6 Ideas for Making Holidays in the Salon a Merry Success
It's never too early to start planning for a busy, profitable holiday season. Follow these strategies for moving into a wonderful 2020.
by Anne Moratto
40 Years Ago, Bringing Beauty to China Was a Revolutionary Act
"The political climate led to suspicion of our true motives; could we really be spies?"
This Salon Used to Be the Hotel's Storage Unit
This Las Vegas salon owner visualized a space that was cozy and inviting. See how she converted a storage area into a full-service salon that welcomes guests from all over the world.
by Anne Moratto
Top 3 Tips for a Fiercely Beautiful Foilayage
A balayage effect can be achieved using creatively placed foils. This artist shares his three "must-do" moves for a foilayage finish.
by Anne Moratto
Balayage for a Color-Correction Client
Before her Balayage and Beyond presentation at Joico's Global Destination Education 2018, balayage guru Amber O'Hara's model came to her with one of a colorist's worst nightmares--box-colored black hair! Here, she gives us color-correction tips when doing balayage.
by Jamie Newman
Bowlayage: What Is It and When to Use It
Why these colorists head to the shampoo bowl to get the results they want in less time.
by Anne Moratto
Photo Must-Knows from Sarajane Maples (@blushandmane)
NAHA Styling and Finishing winner Sarajane Maples (@blushandmane) shares her top five tips for capturing your work on Instagram, in a photo studio and beyond.
by Jamie Newman
What Are the Five "F" Words for a Successful Future?
This list comes from an Emmy-nominated hairdresser who hit a personal bottom and then rose to the top, following this "F" word formula.
by Anne Moratto
How to Create Financial Security and Consistency in a Salon
“Study what you have and project your future business based on last year’s data…when you know your slow times, there will be no slow times!”
Not All Balayage Is Created Equal
While clients can still confuse balayage and ombre, fall is the perfect time to educate them on these warmer tones.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Therapists Transform Clients in So Many Ways
With National Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 6-12) upon us, we are thinking about the many ways that licensed beauty pros extend empathy, energy, and healing touch.
by Anne Moratto
Modern Luxury: Does Your Salon Space Have it?
When was the last time you entered a business and felt a sense of bliss and peace the moment you walked in the door? Michele Pelafas, a leading interior designer in the spa and salon industry for more than 20 years, says the modern definition of luxury encompasses much more than furniture and finishes.
Sponsored by Michele Pelafas
12 Tips for the Best Highlights
Number one is teasylights. Saturation, tension, and working with a board are some other highlights on this list of highlighting tips.
by Anne Moratto
Single Mom Hairdressers Offer Advice for Keeping it Together
"I have a sneaky suspicion your attitude to keep going while juggling a career and a home might be the most valuable lesson. By showing your kids that life challenges will happen and can be faced, you provide lifelong encouragement to overcome their own." Hear from some inspiring single mom hairdressers.
How to Build a Beauty Brand
Success strategies from Anne Maza of Olivia Garden, the co-owner of a company that has celebrated 50 beautiful years.
by Anne Moratto
How One Nail Artist Networked her Way to her Dream Job
Meet Joanne Sorbello, a nail artist who has found success in the beauty industry working backstage at Fashion Week, on-set at photoshoots and collaborating with professionals from all categories.
Show Me the Money: How to Be Transparent with Your Pricing
Would you dare to post your service prices on your hair photos for your followers to see? Gina Bianca breaks it down—and has nothing to hide.
by Jamie Newman