Olaplex: The End of Damaged Hair

Color addicts, rejoice! A miracle hair color additive developed to end breakage has arrived and it's called Olaplex.  The single active ingredient was invented by Dr. Eric Pressley, PHD and Dr. Craig Hawker, PHD and it's revolutionizing the way we color our hair.  The big question is, how does it work?

When hair is exposed to dye and bleach, peroxide developers contained in these products break down the disulfide bonds that make hair strong in order to "open" the hair so it can receive color.  Once disulfide bonds have become weaker, the oxygen bonds from the peroxide developer begin to work and almost always cause important proteins in your hair to be broken down, causing dry, straw-like strands. 

This is where Olaplex comes into play because it works by reconnecting broken disulfide bonds in the hair, preventing damage before it even begins!  Now you can color your hair anxiety-free and not have to worry about extreme dryness or brittle feeling hair.  The benefits of Olaplex also aren't just for those who color their hair either.  Heat and regular styling (combing wet hair) also causes hair to become damaged and Olaplex works to reverse and prevent this damage as well - leaving hair super smooth and shiny. 

Savvy Hair Loft is now offering Olaplex as part of our hair color services.   Experience the difference!

St. Patrick's Day Eye Makeup Ideas

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and if you’re partaking in the festivities that means you have to be sporting at least one thing to show your patronage – green!  While this color isn’t the first that comes to mind when we think of everyday eye makeup, there are some gorgeous ways to glam up with green for the big day. 

GREEN SMOKEY EYE
Try a sexy, smokey eye with a hint of green if you're planning on taking the St. Patty's Day party on a night out on the town.   Watch this St. Patty's Day makeup tutorial to achieve the look!

TWO TONED EYESHADOW
Start with a green shadow as your base (try Lucky Green by MAC ) and top with a shimmer shade focusing on the lid and inner corner of the eye.  

SUBTLE GREEN EYELINER
Pair a nude lid with a green liner, for a subtle yet festive look.  Keep the liner close the lash line to make your eyes pop.  Try Stila All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Emerald Green. 

The Hottest Hair Color Trends for 2015

Last year brought with it some pretty hot hair color trends – ombré, balayage, dip-dyes and even platinum blonde locks – so what’s here to stay and what new fads will make the list in 2015.

Winter Highlights

It’s natural to want to go dark in the winter with your hair color, but we’re loving the idea of adding some soft highlights to brighten your look.

Babylights

This trend is similar to balayage as it’s intended to mimic the look of naturally sun kissed hair by painting on color in smaller sections. 

Deep Browns

A rich, deep brown gives hair a vibrant and healthy look.  Ask for a cool tone if you have a darker complexion and a golden color if you have warmer tones in your skin

Red Hot Highlights

Red highlights are back and bolder than ever.  Add this hue to any color base to instantly spice up your look!  Don’t want something permanent?  Hair extensions are the perfect way to achieve this look without all the commitment.    

50 Shades of Gray

Move over Christian Grey – we’ve got a new love affair and it’s gray hair!  From salt and pepper, silver to charcoal – gray is one of the hottest hair trends of 2015. Want to mix it up?  Add some light lavender to your strands too.   

What's your favorite hair color trend?  Comment below!