Career

Alfredo Lewis' Video Musts for Social Media

Alfredo Lewis, educator and social media ambassador for Matrix, Biolage, Bellami and other pro brands, shares his insights into social media video production and strategy for stylists.

Sponsored by SalonCentric

A Mullet for Barbie: Cut Details for Euphoria Star's New Look

LA-based hairstylist Laurie Heaps @_hairbylaurie shares how she created Euphoria star Barbie Ferreira’s new mullet cut and ways to style one of 2020’s hottest hair trends.

Stylists, Protect Your Body for a Pain-Free Career

Moving through a hair design with ease and economy of effort is the goal of this education system.

Cosmetology Scholarship Winners Share How Beauty Is Both Passion and Purpose

"That first set of nails I did in the salon sucked but that client still comes back to me, three years later, because of the connection we made that day." Hear from the winners of these scholarships on how beauty helps them change lives and how it has changed their own.

6 Steps to a Saucy Bob Cut

Number six is our favorite and one that we don’t always emphasize when it comes to approaching a haircut.

FOILING TIP: How-To Create A Stenciled Foil (and WHY!)

Learn how-to create your own stenciled foils. More importantly - learn WHY this is a good idea for colorists working with foils.

7 MUSTS To Nailing the Braid Game

According to a top braid artist Caidy Brasure (an actual member of The Knot Hall Of Fame!) there are seven things you must do to create the perfect braid. Here she shares the steps and the products and tools needed to nail a fabulous finish.

Look at These Three Things Before Calling "Cut!"

Is it time to put down the shears...or is it time to think about these three elements in your cut?

Nail Artist Insider: 5 Tips to Working With Celebrities

Julie Kandalec is the real deal in the nail world. She has done just about everything as a celebrity manicurist including fashion week, editorial and advertising campaigns and red carpet. Here she gives her top tips on working with celebrities as well as some of her favorite (and not so favorite) moments in her 20 year journey.

Increase Salon Security and Data Safety With a POS Software System

Salon management software keeps your client information and financial data safe and secure while reducing the risk of fraud and theft.

From Virgin Dark Brown to Rosy Goodness

Along the way, the colorist ran into some 'at-home' color that wasn't quite so temporary. See how she met this challenge and learn her formulas and process.

Sometimes the Answer Is a Quick Toner/Gloss Appointment

And a secret few ingredients. Get the formula and some color wheel smarts that helped a colorist achieve this correction, and fast.

These Are the Signs That Someone May Be Trafficked

Human Trafficking is a $150 billion industry and, last year, salons and spas were the number-one venue for human trafficking. Get educated on the signs.

Create Your Ideal Salon Space with Guidance from a Design Pro

As a salon owner, you know that great service isn’t the only reason why clients choose where to get their hair done. It’s the environment and ambiance of the salon from the moment they walk through the doors. How do you create that memorable experience?

Sponsored by Michele Pelafas

Modern Luxury: Does Your Salon Space Have it?

When was the last time you entered a business and felt a sense of bliss and peace the moment you walked in the door? Michele Pelafas, a leading interior designer in the spa and salon industry for more than 20 years, says the modern definition of luxury encompasses much more than furniture and finishes.

Sponsored by Michele Pelafas

6 Mindfulness Musts to Help Set Intentions this Year

Have big dreams for the year ahead? Help manifest them by organizing your thoughts and setting intentions with these mindfulness musts.

5 Tips To Clipper Cutting Perfection

Josh DeMarco, a cutting expert, shares his top five tips to clipper cutting perfection.