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Friends Are By Your Side Video...Check It Out
Modern just found this amazing Friends Are By Your Side video, that will launch officially next month. Check it out and learn more about the Wigs and Wishes gala to be held November 3.
Project Runway All Stars Premiere...Modern Was There!
The premiere of Project Runway All Stars premiered last night at a party in NYC. Alterna Hair Care was the very first professional line invited to participate in the show.
Behind The Scenes: Color on Extensions
Christopher Doves offers his formula and HOW TO create the look used for some of the wigs and Hairdreams extensions shown in the Hunger Games, to be released November 2013.
Jose Eber Hair Project at City Of Hope
Jose Eber Hair Project provided a day of hair pampering for 50 female patients who have lost their hair or are in the process of growing it back.
How to Convert Your Virgin Hair Color Clients to Using Hair Color
Your virgin-hair client is beginning to see more gray in her hair and wants to camouflage any signs of aging but is unsure about committing to anything that would be high-maintenance or require spending a lot of money on her color. You want to retain her business, without adding stress to her budget. What do you recommend? Candace Bossendorfer, Aloxxi Artistic Advisor explains.
How to Repair Hair's Integrity After Coloring Hair Multiple Times
ASK THE EXPERTS! Do you have a teen/young adult teen client who likes to experiment with various hair colors within short periods of time? What should colorists recommend to those clients to help maintain/repair their hair's integrity? Find out the answer here from Schwarzkopf Professional's Color Ambassador Rick Wellman.
Go-to Color Techniques For Busy Mom Clients by Beth Minardi
MODERN asked Beth Minardi, master colorist and founder of Beth Minardi Signature, "New moms often have little time to spare for themselves—and hair color can sometimes fall to the bottom of the priority list. What go-to color techniques (application or formulation) do you recommend for clients like this? What should be avoided for appointment stretchers?" See her answer!
Color Care Maintenance Recommendations For Age 60+ Clients
There are a number of hair mistakes that can make your client look older, so avoid these! (See inside.) Also, we asked Ian Michael Black, Aveda Global Artistic Director, Hair Color, if a colorist should consider changing her 60+ client's formula as she ages? Plus, an explanation on hair color care maintenance for 60+ clients is provided.
I'm Not Famous In Real Life
As hairdressers, like chefs, photographers, artists, models, clothing designers, actors and many other professions, the perception of fame can be the difference between good and great.
The Guerilla Is Gone But It's Not Too Late for You
Mr. Jay Levinson, author of "Guerilla Marketing" just passed away. You and your barber business are perfect for employing Mr. Levinson’s Guerilla marketing ideals.
by Ivan Zoot
Practical Government Shutdown Lessons
Washington may seem a distant world, but a government shutdown offers lessons very close to home. It’s frustrating to witness the antics of politicians, and while you await your opportunity to voice an opinion at the ballot box, double check that your business is not riddled with the stuff of shutdowns.
Professional Salon Concepts 30th Anniversary
SALON TODAY recently attended Professional Salon Concept’s (PSC) 30th anniversary event, where approximately 300 salon professionals, educators and PSC employees gathered together for an all-day event celebrating PSC’s brands and accomplishments in the salon industry.
ghd Announces Sponsorship of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
ghd has announced a brand new multi-year partnership with Victoria's Secret as the first ever official hair tool sponsor for its annual fashion show.
What It's Like to be a Beauty School Student in Tokyo, Japan
I had the opportunity to interview the manager of general affairs at the Yamano Beauty College to learn about what it's like to be a beauty school student in Japan. How much it costs, what the day to day is like, how long it takes, and more. I asked him about the male to female ratio in hairdressing (you may be surprised at his answer!) and about what kind of living a hairdresser can expert to earn in his or her career. Check out our interview below to hear is VERY interesting answers!
Aveda Congress 2013...A Perfect Show
More than 3000 salon professionals from 20 countries attended NOMAD: Aveda Congress 2013, held this weekend in Minneapolis. Details here.
Blues Hues: The Voice's Juhi and More
The blue shades in the hair of Juhi on The Voice reflected a trend that other celebs have been sporting all year.
Juut Presents at NOMAD: Aveda Congress 2013
It was all about beards and moustaches for the Juut Team at NOMAD: Aveda Congress 2013 in Minneapolis this weekend. Get an overview of a finished look here.