The make up trends for this fall/ winter include big bold lips with natural eyes. Hot colours include reds, purples and deep blues. We’ve just received La Bioesthetique’s beautiful collection of lip pencils, glosses and creams just in time for the holidays! When choosing eye shadow/lip colours keep in mind [...]

If you’ve experienced itching, redness, swelling, red and watery eyes or a skin inflammation/rash from having your hair coloured, chances are you’re allergic to PPD. PPD is a chemical substance found in hair dye,  predominantly in darker colours. Did you know that we use a PPD free colour line? We [...]

This is Emily’s most recent KeraStraight client. The first photo was sent to JOY after she walked her dog in the rain the day she got her treatment. She was thrilled how the frizz was kept at bay! The second photo is her hair after a shower, dried with only [...]

Do you have a flat iron? A professional grade iron is meant to last years! Here’s some tips for keeping yours in tip-top shape. http://www.modernsalon.com/features/hair-beauty/5-Ways-to-Extend-the-Life-of-Your-Flatiron-274631871.html

Although we definitely commend those wishing to educate themselves, in light of some recent cancellations due to clients “doing some research” of their own, we feel it necessary to share with you some of the pitfalls of doing your research online. The problems with online findings are: a) often it’s [...]

If you have experienced sensitivites to hair colour, you may be someone who is drawn to ammonia-free formulas. Fact: most people do not react to the ammonia in haircolour, they react to the PPD (paraphenylenediamine)- an additive in hair colour that gives the red and violet undertones needed to support [...]

It’s summer and there’s never been a better time to get yourself a fresh look. Come into JOY and meet our team while you’re shopping at Lonsdale Quay. The ONLY hair salon created with a purely philanthropic intent, where you can leave feeling as good as you look! We’re looking [...]