Marc Ramos is one of London’s leading hair colourists, renowned for his creative, distinctive and timeless styles. Having coloured the locks of Lizzy Jagger, the Sugababes and countless others, Marc not only knows how to create unique and individual styles, but with over 10 years experience in the hairdressing industry, he also knows how to create colours to suit you, your wardrobe and your lifestyle as well.

As the new Naturtint Colour Consultant, Marc has lots of fantastic tips and advice on how to create unique hair colouring styles yourself or with the help of a friend, plus he gives us a sneaky peak at what shades are set to be the ‘must-have’ hair colours of next season!

Browse through the video clips below for ideas and inspiration from Marc Ramos, Naturtint’s Colour Consultant... To move back and forth within the video clips, please allow the entire video to download first.

First time user of a home hair dye? Not sure how to carry out a skin test? Simply haven’t got a clue where to start?! Then click on the video clips below for step-by-step demonstrations on how to carry out the following;

• a skin test
• conduct a strand test
• prepare the colour
• apply the colour

To move back and forth within the video clips, please allow the entire video to download first.

If you are having problems viewing the video clips, please email sales@naturesdream.co.uk and we can provide written, step-by-step instructions. You can also read about how to conduct a skin and strand test by clicking on the following link; Sensitivity & Strand Tests

For Spring/Summer 2010, Marc recommends…

BLONDE BOMBSHELL
“From working on the Mulberry show in New York, I predict that blonde will be big this season, especially feminine, dusty shades. Colours will be matte with peach and apricot tones lifting and complementing glowing cheeks for an effortlessly cool feel. For an updated look, opt for a more disheveled style and deliberately show your roots.

SUPER SLEEK
“As seen on Jaeger’s London show there will be more polished looks with clean lines, high shine and a hard finish this season. Clean, freshly coloured hair with a high gloss finish creates healthy looking sleek locks. Select a darker colour as they tend to have a glossier look as the light reflects better off darker shades. If you add a multi tonal finish to the hair (by mixing in an extra tone) it will also reflect light to achieve the desired effect.”

BRAIDED BUNCH:
“Sophisticated braids and disheveled plaits are making a major comeback.  Wear them loose, tightly wrapped or add accessories such as threaded ribbons for a chic yet casual feel. To achieve effortless looking plaits with ease make sure your hair is not freshly washed – “dirtier” hair is easier to work with when creating braids and waves.

For that effortless effect, avoid starting from the roots when you begin the plait and work more than one colour into your hair, such as a Golden and a Copper tone from the Naturtint range for added interest.”
 

Marc’s Top Tips for colouring your hair at home;

1. Always, always be responsible and carry out a skin sensitivity and strand test before applying any colour.
2. If you have roots, apply colour directly onto these roots and leave for the correct development time. Then simply take the colour through to the mid-lengths and ends for five to ten minutes to refresh your colour.
3. Always remember that when you are colouring a high percentage of grey hair, add a natural base colour.
4. Take your skin tone, eye colour, lifestyle and wardrobe into consideration when choosing a new shade to help avoid a colour disaster!
5. Apply a thin layer of oil-based cream around the hairline to avoid staining the skin, taking care to avoid the actual hair, as this can prevent the colour from taking.

Marc’s Natural Naturtint Ladies…

Mahogony Blonde
“To create Marie-Clare’s gorgeous copper colour, I used two Naturtint shades - Terracotta Blonde (7C) and Mahogany Blonde (7M). I simply placed half of the Terracotta Blonde Colourant bottle into a mixing bowl, added in half of the Mahogany Blonde Colourant bottle, and then a full bottle of the Colour Developer. Using a brush, I made sure I mixed all three parts thoroughly and applied it all-over Marie-Clare’s hair working my way from the roots outwards.”


Golden Chestnut
“Julie’s colour was simple and straightforward to create - I used Naturtint in Golden Chestnut (4G) all over from root to tip to cover her greys; left it to develop for the appropriate time and then simply washed it out. Julie’s hair has a delicious chocolate brown shade to it, which I think looks fab!”



Golden Blonde
“With Merren, I wanted to give her a really stunning golden blonde colour, which I created using two Naturtint colours - Light Dawn Blonde (10N) and Sandy Golden Blonde (8G). I used a full bottle of the Light Dawn Blonde Colourant and mixed it with half of the Sandy Golden Blonde Colourant, along with the Colour Developer, into a bowl. This gave Merren a really natural golden blonde look.”