Hair.by.Hanby

✨ TIPS ON TUESDAY: Is your hair ready for the sun? ✨

​Alexa, skip to summer. ☀️🕶️

​Nothing beats that first hit of real sunshine after a long winter. But before you soak it all in, let’s talk about "sun-stressed" hair. We all know what UV rays do to our skin, but they wreak havoc on our hair and scalp, too!

​If you’ve ever noticed your strands feeling fried or your color fading fast after a day outside, here is exactly what’s happening behind the scenes:

​The Strand Toll: UV rays strip away moisture and weaken hair elasticity, leading to brittleness, intense frizz, and major breakage.

​The Color Fade: The sun acts like a gentle bleach, breaking down your hair pigment and altering your gorgeous tone.

​The Scalp Burn: Your scalp is skin—it burns, peels, and flakes just like the rest of you (and a sunburned scalp is anything but comfortable).

​🧴 "Can I just use regular body sunscreen?" ❌
​Technically yes, but standard lotion will instantly turn your roots into a greasy, heavy nightmare.
​Instead, look for lightweight UV shields and protectors formulated specifically for the hair and scalp. They block the damage without ruining your style.

​Your Summer Sidekick Checklist 🎒

​When you're shopping for summer hair defense, look for these three things:

​Broad-Spectrum Defense: Make sure it blocks both UV-A and UV-B rays to protect your color and your hair's structural integrity.

​Bonus Benefits: Pick a formula that doubles as a treatment—look for added shine boosts, deep hydration, or anti-frizz power.

​Check the Clock: Just like regular SPF, hair defense wears off. Check the label to see how often you need to mist or reapply, especially if you're taking a dip!

​Pro-Tip: While these products are total game-changers, nothing beats a little shade. When the midday heat hits, pairing your product with a chic wide-brimmed hat or a beautiful scarf is the ultimate power move for your hair health. 🧢✨

​Drop your favorite summer headwear style or your go-to sun hack in the comments below! 👇👇

She wants something soft and wearable… but still a little fun 💜✨

We keep her natural color rich and dimensional, then tucked in flashes of violet for the perfect peekaboo moment. The kind of color that catches attention without screaming for it 👀

My favorite part is that she lets me pick the color every time.

Texas is not gentle on hair — so let’s not pretend it is.

Between the heat, humidity, hard water, and UV exposure, your hair is constantly fighting to hold onto moisture, color, and shape… and most people are treating it like they don't care when I know y'all want to!

If your hair feels dry faster, frizzes the second you step outside, or your color fades way too soon — it’s not random. It’s Texas.

The good news? Once you understand what your hair is up against, you can actually start working with your environment instead of constantly battling it.

Tell me something you learned today 👇
Or what should we break down next week?

A little business update! 📣

​First, a massive thank you. Because of your incredible support, my books are currently filled over 6 weeks in advance! To better serve my growing community and reflect my specialized training, there will be a price adjustment on all services starting May 1st.

​Wait! I have a "thank you" for my regulars:
To help you transition, any appointments pre-booked before May 1st will be honored at my current rate—even if the appointment date itself is further out. This is a great time to get those summer transformations on the books!

​This change helps me create the space needed for new growth while continuing to give my long-term clients the luxury experience they deserve.

​If you have questions about how this affects your next visit, feel free to DM me or chat with me at your next appointment!
🔗 Link in bio to lock in your spot.

At Willow Sage Academy this month, we’re diving into updos 💁‍♀️✨

And even though I’m the one leading the class… I still have to do my homework, too.

Truth is, I can absolutely talk updos all day long — the theory, the structure, the why behind it all — but I don’t do them regularly anymore. So yes… I’m a little out of practice 😜

But that’s kind of the point.

Growth doesn’t come from staying in your comfort zone. It comes from picking the pins back up, trying again, and being willing to be a little imperfect in the process.

So here’s me, doing the work right alongside my team — brushing up (literally), refining, and reminding myself what it feels like to learn again.

Just… maybe don’t look too close 😂

Tips on Tuesday 💨

The #1 mistake people make with dry shampoo… 👀

You’re using it too late.

Dry shampoo isn’t just for dirty hair—it’s preventative.
If you wait until your hair is already oily, you’re just trying to muddle the problem instead of managing it.

✨ Here’s the trick:
Apply dry shampoo to clean hair—especially at the crown and hairline—right after styling. It absorbs oil before it shows up and keeps your style fresh longer.

Pro tip: spray → let it sit for 30–60 seconds → then massage or brush through. That’s where the magic happens.

Your blowout should last days, not hours 💁🏼‍♀️

Save this for your next wash day + send it to a friend who says dry shampoo “doesn’t work” 😉

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I know, I know… another “I haven’t been to a salon in forever” moment 😅

But honestly? I love these transformations the most.

She has a big day coming up 💒, so we pressed reset—toning down the frosty blonde and melting her into a soft, creamy iced coffee blonde that feels way more like her ✨

Lately, my chair has been full of new faces and fresh energy, and I’m not mad about it 🤍

If you’ve been thinking about finding “your” stylist… this might be your sign.