NEW ZERO WASTE PACKAGING FROM PUREOLOGY

Salon Capelli has Pureology on sale 20% off shampoo and conditioner while supplies last as we transition into our new packaging!!!!


Zero Waste Packaging!!

* Formulas dispense easily to ensure you never waste a drop

* Bottles are made of 50% post-consumer recycle materials and are 100% recyclable

* Shampoo packaging now uses 39% less water during the manufacturing process; conditioner packaging uses 37% less water


With the new manufacturing process Pureology saves 60,000 gallons of water a year!! That's huge!!!

Haven't tried Pureology?...What makes us different?

* Highly concentrated formulas (delivering about 70 applications/bottle)

*Zero Sulfate shampoos do not have sodium laurel sulfate as the lathering agent, a harsh salt that has been used since the 50's when women moved to shampooing more often instead of lye soap. Pureology wanted to create something more gentle that helps preserve color. The Pureology lather is made of corn, coconut,and sugar, so gentle on the hair and scalp.

* The exclusive AntiFadeComplex inclues essential antioxidants to defend against colour-fading free radicals, plus full spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreens

*100% Vegan formulas. no animal testing, products, or byproducts

We are so excited to have the new Pureology bottles in the salon:) Come check them out!!!

Happy Valentine's Day!! Hope you fall in love with Pureology!!
I love being cheesy:)
xoxo
~k

John Robert's Salon

How many of you asked for this haircut in the early 90's? The "Rachel"

I remember this was my first "real" haircut. In 8th grade, my aunt Tina took me to her salon outside of Cleveland, OH to get a hair makeover. I felt so special, so grown up...like I was being initiated into womanhood or at least becoming a cool teenager. I felt like this haircut would get me a boyfriend which didn't happen because I was so shy and had horrible acne. But, the "Rachel" made me feel like a new person and gave me more confidence..The hair and the experience at the salon made me feel beautiful. I remember walking through the halls after my Spanish class thinking how great my hair felt and wondering if anyone noticed the time I had spent round brushing it to perfection with my Aveda Elixer. This is the first time I can remember really loving my hair.

I grew up in Indiana, PA, a small college town in Western Pennsylvania. Most people who got high end haircuts went to Monroeville or Pittsburgh. But, I went to John Robert's Salon in Mayfield Heights outside of Cleveland, OH. The salon opened in 1993. I was there the very first or second year that Stacy and John DiJulius opened their doors. John Robert's Salon has now been named one of the TOP 20 SALONS IN AMERICA. Stacy was my aunt Tina's hairdresser for years in a small Aveda salon in Cleveland, Stacy brought her husband into the world of hair. At that point John was a little less expensive, so he did my cut. An assistant shampooed and conditioned my hair with Aveda products, and another assistant blew it out. After my style the assistant put on a little lip gloss. She also told me I only needed mascara on the top eye lashes and then to blink. During these services, Stacy came over to talk to me and Tina. She was beautiful and kind with dark hair and light eyes like Elizabeth Taylor. I wanted to be just like her.

As a hairdresser, I have loved watching John Robert's Salon grow and John DiJulius become a leader in customer service. John has written books on customer service including "Secret Service" and "What's the Secret". He presents all over the US, and he does service coaching for The Ritz-Carlton, Lexus, Nordstroms, Starbucks, Cheesecake Factory, and more. I have heard his name mentioned at NAHA (North American Hairstylist Awards). I am honored to have him cut the "Rachel" for me all those years ago. John DiJulius is still an inspiration today.

I only had 2 haircuts at John Robert's Salon, but I have never forgotten how special I felt. In our lives we can truly make a difference to everyone we interact with. Although we can not remember everyone we come in contact with, people might remember how you made them feel...So, smile, be kind, encouraging, and give a little love into the world...You make a difference!

Thank you to my mom and aunt Tina for providing this experience...

Thank you John and John Robert's Salon for this beautiful memory:)

Men's Trends

Since posting the girl trends at the salon the guys have been asking me about what's the latest tend for men's hair...Well here's a quick view before I head on my Tucson climbing trip!! Can't wait to get some sunshine!!

Nick Wooster, the Men's Fashion Director of Neiman Marcus Group Services
Very short on the sides and working with his natural sweeping motion of the hairline.. Nick Wooster is the definition of men's style.

Johnny Depp sporting a little bit of color..Ombre for men? Haven't done any of this in the salon yet, but maybe this summer...See how the ends get lighter looking like it happened in summer...nope..happened at the salon:)

Guys are keeping it short and long...I'm seeing a lot of well kept facial hair...beards, mustaches, handlebar mustaches..you guys are just having way too much fun!!!!

Biggest thing for men..go with what works with your hair..if you have curl play it up..Find 1 or 2 products that work for you and try something new..You can use a light silicone like Pureology Shine Max just to take away some of the puffiness..kind of like making your hair second day hair right out of the shower..great on your hair or on a coarse beard..Try it;)

Also, stop using bar soap on your hair..The soap is not meant for the scalp and can clog your hair follicles making it hard to hold on to your hair and causing possible thinning..Also, for thinning hair try taking biotin, healthy diet, and sleep...

okay..that's what I've got for quick update on men's hair..

Trends of Fall/Winter 2011

The year is coming to an end and a new year is beginning. It's an exciting, hopeful time. But, for now let's reflect on some of the hottest trends we've seen at Salon Capelli and hopefully get some inspiration for 2012.

This holiday season my clients have really been mixing it up. They are ready for change and ready to move forward into the new year with bold, radiant hair. I've been taking a lot of people from blond, to brown or red..Cutting mid length cuts into short pixies, cutting long hair into mid lengths or lots of layers...Adding new bangs...And, Brightening up color...So, so much change...Thank you all for trusting me with your locks and letting me play..I've been having so much fun, and I hope you all have had a great time too with your most versatile accessory, your hair...

Cuts

Shorties

(any shade of red is the most popular color this season..thank you Rhianna, Mad Men, and all you gorgeous redheads out there)

I've been asked for a lot of asymmetrical cuts, longer "security wisps" in the front to give a short cut a whimsical feel.

Also for women very short clean lines around the ears
Things to keep in mind for when going short..

* Size of forehead (if it's longer keep longer bangs, if it's smaller keep shorter bang)

* Jaw if it's more square keep the front a little longer and softer around the ears, if it's more
narrow take the hair shorter above the jaw line then when it grows flip it way from the jaw to
give the illusion of width if needed.

* Hair grows about 1/2 an inch a month. Will your hair feel grown out in 3 1/2 to 4 weeks? Are
you able to spend more time with your hairdresser:)

Curlies

For curls I'm seeing color dusted in the ends, or color snaking throughout..as always highlights are popular and natural looks.

There are small layers throughout especially on top, in the sides, and bangs area for shape/style..In these curly styles look where the ends of the hair spring out all over to create the illusion of long balanced hair.

Girls have been playing a lot with bobby pins, headbands, and scarves:) I love curls!! Always remember wash your hair less and however it looks when it's wet is how it will look when it's dry..If it's not behaving how you want add a little water and reset!!

Mid length

Long Layers

Color

RED, RED, RED!!!
Solid ashy browns or Rich golden browns
Ombre blonds and brunettes that look natural like they have been at the beach all summer

every color you see in this blog post is a color I love:)

Styling

Headbands have become the accessory of choice this fall/winter..

Texture

The biggest trend is...Natural textures or perms worn down with product and scrunching water
throughout..These styles have also been enhanced with curling irons especially 1 1/2 to 2 inch (larger) barrel waves or flat iron waves to make sure the form and balanced of the curl is perfect..

This season hair looks effortless...And, the right cut/color/styling tricks can make that happen...

Happy Hair for 2012!!!

Nicole Linde's Art at Salon Capelli!!!!

Hi you guys,

Sorry I've been MIA on the blog world..But, it's been crazy busy at the salon pre Thanksgiving until probably after the New Year..You know it has been super fun, but not a lot of free time for blogging.. But, this is important so I'm staying up past my bedtime to share that we have Nicole Linde's artwork up at Salon Capelli now through mid January..So, even if you don't have time for a cut or color stop in and say hi and check out Nicole Linde's art..It's like a beautiful wintery dream...I think that's why I'm thinking about it before going to sleep..

Check out "Otter Moon" it's one of my favorite's on her site:)

And, I find out tomorrow if Germany then New York Fashion Week happens with the What's Next competition..Keep your fingers crossed..But, if it doesn't happen I have exciting backup plans, but you have to come into the salon for that story;)

Gym Hair

So, many of you know me as a hairstylist for fashion shows, weddings, photo shoots, and everyday beautiful salon hair... But, what about workout hair?

I've been going to the Portland Rock Gym and climbing outside a lot more. Gym hair has become a part of my life...I'm having so much fun with it!!

A few ideas...I can't believe I'm going to give a few of my secrets away in creating what looks like effortless, casual hair.

Perfect Ponytail

Jessica Biel's pony is done with her natural texture maybe a little iron to curl,
a little teasing in the crown I'm guessing hairspray in the ponytail for some texture/fullness,
and a small middle part..Love it:)

Step 1. Flat iron your hair

Step 2. Choose a hairband that does not distract from your hair or outfit unless that is your goal. I like small black rubberbands preferably with a fabric or soft covering, no metal to snag hair. I also love these cloth bands that I found at Urban Waxx..Great as a bracelet then in the hair:)



Step 3. Spray with a light flexible hairspray I love Pureology Strengthening Control this will tame any flyaways in the hairline. Spray in the direction you want the hair to sit kind of like blowing it into place with the fine mist. DO NOT SPRAY TOO CLOSE OR YOU WILL HAVE 90'S HARD HAIR PONYTAIL..not soft and pretty

Maria Sharapova keeps her ponytail neat by adding clips and bobbypins into the sides where layers fall out. The layers look beautiful when her hair is down, but it's nice to pin them back while competing.

Adam Bove Photography (Puppy Chow (5.12c) New River Gorge, WV

One of my very best college friends, Lydia Mcdonald. I love how her ponytail moves while she climbs. She is a curling iron master as well:) I remember cutting her hair long before I was a hairstylist at the Immaculate Consumption coffee house in Columbia, SC. Those were some good times...

Ponytail Options: leave your hair natural texture, curl it with an iron, CRIMP IT, tease the ponytail slightly, or tease the crown, make a part... middle, deep side part, structured or loose, add a bobby pin for direction, or a headband...Awesome Headbands at the new prAna store on 23rd.. only 1 of 3 stores in the country..We are so lucky to have prAna here in Portland!!!!


Headband/Scarves with natural texture of hair, curled, scrunched with a ton of water and hairspray or salt spray to get it curly or beachy, works best when it's warm or can dry fast so the curl can stay in it's form.. However your hair looks wet is probably how it will look when it dries so twist it for a little bend or comb it for a smooth finish.. .Try seeing what else your hair can do:)

Steph Davis, professional climber for prAna has her natural texture with a small headband to keep her bangs or layers out of her face. She is amazing, check out Steph's blog for climbing, base jumping, vegan cooking, and simple living . When she was in Portland I had the opportunity to cut her hair. She gave the advice.."When it's cold I wear my hair down, when it's hot I put it up." Simple. Beautiful.

Learning to Fly from steph davis on Vimeo.

Braids

And, when I climb... if my hair wasn't down I would love to wear it in this badass braid with a feather wrist band..I know it's not going to happen, but maybe when I climb in my dreams:)

I like this sweet, neat braid tied with a shred of fabric.

And, a fun bun.. Exercise should be fun, so the hair can be playful as well to match your mood. I like the loose pieces of this style and the high bun..This won' t fit under a helmet, so if you do this when you leave the house plan if you this style will function throughout your day:)

Venus and Serena Williams with a low bun/ponytail

Just turned on the TV, and the American Music Awards are on with Jennifer Lopez..I love award show hair! Watching this I realized some rock stars leave their hair down and wild while dancing on stage..It's pretty much an intense aerobics class. That's how I like to feel when I exercise, wild and free.