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The Allure of Beige Blonde: How to Achieve the Look — With or Without Hair Extensions by Diane Shawe

The Allure of Beige Blonde: How to Achieve the Look — With or Without Hair Extensions

Are your clients craving that timeless, soft “beige blonde” look? Whether they’re looking to enhance their natural hair or elevate their style with seamlessly blended hair extensions, beige blonde is one of the most requested and versatile shades in modern salons.

Are your clients craving that timeless, soft “beige blonde” look? Whether they're looking to enhance their natural hair or elevate their style with seamlessly blended hair extensions, beige blonde is one of the most requested and versatile shades in modern salons.

At its core, beige blonde is a beautiful blend of highlights and lowlights paired with carefully selected toners — and it can be achieved on both natural hair and high-quality hair extensions. This adaptable hue works wonders for clients wanting a refined, dimensional blonde that flatters a variety of skin tones.


IWhat Is Beige Blonde?

Beige blonde sits right between warm and cool, offering a creamy, soft finish that’s sophisticated without being too icy. Think of it like a cup of coffee with just the right amount of cream — subtle, balanced, and luxe.

It’s a cool-toned, ashier blonde (but not quite silver), and it’s especially popular when paired with ash blonde extensions to add fullness and length while achieving uniform color.

When clients desire this specific tone, using the right toner is critical — especially if you’re blending their natural hair with Remy human hair extensions, as both must be harmonized in tone and texture for a flawless finish.


Who Does Beige Blonde Suit?

The beauty of this shade lies in its flexibility:

  • Fair Skin Tones: Light beige blonde with a touch of gold highlight enhances warmth.
  • Cool Skin Tones: A champagne beige with ash undertones creates contrast.
  • Warm Skin Tones: A “bronde” (light brown + blonde) look can be customised using warmer extensions for dimension.

With bespoke hair extensions, stylists can add tailored color panels, highlights, or babylights without chemically treating the client’s entire head — preserving hair health while achieving the desired aesthetic.


Achieving the Perfect Beige Blonde (With Hair Extensions Too!)

Here’s how to bring that beige blonde dream to life for your client — whether on their natural locks, a full weave, or blended with extensions:

1. Start with a Consultation

Every transformation starts with a thorough consultation — especially when blending hair extensions with colour-treated hair. Evaluate their current colour, hair condition, and goals. If your client has darker or previously dyed hair, they may need a lightening plan over several sessions.

When extensions are involved, you’ll also need to match the tone, texture, and length, ensuring a seamless result. Book your in-depth consultation at www.needahairmakeover.com.

2. Choose the Right Lightener

Even if your client is naturally blonde, lightening may be needed to reach that soft beige tone. This is equally true when prepping hair extensions for custom colouring.

Pre-lightened or virgin Remy extensions can be toned along with natural hair to maintain consistency and blend perfectly.

3. Select a Custom Beige Blonde Shade

After lightening, use professional color to achieve the exact beige hue. From ash blonde to dark beige, mix shades for a multi-dimensional look. Extensions allow you to play with color placement more creatively — for example, adding lighter tones at the ends for a subtle ombré.

4. Add Lowlights & Highlights for Dimension

Want to add more depth or a rooted look? Integrate lowlights or create contrast with babylights — on both natural hair and extensions. Demi-permanent tones like taupe can enrich the beige effect without overwhelming it.

5. Tone With Precision

Once lightened, always tone the hair (and extensions if pre-colored). A pale beige or cool ash toner helps neutralize brassiness. Repeat toning or apply purple/blue shampoo if needed.

6. Grey Hair? No Problem

Grey hair offers an incredible base for beige blonde. If the client wears a hair topper or crown piece, ensure it’s toned to blend with their natural greys. A touch of ash can create a modern, creamy silver-blonde hybrid — chic and flattering.


Maintenance Tips for Long-Lasting Beige Blonde

Whether your client walks away with colored hair, a topper, or a full set of extensions, the right aftercare will keep that beige blonde looking fresh:

  • Use Purple or Blue Shampoo weekly to keep brassiness at bay.
  • Color-Depositing Deep Conditioners can keep tones even and moisturised.
  • Hair Extension-Safe Products are a must — avoiding sulphates and heavy oils that can break down bonds or wefts.
  • Encourage clients to book a follow-up at http://www.needahairmakeover.com for toning touch-ups and extension care.

Why Add Hair Extensions to a Beige Blonde Transformation?

Hair extensions aren’t just about length — they’re about confidence, versatility, and achieving a full, flawless colour. Some of the benefits include:

  • Instant Volume to make beige blonde pop.
  • Colour Without Damage by using pre-toned extensions instead of over-processing natural hair.
  • Style Flexibility for events like weddings, proms, or photoshoots.

Need a Hair Makeover® offers a full range of colour-matched extensions, hair growth treatments, training, and even franchise opportunities for stylists looking to grow their salon business.


Let’s Create the Blonde of Your Dreams

Whether your client is dreaming of a bright beige blonde, a subtle balayage, or blending in high-quality extensions for fuller, healthier-looking hair — you’ve got the tools and expertise to make it happen.

✨ Book a consultation today at www.needahairmakeover.com

From all hair types, genders, and ages — we’re here to help you shine, sparkle, and feel brand new.


Custom Elegance: 6 Reasons Why a Handmade Lace Wig Is Worth the Investment by Diane Shawe

Have you heard of Lace Wigs? Have you seen the amazing effects they have and how natural they look once fitted?

Here are 6 reasons you could benefit from a custom design!


1. Tailored Fit: Enjoy a perfect, customised fit that complements your unique head shape and personal style.

2. Natural Look and Feel: Handmade lace wigs mimic the natural movement and appearance of real hair, providing a seamless and realistic look.

3. Quality Craftsmanship: Experience superior craftsmanship with attention to detail, ensuring durability and longevity for your investment.

4. Comfortable Wear: Designed with precision and care, handmade lace wigs offer comfort, allowing you to wear them for extended periods without discomfort.

5. Versatility in Styling: Style your handmade lace wig just like real hair – from curls to straight styles – offering endless possibilities for expressing your individuality.

6. Exclusive Design: Stand out with a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your personality, as handmade lace wigs are crafted with a focus on individuality and uniqueness.


If you need a quick #hairmakeover, then request a lace wigs consultation with Needahairmakeover.

If you have a hair line problem, over 60% hairloss or you just want to cover your own hair. These wigs move so naturally, they beat clip ins, weaves and even those glue in strips that pulls out your hair.

Great for weddings, parties, special occasions or that quick date.

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Checkout our franchise discovery days

Very easy to apply after they are made. You can have them anchored for up to 10 weeks, or held in securely by small combs or clips easy to take off.

Just visit our online booking and select Wig consultation. http://www.needahairmakeover.com

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A Dudley Top Hair Extensions Salon Reaches Finalists for the Inaugural Great British Hair & Beauty Awards 2021

Worthy contenders of the UK get shortlisted in the first ever Great British Hair & Beauty Awards 2021 after the Lockdown

HARD WORK REALLY PAYS OFF STATES DIANE SHAWE

Following the success of The Hair & Beauty Awards in Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales, Creative Oceanic are proud to present The Great British Hair & Beauty Awards.

The Great British Hair and Beauty Awards 2021 are an exclusive celebration of the hair and beauty gurus that operate in this country. Following the overwhelming response from the public and the phenomenal number of nominations received, the full list with finalists from the South of the UK has now been revealed.

The glamorous ceremony will take place in November 2021 and will celebrate professionals known for their perfection that have gone above and beyond in the salon and made a real difference in the industry with their excellent services.

Diane Shawe owner of Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hairloss Specialist Salon states “To be named as a finalist highlights how hardwork and commitment can pay off. With hundreds of capable candidates for each category and a panel of judges looking at the finer details, just to make the shortlist is an outstanding achievement. What also makes it more important is the fact that we have also had to deal with a pandemic and closure.”

The elegant event seeks to acknowledge and honour the talented individuals, teams and salons, whose sole aim is to provide their customers with innovative services and treatments that really work, improving their appearance and confidence.

Top beauticians, hair extensions consultants, hairstylists, freelancers and barbers amongst others will gather together to celebrate their achievements and their efforts that put in daily to leave their customers with the best of impressions. The black-tie ceremony promises to be one of the most memorable celebrations in the industry’s calendar this year, with many accolades ready to be presented to the deserving winners.

A spokesperson for The Great British Hair and Beauty Awards, said:  “We would like to thank the public for their participation in our nomination process.

The Hair and Beauty Awards have become a stable event over the years and aim to showcase those who have shown great commitment, professionalism, creativity and care for the client. Therefore we are so excited to host the inaugural Great British Hair & Beauty Awards 2021.

Diane goes on further to state that “No matter who you are, your background, culture, age or gender, when you have problems with your hair, you want a non invasive quick solution to the problem which can help with ones own self esteem when you feel at your most vunerable. Even those who just simple want a makeover for a wedding, special occasion, work or for personal reasons can be helped”

The Hair and Beauty Awards state that “We hope to provide a platform to thank and appreciate the work of the professionals who have pushed the boundaries in a difficult time and had the continuous support of their customers.

“We wish all the finalists the best of luck.”

The finalists of The 1st ever Great British Hair and Beauty Awards 2021 – Volume 1 in Hair Extensions Category are:

West Midlands

Mane Goddess (Nuneaton)

Hair Fusion Extensions (Oldbury)

Too Perfect Hair Extensions (Walsall)

Hairs and Graces Extensions (Birmingham)

Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extension (Dudley)

Alexander James Hair and Beauty (Halesowen)

Colabella Unisex Hair Salon.. (Bilston)

Source https://creativeoceanicblog.wordpress.com/2021/09/29/finalists-of-the-inaugural-great-british-hair-beauty-awards-2022-south-are-announced/

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Diane Shawe Celebrity Hair Extensions Specialist Wins Two Prestigious Salon Awards in The West Midlands

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Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hair loss Specialist Salon received the ‘Best Salon for Hair Extensions’ and ‘Creative Image of the Year’ 2020′ at the Salon Awards.

Diane Shawe Signature & Celebrity Hair Extension Specialist and owner of Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hair loss Specialist Salons was launched 4 years ago to help people with Hair Challenges by disguising thin hair, damaged hair, hereditary problems or bald patches caused by chemicals, alopecia illness or medical treatment.

looking for a viable business opportunity

Diane has trained over 4000 students worldwide through her Hair Extensions Training Academy since 2005 and is also the author of ‘Getting Started in the Hair Extensions Business’ and ‘How hair Extensions are Sourced, treated and Graded’ Her goal was always to launch a franchise business model and made the first stages of this by and selling her first Franchise just before the Covid 19 lockdown in March 2020 and has been patiently waiting to get things back on track. 

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Diane’s initial excitement in selling her first franchise turned out to be a long drawn out waiting game but she still held out hope that both her and the franchisee would come out the other end unscathed, safe and still excited

Diane  said: “We really do consider ourselves to be not only the best Hair Extensions and Hair loss Salon in the West Midlands but one of the best business opportunity for anyone wanting to open a specialist salon with impressive returns!

She goes on further to say “Just being a finalist would have been a massive achievement, but to win two awards was amazing considering the year we have had!” about the awards she goes on further to say that “Usually, we would be invited to an awards ceremony for the announcement od the winners, but it was 2020 style – Champagne, pyjamas and Zoom!” 

Diane said “No matter who you are, your background, culture, age or gender, when you have problems with your hair, you want a non invasive quick solution to the problem, even those who just simple want a makeover for a wedding, special occasion, work or for personal reasons”

Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extension & Hair loss Specialist Salon became finalist in three categories 

a) Best Customer Experience 
b) Best Salon West Midlands and 
c)  Best Hair Extensions Salon 
and Winners in two categories’ 
a) Best Hair extension Salon and 
b) Creative Image of the Year by Diane Shawe 

They had to  submit an essay, pictures, and  videos, highlighting how their business was different to others in the county, to a panel of four judges.

“We are so proud to receive this award after months of uncertainty. Hopefully it will be one of many!”

Diane Shawe Signature & Celebrity Hair Extension Specialist and owner of Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hair loss Specialist Salons was launched 4 years ago to help people with Hair Challenges by disguising thin hair, damaged hair, hereditary problems or bald patches caused by chemicals, alopecia illness or medical treatment.

About Need a Hair Makeover (NAHM Specialist Salon Franchise ltd) Would you like to own your own Hair Extensions & Hair loss Business?

Specialist Salon Franchise Opportunity

Then you’ll find a massive opportunity here at Need A Hair Makeover & Hair loss Franchise!

Were we will train you, Establish your Outlet, Promote you and Support your Business Enterprise under our Brand. For many people around the world, hair loss, caused by illness, medication or stress, thin or short hair that wont grow, heat or chemically damaged hair is a major problem.

The salons specialise in disguising hair challenges with a variety of non invasive hair makeover solutions for temporary, semi permanent or long term comfort.
Diane said “No matter who you are, your background, culture, age or gender, when you have problems with your hair, you want a non invasive quick solution to the problem, even those who just simple want a makeover for a wedding, special occasion, work or for personal reasons”

http://www.needahairmakeoverfranchise.co.uk

The main aims of Need a Hair Makeover & Hair loss Specialist Franchise Salons are to deliver the highest quality, the most innovative hair extensions techniques, hair loss treatments and disguises, hair care products and services to the maximum amount of people around the globe in a convenient, consistent, affordable, and enjoyable manner in our stylish salons.

The growing demand for applying bespoke high end human hair extensions and ultra high quality heat resistant synthetic hair and wigs across European Regions have created new opportunities for a new kind of specialist salons.

If your interested in investing in your own specialist salon in your region or booking a service visit our website https://www.needahairmakeoverfranchise.co.uk.

Contact: Diane Shawe
NAHM Specialist Salon Franchise Ltd
160 City Road
London
EC1V 2NX
Tel 0208 133 8212
email:contact@needahairmakeoverfranchise.co.uk

Top Dudley Salon named as finalists for the Prestigious Salon Awards West Midlands 2019 in 3 Categories

Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions and Hairloss Specialist Salon in Dudley, West Midlands has been named as one of the Midlands top salons after being announced as a finalist in three categories for the Salon Awards 2019.

https://www.salonawards.co.uk/west-midlands/finalists-2019/

The salon which is renowned locally, now awaits the awards ceremony in September, to see if they have been crowned the overall category winner.

Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions and Hairloss Specialist Salon impressed the judge’s thanks to its commitment to meeting customer needs, making their mark as a new business locally, providing an exceptional range of hair extensions techniques to new clients and for their exception salon design and interiors.

Commenting on the result, Jill from the Good Salon Guide said; “To be named as a finalist in not just one but three categories highlights how exceptional this salon is. With hundreds of entries for each category and a panel of judges that excel at looking for the finer details, just to make the shortlist is an outstanding achievement. We wish them all the very best of luck for the awards night, which promises to be a spectacular evening for all.”

The Salon Awards celebrate and acknowledge the success of the most creative, dynamic and innovative hair salons, hairdressers and barbers across the country through county awards events.

As a hair industry professional, these businesses are part one of the most exciting business sectors, and this is an opportunity to be recognised professionally for the great work that they do in there home county.

Commenting on the announcement, Diane Shawe owner of Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions and Hairloss Specialist Salon, said, “We’re delighted to have been named as a finalist in three categories for the Salon Awards West Midlands. It reflects the tremendous hard work everyone at the salon has put in over the past 30 months, and we’re indebted to them and our fabulous clients for making this such a fantastic year. We’re so excited and cannot wait until the awards ceremony in September!”

To find out more about their services and products visit:

http://www.needahairmakeover.co

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