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!
Farouk Systems Presents Miss Universe 2010
For the first time, CHI by Farouk Systems will be the presenting sponsor of the Miss Universe pageant on August 23, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
MSTV: Updo and Flat Iron Tricks
Did you catch last week's episode of Modern Salon TV? If you didn't, the bad news is you missed out on some cool tips and tricks offered by Updo extraordinaire Martin Parsons and various other celebrity stylists and platform artists. The good news is, you can still watch it! Check out some of the highlights from the episode right now.
Matrix Mannequin Mania July Semi-finalists!
July Matrix Mannequin Mania winners have been announced! Check out the looks, inspirations and products used on each of these hair styles!Can you guess what inspired the hair style on the left? Read on and you will find out...