Lauren Salapatek

7 Benefits of Working in a Salon Studio

Opening a salon is a dream for many. While there’s a plethora of expected pros when going into business for yourself – like controlling your atmosphere, choosing your own retail and back bar, creating a flexible schedule, and branding yourself and your business - there is also a wealth of unexpected benefits that Sola stylists have discovered for themselves. With so much opportunity and support, these stylists have moved their careers in a direction they could once only dream of. It’s evident that going solo was the right move for them…read on to decide if it’s the right move for you, too!

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Advice and Tips from Hair Painting Artist Caroline Kim

When Caroline Kim enrolled in cosmetology school nine years ago, she was simply hoping she’d found a career that would nourish and make use of her creativity. She had no idea that it would lead her to her true calling.

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HOW-TO + VIDEO: Sand-Drift Balayage Inspired by Shifting Sand and Sunlight

Inspired by shifting sand and sunlight, Kadus Professional's hottest summer look—Sand-Drift Balayage—featuring Blondes Unlimited evokes soft, textured waves and golden highlights.

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L'Oréal Professionnel Announces Finalists for Color & Style Trophy

L’Oréal Professionnel has announced the finalists for the first-ever U.S. Color & Style Trophy.

Farouk Systems: Product Pioneer - Safe Hair Care, Hair Color & Tools

Since 1986, Farouk Systems’ commitment to hairdresser health has, is currently and will always be one of the core pillars of their company’s foundation. Did you know their products are synonymous with safety? Read how the brand has maintained its mission throughout the years as a leading hair care company in the beauty industry.

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2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Avant Garde

The Avant Garde category features visionary work that demonstrates new or experimental concepts in expressive, cutting-edge hair. Entries reflected good taste and aesthetically pleasing images. This was not a fantasy category but a display of fashion forward, unique and edgy styles.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Editorial

NAHA's Editorial category shows best published cover or editorial work.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Hair Color

NAHA's Hair Color category shows an eye for the perfect palette and coloring techniques.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Haircutting

See who the 2017 finalists are in the North American Hairstyling Awards' Haircutting category.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Hairstylist of the Year

The Hairstylist of the Year category is the most prestigious recognition a NAHA finalist can attain. Check out these diverse, creative and versatile hair designs capturing the excellence and artistry of the industry.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Makeup

See these tasteful collections of work where NAHA makeup artists used their makeup skills to enhance a beautiful hairstyle collection.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Master Stylist

The Master Stylist category is designed to allow the biggest names in the industry to compete with one another. Entrants are top platform artists, educators, artistic directors and previous Hairstylists of the Year who submit five images of a collection exemplifying best work.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Men

Men's styling is an integral part of the professional beauty industry. Entrants submitted three images displaying their best men's hair styling work.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Nail Professional

See who the 2017 finalists are in the North American Hairstyling Awards' Nail Professional category.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Newcomer Stylist

The Newcomer Stylist category features stylists with less than three years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist. See the finalists!

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Salon/School Design of the Year

Ambiance is critical to a successful salon. Salons and schools in this category are recognized as the most aesthetically pleasing and well-designed in North America.

2017 NAHA FINALISTS: Salon Team of the Year

The NAHA Salon Team category showcases a team's diversity, versatility, creativity and expertise in hair styling. Salon teams must consist of at least two members and be employed at the same salon to be eligible.