Greg Zorian Joins Modern Salon Learning Team of Educators
Modernsalonlearning.com now features expert barber training! Learn to cut hair from third generation master barber Greg Zorian and his team of industry professionals.
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.
America's Beauty Show Hits 90-Year Mark
There’s only one America’s Beauty Show and it’s almost here! Cosmetologists Chicago (CC) is presenting its 90th consecutive America's Beauty Show (ABS), (formerly The Midwest Beauty Show) March 9-11, 2013, at McCormick Place West in downtown Chicago.
Femininity Through the Eras: Afro, Flat Top, Bob and Blowout
In Peter Prosser's newest collection “Anniversaire,” the styles start in the 1960s and move forward to capture the iconic trends up the 21st Century. The collection was computed in black and white to engage a timeless element, such as the iconic styles themselves.
COLLECTION: FHI Heat's The Secret to Beautiful Hair
As its first timeless collection in a series of collections that “unlock the secrets to beautiful hair,” FHI Heat unveils this collection which exudes elegance and character.
New "Associate Designer" Positions at JCPenney Salons Nationwide
JCPenney is a launching an exciting new position in the salon industry that embraces raw, new talent. Entitled “Associate Designer,” this position presents the opportunity to truly learn the inter-workings of a salon with emphasis on product knowledge, client interaction and technical training. Apply now!
HOW-TO: Claire Danes' Suave Ponytail at SAG Awards
The SAG Awards are known for honoring the best actors and actresses on television and in the film industry, and this year the 2013 Screen Actors Guild Awards brought together some of film's finest--in both acting and style. MODERN has the how-to on how to achieve Claire Danes' hair style created by Peter Butler.
America's Beauty Show 2013
Cosmetologists Chicago is presenting it's 90th consecutive America's Beauty Show (ABS), (formerly The Midwest Beauty Show) March 9-11, 2013 at McCormick Place West in downtown Chicago. Read the full details.
ONES TO WATCH: Trish Dool, Student For Life
Trish Dool has worked as a hair stylist at Eric Fisher Salon for almost twenty years. As Artistic Director of the salon, she is the head of education for their new staff. Read more about Dool and see photos of her work.
HOW-TO: Jennifer Lopez and Heidi Klum's Side Parts & Swept Waves
The popular side part and side swept waves were a hit at the 2013 Golden Globes recently. Here are some popular looks from the evening seen on Jennifer Lopez and Heidi Klum that you can re-create in a few steps.
Make Your Arrangements for ISSE Long Beach 2013!
It’s almost go-time for the West Coast’s total beauty event, the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach show, January 26 - 28 2013, at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, CA. If you haven’t made your arrangements, now is the time! To help make your ISSE Long Beach show experience the best possible, here are a few tips to help maximize your time and enjoyment. Also, be sure to stop by the MODERN Booth #1708.
HOW-TO: First Lady Michelle Obama's New Bangs
If you caught the official swearing-in ceremony at the Presidential Inauguration on Sunday, you also probably caught a glimpse of First Lady Michelle Obama's new bangs. "To address the most significant event of the weekend, I love her bangs," Obama said, according to USA Today. "She looks good. She always looks good."
Lydia Sarfati Inspires Future Beauty Professionals
Lydia Sarfati, Repêchage CEO and Founder was invited to speak to future professionals at two Tricoci University of Beauty Culture campuses in the Chicago area. Sarfati presented an inspirational as well as technical demonstrations to the Harlem and Rockford campuses providing Tricoci students with the tools they will need to succeed after graduation.
Wig Education Program for Stylists
What's in a wig and how does a hair stylist help a client choose, cut, style and maintain it? Until now, working with wigs was a specialty, but thanks to a new educational website, WigEdu hair stylists will learn everything they need to know about recommending the appropriate wig, wig construction information, materials, sizing as well as a primer on the various conditions that cause hair loss.
How To Determine Eye Brow Length
Boom Boom, owner of Boom Boom Brow Bar offers some eye brow guidelines for beginners.
Create An App For Your Salon
Appsbar has created a “Create your Own App” platform, which is available now for free for salon owners to create their own apps, even if they have no technical experience. Read more.
Better Salon Lighting for Your Salon: Peter Millard Lighting
Salon design expert Peter Millard has revealed his new Peter Millard Salon Lighting. Responding to the demand for an affordable and accurate color evaluation tool, the author of the industry-defining book "Reinventing Space" has developed a new line of salon lighting for professional colorists.
OPI's Liquid Sand Shades Inspired by Disney's Oz
OPI has announced the launch of six limited edition nail lacquers and a new Liquid Sand shade, inspired by Disney’s Oz The Great and Powerful. With an all-star cast that includes James Franco and Michelle Williams, this highly-anticipated film opens in theaters on March 8, 2013.