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COLOR SERIES: Ash Blonde- Mollie King, Cara Delevingne, Tyra Banks
Ash blonde hair has been seen on celebrities and supermodels across the globe recently. Some of our favorite celebrities, such as Cara Delevingne, Tyra Banks, and Mollie King, have rocked this look for years. The color has that natural pretty vibe to it, and we are going to show you exactly how to choose the perfect shade of ash blonde that will work for you.
Light Ash Blonde: Mollie King
The lightest ash blonde will often have tones of white, and if it is super light, it may even reflect tones of green or blue (very subtle-don’t worry!). Ladies with pale skin tones as well as ladies with rosy undertones to their skin will totally rock this look. If your hair naturally carries warm tones of blonde or red then going light ash blonde can be a process, but it can definitely be done. Keeping up with the proper care for your hair is what is going to keep you looking like a gorgeous ice queen. Be sure to use a shampoo and conditioner that will add shine to your hair, as well as toning with a purple shampoo. Our girl Mollie King pulls off light ash blonde like a star.
Medium Ash Blonde: Cara Delevingne
Cara Delevingne had the ultimate “model off-duty” look. Her gorgeous, natural looking hair color is a huge part of what makes her look come off so effortless. Medium ash blonde hair works on most skin tones, and because it still has some warm undertones in it, it can be a great option for people who have natural, brunette hair. Taking care of your medium ash blonde hair is super important, like any hair color, to the longevity of your color. Keeping your hair hydrated and silky smooth with a hydrating shampoo and conditioner, along with a weekly tone of purple shampoo, will keep your hair from looking dull.
Dark Ash Blonde: Tyra Banks
Even ladies whose hair is naturally very dark brown or black can rock a shade in the ash blonde family. Our girl Tyra Banks has pulled off a variety of hair colors, but dark, ash blonde is definitely our favorite look on her. With the perfect balance of warm undertones, and her beautiful dark skin tone, this supermodel looks gorgeous even when she is off-duty. This color is a great option for ladies with dark hair who want to lighten up their look for the summer time. It is warm, summery, and a gorgeous option. Much like medium ash blonde, keeping your hair hydrated in order to not look dull is very important with this color.
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COLOR SERIES: Platinum Blonde- Gwen Stafani
Platinum Blonde hair is one of those looks that definitely turns heads. Not everyone can pull off this bold look, but those that can, totally rock it. Gwen Stafani is the queen of platinum blonde. This is definitely her signature look and she pulls it off with ease, but not without some serious maintenance and attitude. Platinum blonde is not for the faint of heart or for those who don’t like to spend tons of time keeping their hair looking fabulous. This look is probably one of the most high maintenance colors you can pick, but with the correct care and colorist you can look like a gorgeous ice queen.
Who Can Pull This Off?
Platinum blonde hair color definitely works best on ladies with fair skin. The contrast between fair skin and platinum blonde really looks lovely and not too drastic. Sometimes platinum blonde can look too “fake”, but this is usually because the hair is the wrong shade of blonde for that person’s skin tone. Gwen Stafani’s fair skin tone allows her to rock the platinum blonde look with ease. For skin that has a bit more of a yellow undertone to it, but is still fair, and icy, pale platinum would look best. The icy, pale color will balance out the yellow in the skin so that the hair and the skin do not look like the same color.
Caring for Platinum
If you are wanting to take the plunge and rock the platinum blonde look, you have to be ready for some serious maintenance. The most simple step to do it right is to use a good shampoo and conditioner. You want to be sure you are using a toning duo, either a purple or silver colored set. These products will help to keep your hair free of brassiness and it will help your hair look bright and shiny! Next, because going platinum can be extremely damaging to your hair, you want to make sure you are keeping your hair hydrated and healthy. Taking daily vitamins for your hair as well as giving it plenty of deep conditioning treatments will help your hair look its best. This hair color requires frequent root touch-ups to keep your hair looking fresh, so make sure you are aware of the commitment before stepping into the world of platinum. Limiting the amount of times a week you wash your hair will also do wonders by keeping your hair color looking fresh.
Gwen is definitely our platinum blonde inspiration and she rocks this look with some serious attitude. So, take a tip from Gwen and be bold with your look. If you want to rock this look, give it a try and be confident. Show us your fabulous platinum look or your favorite platinum celebrity on social media. Tweet us @jfrancisbeauty and tag us on Instagram @johnfrancisbeauty!
Color Series: SILVER
Silver hair has been a major trend so far in 2016. This extremely cool-toned color has been seen in magazines, celebrities, and basically all over the internet, and has been dubbed the hot color of the moment. The color seems to have got its start after people were tired of their hair becoming brassy and yellow when they had it dyed blonde. With silver hair, the hair is practically white, and shows no sign of brassiness or yellow. The maintenance of silver hair can be very intense, but we have some great tips for you on how to pull off this look.
Committing to the Color
Going silver is definitely a big commitment. It takes a bold soul to pull off silver hair, especially since prior to the emergence of the trend of silver hair, it seemed to be only reserved for the elderly. Rocking silver hair is a brave move, but we know your can do it. Once you are mentally committed to the silver hair trend, you must learn the actual up-keep it takes to keep your locks looking soft, shiny, and silver. Depending on what color your hair started out as before going silver will determine how long and difficult it will be to get your hair to that perfect shade of silver. Let’s just say, you might be having several, long trips to the salon, but it will be worth it.
Maintaining Your Color
Silver hair requires lots of maintenance, but if you have the time and energy it will be no big deal. Keeping your hair out of the brassy, yellow zone will be your biggest challenge. We definitely suggest buying a purple, toning shampoo to help keep your color looking awesome. You can find purple, toning shampoo at any beauty supply store or online, and it definitely will be worth adding one more product into your beauty routine. We also recommend limiting the amount of time you take to wash your hair and make sure to keep your hair very hydrated. Also, drink lots of water and treat your hair with coconut oil treatment once a week.
We have a feeling this trend will be around for a while, so if you have been wanting to try it out, just go for it. Silver hair is definitely the “cool girl” look of the moment, and we are huge fans. Are you rocking silver hair?! Send us a photo on Twitter (@jfrancisbeauty) and Instagram (@johnfrancisbeauty)!
Hydrated, Gorgeous Hair Like Selena Gomez
Summer is approaching, which means nothing but sun, sand, and saltwater. Taking care of your hair in the warmer months is essential to being able to have silky, hydrated hair in the cooler months of the year just like Selena Gomez. We know you love a good beach day lounging in the sun and cooling off in the ocean, so here are some ways to take care of your locks while having fun in the sun and salt this summer!
First step to hydrated, summer hair like Selena is to get rid of the alcohol. Now, before you freak out- NO we do not mean the type your drink. Feel free to have that margarita on the beach girl. We are talking about the drying, chemical filled alcohol that is in so many hair products. Alcohol can be extremely damaging to your hair, especially in the summer months when your hair is usually a bit more dry from the sun and saltwater. Alcohol-free products are not actually that hard to find, and you hair will thank you for using them. Don’t worry, we will show you exactly which products to use in our next post. Stay tuned!
2. Rinse out that Salt (+ Chlorine)
Who hasn’t spent the entire day at the beach or the pool and waited until they got home to wash their hair. Everybody, right?! Well, taking an extra few minutes before your leave the water location you were in can really save your hair from extra damage. Both saltwater and chlorine are extremely drying to your hair and the longer they sit in your hair, the more damage they can cause. The next time you leave the beach or the pool try rinsing your hair out with bottled water. The minerals from the bottled water will help re-hydrate your hair so the next time you wash and blow-dry your hair, it will look healthy, sexy, and soft- just like our girl Selena.
3. Hydrate that Hair
During the summer it is important that you hydrate your hair inside and out. Be sure to drink TONS of water, especially if you are going to be in the sun all day. Another great way to hydrate your hair after putting it through hours in the sun is to have a girl’s night, put on some face masks, and soak your hair in coconut oil. Leave the coconut oil on as long as you can (you can even wear it overnight), give your hair a nice wash, and trust us- you will feel a difference in your hair.
We hope you enjoyed this post. We have lots of fun summer hair tips coming soon, so be sure to check back soon and follow us on our social media outlets.
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COLOR SERIES: Warm Blonde (Blake Lively, Kim Kardashian, Amanda Seyfried)
Warm blonde is one of the most common shades across Hollywood all year round. Celebrities such as Blake Lively, Kim Kardashian, and Amanda Seyfried wear their blonde locks beautifully and their stylists definitely know how to give a gal the perfect shade of warm blonde. From light, warm blonde to dark, warm blonde, every girl can give this go-to Hollywood look a try. Keep on reading for tips and tricks for everything warm blonde.
Picking the perfect shade:
Blonde can be tricky to pull off if you go for the wrong shade,so knowing your skin color and undertones is really helpful. Women with a medium skin tone tend to look best in a warm blonde shade. The warm undertones in their skin really glows with a warm-toned hair color. Blake Lively is the perfect example of a “glowing warm blonde”. Her hair is always the perfect shade for that skin tone, and it has such a natural warmth to it. Isn’t that what we all want, ladies? The secret to her effortless, beachy look is to have several different shades of perfectly blended warm tones with the slightest ombré towards the bottom of the hair. Kim Kardashian has been quite daring with her hair the past few years, and we personally loved her warm blonde, ombré look. Her medium, golden skin looked gorgeous with her ombré hair. The darker roots helped to break up the harshness of the look and add depth to her skin, and it really made her look like a glowing, summer goddess. Amanda Seyfried has actually rocked the same color for years now, and we still can’t get enough. Her solid, all-over warm blonde has become her signature color. Amanda is the perfect example of healthy, blonde hair. Whatever this gal does in her hair care routine needs to be shared now- we definitely approve!
Caring for Your Sunny Locks:
Caring for blonde hair is pretty much the same across the board. Keep your hair hydrated and nourished to get the most time out of your locks. Be sure to tone your hair once a week to keep that extra brassy color out of your hair (especially with a warm tone). Drink plenty of water and add a shine spray occasionally to really make that blonde color pop! What celebrity has your favorite blonde look? Let us know at Instagram @johnfrancisbeauty and
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Workout to Work + On-The-Go Essentials
No time in between your morning workout and heading to the office? No worries! Summer is coming and we know you are working hard to get your workout in. So we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know to look put together after your workout. Everything from hair styles to on-the-go essentials is all here, so keep on reading and be sure to leave us a comment letting us know your thoughts.
Keeping a few hair essentials in your bag will make your life a whole lot easier when you are rushing from the gym to the office. Dry shampoo is the most important item you can have with you when doing your hair after a workout. If you got a bit sweaty or you need some volume and life in your hair, then this will do the trick. Plus, it will make your hair look fresh and clean. Using non-creasing hair ties when you are working out will also save you a ton of trouble when you go to take out that ponytail after your workout. You can also keep a few in your essentials bag for emergencies. Flexible hold hair spray is another great product to have with you after a work out. If your hair is being hard to manage or you have some extra fly-aways from working so hard during your yoga class, spray a bit of hair spray on your final, work look and you will be all set. Our final recommended essential is a wooden brush. These magical brushes distribute your hair’s oils throughout your head and make your hair look shiny and healthy.
Sleek Top-Knot
A chic top-knot is definitely at the top of our list for “perfect post-workout hairstyles.” Simply take your hair out of the style you had for your workout and add lots of dry shampoo to your hairline and your crown. Let this soak in and use a wooden brush to smooth your hair all over. Then, give us your best top-knot and finish off with a bit of hairspray and you are ready to take on the day looking professional and chic.
Messy Braid
The messy braid is perfect for camouflaging when your hair is looking a bit dirty. Add lots of dry shampoo and create the braid of your choice. The dry shampoo will help with keeping your braid in place throughout the day. This is the perfect look for running errands after the gym or picking the kids up from school.
Polished Pony Tail
The polished pony tail is another perfect look for your post-workout life. It takes minutes and looks beautiful — what more could you want?! After your workout, add lots of dry shampoo to your crown and hairline. Put your hair in a semi-high ponytail and brush the tail with your wooden brush. Then take a piece of hair from the ponytail, about an inch wide, and wrap it around your hair elastic. Pin it underneath the ponytail, finish with some hair spray, and you have a completed beautiful look.
Celebrity Spotlight: Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid
It’s no secret that Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid are two of the hottest models of the moment. It seems these two are always in the spotlight, and they are always looking fabulous. Their effortless, “model-off-duty” looks when they aren’t working are flawless, and they are actually really easy to recreate.
These two BFFs seem to constantly be twinning with their style, and one of their major trends of the moment is wearing their hair straight with a baseball cap. This look is super chic, but very casual. You instantly look put together and ready to take on a busy day. All you need is a good blow-out and a baseball cap and you are ready to rock this look!
The slicked-back, middle part hair style is also a look that these two rock very frequently. This look can be worn super casual or for a night out! Simply part your hair down the center and slick the sides back behind your ears using some strong-hold hair spray or mouse. It’s super stylish, chic, and easy!
Both Kendall and Gigi are always seen sporting sleek top-knots and high ponytails. These girls really know how to pull off a simple style and make it look super chic. Top-knots and ponytails are basic hair styles that you can easily recreate. Be sure to use the correct products for your hair, whether that be mouse or hair spray, to get that super sleek, frizz-free look.
These girls give us major hair inspiration. Whether they are on the cat walk or on the streets of New York, these girls always look fabulous! What celebrity inspires your hair looks? We want to know! Tag us on Instagram @johnfrancisbeauty and Twitter @jfrancis beauty!
Go One More Day Without Washing Your Hair
If you are trying to grow your hair out, or just trying to get your hair back to health, then you probably know that not washing your hair everyday is a huge help in these situations. The plus side to letting your hair gather a bit of dirt and grease, is that there are plenty of options for rocking your third-day hair. Grab your dry shampoo and give these looks a try. We can’t wait to see you recreate these awesome hairstyles.
#1: Double French Braids
This look is super chic and a bit sporty, so it is perfect for running errands, and keeping your hair out of your face. The Kardashians have sort of coined this look, featuring it all over their social media platforms. You can wear the braids tighter, so pull them apart a bit for more of a boho look. The best part about this look is that when your hair is a bit dirty, it holds the style much better and you don’t have to worry about your braids coming undone during the day. Check out these gorgeous braids looks for inspiration.
#2: Messy Bun
This is definitely the go-to hairstyle for most people when they are dealing with third-day hair. Have you ever noticed that your messy buns look amazing on the day you decide to wash your hair? Well, why not add some dry shampoo and make that style last one more day? This is the perfect look for work or play, and it looks absolutely adorable (plus, it is right on trend). People will be totally envious of your perfect, messy bun, but it’s up to you to tell them your secret. We love how these buns are perfectly messy and chic!
#3: Texturized Waves
Adding some texture to your hair on the day before it’s wash time is a really great way to prolong the wear of your style. Simply add some dry shampoo to your roots and the crown of your head to give it a bit of a lift, and then add the texture of your choice. A wand, curling iron will give you amazing beach waves. When you are done, either add some sea-salt spray to amp up the texture, or add some hairspray, and you are all set. Beach waves are always in style, and are always beautiful. These textured looks are definitely our inspiration.
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