Millennium's Winners of The Experience Hair Show: See the Work!
Millennium Software's The Experience event in Miami, Florida, will have a first-ever hair show—presented by local cosmetology students and mentored by Robert Cromeans!
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.
Braided Updo on Alicia Keys at Billboard Music Awards
Alicia Keys wore a body-hugging gown and an elaborate braided look at the Billboard Music Awards. Here's how it was done!
Miley Cyrus: Short Hair, Short Dress at Billboard Music Awards
Miley Cyrus shows off a shorter 'do at the Billboard Music Awards—and a thigh-skimming Jean Paul Gaultier blazer-inspired dress.
Here Comes the Bride: A Wedding Updo
Learn how to create a beautiful, clean, Martin-Parsons inspired-updo for your summer brides, bridesmaids and prom-goers!
How To: Sidewinder Fishtail Braid
Learn how to create the Sidewinder Fishtail French Braid by following these steps.
Travel Lightly: Purse-Sized Product Companions
The professional beauty industry is an international business that never stops—requiring frequent travel for editors as we cover events that happen around the country and, sometimes, the globe. While this is an enormous privilege and we have a blast zipping around, it can also be challenging given the carry-on restrictions. But, thanks to travel-sized products, the challenge is a little easier to manage.
Vintage Vidal: Throwback Sassoon Commercials
MODERN SALON takes a look back at Vidal Sassoon's commercials: "If You Don't Look Good, We Don't Look Good."
Create the Herringbone Side Bun Updo
Dress up your clients' buns by adding interest! Learn how to create the Herringbone Bun updo: an alternative to a plain side bun.
That's a Wrap: French Braid Swirl Technique
Learn how to create a french braid swirl that wraps up the head in this step-by-step tutorial from MODERN Facebook fan Erica Stoy.
Duchess of (New) York
Oribe Hair Care brings together local talent to participate in a stage-side, pop-up performance salon.
Process: New Wave
Arrojo has launched the American Wave System, a professional wave and texture-enhancing service that creates a range of customized styles from beachy waves to expanded textures and curls.
Three MAJOR Makeovers
Matrix Artistic Team members Brian and Sandra Smith create three makeovers that will SHOCK you!
NAHA 2012 Finalists: Salon Design
Congratulations to the 2012 NAHA finalists for Salon Design! Let's check out the pics!
NAHA 2012 Finalists: Avant Garde
and the NAHA finalists are... Read this article to see all the pics of the finalists' work for the Avant Garde category.
Sun-Kissed Brunettes: Summer Color Formulas Your Clients Crave
Rich with dimension, delicately balanced, these bombshell browns are strategically enhanced to deliver deep shine with natural appeal. Here, four artists use four different formulas and application techniques to achieve lust-worthy locks your clients will be begging for this summer.
Rebel Chic by Rusk
Rusk's 2012 Collection, Rebel Chic, is inspired by powerful women who took risks and championed change—defining movement and trend.
Wella's House of Color: Advanced Education at The Studio
As a recent beauty school graduate, and an editor for MODERN SALON with a HUGE passion for color, I am touring advanced academies, certifications and training programs across the country to give you the need-to-knows on how YOU can be the best hairdresser possible. And? It all starts with education. In this article, I head to The Studio in Woodland Hills, California, for Wella's Essential Color class.