COLLECTION: The Royal Marie Antoinette by Alexia Johnny
Hair stylist Alexia Johnny submitted this Marie Antoinette photo shoot to MODERN recently. Read about the inspiration and looks in this hair collection.
3 Tips for Texturizing Hair: Tools, Sectioning and Technique
Refresh your texturizing techniques with advice from Andrew Carruthers, director of education for Sam Villa. Here, he breaks down texturizing into three areas—tools, sectioning and technique.
Jessica Tiddes Wins "Flex Your Styling Power" by Living Proof
Jessica Tiddes of HAIRT Beauty is the grand prize winner of the "Flex Your Styling Power" Contest. Details here.
Blowout How-to Worthy of the Royals
How-to for a blowout to give clients who want their hair to look like Kate Middleton's.
Get Some Gitomer: Training and Coaching Tips for 2014
I want to introduce you to Jeffrey Gitomer. This guy rocks sales training. I have been reading and using his materials for many years. I have paid to hear him speak and present live. I subscribe to his email blasts. He is the current reigning king of sales training information and materials. His new book, 21.5 Unbreakable Rules of Selling is sure to be the next big thing in sales training and coaching for 2014.
by Ivan Zoot
HOW-TO: Lift From a Light Brunette to a Bright Blonde
Pasquale Caselle, International Creative Director for It&ly Hairfashion transformed this level 5 dark brunette into a dazzling level 11 blonde. The steps are simple...see what Caselle did to create this look.
VoCe Refresh Me Dry Shampoo
VoCe has just come out with a new product--Refresh Me Dry Shampoo. This dry shampoo features a formula that goes on super clean and smooth (not sticky) and can be sprayed on with varying intensity depending on how hard you press the nozzle. The bottle is twice the size, which is a bonus!
SFIEC Students Make Holidays Brighter for Foster Kids
This season, over 50 San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology (SFIEC) students have teamed up with iFoster to offer provide free hair cuts, discounted color services, facials, and more for foster families.
4 Tips From Aveda for Soothing Stress
Studies show that stress can sabotage even the best efforts to be happy and healthy. Aveda has compiled a cheat sheet of simple, proven steps to alleviate anxiety and put us all on the path toward greater well-being.
COLLECTION: The Style and Masculinity of Tom Ford by Eric Mayes
When Joico Guest Artist Eric Mayes set about seeking inspiration for the collection that he would be creating on behalf of jcpenney salons for the newly-created men’s category of the North American Hairstyling Awards, his first thought was the talented fashion designer and director, Tom Ford. Not Ford’s work, but the man himself, whose personal style is the ultimate in masculinity, fashion and luxury. See the looks.
Andis Raises Record Funds for Racine County United Way
Last year, Andis Company associates set a record raising funds for the United Way of Racine County. This year, they have surpassed last year’s contribution by a substantial 6 percent.
COLLECTION: Rusk's Modern Iconic Collection
RUSK’s Modern Iconic Collection is inspired by classical hair styles of the past that are adapted and updated with a fresh, contemporary appeal. See the full collection.
CELEB STYLE: Julianne Hough's New Hair Extensions
Do your clients want to get Julianne Hough's new look? Her secret is that she uses blonde hair extensions. Find out which brand she chose.
CHI Lone Star College Grand Opening Celebrates Beauty
The red ribbon was cut on the new CHI Lone Star College-North Harris School of Cosmetology in Houston, Texas on Dec. 6, 2013.
by Anne Moratto
Bravo! Julius Michael Creates Real Style for TV Housewives
The man in the house with the wives, Julius Michael, is the go-to stylist for many of the women in the casts of the Bravo “Housewives” series.
by Anne Moratto
HOW-TO: Warm Copper Redhead Formula and Braided Style for Winter
Wella Top Artist Nicole Leal of Salon Nine Zero One in Los Angeles was inspired by the warm tones and braid in the Bronze Opulence Updo from the Olympics collection to give her client Suzanne a dazzling warm copper that’s perfect for winter.
Editor's Note: Be Excellent
A commitment to excellence is required to ensure this busiest time of year remains your and your salon’s most profitable. Here’s how to maximize good cheer for your clients and great income for you.