Author: Salon Pure

Summer days are calling our name! We can all celebrate and toast the return of hot days and long balmy nights. In between BBQs, music festivals, and lounging by the pool, the last thing you want to be doing this season is worrying about your hair. Because we all know that with summer, comes the dreaded and inevitable humidity (sleek hair’s worst nightmare!). Keeping hair groomed and off your face is key to staying cool and looking fresh this season,Read more

There’s nothing more refreshing than a cool pool on a hot summer day. But in between practising your dives and swimming laps, or just lounging and chatting with your friends, a quick dip in the water can be disastrous for your beautiful blonde balayage. The fact is, chemically processed hair suffers in chlorine water due to trace particles of copper lurking in pools. These particles stick to the protein in your hair, causing that dreaded greenish hue. Swamp monster hair?Read more

Anna Pacitto, co-owner of Pure salon and multiple award-winning international hairstylist, has added a new prestige title to her career by becoming the new Artistic Director for Intercoiffure America Canada. Q: Hi Anna, can you tell us about this new role, and what’s involved in it? Anna Pacitto: In order to become Artistic Director of Intercoifffure America Canada, you first have to be a member of the organisation. And in order to become a member, you need to be sponsoredRead more

Dealing with dry, dull and unmanageable hair that lacks lustre and vibrancy? You’re not alone. Especially if you need your hair colour fix on a regular basis. Lucky for you, the newest crop of hair masks and treatments are not only formulated to bring much-needed moisture back to dull and dry strands, but they also nourish hair and scalp with healthy nutrients to repair damage, make hair silky soft, boost colour and revive with shine. Essentially, everything you want!  Read more

The true beauty of an undercut? It’s a hairstyle that can suit absolutely everyone. It can be androgynous and sharp, wavy and feminine, too bold and masculine. The undercut is undeniably the chameleon of the hair world. Originally dubbed the bad boy haircut of the 1920s, the style has seen many revivals throughout the 21st century, inspiring celebrities like Selena Gomezand Scarlett Johannsonto experiment with the edgy look.   The style is a perfect option for those looking to make aRead more

When it comes to beauty trends, we all know that keeping up with the latest styles is a serious struggle, especially when it comes to hair. You visit your salon and by the time you leave, your fav Insta influencer has already posted a selfie with a killer new look (Remember unicorn hair? We don’t!) So if you’re a commitment-phobe, but love flirting with new colours, then get ready to meet your new soul-mate, hair gloss!   Hair gloss isRead more

Hipsters rejoice, the beard lives on! Guys may have bid farewell to long locks and man-buns, but rest assured sleek cuts and well-groomed beards are still very much in style, so don’t delete your barber’s number just yet! A well executed shave and a fresh haircut is a surefire way to upgrade your look, and make you stand out this spring. Need a little inspiration? We got you covered with the best facial hair trends at the moment to keepRead more

If you’re in the mood for super on-trend hair colour but don’t want to commit to a specific shade, View, the new demi-permanent haircolour from Italian eco-friendly beauty brand Davines, has everything you want. Including incredible, non-stop shine! Colours That Blend In Demi-permanent hair colour is a fun way to play up your craving for Instagramable hair shades that gradually vanish six to eight weeks after they’re applied — roughly 15 to 20 shampoos–, so there’s no commitment on yourRead more

Planning a tropical getaway this January to escape the extreme polar vortex? There’s nothing better than a sun-soaked vacation to recharge and escape those winter blues and icy weather. But while you’re packing and planning, don’t forget to stash the essentialvacation hair care goodies to ensure that your hair stays healthy and strong despite any added heat, salt, or humidity. With the proper care and the right routine, along with a super chic oversized sunhat and some SPF specially formulatedRead more

The Colour Authority has done it again! This year, Pantone has announced Living Coral as thecolour of 2019, so get ready for this ocean-inspired hue to take over beauty and haircolour palettes with its vibrant, energizing, and all-natural appeal. Sparkling Shade A vibrant shade of orange blended with mellow golden undertones, Living Coral balances movement and stillness, vibrancy and serenity. It’s the sparkling pop of colour found at the bottom of a still ocean. It’s a colour of contradictions andRead more