Ep 99: Blonde Bombshell with Hair Colorist Justin Anderson of dpHUE
Mar 9, 2018
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Justin Anderson, colorist and creative director of dpHUE, talks all things blonde, which celebrities are actually cool IRL, Mormon beauty, the best skincare tips he's picked up from his clients, and lots more goss!
Enhancing natural beauty is Justin Anderson's approach to blonde hair.
Building personal connections with clients is vital for a successful hairdressing experience.
Justin Anderson believes in a shift towards more subtle, enhanced beauty away from heavily contoured looks.
Deep dives
The Passion for Hair: Justin Anderson's Journey to Becoming a Blonde Specialist
Justin Anderson, a renowned blonde specialist, shares his journey and passion for hair color. Coming from a big Mormon family, he developed an early fascination with hair and color. After mustering up the courage to pursue hairdressing, he found himself drawn to blonde hair, inspired by the natural lightening effects of sun and water. Justin believes in enhancing one's natural beauty rather than going for extreme transformations. He also emphasizes the importance of using quality hair products and recommends his own low-volume developer root touch-up kits for at-home color maintenance.
Building Personal Connections: Justin Anderson's Client Relationships
Justin Anderson values building personal connections with his clients, believing it enhances the hairdressing experience. He has cultivated strong relationships with clients like Miley Cyrus, Kim Basinger, and Kristen Cavallari. Justin's genuine passion and willingness to discuss hair consistently have helped him create bonds with his clients. However, he acknowledges that not every client may click, and it is crucial to find the right energy and connection with them.
The Impact of Social Media on Beauty Trends
Social media, particularly Instagram, has changed beauty trends and led to the rise of heavily contoured makeup looks. Justin Anderson admits his distaste for the excessively contoured look, feeling it is overpowering and takes away from natural beauty. He believes that the look promoted by the Kardashians has become too mainstream and hopes for a shift towards more subtle, enhanced beauty.
Box Color and Maintaining Beautiful Hair at Home
Understanding that many people will color their hair at home, Justin Anderson advises using recommended salon products or trusted brands when opting for box color. He highlights the importance of low-volume developer kits, such as his DPHUE line, which offers root touch-up kits that are less damaging to hair. These kits provide a convenient option for maintaining color at home, while still achieving professional-quality results.
Importance of using low volume hair color for gray coverage
Using a low volume hair color is essential for effective gray coverage. Unlike high volume hair color, which blasts open the hair cuticle quickly and deposits color, low volume hair color gently stains the gray away over a longer period of time. This approach allows the cuticle to close and lock in the color, resulting in better coverage. It is important to have a conversation with your hairstylist and trust their expertise when determining the appropriate volume of hair color to use.
ACV rinse: a gentle alternative to shampooing
Over-shampooing can strip the hair of its natural oils and lead to dryness and damage. An effective alternative to frequent shampooing is using an apple cider vinegar (ACV) rinse. ACV rinse cleanses the hair without stripping away the beneficial oils or affecting hair color. By reducing shampoo usage, hair can feel and look healthier. ACV rinse doesn't suds up like traditional shampoos but effectively cleanses the hair while maintaining its natural oils.
Justin Anderson, colorist and creative director of dpHUE, talks all things blonde, which celebrities are actually cool IRL, Mormon beauty, the best skincare tips he's picked up from his clients, and lots more goss! Before that: Jenn's high-risk press trip; Oscars beauty; and going makeup-free.
