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Don OrlandoU.S.
Available
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25 years experience in all aspects of hair color. I am the Color Director at a well known NYC salon. Member of the American Board Certified Hair Colorists. I will try to answer any and all questions pertaining to hair color and hair color correction in a direct and timely fashion. | |
HairmanU.S.
Available
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I have been a Licensed cosmetologist in New York state for over 26 years, and am well versed in many areas of the cosmetology and appearance enhancement profession.Specialties however, are hair colour, corrective colour and permanent waving,including the chemical and technical aspects of these services and their effects on the hair.I`m glad to consult on any problems you are having concerning your hair.If I don`t have the answer, I`ll try to get it for you. | |
CANDIE KALUGINU.S.
On Vacation
returns 02/15/2012 |
Can answer questions regarding haircoloring, haircare, retail products, haircutting, hairstyling and perms. Can not answer questions regarding hair straightners (chemical) and hair extentions. |
Hannah, I would have to see a pic of u and your hair to decide how dark u can go. But if u want to cover up the hilites use Clairol Second Nature mixed with equal amts of 20 vol creme peroxide. Apply
Jordan, This is most likely irritation from the lotion dripping. Baby lotion will not help. A cortizone cream will stop the itching and help it heal. This usually goes away in a few days when it happens
Angie, Fine, thin straight hair does not do well with a lot of layering. Maybe only at the edges for a bit of movement, otherwise you will thin it out more. shampoos and conditioners won't really help
Jordan, For your length and desired curl, you may not need a spiral. remember, spiral perming is a technique for perming hair, not an effect produced, which most people seem to confuse. It is a technique
Mona, YOur hair shold always be clarified and conditioned in preparation for perming. This gets rid of any coatings and also maintains the moisture balance and condition before the perm. As to which
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