We take pride on being self-sufficient. In fact, as parents we encourage our children to be independent from a very early age. Do-It-Yourself (DIY) projects are increasingly becoming more and more like a staple for cautious spending. As a colorist, I do not condemn the use of store bought color. I believe people have needs and sometimes their resources cannot fully meet them. Another driving force to an increase in DIY home coloring, is today's economy and the Covid-19 Pandemic. Many men and women are finding very difficult to see their stylists on a regular basis, so they take the DIY challenge to save money and time. However, with any undertaken challenge comes a mixture of emotions. Going to a drug store to choose the perfect hair color shade can be a very daunting experience. The biggest obstacle for women (and men) is choosing the right shade. Manufacturers do a fantastic campaign job ( with high profile models and actresses) to allure consumers to believe that home
--> Marias Arias, Owner of Nolan Vincent Salon, makes great strides to give her clients an experience to remember. From great hair color to amazing scalp massages and hair treatments. This year, Rene Furterer Hair Care invited Maria to style hair at the Fall/Winter 2014 Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week . Rene Furterer is a luxurious hair care line whose motto is all about “Healthy Scalp-Healthy Hair” Their products are plant based without parabens, synthetic silicones and sulfates. Under lead stylist, Didier Malige, Maria styled hair for designer Scott Sternberg of Band of Outsiders . The designer is known for his “modern, rebellious take on American style,” providing “classics-with-a-twist.” The hairstyle of choice was a textured ponytail to reflect the collection and Band of Outsiders unique style. For this look, Maria used Rene Furterer’s Volumea Volumizing Conditioning Spray , Naturia Dry Shampoo and Vegetal Finishing Spray . V