Career
"Marble" Your Clients' Nails With This Technique
I just learned a very cool, and unique, nail technique and I’m so excited about it! I’m not sure if this is something just done at beauty schools like mine, or if “marbling” of nails is common at salons, also have heard it called “water colors”—but in my few years in the industry, I’ve certainly never heard of it! So while it may not be new to you, the professional, it's new to me and my class and we're really excited! It's perfect for teens or for those who like to theme their nails (red, white and blue for the 4th of July, anyone??!!)
Extend the life of your appliances
Clean your appliances! Not only will dirty tools shorten the life of your investment, but it will turn away clients.
What beauty school is like in South Africa
We talk to Dean Karageorgiades, technical director for Pivot Point South Africa, about what it’s like to be a beauty school student in Randburg, South Africa.
Sun care tips for your clients
Pass on these sun care tips to your salon clients.
What's a career like as an esthetician?
What's a career like as an esthetician? We ask Tiffany Taylor, a Rochester, Michigan-based esthetician.
Use eyebrow make-up to touch up eyebrows
Following a facial or manicure, consider giving your client a quick make-up touch-up, with a focus on the eyebrows.
Get certified in eyelash extensions
One of the biggest trends in the market right now is eyelash extension services.
Most popular nail polish colors
It’s essential for stylists to carry a diverse assortment of shades of nail polish in their manicure kits. Find out what shades are in now.
A-Z: What to expect after beauty school
What should you expect in your first few years on the job? We talk to salon owners, beauty school grads and industry experts to find out.
How to sell retail products to your salon clients
Boosting retail sales is the easiest way for stylists and salons to grow their profitability. But for some, initiating the retail conversation with clients can be a difficult, sometimes uncomfortable, task.
Communication is key between colorists and hairstylists
When a salon is departmentalized, colorists work strictly on color and hairstylists specialize in hair cutting and hairstyling. So communication from stylist to colorist is key.
Love hair color? Get certified
If hair color is your strong suit, consider getting certified by the American Board of Certified Haircolorists (ABCH).
Hair color tips from other hairstylists
Salon professionals share their wisdom about hair color.
Convincing a client to cover their grays
How do you tell your salon client that he or she needs to start coloring their hair to cover their grays? Here are some tips.
Proper stance can help hairstylists avoid pain
By having proper stance, using pivoting a thumb for your tools and wearing compression socks can help you avoid aches and pains as a professional hairstylist.
Keep your shears well maintained
For a professional hairstylist, your shear is your most important tool. Protect your shears by checking and adjusting the blade tension daily.
Choosing the right haircut for the right face shape
No matter how great the hair cut, a hairstyle that looks good on one person doesn’t always work for the next. The below “rules of the road” and tips, courtesy of Pivot Point International, are for the seven most common facial shapes.