If you haven't heard, the Pantone Colour of the Year 2018 is Ultra Violet, Pantone 18-3838. It communicates an imaginative and futuristic vision.

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“Ultra Violet suggests the mysteries of the cosmos, the intrigue of what lies ahead, and the discoveries beyond where we are now. Enigmatic purples have also long been symbolic of counterculture, unconventionality, and artistic brilliance. Nuanced and full of emotion, the depth of PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violet symbolizes experimentation and non-conformity, spurring individuals to imagine their unique mark on the world, and push boundaries through creative outlets.
-Pantone Colour Institute”

It is one of our core values at Be Salon to always keep ourselves updated with the latest colour trends, not only within hairdressing, but in general design as well. As Pantone Colour Institute is well-known in forecasting global colour trends which inspires the fashion scene, we believe it is necessary to design hair colours to complement fashion.

Here are some of the most popular hair colour ideas our hairstylists' have created through inspiration from the Pantone Colour of the Year 2018.

1. Ultra Violet Balayage

Add more dimensions to the hair using a mixture of analogous colours to create an effect of richness and vibrance.

2. Tri-tone Feminine Violet

While cool violet shade creates a sense of edginess and boldness, moving the spectrum towards magenta will give a more feminine feeling. Our amazing hairstylist has chosen three different shades of purple to create soft definitions in the hair.

3. Muted Ultra Violet

Be subtle. Tone down the vibrancy to give an impression of a more sophisticated character while keeping it creative. This hair colour is also more acceptable in the office. Create a lasting impression on your clients!

4. The Ultra Match

Take your ultra violet colour up a notch by adding another colour. Blue highlights on violet is a colour combination that never goes wrong. This duo simply shouts, "COOL AND FUN!"

5. Soft Violet

This ash violet tone feels perfect for a winter holiday season. It looks extra soft and dainty when you style it with some loose curls.

6. Ultra Violet Highlights on Ash Gray

A combination of colours which portrays deep sincerity and wisdom, this creative hair colour design is absolutely suitable for strong and capable women. Very empowering!

Are you ready to get the trending 2018 Pantone colour on your hair? If you have any desired hair colour ideas in mind, feel free to drop by for a free consultation session with our hairstylists to let us help you achieve your dreams! Be Salon uses high quality hair products to take care of your mane for a healthy shine with every hair colour.

For enquiries and appointments, please call 6899 3667 or write to us here.

Not satisfied with your previous haircut? But how should you look for a new hairdresser? If you don't usually hear any recommendations from your family and friends, it is always wise to do some online research on your own. Read reviews not just about the salon, but also about the hairdressers and technicians in the salon. This will help you be more well-prepared for what to expect at the salon as well.

We understand the feeling of nervousness and uncertainties about meeting a new hairdresser for the first time. How can you trust your new hairdresser with your hair? How do you know if they are concern about improving your hair or just trying to sell you products and packages that you absolutely don't need? We hear your worries and this is why Be Salon only recruits hairstylists who genuinely cares for the well-being of our customers.

Chester Soh having a hair consultation session with his client

With more than 16 years of experience in the hairdressing industry, Chester Soh is not only proficient in various hairdressing skills, he also has comprehensive knowledge on hair science. His expertise makes it easy for him to identify your hair issues and help provide the most suitable solutions for you. Get your hair assessment through our complimentary consultation session prior to your hair services.

Work in Progress – Chester is very meticulous in his hair creations

Chester enjoys the process of creating hair colouring variations. He is great with highlighting techniques such as Balayage, Sombre, and the very versatile, Peek-a-boo Highlights.

Creamy Light Blonde hair colour by Chester Soh

As most of his customers are working professionals, he is highly-experienced in designing colours and incorporating colouring techniques that are office-appropriate. His signature Peek-a-boo Highlights is one of the top customer-favourites, as you can wear it formal in the day and unleash the vibrant colours after work when you tie up your hair. Apart from its versatility, we also love that helps in minimizing hair damage while still achieving a unique and creative vibe.

Looking for something edgy? Chester is able to design creative hairstyles that will certainly help to enhance your personality and leave lasting impressions.

“I take pride in designing unique hairstyles for my clients as I believe that everyone is different and should not have to go through cookie-cutter hairstyles. Therefore, apart from keeping my fundamental skills strong, I like to search for new hair trends and find ways to create the new looks which will help bring out the best in every of my customers.”

Men’s haircut by Chester Soh

“Giving my clients an excellent customer experience at the salon under my care is my utmost priority. So I will always try my best to fulfill their requirements and make sure they feel comfortable during the entire hair process.”

Best known for:
• Creative Colouring
• Balayage
• Bob Haircut & Creative Haircut

Chester Soh is available at Be Salon (Millenia Walk). For enquiries and appointments, please contact us here. Follow us on Instagram for more creative works by Chester, at @besalonsg and @chestersoh

Everyone has been obsessed with this magical creature – the unicorn. They have jumped out of children cartoons and started appearing in fashion, phone accessories, beauty products and now even hair. This popular 2018 hair trend is creative and fun, and the idea is having rainbow shades in pastels. The hairstylists at Be Salon have gathered some inspirations on ways that you can have your dream unicorn hair.

1. Hidden Cotton Candy Hair

Created using the underlights technique, you can enjoy more than one look with this versatile design. The hair is cool ash grey on the outside and a hidden cotton candy pastel fantasy at the bottom. Curl your hair to create some fluffy light pastel sweetness, or show off the magical unicorn in you when you tie up your hair.

2. Aquamarine Short Hair with Vibrant Roots

You can enjoy a unicorn hair colour with short hair too! Our Leading Stylist, Sham Adam, has designed this hairstyle with a deep electric blue root colour that fades into a bright beautiful turquoise and cyan blend on the top layer of hair, leaving the bottom in its natural hair colour. This helps to balance the brightness and contrast of the entire hairstyle and gives it a more three-dimensional feel. A perfect colour combination for all the thalassophiles.

3. Sakura Season

For the ladies with mid-length hair, you can blossom in this tri-toned pink hair colour. There is always something very comfortable and calming about pink colour that puts people in a happy mood. If you are a person who loves flowers, be sure try this look!

4. Mystical Amethyst Purple

Who says you have to go bright rainbow colours to be a unicorn? This hair colour is a mixture of deep blue and purple shades, which creates more depth and dimension in the hair. You can look like your favourite mystical creature with this colour combination too.

5. Bold and Edgy in Neon

A stunning colour combination strategically placed only on one side of your head to accentuate the better side of your face. As the neon colours are already bright and eye-catching, we love that it is done in such a way so that you will not look like a walking highlighter swatch. You can go for bold neon colours, but just a tip to let the colours take up less than half of your hair if you have long hair. The contrast gives it more edge.

6. Dark Ash Brown with Pink Tips

Don't want a multicoloured hair the shouts "UNICORN"? This subtle dark ash brown and pink tips hair colour is the perfect design for you. We love the smooth gradation of colour done by our Creative Stylist, Darren Ooi. Other hair ends colours that goes well with dark ash brown shades are blue, turquoise, coral, and lilac.

7. Precious Gems Balayage

The unicorn colours does not have to be brightly dyed on your full head of hair. Go subtle with just dimmed rainbow colours and a balayage that blends nicely into your natural dark hair. This look is also suitable for ladies who want unicorn hair colour with minimal hair damage. These jewel tones will make you look so precious.

8. Soft Coral Contrast

Add a little fun to your chocolate brown hair colour with a complementary colour like coral! This balayage brings so much warmth and energy to an otherwise boring brown shade. The lighter shade also helps to bring softness into the entire hairstyle.

9. Feminine Lilac

Lilac colour has always been a beautiful charm. It is gentle, youthful and romantic. You can add soft airy curls to create more volume and accentuate the femininity of your hair colour.

10. Equal Halves

The half-half contrast that blends horizontally makes the hairstyle look edgy and bold. Choose colours that are analogous to create a gradient transition, or complementary colours to achieve a high contrast that pops.

11. Peek-A-Boo Highlights

This citrus and berries peek-a-boo highlights is designed by our Leading Stylist, Chester Soh. It is perfect for the office ladies who wants to add a little creativity and fun to their hair but still be office-appropriate. Transform a classic haircut into a unique hairstyle just by adding a hint of your favourite shades with peek-a-boo highlights technique.

12. Asymmetric Pop Fringe

This is another way to have a unicorn hair colour on short hair. You don't need a full head of rainbow colours to make a statement. A splash of pink or any saturated colour to your fringe will completely change your style. Get an asymmetric haircut to jazz it up a notch!

Hope these unicorn hair colour ideas have inspired you to try out this popular 2018 trend! They will certainly help you to leave a lasting impression when you meet people. You can fulfill your unicorn dreams at Be Salon without overly-damaging your hair texture, as we have professional hairstylists and quality hair products to take care of your mane!

For enquiries and appointments, please call 6899 3667 or write to us here.