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Cutting the Perfect Fringe: Video Tutorial

by Maggie Mulhern | November 9, 2018

Redken Artist Brayden Pelletier is known for his amazing cutting and styling skills. In this short video tutorial, Pelletier chats about creating and placing a flattering fringe on your client. The artist will be teaching a hands-on class at the Redken Symposium to be held January 20-22, 2019 in Las Vegas. For more details and to register, click here.

Why Every Hairdresser Should Keep These Barbering Tools In Their Kits

by Maggie Mulhern

Why should every stylist keep what are considered "barber tools" in their kits? These four barber/stylists tell you why.

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4 Ways To Add Texture To Blunt Cuts

by Maggie Mulhern

“When you have a heavy perimeter, try point cutting or slide cutting to texturize your way to a sweeter result,” says Jesse Linares, Sam Villa ArTeam Member. Here the artist demonstrates 4 ways to add texture to blunt cuts.

Moon Bangs by Andy Judd (@andy_doesyourhair

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Moon Bangs: The Feel-Good Fringe We Need Now

by Anne Moratto

“Anyone that wants their face to frame the curves of their features and have a fringe that grows out less of a blunt lined shape would be right for this."

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6 Tips to Precision Cutting Perfection

by Maggie Mulhern

Want some powerful cutting inspo? Check out @CiprianVaidaHair on Instagram. This is a page chock full of phenomenal cuts and silhouettes and totally worth the visit.

Credits: Hair/Sam Villa ArTeam; Photo/Katie Parker; Wardrobe/Amia Serrano; Makeup/Teal Druda.

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How to Modernize a Classic Bob

by Jamie Newman

Adding texture and length to a classic bob will take it to the next level. Andrew Carruthers shares the three main elements of a modernized bob.

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Channel Cutting: Have You Done It?

by Anne Moratto

It's not a new technique and its one that many hairdressers embrace, but channel cutting can still sound a bit daunting to a client. If you want to be able to introduce this method of hair thinning, here are some great video examples to illustrate the technique.

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PRO TIPS: Cutting and Coloring the Perfect Pixie

by Maggie Mulhern

Cutting and coloring very short can be challenging. The pro team for Olivia Garden's Anne Maza share their tips for pixie magic.

In partnership with Dyson

The Best Cuts and Finishes for Fine Hair

by Staff

The best cuts for clients with fine, thin hair, and tips for creating maximum fullness in your finishes.

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In-Depth: Cutting a Razored Bob

by Maggie Mulhern

Get the in-depth details for cutting a razored bob (with video tutorial!)

@Arod23pr - the most followed barber on Instagram

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Social Media Superstar @Arod23pr Shares Tips For Success

by Maggie Mulhern

Reportedly the most followed barber on social media, @arod23pr has found his niche by combining art with entertainment. Here he shares his tips on building a successful career - great tips for everyone in any beauty community.

In partnership with Dyson

7 Tips for Cutting and Styling Bobs and Lobs

by Staff

Smooth, swingy bobs and gently waved lobs are trending. Cutting expert Luis Miller and Dyson National Education Manager Todd Tinnel share their expertise.

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How-To: Graduated Cut and Style

by Mary Kaleta

Men's specialist Josh DeMarco demos how to create a graduated cut and style using the Dyson Supersonic Professional edition and its variety of attachments.

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Here's the Best Way to Care for Your Clippers

by Anne Moratto

Plus a suggestion for saving something you'll find in most new clipper boxes...and most people just throw it away. Not this pro, though...

How to Master Precision Cut Styles: Andis FLUID Series

In partnership with Andis