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Gray hair is one of the most common concerns we hear in the salon, but there is a lot of misinformation out there.

The truth? Gray hair happens when your hair follicles stop producing melanin, the pigment responsible for your natural hair color. While genetics play the biggest role in when you go gray, many clients are surprised to learn that gray hair can also change in texture, becoming more coarse, dry, frizzy, and resistant to color.

In this post, we’re breaking down:

✨ Why hair turns gray
✨ Common gray hair myths and facts
✨ Your options for gray coverage, gray blending, or embracing your natural silver

Whether you’re finding your first gray hairs or looking for the best gray hair coverage solution, there is no one size fits all approach. The best choice depends on your lifestyle, maintenance preferences, and hair goals.

Are you team Cover, Blend, or Embrace? Tell us in the comments! 👇

Meet the Stylist ✨
S H E Y E N N E B R A N S O N


She’s been creating gorgeous blondes and dreamy extensions for 6 years, and from the second you sit in her chair, you’ll understand why her clients are obsessed. We’re continuing our Meet the Team series with one of our sweet, talented stylists that Studio 486 clients know and love! 🤍✨

🔥 What do you specialize in? “I specialize in lived-in blondes and extensions, especially keratin tips and sewn-in weft extensions!” Basically… effortless, blended, luxury hair is her thing 😍

⏳ How long have you been doing hair? “6 years!” And she’s already making a huge mark behind the chair

☕ Coffee order? “It changes, but if I’m at my favorite spot, Coffee Dose, I’m getting a Bananarama latte!” Honestly… elite choice

🙌🏼 Favorite products? “Kenra! I LOVE the Blow Dry Spray and Texture Spray. They smell amazing!!” Soft, voluminous, lived-in hair incoming 💁🏼‍♀️

😅 Biggest stylist pet peeve? “When clients DON’T have any tea to spill since their last appointment 🤣” We know her chair is basically therapy at this point ☕️

🤍 Why do you love Studio 486?“I love working at Studio 486 because it doesn’t feel like work, I feel right at home. All my clients love the intimate vibe the salon gives!”

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The warm energy, attention to detail, and effortless beauty Sheyenne creates behind the chair is exactly why her clients keep coming back. Stay tuned, next week we’re introducing another one of our incredible Studio 486 artists! ✨

✨ SUMMER 2026 HAIR TRENDS STUDIO 486 IS LOVING ✨

Tell us which one is SO you👇🏼 because honestly…summer hair this year is giving expensive, effortless, and a little nostalgic in the best way.

💸 Old Money Blonde
Creamy ribbons, soft contrast, and that “I summer in the Hamptons” energy. Expensive-looking blonde without feeling overdone.

🥥 Coconut Cream Blonde
Bright but buttery. This icy creamy blonde is the ultimate clean girl summer color and looks unreal in sunlight.

🍓 Soft Ginger
Warm coppery tones are having a MOMENT. Soft ginger adds richness, shine, and that glowy “your skin suddenly looks amazing” effect.

🤎 Hazelnut Latte
The brunette girls are leaning warm this summer and we are obsessed. Think glossy beige-browns with soft caramel dimension.

✂️ Modern Bixie
Somewhere between a bob and a pixie…aka chic, edgy, and surprisingly wearable. This cut screams confidence.

💁🏼‍♀️ 90’s Layers
Big bounce, face framing, volume, movement. Basically the hair version of a supermodel blowout and we are HERE for it.

🖤 2026 S**g
Undone texture, curtain fringe, and cool-girl energy. Perfect for anyone wanting effortless style without trying too hard.

Which trend are you claiming for summer 2026? ☀️
Save this for your next hair appointment and send it to the friend who is ready for a summer hair refresh ✨

Meet the Nail Artist✨
Y U N G P H A M


She’s been perfecting nails and transforming hands for 22 years! From the moment you sit at her table or on her bench, you’ll understand why her clients are completely obsessed. We’re continuing our Meet the Team series with our nail artist that ALL of our Studio 486 clients know and love! 💅

🔥What do you specialize in? “I love cuticle care. So naturally my favorite service to do is a manicure. I love transforming someone’s hands by simply taking my time and really grooming their cuticles in a way that helps them grow back correctly and evenly with little future maintenance. Cuticles are very trainable ya know
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⏳ How long have you been doing nails? “22 years & 12 years at Studio!” Two decades of creating beautiful nails and taking care of her clients.

☕ Coffee order? “Hot rose latte with oat milk, 1/4 sweet, from Oliboli Donuts with rose whip of course.” Honestly… iconic.

🙌🏼 Favorite products? “Essie Gel Couture will always be my tried and true favorite polish. My favorite new product is The Manicurist polish line for my natural polish girlies.”

😅 Biggest nail pet peeve? “When someone does the hexagon clip and no file. It should be illegal ✋🛑” Nail people know exactly what she means 😂

🤍 Why do you love Studio 486? “I love working at Studio 486 because it feels like a home away from home. My coworkers and I have all been doing our craft for as long as I have, and almost all of us have done it here at Studio 486. That speaks volumes. Being around others that obsess about their job and clients as much as you do makes it effortless and enjoyable.”
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That attention to detail and care you feel the second you sit down with Yung? That’s exactly what makes her so special. Stay tuned, next week we’re introducing another one of our incredible Studio 486 artists! ✨

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Sometimes covering those stubborn greys comes with a tiny trade off… a little temporary hairline staining 🤷🏼‍♀️

Hair dye staining around the hairline is one of the most common things clients ask about after a color appointment, especially with grey coverage, brunette hair color, red tones, and darker shades.

The truth is: sometimes the better the grey coverage, the more likely temporary staining can happen. To fully cover resistant greys, the color needs enough saturation and pigment to pe*****te the hair, and occasionally that pigment grabs onto the skin too.

A few things that can make staining more likely:
•Dry or dehydrated skin
• Darker hair colors like brunettes, reds, and blue black shades
• Heat around the scalp during processing
• Skin that naturally absorbs pigment more easily
• Longer processing times for resistant greys

The good news? It’s temporary, and there are ways to help prevent it.

Hydrated, healthy skin is less likely to absorb pigment, which is why we recommend drinking water before your appointment and keeping the hairline moisturized.

If staining happens, try:
•Micellar water
• Cleansing oil
• A warm soapy washcloth
• Gentle cleansing only, no harsh scrubbing

We care about the details of your color service, including keeping your hairline looking as clean and seamless as possible 🤍

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Last week we made a post about why your hair isn’t growing, and we mentioned supplements briefly. Now we want to deep dive into one of the supplements we use and recommend most in the salon for hair growth: Nutrafol.

Nutrafol has become one of the most talked-about hair supplements in both the beauty and dermatology world because it takes a whole-body approach to hair thinning and shedding. Instead of only focusing on biotin, it’s designed to target some of the common root causes behind hair changes including stress, hormones, inflammation, nutrition, metabolism, and aging.

The formula contains ingredients like:
•Ashwagandha to help support stress and cortisol balance
• Saw palmetto to help address DHT, a hormone linked to thinning hair
• Marine collagen and amino acids to support stronger strands
• Curcumin and antioxidants to help combat inflammation and oxidative stress
• Vitamins and minerals that support the hair growth cycle and scalp health

One of the biggest reasons Nutrafol stands out is because it actually has published clinical studies behind it. Studies have shown improvements in hair growth, density, thickness, shedding, and overall hair quality in people taking it consistently over time.

The biggest thing to understand is that hair supplements are not an overnight fix. Hair growth cycles are slow, so consistency matters. Most people don’t notice visible changes until around 3 months, with more noticeable improvement closer to 6 months.

Hair thinning and slow growth can be connected to stress, hormones, nutrient deficiencies, scalp health, genetics, postpartum changes, and overall wellness. Supplements like Nutrafol are designed to help support healthier hair growth from within and create a better environment for stronger, fuller hair over time.

As always, check with your doctor before starting any supplement, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications

Meet the Stylist ✨
J E N N I F E R P A R K


She’s been transforming hair for 20 years at Studio 486! From the moment you sit in her chair, you’ll understand why clients keep coming back. We’re continuing our Meet the Team series with this amazing stylist that all clients of Studio know and love!

🔥 What do you specialize in?
“Custom coloring, hair extensions, and hair cutting.” Color, extensions, cuts. She does it all!

⏳ How long have you been doing hair?
“20 years this year!!” Two decades of doing what she loves.

☕ Coffee order?
“An iced oat milk latte with 1 stevia.” Jen loves an afternoon coffee at the salon with her work wives!

🙌🏼 Favorite products?
“Kérastase shampoo and conditioner and R+Co styling products.” Only the best professional hair care products for our clients!

😅 Biggest salon pet peeve?
“Washing color bowls!” We don’t blame her one bit.

🤍 Why do you love Studio 486?
“I love working at Studio 486 because of the amazing women who work alongside me that inspire me daily.” This is what makes our Newport Beach salon truly special.


That inspiration and love you feel the moment you walk through our door? Jennifer is a big part of that. Stay tuned, next week we’re introducing another one of our incredible Newport Beach hair stylists! 🌊

If your hair feels like it’s not growing… it probably is.

Hair grows about 1/2 inch a month, but stress, hormones, scalp buildup, poor nutrition, and breakage can make it feel like it’s not.

Most people don’t have a growth problem, they have a retention problem.

What actually helps:

Healthy scalp = better growth environment (Kérastase Genesis Serum)
Less breakage = more length (Kérastase 8H Overnight Serum hydrates and protects while you sleep)
Smoother ends = less snapping (gloss and oils like Kerastase Elixer and gloss absolu help seal and protect)

And don’t forget internal support:

Nutrafol works from within to support stress, hormones, and shedding (Women, Women’s Balance, Postpartum, and Men) If your interested in Nutrafol-don’t worry, we have a full lineup for you next week with alllll the info!

Nutrients like biotin, collagen, vitamin D, and iron can support hair health, especially if you’re deficient. Always check with your doctor before starting new supplements

It’s not one product. It’s consistency and the right routine.

“The easiest way to wake up with better hair? Do nothing… literally.” ✨

If you haven’t tried Kérastase overnight serums yet, this is your sign.

These are not just another leave in. They are overnight treatments that work while you sleep to transform your hair by morning.

💫 Why everyone is obsessed
• Deep hydration and nourishment for hours while you sleep
• Hair feels softer, smoother, and noticeably healthier by morning
• Helps reduce frizz, tangles, and dryness
• Lightweight formula that will not leave your hair greasy or weighed down

The Nutritive serum is all about hydration and softness. It’s made for dry, frizzy hair and uses ingredients like niacinamide and plant based proteins to deeply nourish and smooth the hair overnight

The Chronologiste serum is more of a luxury anti aging treatment for your hair. Think stronger, shinier, more youthful looking hair. It focuses on repairing, strengthening, and giving that high gloss, “expensive hair” finish.

✨ So which one do you need?
Dry, frizzy, thirsty hair → Nutritive
Dull, aging, weakened hair → Chronologiste

Think of it like skincare, but for your hair.
You go to bed, it does the work, you wake up with effortless, glossy hair.

Pro tip from us:
Apply 1 to 2 pumps before bed through mid lengths and ends, then loosely braid or tie your hair. You will wake up with the softest hair.

Next appointment is your sign to try it 🤍
We have both in salon and we promise, once you try it, you will understand the hype.