Manelli Method Highlights: The Foil Technique I Created So You Never Have to Tease Again

The Manelli Method is my foil highlight technique: a double zigzag parting and a Dream Weaver comb for a soft, lived-in root with no teasing and usually no shadow root.
Blonde to Pink Hair: How to Get Pastel Pink and Pink Blonde Highlights That Last

How to go from blonde to pink hair: the level you need, the best pink shades for blondes, how long pink really lasts, and how I do it in the salon.
Face Framing Highlights for Dark Hair: Brighten Your Face Without Going Brassy

Face framing highlights are the easiest way to brighten dark hair without committing to a full head of color. Here are the best looks for brown and black hair and how to get them.
Chunky Highlights: How to Wear the Y2K Trend Now

Chunky highlights are back, but the 2026 version is softer at the root and smarter in placement. Here are the best looks for every hair color and how to get them.
Money Piece Hair: What It Is and How to Get the Look

A money piece is a bright face-framing highlight. See the best looks for every hair color, what it costs and how long it lasts.
8 Foil Highlight Techniques You Need to Know as a Hairstylist

If you’re a hairstylist or cosmetology student looking to master foil highlighting, placement is everything. The way highlights are applied can completely transform the final look impacting dimension, blend, and overall style. Whether you’re aiming for bold contrast or soft, seamless color, knowing these 8 must-know foil highlight techniques will take your skills to the […]
Why Tip Out Highlights Are the Secret to a Blonde Money Piece

Creating stunning hair transformations is every hairstylist’s goal. One of the hottest trends right now is combining a bold blonde money piece with tip out highlights to deliver a cohesive, dimensional look that your clients will love. In this blog, I’ll break down the technique, provide pro tips, and show you how this method can […]
Mastering the Art of Foil Highlight Placement for the Maximum Transformation

Highlights are one of the biggest money makers in this industry. But sometimes, it can get a little overwhelming. This blog will take you through the powerful art of foil highlight placement. CHECK OUT ALL OF MY EDUCATION COURSES HERE! As hairstylists and cosmetology students, you’re undoubtedly familiar with the power of a perfect color […]
Elevate Your Hair Color Skills with Foil Highlight Placement

If you’re a hairstylist, you’re no stranger to the magic of highlights. As creative hair artists or aspiring cosmetology students, we’re all obsessed by the potential of foil highlights that can add depth, texture, and redefine a person’s look in just one sitting. But what distinguishes a decent highlight job from a truly transformative one? […]
Teasylights without the tease: Easy Teasylight Hair Technique!

If you’re anything like me, you love the blended look of teasylights, but hate brushing them out! In this tutorial, I show you my favorite easy teasylight hair technique! Teasylight highlights are easily one of the biggest trends right now. But sometimes, they can be a little time-consuming. Brushing out knotted hair after a lightning […]