Tips for Fabulous Fall Hair

With every new season comes new hair care concerns. Summer hair was easy and messy, but with fall amongst us, there are THREE key things to remember: static, dehydration and the drop in temperature all play a role in how our hair looks. Keep your do looking great despite the elements with these simple tips!

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Static

• Try shampoos that don't contain harsh chemicals.
• Serums are great, but be careful not to use too much, they can weigh hair down.
• Lightly spritz a bit of hairspray to tame any unwanted frizz.

Dehydration

• Rinse your hair with cold water to help lock in your moisture.
• Use leave-in moisturizers or conditioners.
• Make time for weekly moisture treatments.
• Try to limit the amount of times you use mechanical styling tools like curling and straightening irons.

Cold weather

• Make sure you don't leave the house with damp or wet hair. Not only will you run the risk of getting a nasty cold, but you'll also increase your chances of getting some unwanted hair breakage.
• Wear a scarf or hat to protect your hair from the wind.

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Premier Beauty Classic: Taking Beauty to the Next Level

Last weekend I had the honor to teach two 60-minute hair coloring seminars at the Premier Beauty Classic, in Columbs, Ohio. Attendance was amazing, with about 100 fabulous stylists participating in my Sunday class- talk about a full house!

Being on stage is what I love - I’m ecstatic to be able to share some of my techniques and inspire others to follow their passion as well!

 Learn more about the soft ombre look by visiting Salon Ratay's web site

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Thank you to my fabulous hair models and to those who came out to the Premiere show!

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“Great class yesterday! So motivated that I had to do a soft ombre on a lady today! Thanks for the inspiration!” Christine Carpenter

*Fabulous Fall Shades*

With the change of seasons comes the change of styles. The latest trends eventually fade like the leaves falling from the trees. A new season brings new shades of color to our wardrobe, nail polish, shoes, and most importantly our HAIR! Looking for a new fall shade? Try one of these out!

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Mila Kunis is sporting a new fall trend, looking very natural! Her shiny mane looks far from altered, but in reality she highlighted her hair two shades lighter than her base. This works amazing for those blessed with olive skin and brunet locks.

Emma Stone also nailed it this fall with a coppery auburn complimented by a wash of strawberry highlights. Her shiny hair leaves her face glowing, emphasizing her gorgeous smile and great skin.

Charlize Theron made the right decision with her new buttery blond look. She looks radiant and elegant with the new shade. When choosing the same hue make sure to amp up your makeup to avoid looking washed out.

Fall also loves Ciara’s new sleek highlights! It is a great way to accentuate her gorgeous face and make her eyes pop.

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2011 Emmy Awards Best Hairstyles!

The low chignon was definitely the style to try for the 2011 Emmy Awards! Classic chignon hairstyles were donned everywhere by A-list actresses such as Rashida Jones, Minka Kelly, and Dianna Argon. Want to get the same chic look? Follow my easy instructions below for a classic chignon style!

Photos courtesy of hollywoodlife.com 

Things you will need:

• Covered hair band/elastic
• Hair spray
• Hair pins or grips to match your hair color
• A paddle brush (always gives the smoothest results)
• Pin-tail comb (I prefer using a metal tail comb but a plastic tail comb will do)

Directions

1. Using a paddle brush, smooth your hair straight back 

2. Gather at the nape of your neck into a low ponytail using your covered hair band 

3. Split your ponytail in half

4. Use your comb to tease the two sections of hair you split

5. Take one of the sections and smooth out with the paddle brush

6. Twist under and secure with a large bobby pin

7. Repeat Step 5 & 6 with the other section

8. Smooth down stray hairs with a toothbrush

9. Hairspray

***For fine hair, try teasing lightly and smoothing before placing into low ponytail. 

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SHERRY RATAY TO TAKE CENTER STAGE

Ready, Set, COLOR!

I am excited to share with you all that I will be taking the center stage at two of the country’s largest beauty industry conventions, the upcoming Premiere Beauty Classic in Columbus, Ohio, and the Image Expo in Houston, Texas.

I'm thrilled and honored to be a part of these amazing events. It is my passion within that keeps me on the edge of what is new with hair color, and I am looking forward to sharing with other colorists what I truly love to do!

The Premiere Beauty Classic 2011 will take place on October 23 and 24 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. I will then take the main stage to present my hair color collection at the 2012 IMAGE Expo Houston, scheduled for July 15 and 16 of next year, at the Reliant Center. Both shows will feature leading artists and educators in the business, showcasing the industry’s latest fashions and trends.

Showcase in Modern Salon Magazine as "One to Watch"!

        

   In the latest issue of Modern Salon, I had the privilege of being recognized in the feature section "Ones to Watch". Modern Salon is the number-one source for education, product news and trends for all salon professionals. 

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Hollywood's Hottest Hues, Decoded By Yours Truly

From rich brunette to sunny highlights and velvety red, everything is possible with the right combination of formula. The latest Hollywood craze has everyone yearning for a new exquisite hue. Recently I sat down and decoded some celebrity hues so that we can all enjoy these phenomenal shades. Here are the how-to's to acheive certain desired colors:

Bryce Dallas Howard’s Rich Velvety Red
Natural Level: 6
Formula A:  Redken Color Fusion 1 oz. 5Cr + 1 oz. 7Cc + 2 oz. 20 volume developer.  Apply to new growth.
Formula B:  Redken Shades EQ Cover Plus 2 oz. 6Cc + 20 volume developer.
Formula C:  Shades EQ Cream 2 oz.  05Rr + 10 volume developer.  Alternate Formula B and C on midlengths and ends, using the American Baliage technique.  Process, shampoo and dry the hair.
Formula D:  Redken Shades EQ 2 oz. 07C + 1 oz. 07CB + 3 oz. Processing Solution.  Glaze all strands and process 20 minutes.

Cameron Diaz’s “Bad Teacher” Blonde

Natural Level: 5 ½
Formula A:  Redken Blonde Icing Conditioning Cream Lightener + 30 volume developer
Formula B:  Redken Double Fusion Blondes 12 Av + 20 volume developer
Apply Formula A and lift to pale yellow.  At the same time, create delicate slices with Formula B, beginning in the nape area and concentrating on midlengths and ends for a delicate ombre effect.  Process, shampoo and dry the hair. 
Formula C:  Redken Shades EQ 1 oz. 09N + 1 oz. 09G + 2 oz. Processing Solution.  Glaze all strands, process for 10 minutes.

Drew Barrymore’s Rosy Red

Natural Level: 5
Formula A:  L’Oreal Professionnel INOA 16 grams 5.64/5.Rc + 40 grams Oleo gel + 60 grams 20 volume developer.  Apply to new growth.
Formula B:  L’Oreal Professionnel INOA 16 grams 5.64/5.Rc + 40 grams Oleo gel + 60 grams 30 volume developer.  Apply to midlengths and ends.  Process 35 minutes, shampoo and dry the hair.
Formula C: L’Oreal Professionnel INOA 8 grams 6.40/6.CCC + 20 grams Oleo gel + 30 grams 30 volume developer.
Formula D:  L’Oreal Professionnel INOA 8 grams 5.4/5.C + 20 grams Oleo gel + 30 grams 10 volume developer.  Alternate Formulas C and D using the American Baliage technique.  Process 35 minutes.

Giada de Laurentiis’ Sunny Highlights

Natural Level: 4 with 20% gray
Formula A:  Joico Vero K-PAK color 7A + 20-volume developer.
Formula B:  Joico Verolight + 20-volume developer
Formula C:  Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome B6 + Activator
Formula D:  Joico Vero K-PAK Chrome G8 + Activator
Apply Formula A to new growth.  Create slice highlights, focusing on the face frame area with Formula B.  Lift highlights to yellow and tone with Formula C.  Process, shampoo and dry the hair and glaze all strands with Formula D.

Megan Fox’s Rich Brunette

Natural/Existing Levels:  4 with 6-7 on the ends.
Formula A:  Wella Color Touch 2 oz. 4/0 + 3 oz. 1.9% developer.  Apply to regrowth and extend 6-8 inches down the hairshaft.  Vary the application end point slightly throughout the head.
Formula B:  Wella Color Touch 2 oz. 4/0 + 2 oz. 6/77 + 1.9% developer.  Apply to ends.  (Be sure all hair is thoroughly saturated.)  Process with heat for 15 minutes; cool for 10 minutes at room temperature. 

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