Get the Look: "Craze Maze" OPI Nails
In the April issue of MODERN SALON we showed you how to create Animal Print and Tribal Print nails with step-by-steps in our Style Watch section. This time I would like to introduce all of you to the "Craze Maze" OPI nail look that you can re-create in three simple steps.
Violet and Wild Orchid Vivids: The Color How To
In this how-to, Pravana Artistic Director Vadre Grigsby creates a head-turning finish that can easily transition from conservative to BOLD.
How To: Bold Statement with Pastel Color
Sue Pemberton creates a multi-dimensional bold color statement using Joico VeroLight Powder Lightener and Vero K-Pak Color. From baliage to ombré to chalking, summer is the season to experiment with high-impact coloring techniques.
The Perfect Bridal Updo: The How To
MODERN Facebook fan Jim Robeson creates an updo that will have summer brides lining up to sit in your chair.
Hair Sewing: How To Create Editorial Hair in 15 Minutes
While at America's Beauty Show in Chicago, Steven Lightfoot stopped by the MODERN SALON booth to demonstrate a quick and fun way to create extremely editorial hair that can be used in photo shoots or runways by using a Salon Tech flatiron, little product, some thread (yes!), hair pieces or filler, and pins.
The Nymph Braid: Get the How-To!
It's another summer braid idea—the nymph braid! Created by Kevin Murphy at the Australian Fashion Week 2012, Murphy was inspired by Roman garden nymphs and the avante garde work of photographer Jock Sturges. Wondering how you can re-create this fun and whimsical style on your clients? The steps are inside...
Pics of Color Chalking: Plus What to Charge and How To Promote
Karen Gordon, MODERN Facebook fan and co-owner of Chicago's J. Gordon Designs, has now introduced hair chalking as a professional service called "Lock Chalking" in their salon. She was so kind to not only share the details of how she has added the service to her salon's menu, but she also gave us the scoop on how to introduce it at your salon, who to market it to, how much to charge and how to make it more professional.
Animal Print Make-up Brushes!
Want to take a walk on the wild side with some new make-up brushes to add to your beauty arsenal? I just found out about Japonesque's new print brushes, part of its new Safari Chic Brush Collection.
Emma Stone's NEW Blonde Hair Style
Did you know that Emma Stone is actually a natural blonde? Over the weekend Stone went from strawberry blonde to near-platinum, and debuted her new look at the Kids' Choice Awards. MODERN has the tips on how to achieve Emma Stone's beautiful soft, blonde waves from hair stylist David Babaii.
Want to Compete LIVE in Spain? Enter Wella's Trend Vision!
Wella Professionals is now accepting entries for the 2012 International Trend Vision!
Makeover Magic for Unemployed Women
The other day I heard about this uplifting story of a salon owner changing lives of unemployed women. Not only is it a great story about giving back, it has given these women who were loosing hope in the job market, new hope and motivation. Read the makeover stories!
The Conch Shell Braid!—Get the How-to!
It's one of our favorite new hair styles for summer—the conch shell braid! Learn how to create this beautifully twisted braid!
Embellish With a Head Piece
Looking to create a delicate, elegant head piece? This how-to has the steps you can try to re-create this "Prim and Pastel" look.
Giuliana Rancic is NAHA '12 Host and Beautiful Humanitarian
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA), producers of the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), is proud to announce Giuliana Rancic as the host for the 2012 NAHA Awards Ceremony. Additionally, Giuliana will be the recipient of the Beautiful Humanitarian Award, honoring her for sharing her own experience and educating others about breast cancer, as well as championing many other charitable causes.
Salon Coccole Delivers Dream Hair
Salon Coccole gives MODERN's Alison Shipley dream hair using Hairdreams hair extensions.
Nicole Parrillo Demos the Malibu Makeover
Nicole Parrillo,Malibu C Territory Manager, East Coast and Haircolor Spokesperson, came to the Modern Salon Media booth at the ABS show in Chicago to demonstrate the Malibu Makeover, in-salon service, designed to detoxify the hair to allow it to be more receptive to color.
The Hunger Games Hair: How-Tos and Details
Joico colorist Cherry Petenbrink, and lead hair Jennifer Flowers dish on the hair cuts and colors of The Hunger Games movie.