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America's Beauty Show Hits 90-Year Mark
There’s only one America’s Beauty Show and it’s almost here! Cosmetologists Chicago (CC) is presenting its 90th consecutive America's Beauty Show (ABS), (formerly The Midwest Beauty Show) March 9-11, 2013, at McCormick Place West in downtown Chicago.
New "Associate Designer" Positions at JCPenney Salons Nationwide
JCPenney is a launching an exciting new position in the salon industry that embraces raw, new talent. Entitled “Associate Designer,” this position presents the opportunity to truly learn the inter-workings of a salon with emphasis on product knowledge, client interaction and technical training. Apply now!
Karg Cuts
Mike Karg demos HOW TO cut extensions without hitting the natural hair
Blow Dryer insight...What Every Stylist Should Know
Robert Kim of Salon Tech tells why every stylist should own multiple blow dryers.
Tips For New Stylists Relocating to a New City
Amanda Smith chats with Arrojo artist Shawnee Seeley and gets some advice on how to relocate when just starting off in a professional beauty career.
Manicure-Makeover: Nails Are Featured on "What Not To Wear"
Manicurist Julie Kandalec performed the first nail intervention ever on the makeover show, "What Not To Wear" proving nails are an essential component to a well-dressed look.
by Anne Moratto
Beth Minardi Introduces Her Signature Hair Color to Chicago
Beth Minardi took the stage on Monday January 28, to introduce her new Beth Minardi Signature Hair Color to Chicago area colorists at the Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Makeup Artists, Chart Your Creativity: LA Makeup Show Contest
The Makeup Show LA is looking for some of the best artists in the business to use a face chart to recreate a famous and recognizable piece of fine art using their kit and imagination.
by Anne Moratto
America's Beauty Show 2013
Cosmetologists Chicago is presenting it's 90th consecutive America's Beauty Show (ABS), (formerly The Midwest Beauty Show) March 9-11, 2013 at McCormick Place West in downtown Chicago. Read the full details.
ONES TO WATCH: Trish Dool, Student For Life
Trish Dool has worked as a hair stylist at Eric Fisher Salon for almost twenty years. As Artistic Director of the salon, she is the head of education for their new staff. Read more about Dool and see photos of her work.
HOW-TO: Jennifer Lopez and Heidi Klum's Side Parts & Swept Waves
The popular side part and side swept waves were a hit at the 2013 Golden Globes recently. Here are some popular looks from the evening seen on Jennifer Lopez and Heidi Klum that you can re-create in a few steps.
HOW-TO: First Lady Michelle Obama's New Bangs
If you caught the official swearing-in ceremony at the Presidential Inauguration on Sunday, you also probably caught a glimpse of First Lady Michelle Obama's new bangs. "To address the most significant event of the weekend, I love her bangs," Obama said, according to USA Today. "She looks good. She always looks good."
Lydia Sarfati Inspires Future Beauty Professionals
Lydia Sarfati, Repêchage CEO and Founder was invited to speak to future professionals at two Tricoci University of Beauty Culture campuses in the Chicago area. Sarfati presented an inspirational as well as technical demonstrations to the Harlem and Rockford campuses providing Tricoci students with the tools they will need to succeed after graduation.
Wig Education Program for Stylists
What's in a wig and how does a hair stylist help a client choose, cut, style and maintain it? Until now, working with wigs was a specialty, but thanks to a new educational website, WigEdu hair stylists will learn everything they need to know about recommending the appropriate wig, wig construction information, materials, sizing as well as a primer on the various conditions that cause hair loss.
Hairdreams, The Doves Announce "Barbie Gets Glamorous" Winners
Hairdreams hair extensions announced the winners of the Glam Your Barbie Campaign that launched in December in The Doves Studio in Santa Monica. to help The American Red Cross' Hurricane Sandy recovery efforts.
by Anne Moratto
How To Determine Eye Brow Length
Boom Boom, owner of Boom Boom Brow Bar offers some eye brow guidelines for beginners.
OPI's Liquid Sand Shades Inspired by Disney's Oz
OPI has announced the launch of six limited edition nail lacquers and a new Liquid Sand shade, inspired by Disney’s Oz The Great and Powerful. With an all-star cast that includes James Franco and Michelle Williams, this highly-anticipated film opens in theaters on March 8, 2013.