The Messy Hairstylist

• Warmth Wins: Rethinking Hair Trends

  Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond!Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywartherFollow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

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• Do You Tone to Fix or to Finish?

  Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond!Bright hair doesn’t happen by accident; it happens when you choose your toner with purpose. We unpack a simple system that turns toning from confusing to clear: identify the true lift after the rinse, read the remaining pigment, then decide whether you’re neutralizing, refining, or enhancing. Along the way, we call out common traps—like overtone-as-habit—and share why letting a little warmth live can make blondes look shinier, cleaner, and more expensive.We dig into brand literacy with real-world examples, including how a “neutral brown blonde” can pull mahogany because of hidden red-violet undertones. You’ll hear how we study manufacturer maps, spot dominant vs secondary tones, and document formulas to avoid surprises. We also talk through timing and application that actually work behind the chair: five to ten minutes on damp hair for most clients, rapid five-minute cancels, three-minute root taps to blur lines, and leaving the face frame for the final seconds to protect brightness.If you’ve felt chained to ash or stuck glossing every highlight, this conversation opens the door to cleaner lifts, smarter zone toning, and finishes that reflect light instead of swallowing it. Expect practical takeaways you can use today: level-by-level pigment cues, when a violet shampoo beats a gloss, and how to sequence application so the warmest zones process first. Ready to shift from guesswork to craft? Follow the show, share this with a stylist who overtone-spirals, and leave a quick review to tell us your favorite toning win.Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywartherFollow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

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• The Hidden Cost of Success

  Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond!We’re pulling back the curtain on what it really costs to “make it” in the salon industry. From decision fatigue and imposter syndrome to mom guilt, comparison traps, and the physical toll of staying booked and busy—we’re talking about it all. Plus, a peek into our NYC trip, a standout class in New Jersey, and how we’re redefining success in a way that actually feels good.P.S. Want The Blonde Catalyst at your salon next year? Text us with your email—we’re booking now!Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywartherFollow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

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• What Your Color Bowl Says About You

  Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond!This week, we’re calling out color bowl personalities—because @domyhairdrew nailed it and we had to weigh in. If you've ever felt seen (or personally attacked) by your styling tools, this one’s for you. 🎨💀 Watch the Reel we're talking about 👉 @domyhairdrew’s postFollow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywartherFollow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

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• Back-to-School, Blonding & a Summer Reset

  Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond!Kelsey and Abby are back from summer break with fresh energy and big updates. From their new partnership with Sunlights to the back-to-school rush that’s busier than the holidays, they share real talk on balancing life, salon chaos, and smarter marketing. This one’s packed with relatable stories and tips to keep your chair full—without running discounts.🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to learn The Blonde Catalyst in Garwood, NJ on September 29th! Tickets are available now, but sales close September 14th. 👉 Grab your spot hereFollow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywartherFollow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

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