Shake those Winter Blues at Ashka Salon Spa

Winter Blues

Everyone can agree that we have been having the most beautiful winter weather this past week here in Michigan! I can’t get enough of these 60 degree sunny days. It is going to hit me really hard if it doesn’t last. As someone who definitely suffers every year from the “Winter Blues”, Michigan winters can be long and hard for me. I know I cannot be the only one who gets a little more pep in their step at the first signs of spring.

Winter Blues
Winter Blues

What Are the Winter Blues Exactly?

The winter blues is something a lot of people of experience. Even in my own friend group I feel like I have this conversation multiple times a year with many different people! Of course everyone experiences this differently but I lose a lot drive during the winter months. The rest of the year I am more likely to want to try new things, work longer hours, and just overall be in a better mood. I am definitely guilty of packing on my winter layer with carbs, even more than I normally do. 😉

The more official term for winter blues is “seasonal depression“. From my research, I found that the farther away you live from the equator the more likely you will suffer from seasonal depression. With the lack of vitamin d from the sun in the winter months, our brains are forced to work extra hard to produce melatonin. Melatonin is the hormone that helps to regulate your sleep pattern and also is linked to depression.

To help regulate your seasonal depression, there are “sunbox” lights that replicate the beneficial effects of the sun!

Luckily the actual sun starts coming around more often just in time for spring!

What Helps Me Shake the Winter Blues in Time for Spring?

Once the sun starts to break through the clouds on a regular basis, I try to start focusing on myself. I try to get exercise into my daily routine in someway. I always get on a “I need to drink more water” kick right around springtime too. Last, but not least, I almost always need a hair change! 🙂

My favorite thing to do in the spring is start to lighten up my hair again for the summer. I love that it can be subtle, or dramatic depending on how I’m feeling that year. And how big of a pick me up I might need. 😉 As a stylist, spring hair is one of my favorite yearly transformations as well. I just cannot get enough of it.

Winter Blues

Highlights and Balayage all around! Call today to set up your appointment.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Power Painting with Ashka Salon Spa

Power Painting

Two weeks ago, I traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio to attend the Hair Color Magic: Power Painting class! This class has been a hot commodity ever since it came out at the beginning of this year. Since hair painting techniques such as balayage, have been all the rage lately, Hair Color Magic thought it would be best to create a class for it.

What is Power Painting?

Power Painting
Power Painting

Power Painting is Hair Color Magic’s version of hair painting! It gives a flawless blend with customizable amounts of dimension throughout the hair. Lupe Voss, the founder of Hair Color Magic, took the time figure out the best formulas using AVEDA enlightener and viscosity for this technique. She also spent time using multiple types of application brushes to find which one works best with our particular product. I actually got one of the brushes from attending the class, and let me tell you, it’s a miracle worker.

This grown out, hand painted, sun kissed look seems like it should be around for a while. There are so many ways of rocking this style. And realistically who doesn’t want to look like a glowing goddess? I know I do!

Why Should You Power Paint?

Power Painting

By “power painting” you are using AVEDA products. In my personal opinion AVEDA products are the best. You are able to condition your hair with the AVEDA’s plant power while getting your dream hair over time. After getting your color it is always important to properly care for your hair. Your stylist will recommend the best at home care, personalized just for you! One of the biggest benefits is that power painting does not mean one specific look. Everyone’s will be different! No one will have the same color as you. You are also able to ask any questions you may have about your personal style.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

AVEDA Hair Color at Ashka…come in today!

It is time to try AVEDA Hair Color In the past hair coloring in a salon was thought of a luxury. Hair coloring has become very common place for women as well as men in modern times. But using the wrong hair color can be very bad for your hair. Going to the wrong salon can cost you a lot of money and your hair’s health.

This is where AVEDA Hair Color Comes In

AVEDA Hair Color is one of the most natural hair colors. Our hair color is less damaging than other options because it is up to 99% natural. AVEDA Hair Color can create a unique outcome for each person. It’s soothing on the scalp with its natural aroma and essential oils. Our service providers are trained in all hair color techniques. From blondes to reds…we have the unique formula for you. Our stylists LOVE AVEDA Hair Color and are always excited to give you a new look. We can also update your current color with this natural product with a great aroma. To learn more about AVEDA click here.

AVEDA Hair Color Gives You Options

AVEDA hair color has many options for semi-permanent hair color that last 4-8 weeks. Our permanent color is great for grey coverage. It contains special ingredients that covers up those pesky greys! AVEDA has grown their hair color line to include color that specializes in dark textured hair as well. Whatever your hair or your goals are…we have the formula and application for you!

Sometimes Blondes DO more fun! Check out AVEDA Hair Color
Sometimes Blondes DO more fun!

If you love to be blonde, AVEDA hair color has hundreds of options. From golden high lights, buttery blondes, to all out platinum, we can get you there! AVEDA hair color leaves hair feeling softer, full of shine and oh so healthy!

AVEDA hair color is perfect for men. You can easily blend grey for a more subtle look or you can eliminate it for an instant make over. By blending colors it grows out more softly.

Visit us for your next AVEDA hair color service….whether you want to be chestnut or chocolate brown, golden or ashy blonde and anything in between! Beauty is as beauty does…good for you and our earth!