Lately you might be wondering why you or your clients have been feeling a little extra moody or exhausted. This is pretty common as the daytime grows shorter and nighttime longer, especially in the winter months.

But how do you determine if it’s just a case of the seasonal blues or something more serious?

Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD is a subtype of depression that usually begins in the fall and continue into the winter months. In the US, 4-6% of Americans experience SAD, while 10-20% experience a milder form of this condition.

It is often characterized by:

• Depressive Episodes
• Low Energy
• Sleeping Troubles
• Lack of Appetite
• Difficulty Focusing
• Oversleeping

As a holistic hair stylist, it is important to surround yourself with positive energy. While there’s no one-size-fits-all treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder, there are several holistic treatments you can do in your salon and at home to help prevent or ease symptoms you or your clients are experiencing.

Meditation

Meditation helps transform negative thoughts into positive ones. In fact, a recent study by Psychiatry Research has found that individuals who receive Mindfulness-Based Interventions indicated reduced stress markers and develop enhanced resilience to stress.

The great thing about Meditation is it comes in various forms, so you get to choose which method best fits your lifestyle. You can apply it even when going about your daily routine. Starting your day with an empowering mantra can be especially helpful when dealing with anxiety and stress. The key is to focus on the present moment and be aware of what’s happening around you.

Light Therapy

SAD is triggered by lack of sunlight. The use of Light Therapy counteracts the symptoms by helping restore your body’s natural daily rhythms, also known as circadian rhythm.

The popular Light Therapy methods involve the use of a Dawn Simulator, a device that simulates the gradual appearance of morning light and a Light Box, which uses high-intensity lights equivalent to daylight. Both methods help synchronize sleep/wake up patterns with your current lifestyle.

Exercise

Nothing beats the rejuvenating feeling after a good workout. When exercising, your body releases feel-good endorphins, chemicals that trigger the feeling of euphoria and general well-being.

Moderate exercise like running, walking, and yoga is great for relieving stress and keeping your mind and body active. While they may not seem strenuous, they help keep depression and anxiety at bay once you start feeling better.

Aromatherapy

Essential oils are known for their anti-depressant benefits. A whiff of therapeutic oils from herbs and plants like Citrus fruits, Rosemary, and Lemongrass instantly gives the mind and body a boost of energy and mental clarity.

Pro Tip: You can create custom scents by combining them with other essential oils. Check out our essential oil recipes here.

Journaling

This may sound a little old school, but writing in a journal is still one of most effective ways of managing depression. Expressing yourself on paper helps make you more self-aware and more in control of your thoughts and emotions. Plus, you can literally say anything in it without worrying about what other people might think of you.

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In addition to these holistic treatments, making significant lifestyle changes can assist in improving your mood. Eating healthy, getting enough sleep, and cutting bad habits out of your life are just a few examples. However, we still highly recommend seeking professional help if these methods do not work.

Have you tried any of these methods? Feel free to share your experience in the comments!

This holiday season, many clients will surely be opting for a new hair color. Make a great impression by re-creating these stunning hair colors created by our #HolisticHairTribe with Oway this week.

Plum Fairy Hair Color Formula

Hair by Brittany Taylor Dangleis of Head Rush Salon

Winter is almost here! This pretty plum color is perfect for clients looking to add some warmth to their hair.

Prelightened: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 40 Volume Cream Developer

Color: Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 0.7 with Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Cedar Wood Hair Color Formula

Hair by Kristine Hartman

Doesn’t it look delicious? This client was previously lightened and wanted something warmer. To create dimension, Kristine applied the highlights last using foils.

Roots + Lowlights (1:1): Oway Hnectar 6.35 Coffee Dark Blonde + Oway Hnectar 6.1 Nordic Dark Blonde + Oway Hnectar 6.31 Desert Sand Dark Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Highlights (Foils 1:1): Oway Hnectar 6.31 Desert Sand Dark Blonde + Oway Hnectar 8.1 Nordic Light Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Chocolate Toffee Hair Color Formula

Hair by Bridgette D’Angelo of Head Rush Salon

This luscious Chocolate Toffee is a great option for those who want a subtle but noticeable color. The caramel highlights help create a multi-tonal effect on the hair, giving it more dimension.

Roots: Oway Hcolor 4.0 Natural Brown

Balayage: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 40 Volume Cream Developer

Toner: Oway Hcolor 6.5 Mahogany Dark Blonde

Candy Floss Hair Color Formula

Hair by Meg O’Neill of The Styling Rooms

Isn’t amazing how you can now easily create Pastel Hair with our new Oway Hmelt Pure Pigments? Meg only had to tone her blonde client with our Playful Rose to create this striking Candy Floss hue.

Prelightened: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Toner: Oway Hcolor 90.2 Irisee Super Bleaching Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Root Shadow: 20 Drops Oway Hmelt Playful Rose

Autumn Gold Hair Color Formula

Hair by Crystal Weiss

A golden copper hue with fiery streaks, Autumn Gold is an ideal color for those who love the Fall season. Because let’s face it, who doesn’t love Fall?

Color: Oway Hcolor 7.66 Deep Red Blonde + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Toner (Highlights): Oway Hcolor 8.0 Natural Light Blonde + Oway Hcolor 0.1 Ash Booster + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Toner (Root): Oway Hcolor 8.0 Natural Light Blonde + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Hazelwood Hair Color Formula

Hair by Meredith Johnson

To create a beautiful balance of contrasting tones, hairpainting is highly recommended. It helps give you complete control as you apply the bleach onto the hair.

Balayage + Color Melt

Base: Oway Hcolor 6.1 Ash Dark Blonde + Oway Hcolor 0.8 Blue Booster

Tone on Balayage: Oway Hcolor 90.11 Intense Ash Super Bleaching Blonde + Oway Hcolor 0.7 Purple Booster

The winds are changing and the temperature’s dropping – which means Winter is just around the corner! As beautiful as the snow is, we can’t help but dread its side effects.

From dry, itchy skin to the rapid appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, the harsh winter air can wreak havoc on the skin. Thankfully, all you need to do is to make a few swaps and additions to your current skin care routine to reverse the situation and keep it protected for the rest of the season.

Cleanse

Any skin care routine begins with a good cleanse. But using the right cleanser is also as important. During winter, the cold, frigid air can cause the skin to be extremely dry and hypersensitive. Using the wrong cleanser can aggravate the skin’s current condition, and cause premature aging and wrinkles (gasp!).

Choosing a gentler alternative, preferably with zero surfactants and alcohol (the drying type) is a step in the right direction. Alcohol and surfactant-laden cleansers typically have a high alkaline pH level, which leaves the skin dry and dull.

Facial cleansing creams, like Oway Perfect Skin Cleansing Cream, do not contain surfactants and only uses a milder alcohol type to help balance the skin’s pH level and effectively remove makeup and other impurities. It also contains super plant powers from Cistus Incanus. Also known as the Plant of Beauty, this super botanical contains a high content of polyphenols, essential amino acids and L-Glutamine to promote healthy, compact and elastic skin.

PRO TIP: Using a gentle cotton cloth or towel after rinsing is vital as well, so as not to irritate the skin.

Exfoliate

We know what you’re thinking – won’t exfoliation dehydrate the skin further? Not if you do it the right way. The cold air outside and dry indoor heating can suck the moisture from your skin, causing it to dry and flake.

Exfoliating allows for new cells to regenerate and for moisturizers to penetrate, helping you achieve a much cleaner, balanced skin without irritating it.

For more oily skin types, scrubbing once a week is recommended while those with more delicate skin types can exfoliate once a month or every two weeks.

Tone

After cleansing and exfoliating, the skin’s pH is going to be slightly alkaline, hence why it looks a bit dry. Alcohol-free toners like Oway De-Stress Tonic Potion help recalibrate the skin to its optimal level, leaving you with healthier, glowing complexion.

Oway De-Stress Tonic Potion has ingredients like Organic Echinecea and Alpine Skullcap which contain rich amounts of flavonoids, tannins, and polysaccharides. These components help fight free radicals and stimulate the skin’s lipid production, leaving it feeling refreshed and stress-free.

Moisturize

Not all moisturizers are created equal. During this time of year, you need to adjust your moisturizer and opt for an ultra-hydrating one.

Lightweight serums and moisturizers do not cut it anymore. Moisturizing creams, like Oway Radiance Face Balm, are much more suitable for they are packed with Vitamin E and fatty acids derived from Biodynamic Walnut, Organic Chia Seeds, and Pataua Oil, which are known for their ability to lock in moisture and fight skin aging more effectively than other ingredients.

Oway Radiance Face Balm also combines the power of Cistus Incanus, amino acids, and L-Glutamine to strengthen the skin’s antioxidant defense barrier, which in turn enhances the skin’s repair process.

PRO TIP: Do not forget to apply moisturizer on the neck as well. It so often neglected that it is usually one of the parts that show the first signs of aging.

Boost

For an even more effective and enhanced result, combine your face cream with boosters, like our plant-powered Oway Regenerating and Replumping Booster. These concentrates contain bioretinols and powerful antioxidants known for protecting the skin against external aggressors and stimulating collagen production.

Each drop of Oway Regenerating Booster contains extracts of the Amazonian fruit Physalis Angulata, the ingredient responsible for optimizing the skin cells’ vitality and function. As a result, skin feels soothed and full of life.

Meanwhile, Oway Replumping Booster uses a plant-based complex that mimics the benefits of retinol, minus the unpleasant side effects. Derived from Bidens Pilosa extract and Cotton and Linen oils, this bioretinol performs a wrinkle-eliminating action by stimulating collagen synthesis. In fact, various ex vivo tests on 40 female subjects have found that using Bioretinol has shown over 25% decrease in wrinkles and increase in skin density.

Do you have a winter skin care routine that you swear by?

This month, our Educator Spotlight is on Karla Marabello of Kbello Organic Hair. Her salon in Midland Park, New Jersey is a product of hard work, determination, and genuine passion for providing her clients a toxin-free salon experience. No wonder why this incredible lady is already at the top of her game at such a young age.

We’re excited for you to get to know Karla more.

What gives you motivation and inspiration in your salon business?

I have found motivation and inspiration through my clients. I want to be able to provide them with not only the service and products they need, but also what they want. I find that there are so many people who desire a healthier salon environment and better-quality products. Many of my clients have had health issues, including allergies, or simply enjoy living a natural and healthy lifestyle, which has led them to be more aware of the chemicals in standard hair products. Because I enjoy a healthy lifestyle myself, I feel connected to my clients in more ways than one. I feel responsible to guide them to the best hair care alternatives to meet their desires and to provide a clean air salon experience, free of toxins, and harmful products.

What are some helpful ideas for others starting out with OWAY and O&M products?

Be sure to listen to your clients’ feedback. They know what they want and what they like, and it’s up to us to deliver that. OWAY and O&M are two outstanding luxury haircare lines that have held their service and the ingredients they use to high standards to provide top quality results. It’s okay to start slow. A small intro package is a great way to explore the products yourself before introducing clients to a new hair care line. If you believe in the products you are providing, your clients will too.

What made you interested you in getting involved in this industry?

I really have to say “hairdressing” picked me. I’ve been doing hair since I was a kid. I was always playing with my sister’s hair and blowing out my mom’s hair, and I would do my friends’ hair for occasions. I also have family members who have been in the industry for years. What I was really drawn to was the people. I wanted to learn from people and their experiences and be able to share knowledge, both emotional and textbook. I truly enjoy connecting with my clients.

What advice would you share with others wanting to market themselves in the holistic/organic lifestyle?

Choosing to become a holistic hairstylist and owning an organic salon has been the most rewarding experience of my entire career for many reasons, one being the relief for many clients that there is an alternative option for them. We have come a long way to be able to call hair color organic, but the fact is we still need certain chemicals and ingredients for color to perform at a professional level. The holistic/organic market is huge and there are many clients to reach but be prepared with your facts and know your product ingredients because today’s clients are educated.

What is your favorite hair type to work with and why?

I would say my favorite hair type is a medium thickness, wavy with a little texture because it is easiest to manipulate and will hold a variety of styles.

Any favorite products that you just can’t live without?

I love Oway Glossy Nectar for a smooth and shiny quick blowout with a little Oway Volumizing Root Spray for fullness. For a final touch, I set my style with Oway Sculpting Mist (love this liquid styling spray!). It is so versatile and can be used with a spritz or two for light hold or layered for a strong hold. Bonus: It combs out so easy without any flake! O&M Know Knott is also a must-have for detangling and is an excellent foundation product. I also can’t live without a little O&M Surf Bomb in my life.

What do you enjoy in your spare time?

In my spare time I enjoy quiet time, taking in fresh air outdoors, catching up with friends and family, and I try to get to a yoga class as often as possible. I also love to shop for anything from clothes, shoes, food, products, and home décor. I probably spend way too much time at Home Goods.

What do you love most about educating other Holistic Hair Tribe members or new members?

I love meeting like-minded professionals. We can all learn so much from each other through our experiences and help create new ones for each other as well. Unfortunately, the Holistic Hair Tribe is still small, but growing by the day. I love being able to introduce people to something they didn’t know about before and seeing some of the “Aha” moments when they realize it is possible to have professional results without toxic ingredients.

What is your next step in your career as an educator and stylist?

I am currently focused on building my staff at my 3-year young salon and looking for professionals interested in holistic and organic hair care to join my team. It has been quite a journey and my business is growing daily. I want to continue to provide a healthy and positive haircare experience to my current clientele and to welcome new clients along the way. I would also like to expand on product offerings to body care, health and beauty. I’m looking forward to seeing what the future holds for growing companies like OWAY and O&M as well.

See some of Karla’s work with Oway and O&M below.

This week it’s all about the extremes. Many of our Tribe’s clients leaned towards dramatic red hues or striking platinums. And that is a refreshing change, considering Fall and Winter are often associated with darker, warmer colors.

Cinnabar Hair Color Formula

Hair by Tara Jean May of TMACS

To make hair color as vibrant as this one, you need a good canvas. Tara shampooed her client with Oway Htech Pre-Color Clarifying Shampoo before applying the formula below to remove impurities and product residue that may have been sitting on the hair.

Base: Oway Hcolor 4.6 Red Brown + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Midshaft to Ends: Oway Hcolor 8.66 Deep Red Light Blonde with Oway Hcatalyst 40 Volume Cream Developer + 30 drops Oway Hmelt Playful Rose

Additive Processed for 30min

Titian Red Hair Color Formula

Hair by Natasha Logie

Combine the energy of red with the warmth of brown and you get Titian Red. This hue is perfect for clients who want to have natural-looking red hair color with a little bit more warmth than copper.

Roots: Half Oway Hcolor 6.0 Natural Dark Blonde + Half Oway Hcolor 6.3 Golden Dark Blonde9.3 + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Ends: Half Oway Hcolor 9.3 Golden Very Light Blonde + Half Oway Hcolor 7.4 Coppery Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Processing Time: 15mins

Porcelain Hair Color Formula

Hair by Caitlin Helle of Smoke + Mirrors Salon

Roots are always more resistant to toner compared to the ends (which are porous from being lightened previously), according to Caitlin. So to create this Icy Platinum, she had to apply the toner on the roots first and left it to process for 10 minutes, and did the rest for 5 minutes.

Lightening: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener

Toner: Oway Hcolor 10.1 Ash Extra Light Blonde + Oway Hcolor 90.11 Intense Ash Super Bleaching Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Crimson Rose Hair Color Formula

Hair by Stinas Salon

Christian Dior is right: There is a red for everyone. This cool Crimson Rose will definitely look great on clients with pale complexion.

Ends: O&M CØR.color 4.0 Brown + O&M CØR.color 4.75 Chocolate Brown with O&M CØR.color 10 vol Activator

Lengths: 20g O&M CØR.color 0.55 Red Pure Color + 30g O&M CØR.color 77.45 Red Intense Blonde with O&M CØR.color 5 vol Activator

Vanilla Lavender Hair Color Formula

Hair by Sarah Rose Ghelfi

To achieve this beautiful Lavender, Sarah prelightened her client to a Pale Yellow. There was some yellow banding from previous lightening so she addressed that with the formula below. Then, she proceeded to melt the roots into the ends and combed some of it formula down to create a seamless transition.

Roots (Back): Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Roots (Front): Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Root Color: 40g Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + 10g Oway Hcolor 10.1 Ash Extra Light Blonde + 3g Oway Purple Booster + 1g Oway Blue Booster with Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Ends: 40g Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + 10g Oway Hcolor 10.1 Ash Extra Light Blonde + 1g Oway Purple Booster + dot of Oway Blue Booster with Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Merman Hair Color Formula

Hair by Kai Fujimoto

Don’t you just love it when your clients love experimenting with color as much as you do? This Merman-inspired hair color by Kai is so #goals!

Pre-lightened with Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Roots and 2 Panels in the Front: 80 drops Oway Hmelt Blue Charm + 20g Oway Hcolor 0.8 Blue Booster + 20g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 40g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

All over Mid to Ends Color Melt: 40 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple + 40 drops Oway Hmelt Blue Charm + 20g Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 40g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

They say our choice of lipstick shade tells a lot about us. But did you know the natural state of our lips can also provide a window into our health?

Each of us get dry lips or sores at one point or another. But if you find yourself constantly having lip issues, then your lips could be tipping you off to something more serious.

Dry and Chapped Lips

Dry and chapped lips are obvious signs of dehydration. While the immediate solution is to pour yourself a glass of water, it doesn’t hurt to add another layer of protection. Using an Organic Lip Balm that contains nourishing ingredients like Aloe Vera, Coconut Oil, and Sunflower can help hydrate and heal cracked lips.

If your lips still feel dry afterwards, an exfoliating lip scrub might just do the trick. No scrubs? Mixing olive oil and sugar is also a great exfoliation technique.

Cold Sores

Don’t you just hate it when you wake up to find a painful blister on or around your lips? Cold sores are an infection caused by the resurgence of the herpes virus, which have been hiding in our body. It attacks when our immune system is weak, possibly due to poor diet, lack of sleep and rest, and poor sunlight.

As soon as you see signs of a developing cold sore, call your physician to request for a topical medication to prevent it from spreading.

Lip Discoloration

Discolored lips can be a symptom of various health conditions. Pale lips can mean you’re not getting some sunlight, anemia, or iron deficiency.

Bluish lips may indicate heart and lung problems. Whatever the case, it is important that you seek a professional’s opinion as soon as symptoms arise.

Cracked Corners

Developing cracks in the corners of your lips are normal, particularly during winter. The harsh cold air can suck the moisture out of our skin, causing it to crack. However, cracked corners can also be due to a yeast infection, which is fairly common for people who drool in their sleep or wear a retainer.

The dermis around our mouth is very thin. This makes it easy for infections like the fungus candida to latch itself onto the skin. An anti-yeast prescription from your doctor will make it go away easily.

Those with high level of glucose in their blood or vitamin B deficiency are also prone to cracked lips. If you think you have this, making changes in your diet is necessary. Avoiding consuming too many calories, particularly sugary beverages is a step in the right direction. Taking supplements rich in vitamin B, zinc, and iron can also help with nutrient deficiency.

Swollen and Tender Lips

Having that Angelina Jolie pout may look cute, but if your lips feels swollen and tender, you should contact your physician immediately. Inflamed and tender lips can be strong indicator of an allergic reaction. You might be sensitive to a certain ingredient in your face wash, lip stick, or sometimes hair color.

Some hair colors contain ingredients many people are allergic to, such as Paraphenylenediamine or PPD. Choosing a hair color that contains zero PPD like O&M CØR.color and Oway Hnectar is the safest way to avoid an allergic reaction.

2017 has been an incredible year for us here at Simply Organic Beauty and for our Holistic Hair Tribe. Our community has grown so much. Little by little, we are making strides towards changing the salon industry for the better.

In 2018, we’re focusing on developing YOU, your skills, and your business. Check out the exciting things to look forward to next year!

30-Day Holistic Hair Stylist Challenge

Beginning January 1, 2018, we’ll challenge our Tribe to take the 30-day Holistic Hair Stylist Challenge. Each week we will cover a unique topic on beauty, wellness, and business that will help you build a healthier, more positive career, business, and mindset as a Holistic Hair Stylist.

Head.Spa

As the “Quiet Chair” Trend becomes increasingly popular in North America, 2018 is the best year to introduce Oway’s new salon concept Head.Spa. It involves not only treating the client’s hair but also tapping into multiple senses to create a holistic salon experience.

Head.Spa begins with a comprehensive consultation to identify the proper treatment needed, followed by a soothing aromatherapy experience, a welcome massage to relax the mind and body, and series of holistic treatments that we will be discussed in detail in next year’s Oway Head.Spa Training.

Oway Level 1 Color Class & CØR.Class Schedule

New year, new education! Our first O&M Level 1 CØR.Class  and Oway Level 1 Certification Class for Spring 2018 kicks off on January 21 and 22, respectively, here at Simply Organic HQ in Palm Harbor, FL!

This will be an exciting day for stylists and salon owners new to Oway and O&M as we cover the foundational principles, green chemistry, and product lines that power our brands. Not to mention, you also get to formulate and apply them on real hair models. Can’t get any better than that!

Our New 2-Day Education Pass (Select Cities Only)

Why sign up for only one class when you can attend both for the price of one? In 2018, we will be introducing our new 2-Day Education Pass in select cities. This pass allows you to attend both Oway and O&M Certification Classes and learn about these revolutionary color lines without spending extra! Visit our Simply Organic Shop or call your dedicated account manager at 1-888-213-4744 to book your seat.

OWN Way Fragrance

Did you know Oway used to make fragrance back in the day? Next year, Oway is paying homage to the brand’s roots with the launch of OWN Way Fragrance – a limited edition fragrance made entirely of plant-based ingredients.

While most of the perfumes in the market are filled with synthetic ingredients and toxic chemicals, OWN Way Fragrance utilizes the therapeautic and curative properties of botanicals which are exclusively grown on Ortofficina, our biodynamic family farm in Bologna, Italy.

This precious fragrance is also packaged in sophisticated matte Onyx and Lava flask, making it a perfect gift for fragrance enthusiasts, or better yet – for yourself!

O&M CØR.Rebond

You’ve spoken, and we listened. Finally, O&M CØR.Rebond is coming to American salons! CØR.Rebond is a 2-step rebonding treatment done DURING the coloring/bleaching process and a POST-COLOR treatment to link damaged keratin bonds in the hair.

O&M CØR.Rebond uses a blend of amino acids to repair and plump the keratin protein in the hair, which is often compromised during color and bleaching services.

O&M Q.Color (Men’s Color)

In 2018, you will finally get your hands on O&M Q.Color, our gel-based hair color specially made for men. It comes in 4 natural shades, allowing you to create at least 8 various looks depending on your timing.

And here’s the best part: It only takes 5-10 minutes to process! The Taurine included in the formula and it’s gel-like consistency allows for the color to quickly adhere to the hair and mimic the natural color of the strands, giving it a well-blended result and a beautiful fade.

Which are you most excited for in 2018?

Everyone’s excited for this weekend’s holiday events, including our Holistic Hair Tribe’s clients. From vibrant coppers to dreamy purple hues, this week’s trending hair colors are looking pretty festive.

Sherbet Hair Color Formula

Hair by Kai Fujimoto

If mermaids are real, they probably have hair like this. Kai perfectly captured the lure and beauty of mermaid hair with this formula.

Pre-lightened: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener with Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Shadow Root: 10g Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum+ 10g Oway Hcolor 90.11 Intense Ash Super Bleaching Blonde + 10g Oway Hcolor 90.2 Irisee Super Bleaching Blonde + 30g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 12g Oway Hcolor 0.1 Ash Booster + 2g Oway Hcolor 0.7 Purple Booster + 1g Oway Hcolor 0.8 Blue Booster + 20 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple + 10 drops Oway Hmelt Blue Charm + 45g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Mid-Ends Colormelt: 10g Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + 5g Oway Hcolor 90.2 Irisee Super Bleaching Blonde  + 45g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 9 drops Oway Hmelt Playful Rose + 30g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Royal Wine Hair Color Formula

Hair by Lauren Strunk of Elle Salon

Wine is a popular choice for the holidays. Give it a twist by adding drops of our new Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple Pure Pigment Concentrate.

Base: 15g Oway Hcolor 4.4 Coppery Brown + 20g Oway Hcolor 4.6 Red Brown + 20 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple

Ends: 20g Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 5g Oway Hcolor 0.0 Bleaching Booster + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer + 10 drops Oway Hmelt Red Energy + 10 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple

Sahara Hair Color Formula

Hair by Lizzie Keegan of Head Rush Salon

There is no better way to counter the cold winter days than with rich, warm colors. This Sahara hair color created by Lizzie offers that and more.

Balayage Highlight (1:1.5): O&M Paint Powder Clay Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Toner (1:1.5): 15cc Oway Hcolor 9.0 Natural Very Light Blonde + 8cc Oway Hcolor 8.34 Golden Copper Light Blonde + 7cc Oway Hcolor 9.3 Golden Very Light Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Sandcastle Hair Color Formula

Hair by Abigail Waldrum of Lucky Cat Salon

Need to add some coolness to your client’s hair color? O&M COR.color is perfect for the job. Abigail blended her client’s old color and roots using O&M and it dramatically cooled her color down.

Roots (1:1.5): O&M CØR.color 7.0 Blonde + O&M CØR.color 7.1 Ash Blonde with O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Triangular Ribbons Melted Down

Toner (1:1.5): 2/3 Oway Hcolor 9.1 Ash Very Light Blonde + 1/3 O&M CØR.color 0.00 Clear with O&M CØR.color 5 vol Activator

Copper Caramel Hair Color Formula

Hair by Meghan Scott of Color Me Organically

Would you believe this client had 100% white, resistant hair? O&M COR.color’s coverage is truly impeccable.

Base (1:1): O&M CØR.color 6.0 Dark Blonde + O&M CØR.color 6.34 Dark Golden Copper Blonde with O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Ends (1:1): O&M CØR.color 6.4 Dark Copper Blonde + O&M CØR.color 7.34 Golden Copper Blonde with O&M CØR.color 5 vol Activator

Ginger Cider Hair Color Formula

Hair by Jolie Faulkner

Don’t you just love it when your client trusts you enough to do whatever you want with their hair? This Ginger Cider was created using our PPD-free Oway Hnectar.

Natural Level 7

Color: Oway Hnectar 7.9 Marron Glace Blonde + Oway Hnectar 9.44 Saffron Very Light Blonde + Oway Hnectar – 9.0 Natural Very Light Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Hair loss and scalp disorders affect so many people and it is so disheartening to those experiencing it. As a holistic hair stylist, never did I imagine that my main flow of business would be guests with hair loss and scalp issues. It is rewarding and fulfilling to not only help them regain hair but also improve their lives and show them a healthier lifestyle that will support their journey to healthy hair growth and scalp.

But like any other treatment, committing to a treatment plan is essential to see actual results. And it all begins with a consultation.

Consultation

The key to treating hair loss and scalp issues is to perform a thorough consultation with guests. Not only does it help determine a treatment plan, it also helps to understand the cause of the hair loss, such as medicine, lifestyle, heredity, styling habits, diet, among others.

The Oway Tricho-analyzer is the perfect tool to use during the consultation as it provides a good picture (literally) of what is going on with the scalp. It helps gauge the number of treatments necessary to help remedy whatever issue is at hand. It magnifies the scalp up to 200 times and projects a clear image that both you and your guest can see and discuss. This also allows clients to follow their progress throughout the treatment journey.

Treatment

As a hair loss and scalp expert, I provide my clients personalized treatments. Each scalp condition is unique, thus treatments should be customized according to each condition. I am glad I found Oway because its complete line of Hair Loss and Scalp Treatments allows me to address various types of issues.

Once a treatment plan is in place, I determine the amount of product to be used on the location of concern. If the issue is localized in one area, treat that area and around the outside of it.

PRO TIP: Don’t waste product and time by treating a guest’s entire head when the problem area is located in one spot. It is important to make a profile for each guest to keep track of their treatments. A great way to keep you and your guests on the same page with the treatment plan is to jot down a quote of what and how many treatments you are estimating they will need, and what take home products will support their treatments.

A good idea is to write numbers on their take home product labels to show the order in which their regimen should follow, or like me, use recycled paper stickers on products to avoid confusion.

Keeping your hair loss and scalp treatment appointments in a private setting is something your guests will really appreciate. If you don’t have a closed space, invest in a dressing screen that can be pulled out for treatment appointments, and then folded and tucked away afterwards. Remember to take headshots to show the treatment progress to show future guests.

Results

Here are 3 examples of results I have achieved with the Oway treatments on my guests:

Rebalancing Treatment

I use Oway Rebalancing Treatment for clients with oily scalp. The botanical blend of Biodynamic Sage, Euphrasia Extract, and Bugbane Extract in Amazonian Control Clay, Pure Biodynamic Sage, and Sebum Balance Hair Bath help combat sebaceous hyperactivity, which causes yellow spots and clumps of dandruff to appear on the scalp.

Purifying Treatment for Oily Scalp + Hair Loss Treatment

Many of my clients who complain about hair loss often suffer from dry or oily dandruff as well. For this type of condition, I combine Oway’s Purifying Treatment with the Hair Loss Scalp Care Treatment.

The Purifying Treatment is highly effective in eradicating Malassezia globosa, the dandruff-causing fungus that attacks the scalp. Then we move on to the Hair Loss Treatment, which uses Denisplant, Hair Spa Complex, and Vegetable Stem Cells to revive the hair follicle cells and stimulate hair growth.

Soothing Treatment

For my clients who suffer from red, sensitive scalps, I always turn to Oway’s Soothing Treatment to heal and relieve irritation. This complete treatment contains the Soothing Hair Bath, Zanthoxylum Soothing Gel, Pure Biodynamic Helichrysum, and Soothing Remedy Spot Treatment to calm and comfort sensitive skin, particularly those who suffer from eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, lesions, and abrasions.

After Care

Following an after-care program is as important as the in-salon treatments.

This allows you to effectively monitor your clients’ progress and ensure that they are not using products at home that may compromise the treatment. This includes hair care and styling product.

The Oway products I often recommend to guests with hair loss and scalp issues are:

• Moisturizing No-Rinse Conditioner – conditioner that doesn’t weigh hair down
• Phytoprotein Mist – lightweight protein spray for daily use
• Flux Potion – to give body to fine hair
• Glossy Nectar – lightweight serum to lay down baby hairs
• Volumizing Root Spray – to add height and body
• Boho Pomade – lightweight strong-hold styling wax for adding texture

Benefits of Hair Loss and Scalp Treatments

With the Oway Hair Loss and Scalp Treatments, you will be helping people get their self-confidence back. You may even be the reason for their healthier lifestyle changes that, more often than not, occur after the treatments.

These treatments have allowed me to have a whole new kind of experience with my guests. A greater connection is formed, and I truly feel a part of their journey to achieve great results with their challenges. This is just a sliver of what Oway Hair Loss and Scalp Treatments entail.

To learn more about the treatments and products mentioned in this post, visit our Oway Scalp Treatments Overview.

About the Author | Bailey Simon

Bailey Simon is a cosmetologist and owner of Periwinkle Beauty Studio. She is also a Louisiana state licensed cosmetology educator, and an educator and independent contractor for Simply Organic Beauty.

Since 2003, Bailey has been involved in the beauty industry. She specializes in hair coloring and cutting, with an expertise in treating hair loss and scalp disorders. After completing cosmetology school at Aveda Institute, she pursued an educator program with Vanguard – a Paul Mitchell school, and Simply Organic Beauty’s Train the Trainer course. Currently she is working on finalizing her business degree.

As one of the most dedicated and talented members of Simply Organic’s Holistic Hair Tribe, Bailey was chosen as Educator of the Month for April 2017, and has been featured in Fall Trends Guide for 2016. She’s passionate about guiding others on a holistic journey with their overall health, and supporting and healing those who are dealing with hair loss and scalp disorders. Bailey resides in Geismar, Louisiana.

2017 is almost over – and what better way to end the year than showcasing our Holistic Hair Tribe’s best works this week. And if these hair colors are any indication, we’d say these clients are surely going to have a colorful year ahead.

Rosy Lilac Hair Color Formula

Hair by Meredith Johnson

Our new O&M COR.color is truly a dream come true for our fashion tone lovers. To create this gorgeous dimension, Meredith did babylights/balayage and painted in between shadow root with our O&M Charcoal Toner to eliminate the warmth.

Balayage

Base Toner: O&M CØR.color Charcoal Toner

Highlight Toner: O&M CØR.color Lilac Toner + Pinch of O&M CØR.color Dusty Pink Toner

Buttercup Hair Color Formula

Hair by Siobhan Blair of SPAtacular Escapes

Is your client looking to begin the year with a bang? A fresh balay is always a good idea.

Balayage: 30g Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + 30g Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer and 30g Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Toner: 20g Oway Hcolor 90.11 Intense Ash Super Bleaching Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 90.2 Irisee Super Bleaching Blonde + 10g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 30g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Salmon Rouge Hair Color Formula

Hair by Tara Jean May

To create this stunning hue, Tara did a root shadow with Oway Hcolor. Then, she toned the mids and ends with our new Oway Hmelt Pure Pigments with half of the Ends formula mixed with Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment.

Prelighten: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener to Pale Yellow + Oway Hbalance Post-Color Neutralizing Shampoo

Root Toner: Oway Hcolor 8.1 Ash Light Blonde

Mids through Ends: Oway Hcolor 8.1 Ash Light Blonde + 5 drops Oway Hmelt Playful Rose + 5 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple + 5 drop Oway Hmelt Divine Gold

Crimson Cranberry Hair Color Formula

Hair by Becky Huffman of Wildflower Hair Studio

The best thing about Oway is it’s easy to work with. Becky just transitioned to Oway 3 weeks ago and she already made it to our Trending Hair Colors list!

New Growth: 20g Oway Hcolor 6.66 Deep Red Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 40g 25vol

In Bowl: 10g Oway Hcolor 6.66 Deep Red Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 30g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer + 15g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 2 pumps Oway Hscreen Skin + Scalp Protector

Pulled through Mids and Left out Ends until Last 10mins of Processing Time

Vanilla Ivory Hair Color Formula

Hair by Deb Pedraza

Isn’t it amazing when you have two color lines that work perfectly together? Deb used Oway on the roots and O&M COR.color toners to create this luscious Vanilla Blonde.

Roots Previous Level 4 + 30% Grey

Roots (1:2): O&M CØR.color 10.0 Lightest Blonde + O&M CØR.color 12.11 Super Blond Intense Ash + Oway Hcolor 90.11 Intense Ash Super Bleaching Blonde + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Toner (1:2): O&M CØR.color Platinum Toner + O&M CØR.color 10 vol Activator

Cherry Cola Hair Color Formula

Hair by Jenna Reich

Beautiful things happen when your client is as adventurous as you are. Recreate this stunning Cherry Cola with Jenna’s formula below.

Retouch: Oway Hcolor 4.0 Natural Brown + Oway Hcolor 5.0 Natural Light Brown + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Previous Highlights Toner: ¼ Oway Hcolor 5.77 Deep Purple Light Brown + ¾ Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Winter dandruff is here! And while it’s a normal occurrence during this time of year, it doesn’t mean you can’t prevent it.

The first step to eliminating dandruff is knowing how it all begins.

A lot of people think dandruff is a product of poor hygiene. Hence, many of us feel quite embarrassed getting the “flakes” as we discreetly dust them off our shoulders. But this is a false analogy.

Like any scalp condition, dandruff is brought about by various factors.

Typically, dandruff occurs when the scalp’s biological balance is disturbed, and as a result sends the production of naturally occurring scalp fungus, Malassezia globosa, into overdrive. It burrows deep into the hair follicle, irritating the scalp and causing it to shed dead skin cells faster than normal. In some cases, it triggers seborrheic dermatitis, particularly when the scalp is oily.

Hormone Imbalance

Hormones play a key role in our body’s oil production. Women, for instance, experience an upsurge in oil production when their estrogen level drops and progesterone levels increase.

While oil is essential to keep the scalp’s moisture balance normal, excess oil triggers growth of the yeast-like fungus Malassezia globosa, resulting to dandruff. To address oily scalps, natural treatments like Oway Purifying Hair Bath for Oily Scalps help rebalance the skin’s moisture levels while eradicating Malassezia globosa.

Alcohol Consumption

Alcohol is a well-known diuretic, which means it promotes increased production of urine. Therefore, excess alcohol consumption will trigger frequent trips to the bathroom, dehydrating the body and ultimately – the skin.

Harsh Hair Products

Hair care products, especially those containing harsh, synthetic chemicals and toxic ingredients, can rob the scalp of its natural pH and destroy the barrier that locks in moisture. This leaves the scalp vulnerable to sensitivity, irritation, and bacteria, which leads to dandruff.

Weather Extremes

Extreme weather conditions can either strip the scalp of its natural oils, or cause an overproduction of sebum. For example, winter is known for sucking the moisture out of the scalp, leaving it cracked and irritated. To repair it, treatments containing Thyme, Rosemary, and Rice Wax (like Oway Purifying Scalp Treatment Kit) are highly effective in restoring the scalp’s moisture balance, which prevents dandruff from further developing.

Nutrient Deficiency

Dandruff can be our body’s way of telling us that something is not right. Research has shown that individuals who rarely consume foods rich in vitamin B12, vitamin E, zinc, and essential fatty acids are more prone to dandruff than those who eat a balanced diet.

Vitamin B12, vitamin E, zinc, and fatty acids are essential nutrients that stimulate blood flow to the scalp and fights off free radicals that cause various scalp issues.

Stress

Many experts believe that there is a link between stress and dandruff. Because when we are stressed, we trigger production of certain hormones, which, as previously mentioned, causes overproduction of sebum on the scalp. This creates an ideal condition for the Malassezia globosa to thrive.

How to Treat Dandruff

Aside from scalp conditions that can only be treated by a dermatologist, scalp issues can be easily prevented.

• Avoid stress as much as possible. Exercising regularly helps reduce stress hormones and stimulates our body to produce endorphins, a.k.a. the happy hormone.
• Eat foods rich in Vitamin B12, vitamin E, zinc, and essential fatty acids.
• Regulate your alcohol intake.
• Avoid hair products that contain harsh chemicals. They rob the hair and scalp of their natural oils, which often leads to dandruff.
• Go natural. Incorporate essential oils and herbal treatments with antioxidant and anti-fungal properties into your hair care routine to eradicate the fungus that’s causing dandruff.

2017 was a great year for our #HolisticHairTribe. But judging by the incredible work they’ve created this week (and it’s been only Day 5 of 2018, mind you), it looks like 2018 is going to be a more fun and colorful year. Don’t believe us?

Pink Champagne Hair Color Formula

Hair by Cynthea Amnatkeo of The Moon Room

Got redhead clients who want to go lighter? This stunning Pink Champagne will be perfect for them. Cynthea’s client has been red for a year and wanted a fresh change for the new year. So et voila!

Previous Level: 6

Prelighten: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer + Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Roots: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Toner: 55g Oway Hcolor 90.2 Irisee Super Bleaching Blonde + 30 drops Oway Hmelt Playful Rose + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Iridescent Lilac Hair Color Formula

Hair by Jenell Fratacci of Sepulveda Hair Studio

Hair color looking a little too bright? Try flash toning it with our Oway Ash Extra Light Blonde and 9vol to give it a more muted effect, like what Jenell did to her client.

Lighten Regrowth: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Midshaft + Ends: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Toner: 2oz of Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + ¼ oz of Oway Hcolor 0.7 Purple Booster + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Flash Tone: Oway Hcolor 10.1 Ash Extra Light Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Blunt Blonde Hair Color Formula

Hair by Cara Robertson of SPAtacular Escapes

There’s nothing better than starting the new year with a new balayage and an eye-catching haircut. Apply some Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment before cutting as well to soften and tame the strands, making it easy to cut.

Handpainted: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Toner: Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Tuscan Blonde Hair Color Formula

Hair by Kristen Kneeland of Simply Hair

Our #HolisticHairTribe is loving the new O&M COR.color formula! Would you believe this client is 75% grey and no toner was used at all?

Balayage: O&M Paint Powder Clay Lightener with O&M CØR.color 40 vol Activator + O&M CØR.color 10.0 Lightest Blonde with O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Deep Auburn Hair Color Formula

Hair by Melissa Paetzel

To create a beautifully blended color like this one, Melissa pulled the base through the ends like lowlights. Then, melted it into the next formula for a more seamless, natural blend.

Base Color: 2/3 O&M CØR.color 5.4 Light Copper Brown + 1/3 Oway Hcolor 7.4 Coppery Blonde  + O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Color Melt Into: Oway Hcolor 8.4 Coppery Light Blonde + O&M CØR.color 10 vol Activator

Balayage: O&M Paint Powder Clay Lightener + O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Almond Latte Hair Color Formula

Hair by Ruth Phillips

The ombre trend isn’t going away soon, and why would when it looks absolutely beautiful on just about anyone like this Almond Latte Ombre by Ruth? Notice also how she used our new O&M COR.color Pastel Toners to soften warmth in her client’s hair.

Base: O&M CØR.color 6.11 Intense Ash Dark Blonde

Mid + Ends: O&M Ammonia Free Keratin Powder Lightener

Toner: 3 parts O&M CØR.color Ice Toner + 1 part O&M CØR.color Silver Toner

The Golden Globes 2018 took place Sunday night, which means awards season has officially begun. But apart from the highly anticipated announcement of winners, the red carpet arrivals did not disappoint this year.

From the artists who wore black in support of the #TimesUp movement down to head-turning looks that graced the occasion, this year’s Golden Globe Awards is definitely one for the books.

Simply Organic Beauty Educators Rebecca Gregory and Wayne Lewis picked 6 of the best hair colors and hairstyles from the red carpet, and provided some really useful tips on how to recreate them in your salon using our ammonia-free lines: Oway and O&M. Check them out below!

Emma Stone

COLOR

To achieve Emma Stone’s base color, use O&M CØR.color 8.3 Light Golden Blonde with O&M COR.color 8.34 Light Golden Copper Blonde. Then, paint some pieces to frame the face with O&M Paint Powder Clay Lightener. Finally, glaze the hair with O&M CØR.color 0.00 Clear to lock in the tone and add incredible shine for the red carpet.

STYLE  

Condition the hair with O&M Fine Intellect Conditioner, then spritz the hair with O&M Atonic Hair Thickening Spritz. Dry hair to 50% dry then add more Atonic and dry to 80% dry.

Add O&M Rootalicious Root Lift Spray by putting into palms then spreading through the hair. Dry with a natural bristle round brush to create volume. Once dry, make a side part from forehead to crown then pull one side back and secure with bobby pins, then pull other side over, twist and pin to create a ballerina low bun on crown. Pull a few pieces from the side, then sweep back and allow to fall like a soft fringe. Finish by spraying O&M Original Queenie Firm Hold Hair Spray.

Image Source: Frazer Harrison / Getty Images and Mara Roszak

Michelle Williams

COLOR  

You can recreate Michelle Williams’ modern angelic blonde using the O&M Ammonia Free Keratin Powder Lightener on scalp. Once the hair lifts, use a nourishing shampoo and treatment like O&M The Power Base Protein Treatment before toning.

To tone, use the O&M CØR.color Sand Toner, with O&M CØR.color 5 vol Activator for 20 minutes.

STYLE  

Spray towel dried hair with O&M Know Knott Detangling Spray then blow dry remove most or the moisture. In the palms of your hand, mix O&M K-Gravel Texture Clay and O&M C-Paste Texture Cream together and spread evenly throughout the hair. Style with fingers to create an effortless soft pixie look.

Image Source: Frazer Harrison / Getty Images

Kate Hudson

COLOR  

After shaving her hair off, Kate’s hair was naturally dark. Use the O&M CØR.color 12.81 Super Blond Pearl Ash and add some highlights with O&M Ammonia Free Pearl Blue Powder Lightener to create texture and  glow from forehead to the crown.

To tone, O&M CØR.color 9.8 Very Light Pearl Blonde is perfect to remove unwanted warmth and create a natural California blonde.

STYLE

Spray O&M Atonic Hair Thickening Spritz through the hair and dry until most of the moisture is removed. Spritz O&M Surf Bomb Sea Salt Texture Spray to hair and dry with a Denman brush to keep hair smooth and flat. Use O&M C-Paste Texture Cream to separate pieces for a polished textured look. Add a black headband to finish this look.

Image Source: Hello Magazine

Jessica Biel

COLOR

Add some interest to the hair by adding pops of painted strands with O&M Paint Powder Clay Lightener. Then, layer this with O&M CØR.color 8.7 Light Brunette Blonde, which will add very natural sunkissed highlights. This is also a great time to add O&M CØR.color 0.00 Clear all over the hair to protect it from fade and seal the ends for heat protection.

STYLE

Spray O&M Atonic Hair Thickening Spritz onto damp hair and add a few drops of O&M Frizzy Logic Shine Serum to the ends, then dry to 80% dry and follow with O&M Rootalicious Root Lift Spray. Continue to dry. To add volume, create lift on one side of the face with a round brush by blowing off and up, creating a small wave. Set with O&M Original Queenie Firm Hold Hair Spray. Pull hair back to a low soft ponytail, loop hair up and wrap it around the ponytail.

Finally, secure with a fringe pin to hide the band holding the ponytail. Spray with O&M Frizzy Logic Finishing Shine Spray to finish the look.

Image Source: Frederick M. Brown / Getty Images

Margot Robbie

COLOR

To achieve Margot Robbie’s gorgeous Golden Globes Glam look, do a shadow melt technique with Oway Hcolor 7.01 Ash Natural Blonde. Then, add babylights with Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener with Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer. Be sure to decolorize first the hair to a pale yellow/white and tone with Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum over some of the prelightened hair. Leave some of the babylights out to add blonde dimension.

STYLE

Following the color service, wash with Oway Hbalance Post-Color Neutralizing Shampoo and condition with Oway Hbalance Post-Color pH Mask to restore the hair to its proper PH. Spray some Oway Volumizing Root Spray throughout and add Oway Glossy Nectar before blow-drying. Use a natural bristle round brush to create some bounce through the ends.

Take a low-heated flat iron and create a loose wave through the tips. Sweep to one side to create softness around the face and mist lightly with Oway Glamshine Cloud. Lock in this beauty with Oway Sculpting Mist. Glamour is in the air.

Image Source: INSTARimages

Dakota Johnson

COLOR

Use Oway Hcolor 5.32 CDI Irisee Golden Light Brown with Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer as a root melt application. Then, do a hand painting balayage using Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener. Working heavier with your product towards the ends of the hair, lift to a yellow/white remaining pigment and then glaze with Oway Hcolor 9.1 Ash Very Light Blonde and Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer. This will create a beautiful sparkling root melt finish with light, glamorous ends.

STYLE

Use a flat iron or curling iron to add some loose curls and a dash of Oway Boho Pomade for that effortless tousled hair.

Image Source: Harper’s Bazaar

A new year is a time to let go of old habits that don’t work and embrace new ones. Whether you’re aiming to take your retail game to the next level or get more clients this year, knowing the latest salon business trends and applying them to your salon practices may help you reach your goals sooner than expected.

2018 is a good year for our #HolisticHairTribe as we’ll see a rise in clients, and yes including men, looking for healthier alternatives. Technology-driven business models will also gain momentum. Learn more about them below as well as the other trends that will dominate 2018!

Natural and Organic Salon Products

Now more than ever, consumers are becoming more aware of the benefits of reducing their chemical exposure – and rightly so! With a growing number of bloggers and influencers (and video streaming behemoth, Netflix) constantly sharing information about the toxins commonly found in our food and personal care products, it’s not surprising consumers will be more actively searching for brands that use organic ingredients this year. In fact, the demand for organic beauty products is projected to reach $13.2 billion this year according to the Transparency Market.

While 100% organic hair color isn’t possible (yet), introducing potential clients to your holistic hair products and practices is the best way to reduce their toxic exposure (and yours)! Professional ammonia-free color brands like Oway’s Hcolor or Original & Mineral’s CØR.color line are filled with high percentages of biodynamic and organic ingredients, innovative color technologies and an extraordinary low chemical content.

Due to recent ingredient innovations and a demand for more health-conscious formulations, these hair color lines still achieve impeccable results and will surely make any doubter a lifelong client.

PRO TIP: Take advantage of this demand for cleaner products by beefing up your retail offering. Check out these discounted hair styling packages.

Holistic Salon Treatments

Apart from natural salon products, 2018 will also center on wellness and mindfulness. With the heightened awareness on the link between mind and body, clients will be looking to include holistic salon treatments in their regimen, which will not only make their hair look healthy, but also their overall well-being.

PRO TIP: Incorporate soothing scalp treatments such as our Herbs & Peel treatment and new Head.Spa, as well as aromatherapy in your salon menu to attract holistic-minded clients.

Eco-Friendly Practices

With the wildfires, floods, and catastrophic hurricanes becoming all too common in the US, especially last year, the national conversation on climate change has noticeably begun to shift. Now, consumers actively seek businesses that promote eco-friendly practices. From cruelty-free, toxin-free products to zero-waste packaging, clients are becoming increasingly conscious of how their purchases affect the environment.

PRO TIP: Set up a Refill Station in your salon so both you and your clients can work together to reduce salon waste.

Instagram Marketing

With more than 800 million active users, Instagram continues to be one of the top platforms to promote your business, next to Facebook. As the social media giant continues to upgrade its features (users can now shop products with a single tap on a photo), more and more businesses are looking for ways to integrate Instagram in their marketing strategy.

As hair stylists, Instagram is the best platform to share and promote our work. Also, many clients nowadays prefer a salon with an active business page where they can see the before-and-after pictures. For the latest social media marketing ideas for hair salons (including a killer Insta-strategy), check our free training video: [5 Untold Secrets of A Successful Social Media Strategy For Salons & Hair Stylists].

PRO TIP: According to a 2012 study, social media plays a huge role in influencing a consumer’s purchasing behavior. Use this to your advantage by regularly updating your Instagram page.

Live Videos & Tutorials

Today’s customers are no longer content with traditional marketing. They can tell when they are being sold something from a mile away. What they crave is a more perceptible, interactive form of content that will allow them to make effective decisions.

Statistics indicate that “millennials”, who are expected to become the most influential customer demographic this year and the years to come, consume more digital videos than the average customer, which is why industry experts are predicting that we will see a surge in video content and live broadcasts in 2018.

PRO TIP: This is a perfect opportunity for your salon and your team of stylists to showcase what you can offer. Post live hair painting and hair styling tutorials to capture the interest of your target demographic. Videos nowadays get more likes and shares from people on Facebook, so this could also be a great way to advertise your salon.

Continuing Education

As customers become more informed of the current trends as well as the benefits and dangers of certain ingredients, the salon industry has become more education-focused. From 2-day education retreats to advanced color classes to webinars, you will notice an increase in professional development courses this year.

PRO TIP: Always keep an eye out for Simply Organic’s education classes. We also offer free online trainings and webinars for holistic hair stylists like you. More classes will be added soon.

Men’s Products & Services

2018 will see a boom in male grooming products and services especially now that men’s perception of self-care is undergoing a paradigm shift. Many are seeing the benefits of improving their body image and appearance, which opens up new opportunities for salons looking to expand their service menu this year.

PRO TIP: Original & Mineral and Oway are releasing their male-focused product lines this year – stay tuned!

Mobile Payments & Online Booking

With millennials becoming a growing customer demographic, they will be looking for salons and stylists that will allow them to book and pay for services with their phones.

NFC or near-field communication allows two devices to exchange information through an NFC chip. Apple and Google have recently launched NFC-powered Apple Pay and Google Pay which allows mobile phone owners to pay for goods and services without swiping their credit cards. In light of the massive credit card breaches that occurred last year, NFC is a step in the right direction.

PRO TIP: Integrating NFC technology in your business transactions will help you gain more clients and keep your salon ahead of the curve. Additionally, setting up an online booking system will not be only convenient for clients but for you as well. Instead of spending time on the phone booking customers, you can have more time to relax or do other tasks.

Which of these salon business trends will you be implementing this year? Sound off in the comments below!

Our #HolisticHairTribe brought their A-game this week – we had a hard time choosing which work to feature! But one thing is for sure – with every hair color we highlight every week, we challenge preconceived notions about ammonia-free, holistic hair color.  And in an industry that’s been accustomed to using chemical-laden salon products, it’s amazing to see the stylists using ammonia-free hair color to display their talent and creativity.

Cardinal Hair Color Formula

Hair by Miranda of Ananda Organic Salon & Spa

Just when you think you’ve seen all shades of red, this happens. This vibrant Cardinal Red hair color by Miranda is absolutely mesmerizing. Did you know she was only using Oway for a week before creating this masterpiece? That’s what you call talent.

Roots: Oway Hcolor 6.43 Copper Golden Dark Blonde Blended Down

Mids to Ends (1:1): Oway Hcolor 6.43 Copper Golden Dark Blonde + Oway Hcolor 8.4 Coppery Light Blonde

Urban Blonde Hair Color Formula

Hair by Caitlin Helle

Isn’t it amazing how subtle highlights can elevate a look? Called babylights, these delicate highlights mimic the natural hair color dimension in children. Who knew babies can be such inspiration to the salon industry?

Babylights: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Toner (1:1): Oway Hcolor 9.1 Ash Very Light Blonde + Oway Hcolor 10.1 Ash Extra Light Blonde with Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Ocean Jade Hair Color Formula

Hair by Anna Lundeberg

With Oway Hmelt, you can practically recreate any color you can think of. Case in point: This striking Ocean Jade hair color Anna created using our Oway Hmelt Green Harmony.

Prelightened to 10 with Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener

Color: 40g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 40g Oway Hmelt Green Harmony

Fiery Amber Hair Color Formula

Hair by Cara Robertson of SPAtacular Escapes

With shades of amber set to become one of this year’s popular hair colors, many clients will certainly be requesting it. Take it to another level with Cara’s version of amber hair color.

Base Touchup: Oway Hcolor 5.0 Natural Light Brown + Oway Hcolor 5.4 Coppery Light Brown + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Highlights: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + 25vol

Toner: Oway Hcolor 6.44 Deep Coppery Dark Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Maple Syrup Hair Color Formula

Hair by Andi of Ka’ton Salon Organic Hair Body Health

Want to know how to give your client that natural, healthy glow after a balayage? Tone with Oway Hnectar, our PPD-free hair color made from 100% pure plant nectars and sugars.

Root: Oway Hcolor 5.0 Natural Light Brown + Oway Hypercolor Process Accelerator Oil with Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Balayage: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 40 Volume Cream Developer (45 min)

Tone (Roots): Oway Hnectar 6.0 Natural Dark Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Ends: Oway Hnectar 8.1 Nordic Light Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Prairie Hair Color Formula

Hair by Nikki Lawrence

Oh the wonders of Hmilk! Nikki made sure to add Hmilk during and in between treatment to ensure the hair stays healthy and protected, which is highly needed for double process sessions.

New Growth: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer with a bit of Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Old Golden Pieces: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer with Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment (45mins)

Add Depth to Blonde: Ribbons of Oway Hcolor 5.34 Golden Copper Light Brown + Oway Hcolor 5.0 Natural Light Brown  + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Second Treatment: Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Roots (1:1): Oway Hcolor 5.34 Golden Copper Light Brown + Oway Hcolor 5.0 Natural Light Brown + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Mids to Ends: 22g Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + 7g Oway Hcolor 7.6 Red Blonde  + 2.5g Oway Hcolor 0.6 Red Booster + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer (20mins)

When was the last time you had your scalp detoxed? And no, we’re not talking about the last time you washed your hair.

Like our body, our scalp absorbs everything we apply to it. And over time, they build up and wreak havoc on the scalp’s delicate ecosystem. For this reason, you need a detox treatment to completely get rid of all the harmful toxins and restore the balance.

Not sure if you need it? Check out the following signs that you’re due for a much-needed scalp detox treatment:

You only wash your hair a few times a week (if at all).

Let’s face it, in the era of dry shampoo addictions and co-washing, most of us have abandoned the idea of shampooing our hair daily. While the short-term effects can be great for hair health, your scalp may not fare as well.

Most shampoos have a unique pH and formula to properly cleanse the scalp of excess sebum, residue and product buildup. When you continually skip this step, hair follicles can become clogged – leading to hair loss, thinning and weak hair strands.

We’re not saying start washing your hair daily – because that has adverse effects, too  – we’re saying it’s time to start working a scalp detox treatment into your beauty routine.

You’ve started a new lifestyle or diet.

It’s the new year, and you’ve probably started to make some positive changes to your diet and lifestyle (you go, Glen Coco). However, did you know when starting the detoxing process, toxins are expelled through your pores, including the large pores on your scalp? This can lead to breakouts, which can be quite painful and bothersome.

Organic scalp treatments, particularly those infused with the herb Horsetail, help soothe the inflammation and speed up the detox process by pulling out all the toxins and impurities left on the skin.

You’ve started to notice hair loss and thinning.

If you’re not suffering from alopecia areata, chances are your hair loss problem is caused by oxidative stress. While there can be various reasons why your hair is shedding more than normal, oftentimes it’s mainly because of the presence of excess free radicals and low number of antioxidants in your body. This imbalance causes oxidative stress, which destroys cells in the body such as hair follicles.

To treat oxidative stress, we highly recommend reducing your exposure to free radicals. Yes, there may be too many free radicals in the environment that it’s impossible to completely avoid them but there are several precautionary measures you can do to prevent oxidative stress. For one, a scalp detox effectively flushes out the harmful toxins before they attack the hair bulb and refreshes it with antioxidants to keep it protected.

There’s a season change.

Yes, it’s not just you. Seasonal changes, especially winter, can cause flakes to appear. When not exfoliated, it can build up on the scalp and clog pores. Doing a deep cleansing and purifying treatment will not only buff away the flakes, but also restore moisture and balance to damaged scalp.

You live in an area where there’s too much environmental toxins.

Do you live in an area where there’s too much pollution? Toxic fumes and substances are never completely washed away by shampoo. Most of them are quickly absorbed by the scalp, causing free radical damage to the skin cells and hair follicles.

Adding a scalp detox treatment to your beauty regimen can help draw out all the toxins that your daily shampoo cannot remove.

You’re heavy handed with hard-to-remove styling products.

Ever felt your hair grimy and waxy despite how many times you wash it? While styling products do serve a purpose, product residues that remain on the scalp and hair can cause dehydration and irritation when not removed properly. Unfortunately, your daily hair bath and conditioner can only do so much. In fact, they may actually exacerbate the problem if not washed away completely.

What you need is a complete scalp detox treatment to get rid of the residues once and for all. Trust us when we say you’d wish you had done it sooner once you see and feel the difference. Just check out the scalp detox benefits below:

Scalp Detox Benefits

• Promotes healthy hair growth
• Purifies the scalp of odor-causing bacteria
• Antioxidants prevent oxidative stress and enhance scalp function
• Removes buildup that causes dull hair and scalp imbalances
• Calms scalp irritation and redness

Inspiration can be hard to come by sometimes, so we sought the help of our trusted Holistic Hair Tribe to give you more ideas on your client’s next appointment. Whether they’re into vivids or naturals, we got the perfect hair colors right here.

Cotton Candy Hair Color Formula

Hair by Kai Fujimoto

The cotton candy phenomenon is still going strong, it seems. Recreate this stunning color with Kai’s formula below.

Pre-lightened with Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Blue Shadow Root: 20g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 20 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple + 20 drops Oway Hmelt Blue Charm

Color Melt into 3 Formulas

1) Pastel Pink: 40g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 20 drops Oway Hmelt Playful Rose

2) Pastel Blue: 40g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 30 drops  Oway Hmelt Blue Charm + 10 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple

3) Platinum Purple: 40g Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment + 20 drops Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple + 10 drops  Oway Hmelt Blue Charm

Processing Time: 30min

Sedona Blonde Hair Color Formula

Hair by Nikki Lawrence

While Oway is super gentle on the hair and scalp, you’ll never know how a client will react with a new hair color. It was Nikki’s client’s first time to use Oway, so adding Oway Hmilk No-Stress and Hscreen to the formula definitely helps prevent any sensitivity before it occurs.

Roots + Midshaft: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer with Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Color: 12g Oway Hcolor 6.31 Beige Dark Blonde + Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer with a pump of Oway Hscreen Skin + Scalp Protector

Toner: 22g Oway Hcolor 11.17 Frosted Platinum + 1g Oway Hcolor 0.6 Red Booster

Coco Sorbet Hair Color Formula

Hair by Molly Kuhl

Transitioning from heavy highlights to more natural-looking balayage can be a painstaking process. But not with Oway. You don’t even need toners for it!

Open Air Balayage: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 40 Volume Cream Developer

Babylights Around the Face (Foils):  Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Foxfire Hair Color Formula

Hair by Meghan Scott

We all got that client who always wants intense reds. With Oway’s wide range of pigments, you can easily create the richest of reds. Case in point: This fabulous creation by Meghan.

Base on Natural Level 5: 30g Oway Hcolor 6.62 Irisee Red Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 7.66 Deep Red Blonde + 105g Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer

Ends on Natural Level 7:  30g Oway Hcolor 6.62 Irisee Red Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 6.77 Deep Purple Dark Blonde + 20g Oway Hcolor 7.66 Deep Red Blonde  + 105g 10vol

Navajo Blonde Hair Color Formula

Hair by Melissa Paetzel

PRO TIP: O&M COR.color Pastel toners, like 8.16, are great toners to use after decolorizing the hair. It neutralizes the yellow in the hair and turns it into a perfect cool blonde.

Pre-lighten to a Level 9-10 with O&M Ammonia Free Keratin Powder Lightener

Toner: O&M CØR.color 8.16 Light Ash Violet Blonde

Carnelian Red Hair Color Formula

Hair by Wonderlab Chile

From dark brown to glamorous red. Who says you can’t create stunningly rich shades with ammonia-free hair colors?

Lightening: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener

Color: Oway Hcolor 7.44 Deep Coppery Blonde + Oway Hcolor 10.3 Golden Extra Light Blonde + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Extreme heat and humidity are the hair’s top enemy.

Whether you’re going on a weekend getaway or a cross-country trip this summer, it’s important to keep your hair healthy and protected. Because you’ll never know who and what you’ll run into while on holiday.

We rounded up the six summer hair care tips every outdoor lover needs to know.

Summer Hair Care Tip #1: Use Products with UV Protection

Use summer hair care products with natural UV protection.

If there’s anything worse than using products with unnecessary chemicals, it’s using them in tandem with the summer sun. The summer heat tends to leave the pores of the skin and scalp open, allowing for further absorption of ingredients in hair products – so make sure your hair and body are absorbing the good stuff!

Biodynamic Green Anise is an all-natural UV protectant that’s great for preventing color fading and dryness. The Green Anise also acts as a filter, which help eliminate cancer-causing free radicals.

We suggest changing to a shampoo and conditioner with added UV protection from Biodynamic Green Anise, as well as spraying a Sun Protective Elixir that you can take with you on the go.

In addition to using sun protection products, there are other summer hair care tips that you can practice without products (read on).

Summer Hair Care Tip #2: Wear a hat or hair scarf

Another great summer hair care tip is to opt for a hat, hair scarf, or both. Not only do hats and head scarves provide further UV protection, they also help the hair retain moisture – a big-time summer hair care issue.

Healthy hair starts at the scalp.

Wearing a hat or head scarf also provides the scalp with further UV protection that may be hard to obtain just through summer hair care products. Since the scalp regulates sebum (your hair’s natural oils), it is very important to ensure your scalp is adequately protected.

A damaged scalp can leave hair inadequately nourished for months to come!

Hair scarves also act as damage control for the hair. They keep the hair in place during visits to the beach, where wind from the sea can result in terrible tangles (that you’ll no doubt vigorously brush out on the way to your next summer activity, resulting in further damage and breakage).

Let’s not neglect to mention there are various ways to wear hair scarfs and hats, so you should never run out of ways to protect the hair and scalp, all while rockin’ a fabulous summer style.

Summer Hair Care Tip #3: Wear hair in braids and gentle up-dos

The summer heat and humidity calls for gentle up-dos and stylish braids. We know everyone is loving the top-knot bun style and sock buns, but putting hair up high and tight can cause incredible damage during the summer months, when hair tends to get frizzy and dry.

Try out a Half Crown Braid – they are one of the hottest summer hair trends!

Messy braids and gentle up-dos will keep the hair from further UV exposure and add another layer of protection for the scalp. Don’t worry about them being perfect – the laid back nature of these summer hairstyles will embrace the natural elements of summer and look fabulous!

Summer Hair Care Tip #4: Wash hair right after exposure

Whether it be after a nice dip in the pool or a long day at the beach, it’s a good idea to wash your hair right after exposure. This will eliminate further UV damage, and wash away any impurities that could stay on the hair. However, when we say wash the hair, we don’t necessarily mean use shampoo.

It’s more than acceptable to cut back on shampooing your hair on a daily basis when the warm weather comes your way. In fact, we recommend it!

Cutting back on shampoo will actually allow your scalp’s oil production to re-balance itself, which is extra important for moisture during summertime weather.

After a trip to the beach, try rinsing the hair in the shower first, followed by giving yourself a scalp message. A nice 30-second scalp massage will exfoliate old cells, increase scalp circulation to promote hair growth, and help remove any product build-up.

Then, try gently working your hair’s natural oils from the scalp down to the mid-shaft and ends. Medium to long hair lengths should also try just applying conditioner to the mid-shaft and ends.

If you do decide to shampoo your hair, Oway’s Sebum Balance Hair Bath is the perfect shampoo for keeping the scalp’s natural balance, thanks to the botanical blend of Biodynamic Sage, Organic Euphrasia Extract, and Ethical Teak + Mahogany Wood. It’s also available in travel size so you can take it whenever, wherever.

Summer Hair Care Tip #5: Eliminate Mean Green Pool Hair

Everyday exposure to chlorinated swimming pools can be very damaging to your hair. Although it can happen to anyone, men and women with shades of natural or colored blonde are prone to chlorine damage and discoloration.

Here’s our little secret summer hair care tip: Add moisture to your hair prior to jumping in the pool!

Think of your hair like a sponge, ready to soak up any water in its path.

If you put a dry sponge into the pool, it’ll absorb more of the chemicals than a wet sponge, that has already been saturated in water.

With that being said, wet the hair and/or put in a leave-in conditioner prior to going to the pool. If you do not have a leave-in conditioner, you can use a regular conditioner, as well.

If you’re a frequent swimmer or have very blonde hair, we suggest going even further with your summer hair care.

Invest in a non-toxic purple shampoo. Try purple shampoos from Oway Silver Steel Hair Bath and Original & Mineral Conquer Blonde, these are professional-grade products that will cleanse the hair of impurities and eliminate brassy tones.

Summer Hair Care Tip #6: Deep Conditioning Treatments

Summer hair ailments like dryness and split-ends can be helped with the inclusion of deep conditioning treatments in your summer hair regimen.

Before establishing your hair regimen and choosing the “best” summer hair care products, you must first determine your hair type and texture.

To choose a hair product without knowing your hair type is like buying a pair of shoes without knowing your shoe size – it can be very damaging.

To help determine your hair texture and what it lacks in the summer, ask your hair stylist to do conduct a Wet Stretch Test. This test will allow them to make the proper summer hair care recommendations for your hair type.

Making the right hair care choices can enhance your beauty inside and out. These summer hair care tips will allow you to feel and look confident through the harsh summer months with healthy, shiny hair.

Blondes may be the un-official queen of the season, but there’s another hair color that’s slowly taking over our newsfeeds. Whether you’re team blonde or team redhead, you know you can trust our #HolisticHairTribe to deliver stunningly fabulous hair colors using our ammonia-free lines, Oway and Original & Mineral!

Dahlia Fever Hair Color Formula

Hair by Maren McKenna

How about some fiery red for summer? It’s Maren’s first time to try our new Oway Hmelt Pure Pigments and we’re already loving her work.

Base: 1oz Oway Hcolor 7.34 Golden Copper Blonde + ½ oz Oway Hcolor 8.4 Coppery Light Blonde + 1 inch ribbon of Oway Hcolor 0.3 Golden Booster + 25vol

Prelightened Ends: Oway Hbleach Butter Cream Lightener + Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Rinsed and Applied Hmelt Randomly Throughout:

Formula 1: 3 Droppers Oway Hmelt Divine Gold with Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Formula 2: 3 Droppers Oway Hmelt Mysterious Purple + 1 Dropper Oway Hmelt Playful Rose  + ½ Dropper Oway Hmelt Blue Charm with Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Formula 3: 2 Droppers Oway Hmelt Sunny Orange + Oway Hmelt Red Energy with Oway Hmilk No Stress Conditioning Treatment

Pansy Copper Hair Color Formula

Hair by Megan Rae Bailey

It seems copper is a summer favorite this year. Because of its rich, vibrant hue, copper is the perfect transition color from Summer to Fall. Keep it interesting by following Megan’s formula below!

Natural Level 6/7 with New Growth and Faded Copper Gold Ends

New Growth + Some Mids: 20g Oway Hcolor 6.66 Deep Red Dark Blonde + 10g Oway Hcolor 4.4 Coppery Brown + 10g Oway Hcolor 7.34 Golden Copper Blonde with 40g Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer + 20g Oway Htone 9 Volume Cream Developer

Processed for 20 mins

Wet Ends with Water and Melted Root Color for 15 mins

Sola Hair Color Formula

Hair by Belinda Mills

Got a client with grown out highlights? Doing an ombre is a great way to try out a new look without cutting the hair.

Natural Level 7

Mids: O&M CØR.color 12.0 Super Natural Blonde + O&M CØR.color 30 vol Activator

Roots: O&M CØR.color 10.0 Lightest Blonde + O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Ends: O&M CØR.color 0.00 Clear and O&M CØR.color 10 vol Activator

Willow Hair Color Formula

Hair by Lisa Liptak of Nurture Green Salon & Spa

Despite red, copper hues dominating the season this year, bombshell blondes will never go out style. If it looks as gorgeous as this, why would it be?

Natural Level 7

Previous Color: O&M Mineral.CCT 10/0 Lightest Blonde  + O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator with O&M Mineral.CCT 0/19 Ash Matte Tone Booster

New Color: Half and Half O&M CØR.color 10.0 Lightest Blonde + O&M CØR.color 10.1 Lightest Ash Blonde with O&M CØR.color 20 vol Activator

Sienna Rose Hair Color Formula

Hair by Angela Owens

Another trend that seems to be growing stronger season after season is Dusty Pink. To create this with O&M CØR.color, all you have to do is combine our Pale Pink and Silver Toners!

Prelightened to Pale Yellow

Toner: 40g O&M CØR.color Pale Pink Toner + 4g O&M CØR.color Silver Toner with Double O&M CØR.color 5 vol Activator

Processing Time: 20 mins

Chocolate Cosmos Hair Color Formula

Hair by Maureen Fox-Meyer of The Change Salon

Give your solid redheads a makeover this season by transforming their hair color into charming chocolate red. Maureen shares her formula below,

Root melt: Oway Hcolor 4.05 CL Milk Chocolate with Oway Hcatalyst 20 Volume Cream Developer

Mids to Ends: Oway Hcolor 8.66 Deep Red Light Blonde with Oway Hcatalyst 30 Volume Cream Developer with a few drops of Oway Hmelt Blue Charm

They don’t call it the summer blues for nothing.

More no shows, less appointments. This time of year can be frustrating at salons. However, with the right promotions and plans in place, you could make this season your most productive, yet!

1.   Change your service menu by adding summer solutions.

Just like a restaurant changes their menu according to season, salons should, too.

Think about the beauty woes of summer and how you – the professional – can offer a solution to unruly frizz and increased dryness and damage caused by over exposure to environmental aggressors, such as UV rays, heat, pool minerals, etc.

Take a look at some of the most common summer hair stresses below (plus, some holistic-minded remedies)!

Problem: Frizz & Dryness

Solution: Non-Toxic Keratin Smoothing Treatment

Problem: Color Fading & UV Damage

Solution: Oway Sunway – A Professional Collection of Sun Protective Products

2.   Attend a class.

Summer marks the calm before the holiday storm — now’s the time to attend classes and brush up on any skills before the busiest time of year.

Pro Tip: If traveling for education, take a few extra days to explore the area and use the entire trip as a tax write-off! Check out some upcoming Education classes we have going on around the country below:

*Indicates 2-day class pass available (SAVE 50%)!

3.   Improve your business skills.

We’re over half way through 2018, are you meeting all of the salon business goals you set for yourself? If not, that’s okay – summer is a great time to re-visti some of your goals.

Take this extra time to do a full audit of your salon’s operations. Is your salon website up to date? Are you keeping up with your social media? How long has it been since you’ve raised your prices?

We have tons of free salon business education waiting for you!

Salon Summer School Curriculum:

1. Salon Website 101: The Do’s & Don’ts of a Successful Salon Website
2. How to Master Google & Your Salon’s Online Reputation & Reviews
3. 5 Untold Secrets of Social Media for Salons
4. 5 Easy Ways to Manifest Lifelong Clients & Turn Them into Raving Fans
5. Doing It Right: Salon Retail Design & Visual Merchandising Strategies
6. How to Hire, Train & Retain Your Salon’s Dream Team
7. Salon Suite Week: What Every Suite Owner Should Know!

4.   Follow up early.

With many clients going on holiday this season, many of them would forget to show up for an appointment. The best way to prevent no-shows and habitual tardiness is to remind them days in advance.

A cancellation window is great, but anything can happen in 48 or 24 hours. Send them text alerts one to two weeks early and the day before to allow you and your client to make appropriate changes to the schedule, or let you know they can’t make it. For a more personal touch, ask your receptionist to follow up on appointments days ahead by phone to get a verbal confirmation from the client. This way, you would also know straightaway if the client is planning to cancel or not.

Pro Tip: Having a cancellation fee in place is an effective way to reduce no-shows. Emphasize this detail during your conversation and watch them think twice about not showing up

5.   Join or organize a Green Event.

What better way to beat the summer slump than dedicating your time to a good cause? Organize green events like the newest fitness craze “plogging” with your fellow holistic hair stylists and salons within your local community. Plogging is an environmental workout event that began in Sweden wherein people would go out for a run with a trash bag and plastic gloves, picking up litter along the way.

Doing this event will not only help you and your colleagues stay fit, but it will also help reduce garbage in your area. Plus, you and your salon might also get extra brownie points for being an eco-friendly business. It’s win-win situation for you, your business and the planet.

6.   Run a FREE Summer Haircut Contest.

Are your social media pages facing a slump in engagement as well? Doing an online campaign will not only increase your social media engagement but will also help increase awareness of your brand and business.

Giveaways and contests like FREE haircuts or treatments as prizes always draw a crowd. For example, you can ask your audience to like and share the contest on Facebook or Instagram, and choose a winner at the end of the promo period.

Everyone loves getting a new look during the summer, so you’ll never know how many of your contest participants will become a lifelong client.