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

Girl, Reconstructed

Girl, Reconstructed

by Alison Alhamed

Every time I get my hair cut, I make a promise to myself... "This time," I say, "I'm going to use products to prevent damage every single time I style my hair." Well, just like a New Year's resolution, I somehow seem to forget that promise after just a few weeks.

Big Bang Theory

by Alison Alhamed

I remember when I was in junior high (pre-flatiron) I was so nervous that it would rain because, if it did, I was doomed to have a bad hair day.

"Normal" People and Their Nails

by Alison Alhamed

Last night, as I was watching American Idol with the boyfriend, painting my nails with my favorite Eiffel for This Color from OPI’s French Collection, the boyfriend looked over at me and asked, “Do normal people paint their nails everyday?”

Eye make-up = the darker, the better

by Alison Alhamed

As you can probably tell from my picture, I wear a lot of eye make-up. It’s the one area of my face I can’t let go natural. I’ve tried, many times: But I can’t do it, won’t do it, no matter what, never, ever, ever. I think it’s genetic.

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