Trend Of The Moment
EDGY EBONY
Come over to the dark side and try a sexy hue as gorgeous as the night sky! Need inspiration? Take a color cue from these deliciously deep shades…
MIDNIGHT MANE
Tress pro Tiffany Themes of Main Attractions Hair Studio in Kernersville, NC, shows off high-shine haircolor thanks to a sleek crown and tantalizing textures. A drop of oil sheen really makes this black shade come to life!
LUSCIOUS LICORICE
This short Natural colored Alice “Doll” Tyson of Dolls Beauty Salon in Laurel, MD, is simply stunning! Wearing an ultra-cropped cut, the main focus is on the gorgeous dark shade, which looks amazing in any light.
ONYX OPULENCE
Jeremy “Headhunter” Scott of Wigsplittaz in Savannah, GA, puts a unique twist on the faux ‘Hawk by applying a deep tress hue and playing with textures to make this hot crop really pop. Now go out there and work the runway!
STAR STYLE INSPIRATION
Always keeping her lush lengths on-point, Basketball Wives star Jennifer Williams stuns wearing extensions in a striking shade of ebony to match her own haircolor.
TIP OF THE MOMENT
Take the time to weigh your options when you’re looking for a new hue. Once you apply a really dark shade, lifting your haircolor could take time, especially if you want to go all the way to a platinum hue from a basic black haircolor. Experiment with wigs to see if a deep hue is right for you and know what you’re getting into before you commit to a new shade!
my hair is naturally black. i colored it burgundy about 3years ago and kept it up. i got tired of it and colored i colored it back black. well now i wanna do something new. cinnamen brown on top and a shade darker then honey blonde. how long should i wait before making an attempt
sorry i didnt see my comment posted earlier and i wrote it over just shorter. but i still need help and advise. cause i really want to try this but not damage my hair
Hi DeJa: When was your last color service? Wait a few months and give your hair a break before running another chemical process. Also, consult a professional colorist who will have the skill and knowledge to lift your haircolor and maintain the integrity of your hair.
i really need help. My hair is naturally black but i colored it burgundy and kept it that way for three years. well bacck in febuary i colored it back black. cause i want my hair cinniamin brown on top and the bottoen a shade darker then honey blonde. how long should i wait to color it those colors. i know with the blondde ill have to bleach it but i dont this black messing it up.
I am a hairstylist in North Carolina an hair color is big here. I love the carmel an blondes. I myself have the black on the bottom an reddish color on top. I keep up wit sophisticates new styles but i also do my thang to it.
Thanks for stopping by, Shania! We’re happy you love the shades showcased in SBH. Keep doin’ your thang!
I am a hairdresser and i love these colors!!!!
Thanks for the love, Robyn. There are many more spectacular shades in the May 2012 issue, and keep an eye out for the June issue…on stands soon!
This shampoo lrleay does smooth my hair. I’ve also bought the conditioner but if I forget to use it sometimes, the shampoo is enough to smooth my thick, wavy hair which has a tendency to frizz. Once, I bought their moisture shampoo by accident and using that alone, my hair was back to frizzy. It has been kind to my color and I love how soft my hair feels with this product. Finally, a smoothing product that works and doesn’t feel like it’s greasy or slick. I highly recommend this if you’re the type that has to use the hair dryer and flat iron to straighten your hair. I now don’t even have to blow dry my hair and it comes out nice and smooth. I’m thrilled I can just buy this at the local grocery store. I thought I’d check here to see if the price was better but it isn’t. I wanted to leave a review though to say the product is great though.
Thanks for the review, Wicho!
I'm going to miss ur pic ueadtps and such. They are an inspiration. I am in a rut trying to get my Locs to lay down. At 3"-4" they usually stick straight up or are crinkled. Ug! Ur blogs give me hope… I'd love to hear more about herbal rinses. How they're done, which herbs, etc. LOVE UR BLOG!
Hi Maria: We’re checking with our experts!
Hi Maria: SBH expert panelist Jacqueline Tarrant has an answer for you. It is not unusual for locs of your length to resist lying down. As they grow to five inches and longer, the additional length and weight will direct them into a downward position. In the meantime, you can train them to lay down by tying them down while still moist after shampooing and at night. Also, keep an eye out for upcoming issues of SBH to learn more about herbal rinses!