We just cant control it!!!! (help)

With these warm days upon us something seems to happen to our hair, and we cant really put our finger on it, ha, who are we kidding we can barely even put our fingers through it!! Its the frizz and craziness that is associated with the humidity that we have to deal with during these New England summers. Don't worry though this wont be like the 1963 movie The Birds, with crazy birds trying to attack your nest. 

We do have a secret weapon and her name is Lissea!!! Shes a tall lengthy thing with a whole lot of control when it comes to those hairy situations.   

LISSEA

[lis-ee-ah]

smoothing, nourishing

LISSEA smoothing care smooths and nourishes unruly, frizzy hair with natural ingredients that restore hair’s health and radiance.  Natural Alkekenge extract instantly smooths and controls volume and frizz while Avocado oil nourishes and moisturizes.  This smoothing system leaves hair perfectly smooth, shiny and soft.

Lissea is great because it's a system that you can use in the summer when your frizz is out of control but also something that you can use whenever you are using a flat iron or giving yourself a blow out. Lissea with help will maintain natural and unruly hair along with the damage that can worsen our frizz from the years of heat we put to it. 

To shave or not to shave

We see a hairstyle come up once or twice a year that makes us go 'huh now wouldn't that be fun to try'! Its a bold and chic statement that has made its way from the red carpets to the pages of Vogue and Glamour. The only thing that stops us is that it involves shaving of a portion of your hair and we aren't sure that we are that dedicated to the fun look.. Rihanna is someone who is famous for wearing this look. She rocks it with her ever famous ombre locks!

We wondered how we could rock this fun rocker chic look without dedicating ourselves to such a drastic change. Than we found the beautiful Heidi Klum with a hair style that almost replicated this amazing look! 

 Though Heidi hasn't dedicated her self to the buzz cut she has created this amazing and just as chic fun fresh style that is easy for mostly anyone to try!! Our style tip for this look is having a french braid that angles down towards the nap of the neck with the excess hair tucked under with a few bobby pins. Finished off with the Rene Furterer Vegetable finishing spray. 

Make sure to grab your best hair guru to assist you with the part, you want a nice clean line! 

The crisp part is crucial in this updated and noncommittal look!  

The Fringe with Ferricchia Spring 2014

The trend right now that we love is the platinum blonde! Stars from Michelle Williams to Beyonce have sported these trendy and bold looks. Now we understand that Platinum blonde isn't for everyone and that it can be a leap from the 'safety' zone. But this is a leap that is worth trying, its a fresh start a new you. Heck isn't that what spring is all about, new beginnings. If you aren't a fan of the all over color than the best alternative is doing a platinum ombre! Stars from Jennifer Lopez to Kim Kardashian have rocked these amazing looks! Think of how fun it would be to hold a dinner party with your closest friends and surprising them all with a rockin' platinum look! 

        

 

Even the boys are going blonde, Adam Levine just posted this picture (bottom left) to his twitter and social media went crazy!!! Lets get that color on and post your own Adam Levine inspired photo to your social media (after the big reveal of course) and wait till you see the reactions!!!

 If you follow our idea for your blonde coming out party we have the perfect cocktail its called
The French Blonde! This recipe makes one cocktail. 

INGREDIENTS

½ oz. elderflower liqueur, like St. Germain
1 oz. dry gin
2 oz. White Lillet
2 oz. fresh grapefruit juice
A few dashes lemon bitters

INSTRUCTIONS

Vigorously shake together all ingredients in an ice-filled cocktail shaker for at least 30 seconds. Strain into a martini glass.

Today March 20th is not only the first day of spring but it's also National Live Happy Day. With spring a symbol of new growth in our gardens and trees, a cleanup of our closets and homes why shouldn't it be a symbol of growth in ourselves. 

  

National Live Happy Day is really a day to remind you to put the negativity aside and replace it with positivity.

Quote from http://actsofhappiness.org/:

"Acts Of Happiness, It’s as simple as a hug. A kind word. Helping a neighbor. Holding a door.

Acts of Happiness are small things—with a big impact. They’re every day, thoughtful expressions that others do for us—and that we intentionally do for others.

So, come on! Make someone’s day—and yours—a little brighter."

At the salon we have a wall in the back room that has inspirational and positive quotes, these are important for us because it reminds us every day who we want to be and what we want to strive for.

So what are you going to do, not just today to bring happiness to yourself and to others!

 Again even the smallest of things can change someone’s day.

Talk about a chic rainy day look! We just love the trench paired with her low pony (you'll see our tip below on how to create this look from 3/14/14). Don't let the rain discourage you from looking your best. If you are looking for a quick way to cover up those locks than we recommend using a wide brim hat, pairing it with a jeans a cute oxford and a vest and what rainy day look isn't complete with a pair of Hunter rain boots all we have to say is FABBBB!

With spring upon us it means we can rid our closets of those large puffy coats that cover our cute outfits, the hats that flatten our hair and and the mittens that cover our fresh manicures. We become butterflies shedding our outer shells to reveal the beautiful things we all are.

 Then reality hits and we realize that the over sized coats cover our comfy clothes not cute outfits and who are we kidding, the hat hid all the growth we have been putting off from our last appointment and the gloves come in handy because we all know none of us have been having regular manicures. So spring is not only a time to clean the house but to clean yourself up.

 The question on everyone's mind is "where do we start"? So that's why we are here to help you in creating the perfect most polished spring and summer looks.

Lets start from the top and work our way down:




The trend on the runways this year that we all love is a low pony tail, it's one of those things that you can wear from the office, to that business luncheon and to the PTA.
Its a casual yet refined.

Our tip: is gently move the pony from left to right before securing at the nap, it'll loosen to create the soft frame without losing the shape. 

Another runway favorite of ours is loose waves.
The loose wave is a timeless look that really flatters mostly everyone! You can wear it short or long and its a great look for cocktails at the Top Of The East or a casual lunch with your best girlfriends!

Our Tip: Keep waves random and tousled for a carefree feel, if you pair this look with an ombre, it  give your locks so much depth! 

For these very casual elegant looks we suggest going light on the makeup! Mascara and lips are any easy application that are great for anyone on the go! A natural/ nude lip color can go a long way and will enhance what you already have, if you want to go bold, a great red lip stain will be sure to make you pop! Again keeping the eyes very subtle with a great mascara will give you that runway look!

Now to the nails! A manicure is one of the most easy ways to change your look up. It doesn't take much time and you are sure to wow with a great color! This season the look is white, a white nail will draw slight attention but wears well with anything. If you are looking to get into a color, navy blue! It wears well and looks great with jeans and a leather jacket or a floor length gown for that charity event you have coming up!  These helpful hints are here to get you ready for this coming spring.

The mind of a great artist

As an artist in the hair industry every head of hair is a canvas. Our minds tend to yearn to remold shape and bring brilliant dimensions of color to most heads of hair.

As time goes on the craving for an inner understanding of how hair grows enters our minds. The hair bulb is the source of how hair will look visually. That is why, with a clear understanding, many of us recommend intense nutrients for your scalp. The more someone focuses on keeping a healthy scalp their planted hair bulbs will thrive in a well-balanced environment. Everyone should treat their scalp and then treat their hair separately.

My clients who use a prescriptive regimen of scalp nutrients (scalp oils) and treat their hair with additional weekly treatments (think intense hydrating Shea butter) have thicker, shinier, healthier hair.

If you have not been introduced and need information on how to go about improving the quality of your hair then find an artist or a salon that focuses on how to achieve this for you.

- Team Ferricchia

Let's Talk Hair Loss

Is hair loss a reoccurring thought floating around in your head day after day?

Hereditary Female Hair Loss Patterns

There are a myriad of causes besides hereditary factors that affect hair growth.  Fact is, it happens to more of us than you think! So now that you’re thinking about it let’s talk causes, solutions and prevention.

Men and women are both affected by hereditary and temporary hair loss.  Stress, cancer treatments, pregnancy, thyroid issues, and some medications are just some of the causes of temporary hair loss. High levels of oil and collagen can tighten around the hair bulb reducing nutrition and circulation. There are options out there besides hair implants or just accepting your fate.

Complexe 5 enhances the effectiveness of treatments up to 10 times!

Rene Furterer hair care products provide two treatment plans based on the type of hair loss. Both treatment systems start with cleansing the scalp with Complexe 5, which increases microcirculation as well as nourishes the scalp.  Everyone should use this regardless of their situation as a healthy scalp equals healthy hair.

Both permanent and temporary hair loss clients will find Rene Furterer Forticea shampoo strengthens the hair bulb and helps to hold the hair on to the scalp while continuing to stimulate microcirculation and delivering essential nutrition to the hair bulb.

Triphasic should be used twice a week for one month then once per week

Triphasic VHT treatment is formulated for those with hereditary (progressive) hair loss. It works against the three factors responsible for thinning hair by increasing microcirculation, regulating oil production, and preventing the tightening of collagen.

RF 80 should be used once per week for a three month period.  

For those with temporary hair loss, RF 80 is the answer. RF 80 improves the hair’s structure by stimulating cell renewal and production, increasing circulation, delivering increased nutrition, and promoting keratin formation. 

These products are best used according to the manufactures instruction and all our stylist are highly trained to recommend which system will work best for you!

- Team Ferricchia

At ferricchia we love looking great, but what we love more is all things that are healthy and safe for our bodies! This is why we provide true plant based hair care products – but, what about your nails…?

Our nail care system is free of formaldehyde, phthalate, and nitrocellulose (say goodbye to yellow stained nails, oh yeah!) 

It's certainly okay to paint your nails yellow....

... but don't stain them yellow!

We use a non-toxic, non-yellowing, hypoallergenic nail polish system that dries in only five minutes, how nice is that!?! And it’s great for young kids too!

You're never too young for some pampering!

Get a manicure and ferricchia and hide your nails in shame no more! 

- Team Ferricchia

End of Summer Hair

That’s right, it’s the end of summer, and that means it’s time to indulge your locks with a reviving treatment. Autumn is a great time to start a hair regiment sure to carry you through the long cold winter months. Start now, with a hair care prescription and your hair will be sure to make it through to a healthy spring!

Our first recommendation is to start with a shampoo geared towards cleansing and repairing your hair. We love Rene Furterer’s Intense Nourishing Karite Shampoo for its rich but gentle cleansing power that nourishes and revives damaged hair and scalp. 

Sensitive scalp? Try Rene's Astera!

Complexe 5

Speaking of your scalp, a healthy scalp means healthy hair and now is no time to neglect those precious hair bulbs! Complexe 5 Regenerating Plant Extract provides a deep scalp cleanse and stimulates micro-circulation.

Next, we have to talk conditioner, one that really works – not something you rinse out after less than a minute! Think a luxurious herbal blend of Carthamus (Safflower) oil, Vitamin B5, Rosemary, and Bergamot packed into a gentle but hydro-nutritive Cartham mask. Squeeze out any excess moisture then let your hair drink up this nutritious delight for two to five minutes.

Last, but most certainly not the least important step, is a serum. A leave-in treatment designed to provide intense nutrition throughout the day, we can’t live without Rene Furterer’s Karite No Rinse Repairing Serum. Rich in shea oil, treating your hair for a minimum of twice a week will do wonders for your locks!  

Trust us, these basic steps will result in thicker, shinier, faster growing hair. By spring time your hair will be the topic (and envy) of all your friends conversations!

- Team Ferricchia

Last Minute Bride? Fear not, we're here to help!

It’s not too late to find a salon for your big day! A few tips we find help last minute brides:

• Schedule a consultation, even if you’re planning your event out of town. A consultation via Skype or Face Time allows you to speak to your stylist wherever you are. This allows the stylist to visually design your final look before the main event.

•  If possible, schedule an in salon consultation with a complete run through of hair and makeup. You’ll have the opportunity to fine tune all the details with your stylist and you will leave reassured that the final result will be nothing short of gorgeous. 

Pictures of your favorite styles will help your stylist achieve your desired look.

Don't forget to bring hairpieces, especially your veil!

                                                                                 

• Consider hair extensions! Hair extensions are a great temporary way to make any style you choose look celebrity fabulous.

Eva Longoria with elegant curly extensions.

Jessica Simpson loves to change it up for the red carpet!

    Enjoy your special day in style and create memories that will surely last a lifetime!

    - Team Ferricchia

Summer is almost here!

Are You Ready For Your Sun-Kissed Glow?

Now that winter is finally over (thank goodness), it’s time to start working on our summer style; first and foremost, our hair. Let’s face it, if our hair looks great, we look great!

It’s time to break away from that dull, all over color we typically fade into during the long winter months and it’s time to freshen up our look with some new highlights!

Whether you are brunette, blonde, red or anything in between, highlights are the answer to brighten up your look.  At Ferricchia Hair Salon we will create a unique formula specific for your hair. Whether you are looking for a more dramatic look or a soft, subtle glow, our stylists are ready to create the look you desire.

Just remember, proper hair care is required to ensure the longevity of your color. At Ferricchia we love PhytoMist. PhytoMist is a weightless leave-in conditioner that detangles, boosts radiance and shine and, most importantly, protects your color from the suns harmful UVA and UVB rays.

So the question remains: Are you ready for that Sun-Kissed Glow? 

Stay looking fabulous all summer long!

- Team Ferricchia

Balayage! “They’re not your mother’s highlights.”

“Roots are in! Its modern and the look has everyone from Hollywood A-list to your local news anchors changing their color to this look. The best part about the Balayage look is that you can make it your own.

                                                     
                                                          Sarah Jessica Parker with her stunning Balayage

 

For blonde clients we love the carmel and golden tones with some brighter light pieces around the face and toward the ends. The seamlessness and precision of this application can leave the hair looking like you’ve been on the beach in the South of France for three months.  Think Gisel!

                                                 Gisele's Balayage highlights look so natural

For brunettes the brighter red/mahogany tones can really add a nice twist. Balayage is French for sweeping.  

                                                    The beautiful Jessica Biel with her Balayage look

 

As colorists' we love it. It allows us to be more creative with each client. Here at Ferricchia we love color and love all the current changes. Come see us, we'd love to help you decide which style is the best for you!

Happy Spring! xoxo

-Team Ferricchia

Fascinating Fringe

Golly,
Let's talk about the very thing our blog's name is inspired by : Fringe, AKA bangs.

Reese Witherspoon's gorgeous bang.

Today there are so many styles of fringe out there: everything from subtle face framing wisps to bold blunt bangs. There are baby doll or pixie bangs as well as a side-swept look that can be a bit more non-committal.

Zooey Deschanel's fringe has become synonomous with her look.

There seems to be a style out there to suit everyone. Do you gravitate toward an edgy punk aesthetic or do you prefer a classic and polished look? We can guarantee there is a type of fringe out there that will flatter your face and appeal to your sense of style. During a consultation, our stylists will help you determine the look you aspire to achieve and make that look work on you!

Fringe can minimize some "flaws" (we think quirks are beautiful, by the way) like a high forehead or strong jawline by framing your face accordingly.  It can also accentuate your personal style. Take Haley Bennet's short asymmetrical fringe. She is a classic beauty but her bangs convey a certain playfulness or whimsy.



Haley Bennett's short, asymmetrical bang. Rockin'!

Some looks are super stylized, like Dita Von Tesse or Katy Perry who choose to take their fringe in a decidedly retro direction. It's a high impact look, especially when paired with a to-die-for vintage dress and cat eyes or matte red lips.

 

Dita's VERY retro inspired fringe.



     

Miss Hathaway's long, sideswept fringe.




 

Fringe works beautifully with all hair lengths. With a cropped or pixie cut, bangs are a stunning way to complete the look. Anne Hathaway's current look is a Divine example.  Camilla Belle wears long, blunt bangs that fall below her brow line. Very dramatic and very high- impact.

Fringe is in, and there is a broad spectrum of styles that work to flatter all face shapes and features. Come in and get some bangs that will accentuate and complement your look.

Ciao,
Team Ferricchia



Braids, magical and beautiful

Darlings!

Braids are bigger than ever this season (I know we said this last season, but plaits are here to stay and have only gained momentum!). We see them on the red carpet, at the gym, Incorporated into bridal hairstyles. We see fishtails, french, inverted. Braids truly are everywhere and the possibilities of how to wear them is endless.

A braided style done right here on the floor at Ferricchia.

Once reserved for little girls on the playground,  braids have become a sophisticated option for grown women. With all these choices, how does one pick the right braid for themselves? The truth is, you can probably rock whatever braid-style most appeals to you. These styles are universally flattering and add a quirky yet polished finish to any look.

Here are some of our favorites:

 

The fishtail. Side swept and absolutely appropriate paired with formal attire.

 



Rachel McAdams rocks a double braid accentuated by a fuscia flower.



Sienna Miller's take on a Heidi braid. Gorgeous!



Wow! Diane Kreuger looks amazing with an embellished fishtail!



 

Emily Blunt's up-do incorporates the side braid.

Nicole Richie is effortlessly flawless yet again.

 

Jennifer Aniston's carefree style is as much at home on the red carpet as on the beach.


 

There is so much great braid inspiration out there right now: look to the red carpet, runways and magazines and you'll see braids everywhere! Come see us, we'd love to try some looks on you and help you decide which braid style is the best for you!

 

See you soon braided babes!

 

Team Ferricchia