balayage and ombre

There are so many things to love about balayage and ombre: you get customized Hollywood hair that is low maintenance.  The color is applied after your haircut, as a way of customizing your color exactly to your length, which is preferred in making the most of your color job and your investment.  The application can take anywhere from 2 to 3 hours depending on the length of hair, and ranges in price from $220 to $300.

Right now, this is the most sought out style of coloring among celebrities all over the globe.  Celebrated model Lily Aldridge began the trend by sporting the ombre look with her golden caramelized locks.  Ombre styling is great to get that natural look like Giselle Bundchen and Cameron Diaz, or you can go more edgy with looks like Drew Barrymore and Rachel Bilson.

This gorgeous color style is super low-maintenance, you can go much longer between color touch ups in comparison to traditional hair coloring.  Only requiring occasional trimming to keep your locks looking fresh, ombre is a hip and chic look without having to try too hard.

the fioravanti rinse

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MkRGz1U19I Mishi debuted her new YouTube tutorial on her favorite product: Rene Furtererʼs Fioravanti, a clarifying and shine vinegar rinse.  I’m sure you’re thinking – “vinegar, really?!”  Really. And it smells amazing.

Furterer has revived the “ancestral traditions of vinegar rinses” by creating a product that provides amazing results with the aroma of citrus, lemon, orange and mandarin.  With the aid of an arrangement of plant extracts, this magical product adds life and shine to dull hair by sealing the cuticle shut, while acting as a natural detangler.  The rinse removes build up in hair caused from products and hard-water, giving your mane a boost with renewed body.  For all these reasons, Fioravanti is one of Mishiʼs, and now my, favorite products.  Anyone can use this rinse.  Itʼs perfect as a treatment a couple times a week or even every day.   If you only plan on using the product a couple times a week, you can use it after shampooing.  However, Mishiʼs favorite use of Fioravanti is to use it 4-5 times a week instead of your regular shampoo and conditioner -  which with continual use can dull and strip your color.  Itʼs also a great product to use after working out and when you need a hair refresher.

Here are the steps Mishi recommends when using the Fioravanti:

1.Start with your hair as wet as possible with a parting down the middle.

2.Then gently pour a cap full of the rinse along your part.  You will want to tilt your head slightly back to avoid the rinse from pouring on your face.

3.Gently work the product in with your fingers the same way you use shampoo, then rinse out with water and voila youʼre done!  You donʼt need any conditioner unless your hair is extra dry.

4.Afterward, style using a spray-in conditioner, like Rene Furtererʼs Fioravanti leave-in.

Follow with all your favorite styling products, style as usual and you are ready to start the day!!  Enjoy!!

welcome emi!

Hi Emi Nova here! I thought I would take a minute to introduce myself. I’m Mishi’s sister, and your new guide to the world of Morphic Beauty. I’ll be here sharing all the things we are doing in the salon and more! I’m hoping to inspire you with posts on our product favorites, style tips, iconic fashion heros, the latest trends in fashion, and everything in between. I am here to share with you all our tips and tricks!

First, let me tell you a little bit about myself. I love fashion and everything that comes with it. In fact I am a bit obsessed... from the hottest shoes and handbags, to hair products that give you sexy hair, and the hot tools required to get the look. Oh and did I mention makeup? This is my forte - the love of my life - something which I have devoted almost a decade of my life playing with, creating and beautifying all the lovely clients that sit in my chair My profession as a makeup artist began years ago when I attended Toni and Guy Hair Academy. From there I pursued my career with such salons and companies as Aveda, Stila Cosmetics, Bobby Brown, Shu Uemura and Guerlain. Their philosophies and mission have shaped me as an artist in creating beauty at its best in class, style and perfection. I have grown with a phenomenal collection of makeup pioneers and am now grateful to share with you my expertise and love in the world of beauty.

cut vs color?

People are always wondering which I like more cut or color? I love doing both equally. Its more satisfying to do a complete total makeover. I think that balayage and ombre is what I'm most known for since it is my specialty. But I see it that the cut has to support the color. For the color to look fresh the cut must be fresh. They should complement one another by highlighting and softening/ strengthening the features of my subject, the face.