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Schwarzkopf Professional Re-launches Igora Color10
Perfect 10Ten-minute processing Igora Color10 has just been re-launched by Schwarzkopf Professional. The color treatment rebuilds hair with amino acids and high-performing color pigments, which allows molecules to enter the hair shaft ...
by Lauren Quick
Essie's Fall 2015 Collection
Rock OnThe 2015 fall collection from Essie is inspired by the 1970s rock-n-roll music scene. The six shades of polish embody the rebellion and style that made the era famous: Leggy Legend: metallic bronzeColor Binge: punchy ...
by Lauren Quick
Wearing Tape-in Extensions
Even though I have applied tape-in extensions on my clients in the past, I have never had the chance to wear them myself. A few months ago I was able to try them out and I LOVE them! I believe that trying products out on yourself is the best way ...
Sit, Walk, Stand: Fight Bad Posture with Massage
“Small tweaks can make all the difference,” says Sulyn Silbar, an orthopedic massage therapist and posture and fitness expert who works with clients experiencing chronic body pain and low energy caused by poor posture and faulty ...
Salon Pro Faces Weight Loss Backlash
Making the rounds online is a 24-year-old hair and makeup professional’s transformation story that has resonated with a lot of people. Simone Anderson, who lives and works in New Zealand, was proud of herself for losing 182 pounds in just ...
TRANSFORMATION: Stand Out Gray Ombre
Wesley Palmer (@wesdoeshair), co-owner of Against The Grain Salon, Houston, Texas, says that client Tiffany "is a bartender who wants to stand out. She came to me with natural level 3 hair and wanted to be gray with an ombré effect." ...
Redken 5th Avenue NYC to Host Trim Hunger Cut-A-Thon
September marks Huger Awareness Month. In recognition of that, Redken 5th Avenue NYC will host the Trim Hunger Cut-A-Thon at the Redken Exchange on Thursday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Trim Hunger is the brainchild of Redken ...
by Jamie Newman
The Cost of Being Casual
BEING BFFS WITH YOUR CLIENTS MIGHT NOT BE THE KEY TO MAKING MONEY—HERE'S WHY.Stylists often put themselves at a bit of a disadvantage by generally being friendly and outgoing people who make connections easily. It’s not all bad, ...
by Jamie Newman
Rusk Elixir Mist
Mist-er RightRusk is launching its new Elixir Mist in September 2015. The mist contains the benefits of a traditional serum in a patented, air-driven delivery system. Hands-free serum application is more user-friendly and instantly absorbs ...
by Lauren Quick
New Cleanser, Conditioner & Styler from DevaCurl
Super DecadentFor super curly girls, DevaCurl has introduced No-Poo Decadence cleanser and One Condition Decadence conditioner. The sulfate-, paraben- and silicone-free products keep hair hydrated with chufa milk and quinoa for soft curls that ...
by Lauren Quick
Amika Virgin System
Like a VirginVirgin, a two-step professional system from Amika, is used with chemical treatments or as a single service to protect and repair hair to bring it to a virgin-like state. New disulfide bonds are created and existing bonds are ...
by Lauren Quick
Pureology's New Nano Works Gold Shampoo & Conditioner
Good as GoldPureology has revamped its Nano Works Gold shampoo and conditioner to make hair renewed and more youthful. Golden marula oil provides nutrients and antioxidants, and vitamin C, vitamin B and shea butter restore movement, ...
by Lauren Quick
Lighter Brighter: A Closer Look at Balayage, Ombriage, Sombre and Babylights
BALAYAGE:THE EXPERT: Eva Scrivo, New York City salon owner and educatorTHE 101: Balayage means “to sweep” or “sweeping” in French. “It’s been around for decades, prior to foils or frosting, brought to ...
New 7Seconds Glossing from Unite
Like a Gloss7Seconds Glossing is the latest innovation from Unite. The anti-humectant shine spray provides UV and thermal protection, fights frizz and smoothes hair. Spray is weightless, dry and works for all hair types. Good for use ...
by Lauren Quick
New Studio LED Light from OPI
Lighten UpThe new OPI Studio LED Light has a sleek design with fast-drying technology to set OPI GelColor manicures. The white casing makes the light look modern and chic, and finger separators are built in to prevent GelColor from smudging ...
by Lauren Quick
Cracking the Male Market
In case you haven’t noticed, the male grooming market is going through somewhat of a boom right now, but getting those commitment-phobic modern-day Tarzans into your salon or barbershop on a regular basis is a whole new ball game.Guys are ...
by Jamie Newman
Pretty Woman: 10 Tips for Selecting a Female Model
Maggie Mulhern, beauty and fashion director for MODERN SALON, consistently works with models while shooting magazine covers, judging competitions and directing Artist Session, a workshop that offers direction and inspiration to ...