Sweet Treat

Skyla Kuykendall creates lived-in color with Paul Mitchell lightener and the Demi.

Dimension, Then Gloss

Grethe Helen Sagmoen combines highlights, lowlights, and ArganID™ Glossing with Moroccanoil.

Obsession Blonde

Mike Sharkey maps out a teasylight placement with Satin Hair Color SilverLift.

Foxy Locks

Brooke Alexis pairs an Aquarely formula with targeted color placement and blonde accents.

The Seamless Blend

Shonda Sharee shares her approach to coordinating color on natural hair and extensions.

Melt Into Dimension

Stevie Meech combines lowlights, a root melt, and an all-over toner using Schwarzkopf Professional IGORA VIBRANCE.

3 Permanent Color Transitions that Rival the Fall Leaves

John Paul Mitchell Systems The Color ZERO offers effective permanent color without any of the harshness and with all of the protection. See how these artists used the line to achieve stunning, fall-inspired results.

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Satin Hair Color Launches Satin Sessions, Connecting Color Inspiration with Salon Technique

Satin Hair Color’s new education series debuts Expression Brunette and Obsession Blonde, with step-by-step techniques and formulas from colorist Mike Sharkey.

From Gray Coverage to Gray Blending: Satin Hair Color on the Trend of Going Gray

Gray blending offers the best of both worlds for those stuck between wanting to lean into their grays and wanting to run from them. Satin Hair Color, known for its expertly formulated professional color, is here to provide tips and tricks for achieving the perfect gray-blending technique for your clients.

Color Analysis: A Personalized Approach to Designing Hair Color

Using Color Analysis, a system formalized in the 1980s, these stylists create something optimized to bring out the best in their clients, while also helping them stand out with this specialty.

10 Hair Color Challenges Every Stylist Faces and How Experts Solve Them

From tackling stubborn grays and unwanted warmth to achieving the perfect blonde, Moroccanoil Professional artists share their advice and color solutions.

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Color Without Compromise: Blondes Shine with Goldwell LightDimensions SilkLift Strong and Colorance

Are your blondes feeling blah? Give ’em a lift with LightDimensions SilkLift Strong

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ColorFest 2026: The Hair Color Formulas and Creative Techniques Everyone Will Be Talking About

Trending, fool-proof, and fantastic formulas.

4 Express Salon Add-On Services That Boost Revenue and Keep Clients Coming Back

Schwarzkopf Professional Ambassadors Carly Zanoni and Brendnetta Ashley share the express color and treatment services helping stylists deliver great results in under 30 minutes while creating new opportunities for client retention and revenue growth.

PRAVANA Expands HydraGloss Line with Two Red-Violet Shades Inspired by the “Cherry Cola” Trend

As rich red-violet tones continue trending, the brand introduces two new demi shades designed for depth, shine, and dimensional color.

Something Special: Amelia Fugitt's Stunning Transformations

In an industry with so many options and opportunities, we asked artists what made them niche down and select a specialty. Amelia Fugitt (@ameliahairmakeup) says choosing to focus on transformations has transformed her career.

The Rise of “Naturals”: How Foundational Shades Are Driving Salon Growth

From gray blending to glossing services, stylists are redefining low-maintenance hair color and building more consistent, profitable salon business.