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Challenging the Rules of Haircutting: An Interview with Nashville Artist Stan Newton

With more than four decades in the industry, hairdresser and MODE Education founder Stan Newton has built a career around the art and discipline of cutting hair, learning the rules so he can break them.

How Beauty Professionals Can Evaluate and Expand Their Service Menus

Beauty professionals should evaluate each service based on its popularity, profitability, and alignment with current trends. Conducting client surveys and analyzing booking data can provide insights into which services are in demand and which might be phased out.

How to Build a Sustainable Beauty Career Without Burning Out

LifeSpa leader Ali Yanez explains why strong mentorship, predictable income, meaningful recognition and the right work environment help beauty professionals build careers that last.

Where Are Salon Suites Headed Next?

Whether a beauty professional chooses a commission salon, booth rental, salon suite or salon ownership, the common thread is having more choices than ever before.

Sport Clips Haircuts Hosts First-Ever Virtual Education and Career Experience for Stylists

Sport Clips Haircuts will host its inaugural "Level Up Live," a first-of-its-kind virtual event that combines live haircutting education, career inspiration, product knowledge, and employment opportunities for licensed stylists and cosmetology students nationwide.

Physical Therapist Shares Best Posture Tips for Hairdressers and Nail Technicians to Prevent Neck, Back and Shoulder Pain

Orthopedic PT reveals three daily exercises plus ergonomic advice that can help salon professionals avoid the aches and injuries caused by standing, bending and repetitive overhead work.

The Beauty Pro Book Club: 4 Reads to Inspire Growth and Success

Four publications for beauty industry professionals to enhance their leadership skills, financial awareness, professional growth, and joy!

How AI Can Help Independent Beauty Professionals Build Stronger, More Profitable Businesses

Salon suite pioneer Karen Kaminski argues that the next evolution of independent beauty businesses won't be defined by beautiful spaces alone, it will be driven by smarter systems that help professionals spend less time on administrative work and more time serving clients.

Pre-PRIDE: Finding Allies in the Beauty Salon

At a time when many LGBTQ+ people felt compelled to hide parts of themselves, Carlos Valenzuela found a career in beauty and a community that offered opportunity based on what you could do and how well you could do it.

Chaz Dean Shares 5 Career Lessons for Hairstylists Building a Lasting Career

Whether it's social media, fashion, film, art, or culture, Chaz Dean advises stylists to stay aware of what's inspiring people. Take the elements that make sense for you in these five lessons learned through a life in beauty.

The MODERN Artist Connective Edit: Jessica Domoney Says Success Starts with Boundaries

For Jessica Domoney, building a successful career isn't about saying yes to every opportunity, it's about protecting your time, investing in yourself and creating an experience clients won't forget.

Rodrick Samuels on The Silent Work, Modern Beauty Education and Why Empathy Wins

MODERN SALON sat down with Samuels to discuss the book, beauty education, mentorship and the habits that help beauty professionals thrive.

AI Won't Replace Your Voice—Unless You Let It

"The mistake people make is treating AI like a vending machine instead of a personal assistant." Digital marketing expert Scott Moon shares how beauty professionals can use AI while staying authentic

50 Smart Things Beauty Educators Have Told Us

Real-world advice on creativity, consultations, color, burnout, business, boundaries, inclusivity, client care, and career growth from educators and industry experts.

50 Smart Things Beauty Educators Have Told Us

Real-world advice on creativity, consultations, color, burnout, business, boundaries, inclusivity, client care, and career growth from educators and industry experts.

What Salon and Spa Professionals Need to Know About Skin Longevity

Today's clients are hearing more about longevity, biohacking, inflammation, and healthy aging than ever before. This article explores the science and language behind the skin longevity movement, and what it could mean for client consultations, treatment recommendations, and professional credibility.