Fabrica
Luis Alvarez expertly captures the winning looks created by team BaBylissPRO at the recent Bronner Bros. show in Atlanta.
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.
Keeping Up with Jen Atkin: An Hour with the Celebrity Stylist
Celebrity stylist Jen Atkin dishes on assembling the perfect glam squad, girl power, her Diet Coke addition, and how working with the Kardashians shaped her career.
The Power of She
The Ammon Carver Studio Team in New York City collaborated on this collection to showcase how a beautiful woman can be ultra-feminine, while at the same time powerful and strong.
Introducing the Elemental Trend Debuted at Goldwell Color Zoom 2017
During 2018's Goldwell Color Zoom competition in Barcelona, the new trend collection, created by the previous year's Global Gold winners, was revealed. Elemental features tone-on-tone colors that play with contrasts, while modern, minimalistic shapes provide a primal edge.
Minerva Beauty Names Winner in Salon Makeover Contest
For some salon owners, the idea of a salon renovation is overwhelming, or there isn’t budget, or other things have taken priority. So Minerva Beauty launched the MODERN SALON Makeover Contest by Minerva Beauty, which grants one lucky winner the opportunity to see their salon get a total facelift. That means all new furniture from Minerva Beauty in partnership with Quest Resources. After combing through all of the amazing entries, the judges have spoken!
Everything You Need to Know About the Goldwell Color Zoom Competition
Color Zoom 101: Every year, Goldwell releases a trend collection that is used as the inspiration for its annual haircolor and style competition, Color Zoom. Across the globe, Color Zoom starts on a national level. Beauty pros compete in three categories— Creative Colorist, New Talent Colorist, Partner Colorist—by submitting a photo of their interpretation of the trend. Once the Gold winners of each category are determined on a national level, they go on to compete internationally on behalf of their respective countries during a live recreation of the look on their model—including the hair color—in front of a judging panel and audience. The international leg of the competition takes place in a new city each year.
SALON TOUR: Janet St. Paul Studio for Hair and Beauty in Austin, Phyto Paris US Flagship
The new Janet St. Paul Studio for Hair and Beauty is opening its doors June 1 in Austin, and will serve as the Phyto Paris flagship salon in the US. In addition to hair and wedding services, owner and master stylist Janet St. Paul staffed up with senior stylists to provide facial and skin care, traditional waxing services, makeup, brows and eyelash services, including lash extensions.
HAIR+ Summit: Capillus Light Therapy Cap
In an intimate breakout session at the HAIR+ Summit, Capillus shared details on their Stylist Program, offering their laser therapy caps designed to prevent progression of hair loss and regrow thinning hair.
HAIR+ Summit: When to Refer Clients to a Dermatologist or Trichologist with Dr. Nikki D. Hill
Dr. Hill kicked off the first day of the HAIR+ Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, with an informative presentation designed to get everyone on the same page about hair loss on the scientific level: anatomy, growth cycles, scarring and non-scarring hair disorders, diagnosing hair disorders and salon revenue builders, so salon professionals can develop a plan of attack.
HOW-TO: Before and After Using Hairtalk Tape-In Extensions
MODERN’s Editor in Chief Alison Alhamed recently cut off quite a bit of length from her over-processed ends, which took her long lengths up to a just-past-the-shoulder lob. Although her number-one goal was a return to healthier hair, the change left her feeling a little uneasy. So she called upon Hairtalk Master Educator Alicia Iannone to transform her balayaged lob with face-framing money pieces into a healthy, bright beige-y blonde that is completely seamless.
What is it like to be a Stylist at a Blow Dry Bar?
In this Q&A, we chat with Blo to learn more about blow dry bars and get a glimpse into the everyday life of a stylist who works at one.
Color Melt, Oil Slick and Pastel Hair Color by CoCre8 Using L'ANZA
Sophisticated, subtle, strength: John Simpson and Christopher Dove of CoCre8, create a collection designed to take both a natural and artificial glamour with each shift of the hair using L'ANZA hair color.
Keune Loyalty Club: Destination Education with Keune Haircosmetics North America
Keune Haircosmetics North America hosted its annual international education experience for Keune Loyalty Club members in Sydney, Australia, for more than a week of education, inspiration, sight-seeing and networking.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Danielle Hess @brushedtoblonde
We love following Danielle Hess' @brushedtoblonde Instagram page because she posts such stunning, glossy, healthy blonde hair. Bonus? She also includes processing photos! See why else she earned a spot on our 2017 MODERN SALON 100.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Sadie Curtin @sadieface
Sadie Curtin's @sadieface Instagram page is so packed with gorgeous hair shots you might start browsing and, before you know it, an hour has passed. We love following her page for the amazing extension work and beautiful color. See why else she was named a 2017 MODERN SALON 100.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Holly DeCastri @hollydecastri
If you follow @modernsalon on Instagram and we've ever featured your work, OF COURSE you've heard of Holly DeCastri. She is quite literally our #1 biggest fan--she comments on every single post we share, expressing incredible encouragement and gushy love to every. single. artist. Known simply as "Holly" in our MODERN SALON offices, our entire editorial team voted to have @hollydecastri on our 2017 MODERN SALON 100 list because she is just one of our industry's BEST.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Theodora Raptis @theodoraraptis
Theodora Raptis doesn't just have the coolest name ever, she also has an amazingly beautiful Instagram page. We love featuring her work because she is skilled in both color and styling--see why else she earned a spot on our 2017 MODERN SALON 100.