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

For Roni: I knew her before...

For Roni: I knew her before...

by Alison Alhamed

Some people in the beauty industry were just born with natural talent. For some, their niche is color, for others, it's nails. Some prefer make-up while others hit it big with cutting. For Roni, it's all of the above.

Good Vibrations

by Alison Alhamed

I recently received an interesting package in the mail that got all the editors’ attention. It was a Vibe flatiron—which uses vibrating plate technology to realign damaged hair and close raised cuticles.

All Pink. All the Time. Sweet.

by Alison Alhamed

“Nothing says ‘pretty’ and ‘romantic’ the way pink does,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “Every woman can wear the shade—and these luscious light pinks are completely irresistible!”

Fun at Bronner Bros!

Fun at Bronner Bros!

by Alison Alhamed

The Bronner Bros. International Beauty Show is one of the largest shows specializing in African American hair and skin care. Modern was at the show this weekend in Atlanta, Georgia, and had a blast! The show is PACKED with education—and people!—where educators cover everything from natural textures, weaves, cutting, make-up, color, barbering and business. Check out some of the pics!

Show Your Modern Love, Get Rewarded!

by Alison Alhamed

Love Modern?? We love you too!! Did you know Modern has a Facebook fan page ? Yep, it’s true. And there’s nothing Modern loves more than our readers. So, we want to reward you for becoming a fan of Modern on Facebook by giving you free stuff. And, who doesn’t love free stuff??!!

Moroccanoil's Lightened Up a Bit

by Alison Alhamed

Moroccanoil has lightened up a little! Launching at America's Beauty Show in March, Moroccanoil introduces Moroccanoil Light, boasting the same shiny, smooth results as the original formula, but in a lighter consistency, perfect for fine and fair colored hair.

Angelina Jolie's New 'Do

by Alison Alhamed

Remember when Angelina Jolie was a golden blonde in Girl, Interrupted ?? I LOVED IT! Although she's not an all-over blonde, she did get some new chunky highlights!

Wella Extensions at Cynthia Rowley

by Alison Alhamed

Cynthia Rowley is known for her whimsical-yet-sophisticated aesthetic with a vintage-inspired slant. For Fall ’10, the collection feels more indie and tough, not ladylike. She takes classic, feminine wardrobe elements, like the dress and the elbow glove, but redefines them for the modern, tough girl. The clothing and accessories for Fall concentrate on volume, texture and movement, which is accomplished with lots of feathers, fringed leather, and silk fringe.

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