Meet Ali Halat, owner of Rush Salon in Silverado. Learn how his passion for hair, education, mentorship, and client care helped shape one of South Calgary’s welcoming salon experiences.
Hair Colour Terminology Explained by a Calgary Salon
What is Lived-In Colour and Why Everyone in Calgary is Obsessed with It
If you’ve been searching for the perfect low-maintenance hair colour that grows out beautifully, looks effortlessly chic, and won’t leave you running back to the salon every six weeks, lived-in colour is the answer. This soft, natural-looking colouring technique has taken over social media and salons.
But why is Calgary particularly obsessed with lived-in colour? Our climate plays a big role! The dry air, cold winters, and fluctuating temperatures can wreak havoc on hair, making high-maintenance colour treatments difficult to maintain. Lived-in colour offers the best of both worlds: a polished, dimensional look with far less upkeep.
13 Stunning Balayage Ideas For 2025
If you’ve followed our blog before, you know that we are all about turning your hair into the best balayage style it can be. Many people wonder if balayage is right for them, with different hair lengths, colours, and styles, and we are happy to say that yes, almost anyone can get it done!
However, depending on your natural hue, your desired length, your desired outcome, and sometimes just how adventurous you are, there are plenty of ways you can turn your strands into a smash hit. Read on for 13 different ways you can get a balayage to complement your perfect style!

