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Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Are you stuck in a color rut with your client? Every visit, it’s the same old routine: “retouch and a highlight.” Try to always give your client something to look forward to, says David Velasco, author of 101 Trade Secrets of a Haircolor Consultation. “Give her a vision of what the future could look like and suggest she change her color slightly with each season,” he suggests. “Like adding subtle highlights in the spring, which get heavier in the summer. In the fall, introduce warmer tones or reddish highlights, and then deepen the base for winter.” But how to initiate that color conversation is the tough part. David suggests something like this: “Hi Suzie! I’ve been thinking about your haircolor (already she’s impressed because you’ve been thinking about her even though you may have hundreds of other clients) and what I’d like to do when you come in for your…




I saw a young woman sitting in the waiting area of my salon. “You look familiar,” I said, and then introduced myself. “I’m Linda,” the girl said. “I work for you.” I could have died! Upon further conversation, I found out she cleaned the salon at night, so the only time I met her was at her interview. It was by far the most embarrassing moment of my life!

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Takashi, DJ Muldoon and Colin Caruso: You all inspire me every time I’m in your presence. I’ve been in the business for almost 28 years and have so much to learn. Thanks boys!

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Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Are you stuck in a color rut with your client? Every visit, it’s the same old routine: “retouch and a highlight.” Try to always give your client something to look forward to, says David Velasco, author of ... continue

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(Not So) Familiar Face

I saw a young woman sitting in the waiting area of my salon. “You look familiar,” I said, and then introduced myself. “I’m Linda,” the girl said. “I work for you.” I could have died! Upon further ... continue

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Takashi, DJ Muldoon and Colin Caruso: You all inspire me every time I'm in your presence. I've been in the business for almost 28 years and have so much to learn. Thanks boys! Marjorie Moore-Dow BTC Facebook Fan continue

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High-Fashion Floss

Think about the editorial hair of your dreams...thick, voluminous, cloud-like texture that defies gravity and lends an air of sophistication to your client's overall look. This look with wow factor attracts attention like a magnet, and it's ... continue

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The Pat-Down

After shampooing my male client, I walked behind him back to my chair. The towel around his neck started to fall down, so I went to grab it as it fell…and wound up grabbing his ass with ... continue

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(Not So) Familiar Face

(Not So) Familiar Face I saw a young woman sitting in the waiting area of my salon. “You look familiar,” I said, and then introduced myself. “I’m Linda,” the girl said. “I work for you.” I could have died! Upon further conversation, I found out she cleaned the salon at night, so the only time I met her was at her interview. It was ... continue

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To Sam Villa

I saw you at Premiere Orlando one year, and I was so impressed by your stage presence. I learned so much from you in just an hour, and I'll never forget it! Sandy R. Beluca BTC Facebook Fan continue

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Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes Are you stuck in a color rut with your client? Every visit, it’s the same old routine: “retouch and a highlight.” Try to always give your client something to look forward to, says David Velasco, author of 101 Trade Secrets of a Haircolor Consultation. “Give her a vision of what the future could look like and suggest she change her color slightly with each season,” he suggests. “Like adding subtle highlights in the spring, which get heavier in the summer. In the fall, introduce warmer tones or reddish highlights, and then deepen the base for winter.” But how to initiate ... continue

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