Andrea Tweten Ford is not just one of the best hair stylists in the city of Angels, but the Canale-Martinez Salon — tucked away in the Pacific Palisades — is a much-needed departure from the overly-trendy hair scene in Beverly Hills and West Hollywood.

I sat down with Andrea last week for a “sexy flowy” LOB and to chat about about the biggest hair mistakes women make, the best styles for busy moms, and more. Check out the below Q&A with Andrea for the scoop!

Did you always want to get into the  hair business? Yes I always wanted to be in the beauty industry. I am passionate about beauty and love making woman feel and look beautiful.

How did you start? I started in the industry working in cosmetics for Chanel when I was in college. I loved it. So I wanted to take it farther and went to beauty school. The rest is history. I trained with extremely amazing hair stylist to take my education all the way.  I worked under Christophe Soltaine in Seattle and Fredrick Fekkai in Dallas who are masters at the French technique. Through them I learned and mastered French technique. The French technique is a gorgeous way of cutting the hair. Sexy flowy lots of movement soft blended lines and layers.  My secret weapon is French cutting.

What do you consider the biggest hair “mistake” women make? Clients thinking they need a certain color and cut because of there age. You need to rock and work what style works for you regardless of age.

Do you have a cure for the classic bad-hair-day? I love hats. Hats are so hot and sexy and sassy and stylish. A low bun is a must as well — and don’t forget a great bright lip!

What are some tips for protecting your hair during summer? Hats, leave in masks and deep conditioners and oils from Oribe are great for summer. I love salt spray for a messy-beachy-wavy look. Side braids also look great. The Palisades is a very chill laid back area — embrace it with style!

Can you tell us your take on the trends in hair at the moment? I am all about what looks great on the client. I am in love with the LOB. Super sexy sassy beachy casual hair with a slight wave is hot for fall.  My signature haircut is long layers. I customize each cut for every client based on face shape and bone structure.

How do you like working in the Palisades as opposed to Beverly Hills or Hollywood?

I love it. I wouldn’t work anywhere else. I am a Palisades local and I embrace the beachy, chill lifestyle 100%. I love working for Micheal Canale and Jeffrey’s Martinez and our salon manager, Bobby Warden. We have a great team, which creates a friendly, fun and professional atmosphere for our clients. Best profession in the world!

XX Natasha 

Andrea Tweten Ford
Hairstylist & Makeup Artist

Canale-Martinez Salon
970 Monument St. Suite 204
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
canalemartinezsalon.com
310.454.3444