The Look Journal

The Look Journal

Hair care tips, color trends, styling guides, and salon news — from our chairs in Glendale to yours.

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Editorial salon portrait of caramel-brown balayage with hand-painted golden highlights in an upscale Glendale hair salonColor TrendsMay 19

How Much Does Balayage Cost in Glendale? 2026 Price & Time Guide

What balayage really costs in Glendale, how long it takes, and what changes the price — a transparent 2026 guide from the colorists at The Look Hair Salon.

Armen, Color Specialist at The Look Hair Salon7 min
Stylist gliding a ceramic flat iron through long glossy brunette hair with a fine mist of heat-protectant spray catching the lightStyling GuidesMay 10

How to Flat Iron Hair Without Damage: Tips and Temperature

Flat ironing without damage comes down to temperature, technique, and prep. Stylist tips from The Look in Glendale show you how to protect your hair every session.

Jasmine at The Look Hair Salon7 min
Side-by-side rear view comparing classic ombre with a clear dark-to-blonde transition versus soft seamless balayage hand-painted from mid-shaftColor TrendsMay 9

Ombré vs. Balayage: Which Color Technique Is Right for You?

Ombré builds a bold root-to-end gradient. Balayage paints dimension selectively, so it grows out almost invisibly. Here's how to choose the right technique for your hair.

Armen, Color Specialist at The Look Hair Salon6 min
Stylist applying a scalp serum dropper to a parted brunette scalp at the salon wash basinHair Care TipsMay 8

How to Build a Scalp Care Routine for Healthier Hair

Your scalp is the foundation of healthy hair. A consistent scalp care routine controls buildup, balances sebum, and supports growth — here's how to build one that actually works.

Kristina at The Look Hair Salon6 min
Stylist consulting with a seated client over a fan of hair color swatches at the mirror of an upscale Glendale hair salonSalon NewsMay 8

How to Choose the Right Hair Stylist in Glendale, CA

Finding the right hair stylist in Glendale means matching your goals to the right specialty. Here's how to evaluate stylists, ask smart questions, and book with confidence.

The Look Hair Salon6 min
Side profile of long glossy brunette hair styled in bouncy round-brush waves from a fresh salon blowoutStyling GuidesMay 8

How Long Does a Blowout Last? Plus 7 Tips to Make It Last Longer

How long does a blowout last? Usually 3–5 days — up to a week on thick hair. The Look's Glendale stylists break down longevity by hair type, plus 7 tips to make it last longer.

Kristina at The Look Hair Salon8 min
Three women showing the top summer 2026 hair color trends — honey blonde, warm bronde balayage, and cinnamon copper — in editorial portraitColor TrendsMay 8

Summer 2026 Hair Color Trends Worth Booking Now

From warm coppers to honey blonde highlights, summer 2026 hair color trends lean into natural, sun-kissed dimension. Explore what's trending this season.

The Look Hair Salon6 min
Editorial salon portrait of long flowing copper hair in rich burnt-sienna and cinnamon tones at an upscale Glendale hair salonColor TrendsMay 8

Copper Hair Color Trends: Warm Tones Are Having a Moment

In 2026, copper hair color is one of the most-requested salon shades. Discover techniques, maintenance tips, and how to know if warm tones will suit you.

The Look Hair Salon6 min
Editorial flat-lay of color-safe shampoo, purple toning conditioner and an amber serum next to a glossy auburn hair swatch on a marble salon counterHair Care TipsMay 8

Color-Treated Hair Care: 7 Tips to Keep Your Color Vibrant

Color fades fast without the right routine. These 7 expert color-treated hair care tips from The Look in Glendale help your color stay vibrant longer between appointments.

The Look Hair Salon5 min
A stylist warmly greeting a new client at the marble reception desk of The Look Hair Salon in GlendaleSalon NewsMay 8

What to Expect at Your First Visit to The Look

From the consultation in the chair to walking out the door — here's exactly how a first appointment at our Glendale salon goes, so nothing on the day catches you by surprise.

The Look Hair Salon4 min
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