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Everything You Need To Know About Coloring Your Hair At Home

I’m Just Not That Into Hue: How To Break Up With Your Colorist

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How A Colorist Decides Your Perfect Hair Color

5 Most Requested Celeb Hair Colors & How To Get The Looks

I graduated beauty school in 1986, and have been most passionate about hair color ever since, which has proven to be a good thing because getting the ̶

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How To Make Your Hair Color Last Way Longer

Any busy colorist will tell you that one of the biggest considerations when deciding on the best hair color for a client is the maintenance level they'

How To Get Flawless Hair Color For Fall

Illustrated by Anna Sudit. First, you exchange your open-toe sandals and summer rompers for boots and cashmere. Then, you make the transition to fall with

What To Do When You Hate Your Dye Job

Illustrated by Anna Sudit. The first time you go to a new hair colorist is akin to going on a blind date. You're both a little nervous but also hopefu

Kyle White Knows A Thing Or Two About Good Mentoring

When I reflect on my career as a hair colorist, I realize there are a lot of people whom I owe endless gratitude. At the top of that list is Brad Johns. I

Avoid Wedding Day Hair Color Mistakes By Planning Ahead

Photo: MCV Photo. Getting the right hair color for your wedding is crucial not just because it's bound to be one of the biggest days of your life, but

How To Get The Color You Want From Your Hair Stylist

Illustrated by Anna Sudit. I had just finished introducing myself to a new client when I noticed the small swatch of hair she was holding. After a quick he

What NOT To Do When You’re Getting Your Hair Dyed

Illustrated by Anna Sudit. One time in the early 2000s, I was sent to the Mercer Hotel to touch up the highlights of a model-turned-actress for a red carpe

Thinking About Going Blonde? Now’s The Time To Do It

Photographed by Amelia Alpaugh. Your favorite celebs are doing it. Elle Fanning, Charlize Theron, Michelle Williams, and Lady Gaga (in the new Versace camp

The Secret Way Summer Is Ruining Your Hair

Photographed by Christelle De Castro. Every summer, it's the same thing: My hair color gets ravaged by sun, wind, salt water, chlorine — the lis

Going Blonde? How To Pick The Right Shade For You

In my career, I've worked on just about every possible hair color you can think of. And, while I like to think I'm pretty good with all the hues out there,

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