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A blog about hair stylists and their salon tools: shears, scissors, straighteners, and blow dryers, and how to use them best and where to find the cheapest prices.

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Caring for Colored Hair

Wed, 06/15/2011 - 3:57PM by mysalontools 0 Comments - 8 Views

hair color treatmentMany people don’t realize that colored hair requires special treatment. Too many people head to the salon for the hottest new colors or just to cover up some gray, only to return home and pick up the same beauty regimen they’ve always kept. If you color your hair for any reason, you must keep in mind that there are special treatments you’ll need to indulge in to keep your colors fresh and your hair healthy. This is especially true if you color your hair on a regular basis. Without the special treatments, you could find that your hair becomes irreparably damaged.

Conditioners that are specially formulated for colored hair are of paramount importance. These are usually the most effective when they’re purchased from the salon where your hair is colored. Many of the conditioners in the stores contain chemicals that could react badly with your new color, even if they are marked especially for colored hair. This is also true for several of the shampoos that are meant to be especially for dyed hair, too. You could find that these shampoos strip the new color from your hair much more quickly than a salon brand specifically formulated for colored hair would.

It’s a great idea to find some intensive conditioners (Benefits of Salon Brands) to use on your newly dyed hair at least once per week. Even one color treatment can be quite harsh on your hair, and that could leave your hair parched and brittle without the proper care. You can ask your hairdresser to recommend some brands if you have never purchased a deep conditioner before. There are also many benefits to a hair mask, which is quite similar to a deep conditioner.

If you are given extra instructions by your stylist, it is imperative that you follow them.  Leaving the shampoo bowl doesn't necessarily mean the process ends. It can be easy to let things slide after a time, but it is much better for your hair’s health in the long run if you keep up with any particular regimens that are assigned to you. You will notice a difference in the health of your hair immediately, and that will allow you to continue any processing at a later date. Without the proper products, you could find that your hair becomes brittle and prone to breakage after a very short time, and that could put an end to any future colors and procedures that you want to try for your hair.



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Choosing The Right Styling Tools

Wed, 06/08/2011 - 10:02AM by mysalontools 0 Comments - 25 Views

When you’re choosing hot tools for your hair, there are several things you should keep in mind. There are plenty of straighteners, curling irons, and hair dryers available at your local department store, but you should know everything you can about them before you make a purchase. You may find that a professional model is better for you in the long run, even if it costs you a little more money. The most important thing is to keep the health of your hair in mind.


When it comes to curling irons, you will see that there are several different sizes available. Depending on the styles you’re looking for, you may find that you need more than one curling iron. Shorter hair requires a smaller barrel. Longer hair, however, could use almost any size. Tighter curls will need the smaller barrel, while looser waves are created by the larger curling irons. If you want to keep the style throughout the day, you will need irons that give you higher temperatures. It’s not easy to find professional curling irons without seeking out salons, but you might find them at a department store. You can always ask your stylist if you have questions.

Flat irons are a bit different. It is important to look for specific features with a straightener, especially if you want to keep the ends of your hair in good repair. It is vitally important to check for flat irons that have protective coating on the metals plates. These will help to protect your hair better than any you can find in department stores. If you really want to get a great style, you should get a straightener that reaches high temperatures. It might seem counterintuitive, but using the exceptionally hot straighteners means that you can get your desired shine and style the first time. Otherwise, you could end up running the iron over your hair several times, and that’s where the damage comes in.

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Before using any of these hair tools, you should protect your hair with heat treatment serums or lotions. In this case, there are actually plenty available at the drugstore, but as always, the professional salon equipment brands will always be better for your hair. Match the serum you choose with the type of hair you have or you could end up with greasy results. To finish the look, use an anti-frizz serum or cream to seal the cuticle and add even more shine.

 



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Top 10 Joewell Shears to Enhance your Hair Cutting Skills

Sat, 04/30/2011 - 5:54AM by mysalontools 0 Comments - 65 Views

Hair shears are the most precious possession of a hair stylist. A hair stylist in a salon can not do much without good hair shears. If it comes to hair styling, hair shears are the first thing that are considered. Therefore, to give the most desired look, one should use good quality and modern Joewell shears and Joewell scissors. Below listed are top 10 shears that, being a hair stylist, you must include in your kit;


Joewell Supreme Cobalt SCS, Joewell Craft-01 Series, Joewell Supreme Cobalt SCC, Joewell Convex Series, Joewell Titanium TR Series, Joewell JXR Series, Joewell Classic Convex Series,Joewell Classic K Series have convex blades whereas Joewell FX Pro Series has sword blade and Joewell JT FSR Swivel Series has 27 cutter teeth.

All above listed Joewell shears and Joewell scissors are made of highest quality stainless steel. These have sharp edges and are available in comfortable offset handles to give a firm and right grip to the user while cutting hair. Not only attractive in their looks, they are highly functional, sharp and can be used for a lifetime, if not lost. Each of the Joewell shears and Joewell scissors is known for giving different style to one’s hair and can be used creatively by the hair stylist.


If you are a beginner or just have started your career as a hair stylist, going for Joewell shears and Joewell hair cutting scissors is an intelligent move taken by you. Also, the different types of blades used in the shears like convex, bevel, sword and teeth can help your customer look like never before. As these shears come in different shapes and sizes, used for different purposes, the hair cutting shears, along with razors, styling comb, hair clips and oil for the shears, together make the task of cutting and styling of hair more interesting and fun.


This article tells about the best shears and scissors available in the market to be used by hair stylists. These shears and scissors help give a person get different hair styles by different blades used in the shears and scissors.



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The Ultimate Kamisori Shears Available in the Market

Wed, 04/27/2011 - 11:40PM by mysalontools 0 Comments - 32 Views

To complete one's look, everyone needs a superb hairstyle and hair stylists are Gods to them who want perfect hair. These hairstylists use very special tools to do their job. Their search for the best of the best shears and scissors never stops. To make it easy for them, here we discuss why some of the ultimate scissors and shears are made by Kamisori, the world leader in shears and scissors.

 

 

The best feature of every Kamisori scissor and Kamisori shears is that they are handmade and thats why each kamisori shear is unique. Materials like stainless steel, cobalt-steel alloy and V10 Japanese steel ensures the product's longevity.

 

Every Kamisori scissor is designed by very experienced senior metal craftsmen who make these scissors well balanced and sharp as a samurai sword. Their kamisori scorpian texturizer and kamisori jewel texturizer are just few examples of that. It’s the dream of every hairstylist to having one of these beauties. All celebrity hairstylist use these and their love for kamisori shears is never ending. Those who don't have a kamisori emerald shear or kamisori cobra shear or kamisori champion shear fantasize of owning them.


All Kamisori scissors are made into two stages. The blades and flexible ring size handles are made separately and then are welded together which makes them light as feather. Kamisori jewel texturizer and kamisori black diamond texturizer are examples to name just a few. They are designed in very ergonomically way. Even after a whole day of working with kamisori atlantic jewel texturizer, kamisori orca texurizer and kamisori smoke shears for cutting, trimming and texturising, the stylists don't feel any tiredness.

Along with all these qualities the other thing which make these kamisori scissors an investment and a priced possession of every Hollywood hairstylist are its affordable prices. So when are you getting your pair of kamisori shears?

 

This article explains the various qualities which make kamisori scissors so popular in the world of hairstylists. It will also educate you as why kamisori shears are the best.



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Best Short Hairstyles for 2009

Thu, 09/10/2009 - 3:00PM by mysalontools 0 Comments - 212 Views

This post is brought to you by the great people at MySalonTools.com, they have all of the best salon supplies and hairstyling tools at the lowest prices online. They are offering a $10 off $80 coupon "WELCOME18" for all first-time customers. The coupon doesn't last long and is even valid on bonika shears!

For those of you looking for the newest hairstyles of 2009, you needn't look any futher. We have a collection of the best short haircuts from celebrities this year. All these beautiful girls cut their long locks and transformed themselves into short haired beauties.

Girls looking to cut their hair this summer need not look any futher. These are the best short haircuts you can find this year. We have the bob, the jagged bangs and many more. We have pictures of Rihanna, Paris Hilton, the girl from Big Love, Posh Spice and Jessica Alba.

Who has your favorite haircut? If you're looking for the best prices on bonika shears you need not look any further online.



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How To Find The Best Shears for a Stylist

Sun, 08/30/2009 - 8:06PM by mysalontools 0 Comments - 3,341 Views

 

Shears are the hairdresser's design tool of choice. When you have a great pair of scissors, you can craft seemingly any haircut. As a stylist, you can use your artistic talent to completely remake any of your clients, and it is your job and your duty to make sure you give your clients the exact look they're looking for. But how do you know which salon scissors are best for you? Salon scissors can cost thousands of dollars, and finding the right pair can often be complicated and confusing. As salon experts, we put together your list of how to find the best scissors for you.

The beveled blades have a serrated edge and are ideal for layer cuts, tapered cuts, and the "salon shears over the comb" cuts that are popular for barbers.

For the clean, flawless or smooth looking styles, you maybe will want to look at the convex blades. They are curved and are ideal for slide cutting or cutting along as you move your hands.

There are a number of different hand grips to consider as well. If as a salon professional and you cut with your thumb and middle finger, you will want to use the opposing grip professional shears. They have finger grips that are the same length and symmetrical to the center screw.

For cutting with your thumb and ring finger, professional hairdressers will want to look at the offset holding. The offset finger grips have a short thumb handle and a longer finger handle. They allow us as a hairdresser to move your hands naturally in fluid movements and are ideal for stylists who want to have a natural handle on their professional scissors.

For the most open cut, you will want to look at the crane finger patterns. They have an angled thumb and a long finger handle, allowing for less strain on the wrist and shoulder.

If you are looking for the greatest versatility, you will want to look for standard thumb shears. They have a removable and reversible finger resting attachment that can go on either the left or right side of the shear. Also, this shear can be used with both your right hand or left-hand.

The most comfortable shear grip is the cutaway grip. It doesn't have a reversible finger resting piece, so it allows your thumb to be more free and not get cramped.

For a large freedom of movement, the anatomic thumb allows your thumb to move around because it has a rounded structure, allowing your thumb to naturally curve around it. This is very similar to the flexibility offered by the cutaway thumb shear.

To reduce hand and wrist strain, you will want to look at the rotating thumb scissors. They are the latest advancement in the Cosmetology industry and have an open hand design, which reduces thumb "travel" and creates a much more comfortable experience for the hairdresser or barber.