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SEARCHAnthony Negron, better known as @kinganthonyyyy on Instagram, has been winning over the MODERN SALON editors' hearts for quite some time due to his beautiful cut, color and styling work. His page is full of inspo for both men and women and you can always count on him to share multiple angles to get the full effect of his #hairdressermagic. See why else he earned a spot on our 2017 MODERN SALON 100.
Anthony Negron, better known as @kinganthonyyyy on Instagram, has been winning over the MODERN SALON editors' hearts for quite some time due to his beautiful cut, color and styling work. His page is full of inspo for both men and women and you can always count on him to share multiple angles to get the full effect of his #hairdressermagic. See why else he earned a spot on our 2017 MODERN SALON 100.
BEAUTY BIO:
Anthony Negrón
@kinganthonyyyy
Location: Connecticut
Salon: Ulta Beauty Salon, Milford, CT
Best known for: balayage and fashion colors
Age: 26
Most viral post: Galaxy color
Favorite apps: Instagram
Favorite hashtags: #kinganthonyyyy #modernsalon
Who I’m following: @hairgod_zito @redken @jlo
Tip to get best results on a post: Good lighting and clean background and I always post three pictures at a time that shows different perspectives.
Favorite professional beauty products: Redken Control Addict 28, Puff Me, and Living Proof dry shampoo
How social media changed your life: Social media allowed me to grow and push myself to be a well-rounded hairstylist. It showed me that you always have to keep learning and educating yourself. It allows me to showcase my work to many people that wouldn't be able to see my work otherwise.
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