You might not be able to book an appointment at your favorite salon to refresh those lack-luster locks, but thanks to these seasoned stylists, you can give them some life at home. Here, advice from your favorites.
Giovanni Mele from Giovanni & Pileggi
After winning the “North American Hairstylist of the Year” in 1996, Giovanni Mele went on to open Giovanni & Pileggi, now located in Midtown Village. “Use this time to let your hair be natural and give it a break,” Mele says. However, he mentioned this is a prime time for revitalizing hair treatments as well. “I would recommend using a leave-in hair mask and plastic hair cap to keep the heat in.” giovannipileggi.com
Liz Stelmach from Salon ZIZA
Salon ZIZA is a Main Line parlor fusing classic elegance with modern techniques and training—all thanks to owner and stylist Liz Stelmach. “This is the best time to reduce blow drying and try natural drying with soft holding finishing products,” she says. “I recommend Oribe and Kevin Murphy lines. Both are different, which makes them great to try as they are or mixing them together.” salonziza.com
Martino Cartier from Martino Cartier
Featured on Bravo TV and also in a variety of national publications, celebrity stylist Martino Cartier knows everything there is to know about hair care. “If you visit a pharmacy store and pick up a box dye for a quick fix, you’re going to ruin your hair,” he says. “You need to protect your investment.” Lastly, he recommended a natural look, explaining, “the less you wash your hair, the better during this time.” martinocartier.com
Tara Sulimay Acosta from Sulimays
Descending from an Italian-American family with a knack for haircutting, Tara Sulimay Acosta was primed for a career in styling. “Braids, twists, buns and ponytails are everything right now,” she says. “For those of you working at home, it’s a great casual go-to and it keeps the hair from falling in your face.” sulimayshair.com
Veronica Nunez from The Color Room
With three locations in the Philadelphia and New Jersey region, The Color Room is an established lifestyle brand focused on all things color. “It’s a perfect time to use a hydrating or leave-in hair mask,” says Director of Education and Color, Veronica Nunez. “Also, Olaplex bonding system is great to repair breakage from excessive use of hot tools.” colorroomsalon.com
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