Side-Fading in 5 Steps from Ivan Zoot
Shop Modern Artist and MODERN SALON Guest Blogger Ivan Zoot shares five steps to the side fade.
Shop Modern Artist and MODERN SALON Guest Blogger Ivan Zoot shares five steps to the side fade.
The “bigger-is-better” perms commonly associated with the ’80s might conjure up thoughts of tight, poodle curls, large metal rods and off-putting odors. But as perm technology has evolved and become more customizable, perms can be used to control texture, create natural looking waves or add volume to straight hair.
The semifinalists for Wella's North American Trend Vision (NATVA) awards have recently been announced. Join us in congratulating the 25 talented stylists in each category who made the cut!
Chris McMillan was the hairdresser for the Kim Kardashian wedding. Get the HOW TO here.
Don't miss Premiere Orlando 2014 from May 31-June 2 at the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

While it is always exciting to discuss trends, new shades and new color techniques, the GRAY MATTERS.
3 tips from Dr. Frank King on making you feel and function better immediately.
Adina Fast joins derma e natural skincare line as Canadian Sales Manager. With Canada as the second largest market for derma e products, this role will help the company support and expand its North American business.
Rusty Phillips shares his thoughts about inspiration and how to make a great picture. Phillips was inspired by a look from fashion week by Jon Reyman for Concept Korea.
Rebecca Gregory of Organic Salon Systems offers her formulation for Kate Bosworth's copper/blonde ombre color design.
Diana Schmidtke, a celebrity men’s groomer whose impressive roster of clients includes Hollywood’s hottest leading men including George Clooney, Robert Pattinson, and Chris Hemsworth, saw her career path pointing toward beauty after she had been on the receiving end of a hairdresser and makeup artist’s expert touch.
Tony Cuccio, CEO, Founder of Star Nails, spoke with MODERN SALON about how the development and transformation of his company corresponds with changes in the beauty and nail industry.
85 percent of all people in the country will at some point in their life have acne. The good news is that there are things that can be done in order to improve your skin.
Hair color is constantly evolving, with new tones identified and exciting techniques adopted by expert colorists. Colorist Leslie Shores at Chicago's Maxine Salon shares what hair colors and techniques she recognizes as emerging trends.

My eldest son graduated from college earlier this month and I took away one big concept from the commencement speaker: You have the ability to create an amazing outcome, one that might be far different from what others might accept it must be. This is a powerful concept for thought, action and success. This mindset can be the foundation of an amazing future.
Founding Partner of Sam Villaâ and Redken Education Artistic Director,Sam Villa recently welcomed Geneva Cowen, a salon owner and educator based in Anchorage, Alaska, as Artistic Director.
Amanda Billardello from Glitz Salon in Rochester, Michigan helped turn up the heat on her client's haircolor.