Fruition Salon: 2014

2014 HAIR TRANSFORMATIONS: THE BEST AND THE WORST!

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OUR 2014 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE IS HERE!

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THE 7 HABITS OF GIRLS WITH GREAT HAIR

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1. They wash every 2-3 days.

This can be adjusted a little bit based on hair texture. Women with finer hair may want to wash every 2 days in order to keep their volume, while women with medium to thick hair can stretch it to 3 days.

The main point being that washing too often strips the hair of its natural oils. Plus, the more you wash, the more your hair is hit by a blow dryer. Which brings us to the second habit…

2. They always use the nozzle on their hairdryer.

You know that weird duck-shaped attachment that comes with most blow dryers? It’s called a concentrator nozzle and it does just that – it concentrates the airflow of the dryer down toward the hair cuticle. Going without it spins the hair in all directions and causes the cuticle to be roughed up, which in turn leaves hair looking frizzy and damaged. If soft, silky hair is what you’re after, using the nozzle is absolutely vital!

3. They have a standing haircut appointment every 4-6 weeks.

The number of weeks in between each cut can vary a couple of weeks depending upon the length and texture of your hair. If you have a short style, you will need to have it trimmed more often to keep the shape while someone with long layers can go a few extra weeks. Trying to grow out your hair? Don’t skip haircuts! Split ends don’t go away without being trimmed and if they’re left to their own devices, they can travel up the hair shaft and cause unforeseen breakage.

4. They go the extra mile to protect the integrity of their hair.

Bleaching hair used to be synonymous with damaging it. But with updated technology from color companies, this doesn’t have to be the case anymore. Goldwell has developed a slow-lift bleach called SilkLift that reduces breakage by up to 25%. Olaplex is another option that can be added to any color service. It repairs the bonds that are broken down during the lifting and depositing of color.

5. They always use a heat protectant when using hot tools.

Why? They know that heat styling evaporates the moisture right out of hair. A heat protectant replaces that moisture and also forms a protective barrier over the cuticle of the strand to prevent further damage. Added bonus: extra shine.

6. They take their vitamins.

If we lived in a perfect world and ate extremely healthy, taking vitamins probably wouldn’t be necessary. But lets be honest, very few of us are meeting all of the nutritional guidelines, which in turn leaves us vitamin deficient. Adding a few extra vitamins (Vitamin B & Biotin) to your daily routine can help keep hair strong and healthy.

7. They stay hydrated.

Those 8 glasses a day flush out toxins and hydrate hair from the inside out. Hair is 5% water, 95% protein after all.

NOVEMBER NEWS!

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RECAP: 2014 CMA AWARDS

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NYFW SS15

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SALON SHOPTALK 101

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THE SUMMER HAIRSPRAY YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

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SUMMER READY YOUR HAIR ROUTINE

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Summer is wonderful. It's the time for soaking up rays, boating trips galore and poolside weekends. By this time, you've most likely changed up your skin routine for the warm months, but have you updated your hair regimen as well? Here's a few tips to help protect your hair's color and vibrancy...not to mention, restore moisture and minimize frizz to extend your blowout for those hot, humid Southern nights.

PROTECT YOUR COLOR & VIBRANCY

Did you know that your hair needs protection from UV rays just like your skin? It's true! The sun can dry out hair and damage it's elasticity. And that's just the sun, not even the chlorine you might be swimming in daily. Chlorine is another monster all on it's own. It strips the sheen out of hair and can even change the color if not rinsed out throughly. We recommend the following if you have color-treated hair:

1: Shampoo & Conditioner with Kerastase Bain Chroma Captive and Fondant Chroma Captive. Along with being sulfate-free, this duo preserves color depth and shine and offers UV protection.

2: Cover up with a head scarf like this one from J.Crew to avoid color fade.

3: Style with Bumble and bumble Color-Minded Styling Balm. Work through wet hair before blow-drying for added protection, or use it to coat your hair before jumping into pools/oceans/lakes.

4: Spray Bumble and bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Primer on wet hair to detangle and soften. It boasts 6 featherlight oils that work together to tame flyways, reduce frizz and protect hair against breakage, heat-styling and UV rays.

5: When all else fails, throw on a hat. We love this straw one from H&M.

RESTORE MOISTURE

Wind, sun and salt...you name it; it's all drying your hair out. Try the following to replace needed moisture:

1: Bumble and bumble Quenching Conditioner is for the (terribly) thirsty. It's not quite as heavy as a masque, so feel free to use it daily!

2: Once a week, treat your hair with Shu Uemura Moisture Velvet Masque, leave on for 15 minutes, then rinse out.

3: Kerastsae Elixir Ultime Moringa can be used on wet or dry hair to replenish ends and seal the cuticle.

FIGHT FRIZZ

Hot summer nights are perfect for dinner parties and dancing underneath the stars...but they're not ideal for your blowout. Help keep frizz at bay using the following:

1: The Mason Pearson Rake Comb glides through hair to help detangle without ruffing up or breaking hair.

2: Shu Uemura Essence Absolue aids in naturally balancing the moisture of hair, which in turn leaves it shinier, smoother and less frizzy.

3: Kerastsae Laque Noire is THE summer hairspray. It's basically an anti-humidity shield with super strong staying power.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS JUNE?

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6 TIPS TO KEEP YOUR BLONDE HAIR BEAUTIFUL!

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Of the 65% of women who have blonde hair, only about 10% are actually born that way. Which means that the other 55% need to be doing some damage control to keep their lightened strands healthy, strong and shiny! Other than seeing a professional for any and all highlights (the most important rule!), the following are 6 essential tips to protect your platinum investment:

1. Wash With A Repairing Shampoo

Despite the beautiful shade it creates, bleach is truly a hair's worst enemy. The stress it causes can leave hair looking dull and lifeless…not to mention, breaking! The best way to remedy this is to use a repairing shampoo. We recommend Kerastase's Bain Densite ($39). It is specifically formulated for "life-stressed" hair and works to restore hair's youthful beauty.

2. Use a Nourishing Oil

Oils deserve the hype they have been receiving lately…they work because they act as funnel, allowing nutrients to sink in where they are needed most. The best oils are multi-functioning oils, like Bumble and bumble's Hairdresser's Invisible Oil ($38), which features a luxurious blend of six oils that add softness and shine, tame flyways, and contain a UV filter to protect the hair from future damage.

3. Shampoo Less

With the invention of dry shampoo, there's really no reason to lather up everyday. We love Bumble and bumble's Pret-a-Powder ($26) because it not only dries up oil; it also adds volume and conceals re-growth!

4. Tone + Condition

There are lots of purple-hued products out there, but we love Shu Uemura's Cool Blonde Color Lustre Balm ($58) because it deep conditions the hair as it tones. We recommend replacing it with your usual conditioner once every 4 weeks to keep brassiness at bay.

5. Prime Your Canvas

You've heard of priming your skin before applying make-up, but did you know you should be priming your hair as well? Primers create a foundation for the hair, aiding in detangling, nourishing and equalizing the hair shaft. They in turn allow styling products to perform at their highest potential. Bumble and bumble has just come out with Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Primer ($26). It's truly the perfect primer for blondes because it protects against breakage, heat styling and UV rays.

6. Ditch Your Rubber Hair-Ties

Fabric hair-ties are a blonde's best friend. Emi-Jay Hair-Ties ($11.99) won't tug on hair or leave a crease!