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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.
David Guerin, Global Artistic Director for Oster Professional, has created Renegades on a Mission, a non-profit corporation that raises money, equipment, and man power for individuals faced with devastation beyond their control.
Some people in the beauty industry were just born with natural talent. For some, their niche is color, for others, it's nails. Some prefer make-up while others hit it big with cutting. For Roni, it's all of the above.
I recently received an interesting package in the mail that got all the editors’ attention. It was a Vibe flatiron—which uses vibrating plate technology to realign damaged hair and close raised cuticles.
“Nothing says ‘pretty’ and ‘romantic’ the way pink does,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “Every woman can wear the shade—and these luscious light pinks are completely irresistible!”
The Bronner Bros. International Beauty Show is one of the largest shows specializing in African American hair and skin care. Modern was at the show this weekend in Atlanta, Georgia, and had a blast! The show is PACKED with education—and people!—where educators cover everything from natural textures, weaves, cutting, make-up, color, barbering and business. Check out some of the pics!
Love Modern?? We love you too!! Did you know Modern has a Facebook fan page? Yep, it’s true. And there’s nothing Modern loves more than our readers. So, we want to reward you for becoming a fan of Modern on Facebook by giving you free stuff. And, who doesn’t love free stuff??!!
Moroccanoil has lightened up a little! Launching at America's Beauty Show in March, Moroccanoil introduces Moroccanoil Light, boasting the same shiny, smooth results as the original formula, but in a lighter consistency, perfect for fine and fair colored hair.
Remember when Angelina Jolie was a golden blonde in Girl, Interrupted?? I LOVED IT! Although she's not an all-over blonde, she did get some new chunky highlights!
Cynthia Rowley is known for her whimsical-yet-sophisticated aesthetic with a vintage-inspired slant. For Fall ’10, the collection feels more indie and tough, not ladylike. She takes classic, feminine wardrobe elements, like the dress and the elbow glove, but redefines them for the modern, tough girl. The clothing and accessories for Fall concentrate on volume, texture and movement, which is accomplished with lots of feathers, fringed leather, and silk fringe.
Modern Salon TV—only one-day old—has already made quite the splash in the beauty industry! If you haven't seen our premiere episode, you MUST tune in! Visit modernsalon.tv to watch!! Let us know what YOU think! Afterall, you're the reason we launched the show! Everyone has their preference of the way they get their information. Whether that's through the printed magazine, daily e-newsletters, the digital edition of Modern Salon, mobile edition, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, etc. now you can sit back, relax and enjoy the show : )
"The Jason Wu hair look for this season is all about charm—this is a look of romance and innocence. I took inspiration from Holly Hunter in the film The Piano," Odile Gilbert says.
After three years of carrying the incredibly successful Arrojo product line at his namesake salon in New York City, Nick Arrojo found the next logical step in the Arrojo brand was to make the product available to salons across the country.
Lately, there's been a lot of talk about giving back. Whether you're giving back to the community, giving back to your peers, or giving back to the industry—whatever you can do to make a difference in the lives of others is so important.
The Rusk-sponsored finale of Hair Wars, held at Moon Nightclub in Palms Casino Resort, was the culmination of a series of competitions.
Sugar … oh hunny, hunny!! Whoever said sweets weren’t good for you was sadly mistaken!! If beautiful curls are what you and your clients covet, then get ready, get set and indulge kinks with just the right treat!
I'm here at the International Salon and Spa Expo in Long Beach, California, and man oh man, I am meeting all of the industry rockstars!
"It is our hope and prayer that our efforts will help aid the families and victims of this natural disaster. If we can help even one family during this tumultuous time we will do just that,” says Bruno Mascolo.
