Last night, June 1st, 2010, Katherine Heigl was spotted with THIS hair color AND curls at the premiere of her new movie “Killers”. I didn’t even recognize her!! Did you? I almost wanted to play “Guess The Celeb” with you. Heigl is a true Old Hollywood kind of beauty, the modern version of Marilyn Monroe, and looks amazing no matter what. However, I said it before, and I’ll say it again: I love Katherine Heigl blonde.

Katherine Heigl at the Killers premiere gone all brunette. Do you love?

Going from Blonde To Brunette: I’m excited to share with you my interview with hot young Hollywood’s go-to colorist George Papanikolas. I picked his brains about Nicole Richie’s latest brown hair color and hair color tips.

L to R: Nicole Richie goes from blonde to brunette. Do you love?

JOICO celebrity colorist George Papanikolas has become one of the hottest and most sought after colorists in Hollywood. His signature style has caught the attention of Southern California’s most discerning clientele with young, hot Hollywood turning to this man to change their look. George has set trends, reinvented celebrities and has created signature looks for many starlets like Nicole Richie and Ashley Tisdale.

George Papanikolas

Marta Walsh: Which hair color shade have used on Nicole Richie when transforming her hair to brown?
George Papanikolas: Medium Golden Brown

MW: Was it a gradual process that took some time or you just colored Nicole brunette in one go?
GP: It was a gradual process. We started with blonde with a deeper root color and low-lights. The next month, we did more low-lights to give us an ombre effect with darker roots and lighter ends, and finally we did deeper base and heavy low-lighting with a caramel gloss to give us the final result.

MW: Which tips can he give to anyone interested going from blonde to brunette and vice versa?
GP: It’s better to do it gradually for a few reasons. One is that you can gradually find the perfect shade because once it’s too dark, it’s hard to go lighter. It’s also important for your eyes to gradually get used to you as a brunette so that it isn’t a shock to you. Going from blonde to brown in one step might make you feel like you look like a witch. This can be avoided if you start going a bit darker with low-lights, and if you find that you don’t like the look, then it’s fairly easy to go lighter, and if you like how it’s looking, it’s easy to go a shade darker at a time. It’s also best to go in stages because blonde hair tends to be very porous, so if you add a dark color all at one time, it tends to fade fast and may leave undesirable tones.

MW: In your opinion which hair color is hot right now: blonde or brunette?
GP: The hottest color is what most flattering on you. If you are naturally a brunette, most likely you won’t look great as a blonde. Staying within a few shades of your natural color usually looks best and will make you look hot.

MW: Can anyone be blonde?
GP: Yes, but it’s really important to find the right shade of blonde for your skin tone.

MW: Which other celebrities have you recently worked with and changed their hair color drastically?
GP: Ashley Tisdale was taken to a brunette.

Thank you for the interview George! Visit his website for more details about his work.

Former blonde and beautiful Katherine Heigl gone brunette. (So unexpected BTW) When I think of Heigl the first thing that comes to mind is Hollywood blonde bombshell. Marta’s is taking some time to get used to Katherine’s new brown hair color.

Katherine Heigl pretty or not so much with brown hair? Thoughts?

Lindsay Lohan gone brunette (again?). Just in case you are wondering how to get Lindsay Lohan’s brown hair color Talking Makeup has the scoop.

Tracey Cunningham, Redken Creative Consultant for Color and Hollywood colorist, gave Lindsay Lohan aka LiLo a fresh spring look with Redken Color. If you’re looking for Lindsay locks, ask your colorist to use Shades EQ 03G Cinnamon and 03N Espresso to lock in color and shine.

Shades EQ is a demi-permanent color which provides healthy, shiny results, incredible conditioning with an amazing number of mixing possibilities. Shades EQ is used as a glaze, color refresher, and also color correction. Ingredients include acidic pH; no lift, non-ammonia formula; long-lasting colorants; wheat amino acids, and silicon.

Get to know Tracey and ask her your hair color questions by logging on to Redken.com, Ask The Experts page.

I’m excited to share with you my interview with Wella colorist Eva Scrivo. Eva is a stylist, colorist, and owner of the Eva Scrivo Salon in New York. Eva is also known as the Long-time stylist to Martha Stewart and a frequent guest on her show. And on top of it all, she is an all around beauty expert and has a call-in show on Sirius called Beauty Talk and wrote a beauty guide that will be published for Fall 2010.

Eva Scrivo

In this interview Eva Scrivo talks about why she has decided on a career in hairdressing and some of her biggest breaks as a top colorist. Gives advice on hair and on what does it take to have a career as a top hairdresser. You will also find out which city Eva loves the most.

Marta Walsh: When and why did your fascination with hair begin?
Eva Scrivo: Growing up, I was an avid student of the arts. Painting, pottery and theatre were all subjects I loved. This absolutely laid the groundwork which led me to choose a creative field like hairdressing as a career.

MW: What were some of your biggest breaks as a top colorist so far?
ES: There were many opportunities which led me to where I am today. Owning salons and working behind the chair is the greatest experience a colorist can have. It is challenging, invigorating and exciting to be continually problem solving with a new client sitting in front of you every half hour. Each client has unique hair and expectations; it is a colorist’s job to make their vision a reality. Having a radio show and articulating a visual craft on a weekly basis has been a tremendous learning experience for me. Connecting with the masses gives you an incredible insight into every woman’s beauty challenges and allows you to tap into an audience you would not have an opportunity to learn about in the salon. Many years of diverse and multifaceted experience and hard work lead to my position with Wella Professionals as a spokesperson and Lead Colorist.

MW: What some common mistakes women tend to make when it comes to their hair color or hair coloring? Any hair color myths you would like to clear up?
ES: Over-blonding is a common mistake women make. Sometimes women get bored and end up taking it out on their hair. Dying hair too often can lead to irreparable damage. On the other hand, not dying hair frequently enough can also be an issue for women. It is a fine line to walk and any good colorist will be able to advise you on the ideal amount of time between colorings.

Eva Scrivo with Fashion Designer Thakoon backstage at fashion week for his Spring ’10 collection

MW: What are some of the hottest hair color trends we expect to see with blonde hair, brunette, and red hair?
ES: For blondes, you can expect to see translucent, soft platinums with pale roots. The dark-root look is not going to be prevalent; think 1960′s glamour. Brunettes are rich, solid with deep darker pieces woven through to add dimension. Reds will be bright and striking with saturated pigment and pink, blue and violet undertones.

MW: What hair care products do you recommend for color treated hair?
ES: System Professional has wide variety of amazing shampoos, conditioners and treatments for all hair types. The System Professional Color Saver line in particular has a shampoo and mask that can extend the life of hair color and keep it true to tone for much longer.

MW: Which celebrity hair colors are most popular and how can we achieve similar looks at home? What advice can you give us if we want to get a certain celebrity hair color (mine for example are Alessandra Ambrosio, Giselle, Jennifer Aniston)?
ES: Natural, sun-kissed and neutral colors are very big at the moment. It is very difficult to achieve these looks at home and to be done correctly, you need a professional. Wella’s Color Touch demi-permanent line is excellent for achieving added depth and dimension that gives hair that more natural, youthful and healthy looking hair.

MW: What is your philosophy about hair color and beauty?
ES: My philosophy about hair color is that it is a woman’s ultimate beauty accessory and should be treated as such. She wears it on a daily basis; it balances and compliments her skin tone; it brings out her eye color. Beyond all of that, hair color can make heads turn when a woman walks into a room.

MW: How can we get rid of brassiness or brassy hair?
ES: Attaching a filter to your shower head to remove metal deposits and chlorine from your water will help keep brassy tones out of your hair. The filters should be changed every six months or so. Applying an ash-based demi-permanent color or a glaze to your hair is also another great way to avoid brassiness in between visits to your salon.

MW: What is your favorite city in the world?
ES: Paris. Need I say more?

MW: What advice can you give anyone who is interested in a career as top hair stylist or colorist?
ES: Be selective and choose a great company to educate you and to give you opportunities. Be strong, because it can be so difficult to give great service and be a craftsman all at the same time. Most importantly, be open to criticism and always give more than you think you need to. And remember, be patient becoming a great hairdresser is a lifetime journey.

It was a pleasure to interview Eva Scrivo you can visit her salon at:

Eva Scrivo Salon 
50 Bond St., New York, NY 10014
nr. Lafayette
212-677-7315

Visit www.wellausa.com to learn more about Wella.

In need of a beauty revamp? Expert style advice or hot new party looks?

Topshop has teamed up with the Serge Normant at John Frieda Salon, Jouer cosmetics and nail specialists M2M to create the ultimate army of fashion and beauty experts – and they are here to help get you looking party perfect!

For one week only – December 14-21 -you are invited to stop by the Topshop Dressing Room to kick up their feet and get pampered like the stars.

Sit back and relax while the experts attend to all your needs – opt for a beauty make-over or manicure, have your locks styled with products from John Frieda, or consult with Style Advisors on emergency fashion dilemmas as you sip on complementary beverages and flip through the latest glossies.

Whether you’re looking for a frizz-free holiday style or a high-volume look, the experts from John Frieda will set you up with the right products from their renowned Frizz-Ease, Sheer Blonde, Brilliant Brunette, Root Awakening and Luxurious Volume lines to help ensure you hold on to your holiday style all night so you can party hop in peace.

All treatments are free of charge, but guests are encouraged to make a $5 donation to The Lower Eastside Girls Club.

When: December 14-21, daily 1-7pm
Where: Topshop Ground Floor, 478 Broadway & Broome

Kim Kardashian is official everywhere! Now, she is on the cover of Cosmopolitan Magazine November 2009 issue. Kim is looking pretty brunette again. I’m sure quite a relief for many of you who didn’t love Kim’s blonde hair.

Khloe Kardashian interviews with Marta Walsh
Kourtney Kardashian interviews with Marta Walsh

How hot is Monica Cruz? No, that’s not Penelope Cruz, it’s Monica, her sister. Don’t they look alike? It took me few minutes to realize it wasn’t Penelope. Monica is the ultimate brunette beauty. She almost makes me want to dye my hair brown again! I also love her very black smoky eye, the classic.  Any Thoughts guys?

To get Monica Cruz’ black smoky eye try Magic Kajal Eye Pencil by Givenchy, $21.50. This eye pencil allows you to apply a precise line or a create a smudge or smoky eye effect.

And, what do you think about Monica smoking in photo below? Maybe it’s a cultural thing. It was shot for Spanish Elle, maybe smoking it’s not as big a deal as in the U.S.

Images via: www.hollywoodtuna.com

Celebrity Stylist for Pantene, Hallie Bowman, discusses fall color: As we enter the fall season, it’s important that we do what we can to help prevent further damage that’s already been done over the summer. Luckily, the color trends we will be seeing this fall are conducive to rehabbing your hair – it’s going to be all about giving your natural hair color a chance to shine and staying away from the harsh colors and bright platinum shades that are most damaging to your hair.

“The days of striking, contrasting colors are gone this season,” explains Celebrity Stylist for Pantene, Hallie Bowman. “This fall people will be going back to their roots, or at least making it look that way. We’re going to see natural-looking tones to balance the more extreme hair styles that are going to be big, including mixed textures and nods to the 80s shapes.”

The Color Trends:

Blonde: Platinum blonde is out and warmer, neutral tones are in. If you’re blonde Bowman recommends shades of sable, vanilla or mink. However, if you’re not ready to let go of your platinum locks, soften the look by adding some golden highlights.

Brunette: Reddish or bluish browns are out and warmer browns are in. Shades like deep chocolate and chestnut are going to be all-the-rage; it’s all about making your shade believable.

Redhead: Two words – true red. The key is to ask your stylist to stay away from blue and copper undertones, both of which reflect orange in the sunlight. One way to avoid orange is to add some highlights to cool down the shade.

Black: Stay away from blue undertones and go for ebony to keep the shade natural-looking.

Maintenance: Once you’ve achieved the shade you want, keeping your color looking fresh can be a challenge, but it doesn’t mean you have to spend a lot! Bowman recommends using a shampoo and conditioner system that is developed for color treated hair, such as the ones from Pantene.

“I love the Pantene Expressions collection because it keeps hair color looking fresh, and helps reveal the three facets of hair color: tone, depth and vibrancy,” explains Bowman.

The Pantene Expressions shampoos are formulated with a patented liquid crystal technology that helps repel water and condition hair to keep color radiant. The five collections are custom designed by shade – blonde, brunette, red, midnight and highlights – to help color-treated hair maintain its vibrancy and multi-dimensional shine in between colorings.

The Pantene Expressions shampoos and conditioners retail for just $5.49 apiece at national food, drug and mass merchandisers, and online at drugstore.com

Kim Kardashian was spotted with brown hair AGAIN at the premiere of “Whiteout” on September 9.

Please Tell Us: Which hair color looks better on Kim Kardashian brown or blonde? Also, what do you think about her avant garde updo?