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Woman sectioning her hair into quadrants using clips and a rat-tail comb while preparing to highlight her hair at home.

Your Guide to Sectioning Hair Like a Stylist at Home

Featured image of a woman with freshly dyed hair in a modern salon, representing a guide on what to know before coloring your hair.

14 Things to Know Before You Color Your Hair

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What Is Balayage? A Beginner’s Guide to the Most Popular Hair Trend

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15 Ash Brown Balayage Looks That Are Perfect for Low-Maintenance Brunettes

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Balayage for Curly Hair: Stunning Styles and Color Ideas

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30 Copper Balayage Hair Color Ideas That Bring Serious Heat

Three brunette models showing different caramel balayage styles: babylights, soft waves, and bold money pieces.

25 Caramel Balayage Styles for Brunettes and Brown Hair

Collage of three July nail designs featuring citrus slice art, blue aura nails, and pastel candy swirls on natural hands with soft summer styling.

July Nail Ideas: 20 Trendy Designs for a Stylish Summer

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How Long Does Nail Polish Take to Dry? 6 Pro Tricks to Dry Faster

Collage with a woman applying nail strengthener, top nail care products styled on marble, and glossy nails holding Sally Hansen Hard as Nails.

Best Nail Strengtheners for Strong, Healthy Nails (2025 Guide)

Three-panel Hawaii-inspired nail art collage featuring tropical fruit nails with papaya and pineapple, pastel ombré nails with black palm tree silhouettes, and pearly seafoam green mermaid nails with shell-like patterns and rhinestone accents.

Hawaii Nail Design Ideas That Bring Island Vibes to Your Fingertips

A hand with yellow-stained nails next to a graphic that says “Why Are My Nails Yellow? And What You Can Actually Do About It.”

Yellow Nails: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips

Hands with healthy, natural nails receiving gentle filing, alongside the text “Nail Recovery Starts Here – Expert Tips to Repair Damage from Gel or Acrylics,” representing Salon 1150’s guide to repairing and strengthening nails after acrylic or gel manicures.

How to Repair & Strengthen Damaged Nails After Acrylics or Gel: Salon 1150’s Pro Guide

Three swirly nail designs: Lilac Mist Swirl French (sheer purple with white swirls), Gold Dust Swirl French (vanilla base with gold accents), and Neon Wave French (electric blue/pink swirls on white tips). Flat lay with linen, silk, and accessories.

22 Swirl Nail Designs That Bring the Perfect Twist to Your Tips

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Do Nails Need to Breathe? The Truth About Nail Myths and Healthy Care

Chrome French Tip Nail Designs You’ll Want to Try Right Now

Triple-panel image showcasing three unique silver French tip nail designs on natural hands: classic glossy silver tips on sheer nude base, pearl-dotted silver velvet matte tips, and silver chrome tips with subtle crystal accents. Each hand features minimalist silver rings and soft neutral backgrounds.

25+ Silver French Tip Nail Designs That Shine with Style

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34 Red French Tips Nail Designs You’ve Never Seen Before — Trending & Creative Ideas for 2025

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How Fast Do Nails Grow? Science-Backed Growth Factors

three different butter yellow nail designs: a soft yellow gradient with a silver ring, pastel yellow nails with gold rings and smiley faces, and clear nails decorated with colorful fruit art and yellow dots.

Butter Yellow Nails Are Going Viral—Here’s 22 You’ll Obsess Over

Three hands with straight fingers showcasing different gold nail designs, all nails clear and in focus.

35+ Gold French Tip Nails That Slay: Luxe Looks to Try Now

Three stylish blue French tip nail designs featuring different shades of blue and trendy nail art styles

Blue French Tips Are That Girl—32 Chic Ideas You’ll Obsess Over

Black French Tip Nail Designs Grid

26 Jaw-Dropping Black French Tip Nail Designs You Need to Try

Three stylish white French tip nail designs displayed side by side, showcasing variations in nail shape, length, and accent details.

35 White French Tip Nails That Are So Fresh, They Basically Go With Everything

Collage featuring three June nail designs: citrus fruit nails with lemon and lime art, glossy lilac shimmer manicure, and ocean-inspired marble nails with gold foil on coffin shapes.

June Nail Ideas You’ll Want to Copy All Summer Long

Patriotic nail art trio featuring Dominican flag-inspired nails, blue-to-pink glitter ombré nails, and red-white-blue striped nails with gold foil accents, all celebrating July 4th.

35+ Fourth of July Nail Ideas You’ll Want to Wear All Weekend 🇺🇸

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Pink Nails Are Taking Over 2025 — These 31 Styles Are Proof!

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You’ve Never Seen Summer Nails Like This—These 39 Are on Another Level

Collage of 8 bold, chic, and modern V-cut French tip nail designs in various colors and styles.

25+ V-Cut French Tip Nail Designs: Bold, Chic & Modern

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25 French Manicure Design Ideas: Classic to Modern

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27 Nail Art Design Ideas & Nails Inspo for 2025

Assorted hair rollers for different hair types including velcro, foam, and ceramic rollers arranged on a vanity table – best hair rollers for every hair type

11 Best Hair Rollers for Fine Hair: Add Volume and Definition

Perm aftercare tips for healthy, bouncy curls: Expert advice on maintaining hydrated, defined curls after a perm.

Perm Aftercare: Expert Tips to Keep Your Curls Healthy and Bouncy

Ultimate guide to different types of perms

Types of Hair Perms: Choosing the Right Style for You

shampoos and conditioners for fresh, long-lasting balayage color.

Best Shampoos and Conditioners for Balayage Hair: Top Picks to Maintain Vibrancy

Homemade Hair Masks for Dry Hair: Natural Solutions You Can Try Today

7 DIY Hair Masks for Dry, Damaged Hair: Homemade Recipes You’ll Love

13 best hair colors to make you look younger, including warm honey blonde, vibrant auburn, and more shades that brighten and refresh your look.

Look 10 Years Younger with These Hair Color Ideas for 2025

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Know What Haircut Suits You with Our AI Tool: Salon 1150 Austin’s Expert Tips