Sneak Peek: Eye on ABS 2011
It’s only September, but the team at America’s Beauty Show is in full planning mode for the big event March 12-14, 2011, at McCormick Place in downtown Chicago. This year, ABS is working with Aquage’s Luis Alvarez and his team to create the imagery to market and promote the show. Over the summer, Alvarez brought in a full entourage of models, stylists, make-up and of course, his camera, to McCormick place for a high-fashion, haute-hair ABS photoshoot.
Behind the Cover (September 2010)
As the pioneer of the curly hair industry, Ouidad has created more than just terminology to describe interesting silhouettes. In addition to a product and tool line, she has designed several cutting and styling methods to maximize and beautify curls and waves. The “Carve and Slice” method has been trademarked and the “Rake and Shake” is also one of her signature styling methods.
Sept 2010 MODERN Contributors
How do you handle clients who are particular? MODERN SALON September 2010 contributors give their answer. Our contributors include Ouidad, Steve Elias, Amoy, Ric Pipino, and Tommy Buckett.
Cosmetologists Chicago Announces ColorAmerica Educators
Cosmetologists Chicago invites all career hair colorists, stylists, salon owners and students to its fourth ColorAmerica conference. A star-studded cast of industry experts, including headliner Patrick McIvor and artists Chrystofer Benson, James Edick, John Simpson and Kelly Cardenas, will demonstrate the most important new coloring and cutting techniques that will translate perfectly for salon clients.
MSTV: All Aboard the USS IWO JIMA!
Hop on board the USS IWO JIMA, the biggest ship at New York’s Fleet Week, with MODERN’s Beauty and Fashion Director Maggie Mulhern in last week’s Modern Salon TV episode!
Heart-Shaped Shear Design
Shark Fin Professional Shears has just announced its new “We Love Our Customers” heart-shaped design pattern.
Not Your Mother’s Perm: New Texturizing Solutions
According to Darby Shields, associate artistic director for ISO, there are two four-letter words in hairdressing: bang and perm. When it comes to perms “We now say ‘body’ or ‘movement’ or ‘texture,’” explains Shields. Whatever you choose to call them—texturizers,
Curl and Order: Keratin Treatments
What if there was a product that allowed you to give clients exactly what they want? It could be used to straighten, loosen or defrizz waves and curls without damaging hair or creating an awkward grow-out period. What if this product could be used on any hair type to make the hair softer and shinier? And what if it boosted profits for salons and stylists by creating an entirely new market? That product, say some stylists, now exists. Keratin treatments have exploded onto the scene, generating buzz among consumers and stylists alike.
Farouk Systems Must-Haves!
Farouk Systems asked over 1,000 educators and hairdressers what products from the brand they could not live without. Now the comments, votes and results are in.
Texture Trends This Season
By all appearances, fall 2010 will go down in fashion history as “the season of texture.” Dozens of notable fashion designers eschewed straight strands, embracing instead all manner of curls, coils, crimps, waves and teased clouds of hair on their catwalks. On the West Coast, style setters are also advancing the texture trend. Nearly every red carpet is adorned with sexy, romantic textures, made popular by stars like Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Kate Hudson, Charlize Theron and Beyonce.
Repêchage's 12th Annual Congress
The Repêchage 12th Annual Congress for Salon and Spa Professionals had its largest attendance ever this year! Speakers from all corners of the beauty industry educated salon and spa owners, distributors, and estheticians hailing from across the United States and 11 international countries. The event was sponsored by Repêchage, Creative Nail Design (CND), Les Nouvelles Esthétiques & Spa Magazine, Belvedere and Satin Smooth.
Profit in Texture
High-profile salons like New York City’s Ouidad, Miss Jessie’s and Devachan have proven that salons can successfully focus on the curly niche. Their chairs are filled with wavy, curly and kinky-haired clients who flock to them from around the world for their stylists’ expertise in working with texture.
The Heat is On
When it comes to tools, temperatures are heating up! Get the scoop on heated appliances.
Essie Supports Ovarian Cancer Research Fund
Just recently Essie participated at the Hampton’s spectacular Super Saturday summer event on July 31, 2010 in support of the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) which is dedicated to advancing research, raising awareness and finding a cure for ovarian cancer.
Sedu "Banish Boring Hair Contest"
Create an inspiring style using your flat iron and win the Sedu “Banish Boring Hair Contest!”
MUD Continues Partnership with Shes's Got The Look
Make-Up Designory (MUD) recently announced that they will continue to partner with TV Land’s hit model search show, She’s Got The Look. Now entering it’s third season and hosted by former winner of Dancing With The Stars Brook Burke, the series sets out to discover a beautiful, sophisticated and confident woman over the age of 35 who has the potential to transform herself into a model.
Cosmetologists Chicago Announces Education Calendar
Cosmetologists Chicago offers all licensed salon professionals, cosmetology students, nail technicians, estheticians, salon owners and managers a chance to grow their careers through education. This Fall there are several classes for pros to attend. Check them out!