| Hue-O-Scope |
| Karen Marie Shelton |
| Date: 4/25/2002 |
Introduction
 I had so much fun with my
Suds-o-Scope article that I was willing to try my hand on other hair
related astro articles. I originally thought that trying to
select various shampoo brands by Sun signs was quite a challenge.
I
quickly learned that picking shampoos for sun signs was not nearly
as challenging as writing about hair colors. I really
pulled my Matrix SoCol blonde hairs out on this article.
One of the biggest
challenges I faced was the fact that there are so many different
kinds of hair color from the traditional permanent to the
"change in a minute" spray-on colors and color
shampoos.
 There is also the question of professional lines (Goldwell,
Wella,
ARTec, Aveda, Framesi, Matrix,
Paul Mitchell, Clairol Professional) and non-professional lines from
L'Oreal,
Clairol (who straddles
both communities) and Breck. Lets not forget the hot and edgy
colors from Tish & Snooky, the pioneers
of punk hair color at Manic
Panic. There are the punky colors that followed after
Manic Panic including N' Rage, Clariol,
and Jerome
Russell's Punky. Finally there are the hues. Even
though there are the basic colors of blonde, brunette and redhead,
there are also the hot pinks, electric bananas and purple hazy
shades.
Whether you color your
hair or not and whether you go to the salon, do it at home or only
color for special events, please keep in this mind that this is an
article written for fun and entertainment.*
In reality, hair
color products should always be selected according to
individual hair types, texture (straight, curly, wavy, combination)
and condition (normal, dry, oily) rather than by birth date. It
is also very wise to consult with a colorist
or do extensive research when possible before submitting your hair
to foreign colors.
After a few weeks of
letting my imagination run wild, I did put together some whimsical
hair color recommendations based on general sun sign
characteristics.
Please be warned that you
should also factor in your own hair care requirements before
throwing out your old faithful color routines and fav products in
order to hue by the stars.
Aries
- March
21st to April
20th
 You’re
always game for wild adventures in hair color, yet another aspect of
your passion for fearless life experiences.
Yes, you crave individuality but you also demand ease and
convenience for your blow and go lifestyle.
Since you bore almost as quickly as you ignite, opt for
temporary or demi colors that quickly fade into hazy memories. Crank
up your sexy yet bratty shock appeal
with Jerome Russel’s fun and funky Punky
Colors in Congo Red, Flamingo Pink or Purple Python.
Garner new attention with a more subtle punch from Clairol
Natural Instinct’s Rio Red Ginger, Toasted Almond or Tahitian
Honey.
Taurus
- April 21st to May 20th
 Earthly,
sensual and hedonistic you consider Kool-aide a food group rather
than a messy, stress altering coloring device. Most Venus ruled
Bulls aren’t easily tempted by hot hue fads that threaten to alter
your luscious natural color and healthy tresses.
Conservative as well as practical, you tend to be attracted
to herbal hue solutions that provide gentle and wholesome shades.
Natural color formulas like Avigal Henna in shades of cognac,
hedonistic champagne or sinful burgundy might crack your resistance.
In a moment of weakness you might be seduced by yummy colors
with names like French Vanilla or Cookies In Cream.
Gemini
- May
21st
to June
21st
 Your
ever roving mind craves an exciting mix of colors that will keep you
and your millions of friends happily entertained.
Fun loving Manic
Panic (MP) semi-perm hair colors were designed for your burning
need to curb your hair hue curiosity. Tickle your imagination with
multi-layered shades of black light glowing MP shades of Pretty
Flamingo and Bad Boy Blue. Blah
shades of blonde or boring brunette are a big yawn for many
adventure seeking Twins. Go
classic and if you
dare, more permanent with Clairol's
Hydrience in sensual colors like Mocha Splash, Amber Sunrise or
spectacular Absolute Blonde.
Cancer
- June
22nd
to July
22nd
 Your
life ebbs and flows by the changing moon.
Crabs may heed the siren’s hue change calls during memories
of carefree childhood days. Always
storing trinkets for a rainy day, you may have already socked away a
queen’s ransom of hair color products in your bathroom vanity.
When the mood strikes, weave a web of sensual shades with
your hidden stash. Start
slowly with rich non-lifting temporary shades like Clairol's
Natural
Instinct’s Sunlight Sand or Nutmeg.
Satisfy your need for permanence with salon crafted Matrix
Socolor highlights. Splurge
on Mine’s
color shampoos to keep your new hues rich and sparkling.
Leo
- July 23rd
to August
22nd
 A
modern version of the goddess Aphrodite, you magically know how to
weave a tapestry of beautiful hair hues to showcase your magnificent
mane. L’Oreal’s famous advertising tag line “because you’re
worth it” was probably invented with you in mind since you deserve
only the best in life and you know it.
Transform yourself into a sophisticated blonde with Feria’s
permanent head-turning shades of Pure Diamond or Champagne
Cocktail shades that will quench your thirst to be pampered. Feria’s
Chocolate Cherry or Copper Shimmer will add instant transform
your luscious lioness locks into a smoldering brunette or fiery red
brilliance.
Virgo
- August
23rd
to September
22th
 Discretion,
dignity and purity are key when it comes to any consideration of new
hues for your wholesome locks and ageless beauty.
Consider embracing Special Effect’s Virgin Rose or Cherry
Bomb to let your inner kinky side out. Give Mother Nature a big nudge with Herbatint’s
Semi-Permanent Hair Color in shades of Swedish Blonde, Copper
Chestnut or Henna Red. For
an more natural colors, try the temporary ammonia
free Herbavita Vegetal colors. Stay true to a chemical free existence and whip up your own
batch of chamomile, red zinger or Earl Grey homebrewed color
teas for minimal impact.
Libra
- December 23rd to December 22nd
 You
are the beautiful people of the Zodiac known to ooze charm and
personal magnetism. Balance and harmony are important pre-requisites
for everything that you do from the fashions you wear to the color
or your make-up and hair. Enhance
your natural beauty and love for the finer things in life with
Clairol’s award-winning, top-of-the line, Ultress with special
color maximizers. Select
from several vibrant permanent shades including Copper Penny,
Champagne Blonde or Milk Chocolate Brown.
For high class color pampering head to your favorite colorist
for professional color options followed by deep conditioning
treatments to leave your hair feeling soft as silk.
Scorpio - October 23rd to November 22nd
 Eternally
intriguing, you instinctively understand the mysteries of passion
and how to attract the rapt attention of the opposite sex. You either fascinate or frighten with your powerful magnetism
and raw sexuality. Playing
off your innate darkness you may gravitate towards shocking or
unsettling strand colors like Punky’s
post-bleach Color Gels in Jet Black or Blood Red. Sinister or sci-fi
shades like Manic
Panic’s Atomic Turquoise or Ultra Violet would empower your
strands and allow you to reinvent yourself on the fly.
Opt for extra conditioning L'Oreal's
Preference shades for a more seductive sensual look with diminished
shock value.
Sagittarius
- November 23rd to December 21st
 Ongoing
personal liberation and expansion are key to your overall philosophy
of life. Your always-inquisitive mind loves a good adventure
including outrageous experiments in the world of hair color.
Never pompous, you are comfortable with experimenting, having
fun and letting nature its course.
Rich, playful and uplifting hues like Fudge’s Blueberry
Hill, Orange Crush or Lime Spyder or Manic Panic’s Electric Lizard
might be just right to crank up your level of excitement. Let your
Renaissance side dominate by selecting La
Riche shades of Poppy Red or Violet.
Go with Clairol Natural Instincts for temporary shades
without long term commitment.
Capricorn
- December 22nd to January 20th
 Although
you are willing to reach beyond the rainbow in many areas of your
life, when it comes to hair color you tend to value the traditional
and classic shades and colors.
You are naturally sophisticated and do everything with class
and style. While some
Capricorns might be willing to mix and stir their own hues, many of
you will find the master colorist of your dreams and form a lifelong
bond that nets you gorgeous shades that evolve with your age.
One thing is certain, whether you select Clairol, L’Oreal
or a professional color line, you will gravitate towards
exclusivity and quality.
Aquarius
- January 21st to February 19th
 Although
you often appear to have a need for control, life does not always
co-operate. Hidden
inside your soul is a big show-off trying to get out. You are very comfortable rotating your hair color hues and
are drawn to shades that are designed to shock and thrill.
While you love to have fun with your locks, you also love to
look sensational. Play
with Jerome Russel’s Punky colors in wild shades of Purple Python,
Flamingo Pink or intense Blue Nile.
For a total change go with a total bleached blonde look with
a rainbow of colored tips.
Pisces -
February 20th to March 20th
 Full
of magic and mystery you vibrate with a silvery glow and posses a
whimsical heart. A
gentle soul, you wear rose colored glasses and shun unpleasantness
whenever possible. Select
a soft gentle shade from Clairol’s Natural Instincts line that
offers beautiful color without commitment or potential strand
damage. Consider
enhancing your calm by trying on shades of Redwood with its deep
cherry beauty or the sensual Amethyst with its magical plum hues.
Pay homage to your love of the sea with Blue Hawaii from Fudge
or Punky’s Lagoon Blue. Take a temporary detour with “N
Rage Temporary Color Spray in “N Tense Blue.
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