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Happy Valentine’s Day from EBK Beauty Salon We Know You’ll Love Us

It’s Valentine’s Day and that means it’s the day of love. A day to feel loved, show love, and draw it into your life. As they often say, it starts with love for yourself. Here at EBK Beauty we’re ready to put that mantra for your life into action. Nothing can rejuvenate, add confidence, and empower like a makeover, a new hair style, full eyelash extensions, and nicely shaped brows. It just so happens that all of those services are on special today due to our 2^nd Annual Sew Natural Extravaganza.

For the second year, we are bringing you some of the most popular of our services at deep discounted pricing. This allows you to pamper yourself and try new services. Not just a few services, but multiple ones, because at this price – all of it is affordable!

Have no fear, once our event is over, our services are still affordable. Our salon is proud to be a community centered salon in that we offer competitive pricing on high quality services and products. Our founder and owner, Kobe Ellis, positioned her business to be one that will always keep the customer as the focus with exceptional customer service, affordable pricing on quality services, with stylists specializing in trending and current beauty treatments and services.

Looking for the newest style? Looking for the latest trend in eyelash extensions? Want your brows to look like you’re ready for a high fashion photo shoot? Need to get the result another salon didn’t deliver on? EBK Beauty is the answer.

Today is Valentine’s Day, a great day to come by and discover a new salon and new services to love! Appointments are encouraged but we love walk-ins! Come try us for our prices, stay for our high quality services – we know you’ll love us! Happy Valentine’s Day!

We’re Sharing Our Love with Deep Discounted Services for Valentine’s Day

At EBK Beauty we love our clients and want to celebrate them with a fabulous event built around saving money and creating an opportunity for trying new services. Meanwhile, we want you to have a great reason to try us if you haven’t. This Friday and Saturday we are celebrating Valentine’s Day weekend by offering our 2^nd Annual Sew Natural Extravaganza. We already have the most competitive pricing for quality services, but we’re going to be offering deep discounts as we celebrate and get you looking great while leaving some savings in your wallet!

Demand for this event is always strong so we encourage appointments. The Extravaganza event will be held at our EBK Beauty North location at 8110 Lem Turner Road #4. You can make your appointment by calling 904-568-5242.

This year’s hot hair styles can all be achieved by “weaving” some magic and making your hair look fuller, thicker, longer, the right texture for the style you want, or allow you to try out a look before you commit permanently. By taking advantage of this spectacular event you can afford to try the most complicated style or try a boost to your current style.

Sewins aren't the only service you can save on - we've got all of our brow and lash services discounted as well. All of our most popular services are at special discounted pricing making this the perfect time to try out a service you've been considering. It's a great time to try them all and walk out of the salon an empowered version of yourself!

Because Valentine’s involves a special date, a romantic evening, a girl’s night out, or simply showing some love to yourself by getting some much deserved pampering, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of this special event. Just take a look at the special pricing EBK owner, Kobe Ellis, is offering on the display flyer (click it for an enlarged version).

This is a one-time per year event – save, save, save!!! Remember to make your appointment ASAP: 904-568-5242!

Hair Extensions will Get You the Hot Hair Styles of the Year

The new hot hairstyles for 2015 could be yours no matter the texture or length of your hair thanks to the availability of hair extensions. You don’t have to wait until your hair grows out, you don’t have to worry about your natural hair being enough to pull of the look without fail, and you won’t have to spend a lot of time taking care of the style because all of them are easy to care for.

The highest paid comedic actress on TV wears one of the popular styles for the year, Sofia Vergara. The look involves super long hair that is cut with soft layers around the face to give it a sexy, romantic, movement laden style that is free from harsh angles. The style is easy since it is less about looking perfect with every hair in place, than looking easy going, fresh, and natural. This entire look can be yours no matter the length of your hair with the right hair extensions and the right cut. It is important to take care of your extensions with regular conditionings and using heat protecting product when applying heat of any kind. Your stylist will be able to instruct you on the proper care of your extensions when you have them put in.

The hot wavy bob, or wob, may not be the style that you think requires extensions, but a few well-placed pieces could be the boost needed to help you pull off the look like celebs on the red carpet. Another great use of extensions is using them to put extra hair in the front including using them for wispy, fringy bangs. Rather than committing permanently to bangs and losing volume around the face, get extensions and add thickness to the front of the hair along with bangs. The bangs need to be right at the brow and are fringy, and again, soft and free from angles or harsh edges.

Amal Clooney is wearing another style that is perfect for those wanting to experiment with extensions. Long, wavy curls, resting at breast level in a full, thick style will get you the right look. Few of us have such full and thick hair texture to pull this look off, but with the help of extensions the look can be yours. This style along with the others is an easy care option. Extensions of the right texture for this style and look will hold the curls even in humid weather and will get you from work to a night out with just a warmup to the curls with a large barreled curling iron.

All of these styles are hot and popular for this year and to make them uniquely yours, make an appointment at EBK Beauty, Jacksonville’s hair extensions and weave experts.

The Myths of Hair Extensions and Weaves Busted

Beautiful hair used to be only a reality for those blessed with the right genes, the right hair products, a great cut, and a terrific hair stylist. One thing’s for sure, the right genes are the main factor to either having great hair or not. No matter how one person may dream of long flowing locks their hair may never grow past a certain length. Those wishing for straight locks will no doubt be blessed with curly hair that freaks at the first bit of humidity. While those with straight or fine hair are dreaming of thick curly hair and their dreams were left unfulfilled decades ago.

Now, no matter what style, color, texture, or length someone wants it can be a dream come true by the help of hair extensions. It is possible to look great during the awkward grow out stages of a bad cut. A beautiful braided up-do can be had by any bride that wants it. A woman can take years off of her physical age by adding in more thickness by the aid of extensions. Hair extensions could be considered one of the biggest beauty assets to help women transform their looks and confidence.

There are many myths that can keep people away from experiencing the benefits of wearing hair extensions. One of the most common is that of the fear in permanently damaging hair by getting a weave. Unfortunately, there are extensionists and stylists that are poorly skilled in doing weaves. Therefore, it is important to make sure the person putting in the weave, no matter the application, knows what they are doing and has the skill, knowledge, and experience to do it right. Correct application and personal care are key to making extensions last longer and not damage your hair.

Having a consultation with the beauty stylist before getting your weave could help put your mind at ease. Ask for referrals and ask to see a portfolio of real photos from the salon. Some salons routinely publish pictures of clients on their social media sites where you can view the results of actual customers and that could be helpful in making an informed decision on the right salon for your weave.

Another myth is that weaves are expensive. It is true that there are salons that will charge an outrageous amount for their work. It isn’t an easy or short process and requires a specific set of skills, but there are affordable salons. Find a salon that specializes in weaves and you will likely find a discount over those that don’t do many weaves per day. You are more likely to find better skilled extensionists and stylists by finding a salon that does many weaves per day.

EBK Beauty is a weave specialty salon in Jacksonville with affordable pricing. We sell high quality hair along with the services you need to get the best look possible. We also can color extensions to better match your hair color. Call today and make an appointment or stop by for a consultation. By all means, check our weekly specials for weaves and take advantage of the opportunity to try us and be EBK beautiful you.

Tips for Getting What You Want From Your Hairstylist

For many, going to the salon for a new cut, color, or style can be as nerve wrecking as seeing a dentist. Especially if you have had a bad experience such as waiting months for a terrible cut to grow out. We at EBK Beauty take pride in spending time with our clients during their visit to assure the stylist knows exactly what the client wants and we are happy to take clients in for evaluations and consultations.

There are ways to make sure you and your stylist are on the same page and that is by following a few tips.

Feel free to bring in pictures of what you have in mind. Your stylist isn’t a mind reader and as good as you are in describing a particular color, style, look, length, or updo, communication can fail when it comes to describing what you desire. Therefore, bringing in one or two photos to help your stylist understand what you are looking for will be helpful.

Be prepared though, because as much as you may love the look on your favorite celebrity it may not translate well onto your frame, face shape, skin tone, or do well with your hair texture. It is the job of your stylist to tell you that what you want may not really give you the satisfaction you desire. They will however, be able to help determine what your favorite aspects of a style, cut, or color are and blend those into a unique option for you. For instance, if a style requires a specific hair texture that is different from yours, perhaps a sew-in weave of the needed hair texture will have you walking out of the salon looking just as you wished.

Consider a consultation, which EBK Beauty is always happy to schedule for you, because it will allow you and your stylist time to discuss options and choices. Then rather than making the change immediately, you can think about it and make sure your choice is the right one. Consultations are also a good time to allow your stylist to determine if you need a deep conditioning treatment to get your hair into the perfect shape to take color or handle a style.

Make an appointment for a small service so that you can have an experience with the beauty team before you go in for a major service or change. Schedule a shampoo and conditioning treatment before you decide to get a new color or a new cut. In other words, try a salon for a small service before you go in for a major change. This will allow you to determine if the salon is about offering quality service or getting you in the chair and out of the door in a hurry.

Another suggestion is to check out the social media accounts of your salon of choice. If they are constantly showing off their stylists rather than their accomplishments, you may need to think twice. Choose a salon that is constantly sharing pictures of their client’s services. You can also check comments from those clients on the sharing service such as Instagram or Twitter to determine if the clients were happy and got the service they expected.

We invite you to come to EBK Beauty, at either of our locations, we want to be your Jacksonville Beauty Choice.

 

The Latest Hair Color Trend We’ll be Seeing on the Red Carpet & Magazine Covers

There are many ways to wear your hair for a new look, a new statement, a new you. Nothing can kick up style and image like a hair makeover. Whether it is going for a new short chic look that is all the rage, think Kaley Cuoco, or long full locks like Jennifer Lopez. Either is within reach, no matter your current style, due to advances in sew-in weaves for longer hair and shaping with scissors and razors to get the sexy short cut.

Once the style is chosen, then one needs to make a choice in hair color. Colorists are now so good, even your mother would be hard pressed to guess that it wasn’t your natural color. The latest color agents are also less harsh and damaging. Not to mention that after color conditioning options can have your hair in better shape after coloring than it was before.

Last year’s color trend of ombré is out. It will still show up in the magazines, in advertisements, and likely on a few of our favorite celebrities, but a new fabulous trend is gaining popularity. It is called ecaille, which in French means husk or shell, in essence in the terms of hair color it means tortoiseshell. Ecaille is the term used in the hair color industry for the tortoise shell technique. It will induce golden highlights paired with darker, rich caramel tones which are fantastic for darker hair colors.

In an interview with InStyle Magazine, James Corbett, Color Director for Clariol, said, “Ecaille was a big trend this fall and I see it continuing into spring. It’s warm browns, honeys, and ambers just like a tortoiseshell comb. Blondes are more golden, with a few baby lights worked into these tones to create the sublet dimension. Think Khloe Karadshian, Jessica Alba, and brand new mom Blake Lively. I have a lot of clients asking for this!”  

Corbett suggests that you have your colorist focus on a few bold face framing pieces in the front with softer painted pieces all around.

For those not keen to go darker for the ecaille look, platinum blonde is becoming a hot trend for all skin tones that will likely be hot throughout spring and summer.

Corbett remarked, “There has been a real trend with platinum hair and I don’t think it is going anywhere! Even the guys are trying to get in on this trend, think Adam Levine last year and just recently, Justin Bieber! The key is that it has to be cool and or at least baby blonde like Gwen Stefani to work well. January Jones has been rocking this color as of late as well.”

Red heads aren’t out of the trend as red will be showing up in deeper and richer tones, such as Emma Stone’s current color.

Other hair trends we can expect to see will be romantic soft curls that look finger swept, braids, and simple pulled back ponytails, or easy wound and weaved buns worn low at the neck. Simple and classic are two words that will be connected to almost any current trend in hair style or color for 2015.  EBK Beauty Stylists are ready to help get you into a new trendy style and color for your best beautiful you. Make your appointment today.

Announcing EBK Beauty's 2nd Annual Sew Natural Extravaganza

EBK Beauty is proud to announce that due to the success of last year’s event we are going to bring you the 2^nd Annual Sew Natural Extravaganza!

This is our way of saying thank you to all of our loyal customers, to give those that have not tried us a reason to do so, and to give you an opportunity to try out several of our services at a discounted price! These prices are unbelievable and we hope you will find them too good to pass up!

Because of the strong demand during this event we have specific requirements such as those who prefer an appointment must pre-pay ($10 deposit in some cases) for services. This special event will be held at our EBK Beauty North location at 8110 Lem Turner Road #4. You can make your appointment by calling 904-568-5242. Spots fill up quickly so assure that you get the day and time you need as well as the services you want by calling soon!

The best part of our event is that it coincides with Valentine’s Day. We will be offering our special discounting on both February 13 and February 14 only. We will make sure you look fabulous for that special outing whether it is a date, a rekindling opportunity with your special someone, or a celebration night out with the girls! Don’t forget the premier opening of a particular expected blockbuster movie on Valentine’s which coupled with girlfriends and a day of beauty pampering will make it a fantastic day!

So, gather your girlfriends and come over to our special event before your outing or come in with your special someone for a couple’s beauty treatment extravaganza! As always, you can come in and sit back confident in your EBK Beauty Professional and relax while we give you the best in customer satisfaction and beauty services.

Remember to make your appointment as soon as possible. This is truly a HAVE TO event for your calendar – 904-568-5242!

EBK Beauty Offers You New Ways to Save on Quality Beauty Services

Skills and deals never stop at EBK Beauty and though we’ve been absent from our blog recently, it is only because we’ve been busy enjoying our time with all of our wonderful clients! In this new year we’re excited to share with you some of the opportunities we have for you to get fabulous quality beauty treatments while saving money.

If you are unfamiliar with our salon, then the most important thing you need to know is that we are a community centered small business – we seek to bring you quality service, exceptional beauty treatments, top products, and fair pricing. We keep our budget tight so you don’t have to, but that certainly doesn’t mean that we don’t use the best and do the best for our clients. In fact, we have clients that travel through several states to visit our chairs – even well-known celebrity clients. Try us once and you will see for yourself that we are committed to becoming your favorite beauty salon in Jacksonville and beyond.

So let’s get to the good stuff! If you are an early bird then be one of our first five clients of the day through next week and you will be rewarded with special pricing on our sew-in service $35, bond-in service $25, and lashes and brows are only $15. Bring a friend and treat yourself to an early bird special – remember it ends Sunday, January 18.

We have an on-going special on Mondays. Markdown Mondays can save you $10 off our $50 sew-in. Our Wine and Weave Wednesdays are a fabulous time to sit back and get pampered as we offer wine and light snacks to our customers.

Finally, after you’ve visited our salon, leave us two honest reviews on the platform of your choice, our website, Google, Yahoo, Yelp, any review site, you get to choose – and we’ll give you $5 off your next visit. Just let us know where to find the reviews and the savings is yours!

We suggest an appointment, but we love walk-ins, too!

Here’s to a fabulous and beauty filled 2015 for you!

Investment Into Wigs and Hairpieces Deserves an Investment Into Professional Styling

The importance of wigs, hairpieces, and hair extensions to a person’s image and self-confidence means the pieces should be well cared for and should get the attention their importance deserves.  To safeguard the investment initially made it means that care should be given to make the pieces appear as they did when first purchased.  The right care and attention will also extend the life of the pieces which furthers the extent of the initial investment.

It may be time you made a new investment into a custom styled wig, hair piece or your hair extensions.  If so, then you should consider the assistance of a professional stylist.  They can better fit you and also assist you in learning how to care for your new hair. 

If you already have your hair pieces then you should definitely consider taking them to a stylist for some special TLC.  Through special cleaning and styling the pieces can have new life put into them which will extend how long you can continue to reasonably use them.  A stylist can also often restyle the pieces and in some cases color them to add more vibrancy to the piece.

Jacksonville’s best hair experts when it comes to custom wigs, hair weaves, hair extensions, and custom hair pieces reside at EBK Beauty.  If you have never had a custom piece, or had your investment professionally styled then you should make the investment to do so.  EBK Beauty can give you quality custom fitting, styling and care at affordable pricing.  Make your appointment today and get the personalized attention and quality you deserve.

Don’t Blame Your Weave for All Your Hair Problems

Hair extensions can transform a person’s hairstyle in minutes.  The ability to get clip-ins at beauty stores and extensions from salons that would fool your Mother has made the possibilities of beauty makeovers and changes an easy task.  However, light has cast a bad shadow on the damage that can be done to the hair from overdoing extensions.  Rather than blame the weaves on the damage much of the blame needs to go to the wearer of the extensions.

It can’t be confirmed, for only their hairstylist knows for sure, but many of the long locks wearing celebrities are opting for a short style and some just shave off their hair all together.  It is a way for them to give their hair a rest before they do permanent damage.  Some just stay in denial and do damage to the extent seen in recent photos of Naomi Campbell.  It isn’t the weave’s fault all together.  It is important that the person wearing the weave is doing what is best for their own hair in addition to their overall look.

There are some things that can be done to keep your hair in great shape.  Remember that once you get the hair extensions that you have two vastly different types of hair to take care of and that one is a living extension of your body and the other is not.  A diet that is balanced and supplements such as biotin and multi-vitamins can help in making sure you are getting all your body needs to have healthy hair growth.  Women should also routinely be tested for hypothyroidism which can lead to hair loss as well as other health concerns.

When it comes to the extensions don’t wait too long to have your weave or braids changed out by your stylist.  As your own hair grows out the weight of the extensions pull on your own hair more the further out they are from your scalp.  By keeping to a schedule recommended by your stylist you can do much to keep your own hair from being damaged.  Also, choose weave integration methods that are less damaging to the hair.  Talk with your stylist about what they can offer you and be willing to pay a bit more if the result is less damage to your hair.

Don’t skip out on conditioning your own hair either.  Deep conditioning is important to the scalp and the hair and should never be skipped because your own hair has less of an impact on your style.  Next time make sure you schedule time to pamper your own hair with your stylist before you get your weave.

Full wigs can give your hair and scalp a break as well and to make sure the switch over is successful don’t skip on the cost of the wig.  Nothing can be less appealing than a cheap wig and one that doesn’t receive proper care.  The good news is that most salons that do extensions also do custom wigs and many times the best looking ones are not only affordable but they last longer.  Take advantage of this opportunity and have your stylist fit you for a wig that is similar to your current style and color.  Use it as an opportunity to go shorter and everyone will think you have cut your hair.  Many women use the winter as a time to rest their own hair and scalp since it can be much more comfortable to wear a wig in cold weather.

Another option is to combine clip-ins with a weave to give your hair a break.  Again, this is something that you want to use the skill and advice of your stylist for so that the look is exceptional and you are happy with the results.

No matter what options you use it is important to discuss any hair loss or concerns with your stylist.  Telling them you are open to doing different integration methods for your extensions to get the best results for the health of your own hair is important so that they know it is something you are interested in pursuing. 

Make your EBK Beauty appointment online or by phone.  We take walk-ins as well.  We are the hair extension specialists in Jacksonville so let us give you and your hair the quality service and attention you expect and deserve.

Hair Extensions 101 – Everything You Need to Know to Get Started

Hair extensions have been around for centuries though recently the trend of using hair extensions has been more popular than it was just a decade ago.  Hair extensions can be professionally integrated at a salon or it can be purchased from the Internet, salons or beauty supply stores to be installed at home.  For those considering hair extensions here are some facts that will help you make more informed decisions when choosing your hair extensions.

• When it comes to hair extensions there are two basic categories – artificial hair and natural human hair.  In those categories there are then a wide variety of subcategories to choose from.  High quality human hair can be styled and cared for like your own hair whereas synthetic or artificial hair will melt or become damaged with some styling techniques such as the use of a curling iron.  Human hair is more expensive and lasts longer but synthetic hair can be quite useful and affordable for changing up hairstyles frequently.
• How the extensions are integrated into the person’s hair is the next consideration.  It can be a simple clip-in to longer lasting and semi-permanent installation.  Clip-ins often involve several thin sections placed throughout the hair in strategic points to make them disappear in the hairstyle and appear natural.  More permanent installations allow the wearer to sleep in their extensions and do normal hair maintenance and styling including pulling the hair into up-styles or ponytails.
• The next consideration is the length and type of hair such as wavy, curly or straight.  Choose hair type in the style you will wear it.  Your hair will last longer if you buy it straight rather than buying it wavy or curly and then straightening it during styling.
• Color is then the next step but keep in mind that natural hair can often be died to match your own hair color by a skilled colorist.

Clip-in hair extensions are the least permanent and do not cause damage to the hair as has been reported by other types of installation such as glue extensions.  When choosing more permanent attachment types such as glue or fusion, which attaches extensions with heat, it is important to select a professional to do the work so as to avoid any permanent damage to the hair follicles.  There are other types of installation such as bonding, weaving, tracking and lace fronts.  Again, when using hair replacements or extensions it is important to use a professional for a natural look if you are considering any type of installation beyond clip-ins.

The quality of the hair can vary as well.  The usual terminology to know is:

• Virgin hair means that the hair has never been chemically processed or colored.
• Remy means that the hair is close to having all of the strands organized with the roots in one direction.  It is a term that is used to mean that the hair was of high quality and would be long lasting and virtually tangle free.  However, this term is highly abused by sellers and you should beware of using this term to determine quality.  Purchase from trusted sources when choosing hair that is marketed as Remy.
• Single drawn hair means that the hair was collected and gathered with no more than a 2” difference in hairs.  There can be some shorter than others in the weft or gathering of the hair.
• Double drawn means that the hair was more laboriously gathered and there will be more uniformity between both ends of the extensions with less thinning at the bottom.  Extensions in this category are more expensive than those that are single drawn.

If you have any questions about hair extensions feel free to ask any EBK Beauty Professional.  We not only provide the most popular hair extension installations but we also sell high quality hair as well.  We are Jacksonville’s Premier Salon for Hair Extensions.

Please watch this informative video with Kobe Ellis discussing hair extensions and Brazilian Knots installation.

Summer Hair Styles to give you a Signature Look for Summer 2012

Summer hair styles are always the most fun and creative of all the season’s styles.  Though summer may not officially be here the weather outside definitely says that is has arrived full force.  Get a jump on the season and start experimenting with the style or styles that will be your signature look for Summer 2012!

Most important to any summer style is one that will keep the hair off of your neck as much as possible to keep you cooler and a style that can hold up to the added humidity in the air.  Immediately that can be achieved through pony tails and braids.  Being creative with the braids and the pony tail holders will give you a great summer look that is stylish and all your own.  It is also a great time to get creative with hair extensions.  Pony tails are perfect for added volume and length with hair extensions.  At EBK beauty we can offer our expertise in hair extensions and braiding to give you a one of a kind look that will fit your need to be stylish, cool in the heat, and your busy lifestyle. 

A cool summer hair style can also offer relief from the humidity ruining properties of summer weather.  Pony tails and braids can hold the style in place while the hair can be treated with a light application of humidity fighting hair treatment.  It will keep frizzes away and give you a polished look.

Whether you are walking down the aisle toward a new life, going in to work, out to dinner with friends, on a date with someone special, or curling up on the porch with a book to catch a cool evening breeze you can look great doing it with a new summer style.  If you’re stumped at how to do it, you want a new creative look, you want to try hair extensions, or you want a new summer look and a bit of relaxing pampering then we are here to serve you.  Come in sip a cold drink and relax while we take care of you and get you ready for summer!