What is Balayage….

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Balayage, a French word meaning ‘to sweep’ is a method of highlighting which lightens the hair gradually from root to tip. This technique has shaken the salons from coast to coast because it achieves an ultra-natural effect by mimicing nature’s way of lightening hair. Hair should always be darker on the base of the hair shaft or the root area, rather then having light roots and dark ends. To balayage the hair, a lightening agent is painted on using a brush and paddle in a sweeping motion giving the hair colourist a bit more room to play and less methodical streaks. Foils aren’t used and the precision of the fine-tooth comb weaving in tiny streaks is no longer necessary. The thick mixture of lightener is applied onto a section of hair using one of three paint designs: singles, slants and V’s. The stylist uses a “sweeping” motion to apply lightener from thin at the roots to thicker towards the ends. This provides ultimate control over colour application, allows for less re-growth, much more colour contrast within the hair and since the process requires no heat or foils, the hair experiences minimal damage (which is key for those of us with long hair).

The result is a gorgeous sun-kissed color of various shades of blond and honey-toned hues that look as if you just spent the summer frolicking on the beach. And thus far has proven to be the most natural looking highlights ever. Balayage is more carefree than highlights because the streaks aren’t defined and a pattern isn’t developed. But because the method is less regimented, it gives the stylist much more creative freedom. The stylist works on instinct so very similar to an artist on a canvas.

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Friends of Head Studio

Thursday, July 8th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Check out our awesome friend  otilee.com

Otilee is a designer, a stylist, an art director, a photographer and digital illustrator. We have had the pleasure of working with her on a couple of shoots now, and we don’t know how she does it, but she’s rad at pretty much everything!

She also has a fantastic blog which you should check out http://www.otilee.com/Blog/wordpress/

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Kérastase CHRONOLOGISTE

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Kérastase hosted a lovely evening at the Burswood Casino last night to launch their new treatment CHRONOLOGISTE. The finest haircare treatment ever created by Kérastase, inspired by the qualities of caviar.

What does it do you ask….? Chronologiste is formed from two essential parts: the restorative caviar pearls packed with active ingredients, and the ultra-rich cream masque. When blended together at the point of application they create our most technologically advanced formula to date. Hair is left incredibly soft, supple and shiny – Hair fibre is deeply nourished and strengthened – Hair integrity is preserved – Scalp is regenerated and hydrated – Use in conjunction with your existing Kérastase homecare programme.

Kérastase Chronologiste will be available in the salons July 19th.

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Hair Expo 2010- Updates

Saturday, June 12th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

15/06/10 8:00am

The night of nights in the hairdressing industry was finally upon us. We all glammed up and made our way to the Exhibition Centre.

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the annual Hairdressing Awards at Hair Expo are the most respected, established and longest running awards in the Australian hair industry.

Hosted by a charismatic Daniel MacPherson, we enjoyed a spectacular show by Schwarzkopf Professional before the award announcements commenced.

In an unprecedented industry achievement, Shane Henning of Sydney’s Noddys on King salon took the major accolade. Having previously won the title in 1999, 2000, 2002 and 2003, this latest victory makes it the fifth time he has taken the Australian Hairdresser of the Year honour.

Shane is widely regarded as a driving force in the Australian hairdressing industry and in 2008 was inducted into the Hair Expo Hall of Fame. He also won for Best Photographic Collection – judged purely on the creativity and artistic talent portrayed in his photographic collection, against every submission received during the judging period.

Marie Cain, Ashley Wuillemin and Taryn Thompson all received Judges Recognitions for their beautiful collections. For a list of all the winners from the awards, check out:

http://www.styleicons.com.au/2010/06/15/article/Schwarzkopf-Professional-Hair-Expo-Awards-2010/HPSHQUYAYE.html
It was now time to let our hair down and enjoy the after parties that come with the Hair Expo Awards. We made our way to Kings Cross for Brad Ngata’s after party which turned out to be a highlight of the weekend! Connie from Sneaky Sound System turned it on for the crowd with her amazing solo show. While the very cool Pip Edwards worked her magic on the decks! Lot’s of drinking, dancing and good times followed until we finally crashed at our hotel!

GREAT NIGHT! GREAT WEEKEND!

14/06/10 6:00pm

The final day of expo was one to remember. The team were inspired by some of the industries leading figures. The Vidal Sassoon team showed us their expertise in cutting. Jayne Wild gave us some new and exciting tips for GHD. Marie Cain chatted to the media about her inspirations behind her collection and presented INOA for L’Oreal Professionnel on the Spotlight Stage. What a great day….Now to party at the Hair Expo Awards Night!

14/06/10 4:00am

Our very excited team hit the town for some relaxing, bonding but more importantly some good food and good drinks! We ventured to two of Sydney’s most beautiful bars, The Winery in Surry Hills and The Ivy in the City. The night turned into the morning, there were a few sore heads but what a night it was! A memorable evening!

13/06/10 7:30pm

The team is gearing up for a night out in the beautiful city of Sydney. Where on our way to wine and dine at  The Winery in Surry Hills.

13/06/10 6:00pm

Another fantastic day at Hair Expo. Our apprentices Taryn Thompson and Ashley Wuillemin had the tall order of talking to the media and public about the inspirations behind  their collections. Which they did with great aplomb.  We were inspired by Suki Hairdressing. The uber cool Brad Ngata showed the public his version Of  the late Alexander Mcqueen’s “Holagraphic Alien Beauty”. Then our very own Marie Cain presented INOA up close for L’Oreal Professionnel.

12/06/10  9:30pm

Wow, what an evening. Caterina Dibiase and Heading Out showed us shapes, colours and texture’s using three primary colours. Whilst the Charles Miller Group (Assisted by our very own Artistic Director Marie Cain) took us into the future with their One Thousand and One Nights In The Future show! Spectacular is the only way to describe it!

12/06/10 2:00pm

Rehearsals for the Charles Miller show for L’Oreal Professionnel- ‘One Thousand and One nights in the Future’ at Australian Hair Expo. Marie Cain assisting backstage. For live updates follow us at twitter.com.au/headstudio.

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X-Press Fashion- Emerging Designers Shoot

Thursday, June 10th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Jemma and Ashley were on hand to direct the hair for the latest X-Press Fashion Shoot. The shoot was a chance for some of Perth’s best up and coming designers to showcase their latest collections.

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IHS Competitions

Monday, May 24th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Some of our talented apprentices are competing in their very first hairdressing competition tonight!! Let’s all give them a small round of applause and a polite pat on the back as this is a very daunting challenge!! Good luck kids.

And the results are in:

Congratulations to Charlotte Pownell + Lasey Toa!!!  Lasey_1st in junior mens colour+cut and 3rd in junior catwalk. Big round of applause to both girls! Images to follow

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X-Press Fashion Mag Shoot- Behind the scenes

Friday, May 21st, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Nothing like spending the day on the Leeuwin, basking in the beautiful sunshine of Perth whilst styling hair for the upcoming X-Press Winter Fashion Magazine. Oh the perks of the job! Thank you Shane and Todd…..Where would we be without you!

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Head Studio Creative

Thursday, May 20th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Our fantastic stylists have been busy busy of late, working on such projects as the PFF campaign shoot, the X-Press Fashion magazine shoot and an STM fashion shoot. Look out for all these collections in the coming issues.

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Style Icons

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Marie Cain and Ashley Wuillemin have their latest collections featured on Style Icons. Styleicons.com.au is an interactive social environment for the hairdressing industry. Rich with the ideal mix of content to fuel a creative mind, the inspirational community has been designed to propel the industry’s business and creative minds and motivate the next generation of the hair and fashion leaders. Follow the links to view the collections.

Marie Cain- http://www.styleicons.com.au/2010/04/29/article/MLTEQQPPZF.html

Ashley Wuillemin- http://www.styleicons.com.au/2010/05/13/article/Ashley-Wuillemin-collection/ZZMZBRNGRS.html

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Fashion For Haiti Fundraiser

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 | Posted by: admin

Subiaco’s Gold Bar hosted a decadent night for the WA fashion glitterati to unite and raise much needed funds for the Salvation Army Haiti Relief. Big thanks to the event organiser Sylvia Giacci and to our fantastic team Wendy, Deana and Ashley for styling the hair on the night. The event was a huge success.

For all the highlights filmed by FTV, click this link

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