jennyleigh

Hi-dy Heidi I try to do a twist on the traditional "before and after" pics as often as I can.    I really like the phrasing, "Inspiration to Commercial".   Most often people see a photo of a celebrity or a model and  use that as a request for their haircut. Now some hairdressers are not fond of clients bringing in pictures  but personally I LOVE them.   It is such a great tool for communicating with your client. It gives you something specific, even tangible, to point to as a reference. You can use it for bang length, perimeter length,  the point where layers begin or where fullness is in a hairstyle.   Things that sometimes get lost in translation when using words alone.  My beautiful model for this post is the lovely Heidi.   Having known Heidi forever, we have been through a lot over the years. We've also been through a LOT of hairstyles.   And some of them have been rather hysteric...

Pink It OUT!! (or red it out) In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month,  I would like to share one  of my most favorite moments.   This sweet lady was referred to me by a friend.   She had not had her hair done in several years.   In fact, she had not had HAIR in a long time!!!   By the grace of God she is now cancer free !!   I had the pleasure of giving her a new style and some "Boom Pow" hair color. The red gives color to her skin and makes her green eyes POP! Those beautiful green eyes. I loved seeing her joy bubble up! With this vibrant, brilliant red she will be stopped often for a compliment and have the opportunity to share her story. For all those who are battling this ca ncer know that many have come before you. And every time God our Healer has stepped in to make His power known.   Trust that He knows the story He is writing with your life.   You can count ...

All Out of Love Oh the joys of knowing some tricks of the trade!   If you've got thin, fine hair, then today's trick may just be what you've been looking for. Clip On Extensions!!! When you see how natural these extensions look,  how much thicker and fuller Tara's hair looks, you will jump on board. Here we are in my old basement.   We lovingly referred to it as  " The Basement Beauty Shop ". Right next to our 1979 Jeep, d irt bikes, work shop, Rip-Sticks, and bicycles, was where I did some magic from time to time.   So get a kick out of the duct work and overall "basement" feel in the background that somehow is just shy of a cool backdrop.   (Notice the length & thickness of Tara's hair) This is Tara who is unbelievably beautiful inside and out.  And I seriously mean that.   She puts up with me and all my goofiness.  She drives a short distance to see me at my new salon just becaus...

It's a Beautiful World!   One of the best things about being a hairdresser is getting to enjoy those moments when people feel their best and refreshed. A great haircut can make you want to take on the world.  And I   count it a pleasure and an honor to be a part of so many of those great moments.  Here are a few of those moments caught after our haircutting sessions.  Enjoy!   Bailey Before Bailey After!   A glamorous "birthday do" I did on Ramie      Love her!  Emily w/ below jaw length show stopper.  Tres Chic.     Swingy layers!   Beverly's hair went from super curly to super beautiful . Good night all Take time to appreciate what God has given you and then go make the most of it! Love, Love and more of God's love to you Jenny Leigh

Here's a Show and Tell on a slightly more Polished Top Knot. Start off with scary, big, blown out hair.  No need to make it super straight. The more texture in the hair before, the better! Me - Before  ( Told you to start off with scary, big, blown out hair ! ) Next, begin pulling all the hair back for a ponytail. I always start with my front first and hold it in my hand so that I can leave a little fullness.  This will keep it from looking too slick and tight.  Finish the ponytail by brushing the nape hair into the front section. Remember to keep it high on your head. It's a TOP Knot.  Gots to be on TOP.   You can use a clear elastic for your pony but my hair is uber thick so I use the super fat black bands.  It'll be covered anyway so no worries. Using a traditional teasing comb, begin to moderately backcomb small sections of your ponytail. Work your way through the entire ponytail until yo...

So excited. I did a super duper conditioning treatment on my hair last night and it looked and felt FaBuLoUs today!  I used Kenra Nourishing Masque on freshly shampooed hair.  I saturated all of my hair (scalp too) from base to the ends.  Left it for 15 minutes and rinsed it out.  Hairdressers are often like plumbers, they keep everybody else working and yet their own pipes are clogged up.  So it felt fantastic today for my hair to be so shiny and bouncy! I curled it on a 1" clipless wand and shook it out.  Now go check out the Before & After's page.  Just posted some that you have GOT to go see! Have you ever had any of your own "mess ups" with your hair??  Tell me about it.  I always love a good laugh!  LOL