Career
The Other Social Network
Corrine Mathison used what mentors taught her, client relationships and referrals to build and maintain her business. She doesn’t even have a Facebook page.
The Happy Hairdresser
After years learning the business aspects of salons, Brandi Crosson realized she was only truly happy when she was doing hair. Her background helped her build business fast.
Mastering Client-Communication Skills
In addition to educating for Wella Professionals, Peg Cribari founded her own Cribari Advanced Salon Seminars.
Kathy Jager: Journaling Toward Health
Her story wasn’t unusual—a single mom struggling to support two daughters—but what was uncommon about Kathy Jager was her intuitive understanding that she had to take care of herself if she wanted to be there for her children ...
FORMULA: Star Wars Inspired Green!
Kaitlyn Chandler (@kcerenahair) an artist at Klipz Salon, Angels Camp, CA. shares the details for this Star Wars inspired green design on her client, a natural level 2:"Her hair was mostly natural from a grown out ombre."STEP 1: Start ...
HOW-TO: Full Feathered Brows
Feathered brows, as opposed to harsh, sharp lines, are a more natural-looking take on the bold-brow trend we have been seeing this year both on and off the runways. This Cara Delevingne-inspired look calls for some perfectly organized ...
by Jamie Newman
Takisha Sturdivant-Drew: A Celeb Hairdresser Likes Feeling Light
With a busy schedule that revolves around not only a full clientele and traveling to do hair on movie sets but also a husband and 4-year-old twins, Takisha Sturdivant-Drew depends heavily on exercise for fitness and focus. “Working ...
How to Cover a Tattoo in 5 Easy Steps
MODERN caught up with celebrity make up artist David Maderich (@davidmaderich) who is frequently asked to hide all kinds of things when applying make up for covers, photoshoots or ad campaigns. But sometimes it goes beyond. "As a makeup ...
Keep Wellness in Mind During Holiday Travels
Putting a little thought into your wellness will maximize the chance that you’ll be safe and healthy as you travel during the holiday season. Tina Aldatz, chief executive officer of Savvy Travelers, shares tips to avoid getting sick, hurt ...
TRANSFORMATION: She Wanted To SHOUT!
Lynn Huynh (@lynn_at_excellenthairsalon) a stylist at Excellent Hair Salon & Spa Inc, Fremont, California, was thrilled with the opportunity this first time client presented."She wanted to go purple at first, but at the end of the ...
Artists Supporting Artists: Fight Social Negativity
Does receiving just a handful of “likes” on your Instagram post ruin your day? Were you caught off-guard by a personal attack on Facebook? Those are just two of the battles you face in what Sam Villa calls a “war zone of ...
TRANSFORMATION: Bleached Out To Dimensional Blue/Gray
Tai Kieu (@taitkieuapril05), a stylist at Bebe Salon, Garden Grove, California, says "My client been getting highlights for the last 2 years on her natural Asian level 2 hair. So when she first came to my chair, her hair had been ...
Red Door Spa Hosts Annual Pop-Up Shop in Willis Tower
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa will host its Luxury Pop-Up Salon and Spa in the Wacker Lobby of the southwest corner of the Willis Tower to pamper guests before the holidays. From December 14 to December 18, guests can enjoy complimentary salon ...
by Jamie Newman
2015 Excellence in Education Spotlight: The Next Level at Eric Fisher Academy
MODERN SALON's Excellence in Education annual recognition program celebrates leading cosmetology schools, highlighting innovative programs and best practices in eight categories and two divisions (single location and multi-unit schools).The ...
by Jamie Newman
TRANSFORMATION: Going To The Dark Side
Jordan Pomeroy (@jbraidsandbows) of Blue Water Salon, Naples, Florida, says "My client had been blonde for the majority of her life and was tired of the upkeep. She had been toying with the idea of going darker but wasn't sure how she ...
From Brass To Low Maintenance Ash Sombre
Chrissy Rasmussen (@hairby_chrissy) of Habit Salon (@habitsalon) Gilbert, Arizona shares the HOW TO for this color correction on her client from Hawaii who has a natural base level 6, "but the ends are super brassy which the Hawaiian sun ...
2015 Excellence in Education Spotlight: Marketing Innovation at Aveda Institutes South
MODERN SALON's Excellence in Education annual recognition program celebrates leading cosmetology schools, highlighting innovative programs and best practices in eight categories and two divisions (single location and multi-unit schools).The ...
by Jamie Newman