AVEDA Hair Color Ingredients

Slowly but surely, the world is becoming more aware of what we are putting in our bodies. I personally have been trying to make steps towards healthiness. There are days that I fail miserably. Then there are days that I can tell I made good choices. It is also important to be aware what we are putting on our bodies. One way I pay attention to this is by choosing to only use AVEDA products. One product that tons of people apply to their body regularly is hair color. Many people are concerned about the chemicals that can be in their hair color. While it is a completely valid concern, hair color will not put you in an danger. Especially when you are at Ashka Salon Spa. AVEDA hair color ingredients are the best of the best.

AVEDA Hair Color Ingredients

AVEDA hair color is up to 99% naturally derived. This means that it was made from plants instead of petrochemicals. This is virtually unheard of in the hair color world. As we as a society attempt to move towards health, using naturally derived hair color is a step in the right direction. AVEDA uses a signature mixture of protective plant oils. This includes castor, sunflower, and jojoba oils.

What is the Benefits of AVEDA’s Hair Color Ingredients?

As we as a society attempt to move towards health, using naturally derived hair color is a step in the right direction. AVEDA says that through the use of their hair color ingredients, you will get essentially damage free results! Due to all of the protective plant oils, AVEDA hair color will you give a ton of shine as well.

Be sure to try out a new AVEDA hair color look today using My AVEDA Makeover! Once you find a look you like, be sure to stop into Ashka Salon Spa so one of our amazing artists can help you achieve it.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

New AVEDA Skin Care, Here is a Sneak Peek!

AVEDA has been working on revamping their skin care line for a while now. I am happy to announce that it is right around the corner from being released! The estheticians at Ashka Salon Spa have now taken three webinars in order to get ready for this new AVEDA skin care launch. Coming up within the next few months, we will have taken the AVEDA Skin Transformed. Here our estheticians will learn all about the new Tulasara line!

AVEDA Skin Care – What is Ayurveda?

While AVEDA has always taken an Ayurvedic approach to skin care, with the new Tulasara they are taking it to the next level. Ayurveda is a traditional healing method of India. When the word is broken down it means the “knowledge of longevity”. It is based off of your certain element. The options are Infinity/Air, Fire, and Water/Earth. If you want to figure out what element you are, you can take a quiz here.

When I took my quiz, I actually ended up being a balanced version of all three. The quiz gives you your results and recommends diet, medicine, climate, and yoga for your specific type.

AVEDA believes that your skin is the first to show when you are imbalanced in some way. On the other hand, when you are living a balanced life, you will have healthy, vital skin.

AVEDA Skin Care – What is Tulasara?

The new skin care line that AVEDA is coming out with is called Tulasara. Tulasara mean “back to balance”.

What is different about it is that there is one main line for everyone, and through the use of concentrates, it is fully customizable for everyone’s skin care needs. The concentrates that Tulasara will have include firm, bright, and calm.

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Firm: helps to lift and firm the skin, will also restore radiance.

Bright: also helps restore radiance, but will specifically help with dark spots and discoloration.

Calm: instantly soothes the skin, makes it more resilient over time.

AVEDA skin care is also coming out with their very own dry brush and oleation oil for at home use! I am personally really excited about these two. Dry brushing is great for exfoliating and promoting healthy cell turn over.

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All in all, Ashka Salon Spa is pumped about these new products and so am I. They should be in salon no later than september! Be sure to plan on stopping in to try one of our updated facials and get your hands on some new products!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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My Photo Shoot Experience in Canton, MI

Working on behind the scenes of photoshoots and runways has always been a dream of mind. Whether it was designing clothing, modeling or doing hair, I knew I wanted to be in that atmosphere. I have worked on one other photoshoot helping someone do hair. Ashka Salon Spa has added 2 photoshoots per year where the team is able to participate. The salon can then use these photos for promotional material! Jessie and I decided it would be a great opportunity to work together on. Evelyn also decided to do her own look as well! All in all it was a great photo shoot experience.

Jessie and Josie’s Photo Shoot Experience

This was my first photo shoot where I was completely in charge of the hair. Jessie loves doing makeup, and is amazing at it. We knew we were going to work together. I love braids so I knew I wanted to incorporate that somehow into the hair design. Jessie wanted to use warm deep tones.

One thing we learned with working on our first photo shoots was how much work it really is. We also learned how much preparation goes into it. Jessie and I didn’t realize that you even need to think about how you want your model to pose! We are looking forward to working together again on the holiday photoshoot later this month.

Evelyn’s Photo Shoot Experience

Evelyn had her cousin come in and did a very beautiful balayage. It really brightened up her model’s look. Day of the shoot, she curled and braided her hair. Evelyn also gave her model a natural makeup look. She looks glowing and beautiful!

You definitely need to stop in to see what our amazingly talented stylists can do with your hair and makeup! 734-414-9980 Look for the other images on our facebook and other social media accounts.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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Prepping for a Business Trip in Canton

Prepping for a business trip can be incredibly stressful. I will be attending Ian Michael Black’s Color Culture class in Minneapolis, Minnesota in the middle of August. Ian Michael Black is AVEDA’s Global Artistic Director for Hair Color. This will be the second time I will be flying for education. There are a lot of things that you can’t control when you are flying, so the best thing to do is to be sure of everything that you can.

My Business Trip – What is This Class About?

This Color Culture class is a once in a lifetime experience. I will be able to be in a small classroom environment learning from Ian Michael Black himself. On top of that, I will also have the opportunity to get a behind the scenes tour of the AVEDA factory as well as their corporate office. I cannot even begin to express how excited I am! I’ll be sure to blog all about my experience.

How Am I Prepping for My Business Trip?

I have always been someone who needs to make a list to pack. I like to have everything written out and prepared. It will stress me out if I am unsure if I forgot something. I recently purchased a new notebook specifically for this trip. I will use the first few pages to make my packing list. I also want to write down some classes that I want to ask Ian Michael Black if I am given the chance. On top of all of that, my manager was saying we should be sure to have all phone numbers and addresses on a printed out itinerary.

I still cannot believe that I have the ability to attend this amazing class. I am going to take full advantage of every minute while I am there. Be sure to stay tuned into our blog so you can hear all about it!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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Clip in Custom Extensions in Canton, MI

Long thick hair is so “in” right now. Almost everyone I talk to seems to be growing their hair out. How nice would it be to be able to have those long locks you’ve been dreaming of at the snap of your fingers? It is totally possible with the help of Amanda at Ashka Salon Spa. Amanda is our clip in custom extensions specialist.

Benefits of Clip in Custom Extensions

Clip in extensions are great because they can help you to achieve the look you want for a specific event, and then you can take them out as soon as you get home. While you can purchase clip in extensions from many companies online, it’s always nerve wracking wondering if it will match your own hair color. By coming in to see Amanda for clip in custom extensions, you can ensure they will be the perfect color! Amanda will also cut the extensions to blend in with your natural hair in the best way possible.

How Do You Get Your Clip in Custom Extensions?

Call 734-414-9980 so that you can set up for complimentary consultation! You will be able to sit down with Amanda and talk about why you want clip in extensions. She will tell you what is realistic versus not and what to expect from your clip ins. You guys will pick out a color and Amanda will measure your head so that they fit perfectly to you! When leaving your consultation you will be 50% down as a deposit. In about a week, you will come back to see Amanda to get your clip ins put in and cut to blend with your hair. At that appointment you would pay the remainder of your balance.

If you are interested in getting your own set of clip in custom extensions, call today to book your complimentary consultation with Amanda! Be sure to check out our facebook to see our wonderful team’s work!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

AVEDA Products in Canton, Michigan

Recently I have become aware of how much of an impact I personally have on the environment. I switched to a plant-based diet, put a recycling bin in my room (and actually use it), and switched to using almost all AVEDA products. I don’t think that many people realize how much AVEDA does for the world and our environment. AVEDA as a company is extremely concerned about their carbon footprint. Ashka Salon Spa recently hosted a “Why AVEDA?” class for some of the girls at the salon. It was wonderful to hear all about how AVEDA gives back to society and the earth!

How Does AVEDA Help The Environment As A Company?

AVEDA is the only beauty company that manufactures its products with 100% certified wind power. When I heard this fun fact, I was blown away (no pun intended). I think that is incredible. More than half of the electric energy in the United States is made from burning coal. Through the use of coal it affects our ground, water, air and the workers as well as local residents. While wind power still has some effect on Mother Earth, it is definitely overall less negative.

AVEDA products are all manufactured by 100% wind power.

Another thing that I thought was really cool is how dedicated AVEDA is to giving people clean drinking water around the world. Every April is Earth Month and AVEDA raises money and awareness for the importance of access to clean water. Since 2007, AVEDA has raised more than $38 million for projects that support clean water at home and around the world!

And of course, AVEDA never tests on animals! They actually have a “testing salon” where people book appointments, knowing that they are being the test dummy for a new product. I was so happy to hear that this was an option!

How Does Purchasing AVEDA Products Help Our World?

An easy way to see how purchasing AVEDA products helps give back to the world is that it is furthering a company who does genuinely care about the environment. By purchasing from another company, you may unconsciously be supporting animal testing or consistent pollution.

AVEDA products are all packaged so that they can be recycled. Today 90% of AVEDA’s bottles are 80% post-consumer recycled plastic. This helps to keep tons of junk out of landfills daily! They say it saves AVEDA 600 tons of new plastic every year.

Like I said, I am slowly becoming more aware of my personal carbon footprint. I am incredibly blessed to work with a product line who believes in taking care of the Earth as much as I do.

Stop into Ashka Salon Spa for your AVEDA products to join AVEDA and I as we continue to take steps to better the world we live in.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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Sun Protection with AVEDA

There is no doubt that too much sun exposure is bad for your skin. Did you know that the sun can have negative effects on your hair too? At Ashka Salon Spa you can get your sun protection for your hair and skin with AVEDA products.

Sun Protection – Hair

If you are like me, you absolutely love the sun and want to soak up as much of it as possible during the summer. The issue I always seem to have is that by the end of summer, my hair very dry and fragile. Until recently, I never made the connection that it could be from sun exposure!

With extended sun exposure the UV rays from the sun can damage your hair just like it can your skin. It will cause your hair to feel thinner, dry, and brittle. Too much sun can even fade your hair color! Luckily, AVEDA does have a product designed specifically for sun protection. The Sun Care line by AVEDA is a must have for Michigan summers.

Here is a breakdown of everything included in the line!

AVEDA’s Sun Care Protective Hair Veil:

Lightweight, waterproof mist.
Protects from UV damage.
Lasts for up to 16 hours.
Great detangler.

AVEDA’s Sun Care After-Sun Hair Masque:

Restores the look of sun-exposed hair.
Plant oils help to moisturize the hair.
Antioxidant blend helps to protect against free radicals.

AVEDA’s Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser:

Color-safe formula.
Removes chlorine, salt, and product build up.
Corn-derived chelator helps to remove minerals in chlorinated pool water that causes discoloration.

The best part about AVEDA’s Sun Care line is that it is so easy to just throw in my beach bag and know I have everything I need to protect my hair from the sun.

Sun Protection – Skin

It is much more common knowledge that overexposure to the sun can be detrimental to your skin. Beth, our lead esthetician at Ashka Salon Spa, told me today “If you want to stay young and beautiful, you need to start wearing a sunscreen on your face everyday”. Who doesn’t want that? AVEDA recently came out with a new product to protect your skin from the sun. It is the new Daily Light Guard.

AVEDA’s Daily Light Guard is super light weight. It is perfect to add to your skincare routine. It has 100% mineral-derived sunscreens. This product is dermatologist tested and it great for all skin types because it is non-acnegenic.

As I get older, I realize how important it is to guard yourself from the sun. I am so happy that AVEDA recognizes this as well. I can’t wait to pick up these products from Ashka Salon Spa tomorrow so that I am 100% ready for summer! Hopefully I’ll see you there.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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Bridal Hair with Our Lead Bridal Artist

Someone’s wedding day is considered to be one of the biggest days of their lives. Brides everywhere search hard to find someone who can give them the perfect look for it. Some want to feel like a princess. Others want to feel like a slightly elevated version of themselves. And to some, it might be both. Bridal hair and makeup and truly make or break your wedding. It affects all aspects of your day! Finding someone who can give you everything you could dream of and more on your day is super important. I know at Ashka Salon Spa you will find just that.

Bridal Hair and Makeup Prep: What To Do Before the Big Day

Prior to your big day, it is important to do a few things to ensure that your hair and makeup goes as smoothly as possible! Follow this checklist:

Get your color done! No one wants to remember those roots.
Wax or thread your eyebrows, just not the day of. The makeup doesn’t adhere to the freshly waxed skin as well.
Do a trial run with your artist. This is good for both you and the artist to know what to expect on the big day.
Do your nails. Everyone will be looking at your ring!
Get a facial about a week before the wedding. You can even set up a facial regiment with our estitcians after being engaged.

Questions and Answers on Bridal Hair and Makeup with Our Lead Bridal Artist

I talked with our Lead Bridal Artist, Melissa, about bridal hair and makeup. She is absolutely wonderful at what she does. I would be lying if I did not say that everyone at the salon, clients and staff, make a point of say how pretty the styling she does is. My personal goal is to be as good as her at upstyles and makeup one day.

How long have you been doing bridal hair and makeup for?

Melissa: I have been doing bridal hair and makeup for about 5 years and I’ve loved every second of it.

What is your favorite thing about bridal hair and makeup?

Melissa: My favorite thing about it is bring out my client’s natural beauty! It amazing to make someone feel fabulous for their special day.

What is the biggest challenge when it comes to working with brides?

Melissa: I guess I would say the biggest challenge would be giving them exactly what they want. It is hard to make sure that they absolutely love it especially when they have high expectations.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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Hair Color Magic: Bombshell Blondes

Earlier this year I took my second Hair Color Magic class. It was the “Bombshell Blondes” segment. I was so excited for this class. Hair Color Magic is a line of AVEDA classes. They are meant to show why we formulate hair color the way we do. I had taken Hair Color Magic: Essentials 1 last year and absolutely loved it.

I was road tripping down to Rocky River, Ohio with two other girls from the salon, Evelyn and Mona. They had both had Jen Rawsky, our educator, before. They raved about her. I could not wait to take her class.

Bombshell Blondes: Part 1

The first half of the class we went over what Hair Color Magic taught. Why we use blue/green instead of blue/violet and exactly how much. This was all a refresher form Hair Color Magic 1. It can be frustrating when you are repeating information. However, I try to look at it as a way to further solidify my knowledge. It makes me be able to instantly know to pick blue/green and it only needs 2 grams instead of 3.

Bombshell Blondes: Recess

We broke for lunch about halfway through the class. Evelyn, Mona, and I went to Penn Station for lunch. I was super excited about it because I had only been there once. But when I had, it was delicious. Walking in and reading their menu, I realized I was going to have a tough time. I recently became a vegetarian in March. Even though they had a vegetarian sandwich, it just wasn’t hearty like a sandwich normally is. I ordered that and fries with their signature lemonade. Mona also shared her cookie with me. If you want the best chocolate chip cookie you will ever eat in your life, go to Penn Station.

Bombshell Blondes: Continued

When we came back I was starting to learn some new stuff. We talked about how to formulate for AVEDA’s high lift tint, and how to create long lasting lowlights in blonde hair. We even made a swatch board! It was a great class per usual from Hair Color Magic. I would highly recommend any AVEDA colorist to take these classes. My favorite part about taking classes is how inspired and excited I am when I leave. I can never wait to get back into the salon and try the things I’ve learned!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Balancing Work & Play at Ashka Salon Spa

If you were to talk to my manager, she would tell you that I constantly struggle with balancing work and play. I have been caught multiple times asking if having down time is even worth it. Some people may even consider me a “workaholic”. Coming from someone who just adores her job and wants nothing but to be able to be the best she can be, squeezing in me time can be very difficult. I have found though, those off chances that I do pamper myself, are more than deserved.

Balancing Work with Play

How many times have you worked yourself so hard that you dread when your alarm clock goes off in the morning? While I am not saying we can make you love that (annoying) sound every morning, I can promise that we can help make it a little more bearable. I challenge you to end a long work week with a Manicure with Kym, or a Massage with Sarah. Maybe you even just need a trim so you can enjoy your complimentary scalp massage. At Ashka Salon Spa, we are working to give you some “me” time. We want you to put down your phone that can drive you batty during the work hours and just enjoy the peace and quiet with us. Book an appointment with Beth for a facial after a big presentation. Again, I promise you will love it.

“The space and quiet that idleness provides is a necessary condition for standing back from life and seeing it whole, for making unexpected connections and waiting for the wild summer lightning strikes of inspiration—it is, paradoxically, necessary to getting any work done.” This was written by Tim Krieder for the New York Times. It is a wonderful quote. It shows how important downtime truly is. You need downtime in order to accomplish anything.

As I said before, I challenge you to set aside time for yourself. Away from your work. Away from your family. Away from any responsibilities. Enjoy your time in the serenity offered at Ashka Salon Spa

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

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