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Why Dressing for Success Works: The 5 Outfits Every Beauty Pro Needs
This is how dressing for success will actually help you make more money.
She Loves Her Hair For the First Time in Her Life
This client grew up being told how unattractive her hair was and felt like there was nothing that would change that. This stylist did--and with love.
by Anne Moratto
Become a Trusted Hair Extension Specialist with These Practices
If you are prepared with the right techniques, the right questions, and the right products, you will be ready to create a beautiful result for your hair extension client. And when you've done that, you have a client for life. Here are my proven methods for building a solid hair extension career and business.
10 Ways to Prepare for the Busiest Time of the Year
The time of year when you see everyone in your chair is around the corner. Once it kicks in, you think of nothing but the salon and go on automatic from sunrise to sunset. This year, before the tsunami of work hits your salon, consider how you can minimize stress and enjoy the season with everyone else.
The Potential of Oral Minoxidil to Treat Hair Loss
Learn all about the past, present, and future of a hair loss solution your guests may be asking you about.
3 Stylists Share Their Seasonal Self-Care Tips
These three Cosmo Prof's Artistic Team Members have very unique approaches to moving into this busy time of year. Their self-care practices and business strategies are working for them--and could for you, too!
What Is Scalp Micropigmentation and Why Is it So Profitable?
Becoming a provider of scalp micropigmentation has been very financially and personally rewarding for Miguel Rosas. He says that it's a natural service for barbers and stylists to offer their clients and that the money to be made can almost sound "too good to be true." Hear for yourself.
by Anne Moratto
Identify the Signs and Symptoms of Scarring Alopecia
The Scarring Alopecia Foundation’s (SAF) Let’s Get Visible Campaign educates hairstylists about scarring alopecia, a life-changing permanent inflammatory hair loss disease.
Rosy Announces 2023 Scholarship Winners
The software company reveals the latest winners in its industry scholarship program exclusively for the next generation of salon professionals.
Empowering Hairdressers to Support Clients Facing Hair Loss
Hairdressers can make a difference for clients dealing with hair loss if they are equipped with the right consultation questions to identify the type of hair loss, and then the right products to respond to the challenge. In two exclusive interviews, we learn how Rene Furterer helps support healthy hair growth and how the brand empowers stylists to become the ultimate expert and ally.
Protecting YOU: Salon Insurance Basics
It’s scary running a team, managing chairs, and learning on the fly. Independent Boot Camp is a great opportunity to share business insights and help creatives like you gain confidence as a business owner.
Get The Tools to Help Your Hiring Anxiety
Whether commission-based or chair rental, building a salon business is stressful. It is time to get effective tools to unlock hiring success and ease your mind on the risks of staffing up.
Thanksgiving Reflections: Seven Reasons to Say Thanks
Being thankful breeds more things to be grateful for. This Thanksgiving, take a moment to slow down and reflect on seven reasons salon professionals have to say thanks.
Micro Point Links Create Hair Volume on Top
For clients who want to address volume on the top of their heads, but don't want the commitment of wearing and caring for a topper, this unique service provides a solution. Micro Point Links fill in thinning areas by knotting individual hairs onto existing hairs. It's a service that is a win-win, offering clients an answer to sparse, bare areas and providing stylists with a valuable addition to their service menu.
How to Avoid Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Ulta Beauty's Anna Manukyan breaks down the basic 50/30/20 budgeting rule to help us achieve smarter personal financial management.
How Clients Push Your Buttons
Some clients push your buttons to see if you will enforce your boundaries. Your response lets them know how to treat you.
Coiffeurphobia: Fear of a Hairdresser
Being nervous about getting a haircut or coloring your hair, especially with a new hairdresser, makes sense. Carlos explains why "Coiffeurphobia" is a thing.