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Pravana Vivids Before and After: PLUS Formula
You LOVED this before and after so much we had to get you the Pravana Vivids Formula.
NAHA New Faces in Beauty
In an attempt to recognize rising talent in the beauty industry, The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) added a new category last year for 2012, the Newcomer Stylist of the Year. The category is meant to bridge the gap between Student Hairstylist of the Year and Hairstylist of the Year. This year, we invited the last year’s 2012 Newcomer of the Year finalists Sal Misseri, Ray Hornback, Nick Hemsley, Valeria Amirova and Jasmine Gibbs, to share with us their experiences after NAHA and how it changed their lives.
iPhone Cases Sport Popular OPI Polishes
My Case Couture and OPI have partnered together to bring color to technology by offering trendy cell phone cases with free matching mini bottles of OPI nail lacquer. The cases will include six of OPI’s most popular and fashion forward colors, with additional colors coming later in 2013.
HOW-TO: Cutting a Modern Bob With a Tilted Fringe
This modern style is versatile because it can be styled for many ways for different occasions. The cutting technique of pivoting from the crown reduces weight and allows the hair to move especially around the face area.
2013 Goldwell Color Zoom Beautify Challenge
The search for trend setting colorists has begun—Goldwell has just announced their Color Zoom 2013 Beautify Challenge. Learn about this year's competition and see pictures of the trends.
HOW-TO: Kristen Stewart's Feathered Fishtail Braid
Actress Kristen Stewart’s twisted raffia braid is easy to achieve and looks amazing for special occasions, whether it be a day or evening event,” says Doreen Guarneri, co-creator of American Culture brands and co-owner of The Look Spa Salon, American Culture Premiere Institute, Greenlawn, NY.
Earth Day Nail Polish Exchange: Zoya Celebrates Big5Free Promo
Clean out your nail polish wardrobe and get rid of old nail polish that may not be BIG5FREE (Free of Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, Toluene, DBP and Camphor) and exchange it for a greener alternative: Zoya Nail Polish.
Neroli Salon's Cut-A-Thon on Earth Day
Neroli Salon & Spa in Milwaukee, WI, will celebrate the move of their original downtown location after 20 years by participating in a global 24-hour cut-a-thon on Earth Day, April 22, with Aveda. Aveda stylists in salons worldwide – from Tokyo, to Sydney, Moscow, London, New York and Milwaukee – will volunteer their time to offer haircuts in return for a donation to Earth Month.
Be a Great Mentor
Usually, I get inspired by an idea or question for my blogs and run with it, that’s pretty much how I’ve been working since I started writing in December 1999. This month I decided to try something new, I turned to Facebook and posted a request for suggestions. Overwhelmingly, we have a winner, Mentoring - NewBie’s.
COLLECTION: Bonnie Strange's Great Lengths Extensions Makeover
International model and fashion icon Bonnie Strange shows off her Great Lengths extensions makeover through ombre hair, a French braid and her classic orange style.
The Eco Edge: Consumers Seeking "Green" Services and Products
As educated consumers continue to seek green conscience services and products, salons that provide alternatives are carving out a market advantage.
by Anne Moratto
Tippi Shorter On Texture...Even Her Own!
Tippi Shorter has been announced as Aveda's Global Creative Artistic Director for Texture. Here she offers details and shares her favorite products. She also tells how she gets her own totally fabulous texture.
How To Finger Wave Like A Pro: BONUS Video Tutorial
Beautiful finger waves created by Najah Aziz. Learn the steps to create perfect finger waves every time in this tutorial.
Hair Extension Before and After: Drew Noreen's Transformed Client
MODERN Facebook fan Drew Noreen created this before and after using 808 Flashpoint individual hair extensions put in silicone-lined beads.
HOW-TO: The Sidewinder Braid and "Curl Hawk"
Learn how to create the Sidewinder Braid and "Curl Hawk." Inside is information about Shaper and Shaper Plus Minis.
Dashing Diva's Chip-Proof French Manicure
Bridal and prom season brings a wave of French manicure clients who want a flawless application with a perfect smile line and worry-free, smudge-proof wear even if they come in a day or two ahead of the big event. With Dashing Diva’s French Wrap Plus, which lasts up to two weeks, you can supply all of that and more.
HOW-TO: Hempz Sunless Tanning Products
What’s the #1 accessory for special occasion looks? Skin! Smooth, tan, shimmery skin makes the dress beautiful and the girl sparkle with a healthy glow. SoBronze Professional Sunless Tanners and Coconut Fusion Shimmering Body Soufflé are must-haves this season for clients attending prom, weddings and parties of all types.