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5 Questions for Sean Hayes on Precision Cutting
MODERN asks Matrix Artistic Design Team Member and Master Cutter Sean Hayes about his methods.1. How does one master precision cutting?SH: Mapping out the cut is so important. We get into ruts and allow ourselves to get lazy, like in how we ...
Khloe Blonde Sombre
Camille Plourde (@hairbycamillegp) of Hair by Camille in Milford, Connecticut, channeled Khloe Kardashian for this transformation. Sometimes just a little tweaking can make a big difference!Here she shares the HOW TO:Step 1: Lighten and cover ...
2 Sombre Formulas & Techniques
Sombre, or soft ombre, has been a beauty buzzword for a few seasons now, and it's really taking hold with clients across the country. The understated color style allows for an easy transition between seasons and low-maintenance color.Redken ...
by Lauren Quick
FORMULA: Adding a Little Zest To Virgin Hair
Jon Alexander Frawley (@jonnystylez), a color and balayage specialist at Bangz Salon and Wellness Spa, Montclair, New Jersey, introduced this level 3/4 virgin haired client to color by adding some balayage highlights which added a little ...
TRANSFORMATION: Ice/Blue Root to White Colormelt
Kristi Waldrop (@Kristi_Mac_of_Hair) a stylist/makeup artist at Head Rush Salon in Gonzales, Louisiana, wows us with this ice/blue to white colormelt. Here she shares the how-to:FORMULA:Lightening formula: Keune bleach + 20 volume ...
TRANSFORMATION: Minimizing The Line of Demarcation
Trish O'Connor (@trish_oco) of Panther City Salon, Fort Worth, Texas, was thrilled with the opportunity presented by her client. “She was so frustrated with having such a harsh line of demarkation during her grow out period,” ...
FORMULA: Classic Platinum Ash
Christina (@xtina209) of Tracy, California, posted this silver months ago, but we still feel it works today.Here the artist shares the HOW TO on her level 4-5 client:Step 1: Lighten using a balayage technique with Redken Flash Lift with 20 ...
Beauty Changes Lives Announces 2015 Mentorship Program Winners
The Beauty Changes Lives Foundation (BCL) has awarded four BCL mentorships to aspiring hairstylists. The BCL Mentorship Program is open to students enrolled at an American Association of Cosmetology Schools member school and pairs a highly ...
by Anne Moratto
7 Ways to Refresh Your Trade Show Display
Your trade show exhibit is a great catch: It’s been there for you for years… traveling to different events, staying in the same hotels, and putting on a great face in front of potential business at the shows. The two of you are ...
by Anne Moratto
COLOR CORRECTION: Uneven To Bombshell Blonde
Alisha Jared (@alishajaredhairartistry) from Siren Salon in Vancouver, WA, was thrilled with the opportunity presented by this client. "She has had several attempts at platinum, both professionally and non-professionally. There were ...
Hollywood Hair and Makeup Symposium Features Top Stylists, Barbers and Makeup Artists
“Hair and Makeup By… A Symposium of Film and Television Artists” will be taking place at Loews Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA. Sunday, September 27, 2015 with a full day of panels, workshops and networking mixer. Tickets ...
by Anne Moratto
Ruby For Ruby
Marina Diakatos (@Marinaandthesummerday) of Lavish Body & Home, Scranton, PA., was thrilled her new client found her through Instagram. "She had asked her previous stylist for something similar to Kylie Jenner's teal hair but ...
Video How-To: Woven Mermaid Braid from Lala's Updos
The beauty industry continues to notice updo masterminds such as Laura Kaszoni, whom you might know better by her Instagram handle, @lalasupdos. We were able to sit in on her Chicago class this summer to learn a few of her secrets, ...
by Lauren Quick
TRANSFORMATION: Raspberry and Orange Sorbet
"Don't you love when a client sits in your chair and tells you to do whatever you want!?" asks Emily Johnson (@eljohnson14) of Southern Roots Salon and Spa, Chattanooga, TN. "Well, I DO!" Johnson sent us this ...
COLOR CORRECTION: Brass to Ash
Chrissy Rasmussen (@hairby_chrissy) owner of Habit Salon in Gilbert, Arizona, has a wonderful Instagram page filled with lots of pretty, long blonde hair. When we saw this transformation we had to know more. "This first time client came ...
TRANSFORMATION: Notice-Me Red
Jason Backe (@jasonbacke) knew exactly what he had to do when his client said during the consultation, "I'm ready for a change. I don't think people notice me." Backe, co-owner of the Ted Gibson Salons and brand ambassador for ...
TRANSFORMATION: Royal Purple
Hannah Katelyn Williams (Hkwilliams_hairstudio) of "House of Color", Colorado Springs CO, says her 14 year old client is "going to be a freshmen in HS and wanted something new and vibrant to start this chapter! A rich royal purple ...