Journal
Notes from the chair
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August 15, 2026
Summer vs. Winter Hair Care in Southern California
How Inland Empire seasons actually treat color-treated hair — sun, pools, and dry wind — and what to change when the light shifts.
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July 21, 2026
Healthy Hair Between Appointments
A simple between-visit routine for color-treated hair — wash less, treat the ends, and stop buying twelve products you will not use.
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June 18, 2026
What to Bring to a Color Consult
How to walk into a color consult ready — photos, history, lifestyle — so the formula fits your hair instead of a swatch book.
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May 2, 2026
How Often Should You Trim Your Hair?
A honest take on trim timing — dusting versus a real reshape — so you are not in the chair every four weeks for no reason.
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April 8, 2026
Balayage Aftercare: Keep Hand-Painted Color Soft
How to wash, wait, and treat balayage so the melt stays blended — a practical aftercare guide from the Cosmo by Lauren chair.