April Ferri
Professional Hair Stylist
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How to
Lighten Red Hair
Learn to lighten dyed or natural red hair Whether you naturally have red hair or you’ve dyed your hair a red color, if you think the color looks too dark, your red hair might not be right for you anymore. Lightening yo...
How to
Dye Black Hair Brown
Dyeing black-colored hair can be tricky because not all hair colors will show up on it. This is because hair is not translucent; it's opaque. With the right products and technique, however, it's possible to dye black hai...
How to
Cover Grey Roots on Highlighted Hair
Experimenting with different hair colors and highlights can be a lot of fun, but it can be frustrating to see grey roots grow in to your new hair. While many people are embracing their grey or silver hair, it’s natural...
How to
Get Red Out of Hair
If you want to strip red dye from your hair, you can use a commercial color-removing product or try a home remedy. If you want to turn your red hair blonde, start by removing the dye, apply a high-lift color, do a bleach...
How to Use Blue Dye in Dark Hair Without Bleach
Get that blue hue in black or brown hair without damaging your locks Blue hair is a great way to create a bold and fun look! If you have dark hair and want to avoid using bleach, use a blue hair dye that is specifically ...
How to
Fix Yellow Hair
Yellow tones are very common in bleached blonde hair and they're caused by warmer undertones in your natural hair peeking through. This can happen right after bleaching, or the yellow tones might show up a few weeks late...
How to
Remove Ash Tone from Hair
Toning your hair can help it turn from bright and brassy to cool and sleek. However, applying too much ash toner can make your hair turn gray or look dull. If you accidentally toned your hair too much, that’s okay! You...
How to
Turn Grey Hair Blonde
Transitioning to blonde is a great way to get rid of those stubborn grays! If you want to use hair dye, go with a permanent or demi-permanent formula, depending on how much gray coverage you need. If you prefer the natur...
Why Does My Hair Get Greasy Overnight? (And How to Stop It)
A complete guide to managing oily hair while you snoozeYou go to bed with hair looking like you just starred in a shampoo commercial. But when you wake up, your locks are greasy and limp. It’s frustrating when your hai...
How to
Maintain Ash Brown Hair
Ash brown is a beautiful, cool-brown color. Like all hair dye, it can fade, especially if you don't take good care of it. It also has a tendency to turn brassy. If you have very light ash brown hair, you may be able to t...
How to
Cut Wavy Hair Yourself
A beginner's guide to cutting wavy hair and getting gorgeous resultsDo you need to give your wavy hair a trim? We are here to help. Luckily, there are a few techniques that make it easier—even if you’ve never cut you...
How to
Lighten Highlights That Are Too Dark
Highlights create depth in your hair and can brighten up your style to add a pop of color to your overall look. However, if you’ve gotten highlights and they are too dark, you may not be happy with how they look with y...
How to
Know if Hair Dye Is Expired
Is that old dye package in your bathroom really safe to use?You’d like to color your hair, and you find some old hair dye lying around your home. Problem solved, right? Not quite—while most hair dyes are good for 2-3...
How to Lighten Dark Grey Hair
If your grey hair is darker than you'd like, you definitely have options for lightening it up a bit. Working with grey hair can be tricky, though, since it's fragile and technically has no pigment in it. Don't worry—we...
Short Wavy Hair: Style, Care, and Maintenance
If you've got short, wavy hair, you may have some questions when it comes to styling. Things like avoiding frizz, detangling waves, and choosing the perfect styling products can feel like a daunting task, but don't fret...
How to
Remove Black Hair Dye Without Damaging Your Hair
Whether you’ve been dyeing your hair black for years or you wanted to try it just this once, there may come a moment when you’re ready for a change. Black dye is one of the toughest colors to get out of your hair, bu...
How to
Style 2b Hair
If you've got 2B hair, you're blessed with naturally wavy hair, but how do you style it? You're probably one of those people who can roll out of bed and rock messy waves, but you may be dealing with frizz or overly dry h...
How Often Should Black Hair Be Washed?
It can be super tempting to reach for the shampoo whenever you hop in the shower—but is it okay to wash natural hair that often? That’s a totally valid question—and we’re here to answer it. We’ve outlined every...
How to
Lighten Blonde Hair
Many girls want to lighten their naturally blonde hair to make it just a little brighter and bolder, especially during the summer months. Luckily, there are many methods of achieving blonder hair, whether you're on a bud...
How to
Dye Your Hair Pink
Easy steps for dyeing hair pink & maintaining the colorDyeing your hair pink is a great way to change up your style. It can be as subtle as a rose gold ombre, or as vibrant as all-over hot pink. The process is simple, bu...
