Hair Styling Questions and Answers

Hi, if you'd like a natural looking color that's the same throughout your hair then I would recommend seeing a hair colorist, especially if you'd like blonde hair and highlights - which can be hard to pull off at home. Having your hair colored at the salon means you'll end up with a natural, even result that looks like the exact color that you want (at home kits are notorious for giving you a hair color that looks nothing like the box), and you'll also get the right color for you as a hair colorist can take a look at your skin tone and give you options that will look the best on you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, while a red hair color can highlight the pink tones in a ruddy complexion that doesn't mean that you can't try a red hair color. A ruddy complexion is a cool hair color, and cool red hair colors such as copper blondes, or neutral red colors such as darkest red and dark red will suit. If you're worried about which color to go with, book an appointment with a professional who can look at your skin tone and offer the right advice about which red hair color you will be able to pull off. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you're confused about your face shape then I recommend visiting our hair consultation page. It lists the characteristics of each face shape, which should help you to narrow down your shape. If you can't decide between a few different ones then go with the face shape that most resembles your own. As for hair products that will make your curly hair shiny and smooth, I recommend asking your hairdresser the next time you're in the salon as they can see your hair up close and personal and offer the right advice. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, for your round face shape, a short hairstyle with plenty of height through the crown will compliment your face, giving the illusion of a longer face shape. Remember, round face shapes need to add height not width so stay clear of hairstyles with layers that flick out. I hope I have helped with your question. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi Kevin, to find the perfect hair cut, add your details to our hair consultation. It'll give you hair cut ideas based on your own face shape, age, hair type, hair texture and hair length. It can be found in the makeover menu at the top of this page. Kind regards, THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, it sounds like you know exactly what you want so I would recommend either telling your current stylist exactly what that is, or finding a new hairstylist who will give you the style and look you want. There is nothing wrong with wanting an easy, low maintenance style that's right for your hair and needs, or going back to your natural hair color. If your current hairdresser cannot do this, even when you are a paying customer, then a new stylist is what you need. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi Emily, first, I would recommend that you use our hair consultation to find some hairstyle ideas that will be suitable for your hair texture and for your face shape. Then I would try those hairstyles on with your photo in our Virtual Hairstyler. That way you can see how a style might look on you without the risk of cutting or coloring your hair into a look that you'll hate. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, we've got some great hairstyle ideas in our back to school hairstyles blog: Or you can try our hair consultation to see what is recommended for your hair type, face shape, age and other attributes. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi Spuzik, using our hair consultation will help you find the perfect hairstyle to suit your face shape and hair type. Also, this article will give tips and points on what style will suit your round face: "Round Face Shape - Hairstyles That Suit You". Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi Cindy, to find styles that will suit your oblong face shape, thin, wavy shoulder length hair, and for advice about cowlicks, I recommend trying our hair consultation. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi Sherrie, judging by your photos and the description you've given, I'd say that your skin tone most resembles ruddy. If you have freckles, pink undertones (which are obvious in your photos) and blue veins then a cool, ruddy complexion seems most likely. Seeing a hair colorist in person can of course confirm this and also give you a definite answer. As for wanting to try a blonde hair color, having a cool complexion means that light blonde hair colors such as platinum and light ash blonde will suit you. Ask the colorist when you see them what they would recommend is a good color against your skin tone. Seeing a professional, especially when going blonde, means that you can also have the color tailored to suit you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you want to know how you'd look as a blonde then I recommend adding your photo to our Virtual Hairstyler and seeing how you would look with some blonde hairstyles. It's a great risk free way to try out another color without having to touch your hair. If you still can't decide if blonde would be a good look for you then I also recommend taking a trip to a salon and speaking to a hair colorist in person as they will be able to take a look at your skin tone and let you know if a blonde hair color is right for you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, to answer your question, yes, a light ash blond would hide your gray better so if you are happy with this coloring option then I say, go for it! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you're not sure about going with a new hair length then I recommend uploading your photo to the Virtual Hairstyler and trying a few different lengths on. You'll be amazed at the difference some hair lengths will make to your features and doing it risk free on your photo means you won't have to live with a wrong hairstyling decision. As for color, there are plenty of options for covering up grays so ask your hairstylist what they recommend for your current hair condition and complexion. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, it is safe to relax your hair a few months after getting highlights, but how it will affect your highlights all depends on the state of your hair after the 2-3 month break between the processes. Please keep in mind that the more chemicals you use in your hair, the more brittle and weak your hair will become. I would recommend using a hair treatment every week before having the relaxing process done so that your hair is as healthy as possible. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, for the best way to find out which styles will suit your hair type, hair texture, face shape, glasses and other preferences and attributes, I'd recommend that you give our hair consultation a try. It will allow you to select all of the characteristics about your hair that you've mentioned, put in your preferred hair length, and then receive hairstyle matches from our library that you can then add to your own photo to see if they will suit you. Give it a try today! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, for hairstyle ideas based on your face shape, hair length, texture and age, I would recommend trying our hair consultation. It can be found in the makeover menu at the top of this page and will allow you to select all the personal attributes you've mentioned (and more) to find the right hairstyle for you amongst the choices in our range. Give it a go today, and good luck! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I'm glad to hear that you have found some hairstyles that you like with our Virtual Hairstyler and can understand your hesitance about knowing whether or not cutting your hair will help or hinder your curls. The truth is, without being able to see your curls in person, I can't give a definite answer either way so I suggest that you take the styles that you have found to your hairdresser and ask them to asses the haircuts and advise you whether or not they will work with your curls. Curls can be both a blessing and a curse, and no matter the type of hair cut or your hair length, will require you to put in some effort in regards to styling and using styling products if you wish to have a hairstyle that looks great and eliminates the puffiness. I hope I've helped. Good luck!

Hi, from seeing your photos it's looks as if you have a heart shaped face which can suit certain short styles which have volume through the crown and wispy edges around the face. To find the right short style for you, I would recommend giving our hair consultation a try. It will allow you to select your face shape (make sure to read the face shape info provided to confirm your shape) and that your hair is fine so that you can find styles in our library that match. I also recommend taking a look at the following article for ideas on the types of styles to try or to avoid: "Heart Face Shape - Hairstyles That Suit You". I hope I've helped. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, it sounds as if the heated rollers are working well for you as they are giving you the look, body and movement you're after. Using heated rollers will not damage your hair as much as the chemical process of a body perm, and if you're going to be regularly highlighting your hair, then adding the perm process will damage your hair even further. You have said that your hair condition is improving after taking a break from perms so I would suggest sticking with the heated rollers instead of going back to the perming process so that you can get the look that you know suits you, as well as the color you want, without having hair that feels like straw. If you'd like more oomph from your heated rollers then use them with volumizing products such as mousse to add body. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, on average, hair grows at a rate of one-half of an inch per month and unfortunately there is not a lot that can be done to speed this process up. Making sure you have a healthy diet and that you look after your hair can help as healthy locks are less likely to break. Even when growing your hair you still need to get it trimmed regularly to ensure that when you get to the length you want, your hair is strong and looks good. See your stylist once every 2 months for a trim on your ends. For more advice, check out this article: "Growing Your Hair". If you really can't wait for your hair to grow then hair extensions can be a good option. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you're after a hairstyle to suit your face shape then I recommend using our hair consultation. It will allow you to select your face shape and other personal attributes such as your hair length, type and texture to find hairstyles that will suit you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, in order to go blonde at home after being a mocha brown you will need to bleach or shampoo bleach the brown out until you lighten right down to a 9 or 10 base. This may take you a few gos until you reach the level of lightness needed to get to an arctic blonde. Good luck! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, having the color stripped from your hair will cause damage, but you can manage the damage with follow up care such as regular hair treatments and good conditioners. Your hairstylist should be able to recommend products when you go in to have your color stripped, so make sure to have a chat with them about the type of hair care you'll need to do to get your hair back into good condition. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you're after a hairstyle that will suit your age and is a certain length and hair texture then I recommend using our hair consultation. It will allow you to select your age and other personal attributes such as your hair length, type, texture and face shape to find hairstyles that will suit you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, the best hair conditioners to use all depend on your hair type and the condition that your hair is currently in. Because I cannot see your hair up close, it is difficult to recommend any specific products, so I suggest seeing a hairstylist in person so that they can look at your hair and offer you the best advice. Thank you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, yes a burgundy brown would suit your cool dark skin tone. Other options to consider based on your skin tone would be blue black, darkest red, dark violet and darkest brown. I hope you enjoy your hair color change! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, to get any style to stay in your hair it is important to use the right styling products. For curls, try using curl enhancing styling creams and serums before curling, and then plenty of hairspray or setting lotions after. Curls require heat to form the curl, but they also require cold air to set the curl so if you're using hot rollers, allow them to cool in your hair for as long as possible to make your curls last longer.

Hi Marko, the best way to let your hairstylist know what style you want is to print out the picture using our print function and take it with you when you go to the salon. That way your hairdresser will know exactly what you want!

Hi, the best advice I can give about stopping the breakage is that you will need a very good shampoo and conditioner designed to limit hair breakage (check with your salon or your local supermarket), a heavy treatment that can be applied to your hair once a week, and a moisturizing creme that can be applied every day. Also, when styling with heat appliances always use heat protection products and try to limit heat styling as much as you can. Hair that breaks needs lots of TLC and nourishment so a good hair care routine that is followed regularly will help. For ideas, check out this article: "Daily Hair Care Routine in Six Easy Steps". Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, based on the information provided and after looking at your picture, I'd say your complexion is 'peaches and cream'. This is a warm skin tone and will work well with colors that have a warm overtone. Anything from light brown to darkest brown will suit you, so I suggest trying on the warm brown hair colors in our Virtual Hairstyler (each color is listed as warm or cool or both when you hover over the color squares in the color chart). After narrowing down your choices with your photo, visit your hairdresser for a final, personal assessment on the right brown hair color for you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, adding your photo to your account will give you a better idea of which style will look good on you and which ones will suit you based on your face shape and other attributes seen in your photo. Once you've got your photo upload, I recommend trying our hair consultation to find the perfect style for you! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, the hairstyle info listed with each style includes information that any hairdresser will find helpful. Also, taking a printed picture of the style that you want (just use the print function available) will allow your hairdresser to see the exact type and style of the cut that you choose so that they can re-create it for you. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, after looking at your photo I would recommend choosing the oblong face shape when completing our hair consultation. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I would recommend trying our hair consultation. It will allow you to specify your face shape, age, hair length, type and texture etc and then recommend styles in our library that will match those characteristics. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, hair extensions are very high maintenance and can cause damage to your hair so I would not recommend using them if you are after a low-maintenance look while simply just waiting to grow your own hair longer. Although waiting for your hair to grow to a certain length can be quite frustrating, there are plenty of hair styling options that you can try that are low-fuss and professional. For advice about hair extensions, I recommend taking a look at the following article: Hair Extensions. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, instead of dark golden blonde, I would recommend that you try using just dark blonde, which will have more depth in the color and not make your complexion look so washed out. It will also blend in better with what's left of your natural hair color and will still give you the highlighted look on top of your natural grey hair. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I recommend giving our hair consultation a try. It will allow you to choose specifics about yourself and your hair and then recommend styles in our library that will suit you. You can use the consultation as many times as you like so try as many options as you can and have fun with it!. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, for a correct assessment, the best advice I can give is that you see a hair stylist in person as they will be able to see what the tone and and condition of your hair is up close and give you the best course of action for achieving the color that you want. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I would recommend that you try our Find Your Perfect Hairstyle consultation. It will allow you to add your green eyes, thin hair and your age (as well as other important attributes), and help you to pick the right face shape so that you can find hairstyles that will suit and match your features. Good luck! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I've taken a look at your favourites and think that the darker hair shades of brunette and red are the ones that suit you best based on your complexion in the uploaded photo. The color combinations that you have saved are the original colors of the celebrity or salon image used to create the hairstyle so we do not have any indicators on the site that will let you know the exact color. If you print out the favourites you like best and take them to a hairdresser, however, they should be able to match the colors for you and let you know for sure which color combination will work for you by looking at your complexion and hair condition in person. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I'm glad to hear that you have found a style that you like. Taking a picture to your hairdresser is the best way to get the exact look that you want and you should not be embarrassed that it is a celebrity style. In regards to styling your hair, for the best advice and results, I recommend asking your hairdresser when you go to get the cut as they will be able to see your hair up close and in person and can let you know what type of shampoos and styling products will work for you. Hair styling products work best when they are matched to your hair type and texture, and without that information, I am hesitant to recommend anything and think the best course of action is to ask for product advice and styling tips when getting your hair cut. Good luck! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you're not happy with a color job done at a salon then I recommend going back to the salon and letting them know that you wanted a more golden brown look. A good salon should be more than happy to discuss the options with you, and as they can see your hair color and hair condition in person, they will be able to give you the best advice in regards to achieving the color you want and toning down the red. Good luck! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I would recommend taking a look at the following article which can help you decide on your skin tone: Choosing Your Skin Tone and Enhancing Your Hair Color. Once you've decided then our hair consultation will allow you to choose your skin tone and then recommend colors which will suit. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, the only way to take care of split ends is to have them cut off as no amount of hair product will repair the damage. I recommend finding someone to cut the splits ends as soon as possible, as the longer split ends are left, the further they will travel up your hair shaft and cause more damage. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, based on the photo in your account I would say that your face shape is oblong. For more info about your face shape and what hairstyles will suit it, please take a look at this article: Oblong Face Shape - Hairstyles That Suit You. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I would recommend that you try our hair consultation as it will allow you to choose your personal features, such as your forehead and double crown and find hairstyles that will suit. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I would recommend that you try our hair consultation. It will allow you to choose your fine hair texture and age plus other features and receive hairstyles that will suit. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, if you want to keep covering your grey hair then unfortunately dying your roots is going to be part of your hair color upkeep. In regards to highlights, they will grow out just as quickly as your roots do so they are not an ideal solution. I recommend having a chat with a hairstylist in person who can see the level of grey and the condition of your hair up close and can then advise which hair colors you can try that will help to camouflage your grey, even as your roots and color grow out. If you're willing to let the grey take over then they can also advise you on the best way to do this and what color tones you can try to compliment a full grey hair color. Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.

Hi, I would recommend that you do see a hairdresser in person as they will be able to assess the actual damage to your hair, suggest a hair color that will hold, and give you salon quality highlights which will make a big difference to the fading you've been experiencing. Good luck! Kind regards, Serah Schuster - THS Hair Consultant.