New Make-up Trend: Arrowed Eyes (See the 4 Types!)
Shawn Towne, makeup artist and global educator for Jane Iredale offers MODERN four ways to create arrowed eyes for your clients.
Lauren Salapatek
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As the Web Editor, Lauren Salapatek manages the creation, production and editing of all editorial online content for Modern Salon Media's websites and e-newsletters. Since January 2010, Lauren has worked at Modern Salon Media covering salon style, products, trends and more.
The Make-up Artist Who Transforms Her Face to Resemble 50+ Celebs
Make-up really can do wonders! French Makeup Artist from Paris, Magali Beauvue can do astonishing things using light and dark foundation – just see for yourself!
HOW-TO: Rich Red Hair Color with Golden Caramel Highlights
You asked for it, and we are delivering! This Rich Red with Golden Caramel Highlights hit a whopping 3.5K "Likes" on Modern's Facebook recently! We have the how-to steps to this need-to-try hair color for Autumn 2014!
Clipper Care and Maintenance 101
Caring for your clipper is easy if you know what to do! According to Clipper Guy Ivan Zoot for Andis, many clipper problems arise in the first place because of insufficient lubrication and not using enough oil between uses. Learn how to properly care for your clipper.
3 Versatile Winter Haircuts With Texture and Layers
See these three haircuts each styled two different ways. As part of the 2014 Winter Frozen Collection by William De Ridder, these looks are both fashionable and versatile in finishing and styling.
20 Intense Nail Polish Designs You Need to Try
MODERN scoured the Internet bringing you some of our favorite “intense” nail designs from Instagram! Inside you will see everything from Japanese- and Aztec-inspired designs to watermelon and leopard print – not to mention florals, stick-ons and matte polishes.
7 Tips to Make Your Client's Blow-Dry/Blowout Last 72 Hours
When your client is spending $35+ for a professional blow-dry, you definitely want their style to last more than just 24 hours! Here are 7 tips on how to make that happen.
4 Ways to Market to Millennials Through Social Media
It's no secret that the 18- to 34-year-old demographic is the most coveted one - they are the future of any product, and if you want to reach them, then you have to have a strong social media strategy. Danard discusses social media marketing and the trends that are currently unfolding in the salon industry and businesses nationwide.
Can Drinking Water Take 10 Years Off Your Face and Body?
Find out 4 benefits of drinking water, how much water you should be drinking daily, AND see the before and after of one woman who drank the recommended dosage of water every day for a month -- she looks 10 years younger.
4 Things Your Eyebrows Might Be Telling You About Your Health
Are your client's eyebrows thinning? Scaly and red? Patchy? Find out what may be causing these common issues.
Move Over Fishtail Braid - Meet the Lobster Tail Twist!
There is no denying that the fishtail braid had a great run; from the side to messy to in the ponytail, but Mario Russo, owner and lead stylist of Salon Mario Russo in Boston, believes it’s time for a new tail to have their chance in the spotlight. Cue the Lobster Tail Twist.
Sleep Wrinkles 101 and How to Avoid Them
Is the way you are sleeping at night making you age faster? Find out.
TRY IT: Pixie Cut Styling Idea - The Slick and Short Pompadour
We’re not taking credit for what’s been perfected, just making it a little easier for your client's to rock their short pompadour pixie cut.
HOW-TO: The Braided Butterfly Updo -- Photo Steps Included!
It’s unusual, but elegant at the same time. The Butterfly Updo by AllDayChic is easy to achieve with proper sectioning, braiding and finishing. Follow the steps below to replicate this look that’s guaranteed to get noticed.
3 Need-to-Know Tips for Doing Photoshoots
Three photoshoot tips offered by Multiple NAHA Winner Ruth Roche, artistic ambassador for Pureology Serious Colour Care.
5 Harmful Chemicals That May be Lurking in Your Makeup
What chemicals are lurking in your makeup? Find out which ingredients should be avoided.
5 Things Your Skin May Be Telling You About Your Health
While most people look at the skin just for beauty purposes, there is a lot more to it. Often times when you look a little deeper it is clear to see that our skin is telling us something about what’s going on with our overall health.