Category: Janes - Dry Hair

Say goodbye to cold winds and hello to the warm sunshine! Spring and Summer is the perfect time for a new hair color! 2010 Spring/Summer hair color trends are warm and natural looking, nothing too extreme or harsh.

Blondes - Golden tresses with warm highlights that are well blended. Platinum blond can be hot if done right and kept from looking brassy.

Reds - Natural looking shades of red hair, if you prefer a bolder red go for shades of plum and copper.

Brunettes - Shades of hazelnut, coffee, and caramel with highlights are seamless and well blended.

Color treated hair requires tender loving care…and MOISTURE! Remember, moisture means water not “grease”. Jane Carter Solution has what you need, try:

• Moisture Nourishing Shampoo
• Nutrient Replenishing Conditioner
• Revitalizing Leave-In Conditioner
• Hair Nourishing Serum
• Hair Nourishing Cream

Did you try a fabulous new hair color this summer or add some highlights? I’d love to see, post your picture on my Facebook page!

Love Your Hair,

Summer is officially here! Join me on the Ask Jane Blog as we launched our Summer Hair Series on Tuesday, July 6^th. I’ll help you navigate your way through the scorching summer months by discussing how to keep your hair healthy and stylishly carefree. We’ll talk about protecting your hair from salt and chlorine, curl control, caring for colored tresses and much more!

Our Featured Product of the Month is Natural Hold Spray Gel; an alcohol free, water based spritz that provides soft hold for curls. It serves as heat protectant when using a flat-iron or curling iron and smoothes the hair cuticle for a frizz-free finish! Spread the word about our 20% off coupon on your next purchase of Natural Hold Spray Gel (coupon code: freed0m).

Stay tuned for more information about our amazing new product, Curl Defining Cream, plus information about events that I’ll be attending during July. I look forward to seeing you!

Love your SUMMER hair,

My favorite time of the year is approaching - summer! I love a bit of summer fun, ESPECIALLY in the water. There is nothing better than taking a dip in the pool or having a family day at the beach…wherever I choose to play; my hair cocktail will keep damage away.

Hair needs to be protected from chlorine, sea salt, and the sun. Chlorine and salt water will dry, discolor, and damage your hair - chlorine binds to your hair, filling in gaps in the hair shaft while the minerals in salt water can make your hair brassy and brittle. The results? SEVERE DEHYDRATION!

The following steps will protect your hair until you get home or back to your hotel room if vacationing.

Summer Hydration Cocktail

1. Before diving in, completely wet hair with water and Revitalizing Leave-In Conditioner.
2. Apply a thin layer of Nutrient Replenishing Conditioner.
3. Dive in!
4. Immediately rinse hair thoroughly with water and rehydrate with Revitalizing Leave-In Conditioner until you are able to shampoo and condition later that same day.

After a day of sun and swimming, I recommend doing the following to take care of your hair and scalp:

• Shampoo twice with Hydrating Invigorating Shampoo SLS Free
• Follow with Nutrient Replenishing Conditioner under a conditioning cap and apply heat for deeper conditioning
• Rehydrate with Leave-In Conditioner and style as usual.

Remember to moisturize daily with Hair Nourishing Cream or Nourish & Shine to restore and maintain moisture balance (for your hair and your skin).

The goal is to hydrate, hydrate, and then hydrate some more! It’s imperative to steer clear of synthetic oils such as mineral and/or petrolatum oil, as they further dehydrate hair. Also avoid products that contain drying alcohol and sulfates. Remember, hydration is essential in protecting your crowning glory!

Love your Hair,