Britt James Hair
Hairstylist located at Creative Designers Hair Salon in the heart of Portage Lakes Ohio.
I specialize in Blondes, Balayage, Multi Dimensional Color, lived in haircuts and styles, and extensions.
04/20/2022
Let’s talk Hair Extensions:
It’s a well known thing that Extensions are ✨Expensive✨
And that’s because you get what you pay for. If you want quality hair and a quality installation you’re going to pay for it.
I recently had a very rude remark about the cost of my installation (which is still lower than industry standard). And it made me think of a very important topic that needs to be discussed.
There is more to hair extensions than “just sewing in hair..” Yes, any one can look up a YouTube video or watch Instagram and pick up the general technique. But incorrect tension on hair can cause Traction Alopecia, bald spots from incorrect extension placement. This is very common with untrained extension installations.
My first priority will always be the health of your hair. This is why I’m trained by three different brands on a handful of techniques. Extension methods are not one size fits all. I have invested in my education not for bragging rights, but so I can be confident that I am giving my guests the best possible outcome.
If you made it this far. Thank you for listening to my TED talk. What are your questions about extensions?
02/23/2022
When we get a break from all of the snow we embrace it!
My guest wanted a brighter blonde to get ready for spring! I did a heavy highlight and of course used in my lightener to keep the integrity of her hair while delivering the results she wanted. I toned and root tapped her with Shades EQ, and sealed it all in with an 4 in 1 treatment which left her hair feeling smooth and conditioned, even after a mega blonding service!
Who else is ready to brighten their color for spring?! 🌸☀️
Color openings available at the end of March, book before it’s too late!
04/09/2021
Going. Going..... BRONZE! This week I’ve had a handful of guests ditching their blonde to go darker for the summer! Which do you prefer for your summer color? Team Blonde💁🏼♀️ or Team Brunette 💁🏽♀️ .
04/03/2021
Fresh set of 20 inch Beaded Row Extensions! My guest came in with solid dark brown hair at her shoulders and left with a beautifully blended 20 inch long ombré without using any lightener at all! That’s the beauty of extensions. Not only can you add length and thickness but you can enhance your color as well.
Colored with shades Eq 3N 2M to blend and shampooed and conditioned with all soft and styled with al soft argon oil. Loving this line for my extension guests💗
04/02/2021
✨Beaded Row Extensions.✨
Let’s clear the air. I’ve heard so many different names for this method. And I prefer to call them Beaded Row Extensions. And here is why:
•There are probably 100 different methods to apply these extensions and that can be confusing to people who have no clue about “the hair world” or it’s verbiage. I am certified in 3 different methods and apply which ever method best suits my clients lifestyle and hair type.
•I hear a lot of clients call them “handtied” which is just the type of hair that can be sewn into the *Beaded Row* foundation. The hair is a weft that is either handtied, thin and more customizable by stacking multiple wefts or machine tied, thicker and more affordable and best suited for thick hair.
•”Sew in” is another reference to this method because the wefts (weather they’re machine tied or handtied) are sewn onto the beaded row foundation. While this is very accurate, people think it’s the braided sew in and the track is not a braid. It’s a foundation/ track made from beads.
I hope this explanation helps clear up and confusion with this extension method. I know it is fairly new so theres a lot to unpack. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments and I’ll answer!
04/01/2021
Loving this cherry cola color 🍒 This transformation was so exciting because not only did I get to enhance her hair but I also gained her trust. My guest had a bad experience at a salon in the past and hasn’t gotten her hair done since 2018! I always strive to have my guests feeling just as good on the inside as their hair looks on the outside💗
03/24/2021
Incase you didn’t get a jump start to your summer blonde ✨this is your sign to make your appointment✨
02/28/2021
What you see:
A full head of ✨highlights✨.
Vs. What you get:
•1 hour+ full foil application.
•45-60 minute processing time (I use gentle products to ensure HEALTHY results, which take time to process).
•A custom gloss to give your hair the desired tone, nutrients put back into the hair and a beautiful shine.
•An Olaplex treatment to keep your hair strong from the inside out.
•A luxurious shampoo and scalp massage.
•A haircut custom to your style, trouble areas, and desired look.
•A style with tips on how to create it on your own at home, to finish your visit with perfection.
•Take home product recommendations for your EXACT needs and hair type, texture and any hair concerns.
•A stylist who listens to every concern, desire, and inspiration. Who applies her countless hours of continuing education to delivering results that leave you feeling your absolute best and with your confidence through the roof.
(After ➡️ before)
01/28/2021
Color corrections are kind of my thing these days. But it doesn’t bother me one bit, I’m a very meticulous person and kind of a perfectionist, so I happen to enjoy them.
01/21/2021
Embrace change ❤️
01/14/2021
Hair myth- extensions are ONLY used for long hair.
My guest came to me with extensions already in her hair. I moved up her extensions by using a beaded row sew in method and she decided she wanted to switch up her look by cutting her hair to her shoulders, but still wanted her extensions for fullness.
Extensions can be a great addition to a short haircut. If you find yourself wishing you had more fullness, movement or texture in your hair schedule a consultation and we can talk about your options.
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478 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Road
Akron, OH
44319
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| Tuesday | 12:30pm - 8pm |
| Thursday | 12:30pm - 8pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 4pm |