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Balayage Transformation: A Seamless, Dimensional…

This brunette balayage transformation creates soft dimension while keeping the overall look natural and beautifully blended. Dimensional blonde highlights paired with a soft root blend create a seamless transition from the base color through the lighter ends. Balayage is customized…

Gray Coverage Transformation Using Keune Tinta Color — Shades 6.1 & 7.19

Gray Coverage Transformation Using Keune…

Before and after gray coverage hair color using Keune Tinta Color shades 6.1 and 7.19 at Salon International in Mount Pleasant, SC. Gray coverage is one of the most requested services in the salon — and one of the most…

Soft Waves for Fine Hair

Soft Waves for Fine Hair

Fine hair doesn’t need tight curls to create beautiful movement. A curling iron or flat iron with a gentle twisting technique can give you soft, natural-looking waves without sacrificing volume. A few tips for longer-lasting results: In this makeover, I…

Blonde Hair Transformation | Dimensional Blonde Refresh

Blonde Hair Transformation | Dimensional…

There’s nothing more satisfying than seeing a blonde transformation come together from start to finish. For this guest, the goal was to refresh grown-out color, brighten the overall look, and create a softer, more dimensional blonde. Through customized highlighting, careful…

Did You Know Heat Styling Can Affect the Health of Your Hair?

Did You Know Heat Styling…

Most people don’t think twice about reaching for their blow dryer, flat iron, curling iron, or hot brush each morning. While these tools can help create beautiful styles, frequent heat styling can gradually affect the health, appearance, and manageability of…

Soft Dimensional Brunette Highlights | Salon International Mount Pleasant, SC

Soft Dimensional Brunette Highlights |…

One of the biggest misconceptions about highlights is that every client wants to be platinum blonde or dramatically lightened. In reality, many women today are looking for softer, more natural-looking dimension that enhances the hair while still keeping it healthy,…

Why the Pixie Cut Is One of 2026’s Most Requested Haircuts ✂️

Why the Pixie Cut Is…

The pixie cut is making a huge comeback in 2026 — and for good reason. A modern pixie cut creates softness, movement, texture, and effortless styling while still feeling bold and feminine. Whether worn sleek and polished or tousled and…

From Dreadlocks to a Clean, Textured Cut: A Complete Hair Transformation

From Dreadlocks to a Clean,…

Sometimes a haircut completely changes a person’s entire look — and this transformation was one of those moments. ✂️ After years of wearing long dreadlocks, it was time for a dramatic change. Once the weight and bulk were removed, his…

Cashmere Blonde Dimensional Blonde with Soft Root Smudge ✨

Cashmere Blonde Dimensional Blonde with…

Cashmere Blonde Dimensional Blonde with Soft Root Smudge ✨ This blonde transformation features soft face-framing highlights combined with alternating lowlights and blonde throughout the back for added dimension, movement, and shine. A soft root smudge was applied to gently diffuse…

Overnight Hair Tips for Healthier Hair

Overnight Hair Tips for Healthier…

Sometimes the smallest habits can make the biggest difference in your hair. Healthy hair starts with consistent daily habits — even while you sleep. Salon International of CharlestonMount Pleasant, SC

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