MSTV HIGHLIGHTS: John Simpson Teaches How to Create Fab Fringe
Last week's episode of MODERN SALON TV featured Goldwell North American artistic director John C. Simpson, who shared his step-by-step instructions on how to create dimensional fringe using foils and unique color placement—all in less than 60 seconds!
by Katie Weiler
October 7, 2011
2 min to read
Last week's episode of MODERN SALON TV featured Goldwell North American art director John C. Simpson, who shared his step-by-step instructions on how to create dimensional fringe using foils and unique color placement—all in less than 60 seconds! Simpson's tricks include melding two to four shades of Goldwell color together and using the art of diffusion to eliminate any "show-and-tell" lines.
He says, "The light is only as strong as the dark that sits beside it, and this quick and easy tip in a minute gives you a brilliant result."
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To see Simpson's fantastic fringe, watch his segment on MODERN SALON TV here.
Also in the last episode, we bring you a highlight reel from MODERN SALON editors Maggie Mulhern and Alison Shipley reporting live from New York City's amazing Fashion Week. This season's glitz and glam did not disappoint, so check out three stories that highlight the event's lasting impressions. Also, don't miss the "Fab 5" favorite hair styles from this year's Emmy's.
Last week's episode of MODERN SALON TV featured Goldwell North American art director John C. Simpson sharing his step-by-step instructions on how to create dimensional fringe using foils and unique color placement--all in less than 60 seconds! Simpson's tricks include melding two to four shades of Goldwell color together and using the art of diffusion to eliminate any show-and-tell lines. He says, "The light is only as strong as the dark that sits beside it, and this quick and easy tip in a minute gives you a brilliant result." To see Simpson's fantastic fringe, watch his segment on MODERN SALON TV here.
Also in the last episode, we bring you a highlight reel from Modern editors Maggie Mulhern and Alison Shipley reporting live from New York City's amazing fashion week. This season's glitz and glam did not disappoint, so check out three stories to highlight the event's lasting impressions. Also, don't miss the "Fab 5" favorite hairstyles from this year's Emmy's.
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