Hair Care & Education

Hair Care Guides by Michelle

Real, in-depth advice from 15+ years behind the chair in Rochester — covering everything from color longevity to precision cutting and at-home routines that actually work.

Close-up of glossy hand-painted balayage highlights in caramel and honey tones

Color Care

Balayage Longevity & Maintenance

How long balayage really lasts, the ideal touch-up schedule, and the home-care routine I give every client to keep color vibrant for months.

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Back view of a soft bronde color melt with seamless shadow root and iced caramel ends

Color Trends

Color Melting Trends in Rochester

The seamless, low-maintenance evolution of balayage. See how I customize color melts and compare both techniques side by side.

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Stylist's hands holding professional shears cutting a precise blunt line on glossy brunette hair

Cutting Guide

Best Haircuts for Your Face Shape

A complete precision-cutting guide covering oval, round, square, heart, diamond, and oblong faces — with the techniques I use for each.

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