Best Haircuts For Women In Canton & South Lyon

Haircuts For Women In Canton and South Lyon

Great Haircuts For Women

What makes a great woman’s haircut? You want to feel your best, and your hair makes up a big part of how you feel about yourself. I think everyone would agree that having great hair stylist is important. It’s also noteworthy to identify the components that go into what the right haircut may be for you. Elements such as your face shape, hair texture, hair density, hair color and lifestyle all come into play when finding a great woman’s haircut.

What’s The Shape Of Things?

We are all looking for balance; balance in our lives, our health, and our nutrition to name a few. A hairstyle that compliments your face shape will achieve balance. When regarding your face shape the idea is to create a visual perception of evenness. The “ideal face shape” or face shape that requires the least amount of effort to achieve equilibrium, is an oval shape.
One example might be, someone having an oblong face shape requiring some volume on the sides to give that visual symmetry. You may want to choose a haircut that will provide this overall effect.

face shapes for women's haircuts

Texture Prevails!

What do we mean when we say hair texture? Is it the amount of curl or straightness what we’re talking about? Could it be how thick each hair strand is in circumference? The answer is yes to both of these! The amount of wave is a key component in determining your hair texture. Wavy, straight, curly and, tight curly hair would all be descriptors of hair texture. Additionally, fine hair would be hair that is smaller in circumference; coarse hair has a larger circumference. Therefore, some ways to describe hair texture could be fine wavy hair, coarse straight hair, medium tight curl hair…you get the idea. Your haircut should work with your hair texture and not against it.

What Is Your Density?

Density refers to how many hair strands in a given area. Thin hair means there would be fewer hair follicles per square inch than normal. Conversely, thick hair would have more hair follicles than normal. What is normal hair density you ask? The average person has 2,200 hairs per square inch. Counting the follicles in a given square inch could be a daunting task, so there tends to be a subjective analysis applied when identifying density. Your hair professional at Ashka Salon can give you an experienced opinion of your density.

Live In Your Dimension!

When considering a haircut it may be important to understand the visual impact of your hair color. There are a few elements at play here; length, layering, the dynamic of positive and negative space with your hair color. Do you have highlights, balayage, or special effects hair color? If so, you may want to contemplate the placement of the weight in your haircut.
There is a dimension created with the placement of color and weight, and as you move your head, this dynamic also moves and changes. As an example of this, let’s say you want lots of fun fashion colors placed throughout your hair. If your air is cut to one length, you will only see the colors that are toward the top, as the hair on top covers the rest. A woman’s haircut with some moderate layering would bring more of that color to the surface.

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Your Lifestyle And Women’s Haircut Trends.

Let’s face it, the number of choices to consider when it comes to women’s haircuts can seem overwhelming. Doing a little research using the components covered in this article evaluating your desired look considering: face shape, texture, dimension color, and density could get you and your hairstylist to that perfect haircut for you much sooner.

Finally, something to ruminate on is your lifestyle. Do you climb mountains or do spend your time in a board room landing that next big account? These are extreme examples of course, but the concept should still remain. You may love a sweeping bang, but find that it gets in your eyes as you are feeding your newborn baby. Picking the right haircut for a woman should be expressive of your personality and align with your career, family, and life choices.
Following trends can give inspiration and it gives us the opportunity to take an idea and make it work for us. Be unique and be yourself!

Check out these women’s fashion tips.

Balayage Hair Color Near New Hudson and Salem

Everyone is talking about the balayage hair color trend. We have been seeing it on celebrities for a while now and people everywhere are dying to get this low maintenance look! Now with Ashka Salon+ open in South Lyon, people in the New Hudson and Salem areas can reach their hair dreams easier than ever! Balayage is a great option for people who like dimension through their hair! It’s a nice way to add a pop of color.

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Balayage Hair Color Available Near New Hudson and Salem

The “rooted” trend that balayage is nothing new. It has been around for a while now, but it truly does take an expert to give you that seamless blend. Without a perfect transition, this look goes from naturally sun kissed to a very harsh pop of color.


Balayage can be done in so many different ways to achieve a variety of looks. It can range from super blonde to subtle dimension. It’s always important to bring in pictures of the look you are going for so you and your stylist can have a full consultation about the process. It some time will take more than one session to achieve your desired out come. Many “pinterest pictures” are of 12 hour long appointments or have thousands of dollars worth of extensions. When you come in for your appointment your trained colorist will be able to give you a realistic expectation for your specific hair.

A lot of times you see balayage processing in open air. Really though to be able to get the bright blonde ends you need to put the hair in foils. By incubating the hair in foils, the heat gets trapped and helps lift the hair to a lighter color.

Call up to Ashka Salon+ and book your appointment today to get your dream hair!

Until Next Time,
Josie 🙂

Lash Lift and Lash Tint Now Available near South Lyon, Northville, and Brighton!

Eyelashes have been a huge trend for the past year. Whether it be eyelash extensions, or a lash lift and lash tint, I can’t seem to stop searching for them on my Instagram feed. The way these services really transform your look is amazing to me. Luckily, Ashka Salon+ is now offering lash lift and lash tint. This makes this service available to people living in South Lyon, Northville, or even Brighton because of our convenient location.

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Lash Lift and Lash Tint services by Evelyn are now conveniently located for South Lyon, Northville, and Brighton locals!

Lash Lift and Lash Tint Services are the Way of the Future!

Gone are the days of pulling out your eyelashes from using a curler! I personally have always viewed eyelash curlers as some sort of medieval torture device. I have pinched myself one too many times. When I heard about the Lash Lift and Lash Tint services, I was blown away. I could get the beautiful curled lashes of my dreams without having to face my fears.

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My eyelashes are naturally dark, so on my personal before and afters (see above), you don’t notice the tinting service as much. However on Casey (first picture) because of her blonde hair, the tint makes a huge difference in the appearance of her eyelashes.

Top 3 Things I LOVED About my Lash Lift and Lash Tint

The thing that stood out to me most when I received this service was how much faster it made by morning routine. I didn’t have to fuss with the curler at all. There was even days that I went out without putting on any eye make up and still felt put together. I also loved that even though I got a lash service, they were still my eyelashes. It made it so I had the least amount of maintenance possible which is also my goal. Finally, my favorite moment was when I was able to put on mascara after the first 24 hours. My lashes were truly the lashes of my dreams.

Now that Evelyn is performing these services at Ashka Salon+, it is easier now more than ever for people in the South Lyon, Northville, and Brighton areas to experience them!

Until Next Time,
Josie 🙂

Fifty Shades of Grey: 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Grey Hair

Grey Hair

Grey hair is something that everyone and every salon eventually has to deal with. And this is no different at Ashka Salon Spa. Some people remember finding their first grey hair at the yong age of 16. Other people are in their early 40s and barely have any at all. There really doesn’t seem to be a pattern to when you get grey or even how much. It isn’t dependent on specific thing as far as I can tell. Because it seemed to be such a mystery to me, I thought it would be fun to do some research on it. Here are 5 fun facts that you may not have known about grey hair.

Grey Hair

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Grey Hair

  1. Your ethnicity makes a difference in how quickly you go grey.
    Caucasians tend to go grey first. Scientists aren’t exactly sure why, but then Asians and finally African Americans.
  2. The 50-50-50 rule
    “Fifty percent of the population has about 50% gray hair at age 50,” says Dr. Anthony Oro, professor of dermatology at Stanford University. Normal aging is the primary cause of grey hair
  3. Diet is key To colored locks
    It has been proven than a diet filled with all of your vital vitamins and nutrients leads to stronger, healthier hair. It has also been found that having a healthy diet actually helps keep the grey hair at bay longer.
  4. Stress never helps
    While stress hasn’t been proven to be directly linked to grey hair growth, it has been seen they it cause you to lose hair faster. The more quickly you lose hair, the more of a chance you have that it could grow back grey.
  5. Pluck the greys away
    There is a myth going around that if you pluck a grey hair, 2 will come back. However this is completely inaccurate. A Hair follicle is only able to grow one hair strand. No matter how many times you pluck a stubborn grey, it will only grow back as one. However, I still don’t recommend plucking them for your scalps sake.

I hope you found my research as interesting as I did!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Meet Our Eyelash Extensions Team at Ashka Salon Spa

Eyelash Extensions Team

Within the past few years, eyelash extensions have been growing tremendously in popularity. Since Ashka Salon Spa added Eyelash Extensions to our menu, we have been constantly getting inquiries about them! We are so blessed to have such an amazing Eyelash Extensions Team here. Keep reading to get to know them a little bit better.

Eyelash Extensions Team
Glamour Lash Application by Misty

Eyelash Extensions Team Member Emma

Eyelash Extensions Team
Emma

I would have to say the reaction I get from my clients when they see their lashes for the first time. They get so excited and can’t stop looking at them! I love making people feel beautiful. I constantly am making sure I have the tools and knowledge to give my clients exactly the look they want from eyelash extensions, whether it’s just something soft and natural or very glamorous. It’s very humbling when someone loves and appreciates  what you do!

  • What is the most important thing to know about Eyelash Extensions?

That you HAVE to take care of your lashes. The wonderful thing about extensions is that they make everyday life a little easier because you don’t always have to worry about makeup and you can just go, BUT what some people don’t realize is that you still need to take the time to take care of them at home in between your fills. That means lightly brushing them out so they don’t get tangled, lightly cleansing them so they still clean and everyday oils are removed from them. Longevity and the state of your natural lashes relies on how they are taken care of in between the fills.

  • When and how did you realize you wanted to do Eyelash Extensions?

About almost 2 years ago now, eyelash extensions were just coming to the surface and I was hearing more about people getting this service done. I wanted to expand myself in this industry and I love all things beauty so I hunted for a class and dove into it! After getting certified, I was constantly coming home from work and just researching all types of lash extensions. I looked up different brands, types of applications, products and how other professionals applied them. It really helped shape me into how I did lashes and I couldn’t be more grateful. I absolutely LOVE this service. I get so excited with each application I have.

Eyelash Extensions Team Member Mona

Eyelash Extensions Team
Mona

  • What is your favorite thing about doing Eyelash Extensions?

My favorite thing about doing eyelash extensions is being able to change a whole appearance in someone’s face.

  • What is the most important thing to know about Eyelash Extensions?

I honestly feel like the most important thing to know about eyelash extensions, as you’re investing a lot of your money into something so small, is knowing how to take care of them and actually doing so. The more you take care of them the longer they’re going to last you.

  • When and how did you realize you wanted to do Eyelash Extensions?

Actually, the funny thing is, I used to get my eyelashes done and after a few times of doing that and people constantly asking me if my eyelashes were real, and it really hit me! I could actually offer this to my own clients in my chair. So after year of going back and forth, I finally decided to spend the money and take a class and actually learn how to do it.

Eyelash Extensions Team Member Misty

Eyelash Extensions Team
Misty

  • What is your favorite thing about doing Eyelash Extensions

I absolutely love to see the look on my clients face when they see them and how excited they are. I love making people feel good about themselves.

  • What is the most important thing to know about Eyelash Extensions?

The most important thing to remember is to take good care of them, follow the instructions your lash specialist gives you so you can get the most wear out of  them!

  • When and how did you realize you wanted to do Eyelash Extensions?

Originally I didn’t plan or want to do lashes, my lovely boss pushed me to take the class. I am so grateful she did, because I absolutely love doing them!

Having my Eyelash Extensions when I went on vacation this summer was amazing! It was so easy to take care of. If this is something you might be interested in, call the salon today to book an appointment.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

AVEDA’s Damage Remedy

Damage Remedy

One of the many beauty products that I know I would not be able to live without have would be my Damage Remedy Conditioner. My hair seriously feel so good whenever I use it in the shower. To be honest, the entire  Damage Remedy line is a life saver.

What Makes Up the Damage Remedy Line?

Damage Remedy

Shampoo and Conditioner: This one is pretty self explanatory but this is the Damage Remedy line’s shampoo and conditioner. I LOVE when I wash my hair with these. I am always amazed how I can instantly tell a difference in how my hair feels.

Split End Repair: This is the newest product to the line. Honestly, I was super skeptical when it did. I was happily surprised when I saw it did make a difference in how my ends looked and felt. It definitely doesn’t replace a good old fashioned trim but I think it helps me push it just a little farther. I put just the tiniest amount on my ends after I have styled my hair.

Daily Hair Repair: I have personally only used this product a couple of times but I do love using it on my clients. It has a heat protectant and is a leave in conditioner. This product is actually considered a “treatment” products instead of a “styling” product. You put it in when your hair is towel dried before blow drying and styling.

Masque: When I was super blonde, this masque was my hair life saver. I would use it once a week in the shower in place of my normal conditioner. I can’t even explain how much of a difference it made. You just have to try it for yourself!

Damage Remedy Ingredients

On AVEDA’s professional website, they list the “functional botanicals”. What they had to say was:

  • Organically derived quinoa protein penetrates to help instantly repair damaged hair
  • Wheat protein helps protect hair from damage caused by heat styling
  • Soy-derived oil helps detangle hair to protect it from damage caused by combing
  • Macadamia nut oil infuses hair with lustrous shine
  • Palm- and coconut-derived conditioning ingredients leave hair feeling softer

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Tulasara Facial Treatment Update

Tulasara Facial Treatment

Good skin care is so incredibly important. It will help you age gracefully, allows you to apply make up more flawlessly, and in general gives you more confidence over all. As you all know, AVEDA has launched the new skincare line “Tulasara“. With this launch, AVEDA has also updated their facials to a Tulasara Facial Treatment.

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Tulasara Facial Treatment coming February 2017 to Ashka Salon Spa

One of the many perks of an AVEDA facial is that they are completely customizable. One of the updates that continues to follow this motto is that you now are able to customize your Tulasara Facial Treatment aroma. Following “tulasara” we believe that everything, including aroma, affects how you feel and how your body acts. We offer you a choice of 2 to 3 aromas that is meant for whatever your skin type is. You will close your eyes and take a deep breath of each aroma. From there you choose which one you like best! I have done a sensory journey with someone using an aroma for their skin type and one that doesn’t match, and they still picked the one that aligns with them. I think it is crazy to see that first hand.

Tulasara Facial Treatment
Some of the aromas used in the Tulasara Facial Treatment.

I have gone on and on about how much I have been loving my dry brush at home. So much so, that I’m sure you guys are sick of hearing about it! But I am so incredibly happy to tell you about how AVEDA has incorporated dry brushing into our Tulasara Facial Treatment. I know that you will love the feeling of these brushes on your skin and you love how your skin feels afterwards even more!

Sarah, Emily, Adrianne, and I have been training hard to perfect these new techniques for all of our wonderful guests. We are ecstatic about these new products! We cannot wait to share it with all of you. Expect to see the new Tulasara Facial Treatment on our menu starting in February 2017.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Lash Extensions with Emma

Ashka Salon Spa has been doing lash extensions for a little while now! I interviewed Emma, our Lash Extension Specialist, so that I could find out more about it.

Lash Extensions
Fill in Lash Extensions by Emma

Josie: Why did you want to do lash extensions?

Emma: I wanted to do eyelash extensions because I wanted to increase my knowledge in the beauty industry as well as help women feel beautiful and confident. Not everyone has naturally long or thick lashes, so I wanted to learn a way to help women feel more feminine.

Josie: What is your favorite thing about doing lash extensions?

Emma: My favorite thing about doing eyelash extensions would have to be the transformation and the reaction I get from my clients. It’s so satisfying!

Josie: What are the three most frequently asked questions about lash extensions?

Emma: The three most asked FAQs I get would be:

  1. Can I wear makeup with them? Which you can, just not waterproof or fiber mascara.
  2. Can I go swimming with them? Yes, but you do need to wait 24 hours before getting them wet.
  3. How long so they typically last? About 3-4 weeks, depending on how well they are taken care of.

Josie: What is the best way to care for your lash extensions?

Emma: The best way to care for them would be to not use oil based makeup removers, be gentle with them while removing makeup, use a clean mascara wand to Comb them everyday, & to come in for your fills every 3-4 weeks!

Lash Extensions
Lash Extensions by Emma

Lash Extensions Phone Consultation

Emma does require a phone consultation for her Lash Extensions. She does this so that she can inform her clients about anything prior to the appointment. She also needs to make sure they have not had any major surgeries around or with the eyes in the past 6 months. Emma will also be able to ask what kind of look the client is going for and if they will have allergies or concerns.

All in all “clients should expect the lashes to look longer & fuller but also very natural looking. It doesn’t appear to look like you have fake eyelashes on, which I think is awesome because people want to have more of a natural look.” Emma and the rest of the staff cannot wait for you to call to book your appointment!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Wellness and Tulasara Lifestyle

As I have said before, Tulasara means to “bring into balance”. With AVEDA’s new skincare line coming out, I have been thinking a lot about this phrase. How could I bring my life more into balance? I recently moved into a new condominium. With such a big lifestyle change, I want to be as close to “balanced” as I possibly can. I truly believe that by living a Tulasara lifestyle and maintaining my wellness, I will be on the right path for achieving the balance I aim for in my life.

Tulasara Lifestyle

What is a Tulasara Lifestyle?

I believe the Tulasara lifestyle can be characterized by consistent efforts toward balance, whether this be moral, physical, mental emotional, etc. This can be compared to something as simple as eating an apple and peanut butter instead of going out for pizza. This can even be applied to more difficult matters in one’s life. No matter what situation, though, this life is made up of choices. We have the ability to choose to work towards balance. We have the ability to choose to move farther away from balance.

“Balanced skin is the absence of negatives, it is free of stress, healthy and beautiful”
– Dr. Upadhyay

While the quote by Dr. Upadhyay is obviously talking about skin, I think that it is applicable to life. When I get rid of negative energy and thoughts, I can physically and mentally feel the difference in my life.

While life can never be completely stress free, our stress can be eased. This is one way that Ashka Salon Spa can help everyone move towards a tulasara lifestyle. By coming into the salon, you are  promising yourself a time to sit and relax. Use our space as your oasis. Leave your worries at our door and enjoy the time that you have while we pamper you. I promise it will help bring you closer to balance, closer to Tulasara.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

 

AVEDA’s New Tulasara Radiant Oleation Oil

Radiant Oleation Oil

If you read my other blog, “New AVEDA Skin Care, Here is a Sneak Peek!”, you know that I am SO excited about Tulasara. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the Radiant Facial Dry Brush and the Radiant Oleation Oil early. I cannot begin to tell you how much I love this product. When Ashka Salon Spa gets these new products in for retail, I promise that you NEED these! Keep reading to see exactly how to use it.

Tulasara Radiant Oleation Oil and Dry Brush – How To

Radiant Oleation Oil
Makeup after a long day!

To start, I washed my face with AVEDA’s Tourmaline Charged Exfoliating Cleanser. I have dry skin and always seem to get build up on my face. Having a physical exfoliant, my skin always feels super smooth.

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After cleansing with Tourmaline Charged Exfoliating Cleanser.

After washing my face, I let it completely dry before I begin dry brushing. You use circular motions starting at your chest and neck and moving up to your forehead. You always want to be brushing up and out. Dry brush for 1 minute.

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Drying brushing away!

Next you are going to massage the Radiant Oleation Oil in back and forth motions. Start at your chest and neck again, moving up to your forehead. You are going to let the oil steep in for 4 minutes.

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After cleansing with Tourmaline Charged Exfoliating Cleanser, again. Side Note: I had a stressful day when I took these pictures. My skin will often become more reactive on these days. I have used these products in the past without any irritation!

Cleanse your skin again and finish with your normal skin routine. For me this meant to cleanse with the Tourmaline Charged Exfoliating Cleanser again. I then used Botanical Kinetics Skin Firming Toning Mist. After that soaked in I used Tourmaline Charged Radiance Fluid as my serum. I finished with Botanical Kinetics Energizing Eye Creme, and Hydrating Lotion.

If you prefer, you can watch a video on how to do this right here.

Benefits of the Radiant Oleation Oil and Dry Brush

Radiant Oleation Oil
Radiant Oleation Oil and Dry Brush

Why should we be dry brushing our faces? What does dry brushing even mean? It gently exfoliates your face, removing dry, dead skin cells. Dry brush does help to support natural cell turnover. It also promotes smooth, soft skin. Who doesn’t want that?

The Radiant Oleation Oil is 100% naturally derived. This means that it was made from plants, non-petroleum minerals, or water. It is non-acnegenic no matter what your skin type is! By massaging your face, you awaken microcirculation and instantly reveals skin’s radiance.

Radiant Oleation Oil and Dry Brush – What Is My Opinion?

Radiant Oleation Oil
Selfie after using Dry Brush and Oleation Oil and Applying Makeup

Yes, Yes, Yes! It is very rare that I am sold so quickly on new products, but I swear that I saw a difference after the first time I used it. I am absolutely obsessed with these new skin care tools. It is great because I am able to use it daily. I personally like using it at night just because of my schedule but I have tried it in the morning before apply make up and I looked like I was glowing from within. I cannot wait for you guys to get your hands on these.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂