Career
Top Shelf: David Kinigson's "The Haircutter's Handbook"
Salon Owner and Platform Artist Mary Brunetti offers a peer review of David Kinigson's latest edition of "The Haircutter's Handbook."
Selecting the Right Brush for the Style
Designed by celebrity stylist, Nick Stenson, this brush collection was created to meet the different needs of all types of hair--and then create that hair's best style, ever.
Match Makers: How to Recruit and Retain Talent in These Turbulent Times
With cosmetology schools and the students they graduate on the decline and competition for talent ramping up, salon owners are finding it increasingly more challenging to recruit and retain talent. That perfect storm is encouraging many salons to get creative when it comes to connecting with emerging talent while solidifying the cultures that keep new hires on staff long term.
by Anne Moratto
When People Pleasing Backfires
In a world where everyone loves to give an opinion, why ignoring some of them can be the best thing you do. Business consultant Phil Jackson from Build Your Salon, discusses how not all opinions count.
The Raw Contouring Technique Tailors Hair Color to Each Head of Hair
Hair painting allows the colorist to “sign” their work with a signature hair color design. Learn how Sadie Jean Gray tailors each color finish to her client using her "Raw Contouring" color technique.
by Anne Moratto
The Truth About Texture Shears
The goal of this article is to help stylists to understand the differences between different types of shears that create texture in the hair.
Top Digital Beauty Trends for 2021
Square's Kaitlin Keefer walks salon owners through the digital trends that can take their businesses to the next level.
Building a Brand Through Social Media
At Sola Reconnected, Pureology's Jamie Wiley shared tips for using social to recruit new clients, promote your business and engage your existing audience.
Principles: The Language of Hairdressing
Our foundation of principles grants us the freedom to create with confidence. It’s what makes our industry so special – we learn the rules so we can break them. A strong understanding of the fundamentals helps us trouble shoot, problem solve, recreate looks and allows us to teach what we know to others.
Recharge Your Education With Wella: On The Go, Virtually, Or In-Person
As salons look toward a beautifully busy summer, beauty pros have a whole new world of education options to experience, and WellaEd is leading the way.
Sponsored by Wella
Be You! Discover Your Career Personality!
You value personal style—you're licensed in it! But how in sync is your work style? What makes you tick, professionally?
Sponsored by Ulta Beauty
Formula Alert: Face Frame, Toner and Base for a Gorgeous Glow-Up
This gorgeous glow-up was created by Alfaparf Milano’s US National Artistic Director Cassie Siskovic @cassiskovic. She creates rich depth, throughout, and a flattering frame of light around her client’s face.
Salon Pros, Take The Seven-Day Fresh Start Challenge
After an unprecedented and crazy time, how do you want to move forward? What do you want a workday to look like? What needs to adjust, stay in your life or go? Here’s an opportunity to rethink how to lead a more fulfilling life and reprioritize your needs, wellness, and health.
Design Inspo: 17 of Our Most Envied Salons and Suites
A slideshow of our "Salons of the Week," with designs that offer something for every beauty professional. From boutique salons to one-chair operations, we look at the elements that add up to awesome.
Design the Perfect Salon Studio to Align With Your Brand
"Moving from a traditional salon to your own studio can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. No salon was EVER built in one day." Bianca Margolis shares how she figured out her vision for her salon and her business.
Why Pinterest Could Be Your New Best Friend
The ins and outs of the best-kept social media secret in the beauty industry.
How Salons Are Responding to CDC’s Lifting of the Mask Mandate
Here is how five salons are publicly communicating their policies after the CDC issued an update to mask guidelines.
by Anne Moratto