
MODERN Recap: The Education and Connection of Redken Symposium 2026
The 51st Redken Symposium returned to Las Vegas in June 2026, bringing specialized education and community to hair professionals who want to "Learn Better, Earn Better, Live Best."
Oribe Principal Artist of Global Design, Kien Hoang brought 50s and 60s couture glam to New York Fashion Week's The Blonds Autumn/Winter 2023 Collection.
































Hair by Kien Hoang using Oribe Hair Care.
Photo: cheekylittlemonkey.org
The Blonds Autumn/Winter 2023 Collection drew inspiration from 1950s and 1960s couture glam. To bring this vision to life and pay homage to the era, Oribe Principal Artist of Global Design, Kien Hoang (@kienhoang) utilized lots of wigs, high-volume styles, flips, and over-the-top bouffants.
To achieve the highest volume, prep hair with Oribe Maximista Thickening Spray and pull into high ponytail at top of the crown, leaving the front of the hairline out of the ponytail to be backcombed later.
Set high ponytail with Oribe Superfine Hair Spray and set mesh “doughnut” form around ponytail to act as an anchor for the wig.
Place wig on the head and pin to a high ponytail. Use Oribe Imperméable Anti-Humidity Spray to style and shape the wig’s flips at ends of hair.
Spray Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray and Oribe Swept Up Volume Powder Spray on the front hairline that was previously left out, and backcomb and lace into the wig, forming the bouffant volume at top of head.
Continue backcombing throughout the crown and shaping with Oribe Imperméable Anti-Humidity Spray until maximum volume is desired.
Set the final look with Oribe Superfine Strong Hair Spray.

The 51st Redken Symposium returned to Las Vegas in June 2026, bringing specialized education and community to hair professionals who want to "Learn Better, Earn Better, Live Best."

This growing, must-attend industry event honors leaders across hair, nails and wellness while creating opportunities for the next generation.

Premiere Orlando 2026 welcomed more than 54,500 visits from beauty professionals and students.

The night honored the artists and collections shaping the future of professional beauty during PBA NAHA 2026.

Attendees called the 103rd edition of ABS “the Coachella of the Beauty Industry” as 20,000+ Beauty Professionals gathered for education, connection, and inspiration.

Jalia Pettis and 3Jay Productions introduce The Style Exhibition, a refined and forward-thinking educational experience designed for beauty professionals ready to move beyond fundamentals and into mastery, taking place in Phoenix, AZ on May 3, 2026.

AVEDA will return to America’s Beauty Show 2026, taking place April 18–20, 2026, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. AVEDA’s on-site experience will include a dedicated AVEDA Education Theater focused on technical skill building, artistry, and business education.

Wella Professionals and hairstylist Anthony Turner partnered with Victoria Beckham for her SS26 Paris Fashion Week show. See how they achieved this sleek runway pony.

Monaè Everett partnered with Mielle Organics to lead the hair direction for House of Aama’s Spring/Summer 2026 presentation. See how she achieved these stunning looks!

The official Press Conference and Show Launch of America's Beauty Show 2026 takes place Monday, October 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM CST at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL. Get details here!

Hairstylists, salon owners, and beauty professionals from around the world came together in Las Vegas for Paul Mitchell’s Desert Bloom event. See the energy, style, and standout moments in this exclusive photo gallery from MODERN SALON.

MODERN SALON was invited to Chicago to attend Ulta Beauty’s annual Celebrate U event, a gathering of Ulta’s highest earning service providers and the people who support them within the industry.
It was a minute ago, but we love reliving the energy, glam, and star power from the North American Hairstyling Awards 2025 red carpet with these videos capturing standout moments and beauty pros in the spotlight.

Ulta Beauty showed up to Premiere Orlando 2025 in a big way -- supporting attending service providers with top-tier education, as well as celebrating the artistic talents of their own network of stylists at this year’s NAHA.

We attended Ulta Beauty's Phoenix session of Design Team on Tour to see Justin Toves-Vincilione (@ahappyjustin) in educational action!

Calling all stylists and hair artists! milk_shake is offering an unforgettable opportunity to join the brand in the ultimate hair destination: Ibiza. Find out how to get a chance to attend Hairtopia 2025 -- all expenses paid!

Wella hosted a three-day gathering in Malta and MODERN was onsite. Here is a visual and verbal snapshot of Wella’s ongoing commitment to the professional beauty industry through some personalities, perspectives, and quick takes.