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.

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Ombre Color Correction

Ombre Color Correction

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

MODERN SALON spoke with stylist Tyler Summers earlier this month to get the details on how he helped a client go lighter without having to worry about maintenance. She was so happy with the end result that a couple weeks later her sister came to ...

Half Knot How-To

Half Knot How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

The half knot is a hairstyle with an identity crisis. Not quite bun, not really pony tail, this man-bun inspired ’do has quickly risen to fame, taking over Instagram accounts and red carpet runways.Want to test this trend but also avoid ...

Twisted Rope Braid How-To

Twisted Rope Braid How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Braids remain a popular look both for casual, everyday wear and for formal events, but the typical French or fishtail looks are starting to get old. For a fresh take, try a rope braid like the one worn by Nina Dobrev at the 2014 Teen Choice ...

HOW-TO: Cheshire Cat Color

HOW-TO: Cheshire Cat Color

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

“Imagination is the only weapon in the war against reality,” said the Cheshire Cat, the inspiration behind this purple balayage with touches of pink by Yesenia Solis (@yeessiie), a stylist at Bello Salon in southern ...

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