Behind the Cover: May 2014
Barcelona native Antonio Corral Calero taps into many looks from his extensive repertoire, but this season he favors romantic and ethereal finishes that incorporate a varietyof styling techniques, including braiding, backcombing and extension bundling. The dapper global creative director for Moroccanoil requested a model that could carry off something whimsical and confident. Recovering from an exhausting Fashion Week, Calero was relieved to meet model Valeria, who has a “coverface,” long neck and soft hair. “She is perfect,” he said when he met her.
HOW TO Be Part of FASHION WEEK! Learn From Brian C. Hawkins
Brian C. Hawkins shares how "out of towners" can get on a team for fashion week, and offers insider info on the test, the look and what really happens before the models hit the catwalk.
HOW-TO: Soft Half Updo at "Godzilla" Premiere on Jamie Chung
Emily Mott styled Jamie Chung for the "Godzilla" premiere in Hollywood with an effortlessly chic half updo that is soft and feminine.
by Anne Moratto
MY FIRST TIME: Professional Make-Up Application
MODERN editor's first-time adventures in the world of beauty continue with her first professional make-up application by Burke Daniels in Los Angeles.
by Lauren Quick
Dark Drama: Emphasize Color Placement With a Handful of Foils
As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, SALLY Beauty commissioned editorial stylist Sandi Arensman to create a special occasion collection, including hair color how-to’s. Here she discusses how she created this "dark drama" hair color.
How to Become an Educator in the Beauty Industry
How do you become an educator? There are different paths. There are different destinations. Every potential educator candidate is a different individual bringing different things to the table.
by Ivan Zoot
Congratulations 2014 SALONS OF THE YEAR!
SALONS OF THE YEAR, SALON TODAY’s renowned competition for salon and spa design is in its final judging stages for 2014. We are proud to announce this year’s 20 SALONS OF DISTINCTION, the finalists who will all be honored in the commemorative June 2014 issue, and who now proceed to the final round of judging.
by Stacey Soble
Brilliant Blonde: Banishing Home Hair Color Bands By Sally Beauty
As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, SALLY Beauty commissioned editorial stylist Sandi Arensman to create a special occasion collection, including hair color how-to’s. Here she discusses how she created this brilliant blonde hair color.
HOW-TO: '60s Inspired Modern Bridal Beehive by Orlando Pita
Orlando Pita, lead stylist for BioSilk at the Carolina Herrera NYFW Fall/Winter 2014 show, created a look that was reminiscent of the classic 60′s beehive but with a whimsical play on proportions. The result was a streamlined, polished, sculptural updo.
ON FACEBOOK: Hairdressers Share Their Proudest Moments
When we asked hairdressers to share their proudest career moments, the answers reminded us, again, why hairdressers are the most caring, loving professionals ever!
by Anne Moratto
RED CARPET UPDOS: Michael Duenas at the GLAAD Awards
For this year's GLAAD Awards, held in New York City on May 2, 2014, Schwarzkopf Professional Brand Ambassador Michael Dueñas styled Orange Is The New Black's Taryn Manning and Emma Myles.
by Anne Moratto
FORMULA HOW TO: An Even Orange Balanced with Red
An Aveda Haircolor how-to from hairdresser Eliot Standen.
by Anne Moratto
Gino Trunzo, essie's Director of Education
Gino Trunzo offers an overview of his favorite look from ARTIST SESSION and learn more about what it's like to be a male nail artist and Director of Education.
Adam Levine Debuts Platinum Blonde Hair: Yea or Nay?
Did you hear that Adam Levine got a makeover? ...He went BLONDE! "Like" or "Unlike?" Let us know!
HOW TO: Corkscrew Curls, Inspiration and Close Up View
Detra Smith offers an overview of the look she created at ARTIST SESSION, and gives her inspiration and HOW TO.
Body Language: Vintage Moisturizers and Glosses
CosmoProf body brand Hempz offers limited-edition Herbal Body Moisturizers for the Vintage Vibe promotion, and both Hempz and Candi Licious offer special Lip Balms.
Cool Vintage Tools: Flatirons, Brushes, Hair Dryers and More
CosmoProf tool brands J&D, Helen of Troy, BabylissPRO, Paul Mitchell and Oster package hottest tools for the retro Vintage Vibe, Modern Style program.