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Tips for Creating the Perfect Balayage Based on Face Shape

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Sherry Ratay is an internationally acclaimed, celebrity colorist award-winning color expert and salon owner. Here, she discusses how to choose balayage to complement a client’s face shape.

Some will say that Balayage is a never-ending trend, and yes, I agree. Balayage was first recorded in 1975-1980; from the French; it was a look of coloring the hair in a way that was sweeping from dark to light. This could be a high contrast or a soft contrast with dark and light colors, your decision on the contrast would be determined from the client’s hair density and their personality.

Sherry Ratay Teaches Class for Cosmetologists and SCC Students

The Tribune

DOBSON — Hair color expert Sherry Ratay, creator of the “Ratay Way” came to Surry Community College on Monday, Oct. 28, to instruct cosmetologists and current cosmetology students.

Sherry Ratay is an internationally-acclaimed, celebrity colorist, Joico commercially artistic colorist, and award-winning color expert and salon owner. She covered a variety of topics during the day-long seminar including choosing the best hair color for your client, and gray coverage and blending. She also discussed Balayage freehand painting and foil.

Holiday Hair with Sherry Ratay and Fox 35 News

Fox 35 News

We had a great demonstration on Holiday Hair for different hair types and age groups! Watch the video below to learn about easy, at-home, and trendy, red carpet hairstyles perfect for any holiday event! Thank you Fox35 News for having me!

Ask The Beauty Advisor’s Podcast

Deanna Lyn

How do you find time for your pet when life gets busy?

Real Simple

I have two children. We have two dogs and a cat, and my son has a lizard. I’m gone a lot: I own a salon in Orlando, work in New York City once a month, and go to Los Angeles often. My saving grace for my pets is my kids. When I’m traveling, I’ll use FaceTime with them and our dog Zeus. My husband set up cameras in the house that connect to our phones so we can see what the animals are up to when we aren’t there. We can talk to them over the speaker, and that comforts them.

Meet Joico’s Celebrity Colorist & Salon Owner- Sherry Ratay

The LA Fashion Magazine

Sherry Ratay is a globally-acclaimed, celebrity colorist and salon owner. She boasts an impressive client roster for her work and has a partnership with Joico as their guest artist. When she is not at the salons; Sherry travels all over the world teaching master classes and workshops to other professionals, as she has years of expertise in color perfection. Whether you’ve had the same hairstyle for years or just a short time, it may be time for change and she is the perfect hair stylist for that. LAFM had a pleasure visiting her at Gavert Atelier Salon located in Beverly Hills and let us tell you- We are definitely coming back! Visit a salon near @Sherryratay for a life-changing hair color experience!

IBS Educator Spotlight: Sherry Ratay

American Salon

At this year’s IBS Las Vegas, Ratay will cover how to choose flawless shades by taking into consideration factors such as existing haircolor, natural haircolor, skin tone, eye color, and desired maintenance level. She will also go over how to control reds, brunettes, and blondes and keep them from fading, how and when to choose a demi-permanent hair color versus a permanent hair color, what to expect when lifting with lightener versus high lift, and how to achieve maximum grey coverage.

8 Hair Colors That Will Dominate Spring 2019

BRIT+CO

Balayage is another low-key coloring technique that’s expected to soar again this spring — especially when done in blonde locks. The color is characterized by dye applied to the mid-lengths and ends of your hair (as seen on Cara Delevingne above), which helps bypass the need for constant root touch-ups. (Photo via Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/ Getty)

Celebrity colorist Sherry Ratay mentions that the biggest lesson is to remember that less is more. “If you go too blonde, you’ll end up with a shade that’s more appropriate for the summer season,” she points out. Ask your colorist for baby blonde highlights, as the subtle hue paired with the thin highlights will create a stunning spring hue that looks totally natural.

17 Best Hair Masks for Damaged Hair

Reader’s Digest

Award-winning hair colorist Sherry Ratay says the best way to make the most of your mask is by adding some heat. “After you shampoo the hair, towel dry, and then apply enough of your favorite hair mask for damaged hair to saturate the mid-lengths and ends. Take a heated towel and wrap the hair for ten minutes. Your hair will thank you!” Try Living Proof Restore Mask Treatment, a breakage-busting treatment that’s a cinch to use for even hair novices. Avoid these worst things you can do for your hair.

Five Ways of Keeping Your Salon Looking Luxurious and Feeling Professional

Modern Salon

Celebrity colorist Sherry Ratay, is a Joico artistic colorist, award-winning color expert and salon owner. With over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, Ratay is recognized as a distinguished colorist and frequently travels all over the country to train and educate other professionals; providing advice to thousands of colorists through America.
SALON TODAY asked Ratay to provide her top recommendations on how to keep your salon feeling luxurious and professional. Here’s her two-cents!