How an ad campaign about colorful hair signifies a major movement.

Lets back up a little.

This was followed by a gentle talk with that aforementioned guidance counselor about my employability in an office.

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After college, I started as an assistant in the beauty department of a magazine.

Suddenly I was writing about glitter eyeshadow and neon nail polish and, yes, hair-color trends.

I wanted to play with my hair again, but I was unsure how my bosses would react.

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Writing about bold beauty trends andwearingthem in an office were two very different things.

While my story has a happy ending, unfortunately, that hasnt been the case for everyone.

rocking a range of rainbow hues.

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TheYOU by Sally videowas made in partnership with musician and TikTok creatorHeather Chelan(a.k.a.

Its a video I wish my 15-year-old self had seen.

Check out thevideonow at Sally Beauty.

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