OPI Reformulates
With the recent news of questionable ingredients in make-up lines, perfumes, deodorants and nail polishes, OPI notes that it continues to be committed to the safety of consumers and beauty professionals.
Laurel Nelson
Contributor
Laurel Nelson is a freelance writer who worked for Modern Salon Media for 12 years. During her time with the company she served as Author - Editor of Salon Today for several years and then Author - Editor of Modern Salon for two years. She is currently a stay-at-home mom who continues to enjoy writing and researching for the beauty industry.
Earth Month '08: Every Drop Matters
Known for its dedication to the environment, Aveda has announced its 2008 Earth Month campaign—protecting clean water rights across the globe.
Zotos' Eco-Friendly Practices
Its manufacturing plant in Geneva, New York, is the setting for most of the company’s recent eco upgrades.
The Fruit of Farouk's Research
As a company of hairdressers for hairdressers, Farouk Systems took the lead with extensive research and development aided by the great scientists of NASA to develop the CHI brand of tools.
Pravana Naturceuticals
An eco-friendly line, Pravana Naturceuticals, brings together nature and technology to produce formulas that comply with state and federal environmental regulations.
Baliage: Not Just for Blondes!
Sal Marchese of Salon Marsal (salonmarsal.com) shares his tips and techniques for baliage, a technique where a colorist uses a brush to paint a thick mixture of lightener onto a section of hair in one of three paint designs. These designs—singles, slants, V and W use a “sweeping” motion to apply lightener from thin at roots to thicker towards the end.
5 Questions for Paul Labrecque
This celebrity stylist has a trio of successful Manhattan salons, an award-winning hair care collection and enviable clientele. Here, he shares his thoughts on the business of color.
Voice Your Professional Opinion
Want to tell the world about your favorite product? Cast your vote in MODERN SALON’s first annual Professional Picks Awards. Categories include: best sellers, favorite stylers, best color products, favorite tools and more!
Pantone's Fall Predictions
After a summer filled with brightly colored sundresses, streaky blonde hair and flashy sandals, fall is upon us. As the weather changes, so does fashion. And as we all know, fashion and beauty go hand-in-hand. When your clients start pulling on sweaters and wrapping scarves around their necks, it’s time to talk about new hair color.
Beauty Bus Foundation
The Beauty Bus Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for home-bound, terminally or chronically ill patients and their primary caregivers.
Steal This Plan!
When San Francisco salon owner Gina Khan (ginakhan.com) and her husband Vijai Manilal (CEO of Gina Khan Salon, Inc.) decided to open a second location in nearby Walnut Creek, California, they did it by the books.
Shades of Fall
Try this rich, shiny look on clients looking for warmer, deeper shades this fall after a summer of sunny highlights. Clairol Design Team Member Edgardo Escribano did the cut and style and Clairol Design Team Member Paula Abrantes did the color—both from the Adam Broderick Salon, Ridgefield, Connecticut.
Get the Secrets to Mila Kunis' Sunkissed Style
Hollywood cutie Mila Kunis recently added a few golden highlights to her dark tresses for a more summery style. Joico Celebrity Stylist George Papanikolas shares the secret to giving this look to your clients in two different ways.
Keep It Short and Sweet
This short, sassy ’do from Aveda will thrill your curl clients. Executed by the Aveda Artistic team, it's a cut worth emulating!
Rocker Curls
Barbara Lhotan of ElieElie Salon in Winchester, Virginia, created this modern updo at a recent MODERN SALON Artist Session (modernsalon.com/artistsession). Here, she details the steps to get the look.
Not Your Ordinary Bob
Are you ready to give some edge to your clients with bobs? This bob with sky-high angles and a dramatic fringe is just the ticket. Frank Izquertzo of Prive salon in Miami created the look.
Interview with Daniel Holzberger, NAHA Finalist
In addition to his Avant Garde nomination this year, Holzberger is also a finalist in this year’s Editorial Stylist category. Here, Holzberger shares with us his passion for NAHA and why he keeps entering.