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Live Longer! Running Just 7 Minutes a Day Can Do It!
A new study finds that running for very short periods can prevent death from cardiovascular disease and, in general, extend life expectancy.
5 Steps to Build Your Career as a Stylist
Whether you're a recent beauty school grad or a seasoned vet, Sam Villa has a few pointers for building your career as a stylist.
by Lauren Quick
SLIDESHOW: Paul Mitchell's The Gathering "rEvolution" Is On
Paul Mitchell's The Gathering was underway today in Las Vegas, with an exciting opening show that featured new launches and a stage show, followed by a day of education and a night of celebration.
by Anne Moratto
"Nadya" by Rica Mendes
Rica Mendes, from Paul Mitchell the School Danbury, Connecticut created this look, inspired by the idea of "the just woken, pin-up."
Are You a #TravelingHairdresser? Share On Instgram @modernsalon
MODERN is asking you to share photos of YOU doing hair in unique places. Tag #travelinghairdresser @modernsalon. So many of you have done so already and we are celebrating here!
HOW TO: Step By Step On This Beautiful Rope Braid Updo
HOW TO: Get the step by step on this rope braid updo by Heidi Marie Garrett.
17 Hair Color Questions Answered
We spotlight color educators with definitive answers to common conundrums heard in their classrooms.
Editorial Style
Chris McMillan, Living Proof celebrity stylist, and Ward, editorial superstar and Living Proof founder, are all about texture this season. Any ’do is undone to allow the strands and separation make the statement. The finished silhouette is real and wearable and totally on trend.
Forward Motion
Sebastian Professional’s What’s Next winners launch hair into the digital age with fresh talent, futuristic shapes and textured styles.
by Lauren Quick
"Egyptian Goddess" by Tonisha Barmore, Mayha McIntyre, and Toi Artist
This look was created by students Tonisha Barmore, Mayha McIntyre and Toi Artist of the Marinello School Of Beauty in Inglewood, California. 'Egyptian Goddess' was the inspiration for the look.
The Tone Chart: Behind the Scenes Scoop From Creator Larisa Love
MODERN checked in with Larisa Love (@larisadoll) to get the background on the amazing "Tone Chart" that has become a guide for colorists from coast to coast.
HOW-TO: Style Men's Thinning Hair in 5 Steps
Many men deal with thinning hair, and your job as a stylist is to improve the look and feel for them. Steven McLaughlin of Eufora gives pointers.
by Lauren Quick
How Social Media Transformed this Hairdresser's Life & Career
Hairstylist, wig maker, socially conscious and social media savvy, Darnell Wold said his career and his whole life changed when he really started using social media to market his talents.
by Anne Moratto
Are You Following the Jun Kuwabara (@juuuuuuuun) Journey?
Learn more about the journey of Jun Kuwabara as he travels the world cutting hair.
Jason Backe On Ombre As a Now Classic Hair Color Design
Jason Backe chats about ombre and color painting in this video.
Tips and Tricks for Coloring Extensions
Kitty Nadel offers tips and tricks for coloring extensions.
HOW-TO: Blood and Mandarin Orange Color Melt
Get the HOW TO and formula for this blood and mandarin orange color melt.