Sola Salon Studios Opens 500th Location
This milestone means 15,000 beauty professionals now call Sola home.
Nail Artist Julie Kandalec Has Style
Julie Kandalec has fantastic personal style! Learn more about the manicurist to the stars.
Channel Cutting: Have You Done It?
It's not a new technique and its one that many hairdressers embrace, but channel cutting can still sound a bit daunting to a client. If you want to be able to introduce this method of hair thinning, here are some great video examples to illustrate the technique.
by Anne Moratto
Open for Business: Coronavirus Resources for Salon Pros
Cosmetologists Chicago (CC) shares its efforts around the Coronavirus. Cosmetologists Chicago and local partners continue to monitor the evolving situation surrounding COVID-19.
Spirit Guide: Insight from a 40-Year Career in the Salon
Carlos Valenzuela has a genius for life. His successful professional beauty career and his deep connection to the stylist has made him a mentor and model to be followed.
by Anne Moratto
Should You Specialize? Hairstylists Who Have and Have Not Weigh-In
Some of these stylists chose to specialize in either coloring or cutting...and some decided they didn't want to choose. Hear from them on how their decisions have shaped their beauty career.
by Anne Moratto
TRENDING: Dark Nude Blonde
The perfect blend of warm and cool tones in this color.
by Anne Moratto
Glam Express: The 15-Minute Makeup Fix
What do you do for the client needing to glam up for a red carpet event when she only has 15 minutes? Nikki La Rose shares her tips for making a client look beautiful and confident with just a few easy touches.
Follow This Beauty Hero Giving Hope to the Hopeless
She travels the world, sharing her story, offering training, guidance, and a love for the transforming power of beauty.
by Anne Moratto
How Competition Changed One Stylist as a Professional and a Person
“This is where the real value of entering this competition lies. It teaches you new skills, discipline, time management, and emotional skills.”
by Anne Moratto
Salon Friendships: Remembering My Friend, Bill Doran
"Those special co-workers who ride the ups and downs of career and life with us are priceless."
In-Depth: Cutting a Razored Bob
Get the in-depth details for cutting a razored bob (with video tutorial!)
How Japanese Tea Rose Helps Reverse Hair Aging and Loss
The extract of the rose hip can help block a damaging protein in the hair cycle which contributes to hair fall. Learn about the science behind this powerful active.
by Anne Moratto
NYFW: Beauty At The Blonds F/W 2020 By Moroccanoil, CND and MAC
Kevin Hughes of Moroccanoil, the CND team and Kabuki for MAC pulled out all the stops for The Blonds, F/W 2020 during NYFW. Here the artists share details for the look, under the theme of "Rococo Angels."
Accepting Mobile Payments With a Point-of-Sale System
How do you set up your salon to accept mobile payments? Consider using an mPOS — a point-of-sale program on a portable device that functions the same way as a register would.
The 12-Point Consultation
"The busiest stylist in my salon is booked three weeks in advance because she starts off every client visit with a traditional, attention-to-detail consultation." Get a checklist to guide you through your best client consult!
Social Media Superstar @Arod23pr Shares Tips For Success
Reportedly the most followed barber on social media, @arod23pr has found his niche by combining art with entertainment. Here he shares his tips on building a successful career - great tips for everyone in any beauty community.