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Runs Businesses with Scissors Gosh it's officially the middle of January 2016 and that means you should have already made a business plan for the year. How are you going to make 2016 your best year yet? I encourage you to include plans for both your business life and your personal life, 2016 here we come! Two aspects that I notice are often overlooked when developing a business plan are marketing and scheduled time off. Marketing not only brings in new customers, it also helps maintain loyal clients, and let's them know that you value them very, very much.   I strongly encourage you to plan at least one quarter ahead.  January is well underway, what are you doing for February and March?  Need help, give me a call and we can plan the marketing and promotions that suit your clients and your business. Scheduling personal time off is also very important as it ensures that you have time to relax, clear your mind, and return to work refreshed. When you are cle...

HairQueen News It's officially 2016! I hope everyone had a festive holiday season spent with family and friends. As the new years begins, it's time to try new things, retire old routines and make positive changes in your life. Here in the boutique salon, things are changing as well. Marisa Fullerton is joining Swans Studios as a hairstylist in the front studio. For more information about Marisa check out her website at marisafullerton.com . As for yourself, one of the easiest changes you can make is to your hair. A new hairstyle or hair color can make you feel like a whole new you! Which leads us to the question of the month below. Question of the Month Question:  How do I update my look for the new year? Answer: It's surprising what a difference a small change can make to freshen up a haircut or color.  Also a sight change can be drastic for some and pointless to others. Start with looking at pictures of haircuts and colors that you like and bring t...

HairQueen News It's officially the holiday season and that means tis the season of holiday parties and family gatherings. Do you have your outfits picked out for the the events coming up in the next few weeks? What about your hairstyles? If you need inspiration, check out these winter hair trends. Trends of the Season This season, there are two primary trends: braided updos and hair accessories. Braided Updos: Hair accessories: Or you could combine the two styles for a very trendy look! Question of the Month Question: "I want to curl my hair for a holiday party.  What can I do to make sure my curls will hold throughout the evening?" Answer: It is all about the foundation. To have your curls last throughout the evening, here are my curl tips for you. For best result if possible start with unclean hair  rather than a fresh shampoo, one day of unclean hair is fine. Use a light hold hairspray and spray your...

HairQueen News Thanksgiving is right around the corner and as we approach the holiday season, it seems we are reminded everywhere of the importance to take time to reflect and say thanks for the blessings in our lives. One of my practices is to do a daily action list, with an action partner.  We do this electronically, it helps us to both stay on task with our personal and professional goals.  This month I started adding three to four gratitude's at the end of my list. This small change has added a delightful sense of happiness to my day. The list looks something like this: Gratitudes: Good health Great clients Good tea Friends and family Trends of the Season The holidays are also a great time to try something new with your hair. Updating your hair doesn't need to be dramatic. The trends for this holiday season show that little changes can have a big impact. Bangs Since the start of fall, many celebrities have opted to update their look ...

HairQueen News: Can you believe it's already halfway through October? Where did the year go? The holiday season will be here sooner than you think and now is the time to start planning for your holiday hairstyles. Trends of the Season: Looking for some Halloween hair inspiration? Check out these spooky hairstyles! Want to wear one of these hairstyles to a Halloween party? Book an appointment with me so we can create your Halloween look. Product of the Month: Hairspray All my hairsprays are on 10% Off this Month.  Stock up for the holiday season.  Hairspray is your friend at any holiday party.  Check with me next time you are in and I can advise on the hairspray that is perfect for you. Problem of the Month: Question: Why is my hair is dull? Help :( Answer:  Dull hair can be caused by a number of factors.  First it might be that you need a good hair cut to get rid of dull and split ends.  Second, there could be build-up from overu...

HairQueen News: I've been back in Oakland for a few weeks after a three week-long vacation in England and Ireland. It was an amazing trip, part heritage, part  reunion, part tourist and very inspirational.     I am so grateful that I was able to visit my old stomping ground, London, as well as to visit places new to me.  To name most of them, I was in London, Oxford, Cornwall, Mautby, Much Wenlock, Dingle, Mulingar, Galway, Dublin and Essex. My husband and I did a home and car exchange through  Homeexchange.com . I highly recommend this as a way to travel and experience life in new places beyond the usual tourist sights. I found myself looking for new and different trends in hair and clothing from what we have here in the Bay Area, where I live and work.  Quiet honestly, I saw a lot of similarities between America and the British Isles.  The big name brands scan the oceans and the street fashion is similar in an urban way. One of t...

HairQueen News Greetings from England! If you haven’t heard, I’m currently in England and will be back in California on August 25th. England, in London, is where I started my hairdressing career as a Saturday girl in a small boutique salon; I feel like I have come full circle.  Whilst in London I will be observing the London fashion and hair trends for inspiration and ideas to bring home to America with me.     In the meantime here is some information about a new trend: the colombré. Trend of the Season We all remember the ombré trend last summer, where the bottom half of the hair is lightened to a blond color, leaving the top half natural.  Ombré hair So now that the ombre trend is officially over, what’s the latest trend for 2015? Thanks to Kylie Jenner, the answer is colombré .  Kylie Jenner Colombré is when you color the bottom half of your hair and leave the top half natural. It’s a quick upgrade for anyone who is still s...