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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Chain Link Knot How-To

Chain Link Knot How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

SalonCapri Senior Stylist Graziella Lembo shares her tips on creating the Chain Link Knot, a look inspired by the Thakoon S/S 2015 runway.  GET THE LOOK:  Step 1. Apply Kerastase Forme Fatale and L'Oréal ...

Herringbone Braid How-To

Herringbone Braid How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Go beyond the typcial French braid with a braided style that looks complex, but can still be achieved in just a few steps. SalonCapri Senior Stylist Graziella Lembo shares her steps to achieve the Herringbone Braid:  1. Apply ...

Contoured Ombre How-To

Contoured Ombre How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Formula used: 6NtL and 6NtL=8NtL mixed with 10 volume developer 1. Even out porosity and create better anchoring sites for the color on overly-porous hair, perform a Silk Degrees Shine Treatment. a. Begin by shampooing the hair with ...

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