ISSE Day One: Live From the Show
Fresh off the showfloor at the International Salon and Spa Expo in Long Beach, California, I'm feeling excited, I'm feeling eager to visit more booths, and I'm feeling even more passionate! This industry is always changing and there is always something new to learn and it makes every booth an educational experience!
Long Beach's International Salon and Spa Expo Has Begun!
Hello from super sunny California! That's right—the International Salon and Spa Expo, the first industry trade show of the season, has officially kicked off in Long Beach!
The Doves Studio Barbie Competition
Christopher and Sonya Dove, the very talented and creative owners of the Doves Studio in Santa Monica, California, are always coming up with ways to keep their team inspired. Their most recent "Barbie Competition" is a perfect example!
David Babaii on Katherine Heigl’s Premiere Look
Celebrity stylist David Babaii created his “Coiffed Chaos” on Katherine Heigl for the premiere of “One for the Money.” The essence of Grace Kelly was Babaii’s inspiration. “I imagined Grace coming off her yacht in Monaco,” he says. “This look is not about the hair wearing the woman, it’s about the woman wearing the hair.”
Product Club's Hottest Haircoloring Assistant Tools
We caught up with Vice President of Marketing for Product Club Mary Albanese and President Eric Polesuk at the most recent Redken Artist Connection (RAC2012). The 880 colorists in attendance were scooping up several of Product Club's time saving hair coloring assistant tools. We handed our microphone over to Mary to find out which were the hottest items at the event.
On the Prowl
For a limited time stylists can purchase the Fromm Premium Prowl Collection and receive a free tool case with a bonus gift inside.
Marula Oil
Marula Oil is considered a skin care miracle oil to the women in East Africa and is now available to women in the United States. Read about its features.
Free Cuts for Kids
Read about how Cuttn' It Loose Salon is helping children in their community through Matrix's Chairs of Change program.
Emma Stone's Romantic, Rough-edged hair style
Actress Emma Stone turned heads on the Golden Globes red carpet with her Bordeaux colored Lanvin gown, smoky eyes and her romantic, yet rough-edged hair style.
Chrysalis' Women's Empowerment Program
Paul Mitchell, along with CEO and Co-Founder, John Paul DeJoria, have been longtime supporters of the Los Angeles-based organization, the Chrysalis Center in Santa Monica, Calif.—a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for homeless and low-income individuals by providing the resources and support needed to find and retain employment.
Jeff Swaner of Epic Salon Transforms A Redhead
Jeff Swaner, owner of the Epic, a Paul Mitchell Salon, in Encino, California prides himself on his ability to run a successful business as well as maintaining a happy clientele while performing as an all around hairdresser. I was there with my video camera!
Curls on the Catwalk
The spotlight is on texture in the fashion industry, and we don’t mean tweeds, wools and ruching. Curls, kinks and waves are front and center on the runway this season.
Farouk Systems Committed to Change
We’re back from the 2012 Farouk Systems Distributor Meeting held January 12- 13 in Houston where distributors worldwide got a sneak peek at what is in store in the coming year.
Coloring Curls
Understanding your client’s hair texture will lead to a better color service with results tailored to her unique curls.
Angelina Jolie and Viola Davis Shine at the Golden Globes
The ladies of Hollywood put on their best faces last night at the Golden Globe Awards. Hot trends of the night included shaggy messy hair, red lips and eyeliner galore.
Farouk Systems Hosts Distributors
Farouk Systems hosted its domestic and international networks of distributors in Houston last Thursday and Friday (January 12- 13).
Nancy O'Dell's Golden Globes Red Carpet Hair
Entertainment Tonight Host Nancy O'Dell opted for a chic and elegant hair style that would stay in place while interviewing dozens of superstars while walking the red carpet at last night's Golden Globe Awards. Get the steps.