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.

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Goldwell Color Zoom: The Live Competition Begins!

Goldwell Color Zoom: The Live Competition Begins!

by Alison Alhamed

Yesterday was beautiful. I woke up to the sounds of Paris coming through my hotel window, along with some of the nicest weather I could have hoped for. I blogged, ate some deli meats and cheese for breakfast, and thought about how I could, very much, get used to this!

Goldwell Color Zoom: First Night Fun!

Goldwell Color Zoom: First Night Fun!

by Alison Alhamed

Last night's Welcome Reception for North American visitors to Goldwell's Color Zoom event in Paris was phenomenal. Really, beyond all expectations, stunning. The venue chosen for the get-together party was Pavillion Ledoyen at Champs-Lysee Garden--it was beautiful and quintessentially French.

Paris... I'm here!

Paris... I'm here!

by Alison Alhamed

Hello from Paris! Or should I say bonjour! <--- That's how you say it, right?? Hah! Check out the amazing view I had flying in this morning...stunning!

Goldwell Color Zoom: Off I go!

by Alison Alhamed

The countdown to Paris has finally reached just a few hours until departure... and I couldn't be more excited!All year, colorists across the globe have been working on their color competence to show Goldwell their ability to put their signature on the Just Naked trend in a highly creative way.

It&ly <3s Hollywood

It&ly <3s Hollywood

by Alison Alhamed

Hello from Las Vegas! It's super sunny here and the hair is hot, hot, hot! I'm here for It&ly Hairfashion's "It&ly Loves Hollywood" event, along with two full days of cut, color and style education--so far, so good!

A Week of Beauty

by Alison Alhamed

THE EVENT: The Professional Beauty Association’s annual Beauty Week held at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, held in conjunction with Cosmoprof North America. THE DETAILS: Thousands of industry manufacturers, distributors and salon professionals walked Cosmoprof North America’s show floor, checked out new product launches and brands, attended business-building seminars, and got inspiration and education.

A Pictorial; NAHA's Big Night

by Alison Alhamed

The Professional Beauty Association presented the NAHA awards on July 18 in conjunction with Beauty Week and Cosmoprof North America. The gala began with a red-carpet reception prior to the awards ceremony. Beacon students kicked off the ceremony with a “Flash Mob” dance, setting the tone for an evening filled with entertainment, talent, and celebrating the artistry and skill of the professional salon industry.

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