FORMULA: Dimensional Dusty Lavender
Amber Mahaffey (@coloroutsidethelineshs) of Surfside Beach, SC, shares the formula for this dimensional dusty lavender design.
Balayage For The Save
Amber Smith (@serena_at_sola) of Serena at Sola, Papillion, Nebraska, shows how some well placed balayage and simple toning can totally transform and correct a head of hair.
Quick Change: Jill Buck of Nine Zero One Styles Multiple Looks in Minutes on Julianne Hough at Miss USA
Nine Zero One Salon stylist Jill Buck was backstage with John Paul Mitchell Systems to create four styles to complement each of host Julianne Hough's looks.
by Jamie Newman
FORMULA: Going For a Big Change
Denise Abbott (@deniseyab) of Blush Hair and Makeup Studio in Granite City, Illinois, had quite a opportunity with her virgin haired client. Here she shares the formula for this makeover.
Albert Luiz's Winning Look at Miss USA Embraces Natural Texture
Farouk Systems Global Artist Albert Luiz was responsible for creating Kára McCullough's flawless look. He played up her natural texture by defining curls and adding volume and shine using CHI products and tools.
by Jamie Newman
Ted Gibson To Host L’Oréal Professionnel Color & Style Trophy
L’Oréal Professionnel has just announced that Celebrity Stylist Ted Gibson will be the emcee for Color & Style Trophy - noted as the world’s oldest live hair competition. The contest is coming to the U.S. and will be held in New York City on June 25. Details here.
How To Successfully Retail With Profit-Driven R.O.I Strategies
Salon industry veteran Alan Benfield Bush offers some tips for how to evaluate your product mix and how to set measurable retail goals.
by Anne Moratto
Box Brunette to Solid Platinum in 6 Hours
Tiffany Massey (@tiffanymhair) of Structure Hair Studio (@structurehs) in Dahlonega, GA. says this box-dyed brunette (a natural level 8) wanted to go solid platinum blonde. 6 hours later, mission accomplished!
COLOR CORRECTION: Killing The Band
Gioryi Darwich (@Gigi_your_stylist) of Elegant Studio, Philadelphia, PA, had quite the challenge when she met this client who did not want a touch up. "She actually wanted to keep the top dark brown." Darwich realized thin, back-to-back highlights would erase the band.
COLOR CORRECTION: Messed Up Highlights To Blended Perfection
Heather Hardesty (@heath01234) of Studio 417 (@Studio417Salon), Springfield, MO, had quite a correction for this client. Here she shares the details using all Wella color.
Dramatic Makeover For a Career and Life Transformation
Alexander Scott (@alexanderscotthair) of @bangseattle, Seattle, WA, says he has "been cutting my client's hair for about 5 years and her color had always been natural. After a career and life transformation, she was ready for an image transformation as well." Here Scott shares the details for the color makeover.
Balayage and Melting For a Vibrant Blend
Darcy Kost-botelho (@Hairbydarcykb_) of Orange Salon in Northern California, says that her client was looking for "a vibrant purple, pink blend with natural roots. This project took around four hours to achieve." Here she shares the details for this makeover.
Two Sessions Of Balayage For a One-Of-A-Kind Color Design
Liz Jeffrey (@lizjeffrey) of LOUD Hair House, Windsor, Ontario, specializes in balayage and her toning formulas are always custom made in order to achieve a unique color. "I like my clients to leave with a one-of-a-kind formula," she says.
Tips for a Pageant-Worthy Blowout from CHI's Anna Cantu
CHI's Anna Cantu shares tips during the Miss USA 2017 weekend on how to achieve a pageant-worthy blowout with CHI products and tools.
by Lauren Quick
BALAYAGE: Get Tips and a Video Demo From a Master
Get some great balayage tips and video demo from a color master as he trains the Ulta artists. Jerric Fruits shows how to combine foils and painting for a beautiful finish. Check it out!!!
FORMULA: Hot Steel
Get the formula for this amazing color design by Taylor Roberts.
Dramatic Makeover: From Gate Guard to Supermodel
Engaged to be married in October/November, this client was in need of a major makeover to prepare for her big day! You have to see the full transformation for yourself.