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    Grey | Grey Blending | Grey Hair Product Recommendations | Products | Toner

    Below are a list of products I personally recommend.

    ByKate April 8, 2026June 22, 2026

    Note: This post contains affiliate links. I may receive a commission from Amazon on any products you purchase through these links. Shower Filter The Sprite Shower Head Filter The Sprite water filter uses a proprietary filtration media to remove chlorine, iron oxide (rust), hydrogen sulfide, and sediment, which improves skin/hair health and reduces the symptoms…

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  • Grey Hair Mistakes
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    The Biggest Grey Hair “Mistakes” I’ve Seen and How to Fix Them

    ByKate April 8, 2026April 8, 2026

    Expert Tips from 30 Years Behind the Chair Transitioning to grey hair is a beautiful journey, but it is also a technical one. After three decades in the salon, I’ve seen many clients struggle with the unique challenges grey hair presents. The good news? Most common “grey hair disasters” are easily corrected with the right…

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  • Root Touch Up
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    Tired of Salon Appointments to Cover Your Roots? This is What I would Do

    ByKate April 7, 2026April 7, 2026

    The real problem with root touch ups is three fold. First of all it takes time, a real commitment, secondly it costs money and third can cause damage. Even if you stretch it to 6 weeks, it’s a cycle. New growth always comes through in about 2-3 weeks. You really have to commit to consistent…

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  • The 5 Step Grey Blending Plan
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    The 5 Step Grey Blending Plan

    ByKate April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

    We need about 2-3 months of new growth to see what the natural grey pattern is. This is a really BIG ask I know, but it is crucial so we don’t end up with “just a highlight”. You must embrace the “messy” stage. The grow out is hard……
    The plan doesn’t stop here. Now we discuss at home care.
    A Sample Weekly Routine

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  • Salt and Pepper Grey
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    Grey, Not Great?

    ByKate April 3, 2026April 3, 2026

    In this post we’ll uncover the science behind that dull grey and more importantly give you real world, color free strategies to revive your silvery mane. Think of it as a cheat sheet for turning “meh” into “amazing”!

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  • What Age Should I Begin Grey Blending? — A More Detailed Look
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    What Age Should I Begin Grey Blending? — A More Detailed Look

    ByKate April 1, 2026April 1, 2026

    Whether you start blending at 32, 45, or 58, the most important thing is that the outcome feels authentic to you—a reflection of your confidence, not a concession to a calendar.

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  • From Brassy to Toned
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    “Help my hair has a yellow tint.”

    ByKate March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

    I started grey blending and now I have yellow tones, why?

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  • Grey Blending

    3 Reason Your Hair Color/Toner Fades

    ByKate March 30, 2026March 30, 2026

    3 Reasons Your Hair Color May be Fading

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  • Toner

    What is a toner and why do I need one?

    ByKate March 28, 2026March 28, 2026

    When I was working behind the chair, this was a question I received daily. Toners are designed to change the tone of the hair color. Think of yellow, gold and orange~brassy unwanted tones. If you have recently had your hair colored and suddenly it looks more red, yellow or brassy~ toner is the answer! Now…

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  • Grey Blending

    Why is bleach necessary for grey blending?

    ByKate March 27, 2026March 27, 2026

    When trying to blend the line of demarcation between the new growth (grey) and the old permanent hair color you are trying to eliminate, you need to lighten or remove the artificial pigment first. Grey hair is simply hair that no longer produces pigment. So we need to match the previously colored hair to the…

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