5 Tips on Choosing a Great Brush
While on set at Olivia Garden's recent Power to the Tools photoshoot, editorial stylist Steve Elias shares his top five tips on brush selection.
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.
Power to the Tools: Olivia Garden Gives the Spotlight to Brushes
2017 marks the golden anniversary for Olivia Garden. As the iconic brush and tool manufacturer celebrates 50 beautiful years, its newest collection reflects the versatility of the brand, and the results achievable through quality tools.
Pink Pout Makeup How-To by Aveda's Janell Geason
A flawless complexion and pink pout--plus all the products Aveda's Janell Geason used to create this fresh face!
Ian Michael Black Uses Aveda Full Spectrum Hair Color in Two Eclipting Techniques
In the images featured in the Aveda's Spring/Summer 2017 collection, Aveda Global Artistic Director of Hair Color Ian Michael Black used Full Spectrum color and the Eclipting technique of focusing color through the top of the head and under the fringe to flatter the face shape and complement the cut.
Conquering Chemo: Colorist Creates "Mermaid Hair" in Hospital Room Makeover
“I'll never forget when Liz asked me to do this in the hospital," says Yvonne Stonesifer of San Antonio, Texas. "She wanted to be in control of her hair, her choice, not chemo and not cancer. Sometimes the choices we make in coloring our hair are so much deeper than trends. They can be full of emotion, and life changing.” See the powerful story here.
Ulta Beauty's Debut on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
On June 21, Ulta Beauty proudly opened the doors of its brand-new downtown Chicago store for a sneak peek celebration of its 999th location. The grand opening on the Magnificent Mile showcases Ulta Beauty’s new look.
Choose Beauty: Vaughn Acord's Industry Path From Model to Owner to Manufacturer
Salon owner and celebrity stylist Vaughn Acord fulfilled a lifelong dream when he launched his men’s grooming line.
Man Up: Grow and Maintain Your Men's Business in Unisex Salons
V76 founder Vaughn Acord shares steps on how to increase your men’s business in a unisex salon.
Go24.7's New Raw Collection Featuring Men's Hair Inspired by the Eras
In Go24.7’s newest men's collection, artists Gary Baker and Dylan Johnson put a modern spin on well-known trends over the decades.
Verb's New Sea Collection
To celebrate the new product launches in the Sea Collection, Verb has released a summer-infused collection of images showcasing naturally tousled body with weightless and crunch-free texture.
Graphic Tease: Creating Design Effects in Hair Cuts for Men and Women
BaBylissPRO Educator Carlos Estrella shares tips for creating hair design e ects on both men and women.
Tailormade Highlighting with Brazilian Colorist Tiago Aprigio Using Keune Haircosmetics Ultimate Blonde Lightener
Brazilian colorist Tiago Aprigio uses backcombing, zig-zag sectioning and vertical sectioning to create his tailormade highlighting technique at Keune Australia's headquarters in Sydney.
Sydney's 2017 Day With Keune Inspires with Top Talent from Global Artists
Every two years, Day With Keune, Keune Australia's bi-annual hair and fashion show, features top global talent for a full day of inspiration, education and jaw-dropping beauty.
Get Inspired, Get Hired: Premiere Orlando Hosts Job Fair
For the first time, included with a Premiere Orlando show pass purchase is access to the show's job fair, hosted by Beauty Cast Network.
Pink Pewter Launches Cosmetics, Makeup Brushes and Lashes
Best-known for creating beautiful hair adornments, trendy accessories and attracting the masses to their booth at beauty shows, Pink Pewter is excited to bring the brand to the next level with its new makeup line,
BREAKING NEWS: Meet Ulta Beauty’s New Pro Team
This just in! Ulta Beauty just announced the formation of the Ulta Beauty Pro Team, an epic grouping of hairdressing talent with more than 100 years of combined experience. As this news breaks, MODERN is in Orlando with Ulta Beauty and team lead Nick Stenson, chief artistic director. See who’s on the team!
Commitment-Free Color: Hotheads' Victoria Casciola Uses Extensions to Create Chemical-Free Color
Hotheads Artistic Director Victoria Casciola showcases how hair extensions can be used outside of adding length.