How to Repair Hair's Integrity After Coloring Hair Multiple Times
ASK THE EXPERTS! Do you have a teen/young adult teen client who likes to experiment with various hair colors within short periods of time? What should colorists recommend to those clients to help maintain/repair their hair's integrity? Find out the answer here from Schwarzkopf Professional's Color Ambassador Rick Wellman.
Go-to Color Techniques For Busy Mom Clients by Beth Minardi
MODERN asked Beth Minardi, master colorist and founder of Beth Minardi Signature, "New moms often have little time to spare for themselves—and hair color can sometimes fall to the bottom of the priority list. What go-to color techniques (application or formulation) do you recommend for clients like this? What should be avoided for appointment stretchers?" See her answer!
Color Care Maintenance Recommendations For Age 60+ Clients
There are a number of hair mistakes that can make your client look older, so avoid these! (See inside.) Also, we asked Ian Michael Black, Aveda Global Artistic Director, Hair Color, if a colorist should consider changing her 60+ client's formula as she ages? Plus, an explanation on hair color care maintenance for 60+ clients is provided.
I'm Not Famous In Real Life
As hairdressers, like chefs, photographers, artists, models, clothing designers, actors and many other professions, the perception of fame can be the difference between good and great.
The Guerilla Is Gone But It's Not Too Late for You
Mr. Jay Levinson, author of "Guerilla Marketing" just passed away. You and your barber business are perfect for employing Mr. Levinson’s Guerilla marketing ideals.
by Ivan Zoot
Practical Government Shutdown Lessons
Washington may seem a distant world, but a government shutdown offers lessons very close to home. It’s frustrating to witness the antics of politicians, and while you await your opportunity to voice an opinion at the ballot box, double check that your business is not riddled with the stuff of shutdowns.
Professional Salon Concepts 30th Anniversary
SALON TODAY recently attended Professional Salon Concept’s (PSC) 30th anniversary event, where approximately 300 salon professionals, educators and PSC employees gathered together for an all-day event celebrating PSC’s brands and accomplishments in the salon industry.
ghd Announces Sponsorship of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
ghd has announced a brand new multi-year partnership with Victoria's Secret as the first ever official hair tool sponsor for its annual fashion show.
What It's Like to be a Beauty School Student in Tokyo, Japan
I had the opportunity to interview the manager of general affairs at the Yamano Beauty College to learn about what it's like to be a beauty school student in Japan. How much it costs, what the day to day is like, how long it takes, and more. I asked him about the male to female ratio in hairdressing (you may be surprised at his answer!) and about what kind of living a hairdresser can expert to earn in his or her career. Check out our interview below to hear is VERY interesting answers!
Aveda Congress 2013...A Perfect Show
More than 3000 salon professionals from 20 countries attended NOMAD: Aveda Congress 2013, held this weekend in Minneapolis. Details here.
Blues Hues: The Voice's Juhi and More
The blue shades in the hair of Juhi on The Voice reflected a trend that other celebs have been sporting all year.
Juut Presents at NOMAD: Aveda Congress 2013
It was all about beards and moustaches for the Juut Team at NOMAD: Aveda Congress 2013 in Minneapolis this weekend. Get an overview of a finished look here.
A Japanese Rainstorm Inspires a Greek Headband Twist
All you need to create this effortless Greek-inspired hair style is an elastic headband.
Tokyo's Drugstore Hair Color, Eyelid Crease Tape and Nail Art
While in Tokyo, we stopped by a drugstore to spend time looking at the hair color, make-up and skin care offered--and looked at some of the trends of the city.
HOW-TO: 3 Must-Have Fall Looks
L’Oréal Professionnels has made it easy for any stylist to recrete this season's hottest red carpet, runway and street-style trends.
Praying to the Scissor God and Other Tokyo Treasures
Day one of Pivot Point International Academies study abroad trip to Tokyo! Harajuku fashion and style, praying to the Scissor God, the discipline of sushi making and the beauty of nature.
FALL HAIR TREND: The Mermaid Ponytail
Nicholas Penna Jr, owner/lead stylist of SalonCapri in Boston presents his spring 2014 trend forecast, with hair styles inspired by some of the hottest looks from the catwalks of New York Fashion Week. Amongst them is an intricate, basket-weave bun with intertwining pieces of hair formed into a breathtaking updo; a new kind of braid—peek a boo style; and what we would like to call an “un-braided” mermaid tail. Here Penna shows you how to re-create the mermaid tail.