FORMULA: Coffee Brunette with a Caramel Drizzle
This season, brunettes are getting as much love as blondes, showcasing dimension and face-framing highlights that bring light to the face and depth to the hair.
by Anne Moratto
Articles
You’re A Solo Artist But You Never Have To Be Alone
Going into business for yourself in a salon suite for the first time is an exciting step in a professional beauty career. It can also be a little scary to think about working alone, without a boss or manager to turn to for help. But guess what? You really aren’t alone!
A New Regimen For Damaged, Over-Processed Hair
For a majority of today’s clients, damaged hair happens. Rene Furterer's newest ritual--ABSOLUE KÉRATINE—is scientifically proven to go deep, repairing and restoring hair to its original state of health.
HOT ROOTS: 5 Tips To Deal With This Hot Topic
David Stanko shares his top five tips on how to avoid (or address) hot roots.
Floating Foils - Best Technique To Get Bright Balayage Results
Love the look of balayage but want a lighter and brighter result? Learn more about the "Floating Foils" technique that offers the best of both worlds. This is a FANTASTIC video tutorial by a color master.
Get Proactive in the Salon this Holiday Season
Start now to plan for a stress-free few months ahead by following these strategies from a successful stylist and salon owner.
by Anne Moratto
Don't Fear the Beard: Beard Trim Basics
If a guy is growing some gruff but needs a bit of grooming, this video will prepare you to deliver a beautiful shape-up.
by Anne Moratto
Cosmetologists Can Achieve a Close Shave Using this Tool
Hairstylist Jessica Warburton works in a state that restricts the use of straight razors to barbers. To achieve the closest shave and clean edges, Warburton turns to the cosmetologist-friendly Feather Nape and Body Razor from Jatai.
by Mary Kaleta
7 Reasons to Make Hair Loss a Focus of Your Business
During the fourth annual HAIR+ Summit, stylists, extension and hair piece experts, trichologists, salon owners and physicians shared their wisdom for helping clients with thinning hair and hair loss. Karen Gordon, owner of J. Gordon Designs, shared why she pursued thinning hair and hair loss specialties.
by Jamie Newman
Out-Of-The-Box Lash Ideas
When it comes to lash enhancements these days, anything goes. Sandra Sanchez, Glad Lash/GladGirl Northridge Store Manager and professional make-up and lash artist shares her thoughts.
Yes You *Can* Compete With Amazon
A salon team in Ohio says e-commerce sales have pumped up retail sales, increased website traffic and cemented client loyalty and trust. Learn how they did it!
Create Deep Interior Texture with Inside Out Cutting
Jesse Linares, Sam Villa ArTeam, suggests approaching cutting from the inside out when wanting to achieve interior texture, loose ends and lots of movement within the shape.
by Jamie Newman
Spooky Season: 4 Hairstyles Perfect for Halloween
Ramona Villanueva of BOSS HAIR GROUP in Chicago presents a collection of fun, autumnal stylized braids that incorporate muslin, black velvet ribbons and faux Fall flowers for some head-turning looks.
by Jamie Newman
Cutting Demo: How to Balance a Side Part by DJ Muldoon
In this hair cut step-by-step, DJ Muldoon showcases how to balance a side part on a layered bob.
EXTENSIONS: Three Best Practices From Alex Rafael Lozano
Great Lengths educator Alex Rafael Lozano shares his three best practices for creating long lasting and beautiful extension finishes.
Fighting Her Way Back from a Devastating Accident, Her Love for Hair Drives Her
Even as she was falling, she was thinking about protecting her hands. A freak accident has paralyzed her body but not her spirit. Read her inspiring road back to the salon.
by Anne Moratto
2019 Oribe Atelier - A Tribute To Oribe Canales
850 salon professionals attended the 2019 Oribe Atelier, held in October, 2019, in New Orleans. The full day event included a stage presentation, a workshop and more, honoring the Oribe Hair Care co-founder and celebrating his iconic silhouettes.