2026 2ND QUARTER TREND REPORT

Hello!

We’re in a new quarter, which means it’s time for some fresh hair inspiration. This season is all about freshness. The first quarter of 2026 has been… well, it’s been something. So as we move into spring, here are a few of my recommendations for hairstyles and colors this season.
These suggestions are based purely on what I’m personally excited to see and create on my clients. This isn’t bible —you're always free to wear your hair however you like.

Short Styles

I’ll be honest—I’m a little over the two-block style for short hair. If you’re just discovering it, I’m sorry to say it’s actually been around for a long time. Longer hair on top just isn’t feeling as fresh right now.
Shorter styles are really having a moment. If you search Chinese men’s short hairstyles (below right), you’ll see a lot of beautiful cropped styles that feel modern and clean.

And honestly, if Tan France can switch up his look after 10 years and go for a short cropped style, I think you can too.

Short and Mid-Length Styles

Mid-length hair—somewhere between the collarbone and upper chest—is still very popular, and I’m happy to keep that going through spring and summer.

But here’s a challenge for those of you with longer hair: try blow-drying your hair more often. I’ll write more about this soon, but for now my mid-length clients can keep enjoying this easy, flattering length.

Long Styles

If you have long hair, my main encouragement is simple: come in for at least one haircut before summer.
Long layered styles are always on trend, but I know some of my long-haired clients haven’t visited in a while 😉

Color Trends

For men:
Let’s talk about eyebrows. Coloring your brows can add definition to your face without fully committing to coloring your hair. Shaping and slightly shading the brows can be a real game changer.

For longer styles:
Cool, ashy tones are officially out for now—let’s let them rest. With the current late ‘90s and early 2000s inspiration happening in fashion and beauty, warmer tones are coming back.
Think soft caramel brunettes and warm blondes that enhance your natural features.

Ashy tones had their moment around 2016. Maybe we’ll revisit them again in another 10 years.

micro-needling

 

before you read, please know that i am writing this in “Pang Words” which is my interpretation of the procedure so i can understand it better. if you want more information please contact Vanessa, my aesthetic esthetician or reach out to a professional who specializes in this field.

let’s go!
through out the blog, i’m going to refer to it as a procedure because it is more invasive than a regular facial. the esthetician is certified and licensed to use the tools. and there can be blood depending on intensity agreed upon during the consultation. also the after care is no joke, you want to heal the wounded skin correctly, thus it is a serious service to me.

what is microneedling? it’s an aesthetic procedure to create a superficial (shallow non invasive) wound on top layer of skin to alert the skin to boost the collagen reproduction, product better texture and boost skins natural glow. This procedure isnt for every skin type, so i would book a consultation before booking the service to make sure you are booking the correct service. 

who is a great candidate? anyone who wants to repair skin texture and boost skin health must not have any current open wounds on face or neck at the time of the procedure

Healing time: 3-4 days for reduced redness and 7 days for full skin recovery

cost: $350-$450+ per session depending on location 

How often do you have to do this procedure?  i was recommended 4 sessions to be completed within 4months. They have to be done every month to guarantee a beautiful final result

why i chose this procedure: i went to south korea and the aesthetic doctor there recommended the service to me because of my skin texture BUT it wouldn’t be affective just doing one session. i have to get a series of 4 done to see the best results. 

when you should book? i like to do my intense facials or procedures in the winter time because i can hide easily during the healing process and also make sure my healing skin isn’t exposed to direct UV light or sun.

Frequency of this service? For me i will probably do this once every 18-24 months. It is a financial investment and honestly i dont want to pay for it every year. So i will proceed with a year and a half to two years with this service.