Let's COLOR!!
Colored
hair has always been a fashion statement. In the good old days
harsh soaps and bleaches were used to lighten or redden the hair.
But the use of bleaches caused more harm than good to the hair.
Today, Hair colors have special polymers and conditioners
incorporated in them. These polymers and conditioners penetrate in
the hair shaft and enter the cortex, mending any damage in the
normal hair structure. The ultimate effect of colors is that the
hair becomes shinier, smoother and healthier.
Before
deciding on the color, a talk with the stylist is essential...One
has to keep in mind, the shape of the face. Not all colours suit
particular faces. Let your stylist know if your hair was previously
coloured or hennaed, if you had straightened or permed your
hair.
Also one
must have hair checked out for porosity or elasticity, both of
which play a major role in how healthy your hair will look after
the color.
Highlighting-
a vogue...
Anyone with
brown, black, blonde, permed or straight hair can highlight their
hair. If your hair colour is med to light brown, add glints of
buttery gold throughout your hair or on just a few strands. If your
hair is black, try some warm chocolate highlights, carmel or
soft chestnut or golden highlights. Decide exactly where you want
highlights to accentuate your hairstyle - the top of the head, a
few tendrils on the sides, all over the head or just the
bangs.