Elizabeth Jakaitis

Assistant Editor

Elizabeth Jakaitis is MODERN SALON and SALON TODAY's assistant editor, responsible for coverage of beauty news, products and trends. She is managing editor of MODERN’s TEXTURE! supplement, focusing on curly hair, and of the SOLO ARTIST program for independent stylists. Through reporting, social media engagement and involvement at industry events, Elizabeth tracks the pulse of trends and business practices that are shaping the world of professional beauty.

News

Ouidad's New Mongongo Oil Multi-Use Curl Treatment

Ouidad

The new Mongongo Oil Multi-Use Curl Treatment from Ouidad is designed to meet the needs of each curl types. Mongongo Oil forms a protective barrier on hair’s surface to lock in moisture and prevent damage from heat styling and UV ...

Style

Ask the Experts: Speaking Professionally About Hair Loss

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Trichologists and hair loss specialists offer advice on speaking professionally and intelligently with clients about thinning hair and offering effective services that will build client trust.

Galleries

The Softer Side of Competition Hair

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Competition hair, by design, can be and frequently is, extreme. Colors and silhouettes often scream for attention. This hair tends to be a bit “much” for the everyday client, but can certainly serve as inspiration for the client who wants something special. MODERN invited Goldwell Global Zoom winners on set to create competition-worthy color and edge that can still be worn by the everyday client.

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Conscious Beauty: Oil Slick Color How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Kelsey Deuel, winner of the Bio Ionic Style Awards, looks to her own lifestyle choices—both artistic and environmentally ethical—for inspiration in this “oil slick” collection.

Galleries

Going Eclectic: Sebastian's What's Next Awards Winners Collaborate On Set

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

The What’s Next Awards, Sebastian’s annual hair design competition, is changing the game for innovative hairdressers comfortable creating strong, intricate silhouettes. Professional category winner Damaris Earlewine, Affiliated Artist category winner GianPaolo Colombo and Student category winner Safiya Aboaen earned the top honor in the competition for their fearless finishes and artistic creations in their respective categories.

Wellness

Game Changers 2016: Najah Aziz's Edgy, Textured Cuts

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Najah Aziz left behind a 16-year corporate career when she decided it was time to pursue her passion for hair. She opened Like The River The Salon and began working to elevate clients and fellow stylists through beauty and education.

Wellness

Game Changers 2016: Texture Expert Isabella Vázquez is Elevating the Curl World

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Isabella Vázquez became a licensed cosmetologist in 2000, and she hasn’t slowed down since. She has been a Redken artist, a DevaCurl artistic director and is the founder of curlpopnhair.com, a platform for sharing curly hair inspiration and education.

Galleries

Summer Sombre by Angelo Di Pasca

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Hairstylist Angelo Di Pasca drew inspiration for his summertime photoshoot from the collection's model. He noticed that she resembled Nicole Kidman, but with darker hair, so he decided to take her blonde and style her hair in soft ...

News

Ecru New York Launches Curl Perfect Collection

Ecru New York

Ecru New York presents the new Curl Perfect Collection of products for clients with curly, wavy or coily hair. The collection consists of Hydrating Shampoo, Anti-Frizz Conditioner, Defining Styling Potion and Rejuvenating Moisture Mist.

News

Beauty & Pin-Ups Valor Superfine Hairspray

Beauty & Pin-Ups

Beauty & Pin-Ups' new Valor lightweight, superfine hairspray delivers medium to high hold, ultimate flexibility, sheer protection and strength. Spray to style, shape, control and finish, plus layer it over and over again without creating ...

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