MAKEOVER: Given Total Freedom For Fun Fashion Color
Get the details for this fun and dramatic makeover after her client gave her "complete control."
Maggie Mulhern
Beauty and Fashion Director, MODERN SALON
MODERN's Beauty & Fashion Director is the NYC based Editor and Art Director for Modern Salon Magazine and modernsalon.com. Maggie joined MODERN in the 1980's and has spent more than 3 decades covering the professional beauty industry around the world. In addition to writing articles, Maggie travels globally as a journalist to report on the latest trends, products and techniques in the professional beauty world. Known for a keen eye, Maggie has judged hundreds of national competitions including NAHA, and international competitions such as Wella International Trend Vision and Goldwell Color Zoom among others. As an Art Director, Maggie is responsible for hundreds of magazine covers and thousands of inside pages and features for Modern Salon and her sister publications. Among her many professional passions is ARTIST SESSION, the 2-day workshop she founded which offers direction and inspiration to hairdressers interested in learning how to do successful photoshoots. A graduate of Boston College, Maggie is the author of Great Looks (Doubleday) and, in the few minutes of spare time she has left, is working on a book for children that has NOTHING to do with beauty.
Makeover: Balayage and Babylights For a Fresh Bronde
Get the details for this color and cut correction, using babylights, balayage and curtain bangs for a new look.
Meet Chris Appleton - Hair Star
Chris Appleton is the hairdresser behind Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry and so many more. Learn more about his journey from Leicester, England to Hollywood.
Exciting New Look and Launches From Keratin Complex
Zoe Hyams, Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations, chats about all things new and fabulous at Keratin Complex, including new imagery, packaging, and some exciting freshly launched products.
Salon Owner Mom Takes Her Daughter from 'Tween to Teen with a New Cut
A salon owner mom Jen Dozier helps her daughter go from 'tween to teen with a liberating new cut.
Public Relations For Your Salon Or You - Is It Still Necessary?
Social media has made it easier for salons and stylists to connect quickly and directly with consumers, so is there still a need for a professional public relations person or firm? Katherine Rothman, CEO of KMR Communications, tells us why she thinks it's more important than ever.
Makeover: Back to Bright Blonde
This client hasn't had her hair colored in two years! See how this colorist brought her back to her desired icy blonde using an interesting bleaching technique and great toning.
Tips for Correct Body Positioning for the Professional Hairdresser
The experts at Sam Villa offer their tips for correct body positioning when performing a cut or color.
Caramel Foilyage On a Level Five Base For Added Dimension
Get the details for this makeover, from soft blonde to a level 5 with caramel highlights, created using the foilyage technique.
Babylights, Dusting and Perfect Toning For A Brighter Finish
Andreana Nunez (@dreeanaloveee) of Agence Salon, San Dimas, California, shares the details for a brighter look using babylights, dusting and perfect toning.
Makeover: Cut and Color For the Low Maintenance Client
"Katie hadn't touched her hair in over a year, since I highlighted it last," says Min Kim (@minkimcolorist), Master Color Specialist, Butterfly Studio Salon, NYC. According to Kim, Katie is a low maintenance girl. Here she shares the details for this makeover.
The Real Deal: Adir Abergel
Adir Abergel shares his seven nuggets of inspiration, tips and advice for stylist success.
MODERN SALON Artist Session Phootshoot Inspires Team
Novak Hair Studios Owner Ben Hudgins brought seven team members to MODERN SALON's Artist Session in NYC to unleash their creativity and create award-winning photos.
Tip of the Day: Coloring Wefts and Extensions
In this short video, Rachel Cordasco gives GREAT tips on how to efficiently color wefts so that the color is seamless and lasts.
MEN'S GROOMING: Changing Texture With A Razor
Frank Gambuzza uses a razor to remove density and change the texture of the hair. "It's all about versatility and flexibility," Gambuzza, owner of Salon Visage, Knoxville, Tennessee, says. Here he shares tips and demonstrates in a short video.
See How to Create an Infinity Braid
Learn how to create an intricate infinity braid in this short video tutorial.
Video Tutorial: Double Knotted Chignon
MODERN stopped by the ECRU New York headquarters in Fair Lawn, New Jersey and met with Amanda Jenkins who shares a quick demo on one of her favorite looks, a double knotted chignon, perfect for any bride or special occasion client.