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

Constantly Replacing Trimmers? Read This.

Constantly Replacing Trimmers? Read This.

by Alison Alhamed

Andis, who has been manufacturing styling equipment since 1922, has developed two simple rules to ensure clippers and trimmers deliver the power and performance we all depend on every time we pick them up: keep the cleaned and oiled, and store it properly between uses.

Manscaping: Tips and Tricks

by Alison Alhamed

Comfort is key in providing optimal service for your client. Satin Smooth's Titanium Blue Thin Film Hard Wax is especially geared toward men and contains Azulene, a calming oil and zinc oxide which helps to prevent breakouts. This wax, along with Satin Smooth’s Tea Tree with Eucalyptus Wax, is a great solution for Satin Smooth’s newest man trend, The Boyzilian.

A Stylist's Favorite Product

A Stylist's Favorite Product

by Alison Alhamed

David Guerin, owner of The Cutting Room in Albany, Oregon, and Global Artistic Director for Oster, loves Scruples Enforce Extra Firm Sculpting Glaze, which can withstand moisture, humidity and wind.

Long Hair Design: Updos are AWESOME

Long Hair Design: Updos are AWESOME

by Alison Alhamed

I’m in my 10th week at Pivot Point, and we’re just wrapping up our lessons on long hair design. I love being creative, but I have a hard time getting started. Because I don’t have much experience, I need to have an idea of what I want to do before I begin—but I’m not at the point where I feel confident enough to create a wearable look that doesn’t look too prom-y or avant-garde. It’s like I’m having a tough time finding a happy medium. Now that I got out the “Debbie Downer” in me, OH MY GOD! I love updos!

'80s Wild Hair

'80s Wild Hair

by Alison Alhamed

My friend Angela was throwing a big '80s party for her birthday bash—and the very first thing that comes to mind when I hear '80s is, duh, big hair!!

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