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Jun7

VIDEO: Block Coloring Technique

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Block Coloring is a very popular hair coloring technique amongst creative hair coloring artists. To demonstrate this technique, hair coloring expert Kelle uses a unique block coloring technique to spice up a modern British Bob Haircut, or what she calls a British Shag.

Color Blocking is a process in which color is added in “blocks” giving new dimension to just a portion of the hair, such as bangs. To add three-dimensional color, the hair may be separated into dozens of sections with two to three colors “blocked” in alternating sections.

This service must be touched up every four to six weeks. This can be applied to all kinds of hairstyles, and in this case if applied to a British Bob Haircut, or a British Shag.

Check out the hair coloring tutorial below:

This method only works on a bob haircut that is one-length and is styled to lie straight and smooth. If your hair is layered or curly, it won’t look as good.. There are many techniques used in hair coloring to give the hair a special flash and special style.

If you want to see more hair coloring techniques, subscribe to our free TV series for hairstylists at ScissorBoy.com

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Aug9

Why women change their hairstyles f...

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You meet her at a shop and fail to recognize her, even though she has been you neighbor for the last so many years. Have you gone through such a situation? I bet, you have. Your inability to recognize your neighbor can be attributed to the change in her hairstyle.

Did you know that women try about 104 different hairstyles during their lifetime. The number is seriously huge but these statistics were revealed by a research commissioned by British hairstylist Andrew Collinge. Women in the the ages of 13 and 65, will make some type of change to their hair – whether it’s layering, colouring or cutting. Also, they do so very often.

The survey results reveal that maximum women change their hairstyles because they are simply bored with their current look. While some women admitted that a special occasion provides them a perfect opportunity to try out a new look, others visit their salons to conceal grey hairs.

Looks matter! This holds true in every sense and in case of women, it makes them more confident and happy. Andrew Collinge says: “With our modern, everyday stresses and hectic lifestyles, often a restyle or a new colour is an effective and easy way to boost a woman’s confidence.”

So now you know why women often visit salons and how stylists manage to give them a new look with the help of professional hair shears.

If you too have recently changed your hairstyle or got a new color, share your thoughts with us: @TheScissorBoy

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Aug5

Tips for a successful photo shoot

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Photo shoots are very important for hairstylists who want to take their career to the next level. So if you aspire to become a sought-after stylist in the beauty biz, you need proper preparation to perfect your photo shoots.

Organizing a successful photo shoot requires a clear vision. So always start with what you want to achieve by photographing your work. Its always a good idea to prepare a thorough plan before booking your photographer and models.

Prominent fashion photographer Babak, who has worked with many Contessa Award entrants was featured on ScissorBoy’s online cosmetology program. He along with Mickey Svircevic explained the process of how to photograph hair.

Mickey and Babak took us behind the scenes at a photo shoot and gave us some pointers on how to photograph your work! As a hairstylist, you need to make sure that you explain your objectives to your team. You can keep your storyboard in close proximity to keep everyone on track.

Another prominent stylist to be featured on ScissorBoy TV was Anna Pacitto. Anna is the Artistic Director for L’Oreal Professional Canada and she successfully manages Salon Pure in Montreal, Canada.

Anna and her team have recently won the Salon Team of the Year award during NAHA 2010.

Even Anna highlighted the importance of good preparation to make photo shoots successful. She along with her team showed us how to conduct a strategy meeting and explain each team member their roles and responsibilities during a photo shoot.

The team at Salon Pure are known to create some amazing photo shoots that have won them numerous awards. They show us how they do it in the video below.

If you are preparing for a fashion photo shoot or want more tips for a successful photo shoot, visit www.ScissorBoy.com

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Jul5

Is Reggie Watts hairstyle hot?

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Reggie Watts, you must have heard that name before. Apart from being a comedian and musician, he’s also famous for his cloud of black hair – Reggie Watts hair!

Hilarious, brilliant, unpredictable – comedian/musician Reggie Watts is a staple of the international performance scene. He’s a regularly performer on television and in live theater.

Reggie’s shows are mostly improvised and consist of stream of consciousness stand-up in various shifting personae, mixed with loop pedal-based a cappella compositions.

Reggie Watts is an unusual talent! He always surprises his audiences with his performances.  But just like his witty performances, he has this strange type of hair.

Most performance artists are very conscious about their appearnaces and appear well groomed. Reggie Watts is different and so is Reggie Watts hair!

The long hair and un-groomed look somehow suits on Reggie Watts. Would you ever think of copying his look? How do you see yourself in Reggie Watts hair? Tweet your thoughts: @TheScissorBoy

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Jun21

Wella Professionals Color Discovery...

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When you visit a salon for coloring your hair, do you consult your stylist? Its great if you do it regularly, but you may face problems if you don’t do it.

According to Procter & Gamble, 42% of women have never had a color consultation with their stylist. And this is one of the prime reasons why many women complain that their new hair color doesn’t work for them.

To solve such problems for women, Procter & Gamble is offering free hair color consultations via the Wella Professionals Color Discovery Tour. The tour will start at New York’s South Street Seaport on June 21 before traveling to seven other cities. These cities include – Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Miami, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

The tour will have expert colorists who will explain the coloring process and offer consultations for women for free. Following the personal consultations, women will be able to make an appointment at their local participating salon to receive a discounted color service and experience their hair color transformation firsthand.

This national tour will include “Dancing With the Stars” host Brooke Burke. Wella Professionals is trying to promote both the brand and salon hair coloring with this tour which starts today.

The company is also offering discounts to participating Wella salons and complimentary products.

You can register for the Wella Professionals Color Discovery Tour if its visiting your city.

This free hair color consultations tour is great for women who are yet to find their best look. Be a part of it to get updated, inspired and see yourself positively transformed!

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