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Author: Sabrina Talbert

Sabrina Talbert is a New York–based journalist and Assistant Beauty Editor at Who What Wear. With over six years of experience, she has covered beauty, wellness, and lifestyle topics for leading print and digital publications including Women’s Health, Byrdie, NYLON, and The Daily Front Row. Her reporting centers on haircare and skincare, with an emphasis on product performance, technique, and realistic expectations. She’s particularly interested in how beauty intersects with sports, training, and recovery, bringing a practical, experience-driven perspective to her work. When she’s not writing or testing products, Sabrina can usually be found running or keeping up with Formula 1 and boxing. Instagram LinkedIn Who What Wear – Author Page Muck Rack

Hair Colors for Brown and Dark Skin Tones: 16 Ideas to Bring to Your Stylist

Featured image showing trending hair color ideas for dark skin including honey blonde, burgundy, copper, and teal hairstyles

The right hair color on dark skin doesn’t just look good, it makes your complexion glow. The wrong one washes you out or clashes with your undertone. The difference between the two usually comes down to one thing: matching the shade’s warmth or coolness to what’s already in your skin. Quick framework before you scroll: […]

Caramel Blonde Hair: Ideas, Shades, and What to Actually Expect

Caramel blonde hair ideas featuring balayage, rooted caramel tones, and dimensional blonde shades for different base colors

The warm-toned color family that’s easier to get wrong than most people think — and stunning when it’s right. Here’s everything you actually need to know. What Is Caramel Blonde, Really? Walk into any salon with a screenshot of “caramel blonde” and the first question is always the same: which caramel blonde? Because this isn’t one color. […]

Types of Perms: The Complete Guide to Finding Your Perfect Curl

Woman with voluminous perm waves in a modern salon holding a perm styles comparison chart with text overlay reading Types of Perms The Complete Guide 10 Styles Compared

If you’ve been thinking about getting a perm but feel overwhelmed by all the options, you’re not alone. The word “perm” still conjures images of big 80s hair for a lot of people, but today’s perm techniques look nothing like that. Modern perms range from barely-there texture to full dramatic curls, and there’s a style […]

How Often Should You Wash Your Hair Based on Hair Type

woman washing her hair in shower explaining how often you should wash your hair

Many people ask the same question: how often should you wash your hair? Some people wash it every day. Others wait several days. Both approaches can work, depending on your hair and your scalp. The truth is simple. Your washing routine should match your hair type, your lifestyle, and how oily your scalp becomes. Dermatologists […]

How to Hide Gray Hair for Brunettes With Modern Color Techniques

before and after gray blending transformation on brunette hair showing dimensional highlights that soften visible gray roots

Gray hair often feels more noticeable on brunettes than on lighter hair colors. The contrast between deep brown strands and bright silver roots can appear quickly, sometimes within only a few weeks of regrowth. Many people respond by applying darker permanent color, hoping to eliminate the contrast entirely. In practice, that approach often creates a […]

Face Shape vs Haircut: face shape haircut rules exceptions That Matter

Editorial salon image comparing face-shape haircut rules with real-world hair behavior, featuring subtle text questioning rigid charts.

Face-shape guidance is common, but it fails when hair texture, growth patterns, or life constraints conflict with the chart. This piece uses real forum pain points and stylist experience to explain five practical exceptions to the charts so you and your stylist can choose a haircut that looks intentional, not formulaic. What do we mean […]