Vidal Sassoon was by far one of the most important influences in my career not to mention the industry of hairdressing. He revolutionized the art of hairdressing into what we have all become accustomed to today. However, I do need to clear up perhaps what may be the biggest misconception to what Sassoon himself called “wash and wear hair”.
So, back in the day and back in the day meant maybe before the very late 1950′s, woman went to salons and men went to barber shops. Most woman who could afford it would be weekly slaves to their salon. Getting your hair done required the use of not only toxic chemical treatments but styling products that were very drying and damaging to the hair and scalp. It was expected to leave the salon with chemical burns and even losing a lock or two of hair.
What Vidal Sassoon meant when he called hair “wash and wear” was if the hair was healthy and was cut correctly it would fall into beautiful geometric styles but using a hand held blow dryer instead of getting your hair set with rollers, waves or pin curls and foregoing a hooded hairdryer.
So Ladies please know that as much as you would like to just be able to shampoo, condition, shake your hair and go, there really is no such thing as “wash and wear hair”. You must put in the slightest effort if you want your hair to perform to its full potential. Perhaps even applying a styling product that is right for your hair type, texture and style.
In closing, RIP Vidal Sassoon you have definitely been a great inspiration.
Dr. Christine Stanko has been practicing dermatology in Bryn Mawr, PA since 2003. She is dedicated to excellence in comprehensive dermatological care. Dr. Stanko specializes in laser therapy, cosmetic dermatology and skin cancer surgery. She pursues the most advanced techniques and procedures, implementing the latest and most effective skin treatments for her patients. Dr. Stanko acquired her M.D. with High Distinction from the University of Nebraska, where she became a member of the National Medical Honor Society Alpha Omega Alpha. She served as Chief Resident in her last year of residency at Drexel Universities Dept. of Dermatology, where she is now an Assistant Clinical Professor. Dr. Stanko is currently certified by the American Board of Dermatology and on staff at Bryn Mawr Hospital. Her memberships include: American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology, and Philadelphia Dermatologic Society.
For all our clients with long hair we have a new line of shampoo and conditioner form Kerastase!!
Its the New Cristalline line! Specifically for long hair!
Throughout my years of doing hair one of the most common issues my clients have struggled with is managing an oily scalp with dry dehydrated ends. What often happens and this makes the issue worse instead of being a remedy, is shampooing daily with cleansers that tend to be too clarifying and making the ends become even more unmanageable and dehydrated.
Shu Uemura has just launched “Cleansing Oil Shampoo” an oil based shampoo that has been working out to be a great solution. How this works is the oil base of the shampoo actually attracts the oil from your scalp to help rebalance and give a thorough cleanse without stripping all the essential oils that you need to help keep your hair soft, supple and voluminous.
It still is important to treat dry and dehydrated ends separately. The ends need to be protected from heat such as blow-dryers, irons and everyday environmental hazards like UV rays. One of my favorite products that should be essential for almost every client with mid-length hair and longer and any type of chemically treated hair is the “Essenence Absolue” also from Shu Uemura. This multiuse elixir is for all hair types. Not only does it smooth and soften the ends it also nourishes, moisturizes and has UV protection while giving a high gloss weightless shine.
Hey Ladies….
Don’t you hate what this dry cold weather does to your hair? Well, Kerastase just launched this fabulous new product that will put an end to dull, fly away hair! Fibre Architecte when layered with one of the “Thermique” products or Shu Uemuras “Essence Absolue” (which happens to be my favorite) actually mends split ends and will make your hair look seamless.
This delicate formula transforms quickly into a rich thick foam that effectively draws out the impurities and build up on the scalp, without stripping he natural oils.
BEAUTY SECRET:
although ideal for all hair types on both men and women, This shampoo is perfect for flat, oily, and fine hair.
1. Loose french braid- A modern twist to the classic style we all know. Messy is in!! So dont ’t waste time trying to spray down fly aways or making the braid tight– instead loosly braid your hair & pull down a few small pieces from around your hairline to complete the look.
2.Loose Bun- Pull your hair back in a loose ponytail wherever you want your bun to lay. Twist your hair around the rubberband and bobbypin the bun to secure it.(Try our Shu Uemura Sheer Lacquer for a strong hold)
3.Loose beachy waves- Use a 1 1/4 inch curling iron. Take a medium sized section and wrap it around the iron. When the whole head is curled, use a dime sized amount of a smoothing lotion (Try our Kerastase Sublimateur Jour). Run your fingers through your hair to lossen the curls, then flip your head over and use our Bumble & Bumble Does It All hairspray to finish.