red revival: clairol + james corbett studio.

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since giving up my auburn hair three years ago (which i had for four years, and colored at home religiously with clairol, read how here), i have sometimes longed for those bright gingery locks. 

i decided i wanted a hint of my old red, mixed in with my natural brown.  when i told james corbett at the eponymous salon these feelings, his thoughts were more "go big or go home".  after some discussion i agreed to go all the way red, using clairol nice 'n easy light auburn (110).  in order to give it a more natural look, james also painted some pieces close to my face with nice n' easy natural light ash blonde (9A). 

i was initially shocked by my the red reveal, but quickly warmed up to the look.  even though the change seemed dramatic to me, most people remark on how natural the color looks.  plus, redheads have more fun.

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single process at home color with clairol is incredibly easy and quick.  to learn how to do face framing highlights at home check out mary cona's color duo technique video.