Day 2 of our 12 Days of Christmas Sale
If your a Kevin Murphy fanatic, today is definitely for you. 25% off Kevin.Murphy’s Easy.Rider, Gritty.Business, Night.Rider, and Sticky.Business. Stop by Emerson Salon and take advantage of our special.

Here is a great video of Kevin Murphy showing off my favorite hair product Night.Rider

Day 1 of our 12 Days of Christmas Sale and we kick off with 20% off Alterna Caviar Hairsprays. Stop by Emerson Salon and take advantage of our special.

We will be closed for Thanksgiving but open bright and early on Black Friday. In between your shopping swing by and visit us.

Be sure to visit our amazing neighbors Retail Therapy, Babeland & SPUN this Thanksgiving weekend and shop local!

Now that October is upon us, all the best horror and thriller movies get released in anticipation of Halloween. Releasing this week is Case 39 starring Renee Zelweger, Ian McShane, Bradley Cooper and Jodelle Ferland. The story follows Zelweger’s character, Emily, an overloaded social worker who is assigned to monitor the domestic abuse case of Lily (Jodelle.) Soon, Emily is in charge of Lily’s care and comes to realize that there is more to taking care of this young girl than bedtime stories and snack time. Jodelle is a young 15 yr. old actress with tons of tv and film experience. She has starred in Stephen King’s Kingdom Hospital, the films Silent Hill and Twilight’s Eclipse.

Jodelle’s hair is absolutely gorgeous yet simple. If you have hair that is below the shoulders, you can create a similar wavy style to hers with the right products. Jodelle has finer hair and if you do too we recommend applying Motion Lotion Curl Enhancer by Kevin Murphy after the shower on hair that is 60% dry. If you have thicker, curly hair we recommend applying Hydrating Styling Cream to add additional moisture and shine. Braid the hair in 2 pigtails and allow to dry. (Make sure to keep the braid loose in order to avoid creating frizz or excessively tight wave.) Once dry, undo the braid carefully and spray with Kevin Murphy’s Session Spray lightly and scrunch. Toss your head up and down and your hair is casually styled and ready for a day of shopping, lunch with the ladies or an afternoon meeting. These two products are wonderful because they both protect the hair with built in UV filters and suncreen to protect your hair from the drying factors of the sun. Remember, just because it is getting chillier does not mean the sun is any less damaging!

Just like Case 39, this hairstyle is unexpected and surprising. Surprisingly simple. Try it out yourself or book online with Emerson salon to help you achieve it!

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As the summer draws to a close, we look back at some of the events over the past season. Namely, all of the joyous weddings that occurred from June to September. From backyard ceremonies to elaborate ballroom receptions, the main focus is on the bride and groom on their big day. Here we provide some tips for both on how to organize for such a large occasion!

Brides:  A good thing to do first is to figure out what your budget is. Bridal hairstyles can range from $85-$110, depending on the length of the hair and the style desired (does it need to be flat ironed or curled, etc?) We recommend receiving a light trim to your haircut 1-2 weeks beforehand to remove any split ends. In addition, if you will be attempting any color services it is good to receive them 2 weeks ahead of time in case the color needs adjustment.

Some brides choose to utilize a paid practice session ($40 an hour) in order to eliminate any anxiety about the style before the ceremony. We try out the style, take pictures and troubleshoot any problems and then take the hair down and wash it before you leave. If you have your veil or any hair jewelry beforehand, the practice session is the perfect time to figure out how they will be planned into the overall style.

The important thing to do before consulting a stylist for your wedding hair is to find lots of pictures of hair that excites you. You can even bring in pictures of hair you absolutely do not like as this will aid your stylist to better hone what your aesthetic is. Do you want height? Do you want all of your hair up, half down or all down? What are some adjectives you would use to describe what you want your hair to look like (soft, romantic, wavy, sleek, shiny, etc.)? All of these elements will better assist you to becoming happy with your formal style!

If you are looking to create a formal style on your own, try using these products:
Rapid Repair Spray by Alterna for picture perfect shine before and after styling
Working Spray by Alterna for applying before curling for flexible hold
Easy Rider by Kevin Murphny for smoothing flyaways into the style
Session Spray by Kevin Murphy for hard hold when the style is complete

Grooms: We recommend receiving an extended consultation with an Emerson stylist to determine what is the desired result for the big day. Feel free to bring your bride with you for this initial consultation as we are sure she might have input! Make your haircut appointment for 2 weeks beforehand and then book a quick “line up” for the day before or day of. A “line up” would be where only the edges around the ears and nape are trimmed with clippers. Whether you intend to have your hair parted or fauxhawked or messy, two great go-to products for guys are Easy Rider by Kevin Murphy for frizz control and light hold and  Night Rider for matte finish and firm hold.

Did you attend a beautiful nuptial this season? Already have invitations to more? Make an appointment for your style with Emerson Salon today.

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Here are 3 gift ideas any Mom would love!

Kiehls make only the most amazing moisturizers. I love almost anything they make from their scrubs, washes, and moisturizers to their anti-wrinkle serums. Everything you need to keep your skin young and healthy. You can pick up a great gift pack at Nordstroms for under $50.

Remember the first time you went from your standard tooth brush to a Soniccare tooth brush and how clean your teeth felt? Well now the makers of Soniccare bring you the Clarisonic. Not only does it exfoliate but it also can reduce the appearance of wrinkles. You can pick one up at any Nordstroms or Sephora for about $149.

Finally the best gift you could give your Mom is the gift of amazing silky smooth hair with Moroccan Oil. Just ask any friend who has ever tried Moroccan Oil and you will get a “hands down best product ever” recommendation. Want to learn more? Swing on by Emerson Salon to speak with our stylists about how Moroccan Oil can help revitalize and replenish your hair!

Forget the flowers this Valentine’s Day and get a little creative. Pamper your significant other with a haircut, conditioning treatment (comes with a nice and relaxing scalp massage), color or blow dry and style.

Flowers die and they just aren’t original. Chocolate is great, but also not too high on the creativity scale. Dinner is a lovely idea but on Valentine’s Day it’s hard to get romantic when the restaurant crams in as many guests as possible then tries to rush you out. Take my word for it, spoiling your significant other with a service from any one of our stylists here at Emerson Salon will impress and de-stress. Show them that you are not only original but thoughtful.

If a haircut doesn’t sound like enough, we offer several different lines of luxurious hair products for all types of hair. We carry Alterna which is a great line that offers many alternatives for styling products, shampoos and conditioners. Kevin Murphy, which is an excellent line that uses mostly natural products and essential oils. We also have a promotional offer when you buy Angel Wash Shampoo and Conditioner you receive a free Staying Alive leave in conditioner ( a $22 value). We carry Moroccan Oil which is an amazing, versatile line. And last but not least, Fudge products. Great for shorter hair and men’s hair.

This year, think outside the heart shaped box and treat that special someone with a gift from Emerson Salon! Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Many things about this time of year can make your hair dull. Worry not, our stylists have plenty of ideas to keep your hair shiny, healthy and full of body. We offer deep conditioning services to go with your new haircut or spoil yourself and come in just for a treatment and a blow dry.

For those of you who still haven’t tried the Moroccan Oil line, you are missing out. My favorite is the Moroccan Oil Intense Hydrating Mask. It works wonders. Take it from me, someone who is in the process of going from dark hair to blonde. Wash, towel dry, apply the mask and cover with a plastic cap and sit under the drier for 20 minutes. If you are doing this at home, simply wrap a warm, damp towel over the plastic cap to keep in the heat and moisture. Rinse and style as usual, adding a few sprays of the Moroccan Oil Glimmer Shine Spray to finish. The Glimmer Shine also contains UV filters that will protect the hair all day. It’s great for those who enjoy winter sports or just like to be outdoors.

I can’t give away all our secrets, so come on in and see what other tricks our stylists have up their sleeves.

Happy New Year from Emerson Salon!

What will you do in 2010?

A Bob

Balayage

Extensions

Some Color

Looking to get creative with your holiday gifts this year? Emerson Salon has some ideas for you!

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