How to Flatiron Wavy Hair, Avoid Damage and Create a Sleek Finish
As hairdressers, you use your straightening iron on a daily basis, but do you truly understand the principles of a flatiron and how to use it for optimal results? In this video Sam Villa demonstrates the three principles of a flatiron and how to achieve smooth, sleek, straight hair using a comb and an iron; he also shows how to use a round brush and flatiron to create a beautiful beveled finish.
Aveda's Neo Gothic Collection: Full Spectrum Color
In the Neo Gothic collection, the Aveda Artistic Team transformed gothic romanticism of the past into silhouettes that accentuate raw beauty of the future using Full Spectrum Color. Shades and tone play with the illusion of shadow by melting unique colors together.
City Style from Sebastian Professional
Sebastian Professional is taking the world on an international tour of unique and provocative styles through a new program called Urban Explorers.
Androge: Cosmetologists Chicago
Boy meets girl. Gender bending. Sexual ambiguity. All were inspiration for the Cosmetologists Chicago 2012-13 Photo Trend Team as they created the Androge collection for 2013.
Limitless Learning: Inspiration, Education and Collaboration
I never realized how limitless a career in beauty could be until I experienced advanced education classes. In addition to incredible hands-on education, I often discovered my biggest takeaway was from what I learned from other students in the class—whether a seasoned professional or new grad like me. I’d watch the way they wrap hair around an iron, how they cross-check a cut, or perform their personal consultation process.
COLLECTION: Power Play From Aquage
When the season calls for glamour, short styles can play, too. See this holiday season as an opportunity to elevate any "everyday fabulous" style to special-occasion ready.
Red Lips 101
Red lips are the perfect holiday accessory. Here are my three steps for beautiful red lips.
5 Hair Extension Care Tips!
The use of hair extensions is a “growing” trend and since they require a time and monetary commitment, those who have extensions will want to keep them looking their best for as long as possible. SHE by SO.CAP.USA offered MODERN the following maintenance tips from their top stylists.
Nail Art: Drippy Nail Tattoos
These nail tattoos can be applied to the fingernail or along to cuticle to create an oh-so-cool drippy effect that you can't get anywhere else.
HOW-TO NAILS: Pretty and Painted Peacock Nail Design
This pretty and painted peacock nail design by CND features an array of splattered shellac colors and adhesive foils in metallic green, blue and gold. Learn how to create this nail design in a few steps.
American Crew's New Collection: 20+ Images of Men's Hair
See the image gallery of American Crew's newest collection, Crewcial, which blurs the line between classic and trend.
A Comb Designed as an Aid For Accurate Cutting
The Hirmiz Level Cutting Comb features a built-in indicator for precise vertical, diagonal and horizontal cutting.
STOCKING STUFFER: Stylist Ring and Cuff Bobby Pin Holders
Introducing the La Vaque Professional Stylist Ring and Stylist Cuff. Yep, that's right. This handy little magnetic bobby pin holder will become your best friend for bridal, prom and other formal clients.
ABS to Feature Beauty Talent Showcase
America’s Beauty Show and Cosmetologists Chicago is adding a new dimension to the BeautyBASH kick-off party at ABS by featuring the performance talents of selected salon professionals.
MODERN is Thankful For Your Gift of Beauty
Today and every day, all of us at MODERN SALON Media are thankful for the opportunity to serve our beautiful community of salon professionals. We add our thoughts and support to all on the east coast still struggling to cope with the effects of Sandy.
Styling and Maintaining an Undercut Haircut
If your clients are bold and daring men, you may want to introduce them into the newest trend: The Undercut. Originating during the Prohibition era, this old school hair cut returns to its original, classic roots with new and refined finishing touches. Celebrity Stylist Naz Kupelian provides his tips and opinions on the essentials of the cut and maintenance.
Christina Aguilera's Cleopatra A-Line Bob
At the 2012 American Music Awards, Christina Aguilera paraded a sizzling hot "Long and Longer A-Line Bob" with Cleopatra inspirations.