Shampure Dry Shampoo by AVEDA

AVEDA's Shampure Dry Shampoo

I truly believe one of the hair god’s gifts to the world is dry shampoo. I don’t think that my hair would be nearly as healthy as it is if I didn’t take full advantage of this amazing product. AVEDA lovers everywhere have been waiting for a dry shampoo up to AVEDA’s standards. Ashka Salon Spa is happy to announce that it is finally here! AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo was released in November of 2015.

AVEDA's Shampure Dry Shampoo
AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo

AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo – What is it All About?

AVEDA’s Dry Shampoo has their signature aroma, Shampure. Shampure has 25 pure flower and plant essences. This product is also 99.8% naturally derived. Like all AVEDA products it does not contain petroleum minerals or water. AVEDA only makes their products with ingredients that are sustainable and natural.

AVEDA's Shampure Dry Shampoo
AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo

Benefits of Using AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo

Why is using dry shampoo so important? Everybody hates when their hair is greasy. Through the use of this product you can revive your look for an additional day. It is important not to wash your hair everyday. It can really dry out your locks. However if you are someone who works out a lot, or feels like their hair just gets oily quickly, you really should look into dry shampoo!

Another great use is when you are styling your hair curly or up. A lot of times hair is too clean and soft to hold your desired style. By puffing some dry shampoo into your hair you will give it some additional texture. Having that grip is important when you want your hair to stay a certain way.

Stop in to Ashka Salon Spa today to get your hands on your own AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Keratin Treatment at Ashka Salon Spa

Keratin Treatment

Keratin treatment to get pretty, shiny, smooth hair in about an hour! After you get this service you will enjoy faster drying and finishing and frizz free hair for up to 6 to 8 weeks. Keratin is a type of protein that forms the main structure of of hair.

Keratin treatment does contain 1% of formaldehyde. Pregnant or nursing clients should not receive this treatment. Some people can also be allergic to aldehydes. If you are scared about reacting to this treatment, you can ask for a patch test.

Keratin Treatment

Benefits of a Keratin Treatment

A keratin treatment is a great investment. Not only does it make your drying time shorter, it extends the life of hair color! It tames frizz. While creating healthy, smooth, and strong hair, it also protects your hair from heat. This treatment will cut back excess volume and tame curls. It also protects it from humid weather.

Keratin Treatment
Before and After Treatment Straightened, Before Shampooing

Typical clients include:
– dull hair
– thick hair that takes forever to dry
– if you are seeking better shine, vibrancy, and durability
– frizz or porosity problems

What to Expect When You Get a Keratin Treatment

When you get a keratin treatment, your stylist will begin by washing your hair. She will use a clarifying shampoo to get rid of any product build up or natural oils. After blow drying your hair to about 80 to 90%, your stylist will apply the keratin treatment. After sitting for about 20 minutes, the product is then blow dried and flat ironed to seal it into your hair.

At Ashka Salon Spa, you can receive this great service starting at $100. Call the salon today. We can set you up with a free consultation. You can talk to a stylist who will give you the service about your specific hair. They will be able to give you an honest opinion on whether this will be good for your hair or not.

For more, visit Keratin Express‘ website!

Brilliant Humectant by AVEDA-Featured Product

Brilliant Humectant

AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant is a great tool for curly hair! If you have curly locks, this will give you the shine and moisture you’re looking for!

Like all AVEDA product, Brilliant Humectant Pomade has many useful botanicals. These include certified organic flax seed and aloe, as well as kelp. The flax seed is used for natural hold. The aloe is to help tame frizz while conditioning. The kelp is used to help moisten the hair.

As an added bonus, AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade packaging is 100% post consumer recycled.

Brilliant Humectant
Brilliant Humectant

 

Curly Hair – What’s the Deal?

Your genes are the reason behind those great curls of yours! At one point in time, it was thought that the hair shaft was responsible for the texture of your hair. More recently it has been found that the shape of your hair follicle is actually the cause! Curly hair’s follicle is an elongated oval shape. It grows out of the head at a sharp angle.

Curly hair often tends to be drier then straight hair. This is due to the fact that your scalp’s natural oils can move down the shaft of straight hair easier than curly hair.Everyone wants shiny hair because shiny hair means healthy hair. Straight hair tends to naturally have more shine because light reflects off of it.  Curly hair however absorbs the light making it less shiny.

How to Use AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade

Styling curly hair can be very tricky.  Many people tend to fight their curls rather than accept them. One reason for this is not knowing how to make curls work. By using the correct products such as AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade, you will begin to love your curls!

Step 1: Wash with AVEDA’s Be Curly Shampoo and Conditioner or Co-Wash.

Step 2: Dry and Style with a Diffuser.

Step 3: Apply a small amount of AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade to palms and rub together to emulsify. Apply evenly through dry hair.

Pro-tip: Glide fingertips over areas where you want to eliminate fly aways and add brilliant shine.

Brilliant Humectant
Curly Hair, Don’t Care

 

Why Does Ashka Salon Spa Love AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade?

Evelyn, Senior Stylist and Training Manager: AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade is awesome for taming frizz and fly-aways on highly textured hair and adds shine and moisture to curls.

Lisa, Master Hair Stylist and Owner: AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade is one the most amazing products! It transforms curly hair in to shiny, bouncy, non frizzy locks in just seconds. Also smells incredible.  It is a must have for curly hair!

During our Season of Savings we have product deals through 2015! Stop in on a Sunday for a service and receive a 15% OFF your own AVEDA Brilliant Humectant Pomade.

 

Ombre Hair Color at Ashka Salon Spa in Canton, Michigan

Ombre Hair Color

What is Ombre Hair Color?

Ombre comes from a French word meaning shaded or shading. Traditionally, ombre hair color is darker at the roots and fades down to lighter at the ends. Depending on the length of your hair, multiple formulations will be used. There are many methods for creating ombre hair color. Several techniques and tools can be used. This includes brushes, clips, foils, flamboyage strips and balayage or “hair painting” techniques. Every stylist has their own method for creating the perfect ombre hair color. Your formulation and technique will be customized for your desired outcome, length of hair and previous or past coloring. One thing is for sure…ombre hair color has taken the world by storm!

Ombre Hair Color
Color Melt by Megan

Ombre Hair Color – What to Expect

Ombre hair color should be mentioned when you schedule your appointment. Instead of a typical coloring time being booked, we will book a solid 2-hour block of time. Because there are different techniques and formulations being used, your stylist may need to stop one part of your hair from processing and leave another part to finish. This requires their skill and undivided attention. Most ombre hair colors require at least 3 different color formulations. After a thorough consultation your stylist will decide which techniques will work best for you. Ombre hair color can be subtle or an extreme change depending on what you are looking for. It is important to remember that most ombre hair color photos you come across show models or celebrities that have their hair curled. To achieve the same look, you will need to style your hair that way. Ombre hair color appointments at Ashka are $200.00. This charge covers the solid block of time, consultation, formulation, application, and a wash and full blow dry. Many people choose ombre hair color because the upkeep can be low-maintenance since the root area is intended to be darker. This will depend on how close your natural hair color is to the ombre hair color you choose.

Ombre hair color has taken on many other names. These include “color melting” “balayage” and “Ecaille” – The idea of melting gorgeous colors is much more common now. See one of our stylists at Ashka for your next hair color change. We are full of ideas, up on color melting trends and would love to make you look and feel your best!

Ombre hair color
Ecaille