Page 11 - Fashion issue

Summer Hair Obsession- What’s Hot in 2012 ?

By Justin Hanover

Color this summer goes
beyond basic and incor-
porates a bevy of new
hues. Technology has
made available a larger
array of colors
and tones than ever
before. While it is most
important to choose a
gorgeous shade that
compliments your skin
tone, you are no longer
limited in the color you
choose.
Styling this summer
favors classic American
looks. Polished pony
tails are a great option
for longer tresses.
Deconstructed braids
and knots are also a fun
way to take your look
from casual to so-
phisticated. A bouncy
blow-out is always a
great way to enhance
your hair. San Diego Woman
Visiting a professional
can help demystify the
array of new products
out there and teach you
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how to easily recreate
looks at home. Many
new styling products
have come on the
market lately and they
can save you time and
frustration. There are
many products on the
market to reduce blow dry time (one of my favorites is N4 blow dry
As summer approaches, one of the most common questions I am lotion). Argon oil, such as L'Oreal Mythic Oil, can help you achieve
asked by my clients is ”what is new and trendy this summer?” For the perfect slicked back pony tail. A sea spray, like KMS Sea Salt
2012, my answer is wearable, casual hair that is polished but not Spray, can make you look like you've just stepped off the beach
too structural. Summer is also a time of year that I encourage (even if you haven't had time to get there all summer).
clients to try something new and a great time of year to experiment The key to taking any trend to the streets is to do it in a way that
with change and try a new sunny shade or style. works for you. Considering your hair type, lifestyle and amount of
Texture can be a great way to update your look, without making a maintenance required is the key to incorporating any fun summer
drastic change. Adding lots of texture to your hair can allow you to look into your life. A slight modification can lead to a total make-
have a polished look at the office and a more deconstructed, casual over, so step out of your comfort zone and have a little fun this
look for the weekend. summer.
Ombre hair color is a hot trend this summer. With ombre hair the
hair is darker at the root and lightens or changes color as you reach Justin Hanover is a master stylist at Bb Hair Art in the Rancho Penas-
the ends of your hair. You can choose to go as subtle or as drastic quitos area of San Diego. He has been doing hair for 13 years. He has
as you want. Using heavy highlights near the lower portion of your been residing in San Diego for 15 years with his wife and two children.
locks, to a full change in hue from root to tip, you can choose how Bb Hair Art is located at 12778 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd. suite D, San
to make this look work with your lifestyle. Diego Ca 92129. Contact Justin at (619) 339-3385.