25 Halloween Makeup Looks to Scream Over
These Halloween looks are to die for.
by Mary Kaleta
Mary Kaleta
Senior Editor
5 Tips for a Successful Consultation from Lisa Walker @lisalovesbalayage
Hair colorist Lisa Walker, @lisalovesbalayage, draws an audience with her outgoing personality and mad color skills--her Instagram name says it all. The artist is also traveling the country with her Balayage Bootcamp and teaching other artists her techniques and tips. Here, Walker shares five tips for a successful consultation.
by Mary Kaleta
30 Pretty in Pink Hair Colors and Styles We Love
There's power in the color pink. We've collected 30 of our favorite pink looks from Instagram for color inspiration for you and your clients.
by Mary Kaleta
How R+CO is Shaping the Beauty Industry: Q+A with Howard McLaren
Rockstars aren't the only ones who go on tour. This year, R+Co is producing it's Legends Tour with Co-Founder and Creative Director Howard McLaren. The tour is a celebration of iconic hair styles. During the tour, McLaren is exploring the inspirational work of hairdressers from different eras through live demos.
by Mary Kaleta
7 Hair Transformations and Tutorials to Watch this Week
Stylists and colorists are using Instagram to post more than just beautiful hair pictures. Here are seven hair transformations and tutorials to watch this week.
by Mary Kaleta
Emmys 2018: Looks We Loved
The 2018 Emmys were filled with TV's biggest stars. Here are some of our favorite looks and how to recreate them.
by Mary Kaleta
Pink for Progress: Salon Products that Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Research
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are products you and you salon could use and have on hand for clients to purchase for the cause.
by Mary Kaleta
These 20 Artists Know How to Create the Perfect Pony
These 20 stylists have shown that the ponytail can be so much more. From power looks to piece-y textures and intricate bridal ponies, this style has pushed its way to the top tier of updos. We've gathered 20 of our favorite ponytails from Instagram to inspire you to create your own.
by Mary Kaleta
45 Brunette Looks We're Falling for this Season
We've gathered 45 of our favorite brunette looks from Instagram to arm you with inspiration for the client requests that will inevitably roll in this time of year. From lighter brondes to deep chocolates, there are a variety of hues to inspire your creativity during the cooler months.
by Mary Kaleta
Get the Look: Platinum Blonde Highlights Using Fluid Hair Painting
The days of clients requesting sunny summer blonde hues might seem to be fading away as brunettes begin to trend again for fall. But Artist Connective member McKenna Anzaldua (@mckenna_mckenna) decided that the colder months don't have to mean an absence of blonding.
by Mary Kaleta
How this Toasted Coconut Hair Went Viral
August 15, 2018 might have been a typical day at the salon for Atlanta-based artist Kayluh Stewart. But when she posted an image of a lob with a deep base and iced-out ends, she captioned it "Toasted Coconut," and Instagram fell in love.
by Mary Kaleta
Introducing Bioprogramming: Beauty Devices Designed to Treat Hair While Styling
Everyday tools such as blow dryers, curling irons and flat irons help millions of people achieve beautiful straight or curly hair.
by Mary Kaleta
Get the Look: Platinum with a Punch of Yellow Using Matrix SoColor Cult
MODERN SALON Artist Connective member Hailey Mahone (@haileymahonehair) has a spunky nature that's apparent from her Instagram page. The Texarkana, Texas-based artist is known for her ability to create gorgeous color blends in nearly every shade. In a recent post, Mahone showed off her love of yellow with a platinum combination that has us hanging on to summer just a little bit longer.
by Mary Kaleta
30 Beauty-Related Memes to Get You Through the Week
We know you work hard. Take a break with some of our favorite beauty-related memes.
by Mary Kaleta
For the Love of Lob: 20 Long-Bob Hairstyles to Inspire You
Long live the lob! We've put together a list of some of our favorite lobs from Instagram to inspire you.
by Mary Kaleta
Q+A with Crystal Swinder: Browtender and Satin Smooth Educator
Maryland-based Browtender Crystal Swinder shares her journey as well as tips to creating envious brows and a successful business.
by Mary Kaleta
Recreate Lili Reinhart's Golden Nails for the 2018 Teen Choice Awards with these Shades from Essie
Celebrity manicurist Steph Stone used essie shades High Tides & Dives and the Speed.Setter top coat to create Reinhart's look.
by Mary Kaleta