About Us Kelly Hylton & Company - Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a fringe haircut?

A: The term bangs originally referred to hair cut bang-off, straight across at the front, although the term is now applied to diverse forms of hair styling. The term fringe refers to the resemblance of the short row of hair to ornamental fringe trim, such as those often found on shawls.

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Q: What is a pixie cut?

A: A pixie cut is a short hairstyle generally short on the back and sides of the head and slightly longer on the top and very short bangs. It is a variant of a crop.

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Q: What's the difference between a pixie cut and boy cut?

A: Known to all, both pixie cut and boy cut are short hairstyles. At first glance, they appear somewhat similar but on closer inspection, you will notice that a pixie cut is a bit longer while the latter is really short. A boy cut is definitely less flattering than a pixie cut.

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Q: What is Balayage?

A: Balayage is a French coloring technique that was developed in the 1970s. It’s a freehand technique where the colour is applied by hand rather than using the traditional foiling or cap highlighting techniques. Balayage can be used in even the shortest pixie crop however the best results is in hair below the shoulders.

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Q: What is Bronde?

A: Traditionally, brown and blonde have existed separately. The clue is in the name: Bronde is a color technique that fuses brown and blonde, to create a flattering, sun-kissed color result. If you've never had color before or are afraid of too drastic a change, Bronde could be the ideal technique to try.

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Q: What is Lob Hair?

A: A lob or long bob is a form of haircut and a variant of bob cut. The length is between long hair and a bob cut. The lob is cut just above the shoulders, at shoulder level or just below.

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Q: What is a Keratin Treatment?

A: A keratin treatment is a chemical process that smooths and shines frizzy hair. Results can last up to six months. There are many different versions of the treatment that go by different names (Brazilian Blowout, Cezanne) and your hairstylist can customize a blend of the formula to suit your needs. Keratin treatments essentially dive into the hair follicle and inject porous areas with keratin, an essential hair protein. Your hair will appear healthier, because it actually is.

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Q: What is a Cezanne Treatment?

A: Cezanne is a frizz-zapping, luster-adding treatment that harnesses the powers of keratin, B vitamins, botanicals and sericin (a component of silk) to loosen curl and smooth hair. 

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Q: What is a Chemistry Shot Treatment?

A: A booster for distressed hair. Formulated with more protein than any Extreme product, the Strength Shot's concentrated dose fortifies chemically distressed hair. Each service offers intense care through highly concentrated ingredients that act in synergy with a pH sealer. Through an array of in-salon services and coordinating take-home regimens you will experience a dramatic improvement in the health and condition of their hair.

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Q: What is Ph Bonder?

A: pH Bonder is a protecting additive that is used during the lightening and coloring process to prevent damage to the hair follicle. 

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Q: What is Olaplex?

A: Olaplex is a three-step process that aims to repair and prevent hair damage. It works on a molecular level by restoring the hair's broken bonds which can result from harsh chemical treatments like bleaching and coloring.

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Q: What is Medium Shag with Side Bangs?

A: A full set of feathery bangs and long, face-framing side pieces set this medium-length shag apart from the rest.

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Q: What is Textured Bob for Older Women?

A: Long enough to pull back if you need, yet short enough to classify as short, the mid-length lob allows you to not feel tied down to any single style.

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Q: What is Heavily Layered Short Bob?

A: “A-line” refers to the shape of the perimeter of the haircut and graduation refers to the type of layering. It's entirely possible for a bob to be an A-line with graduation. What is a stacked bob? A bob haircut with graduated layers in the back, giving it a “stacked” look.

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Q: What is a Blunt Cut Bob?

A: A blunt cut bob is a way to go if you are tired of layered locks and want to go bold for 2020. If you are hesitant about making the big chop, you can have a blunt cut on long or medium hair as well, and then go shorter and shorter if you want.

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Q: What are Curtain Bangs?

A: Curtain bangs are bangs that are parted down the middle, framing your face on each side. They're usually on the longer side and have wispy ends, giving them a laidback, cool-girl vibe.

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Q: What is a Finger wave?

A: A finger wave is a method of setting hair into waves that was popular in the 1920s and 1930s and again in the late 1990s in North America and Europe. Silver screen actresses such as Bette Davis and Anita Page are credited with the original popularity of finger waves. 

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Q: What is caramel blonde?

A: Caramel blonde comes in a variety of shades. It can be light, bright and golden, or a darker, more autumnal shade. To create caramel blonde hair, it depends on what your base color is. Usually, caramel is achieved by subtly adding different shades of blonde color (not one all-over "caramel" shade).

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Q: What is an angular bob?

A: An angled bob is a forward haircut that's shorter in the back and gradually transitions to a longer length in the front, giving it an angled appearance. So calling it an angled bob a more generic term the describes the general shape of the short haircut.

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Q: What is a choppy lob?

A: Lobs or long bobs are a cute, flirty style that can still be considered short without being too much of a commitment. Haircuts that classify as lobs usually rest somewhere between your chin and your shoulders. These lobs have a choppy, messy-on-purpose style that is both low-maintenance and universally flattering.

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Q: What are soft bangs?

A: Soft Bangs and Waves, square, round, and oval faces, really suit some soft bangs, whether they sit just above the eyelashes or above the eyebrows. These full, soft bangs look great with natural-looking waves, combining to create a romantic, yet edgy look.

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Q: What is a textured cut?

A: This is when a stylist uses a razor or scissors to cut hair and cuts at an angle. Textured haircuts are popular because the structure of the cut adds volume to the hair naturally. To add a bit of volume to straight, flat hair, ask your stylist for long layers and to add a bit of texture to the ends.

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Q: What is an A line bob cut?

A: An A-line bob haircut is when your hair is shorter in the back and gradually gets longer towards the front. It's a timeliness haircut that has many variations such as adding layers, stacking it, etc.

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Q: What is Layered Hair?

A: Layers create the illusion of longer, more voluminous hair. By cutting long or short layers into the hair, extra texture and oomph are formed, taking your look to the next level. When determining what types of layers you’re after, take into account the thickness and style of your natural hair to completely nail the look. Some use layers to thin out thick, unruly hair, whereas others use it to simply add dimension and depth to their ‘do. 

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Q: What is Long Layered Hair?

A: Essentially, long layers are achieved by leaving your locks long and cutting into the hair only a couple of inches from the ends. In achieving layers, the aim is to avoid choppy, severe lines, and long layers do just the job. Ask your hairdresser for long, soft layers, and the result will be extra texture and volume. Depending on your face shape, long layers can be accentuated by some feathering around the face. Just make sure not to go above the jawline for an understated vibe.

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Q: What is Medium Layered Hair?

A: Medium layers are perfect for thicker haired ladies or women with naturally wavy hair. The layers begin around the face, sometimes as high as the cheekbone, ensuring that the waves are accentuated and subtle. The secret with layers is because they add movement to your hair naturally, minimal styling is required, meaning you can press snooze on that morning alarm.

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Q: What is Shoulder Length Layered Hair?

A: Shoulder length hair can somewhat be tricky when trying to find different ways to style it. However, adding some layers to your tresses can have a huge impact. Opt for subtle layers beginning at the jawline for some shape and structure, and to mix up your look, try experimenting with different parts to suit your face shape.

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Q: What is Short Layered Hair?

A: There are ways you can have stylish short hair without looking like you have a mullet. For a fashion statement, have fine layers cut throughout the length of your hair, starting from the fringe line. The short layers will accentuate your face and add movement and shape to your hair.

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Q: Does a Layered Haircut work for Thick Hair?

A: Layers are ideal for keeping thick hair maintained. Ask your hairdresser for long layers, with some shaping around the face. The layers will create a full-bodied look and add volume to your hair. To style, use a large round brush and sweep hair to the side for extra dimension.

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Q: Does a Layered Haircut work for Curly Hair?

A: Curly hair is ideal for layers, as they keep curls intact and under control. No matter what length your hair is, have layers feathered through to accentuate your curls. We suggest having medium length layers to ensure a polished, chic look. To style, work some mousse into damp hair and blow-dry with a diffuser, this will control frizz.

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Q: What is an Asymmetrical lob?

A: The lob or long bob is currently one of the trendiest haircuts for women of all ages. Plus, lobs are naturally low-maintenance and easy to style. An asymmetrical lob puts a subtle edgy and modern twist on a classic lob. Asymmetrical lobs have lots of layers and are cut at an angle or have varying lengths on each side.

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Q: What are short bangs?

A: Traditional bangs conceal the forehead and deemphasize the upper half of your face. Short bangs have the opposite effect because they are meant to purposely draw attention to your forehead and eyebrows, which is precisely the area you want to emphasize.

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Q: What are Highlights for blonde hair?

A: Blonde highlights are a hair coloring technique that adds streaks of blonde color to a darker base hair color. Whether you go bold with large pieced highlights, or soft and subtle, the options for blonde hair highlights are absolutely endless.

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Q: What is Lilac hair?

A: Vanilla lilac hair is a subtle pastel hair color. It involves having a dark root, a blonde base, and a gradual fade to a soft lilac hue.

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Q: What does ash blonde look like?

A: Ash blonde is a light shade of blonde that has a grayish tint to it. It is a cool toned shade of blonde, which means it has blue or green undertones. Since it is on the cool toned side of the color wheel, ash blonde looks best on people with lighter complexions and blue, gray or green eyes

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Q: What is beige hair color?

A: Beige blonde hair color is a sandy blonde that controls warmth, but isn't plain ashy, sparkling like champagne, a cool, warm blonde. This look is perfect for anyone with medium complexion and hazel or brown eyes.

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Q: What is light auburn hair color? 

A: Light auburn hair color is a blend of light golden red and light brown. It's a beautiful shade if you have a creamy, peach-toned or golden complexion with blue, green or warm brown eyes.

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Q: What is Strawberry blonde hair color? 

A: Strawberry blonde is a trendy hair color. It's a famous warm reddish blonde hue that looks refined and pretty fancy in some of its variations. Most blondes and redheads have tried it and appreciated its benefits.

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Q: What is a Bob hairstyle? 

A: A bob cut, also known as a bob, is a short to medium-length haircut, in which the hair is typically cut straight around the head at about jaw-level, often with a fringe at the front. The standard bob is normally cut either between or just below the tips of the ears, and well above the shoulders.

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Q: What is a Modern shag haircut?

A: Shag haircuts look more modern, sharp and shapely, being at the same time easily-styled solutions. Modern shags vary the number of layers and finishes for the edges. Every hair thickness and length has its ideal shag. Choosing a haircut for yourself, you should also consider your face shape and life style.

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Q: What are Short bangs? 

A: Traditional bangs conceal the forehead and deemphasize the upper half of your face. Short bangs have the opposite effect because they are meant to purposely draw attention to your forehead and eyebrows, which is precisely the area you want to emphasize

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Q: What are hair color highlights? 

A: Hair highlights/lowlights is changing a person's hair color, using lightener or hair color to lift the level or brightness of hair strands. There are four basic types of highlights: foil highlights, hair painting, frosting, and chunking.

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