To the Republic: An Interview with Salon Republic Founder Eric Taylor
In developing Salon Republic locations, Eric Taylor has created a community of solo hairstylists and beauty artists who can create their best working environment.
by Anne Moratto
Anne Moratto
Director of Brand Content Strategy, MODERN SALON and NAILS
Anne Moratto’s well-rounded beauty career includes years in beauty public relations, beauty marketing, beauty manufacturing, and now, with MODERN SALON, in beauty publishing. The through-line has been an intense interest in all things beauty and a sincere appreciation for the skilled artists and entrepreneurs who make the industry so vital, compelling and creative.
Anne has been honored to be a judge of the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), and the Wella TrendVision Awards. She has launched and hosted the MODERN SALON Independent Boot Camp and the brand-first Indie Pro Awards. As a subject matter expert, Anne has been tapped for her industry expertise by many media outlets. She has been a guest on a Global Wellness Summit webinar discussing the beauty industry and the COVID pandemic, on a virtual conference for the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) and their Executive Summit, and has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with many beauty industry luminaries. She has interviewed beauty legends, billionaire beauty business changemakers, and countless beauty makers and she is grateful there are still so many stories to tell. Anne, a native of Wisconsin, lives with her family in Los Angeles, CA.
Creating a Brass-Free, Warm "Hollywood Caramel" with Marco Pelusi
A master colorist, Hollywood-based Marco Pelusi has a signature highlighting technique that he is making available to professionals, everywhere.
by Anne Moratto
Bringing Out the Inner Blonde and More Transformations by Daniel Mason Jones
Get the formula for this beautiful blonde makeover and see a slideshow of Jone's makeovers.
by Anne Moratto
Deep Root, Silvery Ends and No Brass with Joico Metallics
A smokey, sophisticated color design.
by Anne Moratto
American Crew Announces Worldwide Launch of Master of Men’s Grooming Program
New online education platform for stylists is a certificate training program that focuses on commercially relevant skills of advanced hair cutting and styling techniques.
by Anne Moratto
REF Teams with Artist and Educator Anthony Edge
Anthony Edge will be creating a collection of cuts and styles to inspire REF salons and stylists.
by Anne Moratto
Scalp Micropigmentation: Masking Scars, Creating a Hairline, Restoring Confidence
Scalp Micro USA offers a solution for people suffering from general hair loss, scarring, and alopecia with a treatment called scalp micropigmentation.
by Anne Moratto
Deep, Dimensional Violet
Mixing shades from Pravana Chromasilk and Pravana Vivids for a bright, rich finish.
by Anne Moratto
Kevin.Murphy In Session: Supporting Young Fashion Designers with Release of Session.Spray Limited
Kevin.Murphy releases limited edition Session.Spray while supporting young designers and breast cancer awareness and treatment.
by Anne Moratto
Soft Blush and Rich Mahogany Formulas from Igora Royal
Two rich effects achieved with the newly-launched Igora Royal Opulescence colors.
by Anne Moratto
How To Successfully Retail With Profit-Driven R.O.I Strategies
Salon industry veteran Alan Benfield Bush offers some tips for how to evaluate your product mix and how to set measurable retail goals.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Changes Lives Foundation Announces BCL | CND | Tippi Hedren
Five future Nail Professionals are one step closer to entering their career calling upon receiving a BCL│CND│Tippi Hedren Nail Scholarship.
by Anne Moratto
Are Mannequin Heads Getting Cuter? And Blonder? Yes, Thanks to HairArt
The mannequin head has been made-over by HairArt.
by Anne Moratto
The Ultimate Beachy Blonde Balayage
A gorgeous blonde by a stellar colorist.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Industry Veteran John Woloshyn Joins Keratin Complex
Keratin Complex announced that industry veteran John Woloshyn will be joining the company as new Senior Executive Vice President effective July 1.
by Anne Moratto
Strategic Partners in Combating Hair Loss: Unilever Ventures Joins Nutrafol
Nutrafol nutraceutical supplement for healthy hair growth for men and women has closed its series A financing round. Unilever Ventures, the venture-capital and private-equity arm of consumer packaged goods conglomerate, joins as lead investor.
by Anne Moratto
L'Anza Announces New National Education and Training Manager
J-Travis Walters has joined L'Anza. Walters will help in reinforcing the brand’s mission to Believe.Inspire.Grow.
by Anne Moratto