In this blog, I go over the best styling products and tools for hairstylists! They have completely changed the game for me!
In this blog, I go over the best styling products and tools for hairstylists. These are my absolute favorite hair tools and products for beginners and seasoned stylists! They have completely changed the way I do hair and I simply can not do a client without them. From styling tools to balayage boards, read on to find out my favorite hair tools and products!
Hair Tools for Coloring
Coo Board – I love me a balayage board, and I always need to backcomb. Coo Board is the combination of both. I love using the Coo Board when doing color corrections, balayage, teasylights, and more! Shop Coo Board here!
Framar Power Painter- When I need to do a quick application or create a seamless blend, I always reach for my Framar Power Painter. It helps mimic a paintbrush for easy application, but it is super comfortable in your hands! Shop Power Painter here!
Framar Dreamweaver Combs – When I want to save time on highlights, I use this comb. It creates fine, beautiful weaves in seconds. They have multiple different sizes to customize the weaves for your client! Shop Dreamweaver combs here!
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Gator Grip Clips– I love gator clips because they are super durable. I can grab a huge section of hair and I know its not going anywhere. It has a rubber grip too! Shop Gator Grip Clips here!
Malibu CPR Treatment– It is is MUST for color corrections! It is an Antioxidant Vitamin Complex naturally removes unwanted pigment without compromising the integrity of the hair or lifting natural hair color. If you a client with any sort of box color, use this first. It helps remove the unwanted minerals that can react with bleach. Use it before putting lightener on the hair. Click here to shop Malibu CPR!
Zero Time Brush System– Let me tell you, THIS is a game changer! Zero Time Brush System, or as I like to call it, Big Ass Color Brush, really lives up to its name. It cuts application time in half, simply because the brushes are huge! you can do one half of the head at once because the brush is so big! Click here to shop Zero Time Brush System!
Vellen Comb– When you want some pretty weaves without the work, pick up a Vellen comb, you will not regret it! The comb weaves the hair for you, name something better! They have 5 different sizes, so you can create many different types of looks. Shop Vellen Combs here!
Hair Tools for Hair Extensions
Donna Bella Strand Organizer – Can you believe I JUST found out about this?!? This amazing strand organizer changes the hair extension installation game for good. The Donna Bella Strand Organizer will keep all that loose hair suspended and secure while you work. You don’t need two trays any longer, just simply place the hair over this stand and yore good to go! Shop Strand Organizer here!
Donna Bella Mini Clips– If it weren’t for these mini clips, I would be lost when doing extensions! They are a must have, and the best part is that you can use a million of them and they don’t get in the way! They rarely slip, and are perfect for getting ride of any flyaways. Shop Mini Clips here!
Clip In Hair Extensions – If your client wants extra volume and extra fullness without having to take care of semi permanent hair extensions, I always recommend clip in extensions. Donna Bella provides 10 Clip in pieces from ranging from wider clip ins to mini clips ins for the sides, with 3 different lengths. What is nice about these is that the are available for any skill set!
Solo Hair Extensions– Donna Bella Solo (Halo™) Hair extensions are so incredibly easy because they rest on your head, rather than the hair itself. They’ll stay comfortably and securely in place, situated between layers of your natural hair, so it is manageable for any skill set with no damage. They are easily removable and its an easy install! It’s a win win for everyone!
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Hair tools for styling
Dyson Blowdryer– If you’re a stylist without a Dyson, this is your sign to treat yourself and go buy one. Not only is this blowdryer extremely lightweight (bye-bye shoulder problems!), but it also cuts blow-dry time in half. It comes with so many different attachments that allows you to style any type of hair. Click here to shop Dyson!
Hot Tools Marcel Curling Iron 1 1/4th– I love me a good effortless style. If you see in any of my pictures that windswept, loose curl, I used this iron. It takes some practice with the Marcel, but it is so worth it. I love this iron! Click here to shop Hot Tools!
t3 Whirl Trio – They day 3 three’s a crowd, but I promise you I this case three is better than one. This trio comes with three different barrel sizes, aka they are interchangeable. Plus, there are 5 different heat settings and it makes the hair so smooth and shiny you can’t pass it up. Click here to shop t3 Whirl Trio and more on my amazon shop!
GHD Hair Flat iron– This iron can get the hair smooooth! I love this iron because no more guessing the correct styling temperature. All of their stylers are pre-set to the safer-for-hair temperature of 365°F: the optimum temperature for styling on every hair type. ghd’s ultra-zone™ technology monitors heat 250x a second to maintain the healthiest temperature without extreme heat damage. Click here to shop GHD!
Donna Bella Hair Waver- This 3 barrel waver creates the most beautiful, effortless beach waves on the market. This waver is 22mm, so it creates loose waves. It is easy to use, makes the hair super shiny, and it’s hot pink. What’s not to love? Click here to shop Donna Bella Hair Waver! Use coupon code MIRELLA to save 10% off.
Must Have Hair Products
Kenra Texturizing Taffy – Holy moly, you need this. If you have trouble with flyaways, you need this in your arsenal. It is amazing for smoothing down the tricky hairs around the face that don’t want to lay down. You only need a little, and it smells like heaven! Click here to shop Texturizing Taffy!
Kenra Dry Texture Spray– Kenra Professional Platinum Dry Texture Spray 6 increases texture and fullness up to 278% while absorbing oils and impurities. This ultra-lightweight, non-drying formulation leaves the hair with a matte finish and provides flexible hold for up to 48 hours. I use this when I want to give a little grit to my style. Click here to shop Dry Texture Spray!
Kenra Blow Dry Spray- Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Spray dramatically decreases blow-dry time and provides intense heat protection from damage and breakage. It also has humidity protection, and eliminates fizz! Not to mention it smells amazing and it’s one of our best sellers at Rebel Femme Salon. Click here to shop Kenra Blow Dry Spray!
Kenra Perfect Medium Spray – For finishing off a style, this is one of my favorites. It is not crunchy and allows the hair to stay with lots of movement. This is my go-to hairspray when finishing off curls for that reason! Click here to shop Perfect Medium Spray!
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Hair Tools for Upstyling
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Kenra Volume Spray– This ish HOLDS! I love this for upstyling because most likely, your client will be dancing all night and they need something to hold their hair in place. The hold on this product is 25, so you should be good to go. What I love about this one is that it can create lots of texture for an up style. If you are interested in learning how to create simple and easy up styles, CLICK HERE!
Roller Pins- One of my secret weapons to updos are Roller Pins! They are great for people with hair that just doesn’t want to hold. It is slightly longer than a regular bobby pin, so it makes it very secure.
Hair Bungees– If you want smooth hair without the inconvenience of hair ties, try Hair Bungees! They are perfect for creating a high pony, and you don’t risk snagging the hair and creating lumps. If you want a full demonstration of how I do that, I have a full up styling course where I share all of my secrets!
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Learn How to Upstyle
In this 7 day course, I show you EVERYTHING I KNOW in small digestible videos so you can learn at your own pace. I walk you through the beginning starting with products and tool selection, preparing the perfect canvas, curling and braiding 101, and techniques that you can apply to any upstyle.
Spend at least 1 hour a day with me, complete each daily lesson, and you will finish the course with CONFIDENCE to create your own styles. On the last day, we cover social media and business basics (specifically bridal and on-location contracts) to help jump start your updo game.
Best of ALL, you will finish this course with the CONFIDENCE to create your OWN styles! The course was built to teach you in 7 days, but you don’t have to finish it in 7 days. As long as you feel confident in the lessons you are learning, then I encourage you to move on to the next video.
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- 35+ videos & lessons
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- Daily homework assignments that hold you accountable to learning upstyling
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