Can we talk about the 'lived-in color' trend that just won't die

Three years ago in Austin, a client asked for it and I spent 45 minutes explaining root smudging. Now everyone wants it but expects zero upkeep, which is impossible. Anyone else tired of explaining the maintenance reality?

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johnson.jesse1mo ago

Ugh, right? What's the most ridiculous client expectation you've heard about this trend?

johnson.jesse1mo ago

Got one asking for a live tiger filter on their cat video.

drew9651mo ago

Oh man, I just read an article about this exact thing, how people see the trend online and think it's a one-and-done color. It's like they believe the "lived-in" part happens by magic, not with regular salon visits. @johnson.jesse, that tiger filter request is wild, but at least that's a quick fix in an app, not months of grown-out color expectations! How do you even begin to explain that hair doesn't just stop growing?

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