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Did you know, it hurts being a blonde, Literally!

admin — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 21:00:33 +0000

Being a blonde, an itchy situation

I’ve been a blond two years now, and let me tell you something, IT HURTS! Every two weeks I do my roots because I can’t bear to see my dark, unsightly roots pearcing through my scalp. I don’t look forward to doing my root touch-up, and not because I have to sit there for an hour while I process. As soon as the color goes on my scalp it begins to itch and burn. My sister asks me why I continue to make myself blonde if twice monthly I suffer for an hour while my hair changes color. It’s not just while the color is on my scalp that it is painful, but for two days after I have an uncontrollable itch in the back of my head. Okay people, I promise you I am not making this up. Not everyone itches with haircolor, but at least half of the people do!

Barry & Micheal

Wouldn’t it be great if being a blonde wasn’t so painful? What ingredients makes me suffer? Well, I’ve found out the answer. Miracles Salon (Arlington, VA) had an educational color class this past Thursday for a new colorline, Affinage. This color is not abrassive like other colors, it will not fade, it most certainly won’t make your scalp itch (even if you are trying to lighten in significantly). What makes it stand out the most is that it is sulfate-free.
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Well why should you care about using a sulfate-free shampoos and hair colors? There are many health concerns lately with sulfates leading the way for an industry of sulfate-free products. Using products with sulfates can actually damage your hair follicle, and yes can lead to HAIR LOSS! Sulfates are used as a preservative in almost everything, but when used on your head, they strip the hair and your scalp of natural oils you need, causing your hair to dry out; not to mention that it strips away your hair color making your salon visits more frequent.

So after Micheal, the educator for Affinage in Las Vegas formulated my color.... the color went on my scalp with, ghasp, not an itch or burn in sight! I'm sold on the sulfates, I hope you are too Please vote for Miracles for best Salon.

The Peoples Choice Awards….Celebrity Hairstyles

admin — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 01:41:05 +0000

Happy New Year!

We at Miracles Salon wish you all happiness and health for 2010! An arctic start here in the Washington, D.C. area, but that doesn’t mean that under those hats, hoods and scarves we shouldn’t have red carpet-worthy hair.

The new year is starting off with a bunch of award shows where celebrities are going to be wearing the seasons must haves and ofcourse, the “it” hair styles. This past Sunday was the People’s Choice Awards, and on January 17th the Golden Globe awards will be airing on TV. I know Racheal Zoe must be in a scramble trying to find the must have dresses of the season, and accessories to match. So, as we brace the winter chills, spring fashions will be in full force.

What was going on at the People’s Choice Awards? There was one overall trend when it came to hair, most celebrities had their hair down in a soft wave: Mariah Carey, Jessica Alba, Carrie Underwood– but also Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman who opted for the flat iron look. Ladies, I keep saying it, bring those hot rollers out! With a little bit of practice, it should take you no more than ten minutes to have red carpet hair!

I don’t think this trend is going anytime soon, I wonder if it’s going to continue to the Golden Globes, or will they muster up something new? I guess we shall have to wait and see. Until then, plug in those hot rollers and pull out the hairspray!

Happy Curling!



Blazing Hair……highlights and lowlights from Scruples
admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:27:42 +0000
Miracles just took a color class, it was Blazing! Blazing is a highlighting & color system by Scruples. So, what did we learn?

Olympia (L) & the educator for Scruples (Pam Anderson)


Voula getting blonder


Ray & Ritu
Have you ever been to a salon, and been shown a swatch of color that your hair was going to look like, but wasn’t even close? Are you tired of those brassy, reddish tones that you call your “highlights.” There is no need for sitting under a dryer for longer than 15 minutes. Well what if I tell you that now you have the opportunity to get exactly what you ask for?

Maria checking the blazing!

With your new Blazing color, you will maintain your healthy, shiny hair WITH a beautiful color. No need to spend HOURS lifting and toning in the salon. This one step highlighting system is brand new, and MIRACLES SALON has it! Over eight different colors to choose from, ranging from a red to platinum! 

Call to check availability for appointments.

Miracles Salon

1501 Wilson Blvd

Arlington, VA 22209

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How to keep your hair straight and smooth
admin — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:43:50 +0000
Here are some pro tips on keeping your hair satin smooth:
1 Apply Redken Straight and Smooth to your hair while still damp but not soaking wet. Blow dry using low-heat settings, make sure you are pointing at the scalp that tends to expand the cuticle and gives more volume.
2 When dry, take small sections of hair(I DO MEAN SMALL) and use a good quality flat iron to straighten the hair.
3 If the hair is tough to work with,use a light mist of  Spray Starch 15 by Redken.
4 If this fails, call us.
Happy hair everyone