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MAKEOVER: Faded Blonde To Pretty Copper

by Maggie Mulhern | September 27, 2015

L’Oréal Professionnel colorist and president and CEO of Ted Gibson Beauty, Jason Backe (@jasonbacke) completed an incredible hair transformation that demonstrates how simple adjustments can make dramatic impact. Here he shares the details for this makeover that created quite a buzz on Good Morning America. Backe applied, processed and shampooed this hair in just 25 minutes taking her from a dull blonde to a deep, rich shade of red after pulling inspiration from Pantone Color of the Year Marsala.

STEP 1: Apply L’Oréal Professionnel Dia Richesse Demi-Permanent Haircolor using equal parts 6.40 and 6.3 with 15-volume on new hair growth.

STEP 2: Apply equal parts 6.40 and 7.43 with 15-volume from mids to ends.

STEP 3: Process for 15 minutes and then shampoo and condition.

Cut

TRENDING: The French Bob

by Anne Moratto

Leave it to the French to inspire a haircut so chic, it’s truly timeless. It’s a look that never goes away and when you see it, you know it. And lately, we’ve been seeing it everywhere.

Career

Cutting Trends from Sam Villa Director of Education

by Anne Moratto

Andrew Carruthers, hairstylist, life coach and Sam Villa Director of Education shared life lessons and presented two cutting demonstrations for Bellus Academy students on Monday, August 12.

In partnership with Michele Pelafas

Create Your Ideal Salon Space with Guidance from a Design Pro

by Staff

Learn How To Make Your Salon Stand Out!

Cut

How to Create Internal Graduation on a Blunt Bob

by Anne Moratto

“Next time a guest wants a cool blunt bob that’s a bit leaner through the perimeter with the illusion of more fullness, international graduation is the way to go,” says Andrew Carruthers, Education Director for Sam Villa.

Career

Are You Good or Just Licensed?

by Carlos Valenzuela

Your license is just your ticket to the game. How you play determines your success.

In partnership with Ulta

Putting the Salon Professional First

by Staff

A new salon education and salon benefits program makes it easy for salon stylists and estheticians to grow their business rapidly and in the direction they want to take it. They get the perceived benefits of booth rental or owning their own salon, but without the hassle or overhead. Benefits include ability to earn up to 70% commission right away, generous health insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and even paid education. Grow your salon career now with a salon company that puts you first!

Career

Tips for Treating Frozen Shoulder and Fibromyalgia

by Anne Moratto

Frozen shoulder is the result of scarring, thickening, and shrinkage of the joint capsule, or an injury.

In partnership with Salon Centric

How Small Add-Ons Add Up To Big Money For You

by Staff

Would you like fries and a drink with that? Burgers pay the bills, but it’s the add-ons that build the bottom line. That’s true for every service business, whether you’re offering Big Macs, hotel suites or hairstyles.

Career

Beauty Changes Lives Launches "Make You Mark" Campaign

by Staff

The campaign is hoping to spread consumer awareness to transform traditional perceptions about careers in beauty.

For this firey red, @kinganthonyyyy used
Matrix SoColor Cult in Orange Alert and Lucky
Ducky...

Career

Team Players: Members of Ulta Beauty's Design Team Share How the Experience Has Changed Their Lives

by Mary Kaleta

As artists, the freedom of expression is best amplified under a unified and supportive message, and at Ulta Beauty, the Design Team is the ultimate example of the benefits of teamwork.

Videos

In our video section, watch salon professionals in action, listen to the advice of salon business experts, and tour inside the world’s top salons.

Style

Men's Hair How-To: Undone Perfection

Style

Mastering the Braid: 10 Things You Must Know and Do

Cut

Cutting The Perfect Face Frame - Video Tutorial

In partnership with Ulta

10 Reasons to Make a Smart Salon Career Move

by Staff

Job benefits, career growth, flexibility, up to 70% commission and customized hands-on classes in hair color, blow dry, extensions, hair styling, texture, skin care, business building, consultation and more—explore all the reasons stylists and estheticians are switching to the Salon at Ulta Beauty.

Waxing, shaving, facials and beard grooming can all expand men’s services beyond the standard...

In partnership with Salon Centric

10 Tips For Elevating Your Men’s Business

by Staff

Many stylists have discovered men can be lucrative and loyal additions to their clientele. Want to build up the men’s business in your salon? Here are 10 tips from four men’s service and product pros.

In partnership with Salon Centric

Can You Specialize As A Solo Artist?

by Staff

You love balayage and braiding, but men’s haircutting? Not so much. Yet as a solo artist, you worry that limiting your services to just those you prefer doing could be a mistake. Are those worries founded or unfounded? Can you specialize as a solo artist? Many top solo artists believe you can.

In partnership with Ulta

Come Grow with Us! Q&A with Nick Stenson and Ammon Carver

by Staff

Hair stylists and estheticians can find great salon career opportunities and financial growth powered by a new program focused on hands-on education in hair styling, hair color, extensions, texture services, men’s looks, skin care treatments, cosmetics and other salon services, along with competitive benefits like health insurance, 401k, paid time off and much more! Get the INSIDE LOOK at the Salon at Ulta Beauty, and learn more from salon industry leaders Nick Stenson and Ammon Carver and team.

In partnership with Naturich

Five Reasons to Private Label and Future-Proof Your Salon Retail Business

by Staff

With the confusing sea of hair products available today, putting your own brand on the bottle or tube can be a smart business move. Private label comes with its own set of challenges, of course, but a company called Naturich Labs Inc. believes it has solutions!