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If we can all agree on one thing, it's that Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year.  At Que Colour, we do one sale a year, and that is Black Friday. So get ready because this is THE TIME to stock up on your cult favourites, sort out Christmas shopping early or invest in that product you have been thinking about.  We’re all about quality over quantity; so we have a curated selection of brands that we truly love and trust to work wonders for your hair.  From Christophe Robin to Ibiza Hair, it can be hard to know what works best for you. That’s why we have all the details right here on our Black Friday picks to help you start 2024 with your best hair yet!    Top Shampoos For Healthy Hair Sale Picks If you have dandruff, try the Christophe Robin Purifying Sea Salt Scrub Cleanse, purify and restore balance to the scalp! This iconic scrub works to exfoliate the scalp and detoxifies it in the same way as using an exfoliation treatment on your face would - it buffs away flakiness and product build-up to reveal the healthier, revitalised skin underneath.  Shop Now   For those with fine hair, try the Christophe Robin Volumising Paste with Rhassoul & Rose  Who doesn’t want their hair to smell like roses? This innovative paste transforms into an airy, volumizing foam to enhance fine, flat or thin hair so it looks denser and feels instantly thicker. Perfect for those bouncy blow outs. Enriched with Pure Rhassoul (a Moroccan volcanic clay) and French rose blend, hair is infused with a soft, light feel whilst immediately boosting body at the roots.  Shop Now   If you have dry hair, try the Christophe Robin Hydrating Shampoo  This silky moisture-rich shampoo, composed of aloe vera and flaxseed oil, restores the appearance of dry, dull hair and gently cleanses so the scalp feels invigorated and hair looks luminous and shiny. Shop Now   For those with more normal type hair, try Larry King Good Life Shampoo  Formulated using scalp-loving green tea extract, Biotin and Vitamin B5 to help provide long-lasting moisture and prevent colour-treated damage. It nourishes, hydrates and strengthens the hair. Perfect to use mid-week when your hair is looking a little dull, tired and lacklustre and needs a little hump day pick me up. Shop Now   Top Conditioners For Healthy Hair Sale Picks Best All Rounder - Christophe Robin Hydrating Melting Mask with Aloe Vera  We love this silky conditioning mask for its ultra-light texture, melting beautifully into the hair to enhance shine and reduce frizz. Your hair will feel soft, supple and manageable.  Shop Now   Best for Fine Hair - Christophe Robin Volumising Conditioner This lightweight conditioner, packed with Rosehip Seed Oil and Baobab Leaf, offers long-lasting, natural-looking volume, leaving a soft finish, hair feels luxuriant and more manageable. Shop Now   Best Cool-Girl Conditioner - Larry King Liquid Hairbrush Conditioner Formulated using Pea Protein, Japanese Camellia Oil and Avocado Oil to replenish, moisturise and smooth without weighing hair down. Moisturises your hair from within, seals down the hair cuticle & has incredible detangling benefits. We love that it comes with a refillable option to help you save $$  Shop Now Top Conditioners For Healthy Hair Sale Picks The hair mask loved by SOFIA RICHIE for her iconic clean girl bun!!! - Christophe Robin Regenerating Mask with Prickly Pear. This is our most expensive mask (for a good reason) and rarely goes on sale - so stock up! We swear by this hair mask, and so does Sofia Richie. It's creamy, intensely nourishing and gives the hair a visible glossy luminosity. Full of Prickly Pear Oil, this mask offers support to dry, damaged or chemically treated hair giving it an instantly sumptuous look. Shop Now   Expensive Blonde - Christophe Robin Baby Blonde  We all know that over summer, your blonde fades and goes yellow easily, so to all our  blondes’ you must stock up! There's nothing else like this vibrant, iris-hued colour colour-correcting mask. It works to correct blonde tones, neutralise yellow and grey tones to restore pure, radiant colour. Shop Now Top Hair Styling Products For Healthy Hair Sale Picks Best Styling All Rounder - Larry King Volumising Mist This mist smells like a hot man, with notes of musk, amber and rosemary. We love this as does celebrity stylist Larry King. Multi-tasking, super-lightweight, fragranced hair mist which leaves hair soft with a product-free feel while adding volume to roots and body to mid-lengths and ends.  Shop All   Best for Summer Hair - Christophe Robin Hydrating Mist This lightweight mist is a leave-in conditioner that keeps hair hydrated all day, every day. Ideal for refreshing your look in between washes, after application, hair feels more supple and manageable with a noticeable shine and luminosity. Perfect to spritz on after a swim. Shop Now   Best for Wavy to Curly Hair - Christophe Robin Curl Cream For all our girls with curly hair, we love this cream! It contains a gorgeous blend of chia and nigella seed oils to control frizz and enhances the shape and texture of waves and curls so they appear smooth, shiny and instantly more defined. Shop Now   Best Hair Brushes Sale Pick                   Your brush plays a vital role in the outcome of your blowout. It’s worth investing in high-quality tools here as they will last you forever! Best for Bangs - Ibiza B Series Boar Bristle brushes provide more stretch and tension on the hair, leaving you with ultimate shine. The bristles are more gentle on the scalp and help redistribute natural oils from your scalp and add more shine. Shop Now Best for Long Hair - Ibiza RLX5 We know how hard it can be to find a brush that works with long hair. Swirl-reinforced boar bristles and a concave barrel allow this brush to contour to the head shape naturally and easily creating a smooth shiny look. Shop Now   Best for Wet Brushing - Ibiza Contour Brush or AirWave Brush The AirWave Brush is specifically designed to be used before, during or after a shower, spa, ocean, pool, or shampoo bowl. Made from carbon fibre resin, it is heat resistant and perfect for blow drying or ironing work.  Shop Now   We love the Ibiza Contour Brush!! Made with boar bristles and soft nylon it is amazing adding shine and natural texture. Shop Now Best for Dry Styling - Ibiza CX8 This is Europe’s number one selling brush!! Featuring extra long rounded metal pins and resistant carbonised wood this amazing brush works to give texture and bounce to the hair.  Shop Now AND FOR THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE… Try the - Larry King Velvet Texture Clay This texture clay is non-greasy with a matt finish and it smells incredible with notes of cashmere and cedarwood. It adds the perfect amount of hold without heavy product. The perfect gift for any man this Christmas!!  Shop Now To wrap it all up  These are our top picks to help you shop our one & only sale of the year! No matter what you pick, amongst our amazing selection of products, there is something for everyone.  Follow us on our socials for all the latest trends and tips for healthy hair and healthy colour -  TikTok and Instagram.   

There are so many healthy hair hacks to achieve strong vibrant locks, we have a few for you! We will give you the full rundown on our fave healthy hair hacks, the best products to use for strong and vibrant locks and what can help your hair best in and out of the salon! Our best healthy hair hack  is having a strong hair care routine at home. This is just as important as regular visits to the salon to keep your hair and colour healthy. Why Do I Need a Hair Care Routine? A hair care routine that is in tune with you and your hair needs is just as important as what happens in the salon. A good shampoo and conditioner combo free of silicones and sulphates is super important. To add to this a good hair mask full of nutrients and vitamins afterwards will take your hair to the next level.  Healthy Hair Hacks to Reduce Heat Damage Air drying your hair isn't a new technique however, it is a way to restore your hair to its optimum health by giving it a rest from the hot styling tools. Air drying your hair will be a step in giving you long lasting colour, faster growing hair and stronger healthier locks.  A hot tip if you have bangs or face framing layers is to blow dry just the fringe of your hair while you let the rest dry naturally, or tie the rest back in a high pony. This automatically gives a polished look without the effort.  You can try out the “heatless hair kits”  which we have seen so many influential people using - by wrapping your damp hair around a curling ribbon and tying it together whilst you sleep (or finish getting ready) these kits give you curler results without the 200 degree celsius heat.   If you can't break up with your hair straightener, the next best thing is to invest in a heat protectant product. This is a must have for every one using heat stylers, the GHD bodyguard heat protectant shields your hair against the heat of straighteners, tongs, wands and hair dryers with ghd Heat Protect Spray. This thermal protectant creates an invisible barrier on the hair, defending against heat damage and creating a smoother, shinier finish.   What Products Will Keep My Hair Colour Healthy And Long Lasting?  The Colour shield shampoo and Colour shield mask combo by Christophe Robin is ELITE for extending the life of your colour at home. The Colour shield shampoo with camu-camu berries by Christophe Robin is perfect for any bleached, highlighted or coloured hair. This gently cleansing shampoo is expertly created to help lock in colour radiance for longer to protect it from fading so it has a lasting lustrous, glossy and freshly coloured look. Colour shield cleansing Mask  is an essential product for any coloured hair. This gently low-foaming cleansing mask is expertly created to help prolong the vibrancy of colour treated hair, respects hair’s natural precious oils so lengths feel intensely nourished with a glossy, long-lasting radiance. The pigmented hair masks by Chriostophe Robin provide hair colour treatments to neutralise unwanted tones or to enhance your natural hair colour. There are 5 Shade Variation Masks to choose from, including Baby Blonde, Golden Blonde, Chic Copper, Warm Chestnut and Ash Brown. This is such a quick and easy way to extend the life of your colour at home between salon treatments with a 5–20-minute hair toner mask treatment. What Do I Do If I Have a Dry Scalp? A dry and stressed scalp can be so normal. This can be caused from using products that strip the natural oils in your hair or just simply the weather. Healthy hair starts at the scalp! It is here that each hair’s journey begins and so to provide the best environment for your hair to thrive and grow longer and stronger, it’s time to incorporate a detox treatment. Christophe Robin’s Purifying Mask with Thermal Mud draws out impurities, pollution and styling build up in a deeper way.The thermal mud sits on the scalp allowing the formula to reach the pores and lift product from strands while remineralising the scalp and softening the hair. Refer back to our previous blog for the 411 on all things Purifying Thermal mud mask! We would highly recommend the Cleansing scrub with sea salt by Christophe Robin, to cleanse, purify and restore balance to the scalp! Exfoliating the scalp detoxes it in the same way as using an exfoliation treatment on your face would - it buffs away flakiness and product build up to reveal the healthier, revitalised skin underneath.  It can also be used as a post-colour treatment to soothe tingling and itching sensations!  At Home Healthy Hair Hacks One of our number 1 tips is - Don’t brush when wet. When our hair is wet it is at its weakest state, to avoid any breakage we suggest detangling your hair PRE shower on dry hair with Ibiza hair airwave shower brush which was created to effortlessly glide through any hair. Do not brush your hair again until up to 50% dry. Then if you’re styling opt for a blonde boar bristle brush which is designed for hair to gently and naturally smooth frizz, enhance shine and preserve hair integrity.  The silk pillowcase trend was big for a reason... It works. Whilst you sleep, tossing and turning creates friction between our hair and the pillow causing tangles, split ends and breakage. Silk pillowcases dramatically reduce this friction by helping your hair to retain moisture. Cotton pillowcases absorb moisture from your hair, while silk leaves that hydration right where it belongs. That means if you suffer from dry strands or a flaky scalp, a silk pillowcase will be a lifesaver.      What Can Help My Hair In The Salon? Those dead ends need to go! Having regular haircuts and trims are super important to maximise hair health. Haircuts should be every 10-12 weeks to eliminate breakage and maintain luscious locks. A good haircut promotes better scalp circulation, helping stimulate healthier hair growth. Regular cuts and treatments can also help reduce damage from heat styling. Adding an in-salon treatment to these cuts can be a game changer!  In-salon treatments are another way to strengthen and repair colour treated hair or just to bring a show stopping shine to any hair. At Que Colour we offer a range of different treatments in the salon to keep your hair and colour super healthy. These can be for in between colour visits or when you're at your colour appointment.  One of our favourite treatments at QUE Colour is the Colour Shine. Free from ammonia, alcohol and peroxide, Sebastian Cellophanes are a “hair-friendly” colour gloss. As well as heightening the reflectivity of each strand, Cellophanes strengthen hair, preserves natural moisture balance and protects against UV. The Wella plex leave in treatment is also a lifesaver for bleached and damaged hair. It helps to repair and reconstruct damaged and dry hair with moisturising ingredients. These are both accessible, quick treatments that you can find at most hair salons! These treatments really work wonders in your hair when you have them every 6-8 weeks. And the best part is it is an affordable way to get a celebrity-worthy shine. To have beautiful vibrant locks, having healthy hair is our biggest tip, because any colour always looks better on healthy hair! We hope you use some of our healthy hair hacks to achieve the BEST hair. Follow us on our socials for all the latest trends on healthy hair and healthy colour -  TikTok and Instagram. To book with us at Que Colour, call us on - 02 9331 4444 or email us at info@quecolour.com.

Natural blondes are so lucky, they have the colour so many of us pay for and wish we had! In this blog we are going to give you the 411 on all things natural blonde hair. There are so many levels that contribute to being a blonde and maintaining your dream colour. In this blog, we will cover all the different types of blonde hair, the hair care routine that will take your natural hair health to the next level, we will also touch on how to enhance your natural colour without colouring or commitment and all the steps that will lead you to having your DREAM hair colour.  These are all the different types of Natural Blonde hair: Sandy Blonde The inspiration for this Sandy blonde colour comes from the sand, this shade does not contain a lot of golden or ash tones. It is more of a neutral shade that will be reflecting some warmth when exposed to sunlight. Looking for a blonde with a little less maintenance, opt for a subtle root shadow with this colour and this one's for you! Exepnsive Honey Blonde The warm Honey blonde hair colour that is trending at the moment has caught our eye here at Que colour. It is warm yet bright, light but not heavily bleached looking. For this colour we would recommend asking for warm tones but not brassy. Think Werther's original caramel not caramello koala. To learn all about this colour visit our previous blog all about Expensive Honey Blonde. Scandinavian Blonde This bright platinum colour is one of the most requested blondes yet. White hot blonde is so popular at the moment and at Que colour we are all about the new scandi hairline technique. To give that White hot blonde effect we are bleaching the fluffy baby hairs around the face to give that halo of lightness. Similar to a scandi hairline, face framing foils are another way to achieve this super blonde effect. Be prepared as this colour requires more frequent visits to your salon and a strong hair care routine at home! Golden Blonde Golden blonde is a shiny, almost iridescent blonde that looks best on healthy hair. This blonde is so warm and rich, it is a colour mixture of honey, golden, and buttery blonde tones. This blonde suits people with skin that has warm undertones and lighter eyes.  Neutral Blonde Neutral blonde is a colour in the middle of cool and warm tones. It can either be a shade that isn't too warm or too cool like a beige or a creation that features both warm and cool tones. We like to think of buttery, biscuit tones similar to the beige latte hair colour. How to Change My Natural Blond Hair Colour? Sooo… you're wanting to leave your blonde hair and join the dark side? We've got you covered. Although it may take more than one session to get your hair exactly how you want it, booking in for a tint semi permanent colour is always a good place to start. Not ready to commit to anything just yet, the Christophe Robin’s Shade Variation Masks will be your best friend! This one you don’t need a professional for, simply shampoo your hair like normal, towel dry and then apply from root to tip and leave on for 30 minutes.  This treatment uses natural pigment to nurture and tone your locks every so slightly. These come in many different shades including, Baby Blonde, Golden Blonde and Chic copper. Lasting only 2-3 washes, this is the ultimate no commitment!  We always recommend booking in for a consultation so you and your colourist are on the same page. To avoid confusion remember to take at least 3 reference photos to your hairstylist. This will help leave no room for error when making the change! It’s important to remember that this contrast in lightness is different on the screen to real life, so we always opt for a more subtle change first that can then be built on. How To Invest In Your Hair Care Routine at Home? Healthy hair and healthy will never go out of fashion, but what does healthy colour really mean?  Regular visits to the salon to keep your colour fresh is important but it's no secret that healthy colour on healthy hair will always look shinier, glossier, and hold style better. One of the biggest elements to keeping your colour and hair healthy is a strong hair care routine. Giving your hair TLC at home means investing in good quality products. It is ESSENTIAL to use products that are both sulphate and silicone free. Sulphates can clog pores and close your hair cuticles which completely strips away the natural oils of your hair. Silicones are ingredients made up of silica (a plastic-like element found in sand). Silicones can build up on the scalp and suffocate your hair follicles, causing  irritation and dandruff. Silicone free formulas lead to overall scalp health and healthy hair starts at the scalp!  BUT don’t worry, we have a range of different products that will elevate your hair care routine to the next level. Christophe Robin and Larry King are both brands we swear by at Que colour. The Larry King Collection features high-end ingredients and formulas that are both effective and sustainable. If you are a natural blonde with no colour we would HIGHLY recommend the Good life Shampoo and the Liquid hairbrush conditioner. If you are a bleached blonde we always recommend something more hydrating! Like a multi vitamin for your hair, The Larry King Good Life Shampoo will leave your hair feeling renewed and refreshed. This product helps to provide UV protection and prevent colour fading. Formulated using scalp loving green tea extract, Biotin (AKA Vitamin H) this shampoo provides long lasting moisture and prevents colour treated damage.      The liquid hairbrush conditioner by Larry King is designed to be used alongside the Good life shampoo, this lightweight conditioner has been formulated as a cuticle sealant to smooth down the hair shaft, lock in moisture and combat tangles. The Christophe Robin Hydrating range is AMAZING for bleached/dry hair as it is designed to add moisture and natural oils to the hair. The Chriphope Robin Hydrating shampoo with Aloe vera is a moisture-rich shampoo, composed of 94% natural-origin ingredients, restores the appearance of dry, dull hair and gently cleanses so the scalp feels invigorated and hair looks luminous and shiny. Pairing this with the Hydrating melting mask by Christophe Robin will take your hair care through the roof! This silky conditioning mask melts beautifully into hair to enhance shine and reduce frizz so hair feels soft, supple and manageable. What Treatments Can Help My Hair In The Salon? At Que Colour we offer a range of different treatments in the salon to keep your hair and colour super healthy. One of our favourite treatments at Que Colour is the Colour Shine. Free from ammonia, alcohol and peroxide, Sebastian Cellophanes are a “hair-friendly” colour gloss. As well as heightening the reflectivity of each strand, Cellophanes strengthen hair, preserves natural moisture balance and protects against UV. The Wella plex leave in treatment is also a MUST for bleach and damaged head. It helps to repair damaged and dry hair and reconstructs the bonds inside the hair shaft to prevent and fix any hair damage. These are both accessible, quick treatments that you can find at most hair salons! And the best part is it is an affordable way to get a celebrity-worthy shine. How Can I Keep My Hair Healthy In The Summer? Sun damage is primarily caused by the removal of moisture in the hair. So the best way to get healthy hair again is by getting moisture back into it quickly. Leave-in hair treatments can repair sun damage and make your hair softer, shinier, and smoother. A leave-in hair treatment we would recommend is the night recovery cream and oil by Christophe Robin. This was formulated to nourish and strengthen fine to medium damaged hair. Protecting dry hair this combo tames frizz and nourishes lengths.  Microfiber towels are another step that contribute to a good hair care routine. They create less friction on your hair, causing less breakage. Microfibre towels also reduce hair frizziness and keep curls intact. The microfiber towel dries your hair up to 5 times quicker, it also doesn't snag or tangle your hair which reduces breakage as it is so much gentler on your hair. Invest In a Good Heat Protectant Heat protectant is a product that reduces damage to your hair when used before heat styling.Heat protectant is essential for both protecting your hair's health, Especially when it comes to bleached/dry hair, which is particularly susceptible to breakage and moisture loss. When bleaching your hair using heat products is not ideal but preventing heat damage as much as possible is extremely important. Our go-to heat protectants at Que colour are the GHD bodyguard spray, the Christophe Robin hydrating leave-in cream and the Christophe Robin curl cream. The GHD bodyguard heat protectant shields your hair against the heat of straighteners, tongs, wands and hair dryers with ghd Heat Protect Spray. This thermal protectant creates an invisible barrier on the hair, defending against heat damage and creating a smoother, shinier finish The Hydrating leave in cream by Christophe Robin is a silky cream that instantly smoothing frizz and restores dry hair. While adding moisture to the hair it also offers heat protection up to 230°C.  For our curly girls, the Christophe Robin luscious curl defining butter with kokum butter is for you! This creamy conditioning mask is created to help give the impression of just-coloured radiance by infusing hair with a visible glossy sheen that looks lustrous & healthy. Locking in colour so your hair feels smooth, supple & deeply nourished. Go into this summer with healthy blonde locks! We hope this blog inspires and educates you on everything you need to know about maintaining your colour as a blonde, while keeping your hair and colour healthy. Follow us on our socials for all the latest trends and tips for healthy hair and healthy colour -  TikTok and Instagram. To book with us at Que Colour, call us on - 02 9331 4444 or email us at info@quecolour.com. 

The Expensive honey blonde hair colour trend has us stopping in our tracks! A perfect new honey blond shade  has caught our eye and we are about to give you the full rundown all about it. We will cover everything from what it is and how it looks SO good, how to ask for it in a salon, hair care routine and all the products that will keep your colour and hair healthy. What is an Expensive Honey Blonde? Expensive honey is a warm blonde hair colour trend that looks and feels expensive. This is the perfect shade of blonde, It’s warm yet bright, light but not heavily bleached looking. Think Blake Lively in her gossip girl era with her bright honey hair! It’s the perfect balance of healthy hair and healthy colour, which is what we are all about at Que Colour.  How can I achieve an expensive Honey Blonde? Finding the right colourist for you is essential, this look can be achievable for everyone with the right colourist! Consultations are important to communicate with your stylist to define and agree on a plan to achieve your look. Achieving this colour has more factors than you think. To keep your colour lasting and hair healthy to maintain the colour, regular haircuts and quality products will be your best friend!  Is the Expensive Honey Blonde colour high maintenance? This Expensive Honey blonde colour is lower maintenance at the salon but higher maintenance at home. You can always get away with more regrowth and time between visits BUT you must be using the best home hair care and have regular smaller treatments to keep the hair as shiny as possible for that expensive feeling. Visiting the salon regularly for trims and haircuts is essential (split ends is not the vibe). Investing in good quality products to help with keeping your colour healthy and glossy is also extremely important. When it comes to regrowth, it will be different for everyone but generally you can expect 10-12 weeks for a full colour top up with a half head colour every 5-6 weeks for minimal regrowth.  What to ask for in a salon For this colour we would recommend asking for warm sun kissed tones but not brassy. Think Werther's original caramel not caramello koala. You can also ask to add in some soft vanilla pieces to balance with the honey tones so it doesn't look yellow, soft natural placed foils over lots of heavy bleach foils. As with any hair service, to ensure 100% satisfaction with your hair, bring along 3-4 independently selected pictures or videos with you to show your stylist. This helps to create a benchmark and a creative visual of what you love. It also helps to give us a broader visual of things you maybe don’t like about one style but do about the other. This helps us be realistic about any modifications that you may need to suit your hair in real life. It’s important to remember here that this contrast in lightness is different on the screen to real life, so we can always opt for a more subtle change first that can then be built on in time.  What photos can I reference to get an Expensive Honey Blonde? We have so many different reference photos for you to show to your stylist for the expensive honey blonde colour, here are some of our faves! Matilda Djerf - @matildadjerf Blake Lively - @blakelively Sydney Sweeney - @sydney_sweeney Claudia Schaffer in the 90s - @claudiaschiffer Kiana Flanet - @kiana.flanet Margarita - @m4rgar1ta What skin tones best suit Honey Blonde? A warm blonde shade, like the expensive honey blonde suits warm sun kissed toned skin, while tones like ash blonde, go better with cool-toned skin, however, this hair colour can be universally flattering. Expensive honey blonde goes amazing with light eyes, it really accentuates them to make them pop. I’m Blonde - WHAT NOW? There are a few things to factor when keeping your hair and colour healthy. Looking after your hair at home is just as important as regular appointments at a salon. This colour looks SO good because it relies on the health of your hair, healthy hair reflects more light and creates that beautiful glow. We always recommend a treatment at the end of your service to finish with a shine. A few of our faves here at Que Colour to keep your hair healthy and colour vibrant are the Sebastian Cellophanes colourshine treatments, the Christophe Robin colour cleansing mask and the Christophe Robin Golden Blonde shade variation mask. At Que we offer a service called a Colourshine. Free from ammonia, alcohol and peroxide, Sebastian Cellophanes are a “hair-friendly” colour gloss. As well as heightening the reflectivity of each strand, Cellophanes strengthen hair, preserves natural moisture balance and protects against UV. Now, glossy, translucent colour means stronger, healthier-looking hair. These are accessible, quick treatments that you can find at most hair salons! And the best part is it is an affordable way to get a celebrity-worthy shine. To keep this shine we recommend getting a colourshine every 6 - 8 weeks! Colour shield cleansing Mask  is an essential product for any coloured hair.  It is a gently low-foaming cleansing mask that is expertly created to help prolong the vibrancy of colour treated hair, respects hair’s natural precious oils so lengths feel intensely nourished with a glossy, long-lasting radiance.This mask envelopes your hair in an egg white like consistency and leaves are soft as silk.   The Golden blonde shade variation mask is a pigmented hair mask that provides hair colour treatments to neutralise unwanted tones or to enhance your natural hair colour. This buttery toned colour correcting mask corrects dull, transparent blonde tones to boost and restore pure, radiant colour. It is filled with apricot extracts, nourishing buriti oil and creamy almond butters. This is such a quick and easy way to extend the life of your colour at home between salon treatments with a 5–20-minute hair toner mask treatment.   Our team here at Que Colour can’t get enough of this colour! If you are thinking of getting this Expensive Honey Blonde colour, book in for a consultation with us at Que Colour. To book with us at Que Colour give us a call on - 02 9331 4444 or email us at info@quecolour.com.  Follow us on our socials for all the latest trends and tips for healthy hair and healthy colour -  TikTok and Instagram.

Regrowth Hair Colour Tips: Maintaining a Natural Look and Healthy Roots This blog will cover all the best tips and tricks of maintaining a healthy, natural regrowth hair colour. Stay ahead of the trend while we take you on a deep dive of all things regrowth. We’re going to break down exactly what regrowth colour is, what services to get, how to ask for it at your hair salon and the products that will keep your colour long lasting and your scalp super healthy. What is regrowth and why do we get it? Regrowth colour is when the roots are tinted to match the colour of your mid length and ends of your hair, to subtly blend your roots to the rest of your hair colour. When colouring and maintaining your regrowth it is crucial to have products that will keep your colour lasting and fresh.  We tend to see the greys around the 4 week mark. Monique McMahon from Que Colour says, “The age your hair turns grey is largely hereditary but this is not the only cause. Stress and worry is a big contender, especially if there has been a sudden shock or devastating life crisis. If you’ve undergone treatment for a major illness and had hair loss along the way I’ve had clients in my chair whose hair grew back grey.”  So you have started to get your first grey hairs, what now? There are a few options to discuss here depending on the natural state of your hair and what you would like to achieve. If you have blonde hair, doing full head foils and going blonde to hide greys is always the best idea. If you are brunette you can do partline foils with tint semi permanent colour or a regrowth application. When having a service that includes foils with some permanent tint in between the foils do not need to be every appointment. This will improve your hair health and help to minimise the amount of bleach applied to your hair. If you're not wanting too much colour, a good option could be the Demi Permanent colour from Wella which has more grey coverage as it blends the greys and is less permanent. While using the Demi permanent colour from wella making a transition to permanent tint regrowth can be smoother. How often should I get my regrowth coloured? At Que Colour, we recommend doing a regrowth service every 4-6 weeks then getting foils every 12 weeks. Generally two regrowth appointments then a foil appointment would be ideal. We can always alternate this service with having freehand painting added or partline foils which extends the life of the colour while also keeping your hair health intact! This means less time in the chair at each visit so it's not so overwhelming. How can I ask my colourist to keep my regrowth hair colour looking natural  We love to keep a natural finish and natural looking hair can mean something different to everyone. To avoid confusion remember to take at least 3 reference photos to your hairstylist. This will help leave no room for error when making the change! It’s important to remember here that this contrast in lightness is different on the screen to real life, so we always opt for a more subtle change first that can then be built on. How do I keep my scalp healthy using permanent colour To keep a healthy scalp when using permanent colour we have broken it down to two of our favourite products. We would recommend to keep a healthy scalp when getting regular colour would be the Everything Spray by ANTI and the cleansing scrub with sea salt by Christophe Robin. We would highly recommend the Cleansing scrub with sea salt by Christophe Robin to everyone, especially for those with oily hair. This product is a deep cleansing shampoo scrub. It is perfect as a detox or post-colouring treatment to invigorate hair and sensitive or oily scalps so they feel immediately rebalanced and purified. How can I extend the life of my colour at home ? To extend the life of your colour at home a good shampoo and conditioner combo is essential.  The Colour shield shampoo with camu-camu berries by Christophe Robin is perfect for bleached, highlighted or coloured hair. This gently cleansing shampoo is expertly created to help lock in colour radiance for longer to protect it from fading so it has a lasting lustrous, glossy and freshly coloured look. Colour shield cleansing Mask  is an essential product for any coloured hair. This gently low-foaming cleansing mask is expertly created to help prolong the vibrancy of colour treated hair, respects hair’s natural precious oils so lengths feel intensely nourished with a glossy, long-lasting radiance. Christophe Robin’s Shade Variation Masks are pigmented hair masks that provide hair colour treatments to neutralise unwanted tones or to enhance your natural hair colour. There are 5 shades to choose from, including Baby Blonde, Chic Copper, Warm Chestnut, Golden Blonde and Ash Brown. This is such a quick and easy way to extend the life of your colour at home between salon treatments with a 5–20-minute hair toner mask treatment. The GHD bodyguard heat protectant shields your hair against the heat of straighteners, tongs, wands and hair dryers with ghd Heat Protect Spray. This thermal protectant creates an invisible barrier on the hair, defending against heat damage and creating a smoother, shinier finish. With a lightweight texture, it can easily be layered underneath other styling products for your perfect customised finish. What if I have a special occasion and need to cover my regrowth fast? Needing to hide your regrowth fast, no problem we have you covered with one of our favourite products!   Disguise grey hair and blend your roots into your colour with Wella Insta Recharge. This densely pigmented mineral powder isn’t quite the same as a visit to the salon, but it’s pretty close. We hope this blog inspired and educated you to understand everything there is to know about getting your regrowth done while keeping healthy hair. Follow us on our socials for for all the latest trends and tips for healthy hair and healthy colour -  TikTok and Instagram. To book with us at Que Colour give us a call on - 02 9331 4444 or email us at info@quecolour.com. 

Latte Hair Colour - The Newest Hair Colour Trend So… What is Latte Hair Colour ?  The latest trend to hit QUE colour’s salon in Sydney, is the ‘Latte hair colour’. Inspired by the viral Latte Makeup trend currently doing the rounds on TikTok, this is all about subtle, glossy, effortless hair with rich latte, bronze, biscuit tones that compliment your natural complexion with a beautiful almost unbelievable shine. If you are wanting a more natural hair colour and flawless look this is the perfect colour for you to try this season. Stay ahead of the trend while we taking you on a deep dive of all things Latte. We’re going to break down exactly what it is, who suits the Latte hair colour look, how to ask for it at your hair salon and the products that will keep your hair super shiny and glazed. What is Latte Hair Colour?  The Latte hair colour look evolved from the popular ‘Latte Makeup’ trend that went viral on TikTok recently. We are honestly in love with this trend as it optimises hair health as well as having a flawless natural looking shine similar to our glazed looks.      Monique McMahon from Que colour says, “Latte hair” is all about it’s particular colour scheme. In a nod to maroon-coloured lattes, this unique beauty look relies on a mix of bronzy, cream and caramel colours. In short, warm, shimmering tones enhance the complexion with subtlety, because this is the ultimate advantage of ‘latte hair’ to elevate, while remaining discreet. Who Does it Suit? This look is not only universal but timeless, made for both warm summer nights and golden hour on those perfect winter afternoons…  honestly, there is almost no one who doesn’t suit having this look. Even if you have a dark base colour, you can shift your base even ½ a shade brighter to notice a flattering difference. As this is where the sun hits, and where most will naturally have lighter pieces, it gives a very organic and natural finish to the hair. This look is very diverse in the way it uses all different coloured bases. It can be bronzed tones or a darker brown base colour. It’s that glowing from within the hair that gives it the latte look.  The great thing about Latte hair is that it is a universal service for all hair types. Similar to the ‘Glazed skin’ to ‘Glazed hair’ look, the ‘Latte makeup’ to ‘Latte hair’ trend is the new IT girl colour of the season.   What are the different colour Latte shades?  Beige Latte One of the lightest shades of the Latte hair is the beige Latte colour. This colour is more of a neutral toned blonde not too warm and not ashy or cool. It captures that super light blonde look while being super creamy. We like to think of a milk arrowroot biscuit with this colour. Milk Tea Latte In between our beige Latte and Milk chocolate we have the creamy Milk tea Latte colour. When we think of the Milk tea Latte colour we immediately get our inspiration from Bubble tea! This colour is a natural creamy brunette colour that is a mix of warm caramel, milky tones to compliment your complexion giving your hair the ultimate sun kissed glow.  Milk Chocolate Latte The Milk chocolate colour is a lighter option than the deep bronze latte, this is perfect for olive skin tones, especially people with green eyes or brown eyes. This is a super soft shade to maintain so we recommend a touch up glaze every 6-7 weeks to keep your colour at its best! Deep Bronze Latte This is the darker brunette and can be quite universal flattering for both cool and olive skin tones. We take our inspiration from Penelope Cruz in the 90s and Emily Ratajkowski who both rock this colour. This is the richest tone of the Latte hair and we love a sebastien chocolate colourshine every 6 weeks to rich up the base. The colourshines are a great service to achieve the irresistible glaze finish. What Celebrities Have Latte Hair Colour? This viral trend on TikTok has turned the ‘Latte makeup’ into ‘Latte hair’ and everything in between. We believe this is because the trend promotes true healthy hair and healthy colour, which will never go out of style. 2023 is definitely the year of healthy, hydrated hair versus over-styling and chemical processing. Our favourite muse Hailey Bieber has had the Latte hair look and we are OBSESSED. The blended bronzed colour is to die for. Other celebrities who have inspired us while they have been working this hair include Margot Robbie and Khloe Kardashian. How Do I Ask For It? An important note on this hair trend is that Latte hair can mean something different to everyone. To avoid confusion remember to take at least 3 reference photos to your hairstylist. This will help leave no room for error when making the change! It’s important to remember here that this contrast in lightness is different on the screen to real life, so we always opt for a more subtle change first that can then be built on. What products will help me keep my latte hair colour glossy?  At Que we offer a service called a Colourshine. Free from ammonia, alcohol and peroxide, Sebastian Cellophanes are a “hair-friendly” colour gloss. As well as heightening the reflectivity of each strand, Cellophanes strengthen hair, preserves natural moisture balance and protects against UV. Now, glossy, translucent colour means stronger, healthier-looking hair. These are accessible, quick treatments that you can find at most hair salons! And the best part is it is an affordable way to get a celebrity-worthy shine. To keep this shine we recommend getting a colourshine every 6 - 8 weeks! An absolute MUST when colouring hair to maximise hair health is the hydrating shampoo with Aloe Vera from Christophe Robin. This product is for dehydrated & dull hair. This silky moisture-rich shampoo, composed of 94% natural-origin ingredients, restores the appearance of dry, dull hair and gently cleanses so the scalp feels invigorated and the hair looks luminous and shiny. The Christophe Robin regenerating mask with Prickly pear oil is amazing when dealing with all hair types. This creamy, intensely nourishing mask composed of 97% natural origin ingredients, offers support to dry, damaged or chemically treated hair so it appears not only healthy but rejuvenated and restored giving hair an instantly sumptuous look. The formula works to improve the appearance of split ends so hair feels stronger and silky to the touch with a visible glossy luminosity. When blow drying or styling, Ibiza brushes are our go-to. The B4 65mm blonde boar bristle brush is a must when blow drying or styling. This brush is to volumise hair and is ideal for the crown of the head and medium to long hair. Blonde Boar bristles are ideal for colour-treated hair and fine hair. The blonde bristles give more shine than the black bristles, just a little, but a little goes a long way in the world of hair.   We hope this blog helped you understand everything there is to know about the latte hair colour trend and we hope you feel inspired by it. Get ahead of the latest trend and get a latte hair look. Keep your eyes peeled on our TikTok, Instagram and Pinterest for all the latest trends and tips for healthy hair and healthy colour. To book with us at Que colour give us a call on - 02 9331 4444 or email us at info@quecolour.com. 

What is ‘Double Glazed Hair Colour’ and how do I ask for it?  Our senses predict that heading into 2023, the one hair trend that is not going anywhere is Double Glazed Hair Colour. Now is the time to get well acquainted with the term, so we’re going to break down exactly what it is, what hair types work well with a glaze, how it can benefit you and how to ask for it at your hair salon wherever you are in the world.  What does Double Glaze mean?  If you've ever seen a photo of your favourite celebrity/model/influencer's hair and thought “how is it so damn SHINY?” The answer is they probably have regular glosses. The good news? These are accessible, quick treatments that you can find at most hair salons! And the best part is it is an affordable way to get a celebrity-worthy shine. To break it down, the Double Glaze comprises two glossing services back to back. I.e.- a clear gloss over natural hair, a semi-permanent copper colour or demi-permanent copper colour. This is followed by a second gloss (or glaze) at the basin, which gives the hair a shimmering hint of tone to add intense colour reflection and give the hair a filtered look. Where did the Double Glaze Hair Colour come from?  We blame our favourite muse Hailey Bieber for this one. When launching her skincare brand Rhode in mid-2022, Hailey promoted the brand with this idea of “glazed skin” or skin that looks like it's been hit with a clear glaze of sugar… like a donut! 3The skinification of the hair world meant this very quickly turned ‘glazed skin’ into ‘glazed hair’ - glazed nails and everything in between. We believe this is because the trend promotes true hair health, which will never go out of style. This is the era of healthy, hydrated hair versus over-styling and processing.  What hair type is it best for?  The great thing about Double-Glazing is that it is a universal service for all hair types and all hair colours. Of course, there is no denying that rich brunette and darker hair colours will look the most glossy after this service; this is simply due to the way this hair colour reflects light. But never fear! Blonde, copper, auburn, or even platinum hair colour can all see extreme benefits by asking for a double glaze hair service at your hair salon next visit. This is because the ‘glaze’ itself is a custom mix of hues created by your colourist to suit the tone of your hair- no two glazes are the same.  Even if you have 100% natural hair colour, you can have a double glaze by choosing a clear gloss followed by a treatment like a clear colour shine which acts as a topcoat of nail polish for your hair and lasts 4-5 weeks What do I ask for at the hair salon?  The best way to communicate the look you are after to your stylist is by showing them a photo or video reference. Always take at least three photos to show your stylist! Next up, for the glazed hair effect, communicate to them that you would like to do a double hair gloss treatment to lock in, or increase the shine of your hair colour. This can vary depending on which hair salon you visit and which professional haircare they use. Be open to a conversation with your stylist about which products they recommend for your hair type.  Which Glaze Products do we use at Que Colour?  At QUE there are four professional hair products we love to layer on their own or together to create the Double Glazed Hair Colour Look.  SHINEFINITY- Wella Professional  Shinefinity glazes hair with a zero damage, zero lift, zero ammonia, zero silicone and zero drying alcohols formula that’s kind and gentle. This means you can use it on all hair types, whether your client’s hair is fine and fragile or coarse and dry. It’s great news for those who crave colour, but fear split ends and breakage. As well as being suitable for hair in every condition, Shinefinity can be applied to any base colour. It’s not just for virgin hair; you can use it on coloured or pre-lightened locks, too. COLOURTOUCH  - Wella ProfessionalWella Professional the shine and vibrancy of a permanent colour with the low commitment of a demi-permanent colour. All our Color Touch Products are Ammonia Free, low maintenance and provide high shine for stunning results.■ Low commitment, flexible, ammonia-free, multi-faceted hair colour for clients that like to change their hair tone regularly ■ Ideal for fun, creativity, enhancing colour, adding depth and tone COLOURSHINE - Sebastian CellophanesFree from ammonia, alcohol and peroxide, Sebastian Cellophanes are a “hair-friendly” colour gloss. As well as heightening the reflectivity of each strand, Cellophanes strengthen hair preserves natural moisture balance and protects against UV. Now, glossy, translucent colour means stronger, healthier-looking hair.    Shade Variation Treatments - Christophe Robin Christophe Robin’s Shade Variation Masks are pigmented hair masks that provide hair color treatments to neutralise unwanted tones or to enhance your natural hair colour. There are 5 shades to choose from, including Baby Blonde, Chic Copper, Warm Chestnut, Golden Blonde and Ash Brown. The innovative shade variation masks nourish and colour-correct hair in one easy step. Refresh your hair colour at home between salon treatments with a 5–20-minute hair toner mask treatment for luminous hair colour that shines How Long Does the Colour Last?  Like all non-permanent colours, over time the effects of a glazed colour will fade, usually in 4-6 weeks. We recommend booking a glaze every six weeks to keep your hair healthy and gloss looking optimum. A great way to extend this at home is to use the Christophe Robin Shade Variation Pots, as mentioned above, every 1-2 weeks as a deep conditioning treatment. These are easy to use at home in the shower! Simply Shampoo the hair, towel dry and apply from root to tip for 20 minutes before rinsing thoroughly. No need to follow with conditioner; this hair treatment-toner hybrid leaves the hair soft as silk.  We hope this blog helped you understand everything there is to know about the double glaze hair colour trend, how to achieve it and what to ask for if you want the glaze too!

The Butterfly Haircut - This years hottest haircut trend Whilst the term “butterfly haircut” may seem new, the concept is not. Think: Rachel from friends, Farrah Fawcett and Denise Richards. Each of them donning an iconic decade-defining layered haircut. Fast forward to 2022 and this adaptation could be the most wearable yet.     What is a Butterfly Haircut?  The butterfly haircut gets its name from the incredibly bouncy, voluminous butterfly silhouette that it creates from your hair. This is created from the length of the layers that are cut into the hair. The style has been re-born through TikTok, gaining momentum as it is THE style seen on this generation's IT-girls who have fueled the popularity of a layered haircut. Our favourites include Matilda Djerf, Layered looks gained a bad rap in the early noughties - but this longer version of the layered hairstyle seemingly suits... well… everyone! With endless styling possibilities, and adaptable to both long and shorter hair styles, it can do no wrong in our eyes.   The Timeline of Layered haircuts:  From Farrah to Matilda Djerf- these are some of our favourite butterfly haircuts through history  Who does it suit? As this butterfly haircut relies on the layers starting from below the chin to the shoulder, it is best for those with shoulder length to waist length hair. Your upper top layers should frame the face (face framing layers) and fall above the shoulder as a shorter style would, giving the effect of a cut without the commitment. This way, whenever you whip your hair into a ponytail or throw on a chic turtleneck, you get the full effect of a chic, short chop, and yet can also embrace your hair in its full down-do glory whenever an occasion calls for longer locks. It’s practically a faux bob that allows you the best of both hair worlds. As for the longer layer, it's there to be either tied up or left loose, depending on your desired aesthetic. Unlike many longer hairstyles, however, the butterfly cut will never leave your lengthier sections void of body or movement. Even if you're mostly looking for a way to stop long hair falling flat, it’s a great way to keep length but add volume and shape.   How do I ask for it? As with any hair service, to ensure 100% satisfaction with your hair, bring along 3-4 independently selected pictures or videos with you to show your stylist. This helps to create a benchmark and a creative visual of what you love. It also helps to give us a broader visual of things you maybe don’t like about one style but do about the other. This helps us be realistic about any modifications that you may need to suit your hair in real life, as everyones hair texture and styling preferences are so personal. For example we don’t recommend excessive layering on very fine hair as it can make the ends of the hair look frail, not full. In terms of how to describe it to your stylist, it’s quite simple! Ask for heavy layering with a shorter-face frame which starts NO shorter than the chin. Why? If you’re unclear about this the haircut can easily transform into a shag with a curtain bang, which is slightly different and definitely not what you’re asking for. We suggest re-confirming with your stylist as they are about to cut that face framing piece, exactly where you would like it to be cut. If you’re not 100% sure where, a top tip is to request that the shorter pieces are still long enough to tuck behind your ear. What products do I need to style it? We’re not here to push products at you that you don’t need, so we’ve broken it down to our top 2 hair products which will change the game for you in terms of getting your blowout to hold, last and most importantly leave your hair feeling full and healthy. A Classic Mousse:  Celebrity stylist Larry King has come out with a revolutionary new product reminiscent of your “grandmother's mousse” Called… yep “My Nanna’s Mousse”When you think about it… our grandmas had legendary hair styles which never seemed to drop.. So if the name is anything to go by then we’re off to a great start !  A mousse is perfect for hair that is resistant to holding a blowout. This mousse in particular will help the hair to appear fuller, with a plumping and thickening effect. The hair is left with a soft, bouncy volume and shine. The product helps increase elasticity and provides a product-free feel. Suitable for all hair types. Simply part your hair down the front and pump directly onto the roots. To add through lengths and ends, pump 3-4 into the palm of your hands and then work through the rest of the hair. Style as normal and watch the volume before your eyes! BUY NOW   A Nourishing Hair Serum/ Hair Cream Part of what makes this style so mesmerising is that the hair is incredibly bouncy, lightweight and shiny. Hair that is healthy will always look more buoyant and style with ease, this is why we recommend using a nourishing serum with heat protectant through mid lengths and ends.  Our top pick right now is the brand new Christophe Robin Hydrating Leave in Cream with aloe vera. This silicone-free nourishing formula suits every hair type and doubles as a heat protectant. Not to mention it’s also cruelty free, vegan and suitable for use on damp or dry hair (if you want to use a small amount on your style to finish) Aloe vera and fermented agave juice extract draw moisture to help provide a feeling of hydration while a complex of tung wood and rapeseed oils weightlessly controls frizz and offers heat protection up to 440F (230°C). Sunflower emollient leaves hair beautifully sleek and shiny.   BUY NOW A Good Round Blowdry Brush:  Your brush plays a vital role in the outcome of your blowout. It’s worth investing in high quality tools here as they will last you forever! Our picks: For a Boar Bristle Brush (Suited to fine hair, or for frizzy, coarse hair types)Try the Ibiza B Series  Boar Bristle brushes provide more stretch and tension on the hair, leaving you with ultimate shine. The bristles are more gentle on the scalp and help redistribute natural oils from your scalp and add more shine.   BUY NOW   For a Ceramic Brush (Suited to thick or curly hair types) Try the Ibiza CC Series, These are best to add smoothness and volume, the trick lies in the design of the brush. The metal allows them to hold heat longer which makes them the best choice for changing the shape of your hair, adding shine and eliminating frizz. They will produce a tighter, more defined curl.  BUY NOW To wrap it all up  This is the hottest hair trend of the year and the Que Colour team can't get enough of it. Book a consultation with our team if you are looking for this fresh new look. Or perhaps this style is not taking your fancy and want to read further into the hottest hair trends of the year, we have you covered both ways. 

We’re debunking the myth that you can’t be platinum blonde AND have long, healthy hair. Gigi’s done it, so why can’t you ?    Is it possible? Short answer YES Long answer YES ...as long as you have a perfectly honed hair care routine. What’s the first thing you do when purchasing something expensive... You get insurance right? Our hair should be no different. If you’re ready to commit to the hottest colour trend of the season, insure your hair with a routine that will keep your locks hydrated, eliminate damage and deliver moisture, fatty oils and repairing goodness back into your locks. Monique McMahon from Que Colour gives us her top tips below! The prep starts earlier than you think. If this is your first time venturing into the scalp bleach world, ensure you have 100% trust in your chosen colourist and you have worked on a hair colour plan if you are wanting to lift in stages. With your foundations in place, it’s time to get your hair ready at home before the appointment.  If you are already highlighting your hair, now is the time to give it a break for a couple of months and start your masking to prepare your locks for your colourist. Lay off the heat styling until your appointment and ensure you have a nice amount of natural regrowth and a healthy starting point to get you off the mark.  Introduce a Hair mask BEFORE you even begin to bleach We recommend introducing a 100% natural hair and scalp oil like this one from les huilettes to strengthen and repair your scalp to its optimum state. Apply generously to the scalp once a week, massaging into the hair. This is the perfect lazy girl treatment as you can leave it for an hour or overnight before washing out.If there was ever a time to bring in the most luxe, rolls royce of hair masks.. it’s now. Loaded with the rare prickly pear seed oil, omega 6 + 9 and vitamin F- This mask is praised by celebrities, professional colourists and influencers alike as the thing bringing their hair back from the dead. Use once a week for 30 minutes, this ultra concentrated formula can be applied from root to tip and a little goes a long way. Invest in the Christophe Robin Regenerating Mask with Prickly pear, you wont regret it.    I’m blonde- NOW WHAT?  Change your shampoo to a low foaming low PH which will be gentler on your strands and scalp. We suggest the Christophe Robin Colour Shield Shampoo which is packed with camu camu berry oil to nourish your hair and protect against discolouration of your blonde. Alternate your shampoo. We’ve all seen the girl at school who left her purple shampoo in for too long and came in with grey/purple looking hair. Luckily it’s now 2022 and anti collective have launched their every blonde shampoo which is gentle and reparative toning shampoo. The formula is strengthening and sulfate free to gentle cleans and reduce breakage whilst adding luminous shine.  Swap your conditioner for a mask. Bleached hair needs nourishment, hydration and regeneration. These three things come bottled in the colour shield mask by Christophe Robin which is packed with Vitamin E and Vitamin C, what do these do? They protect delicate hair from external aggressors revealing luminous hair and macadamia oil enriches your hair with softness.  Don’t brush when wet. When our hair is wet it is at its weakest state, add being a platinum blonde into the mix and you’re really entering the danger zone. We suggest detangling your hair PRE shower on dry hair with Ibiza hair airwave shower brush which is engineered to effortlessly glide through any hair. Do not brush your hair again until up to 50% dry. Then if you’re styling opt for a blonde boar bristle brush which is designed for lightened hair to gently and naturally smooth frizz, enhance shine and preserve hair integrity.    Copper with no commitment sounds too good to be true, right?   It’s no secret that the IT-GIRLS are driving the rise of the copper hair trend. From the earthy copper tones that Kendall Jenner is rocking to Sydney Sweeneys dip in to a strawberry kiss blonde, we’re all posing the question “would copper suit me?”  The good news is that red hair doesn’t have to come with commitment, if you know what to ask for! So if you’re the kind of person who likes to have flexibility with their hair tone it could be the perfect go-to for you.Monique McMahon at QUE colour is no stranger to the trend, these are her 3 top ways to dabble in all things RED.   If you’re already blonde or have lightness throughout your hair: Opt for the Sydney Sweeney look ask your colourist to use a strawberry glaze toner at the end of your colour service. This can also be done when you pop in for a haircut or blow dry and only takes 20 minutes processing. WELLA colour touch have an amazing range of red/copper tones and add an incredible luminous shine to the hair which will gently fade over 4-55 weeks back to your original hue. If you want a deeper Kendall Jenner Earthy Copper Tone Try out the Sebastien professionals' colourshines to give you that intense punchy red with an unbeatable gloss. These all-natural vegetable protein glosses are deeply pigmented and act like a top coat of nail polish. They only take 10 minutes under heat at the salon and will last for 3-4 weeks before returning to your natural colour.  Not ready to do anything too serious?  For the ultimate “do it yourself” with zero commitment - try the cult Christophe Robin Chic copper Shade Variation. This one you don’t need a professional for, simply shampoo your hair like normal, towel dry and then apply from root to tip and leave on for 30 minutes. This treatment uses natural pigment from carrot oil to nurture and tone your locks every so slightly to the copper direction. Lasting only 2-3 washes this is the ultimate no commitment glaze!   

This trending thermal mud mask is the latest addition to Christophe Robin’s cult Purifying Routine…yes it’s blue and YES it’s safe to use on all hair types and colours. Why do I need a scalp treatment?  So much of our hair health begins from the scalp. It is here that each hair’s journey begins and so to provide the best environment for your hair to thrive and grow longer and stronger, it’s time to incorporate a detox treatment. As an innovative anti-pollution remedy, Christophe Robin’s Purifying Mask with Thermal Mud draws out impurities, pollution and styling build up in a deeper way than any other product in this cult range. What hair type is this best for ? Anyone and everyone will benefit from this treatment, but we’ve seen the best results on clients who use lots of dry shampoo, hairspray or gels and have a hard time removing build-up week to week. It’s especially great for those of you with very thick hair, who only wash your hair once a week and want to get the most longevity out of your clean hair. It’s incredible the way the scalp feels so clean and free from build-up and excess oils but the hair itself feels smooth and hydrated yet light and bouncy. Applied to dry hair from scalp to tips for 15 minutes, the blue coloured remineralising mask acts as an intensive weekly treatment to leave hair soft, hydrated and soothed. Pure thermal clay and sustainably harvested red algae power up this cooling detox treatment to gently de-stress and revitalize sensitive scalps.   How do I apply the thermal mud mask?  You apply this product onto dry hair in the same way you would apply a clay-based face mask to dry skin. Why? It provides the mask the ideal base to draw out impurities and pollution build up. You can check out our video on application on our instagram here! The thermal mud sits on the scalp allowing the formula to reach the pores and lift product from strands while remineralising the scalp and softening the hair. Remember, this product is not a shampoo and will not lather, so you need to follow it with your regular shampoo after you have rinsed it in the shower. How To Use On Dry Hair: For an intensive detox, smooth generously through dry hair from root to tip, leave on to penetrate for 15 minutes, and rinse thoroughly. Follow with the Purifying Shampoo for a deep cleanse, then the Purifying Detangling Gelée to detangle if needed. Used alternately with Christophe’s cult Purifying scrub, the detoxing weekly routine soothes and treats sensitive, oily or itchy scalps gently and efficiently without disrupting its natural barrier and pH balance. Why is it Blue?  The thermal mud mask is quickly grabbing everyone’s attention with its blue hue . Let’s break down the ingredients that make this highly active formula so special. Key Ingredients Harvested from the Mediterranean coast, the rich mud is highly concentrated in sulphur: a mineral known for its power to rebalance the scalp’s microbiome. The formula features Spirulina, often referred to as the ‘superfood of the sea’ due to its high level of nutrients including Niacinamide. In addition, it harnesses the power of a magnesium-rich Deep Sea Mineral Complex: a pure concentration of deep-sea water from the Irish Sea. Together, they support the effectiveness of the scalp’s barrier function, helping to protect it from pollution and shield against external aggressors for healthier-looking hair and increased moisture content. To take the utmost care of lengths, the formula offers a Deep Sea Red Algae Complex – a sea moss from La Bretagne in France – to smooth cuticles and condition the hair fiber, offering to the scalp a ‘second skin’ effect to retain moisture.  

2022 Hair Trends - Colour, Style & Health We’re super excited to share our TOP 2022 hair trend predictions with you! After the whirlwind of the past two years, it feels like we’re coming in hot for the next 12 months seeing some jaw-dropping inspiration from fashion week, celebrity style and influencers around the globe. Our clients are going for the hair changes they have always wanted to make after spending some quality time researching. It’s time to stop holding back and tell your hairstylist what you REALLY want ! Our top trends come from a combination of what we have heard YOU ask for in our chair at Que colour, what YOU have loved on our social media and what WE have seen go viral. Get ready to deep dive into all things trending hair colour and trending hair styles with us.  Turning to the Dark Side   Let's kick it off with one of our favourite transformations to date. If there was ever a time to embrace your natural hair colour and reap the benefits of an ultra glossy finish, it is now.  For many of our clients, opting to return to their natural roots is equal parts about keeping their hair colour low maintenance as it is to give their hair a break from bleach and give it a change to grow.  When going back back to the dark side it's important to remember: You may get a shock at first! Let's be real, especially if you have been highlighting your hair for years, seeing your hair back at its natural level may give you an initial shock, and some time to get used to. This is completely normal, so prepare yourself mentally and embrace the change! Make sure you keep some variation in your colourThere are many different colouring techniques which can be chosen here to make sure you keep dimension and natural light reflection throughout your colour. For example, check out this colour transformation with our client Lillie, Monique weaved pivot foils on either side of her hairline before applying the semi permanent colour, to keep an eye opening area of lightness which compliments her skin and eye tone.  Hairline Bleaching & Bright Hairlines  We blame TikTok for this one, hairlines are having their moment in the spotlight with so many people enquiring about getting more brightness around the frame of their face! We think it is born from the use of ring lights, which enhance and brighten the areas around your face, making those pieces of hair that frame your face look brighter. The hairline trend is all about recreating that “glow” using a combination of hair colouring techniques that will give you that airbrushed feeling but in real life.  There are a few trending names for this, you may have seen these terms being used “rogue blonde, scandi hairline, money piece” whatever you want to call it, we don’t see this hair trend disappearing any time soon.  So how do you know what to ask for?  An important note on this hair trend is that a “bright hairline” will mean something different to everyone. To avoid confusion (i.e ending up with full-on 90’s stripes at the front) remember to take at least 3 reference photos to your hairstylist. This will help leave no room for error when making the change! It’s important to remember here that this contrast in lightness is different on the screen to real life, so we always opt for a more subtle change first that can then be built on. How do I know if a bright hairline will suit me?  Honestly, there is almost (almost) no one who doesn’t suit having more lightness around the frame of their face. Even if you have a dark base colour, you can shift your hairline even ½ a shade brighter to notice a flattering difference. As this is where the sun hits, and where most will naturally will have lighter pieces, it gives a very organic and natural finish to the hair. HOT TIP:  Damage wise, if you are very blonde then you already know that the front of your hair is already most susceptible to breakage so you will need to make sure that you invest in some TLC for your hair. A great hydrating mask or leave in plex treatment is sure to do the trick to help maintain overall hair health. Natural Hair Colour, Embracing The Gray  The last two years of lockdowns have meant regrowth galore and for a lot of people, it pushed them past that “awkward” stage which normally prompts you to come back to the salon every 4-5 weeks. We have had a lot of clients come in, ready to transition to embrace their natural greys and we LOVE IT. Low maintenance, inherently chic, and absolutely trending. Now when we say embrace the grey it’s all about using colour to enhance your grey or soften the grow out line of the colour. Bring out those grey temple areas with soft shimmer foils, using colour in scattered foils for the rest of the hair to make sure you're keeping natural dimension to the new look. What to remember: Manage your expectations. If you have been tinting or colouring your hair for the last 10+ years, it may take more than one session to achieve an all over even grey hair colour which matches your natural roots. Be open and honest with your colourist and listen to their advice to get you on a fool-proof colour plan.  Need some colour inspo? Look no further than Australian model Rachel Waller who is redefining beauty with her incredible grey locks!    Slick Hair Buns & Sleek Ponytail styling   Get the hair gel out of the back of your beauty cupboard because it’s time to slick it back.   Good news for us lazy hair do-ers, the slick hair silhouette is dominating the beauty world right now, with many calling it “the clean girl” trend.  Led by the likes of Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Zendaya, not only is this look surprisingly easy to replicate, but a great way to disguise greasy roots or just a bad hair day. Rather than battling with a hair straightener to smooth it out, opt for a 2000’s inspired super slick bun or pony with a couple of pieces left out at the front to frame your face.  Not only does a sleek pulled back hairstyle look put-together and timeless, it’s also a saving grace for the health of your hair as you can give it a welcome break from heat styling.  The Sleek High Ponytail  Like an instant face lift you can’t go past a classic high pony. Look no further than one of our favourite celebrity stylists Chris Appleton’s latest tutorial which shows how you can use hair extensions to elevate your high pony.  The Sleek Bun Classy and elegant, the sleek bun is your go to for when your hair has really reached the point of no return. The plus side to a bun over a ponytail is that you can apply a hair mask or hair moisturizer all over, comb it through and leave it in all day long to reap the benefits ! We’re going to link another Chris Appleton tutorial (yes, we’re obsessed) as he is the master mind behind THAT bella hadid bun we’re always trying to recreate. What Product To Use For Sleek Ponytail  Make sure you have a good quality hair clay/gel to get the look started, we love this one from ANTI A hydrating treatment which you can apply to your lengths, for when you slick it all the way back if you choose to. This brand new hair serum from les huilettes is 100% natural and works wonders with its botanical blend of essential and vegetable oils  A Boar bristle brush like this one from IBIZA hair tools, to get a good grip on stray hairs and give you that flat polished look A flexible hold hair spray for any stray hairs, spray this lightly onto your...(see below)  An eyebrow spoolie or hair toothbrush for the last few fly aways to complete the look  Heatless Hair Styling: Air Dry Natural Hair  Spend less time heat styling, more time living life. The air drying phenomenon isn’t new, however, it is making a big impact on restoring hair to its optimum health by giving it a breather from the hot styling tools, heatless hair styling will not only save on time, but save your hair from damage, promoting longer lasting colour, longer growing hair, and stronger healthier locks.  There are a few different ways you can embrace this trend. If you have bangs or face framing layers, a hot tip is to blow dry just the fringe of your hair while you let the rest dry naturally, or tie the rest back in a high pony. This automatically gives a polished look without the effort.  You can try out the viral “heatless hair kits”  which we have seen so many influential people using-  by wrapping your damp hair around a curling ribbon and tying it together whilst you sleep (or finish getting ready) these kits give you curler results without the 200 degree celsius heat. Check out this heatless bathrobe curls video from one of our favourite hair guru’s Negin Mirsalehi. If these don’t suit you, simply wash and wear! Be sure to stock up on natural origin ingredient leave- in products. Why natural origin? We deep dived into the harm silicones can cause on our curly hair care blog. Our top leave in products are:  Luscious Curls Defining Cream by Christophe Robin Everything Cream by Anti Apply to damp hair after shampooing and conditioning and really push the products into the hair cuticle and let it do it’s magic.  Healthy Hair Colour Our personal favourite, most timeless trend of them all. Healthy hair will never go out of fashion, but what does healthy colour really mean?  To us, healthy colour is a combination of three key elements. It’s when a client's home hair care routine, colourist and stylist work together in harmony and magic happens. It's no secret that healthy colour will always look shinier, glossier, and hold style better than the latter. Want to achieve it? It’s easier than you think! How to Keep Coloured Hair Healthy? First things first, make sure your colourist is on the same page as you and knows that hair health is your number one concern. Once this has been communicated to your stylist, you should start to see results almost immediately, as you work together towards your healthy hair goal. Then the home hair care comes in. The key to maintaining healthy colour and boosting hair health is in your routine at home. We did the hard work for you with a definitive list of the best hair care products for each hair concern in our previous blog. Be sure to check it out if you’re having trouble finding the right products for you.  

  It’s no secret that healthy curls require a little extra love, care and the right combination of curly hair products. Finding the right product is harder than it sounds, this is where we come in! We’ve done the hard work for you. Introducing the NEW Christophe Robin  Luscious Curls Collection. We were beside ourselves with excitement when this new line dedicated to our curly girls launched. Why? Christophe Robin, is an award-winning luxury French hair brand dedicated to unique, highly active natural formulas. Loved by celebrities and hairstylists around the world for the way they improve hair and scalp health. Christophe Robin proudly formulates products without silicones, parabens, sulfates- aka- curly hair heaven! If you didn't know already, these ingredients can wreak havoc on natural curls, read more about that in our Curly Hair Care blog. So what’s  in the formula of these beautiful curly hair products? A unique blend of superfood ingredients including Kokum Butter, Chia Seed Oil, Flaxseed Milk and Jojoba oils. These natural powerhouses combined are guaranteed to leave your hair silky smooth, frizz free, defined and nourished. Not convinced? Did we mention the Luscious Curl collection launches with an enviable fragrance which infuses hair with a subtle scent featuring delicate notes of Bergamot, White Jasmine, Ylan-Ylang and Velvet Musk? The scent, designed specifically for this range is sure to make you add to cart! Alright, let’s get into it, breaking down the 4 products in this range into 2 routines depending on the tightness of your curl to make it easy to navigate. For Wavy/Lightly Coiled Hair Types The Luscious Curl Cleansing Conditioner is an innovative formula, think of it as a hybrid between a shampoo + conditioner. The ingredients include silky chia seed oil which is rich in Omega 3 and 6 to boost gloss and add shine. Nigella seed oil works to smooth and tame the hair. Shea butter deeply nourishes and softens to make combing through super easy!  Application Tips  Simply apply like your regular shampoo, working from roots to lengths and lightly emulsifying the product at your roots. Rather than rinsing immediately as you would with a regular shampoo,  leave this product in for about 2 minutes before rinsing thoroughly.   The Luscious Curl Defining Cream with chia seed oil:  sleek lightweight cream which is perfect on wet hair before styling and on dry hair when you’re in need of some anti frizz. It’s lightweight so you don’t get the dreaded “crunch” or “oil slick” vibes. Nigella Seed oil leaves the hair ultra soft while protein-rich flaxseed milk helps to define curls and tame frizz for weightless natural curls . Application Tips Firstly, as with any product application for curls, it is essential that you do not towel dry your hair, especially not with a cotton towel! We know it looks chic twisted in a towel turban but this is a massive no no if you’re wanting to eliminate frizz. Experts recommend using an old t-shirt or microfibre hair towel if you must use one. To start with, take a 20 cent piece of the cream between your palms and work them together. Distributing the product on your hands like this helps for even distribution through your curls. Apply to damp hair working from root to tip and pay attention to your hairline. Now it’s time to style! You can Blow-dry using a diffuser or air-dry. For even bouncier curls, apply to dry hair as a touch up.   For Tightly Coiled Curly Hair Types The Luscious Curl Cleansing Balm with Kokum Butter: Just like a cleansing balm is perfect for sensitive skin, this low foaming cleanser is designed to detangle and condition super dry/brittle fine hair. Leaving a really moisturised finish. The formula works to nurture the hair and transforms into a milky lather as it washes the hair. The hero ingredient here is kokum butter. It works with silky chia seed oil to boost glossy shine with their naturally occurring Omega 6 and 9. Also, Jojoba and Sunflower Seed Oil to enhance your natural curly hair shape and definition.    Application Tips This will not foam like your regular shampoo does. So don’t expect a massive bubble! instead it will coat and gently cleanse the hair so make sure your hair is thoroughly wet before applying.  Massage through the hair root to tip and slightly lather, you do not need to follow this with a conditioner!      The Luscious Curl Defining Butter with Kokum Butter: The defining butter is richer than the defining cream. This is because Kokum Butter is the hero ingredient here, not only does it strengthen your hair from the roots, it also won’t clog pores. It’s super moisturising so prevents hair damage and breakage without the oily feeling. Protein rich flaxseed milk will help to define the hair for a frizz free finish.  Application Tips:  Apply on very wet damp hair in a raking motion to distribute the product evenly. This will detangle your curls and give you a good foundation for styling. Now you can scrunch (if this is a method you like) from the ends of your hair to press excess product into the ends. Once dry, you can twist any sections that look unruly individually around your fingers with a little more product to help define them for the perfect anti frizz finish!   How To Make Curls Last Longer? To get the most from your freshly washed hair and extend time between washes, our ultimate must-know hacks are Skip the hairbrush. Seriously, just don’t pick it up. Especially when your hair is dry! If you need to, use a wide-toothed comb or your fingers. Sleep on Silk or Satin. The silk pillowcase trend was big for a reason... It works. Whilst you sleep, tossing and turning creates friction between our hair and the pillow causing tangles, split ends and breakage. Silk pillowcases dramatically reduce this friction by helping your hair to retain moisture.  With curly hair the main point here we’re trying to hone in is moisture is key. So wherever you can lock that moisture in is a win!  Stretch out wash times by opting for a trending wet look (achieved by applying more defining butter through the hair). OR tied back in a super sleek bun using the defining cream with face framing areas left out!   To shop the full curl product collection head here: