Career
Salon Service Pricing 101
We often hear the phrase "know your numbers," but what does that actually mean? What numbers and factors should you consider when setting your prices? What strategies will ensure you are charging appropriately? And how does pricing relate to branding and avoiding burnout?
How to Handle a Client Complaint or Fix a Service Issue
No stylist is perfect, but handling a client complaint with professionalism and offering solutions can turn a negative into a positive.
Hair Science 101: Chemistry of Hair
If you want to sound nerdy to your next science-inclined client or you’ve just gotten a little hazy on the chemistry of hair, read on for a quick run down!
by Tej Belagodu
Five Steps to Change Your Karma
My name’s Ambika, and I’m the founder of DEVANE, my new luxury wellness company based on the timeless knowledge called Ayurveda. And yes, I’m here to tell you that your Karma may be repaired.
How to Minimize No-Shows and Cancellations
By consistently enforcing these policies, you establish a professional and reliable system that minimizes last-minute cancellations, protects your revenue, and reinforces the value of your time and expertise as a stylist.
Nearly 200 Cosmetology Students Named to Beacon Class 2025
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) announced the Beacon Class of 2025, the newest group of emerging talent poised to shape the future of the industry. Nearly 200 students from across the US were accepted. Students receive exclusive access to industry experts and education.
The Top Hair Stylist Insurance Claims
While liability claims might not be the first thing you think of when starting your hairstyling journey, it’s crucial to be aware of the common insurance claims in the beauty industry.
HAIR SCIENCE 101: The Anatomy of Hair
We're sharing this refresher on the Anatomy of Hair as part of our MODERN SALON 101 series, a focus on the fundamentals. Because no matter how long you’ve been working at your craft, the basics are always worth revisiting.
by Tej Belagodu
The Beauty of Boundaries in Your Salon Business: A Panel Discussion
At Premiere Anaheim on February 23rd, MODERN SALON's Anne Moratto moderated a panel discussion around the importance of establishing healthy boundaries in your beauty business with four industry experts.
by Anne Moratto
The Power and Importance of Black Barbershops
Barbershops have always been more than a place to get a haircut and a shave. They are community spaces, and Steven Wren, a Wahl Pro Educator and barber, discusses how shops in traditionally Black and African-American communities have special significance.
by Anne Moratto
From Student to Pro: How to Upgrade from School Shears
Choosing your own shears after graduating from cosmetology school can be tricky - and a big investment. Sam Villa ArTeam Member Jesse Linares shares his tips on picking the right shears for your needs.
Your Chair Is Full, But You Feel Empty: Mastering Salon Solitude
If you begin to willingly walk into your alone time, something shifts. You stop looking for people, places, and things to validate your existence. You see aloneness as freedom.
Stylists Share Their Advice for the Post-Holiday Quiet Period
This period after the holidays can bring on a huge lull for hairstylists. We asked Cosmo Prof's team of professionals to offer their best advice on how to deal with the January-February slow period.
4 Tips for Staying Financially Savvy in the New Year
Have you taken a look at your finances recently? With the start of the new year, now's a good time!
5 Mindsets That Create Success: A Stylist's Guide to Thinking Bigger in 2025
Remember: Your mindset is like your signature technique - it needs regular attention, refinement, and care to create outstanding results. Here are five mindset shifts that can transform your career:
MODERN SALON Top 10 Articles of 2024
They cover your favorite reads related to your salon career, your favorite trending hair cuts, some of your favorite color formulas, and more!
A Colorful Career: Top Tips for Growing Your Vivids Business
PRAVANA Digital Education Manager Samantha Sellars outlines her best tips for fostering the growth of your vivids business.