Alison Alhamed

Editor in Chief, MODERN SALON

As Editor in Chief, Alison Alhamed shapes the content and voice for MODERN SALON's social media platforms, digital channels and monthly print magazine. Alison collaborates closely with salon professionals, social influencers, brands and industry personalities to connect them with our community of readers and followers. As a beauty editor, public speaker and licensed cosmetologist, Alison was named one of Folio magazine's 13 Under 30 emerging leaders in publishing. She regularly judges industry competitions; presents on how to build a following on social media; collaborates with brands on photoshoots, marketing and advertising campaigns; and is passionate about the professional salon industry.

Alison Alhamed wrote

Bright Lights, Big City

Bright Lights, Big City

by Alison Alhamed

As Ulta Beauty Prepared to open the doors to its first-ever Manhattan location, Chief Artistic Director Nick Stenson and his Pro Team headed into the heart of Times Square to capture a collection inspired by the city that never sleeps.

Fabrica

Fabrica

by Alison Alhamed

Luis Alvarez expertly captures the winning looks created by team BaBylissPRO at the recent Bronner Bros. show in Atlanta.

The Power of She

The Power of She

by Alison Alhamed

The Ammon Carver Studio Team in New York City collaborated on this collection to showcase how a beautiful woman can be ultra-feminine, while at the same time powerful and strong.

Minerva Beauty Names Winner in Salon Makeover Contest

Minerva Beauty Names Winner in Salon Makeover Contest

by Alison Alhamed

For some salon owners, the idea of a salon renovation is overwhelming, or there isn’t budget, or other things have taken priority. So Minerva Beauty launched the MODERN SALON Makeover Contest by Minerva Beauty, which grants one lucky winner the opportunity to see their salon get a total facelift. That means all new furniture from  Minerva Beauty  in partnership with  Quest Resources . After combing through all of the amazing entries, the judges have spoken!

Creative Colorist: Lauren Kocman, Hair by Scott & Co., in Delray Beach, FL; New Talent...

Everything You Need to Know About the Goldwell Color Zoom Competition

by Alison Alhamed

Color Zoom 101: Every year, Goldwell releases a trend collection that is used as the inspiration for its annual haircolor and style competition, Color Zoom. Across the globe, Color Zoom starts on a national level. Beauty pros compete in three categories— Creative Colorist, New Talent Colorist, Partner Colorist—by submitting a photo of their interpretation of the trend. Once the Gold winners of each category are determined on a national level, they go on to compete internationally on behalf of their respective countries during a live recreation of the look on their model—including the hair color—in front of a judging panel and audience. The international leg of the competition takes place in a new city each year.

SALON TOUR: Janet St. Paul Studio for Hair and Beauty in Austin, Phyto Paris US Flagship

SALON TOUR: Janet St. Paul Studio for Hair and Beauty in Austin, Phyto Paris US Flagship

by Alison Alhamed

The new Janet St. Paul Studio for Hair and Beauty is opening its doors June 1 in Austin, and will serve as the Phyto Paris flagship salon in the US. In addition to hair and wedding services, owner and master stylist Janet St. Paul staffed up with senior stylists to provide facial and skin care, traditional waxing services, makeup, brows and eyelash services, including lash extensions.

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