
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.
Texture and '70s glam created by Ric Pipino for Alterna Haircare at the Georgine spring/summer 2015 line at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

Ric Pipino for Alterna Haircare had a vision of distinctly '70s glam a la Bianca Jagger for the Georgine spring/summer 2015 runway show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
Think: A woman going to get cocktails after a daylong beach binge.
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STEP 1: Liberally apply Alterna Haircare Bamboo Volume 2-in-1 Volumizer from root to tip on damp hair.
STEP 2: Blowdry hair on high heat.
STEP 3: Once hair is dry, spray Alterna Haircare Caviar Perfect Texture Finishing Spray all over to create more texture.
STEP 4: Curl hair with a 1-inch curling iron from ends to the perimeter of the head. Leave the crown area undone with a flatter, softer look.
STEP 5: Flip hair and lightly brush the base of curled sections to create even more volume. Continue to spray Perfect Texture Finishing Spray.
STEP 6: Add a small amount of Alterna Haircare Caviar CC Cream to lock in moisture.
STEP 7: Spray Alterna Haircare Caviar Working Hair Spray for flexible hold.
STEP 8: Finish by adding Alterna Haircare Bamboo Smooth Kendi Dry Oil Mist to ends for some shine.
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