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COLOR CORRECTION: Box Ombre Fail to Totally FAB!
Katlin Starks (@hairbykatlin), a Master Designer Stylist at Regis Salon in Albuquerque, NM., had quite the challenge. "This client had not colored her hair in a year," says Startks. "She had new growth, plus red box color covered ...
TWEAKED: Going For The Gold (With That Touch Of Rose)
Crystal Jimenez (@crystalj_beauty) of Carlton Hair, Santa Ana, California, tweaked Natalie's BOX red to blonde design to be a bit more hotter than hot (and very professional) ROSE GOLD."Natalie used to have red box dye in her hair so ...
NYFW: Rodney Cutler For Zimmermann
“Zimmermann has always held a place close to my heart," says Lead Hair Stylist: Rodney Cutler for Cutler/Redken Salon. "As an Australian, I am so proud to support and stand beside other talented Australians. The sexy, ...
TRANSFORMATION: Blonde With Heavy Dimension
Emily Siegel (IG: emilysiegelpro), a hair and make up artist based in Columbus, Ohio, posted this breathtaking transformation that caught our eye on instagram."My client has been highlighting her hair for years," say Siegel. "It ...
TRANSFORMATION: Silver Lilac
James Dearmiju, @dearmiju. located at Salon Republic in West Hollywood, CA., created this lovely silver lilac finish that caught our eye on instagram. "Aline first came to me 4 months ago with dark brown hair," he says. "She ...
February Is the Short Month & Here's How to Make it BIG
February is the short month. It is only short by a few days. It feels a lot shorter than it really is. February feels like it is over before you get started. It is already half over as I type this.February needs a haircut ...
by Anne Moratto
NYFW How-To: Aveda Makeup and Essie Mani at Costello Tagliapietra FW15
Design team Jeffrey Costello and Robert Tagliapietra showed a romantic, enchanting collection with bold silhouettes and hues that took us into the woods with touches of wines, golds and teals. Aveda and Essie artists were tasked with ...
by Lauren Quick
Empire Students Design Styles for Grammy Nominees
Empire Beauty School asked their students to show us how they would style Beyoncé, Iggy Azalea and Taylor Swift for music’s biggest night.Empire’s ‘Style the Artist’ Instagram contest asked students to choose one of these ...
Valentine's Day Beards - 4 Ways to Brush up on Your Skills!
Valentine's day is tomorrow, and lovers everywhere will be gearing up for the annual homage to St Valentine. For traditional unisex salons this means a spike in business as love-struck female clients call in to make sure every hair is ...
#Caper15: Stellar Lineup Planned for Paul Mitchell Schools' Event
“Lights, Camera, Action!” That’s the theme of Paul Mitchell Schools’ Caper event, a smoke-free, alcohol-free, hands-on educational extravaganza that brings over 2,500 “future professionals” to Las Vegas ...
by Anne Moratto
6 Ways to Keep Nails Strong and Hangnail-Free
Although winter is particularly notorious for wreaking havoc on nails and hands, some of your clients might experience brittle nail woes and dry cuticles year-round. Whether the issues are seasonal or constant, Essie Director of Education Gino ...
by Lauren Quick
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture Supports Chicago International Salsa Congress
A team of cosmetology students and instructors from Tricoci University of Beauty Culture (TUBC) are set to style the hair and makeup of some of the world’s most talented salsa dancers at the upcoming Chicago International Salsa ...
FORMULA: Silver To Lavender Sombre
Liz Robson, a hair stylist at Salon Blonde, Davis, California, shared this beautiful color melt with MODERN. "This was the second time we did a lavender color on this sweet client, Ana," she says. "The first time she went a little ...
COLOR CORRECTION: Ombre To Sombre
Walker (@walkerbespokesalon), an artist at Bespoke Salon in Scottsdale, Arizona, was challenged with a client who wanted to soften her ombre. Being a first time client, a thorough consultation was performed to uncover haircolor ...
TRANSFORMATION: Dimensional Hot Pink
Veronica Delgado (@veronicaampmstylist) of AMPM Salon, a Paul Mitchell Focus Salon, Albuquerque, New Mexico, had an opportunity to make her guest pink and she went for it. "We're seeing fashion colors more than ever now in the ...
5 Reasons Why You Should Go Organic With Your Haircolor
As a beauty professional, you’ve probably heard the term “organic” haircolor. Maybe, you scoff at idea. Maybe, you’re a health-conscious hairstylist whose ears just perked up. Either way, step away from the ...
COLOR CORRECTION: Regal Purple
Cynthia Lumzy (@cynthialumzy), owner of “My Alter Ego Salon” in Dixon, Illinois, had an opportunity to correct a banded pink shade into something quite beautiful. Although it was a challenge, Lumzy, a color expert, managed to create ...