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The Future Belongs to the Flexible: Not Another Club Offers Business and Life Coaching for the Hair Industry

Launching June 11, 2025, Not Another Club offers coaching that supports both business growth and personal wellbeing for salon pros.

Style

Hair Science 101: Types of Curl in Hair

by Tej Belagodu

When it comes to curly hair, it helps if we can all speak the same language… and we can - thanks to the curl classification system, largely credited to Andre Walker.

Justin puts the final touches on his demo model. - Nicole Johnson / MODERN SALON

Events

Ulta Beauty Design Team on Tour: Standout Education for All

by Nicole Johnson

We attended Ulta Beauty's Phoenix session of Design Team on Tour to see Justin Toves-Vincilione (@ahappyjustin) in educational action!

The Academy's event ended up raising over $10,000 for Wigs & Wishes. - courtesy of Artistic Academy of Hair Design and Esthetics

News

Artistic Academy of Hair Design & Esthetics Raises Over $10,000 for Wigs & Wishes

by Staff

Artistic Academy of Hair Design and Esthetics raised more than $10,000 at its recent Friends & Family Fundraiser in support of Wigs & Wishes by Martino Cartier.

Wellness

June Spotlight: Sun Safety and the Stylist's Role in Skin Health

by Anne Moratto

While stylists are not expected to be the experts in skin cancer, knowing how to point someone toward helpful resources--and have those resources at your fingertips--can make a real difference.

Sleeping on wet or damp hair can cause an array of issues for the health of your hair and scalp. - Jess Foami, Pixabay

Wellness

Can Wet/Damp Hair Cause Common Hair & Scalp Problems?

by Staff

Is there such a thing as hair water damage? Pure Brazilian’s Sophia Royal says YES! Here’s how to help your clients get the hair they love with one simple change.

Events

Party with milk_shake in Ibiza! Enter the #milkshakemirrormoment Contest

by Staff

Calling all stylists and hair artists! milk_shake is offering an unforgettable opportunity to join the brand in the ultimate hair destination: Ibiza. Find out how to get a chance to attend Hairtopia 2025 -- all expenses paid!

Works of excellence: (Left) Breanne Gershon (@glam.breanne) (top right) Allison Dexter (@cauldron_of_color) and (bottom right) Evie Johnson (@contactevie)

News

Creativity, Passion & Innovation Take Center Stage at NAHA 2025

by Staff

The professional beauty industry’s most dazzling night came to a spectacular close as the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) unveiled the winners of the 36th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA)—a celebration of vision, innovation, and transformative artistry.