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13 Guidelines for Achieving Great Gray Coverage
Eric Mayes, expert colorist for Joico Vero K-PAK Color Age Defy, gives his top rules to follow when approaching gray coverage in the salon.
Patrick McIvor's New Studio Experience
My goal for our new studio's experience is to make it as good as sex. It was something I decided I wanted to do after I watched a TED Talk about designing for senses (check it out below). What I learned was the reason sex is so ...
Trend Alert: The “Man Bun” by Marylle Koken
Calling all hipsters, artists and men with really long hair…I’ve got a hot one for ya. Spotted on the streets here in Venice Beach, CA, one of my fave men’s trends of the season is the effortless, twisted and tossed up ...
You’re Doing it Wrong…Click Baiting on Facebook
Things have changed in the social sphere, and I’ll give you just one “who’s done it” guess! That’s right folks, Facebook has changed its algorithm (the equation that decides what fans will see your Facebook posts) - ...
5 Traits of a Great Social Media Community Manager
Social media for the salon, this isn’t your teenager’s social status friends; it’s not as easy as it looks. So, what does it take to be a social media community manager for a salon? With a mouthful of job responsibilities, it ...
Trend Alert: Prison Chic by Marylle Koken
It's a proven fact: Bad boys have the best style. And I’m a total sucker for them! For the tough guys who might be a diamond in the rough, rock this ‘do and you’ll shine – and I mean that in the most masculine way ...
Orlando Pita's 8 TIPS For The Perfect Ponytail
Famed Editorial stylist Orlando Pita (@OrlandoPita) offered a rare and special presentation at the most recent Intercoiffure Atelier, held October 19 and 20 in New York City. Representing Kerastase, Pita presented 2 models on stage sharing his ...
The Travel Tech Kit...This One Is Perfect
Looking for a durable travel tech kit? Nichole Tonning-Smith of Aloxxi has found it in this Stanley Tool Box on wheels (about $75) which she found in a hardware store. "It is sturdy and makes sense for the professional," says ...
Behind the Cover: Bag of Tricks
Creating new structures and shapes is easier than ever today with all kinds of products and tools designed to alter texture, width, length and color. Take extensions, for example. They are now refined and customized by professionally trained ...
Editor's Note: Catering to Your Client's Needs
A few years ago, when the economy was crumbling and clients began to space out appointments, requests for ombre color quickly began to rise—allowing clients to stay on trend while stretching their color investment. The category of no-chip, ...
Get Your PhD in Facial Hair
Winter is coming and as it gets colder many of your clients will be questioning to themselves, “To beard, or not to beard.” Do you experience clients coming in for beard consultations? Prepare now, because you’re likely to ...
12 Surprising Facts About Skin Aging
Sure, you have probably heard of the many factors that can contribute to skin aging -- environmental pollution, ultraviolet radiation, excess alcohol or drug consumption, etc. Even if you think you are doing everything right in the fight against ...
6 Makeup Brush Maintenance Tips
Proper makeup brush maintenance is crucial for keeping your brushes looking pristine and clean. Here are some tips you should follow when taking care of your brushes:Tip 1: Get rid of any cracked make-up and keep your trays clean. Everything ...
Nails 911
“Nailebrity” Elaine Watson is the VP of marketing and global education director at Star Nail. Watson also judges high-profi le nail competitions, works on-set for editorial and runway events, and has her fingers on the pulse of ...
Student Submissions
Want the opportunity to be published? The process just got a little easier with First Chair's Student Submissions section. Take a pic of your best hair style, nail or makeup design, a look from a hair competition or an image from a ...
How-To: Jet Black to Copper Using Olaplex
Managing lift with deep, dark haircolor is not a simple task; don't let anyone tell you any differently. Breakage is a huge concern, but Josie Sanchez, master stylist at Dop Dop Salon in NYC, was able to transform her own hair from ...
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