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MICHELLE STEVENSON of Salon 1506, Placentia, CA. is best known for sunkissed balayage, dimensional vivids, pink balayage, braiding and quick easy updo tutorials. With more than 56K followers she is already well known in the industry, but just in case you missed her, check her out on her page: @michellehair.
Age: 33
Most viral post: Pastel crown braid Favorite apps: imovie, iwatermark, facetune
Favorite hashtags: I like to hashtag whatever is relevant to the image, but always #HAIRBYMICHELLESTEVENSON and #SALON1506
Who I’m following: @heatherchapmanhair, @samvilla, @heidimariegarrett, @guy_tang, @gina.devine, @thebalaylama
Tip to get best results on a post: Find your style and be yourself. Engage with your audience. Don’t be afraid to delete posts that don’t do well. Also, as your following grows, post older photos or videos that did well to share with your new audience.
Favorite professional beauty products: UNITE 7 Seconds Leave In Conditioner and Glossing Spray, Kevin Murphy Powder Puff and Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo, CelebLuxury Viral Shampoos.
How social media changed my life: One of the most exciting things that happened was that I discovered through Instagram and was published in the October issue of Cosmopolitan Magazine. I have met some amazing friends through social media and have made many connections. I am now able to host independent education in my salon, Salon 1506.
The first time I was featured on MODERN SALON was….: Fall 2016
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