Rona O'Connor Gives Valerie Azlynn a Makeover for Little Rascals
Colorist Rona O'Connor, who will appear on TV's The Balancing Act, gives a makeover to create a '50s inspired Little Rascal blonde on actress Valerie Azlynn.
HOW TO: Blonde, Brunette, Red With Beth Minardi Signature Color
Minardi Artistic Colorist Sherry Ratay uses Beth Minardi Signature color to create a blonde, brunette and red that will definitely turn heads!
NEW COLLECTION: Vogue Noveau, inspired by Redken and Sassoon
Matthew Tyldesle's new collection, Vogue Noveau, inspired by Redken and Sassoon.
How To Create Power Finger-Waves
In this video, stylist and educator Crystal Lockinour demonstrates finger waving using Joico's new Power Gel and Power Spray, combined with just two combs (OK, and a ton of talent!) to create effortless, unforgettable finger waves.
HOW-TO: Unique Diffusion: Concave Look With Simple Disconnection
“Unique Diffusion” (from modernsalonlearning.com) teaches you how to create a strong but dimensional concave shape with soft disconnected lines. Learn how to work both horizontally and vertically in the exterior and through the interior to create multiple weight differences.
Pop-Up Foil Dispenser
Product Club has introduced a dispenser that will allow colorists to handle pop-up foil in a whole new way...
Hail the Nail! Trends for 2013 and How To Get the Look
Sideways french manicure, pale nail, half-moon--we take a look at nails and what looks will be hot this year!
100k POST WINNERS: I shine the brightest in the salon when ______
MODERN Facebook fans share, "I shine brightest in the salon when ______" for a chance to win a bottle of Oribe Hair Care's Shine Light-Reflecting Spray.
Resolve to Remove: Nufree Founder Talks Hair Removal
Hair removal is a growth industry. Norma Jean Fusco, the CEO of Nufree, a wax-free hair removal system, encourages hair stylists to incorporate hair removal into their skill set.
by Anne Moratto
Indie Hair Launches: View the Collection and Products!
With the launch of seven new products, the Indie Hair launch is hitting salons! Check out the imagery and products that make up the new line.
Turn Back the Hands of Time With BioBliss
Founded on the principle of providing a simplified, yet effective anti-aging product to use in conjunction with a current skin care regimen, BIOBLISS has found a new way to improve the effects of anti-aging.
Instagram's New Terms of Service – What You Need To Know
Are you using Instagram for you salon or personal brand? Social media expert, Kelly Ehlers, breaks down what you need to know about the recent controversy surrounding their new Terms of Service (TOS) and Privacy Policy. It’s true, not many people actually bother reading the lengthy legal statements – but this particular update to the apps terms was one that garnered much attention.
by Kelly Ehlers
STATION BREAK: Joseph Cartegena's Genacelli Gem
From musician to award-winning stylist and platform artist, Joseph Cartegena’s transition was meant to be. "I had the calling to be a hairdresser," says Cartegena. "I created and cut the hair of all my band members. In that I found my calling." Now, after 26 years in the beauty industry, Cartegena oversees everything on the salon floor as Director Stylist and President of Genacelli Salon and Day Spa. As the newly elected President of Cosmetologists Chicago Board of Directors, Cartegena takes a hands-on roll in Chicago's America's Beauty Show.
ONES TO WATCH: Stevee Lynn from Freddie B Salon
Even at a young age, Stevee Lynn from Freddie B Salon in Ventura, California, knew she wanted to be an artist. Growing up in Southern California, she finds inspiration for beauty everywhere, from city streets to sunsets over the ocean. She believes that make-up should always enhance natural beauty, never mask it. Read her full story...
Mila Kunis, Nikki Reed & Amanda Seyfried's Valentine's Day Looks
Keep your clients looking and feeling beautiful this Valentine’s Day. These looks featuring Mila Kunis, Nikki Reed and Amanda Seyfried are some romantic ideas you can try on your clients this Valentine's Day.
COLLECTION: Simply Beauty
Carl and Belinda Keeley of Australia’s Chumba Concept Salon conceived their Barely There collection as a minimalist expression of hair beauty. "My goal was to present a clean, simple and elegant collection expressing understated beauty," says Carl. Belinda, the colorist for this collection said the colors were designed to appear minimal in line with the collection's intent.
Light Rays: Wella's New Illumina Color
Wella Professionals' newest color launch, Illumina, and the beautiful results achievable. See the images!