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A Day in the Life of a Successful New Stylist
First Chair profiles three new talent success stories as part of our ongoing “A Day in the Life...” series. Their customer-service skills, professionalism and passion for the industry helped them successfully make the clinic-to-salon transition in three years or less. Read how Kelsey, Casey and Taylor make the most out of their careers.
DJ Victory Reveals her Secret Pastel Color Formula!
After much thought and consideration, MODERN Facebook fan DJ Victory, whose pastel purple secret trademark color blew up controversy on Facebook, decides to reveal her formula!
Chrystofer Benson's Visionary Shoot April 1-2, 2012
Matrix Artistic Director Chrystofer Benson is teaching a Visionary Shoot class scheduled April 1-2 in New York City. This Visionary Shoot class will allow you to watch and learn from our award winning artists as they guide you through, in detail, the entire beauty image creation process.
Corioliss K2 Vapour Infusion Iron
The Corioliss K2 Professional Vapour Infusion iron improves hair condition as you style with available Argan Shine serum infused treatment. The Corioliss K2 Professional Vapour Infusion Iron will repair brittle, damaged hair. The included Argan Shine steam infused treatment leaves hair looking and feeling healthier and smoother.
Animal Print and Tribal Nail How-Tos
Add pizzazz to your clients' nails with OPI's new nail art looks using GelColor by OPI, which wears like regular polish but requires no dry time, instead each layer needs to be cured using a LED lamp. Check out how to create this trendy and wild animal print below.
Transitions: From Classroom To Clinic To Salon
Moving from mannequins to talking heads is a world of difference. Here’s how to make the transition a smooth one.
Q&A with Beth Minardi
You’ve got questions, Beth has answers! In this ongoing series in MODERN SALON, Facebook fans share their color conundrums with Beth Minardi, award-winning colorist, NYC salon owner and spokesperson for Joico Vero K-Pak color.
Bieber Effect
When it comes to guys’ color, it’s all about the full fringe. With younger men embracing longer looks (but never admitting they’re stealing Justin Bieber’s style), it’s the perfect place for a shady accent—from subtle and dark to theatrically light and bright.
Male Enhancement
Let’s face it: cutting men’s hair isn’t always as easy at it looks. It takes time, practice and continuing education to become comfortable in the art of men’s grooming.
Award-Worthy Hair
Awards season is among us and though your clients may not get an invitation to hit the red carpet, there’s no reason they can’t have award-worthy hair at their viewing party.
Rose-Inspired Updo from MODERN's Facebook: The How To
When we posted this rose-inspired updo on MODERN's Facebook page—it was love at first sight for our 52,000 Facebook fans. In fact, this updo, which was created by Beverly Melendez at Salon Pasca in Wilmington, Delaware, is MODERN SALON's most-requested updo tutorial of.all.time. Seriously. So, we got you the how to!
Fire-Over-Comb Barbering Technique? The "Singe" Cut
In an article posted in the MokenaPatch, a local newsletter for Mokena, Illinois, Dina's Barber Show groomer uses an open flame and a comb to cut the editor's hair—in a technique he calls the "Singe Hair Cut."
How to Cast the Perfect Model for a Photoshoot
What should a stylist look for when casting models? How do you effectively screen and consult with models? What is the difference between casting a model for a photo shoot vs. a show or a class? Dimitrios Tsioumas, Goldwell International Artistic Master and NAHA Haircolorist and Editorial Stylist of the Year, gives practical and creative advice for picking the perfect model who wants to work with you again and again.
How To Create a Storyboard Concept for a Photoshoot
How do you create a winning concept? Bring together all of your inspirations and see your concept emerge. Dimitrios Tsioumas, Goldwell International Artistic Master and NAHA Haircolorist and Editorial Stylist of the Year, gives a behind-the-scenes look at how he creates a storyboard concept.
Hair Bow Updo: The How-To
MODERN's Facebook fans went CRAZY when we posted this pic of Vicki Desouza Houghton's "hair bow" updo on our Facebook page. In just an hour, this pic got 520 "likes", more than 50 comments, and 47 shares. Obviously we had to get the how to from Vicki!
Photo Album of NAILS Seen at The CND Shellac Runway Show
One of my favorite events to attend at America's Beauty Show (ABS) in Chicago is the CND Shellac Runway Show. I tried to get up as close as I could to these models to show you these nail designs. Flip through the album below. They are fantastic!
Photo Album of The Runway and FasciNATURE Collection at ABS
Photo Album of The Runway and FasciNATURE Collection at ABS