COLLECTION: Guardians by Daniel Granger
Inspired by guardian angels and mystical figures, Daniel Granger Hairdressing’s latest collection, sponsored by professional hair brand Joico, is entitled 'Guardians.'
Lauren Salapatek
Web Editor
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.
COLLECTION: Disparate Hearts by Ian Davies at Ocean Hairdressing
Ian Davies at Ocean Hairdressing for Joico has been named a finalist in this year's British Hairdressing Awards. See images from his winning collection, Disparate Hearts.
L'Oreal Professionnel Balayage Certification
L'Oreal Professionnel is on a mission to step up their Balayage offering and formalize their training to salons across the country to meet the growing and diversifying interests in it. Hence, they are creating a full Balayage Certification Program. Read more about it.
Win a John Amico Haircare Caribbean Cruise in January 2014
Annually John Amico members have the opportunity to earn a free Educational Cruise to the Caribbean. Find out the three ways to win a spot on this grand adventure!
NEW STUDY: Why Women Prefer a Salon Service over "Do it Yourself"
Despite an increased emphasis on DIY (Do-It-Yourself) beauty in the consumer landscape, many women prefer to leave the work to the professionals. See the full results according to a recent consumer survey conducted by Harris Interactive.
Alfaparf Milano Semi Di Lino Split Ends Recovery Fluid
Alfaparf Milano's Semi Di Lino Split Ends Recover Fluid is a leave-in fluid that repairs and restores damaged ends. The fluid combats problematic, dry split ends by replenishing the hair shaft and forming an invisible film that coats the damaged hair.
COLLECTION: The Royal Marie Antoinette by Alexia Johnny
Hair stylist Alexia Johnny submitted this Marie Antoinette photo shoot to MODERN recently. Read about the inspiration and looks in this hair collection.
Theorie Titanium 4inOne Digital Curling System
The Titanium 4 in One Digital Curling System by Theorie is the centerpiece of their Professional Salon Model series. The Digital Curling System includes four interchangeable titanium barrels with dual PTC heaters to ensure accurate and consistent heat transfer.
3 Tips for Texturizing Hair: Tools, Sectioning and Technique
Refresh your texturizing techniques with advice from Andrew Carruthers, director of education for Sam Villa. Here, he breaks down texturizing into three areas—tools, sectioning and technique.
HOW-TO: Lift From a Light Brunette to a Bright Blonde
Pasquale Caselle, International Creative Director for It&ly Hairfashion transformed this level 5 dark brunette into a dazzling level 11 blonde. The steps are simple...see what Caselle did to create this look.
VoCe Refresh Me Dry Shampoo
VoCe has just come out with a new product--Refresh Me Dry Shampoo. This dry shampoo features a formula that goes on super clean and smooth (not sticky) and can be sprayed on with varying intensity depending on how hard you press the nozzle. The bottle is twice the size, which is a bonus!
SFIEC Students Make Holidays Brighter for Foster Kids
This season, over 50 San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology (SFIEC) students have teamed up with iFoster to offer provide free hair cuts, discounted color services, facials, and more for foster families.
4 Tips From Aveda for Soothing Stress
Studies show that stress can sabotage even the best efforts to be happy and healthy. Aveda has compiled a cheat sheet of simple, proven steps to alleviate anxiety and put us all on the path toward greater well-being.
COLLECTION: The Style and Masculinity of Tom Ford by Eric Mayes
When Joico Guest Artist Eric Mayes set about seeking inspiration for the collection that he would be creating on behalf of jcpenney salons for the newly-created men’s category of the North American Hairstyling Awards, his first thought was the talented fashion designer and director, Tom Ford. Not Ford’s work, but the man himself, whose personal style is the ultimate in masculinity, fashion and luxury. See the looks.
Arrojo Healing Oil
Read about the features and benefits of Arrojo's new restorative glossing spray, Healing Oil.
Andis Raises Record Funds for Racine County United Way
Last year, Andis Company associates set a record raising funds for the United Way of Racine County. This year, they have surpassed last year’s contribution by a substantial 6 percent.
Hot Tools' NexGen Appliances Infused With Coconut and Jojoba
Hot Tools’ NexGen appliances are formulated with the essences of coconut and jojoba extracts, combined with Titanium and Nano Ceramic Micro Shine technologies.