Broadening Your Base
If you don’t have clients of all ages from all walks of life, you won’t have a business that’s sustainable for decades. At Michael Christopher Salon in Highland Heights, Ohio, salon manager Marianne Nicolli says the key to ...
So Over Ombre
Arrivederci, ombre! According to Framesi Italian Style educator and Austin, Texas, salon owner Carter T. Lund, spring/summer hair hues are all about subtlety. “The way we were doing ombre two years ago and even now (dark roots and ...
All Inclusive: MODERN's March Issue
As the last months of winter come to a close, my desire for a vacation climbs to an all-time high. In fact, as soon as the holidays are over, I’m ready to say “goodbye” to the salt-stained pavement and murky puddles, and ...
NYFW: Rodney Cutler For Zimmermann
“Zimmermann has always held a place close to my heart," says Lead Hair Stylist: Rodney Cutler for Cutler/Redken Salon. "As an Australian, I am so proud to support and stand beside other talented Australians. The sexy, ...
February Is the Short Month & Here's How to Make it BIG
February is the short month. It is only short by a few days. It feels a lot shorter than it really is. February feels like it is over before you get started. It is already half over as I type this.February needs a haircut ...
by Anne Moratto
NYFW How-To: Aveda Makeup and Essie Mani at Costello Tagliapietra FW15
Design team Jeffrey Costello and Robert Tagliapietra showed a romantic, enchanting collection with bold silhouettes and hues that took us into the woods with touches of wines, golds and teals. Aveda and Essie artists were tasked with ...
by Lauren Quick
Valentine's Day Beards - 4 Ways to Brush up on Your Skills!
Valentine's day is tomorrow, and lovers everywhere will be gearing up for the annual homage to St Valentine. For traditional unisex salons this means a spike in business as love-struck female clients call in to make sure every hair is ...
5 Reasons Why You Should Go Organic With Your Haircolor
As a beauty professional, you’ve probably heard the term “organic” haircolor. Maybe, you scoff at idea. Maybe, you’re a health-conscious hairstylist whose ears just perked up. Either way, step away from the ...
Valentine's Service and Décor Tips from Sola Salon Studios
It doesn’t take much to show your love for someone, including your clients. Take the time to make them feel special and you will be their stylist sweetheart 4-ever.Sola Salon Suites shares great tips on their blogs for independent stylists ...
HOW-TO: Going From an Intense/Vibrant Haircolor to a Neutral Tone
When Nicoletta Whitaker of Aureilo Salon had a guest request to change her haircolor from red to blonde, she knew she was in for a challenge. She informed the client that it would not happen overnight and would take multiple visits, but both ...
#SalonConfessions
We’re sharing the nitty, gritty details of everyday salon life. The gross, the inappropriate, the strange or otherwise, these stylists have experienced it all!SLIGHTLY TOASTED"I had a client bring me a salad crouton once to show me ...
Eat Your Way to Health: Advice From a Hairdresser Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition
A hairdresser's day can be a hectic one and often self-care takes the backseat to client care, especially when it comes to nutrition. Lisa Botts, a hairdresser certified in plant-based nutrition who blogs at ...
by Anne Moratto
How-To Get Camera Ready Skin in Five Easy Steps
As a makeup artist, it’s my job to make whomever sits in my chair gorgeous. Unfortunately, brutal winter winds often turn the prettiest skins into a rough and dry canvases. As any beauty professional knows, sandpaper skin is no ...
by Anne Moratto
Bella's Secrets to Becoming a Successful Hairstylist
When a hairstylist fails to achieve their client's desired look, they often become discouraged and begin feeling inadequate. Fear of failure, causes the stylist to unconsciously sabotage their chances of success. This is usually due to lack ...
5 Ways to Blueprint Your Client's Beauty Strengths and Weaknesses
It's advanced hairdressing made simple. Based on a marriage of art and science, Bella’s Secret is a comprehensive training program created to turn you into a master hairstylist in months rather than years. It's an insider's ...
First Cuts: MODERN's February Issue
Think back to beauty school and remember your first post mannequin haircut—if you’re lucky, a friend or family member stood in as your courageous model. My brave volunteer was my sister, Dana. She requested “just a trim” ...
Redken Symposium 2015
THE EVENT: Redken Symposium 2015, the bi-annual three day extravaganza designed to educate and inspire the beauty community, strengthen techniques and build skills with the goal to “Learn better, Earn better and Live Better.”THE ...