Who says hair needs length to have movement? A fresh clean pixie cut comes alive with the interplay of ever-so-subtly varied shades of brunette, blended upwards into lighter strands of the same palette throughout the crown. Achieved with thoughtful highlighting, overlay and Natural Glisten for that “soft focus effect” over all. Recommended products: For short styles like this one especially, hair benefits from skipping a day — or even more — between shampoos.  Forgoing suds helps extend color & conditioning treatments. Plus, natural oils in hair provide texture, manageability. Rene Furterer’s NATURA dry shampoo instantly cleans hair without water. Absorbs excess oil, odors & impurities. Long-time stylist secret weapon & celebrity favorite....

Emily loved her punky pink hair color but like all good things, its time had come to an end. She wanted a more versatile look:  something that could be sleek & professional for work — but she still wanted color & length to play with on the weekends. Daniel mixed up a golden-chestnut overlay that shaded her neon highlights to a shimmery natural auburn. Natural Glisten further blended her varied hues and diminished brassiness. Recommended Products: In addition to Rene Furterer’s entire Okara product line for color-treated hair, Rene Furterer’s Vegetal modeling paste is great for experimenting with dramatic styles, especially for short & medium-length hair. This matte-finishing clay  molds, defines, and sets any style for all-day hold & control....

  Kim sought to update the hair color she’d favored for years to a livelier shade, with more depth and sophistication. Good idea! As time passes, changes in hair structure alter how color affects the cuticle. The same golden hues that once flattered Kim’s skin tones might turn ashy or brassy, reflecting hair density changes. Daniel enriched her natural blondish-brown with a warm coppery espresso overlay — a conditioning treatment, not a chemical process. Hair is supple, shiny, youthful, manageable. Natural Glisten softens, lifts and enlivens. A fresh cut frames Kim’s face; parting her hair at a slightly different angle creates more volume at the crown. Recommended products: Rene Furterer’s Okara line for color-treated hair (of course) . Kim’s locks could also benefit from Rene Furterer’s CARTHAME leave-in conditioner with moisturizing milk & “Carthame,” a safflower extract rich in essential fatty acids and Vitamin E for incredible shine with lightness &...

Here we have a “makeunder” — not all transformations occur on the outside.  Cheers for loving your long hair, naturally! Patricia came to us feeling blah about her hair, but not really up for a change. Both she & Daniel agreed her natural honey blonde shade was a winner —  quite lovely and flattering for her complexion. But it could use a bit more… life. Daniel used a clear overlay to coat each strand (and seal the ends) for ultimate condition & shine. Hair’s natural character remains, but with renewed gloss, strength & manageability. Daniel’s trim didn’t remove much length but added the softest, slightest angled layers. This subtle technique highlights Patricia’s delicate features so she’s not lost in sea of luminous locks. So this was more of an “inner” transformation:  from feeling “meh” about a current look to loving it. All it takes is a trained eye like Daniel’s to see where just a smidge of improvement can make all the difference. Recommended products: Rene Furterer’s LISSEA line of smoothing products controls frizz & static while protecting from heat & humidity. Nourishes, moisturizes, volumizes, too — a real godsend for full heads of hair like Patricia’s. (check out our recent blog post “Review Round-Up: Rene Furterer LISSEA” for a summary of independent reviews on these products by popular beauty bloggers and...

One of our favorite transformations, yet — a true hair rehab for a super stylish chick.  It’d been awhile since Rachel had been to a salon; for years, she’d experimented with different hair colors, different stylists & home treatments. She’d been growing out her last cut — a chin-length bob — for many months when she finally sat down in Daniel’s chair, bummed about her over-processed hair. Daniel quickly reassured her she could keep her length and even color her hair again thanks to gentle new treatments like overlay, which temporarily repairs damage by sealing every strand of hair in a glossy, protective coating that gradually wears off over time. They chose a deep espresso gloss to offset bright cardinal swaths framing her face. We particularly love how her choppy new bangs add edge while softening the contrast between her dark hair & ivory skin. The bangs also bring interest to Rachel’s smooth brow — check out how the high part in her Before pic draws attention a w a y from her eyes, while this new haircut practically underlines them! (BTW, beautiful brow job, Rachel) Recommended products: In addition to Rene Furterer’s Okara product line, Rachel should consider Rene Furterer’s KARITÉ intense nourishing oil to keep her over-worked locks in top condition. It’s a luscious-smelling (orange! vanilla!), luxurious deep-conditioning treatment for before you shampoo your hair. Simply massage into dry, unwashed scalp & hair 5 to 10 minutes before you step in the shower. Shea oil and other natural fatty acids protect, repair and even rebuild the structure of the...