Old Ombre To Dimensional Brunette
Connie Delamora (@ConnieCouture) of Studio One Salon, Kennewick, Washington, says, "My client came in to me with a grown out balayage from summer. She was ready for change. I first started by removing about 6 inches to have a better idea of where I would be painting with lightener." Here she shares the details for the fresh color.
Shelf Life: Cosmetic Expiration Dates and Point After Opening
Whether in your own arsenal or on retail shelves, cosmetics, styling elixirs and other beauty products don’t last indefinitely—especially once opened.
by Jamie Newman
3 Cool Blonde Ideas for Winter
Matrix Celebrity Stylist George Papanikolas gives three ideas for blonde adjustments for winter.
by Jamie Newman
Prorituals Announces Revamped Professional Education Programs for 2017
Prorituals salon professional color and wet line has announced a revamped and revitalized education program in 2017, along with the appointment of nearly 30 new educators across the country.
by Anne Moratto
Bringing Red Hair Back To Life
This natural redhead was losing her hair’s vibrancy as she got older. Here, we show you how one colorist brought it back to life.
MAKEOVER: Balayage and Toning For The Save
Farhana (@xo.farhana.balayage) is a balayage specialist based at Hedkandi Salon, Hotel Arts, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. When MODERN saw this gorgeous makeover on Instagram we just had to know more. Farhana shares the details in this post.
12 Facts About Hair and Hair Color You Need to Know
At Wella’s Master Color Expert training, attendees learn everything from the anatomy of a hair follicle to how to consult with real clients, to everything in between.
by Jamie Newman
On the Journey to Become A Wella Master Color Expert: Phase One
Three Master Color Expert participants explain why they signed up, and what they will take away from this experience and back to their own salons.
by Jamie Newman
Lessons from Uber: Demand Based Pricing for Haircutters
Supply and demand, a basic law of economics, dictates pricing in most industries. We haircutters have a lot to learn.
by Ivan Zoot
How To Determine the Ideal Hair Cut Based on Face Shape
Expert tips from Muzaffer Topal, a national trainer for Schwarzkopf Pivot Point Technique.
by Anne Moratto
Drab And Faded To Wow Red
Moonshine Ruiz (@mymanebitchh) of J'Adore on Long Island, New York, wowed us with this makeover we found on Instagram. Here Ruiz shares the details for this faded to wow red.
MAKEOVER: Going Bright Red But "Not Vivid"
Sarai Speer (@saraihairwizard) of ReHab Hair, Kansas City, MO, says this makeover took 3 hours and she charged $250. In this feature she shares the details.
What Do We Mean When We Say "Hair-Replacement Specialist"?
If being a trichologist doesn’t suit you but you love doing hair, you might want to consider specializing in hair replacement.
Balayage Using Four Formulas To Create A Violet Rose Gold
Sami Schneider (@samihairmagic) of House Of Color, Colorado Springs, CO, shares the details for this lovely makeover: "My client wanted a rose gold/blonde/lavender color. She was starting with a natural level 7 root with a remaining level 8/9 Balayage." How-to here.
9 Dos and Don'ts for Holiday Hair
Jenny Savage, Kerastase colorist at Atelier by Square Salon in Las Vegas, gives some helpful hints in surviving, and thriving during, the holiday rush.
by Jamie Newman
HOW-TO: Radiant Skin, Smoky Eyes and Ombre Lip Make the Perfect Holiday Makeup Look
Stylist/Makeup Artist Constantine James, manager of Cos Bar in Highland Park, Illinois, demonstrates how to apply the perfect holiday look for clients, which includes sparkly eyes, ombre lips and a radiant, dewy glow, on MODERN's associate editor, Jamie Newman.
by Jamie Newman
Damaged Faux Blonde To Healthy Semi Sweet Chocolate
Heather Pizzulli (@hairbyheatha), a design associate at Vito Mazza Salon & Spa, Woodbridge, NJ, says her client has "been a faux blonde balayage for almost 2 years - refusing haircuts and deep conditioners - and ALWAYS flat ironing at 450 degrees. I let her realize for herself that her hair was going to give up at some point and the day I got the text 'I need my hair chopped off and made dark' I immediately made room for her in the book." Details here.