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Elizabeth Jakaitis

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.

Elizabeth Jakaitis wrote

Halloween How-To: Scare and Seduce

Halloween How-To: Scare and Seduce

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

This sultry makeup works well for a wide range of Halloween costumes! Whether it’s a vampire, witch, or even a dark take on your favorite Disney princess, this look is sure to scare and seduce.  Step 1: Apply foundation or power ...

Halloween How-To: Black Cat Makeup

Halloween How-To: Black Cat Makeup

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Didn’t think about a costume until last minute? No problem! Pair this easy kitty-cat inspired makeup with a black dress (or leggings and t-shirt!), tail, ears, and products from beautyADDICTS for a purr-fect last-minute costume! Step ...

Rockabilly Pinup Hair How-To

Rockabilly Pinup Hair How-To

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Channel your inner rockabilly pinup with these easy hairstyle tips from New York Streets Creative Director Lisa Lobosco. Step 1: Section off your bang section into a half-moon from eyebrow to eyebrow and separate and tie up for ...

Hoang uses a mesh piece to aid in blowdrying—one of the many tools in his bag of tricks.

Behind the Cover: Bag of Tricks

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Creating new structures and shapes is easier than ever today with all kinds of products and tools designed to alter texture, width, length and color. Take extensions, for example. They are now refined and customized by professionally trained ...

Competition nails by Elaine Watson.

Nails 911

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

“Nailebrity” Elaine Watson is the VP of marketing and global education director at Star Nail. Watson also judges high-profi le nail competitions, works on-set for editorial and runway events, and has her fingers on the pulse of ...

Student Submissions

Student Submissions

by Elizabeth Jakaitis

Want the opportunity to be published? The process just got a little easier with First Chair's Student Submissions section. Take a pic of your best hair style, nail or makeup design, a look from a hair competition or an image from a ...

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