Emerson Salon - Capitol Hill Seattle » Hair Products http://emersonsalon.com Capitol Hill, Seattle Hair Salon (cuts and color) Mon, 21 May 2012 02:59:44 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Check out Perfection SmoothOut http://emersonsalon.com/2012/01/check-out-perfection-smoothout.html http://emersonsalon.com/2012/01/check-out-perfection-smoothout.html#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:21:55 +0000 Matt http://emersonsalon.com/?p=4388

“Sleek, smooth, manageable hair is now possible without risk. Achieve perfect hair effortlessly with the Perfection SmoothOut. Perfection SmoothOut is a new patent-pending innovation that instantly and safely transforms coarse, frizzy, hair to smooth and superbly shiny with results lasting 8-12 weeks. Perfection SmoothOut employs a proprietary nano-amino acid complex that virtually alters the internal textural memory of the hair fiber to transform it to a smoother, frizz-free state. Why stop at great, when you can have Perfection?” (Source)

We just started carrying this new smoothing product. It’s comparable to the “Brazilian Blowout”, but, safe without the formaldehyde! I’m excited to have this safer version. This works great for people with frizzy or uneven textures. The cost is $180 for medium to long hair, but, for the next month I’ll do it for half off. That’s just $90!!

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]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2012/01/check-out-perfection-smoothout.html/feed 0 A Test of Time: Moroccanoil http://emersonsalon.com/2011/08/a-test-of-time-moroccanoil.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/08/a-test-of-time-moroccanoil.html#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 01:30:32 +0000 Jordan http://emersonsalon.com/?p=4063


Since the early Egyptians, oils have proved to be an effective remedy for many problems, Moroccanoil is one hair care product (among other oils sold here at Emerson Salon) that you can rely on that does just that. Moroccanoil is an all-natural hair treatment, composed of vitamin rich Argan oil, and is good for all hair types. From curly to straight hair types, to those of us with damaged hair, Moroccanoil will help you restore your hair to its natural glory. Featured in the fall issue of Out (an LGBT friendly magazine) this is what they had to say about Moroccanoil, “Celebrities and industry experts are buzzing about Moroccanoil for its ability to instantly heal damaged hair, restore it’s luster, and make it silkier to the touch.” Among the ability to breathe life back into damaged or unruly hair, Moroccanoil also has the strength to stand up to your curling iron, flat iron, and blow-dryer. If you are looking for a great hair product for your specific hair needs then look no further; Moroccanoil has you covered from root to tip.

 

Post by Robert

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/08/a-test-of-time-moroccanoil.html/feed 0 Hair by Franz: Lorena’s Cut and Curl http://emersonsalon.com/2011/07/hair-by-franz-lorenas-cut-and-curl.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/07/hair-by-franz-lorenas-cut-and-curl.html#comments Sun, 03 Jul 2011 18:33:33 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=3718

Lorena came in to get her hair cut by me last week. This was a really fun cut to do because I got to witness a dramatic change. Lorena has a lot of hair and she didn’t have a lot of layers. Combine these with the fact that she has curly hair naturally means that she had a huge amount of hair.

When we cut her hair, we cut her shortest layers to fall at her lips so to relieve a lot of weight and bulk and show off her natural texture a bit better. I wouldn’t recommend this for people with more straight hair or thinner heads of hair because it will more than likely remove too much hair and make it look even more thin.

When we curled her hair, we wanted to get her looking good for her trip to the beach. After we washer her with Alterna Bamboo Anti-Frizz shampoo and Conditioner, our products de jour were Kevin.Murphy Motion.Lotion, to fight frizz and enhance her curl, Kevin.Murphy Damage.Manager, to protect her hair from the heat, and Kevin.Murphy Hair.Resort Spray to help give her curls a bit more of a beach texture.

When we curled her hair we left a few inches out of her roots and ends and just wrapped the hair down around an open curling iron in large horizontal sections. Once the hair was too hot to touch, we let the hair down and let it cool. Once the head was completed and cooled we broke up the curls with out fingers lightly and sprayed the Hair.Resort on the hair.

Do you think this look works for you? Have any questions? Feel free to book an appointment with me by calling 206-323-7437 or booking online at Emersonsalon.com or emersonsalon@gmail.com

Post by Franz

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/07/hair-by-franz-lorenas-cut-and-curl.html/feed 0 My Favorite Products: The MoroccanOil Oil Treatment http://emersonsalon.com/2011/05/my-favorite-products-the-moroccanoil-oil-treatment.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/05/my-favorite-products-the-moroccanoil-oil-treatment.html#comments Tue, 31 May 2011 18:56:36 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=3215

A few weeks ago I lifted my hair from a medium brown with red streaks to a light blond, attempting to get a color that was closer to my natural. It ended up becoming a color correction, but the results were gorgeous! But the processes put on my already very processed hair left it wanting a bit of TLC. This is when I turn to MoroccanOil products.


The MoroccanOil Oil Treatment is my best friend. It not only is a great prep product to compliment almost any style, but it conditions and strengthen’s over-processed hair. An added perk for anyone who doesn’t like spending a lot of time drying their hair in the morning, MoroccanOil Oil Treatment reduces drying time!

After having used it for two weeks religiously, my hair feels noticeably healthier and stronger. I recommend this product to anyone who is concerned about damage or wants beautiful smooth hair.

Pick up yours at Emerson Salon, today!

Post by Franz

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/05/my-favorite-products-the-moroccanoil-oil-treatment.html/feed 0 The Kevin Murphy & Alterna Products I Love! http://emersonsalon.com/2011/05/the-kevin-murphy-alterna-products-i-love.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/05/the-kevin-murphy-alterna-products-i-love.html#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 21:10:52 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=3254

There are so many professional product lines out there and so many products within each line that it may be hard to know what to use and how to use them. I decided to pick my favorite products I use on myself and tell you how I use them!

Products to protect and hydrate your hair:


Kevin.Murphy Damage.Manager:I started using this product because of the smell! It is a great heat/environmental protector, which is something you should be using every day in order to keep your hair healthy and smelling great. I cocktail this with Leave-in.Luxury in damp hair to make my blow out last longer, and it leaves my hair looking shinny and smooth.


Kevin.Murphy Leave-in.Luxury: I started using this to keep my ends healthy as I grow it out. I always see women coming in with hair they are trying to grow out but the last 3 inches are split and dry! Mine aren’t! This is a great leave-in conditioner that will hydrate and protect your hair, leaving it soft and tangle free. If you just use a little bit in damp hair it won’t weigh your hair down. You can also put it in your hair with a little of the Alterna Texture Glaze to keep curls looking great!

Products for beach waves:


Kevin.Murphy Hair.Resort: This product can be used a few different ways. I use it in damp hair to get the beach texture look, but it works great when you put it in damp hair and blow dry it! It will give you good hold to any blow dry style and is great to hold a formal style! Like all of Kevin.Murphy products, it smells great, kind of tropical!


Alterna Texture Glaze: I use this product a few ways. Most of the time I scrunch it in my hair damp and simply let it hair dry! It works great to show texture and give a little hold. Also, it helps control the frizz you get when you let your hair air dry. You can put it dry hair simply to hold down frizz. Cocktail it with any other product when your hair is wet to give a little extra hold and definition for a blow out style.

Finishing products:


Alterna Caviar Working Hairspray: This is hands down the best hairspray I have come across in my years of hairstyling. It is light weight but still gives a good amount of hold. It doesn’t flake or make your hair crunchy. My favorite thing about it is the smell! I use it every day to hold down my fly aways and to make sure all my styles have a little more hold for our crazy weather here in Seattle!


Kevin.Murphy Easy.Rider: I don’t use this product on myself often, but I use it on many of my clients so I decided to add it to my list of favorites. This product is an anti-frizz cream. I use it to show texture in a hair style without putting in too much hold. It controls the puffy look clean hair has, but you can still put your hands through your hair still! You can also use it for longer curly hair. It keeps the curl hydrated and bouncy. I also use it to finish a curled style. I smooth it through my hair to help separate curl, making it look more relaxed and natural.


Kevin.Murphy Fresh.Hair: If I was stranded on an island and could only have one hair product I would have to pick this one! It is an aerosol dry shampoo! Spray it in at your roots to dry up excess oils. It also will take out the smell of the bar from last night! You can also spray it all over to add texture and body to your hair!

Want to try out some of these products? Head over to Emerson Salon today!

Post by Ellen

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/05/the-kevin-murphy-alterna-products-i-love.html/feed 0 What to Do with Hair Product Allergies? http://emersonsalon.com/2011/04/what-to-do-with-hair-product-allergies.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/04/what-to-do-with-hair-product-allergies.html#comments Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:00:10 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=2992

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Many people these days are suffering with chemical sensitivities and allergies. Yulia is just one of my clients who is allergic to hair products. Emerson Salon carries a variety of shampoos and conditioners that are gluten, paraben, sulfate, glycerin, and mineral oil free; however, many products on the market are not free of these ingredients. NOTE!: Without using product, you most likely won’t be able to get your hair to do everything you want it too. But with proper communication with your stylist you can make a look that will work with your sensitivities.

I asked Yulia to smell the shampoo that I would be using on her hair first. She said it was fine, so I proceeded in using one of the shampoos that are free of most things people are sensitive to. Sometimes people have multiple chemical sensitivities that affect not just their bodies but also their cognitive abilities and emotions and therefore cannot express or identify that a product is affecting them. That means that finding the right products for you.

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When a client cannot use any styling product in their hair, the haircut is the finished product. The haircut is the style, so the haircut has to be technically good and the texture has to be added to
the haircut design by the stylist. It has to look good without product and it will look the same way all the time.

Yulia wanted a layered bob, which can be a technically difficult haircut to do on anyone. I took my time and worked with her hair texture to create a beautiful layered bob that does not need hair product to support the style. Her hair was dried with a hair dryer using medium heat, so as to not aggravate her scalp.

Have more questions about whether certain products are for you? Come book a consultation with Lancer at Emerson Salon, today!

Post by Lancer

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/04/what-to-do-with-hair-product-allergies.html/feed 0 Hair Tip of the Day: Protein and Moisture http://emersonsalon.com/2011/04/hair-tip-of-the-day-april-4th-2011.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/04/hair-tip-of-the-day-april-4th-2011.html#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2011 22:26:38 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=2747

Many things can affect the quality and health of your hair, such at what you eat, how much stress you have, your health, and a myriad of other factors. But when it comes down to the bottom line your hair needs two things to be healthy: Protein and Moisture.

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If you have curly or wavy hair, you may notice that your hair can get dry easily. Typically, curly and wavy hair types need that extra bit of TLC when it comes to moisture. This is easy to remedy by stocking up on some key products. Look to the MoroccanOil line for salvation! The entire line of products is crammed with moisture to enrich the quality of your hair. If your hair is extremely dry from damage (be it, environmental, heat, or chemical damages), I strongly suggest picking up the MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask.

Come in and check out MoroccanOil Products today!

Post by Franz

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/04/hair-tip-of-the-day-april-4th-2011.html/feed 0 Get Ready to “Walk the Moon” http://emersonsalon.com/2011/03/get-ready-to-walk-the-moon.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/03/get-ready-to-walk-the-moon.html#comments Tue, 22 Mar 2011 01:00:20 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=2675

A new band on the scene is Walk the Moon. I soon became entranced by them after being shown the Music video for their song “Anna Sun” from their album, “I Want! I Want!”. Check out the music video below!


The lead singer, Nicholas Petricca, in the video has longer hair that is naturally wavy. Textured hair (meaning wavy or curly) is making a great resurgence and can be a beautiful look to pull off for men. Unfortunately, curls and waves can easily become frizzy or flat without some good old TLC. A great way to do that is with using great products and getting a great cut! Here is a way for you to achieve this look for yourself and learn how to perserve your curls!

If you watch the video, you can see that he has a very flattering haircut for his face shape (there is a great shot at 2:45). It is longer and left slightly curly/wavy to give him a more youthful appearance, and the cut adds more roundness to the shape, evening out his more square face shape. Make sure you talk to your stylist about how you style your hair, since whether it is left curly or made straight or even if you style it both ways can influence the design of your haircut.

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To style your hair, I would recommend using the Alterna Bamboo Anti-Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner. Once you’re out of the shower, dry your hair by lightly squeezing the hair, rather than roughly drying it. Doing that can help you preserve the shape of your natural curl which we can enhance and further perserve with wonderful products. I would recommend using a small amount of the Kevin.Murphy Easy.Rider to prevent frizz and give it definition. Try to apply it on the hair, not through the curls (unless you want to break them up a bit). Then you can let it air dry as you go on with your day!

Here is a great Podcast from Kevin.Murphy showing you how to use Easy.Rider on Curly Hair:

Want us to help you make this your new look? Come into Emerson Salon for a complimentary consultation today!

Post by Franz

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/03/get-ready-to-walk-the-moon.html/feed 1 Fresh.Hair Saves the Day! http://emersonsalon.com/2011/02/fresh-hair-saves-the-day.html http://emersonsalon.com/2011/02/fresh-hair-saves-the-day.html#comments Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:08:46 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=2615

I tell my clients all time that washing your hair everyday is unnecessary and can make your hair dry. Of course, no one wants oily hair and most people can’t go without washing every day… Until now! I have seen a lot of dry shampoos and this has to be the best yet! Kevin Murphy does it again with Fresh.Hair.


This product is an aerosol dry shampoo that adds volume to your hair while soaking up excess oil, product, and unwanted smells. My first experiment with it was to spray it in my hair on day 2 of not washing it, after I had iron curled it twice. At that point, my main goal was to see if it would take out the burnt hair smell you get from high heat curling irons. I simply sprayed it all over my head, like you would a hair spray and to my surprise it took out the smell and left my hair feeling like there was nothing in it! I was sold at that point but wanted to see what this product was really made to be used so I checked out the Kevin.Murphy website.

The way this product was made to use is to do quick little sprays at your part and around your hairline and then either brush through (for blondes it just blends in or covers your re-growth) or use the Kevin Murphy towel to work in the product. They say not to spray it like a hairspray (like I did) but that you could if you wanted more texture to your hair. In the video (click here to check it out!) they spray it all over to give her more volume and you can see how well it works. For clients with thin hair that want to soak up oil and add volume this is the product was made for you, too! It’s not too heavy and will reactivate product from the day before as well. All around this product amazed me! Feel free to stop by and try it out for yourself. I think you will agree that it saves the day!

Interested in trying out Kevin.Murphy Fresh.Hair for yourself? Stop by Emerson today to talk to our stylist about it or pick yourself up a can!

Post by Ellen

]]> http://emersonsalon.com/2011/02/fresh-hair-saves-the-day.html/feed 0 The Twelve Days of Christmas Sale http://emersonsalon.com/2010/12/the-twelve-days-of-christmas-sale.html http://emersonsalon.com/2010/12/the-twelve-days-of-christmas-sale.html#comments Tue, 07 Dec 2010 21:24:28 +0000 Franz http://emersonsalon.com/?p=2356

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Hey, everyone! Its time to get into the holiday spirit! Here at Emerson we are kicking off the holidays with a giant sale. In the style of the famed carol, for twelve days starting on this Thursday the 9th, we will have a different sale. Check out what we have in store for you:

  • December 9th: Alterna Caviar Hairsprays 20% off
  • December 10th: Kevin.Murphy Easy.Rider, Gritty.Business, Night.Rider, and Sticky.Business 25% off
  • December 11th: Alterna Life Color Hold Volume Restore Scalp and Follicle Treatment 1/2 off when you buy Alterna Life Color Hold Shampoo and Conditioner (at 20% off).
  • December 12th: Alterna Caviar Overnight Hair Repair 15% off
  • December 13th: Fudge Products 30% off
  • December 14th: Alterna Hemp Shine Shampoo and Conditioner 15% off and Alterna Hemp Sheer Pomade, 20% off
  • December 15th: Alterna Caviar Glitteratti products 25% off
  • December 16th:  Alterna styling Cocktails 20%off
  • December 17th: Kevin.Murphy Angel.Wash and Angel.Rinse 25% off
  • December 18th:  Moroccanoil Oil Treatment (both sizes) 20% off
  • December 19th: Alterna Caviar Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner 20% off
  • December 20th:  Alterna Caviar Dry shampoo 15% off and Kevin.Murphy Powder.Puff 15% off

And because we love you all so much, we are putting on an extra day!

  • December 21st: All Kevin.Murphy Products 20% off, and if you have a color appointment on the 21st, you receive free Italy shampoo and conditioner (while supplies last).

Mark your calendars for your favorite days and come on in to Emerson Salon and don’t forget about out other promotion going on right now where you can win Free Hair for 2011!

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