How to Create an Unforgettable Salon Experience That Builds Loyalty and Community Impact
What makes clients come back again and again? It’s more than a good haircut or manicure. Kim Becker shares how delivering a “first-time” feeling and giving back to the community helped her salon stand out and succeed.
How to Build Career Connections in Beauty: Expert Networking Advice from K18’s Sabrina Sanborn
Want to grow your career as a beauty professional? K18 Sales Manager Sabrina Sanborn shares advice on networking, mentorship, and self-advocacy—from attending hair shows to finding the right guidance to reach your goals.
The Red Flags That Say “Don’t Take That Salon Job”
Looking for a healthy salon job? Watch for these red flags in listings, interviews, and salon culture to avoid a toxic environment and find the right fit.
by Anne Moratto
Podcasting 101: A Q & A with Corey Gray of Hairdustry
To explore the why of starting a podcast in the professional beauty world, we spoke to Corey Gray, co-founder of Hairdustry and co-host of the popular Your Day Off podcast.
Finding Your Spark: How Photoshoots and Competitions Saved Me
Hear Michelle Pargee's advice on finding your WHY through photoshoots and competitions.
Opinion: One Entrepreneur Sees a Growing Shift Back Toward Team Salon Models
There’s a collective craving to return to what made this industry special in the first place: collaboration.
The Future Belongs to the Flexible: Not Another Club Offers Business and Life Coaching for the Hair Industry
Launching June 11, 2025, Not Another Club offers coaching that supports both business growth and personal wellbeing for salon pros.
Mental Health in the Salon: How Beauty Pros Handle Burnout and Set Boundaries
Discover how top beauty professionals recognize burnout, build healthy boundaries, and protect their mental health in the salon industry. Insights from MODERN SALON's Mental Health Awareness Month panel.
by Anne Moratto
Hair Science 101: Life Cycle of Hair
As much as it is true that hair is not composed of living biomaterial, it still certainly has a life cycle. Here are the different phases in the life cycle of a hair strand and the highlights of each, in a nutshell.
by Tej Belagodu
What to Say--or Not Say--to Someone Grieving
Mckenzie Kool, Psychologist, MC, RPsych provides us with guidance on what may or not be helpful in speaking with someone who has suffered a significant loss.
Hair Science 101: Attributes of Hair
This article rounds up the fundamental attributes of hair and some popular methods to quickly assess each.
by Tej Belagodu
Why I Could Never Save Money
Salon work is emotional- full of highs and lows all day long. We give a lot, and sometimes we want something in return: comfort, a treat, a little reward.
Salon Service Pricing 101
We often hear the phrase "know your numbers," but what does that actually mean? What numbers and factors should you consider when setting your prices? What strategies will ensure you are charging appropriately? And how does pricing relate to branding and avoiding burnout?
How to Handle a Client Complaint or Fix a Service Issue
No stylist is perfect, but handling a client complaint with professionalism and offering solutions can turn a negative into a positive.
Hair Science 101: Chemistry of Hair
If you want to sound nerdy to your next science-inclined client or you’ve just gotten a little hazy on the chemistry of hair, read on for a quick run down!
by Tej Belagodu
Five Steps to Change Your Karma
My name’s Ambika, and I’m the founder of DEVANE, my new luxury wellness company based on the timeless knowledge called Ayurveda. And yes, I’m here to tell you that your Karma may be repaired.
How to Minimize No-Shows and Cancellations
By consistently enforcing these policies, you establish a professional and reliable system that minimizes last-minute cancellations, protects your revenue, and reinforces the value of your time and expertise as a stylist.