Become a Texpert: Mizani Launches Texpert Academy
The Mizani Texpert Academy is a one-stop professional education destination to accrue the building blocks, services, and Texture EQ needed to become an expert in all things textured hair.
History Teaches Us, Women Will Never Give Up on Glamour
Social upheavals have always contributed to styling innovation, says Vivienne Mackinder. She predicts women will crave glamour, now more than ever.
by Anne Moratto
Tips for Fitting in Returning Clients
The term ‘triage’ is being used to describe how stylists are assigning degrees of urgency to their client’s needs; some may be clamoring for more attention than you’re able to give, right away, so be strategic in how you work, says this colorist and salon owner.
Return to Work: Milady Free Online Infection Control Certification
This comprehensive, two-hour course and certification launched on www.miladytraining.com will allow professionals to review infection control best practices and help them alleviate consumer fears as they reopen.
Should You Become a Stylist?
Yes, yes you should. And here's why.
by Anne Moratto
11 Ways Brands and Decision Makers Can Support Black Hair Stylists
Stylist Naeemah LaFond shares 11 ways how the beauty industry can support black hairdressers.
Stylists, We Have the Power to Create Change
Without deliberately interacting and listening to people that come from different countries, races, social statuses, or wealth classes, you never get a chance to see life from their vantage point.
Remember the Love You Have for Hairdressing to Help You Move Forward
Much of what we do is being reinvented as we speak, but the reason we do this remains beneath it all.
How Will You Reinvent Yourself Moving Forward?
Covid-19 made whatever was neglected in your life manifest like a squeaky wheel, didn’t it? Neglected items like money management, self-care, friendships, family time? Listen to the squeaky wheel and pack only items that bring you joy and support your career with satisfaction and success.
Should You Raise Prices When Salons Reopen?
What you decide to do will depend on your area, how COVID-19 affected your business and your own comfort level. For some direction and advice, we looked to salon industry experts and their suggestions for reopening.
by Anne Moratto
Join Sam Villa and Friends on Sunday to Support Hairdressers
Join the Socialathon this Sunday. Hear about it from Villa in this recent video interview.
by Anne Moratto
Here's What Sonya Dove Has Learned in Lockdown
After experiencing the forced slow down caused by COVID-19, Sonya Dove has found many things to like about this "new normal," including the time she has spent connecting to the people she cares about.
by Anne Moratto
Creating a Great Client Experience in a COVID-19 World
The client experience in a COVID-19 world will be very different. So will the stylist’s experience. How do we still create a warm, welcoming environment for everyone?
by Anne Moratto
A Great Consultation Will Reconnect You to Clients
A great consultation is going to reintroduce us to our clients and us to them in the COVID-19 landscape. It will be the gatekeeper to our re-entry.
Help in Applying for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Tyler Turner launched a Facebook page to help stylists understand how to apply for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program benefits. It has been a labor of love and has offered invaluable support to self-employed beauty professionals.
by Anne Moratto
How One Georgia Stylist Prepares for Salon Clients
Melissa Eppers created a New Salon & Stylist COVID-19 Protocol Video to let other stylists see how she creates a safe salon space.
by Anne Moratto
Returning to Work in "The New Normal"
Suggestions for reopening include having a dress rehearsal to ensure you're prepared with all you need to provide a safe service experience for stylist and client, both.