MASKS

For the average person, we recommend a cough drop-to-Oreo-sized amount. Masks are a great weekly treatment which gradually reduce stress on strands when you’re out and about. While we recommend you apply your daily conditioners from mid-shaft to ends, your weekly hair mask should be applied from roots to ends. The thickness of your mask will help you decide whether the recommended Oreo or cough drop-sized portion is your go-to.

Is your mask super thick in texture? That’s likely because it has a common, richly-hydrating and thickening compound called BTMS in it. So, go light on your application and maybe use a bit of water to evenly saturate your hair, since this stuff is the real deal when it comes to long-lasting hydration (and may make your hair oily if overused). Is your mask on the creamier, lightweight side? That’s probably because it has a bit of water already included in its formula, so feel free to apply it generously all over.

Should I Cut or Color First?

WHEN TO COLOR FIRST

YOU WANT TO LIGHTEN UP YOUR SHADE.

Frequently lightening your hair can stress out your strands and lead to damage. Because of this, we recommend that you lighten first and trim away the unhealthy ends afterward. After processing, your stylist can decide how much hair needs to be taken off based on the condition of your ends. Our hair color can only take you up or down two levels from your current shade, which helps to avoid over-processing.

TRANSITIONING TO A SUPER-SHORT HAIRSTYLE.

For shorter hairstyles like the trending pixie, or cuts that are six inches and under, it can be easier to dye your hair first. Removing length means there’s a lot less to work with; and while that can be a good thing for mid-length hairstyles, sectioning is challenging for super-short cuts. Applying your color before you cut makes it so much easier to section while coloring, and it prevents color overlapping from one section to another just below it.

BlogMarie ManninoJanuary 16, 2019Hair Color, Hair Care, Color Maintenance, Colorist Tips, Color Care, Styling, Beauty, Client Care

Which Shampoo And Conditioner Is Right For Me?

WHICH SHAMPOO IS BEST FOR REDHEADS?

Reds require the most care and maintenance since they fade quickly. Why? Because the molecules in red hair color are large, and over-washing your hair can cause the color to rinse out easily. We recommend only cleansing red hair twice a week and opting for a gentle shampoo to maintain the vibrancy of your hue when you do wash. Another great tip is to alternate cleansing with a dry shampoo to prolong your shade and limit excess oils midweek. To maintain a gorgeous red, we suggest using a moisturizing conditioner that will seal the cuticle of your hair follicles to lock in the pigment.

How-To: Summery Beach Waves With the NuMe 25mm Magic Curling Wand

Whenever curl-spiration strikes you already know what look you want. Summery beach waves are easy and fun to wear, but it’s as much about your technique as it is the tool you use to get them. There are different barrel sizes and materials to consider, as well as your choice of a curling iron or clipless curling wand. Each size barrel can give you a very different hairstyle, so it’s best that you look to the right size barrel and whether or not the barrel is pure titanium, tourmaline ceramic or coated.

BlogMarie ManninoFebruary 7, 2018Blog, Beauty, Hair Care

Color Me Gorgeous With Temporary Hair Chalk

Women and men have colored their hair since 1500 BC, and finally, in the 2000s, we’ve brought the idea of multiple color schemes to life. Rainbow, mermaid, and blorange looks pretty awesome on Pinterest, but what about on you? It’s hard to know unless you try it; the only problem is, you’ll probably have to bleach it to get that look if you’ve got darker hair. Everyone wants to know, how can I get color like that without blasting my natural color?

Beauty, PressMarie ManninoNovember 29, 2017Beauty, Hair Care, NuMe, NuMe Professional Styling Tools

Pineapple Express Your Way to Perfect Hair

The Late Night Hair Trick That Says, “I Woke Up Like This.”

You’ve seen this high ponytail on top celebrities like Rihanna, but it’s more than just a day look. The hair trick called ‘Pineappling,’ will give you a lot more extra time in the AM. Instead of working tirelessly with way too much product to salvage your sexy hair from the night before, just practice your best hair pineapple, and you’re good to add twenty extra minutes or so to your alarm clock.

There are, of course, a couple of trade secrets to help you balance product and set your hair the night before for a successful Pineappling. We’ll talk about a few tips we heard through the grapevine about Pineappling for overnight curly hair, straight locks and wavy styles. No joke. With NuMe, we’ve got you covered in the style department because no one wants to spend hours on a hairstyle just to have it vanish before the day is done. You’re not Cinderella, so let your beauty linger just a little bit longer. And yeah, if you’ve got the Pen Pineapple Apple Pen song stuck in your head so do we. Ugh.

Blog, MarketingMarie ManninoNovember 16, 2017Hair Hacks, Beauty, Hair Care, Beauty Blog, NuMe

Time-Saving, Quick Fix Hair Hacks Every Girl Should Know

Shoo, Flyaways! Don’t Bother Me!

Benefits: One-minute fix. Frizz-free style.

No matter what you do, those frizzy spots just won’t stand down. The best thing to do when your styling oil won’t work its magic on your flyaways is to grab an old makeup brush, Kabuki brushes and powder brushes are our favorites to use for this little trick and spritz it with a little finishing spray. Then lightly brush your roots with this finishing spray and see the magic unfold before your eyes. Frizz-free in a jiffy. Bye! This hair hack is also great for people with oily hair when applying styling oil only makes you feel super greasy. Try this instead and kill two birds with one stone.

What you’ll need: Kabuki or old powder makeup brush and NuMe Hair-Fie Ready Finishing Spray.

Blog, BeautyMarie ManninoNovember 10, 2017Beauty Tips, Beauty, Hair Care, NuMe Professional Styling Tools, NuMe

Your No-Nonsense Guide to NuMe Curling Wands

Curling Wand Sizes

If you’ve ever seen Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, you may feel exactly like Alice listening to the caterpillar talk about mushrooms when someone mentions curling wand sizes to you. But at NuMe we’re here to help you understand the differences between the sizes of your curling wands and the types of curls you can achieve with each one. While there are women out there who find one particular size they love and stick to it, you might be someone who wants a little more variety. Believe us when we say there’s a lot you can do with a curling wand and all the sizes we make here. This graphic is your go-to curl chart and lives on the homepage of our website just in case you need it later.

Beauty, Blog, MarketingMarie ManninoNovember 3, 2017Hair Care, Styling Tools, Curling Wands, Styling, Beauty, Beauty Blog

The Wand Chooses the Wizard - Curling Wands for Each Hogwarts’ House

No, you won’t need a Polyjuice Potion to get Fleur Delacour hair this time. In fact, we’ll help you find the perfect magical curling wand to give you the cutest ringlets like Rita Skeeter, or luscious waves like the sweet Luna Lovegood. And just as your locks need a good wand to channel their power, it’s important you try out a few to get the looks you’ve been spelling over. After all, we don’t want Hermione year one hair to be our first impression this Halloween. Girl, we got you.

Loosen Up Your Tight Hairstyles to Prevent Thinning Hair

Scalp Stress Is Real - Hairstyles and Techniques That Cause It

When your hair is in pain that can make you feel all sorts of things. The issue can also cause you to wonder what is going on with your hair and why. Itching, burning, and soreness in your scalp, especially when you move your hair is more than just uncomfortable; it’s a sign that something is happening. Your hair is trying to tell you that it’s being pulled too tightly or set in a way that causes the follicle to experience stress at the root which makes your scalp feel sore.

Blog, BeautyMarie ManninoOctober 9, 2017Hair Health, Beauty, Thinning Hair, Blog, Beauty Blog, Beauty Tips, Hair Hacks, Hair Care

NuMe + ULTA Launch Party at Cristophe Salon in Beverly Hills On National Hair Day

NuMe Styling Tools Launch In Stores And Online at ULTA Beauty!

The NuMe and ULTA Beauty launch party required weeks of planning, but our CEO Sabrina’s dream took years to come to life. On October 1st, this last Sunday, we had some big announcements to share with our guests at Cristophe Salon in Beverly Hills. Not only did we launch a collection of our bestselling NuMe styling tools in stores and online at ULTA Beauty, but also NuMe’s official holiday, National Hair Day! Every year on October 1st -- Sabrina’s birthday -- you can now celebrate your love for gorgeous and healthy tresses with us with the hashtag #NationalHairDay!

Press, Marketing, Blog, BeautyMarie ManninoOctober 5, 2017Beauty, Ulta, Ulta Launch Party, NuMe, Hair, Hair Care, NuMe Professional Styling Tools

Mane Repair: On the Mend With Fall Hair Care

16 Restorative Fall Hair Care Tricks to Live By

1. It’s In Your Blood!

Do you know what your iron levels are? Do you have enough vitamins floating around in your system? Most people don’t, so you’re not alone. However, this little insider’s look at your blood by your doctor can help you understand what hair care formulas are best for your hair situation.

2. Watch Your Diet

We don’t mean weight management here, although eating healthy can help you achieve your goals, healthy eating to play up to stronger, shinier and tame hair. After your blood test, you’ll know what you need to add to your diet. Things like protein to support improved hair growth, vitamin E and iron for strength. Your skin and hair will glow with these ingredients that support cellular regeneration. Add in some omega-7s, vitamin B like biotin and vitamin C, which promotes collagen renewal.

3. Get Your Scalp Analyzed by a Pro

Did you know that you could get your hair analyzed by a professional? In fact, your dermatologist is the perfect person to ask about this since they’re the skin experts. Checking on the status of your hair and scalp is the best way to move forward and see results without trial and error.

Beauty, BlogMarie ManninoSeptember 26, 2017Hair Health, Hair Hacks, Hair Blog, Hair Care

4 Ways to Use Volumizing Dry Shampoo: Tips & Tricks

Yes, dry shampoo is for women... and men too!

While shampoos and conditioners can get you through day one after a wash, a volumizing dry shampoo can carry you flawlessly into days two and three. Most people (yes, men too!) only think of dry shampoo as a way to reduce that ‘dirty’ look, but what if your dry shampoo could do much more than that? The truth is, it can. We’ll share some tips, tricks and 4 ways to use volumizing dry shampoo so you can prolong the freshly-washed-hair look.

Blog, Beauty, MarketingMarie ManninoSeptember 2, 2017Hair Care, Dry Shampoo, Hair Hacks, Hair Health, Hairstyles, NuMe Dry Shampoo

Blogs

MASKS

WHEN TO COLOR FIRST

YOU WANT TO LIGHTEN UP YOUR SHADE.

TRANSITIONING TO A SUPER-SHORT HAIRSTYLE.

WHICH SHAMPOO IS BEST FOR REDHEADS?

The Late Night Hair Trick That Says, “I Woke Up Like This.”

Shoo, Flyaways! Don’t Bother Me!

Curling Wand Sizes

Scalp Stress Is Real - Hairstyles and Techniques That Cause It

NuMe Styling Tools Launch In Stores And Online at ULTA Beauty!

16 Restorative Fall Hair Care Tricks to Live By

1. It’s In Your Blood!

2. Watch Your Diet

3. Get Your Scalp Analyzed by a Pro

Yes, dry shampoo is for women... and men too!