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VIDEO DEMO: How-to Get Max Volume Using a Wet Brush
Get some interesting tips and tricks for building volume in the hair in this short video tutorial.
How to Set Perfectly Even Shear Tension for Best Performance
In order to ensure that your shears are performing at their best, you really should do two things everyday – clean them and adjust the tension. Here's how.
SAG Awards Beauty: Emily Blunt by Laini Reeves for Joico
At Sunday night's Screen Actor's Guild (SAG) Awards 2019, Emily Blunt was styled by Laini Reeves using products from Joico to keep her looking award-winning all night long.
by Anne Moratto
Filtered Vs. Reality: How One Colorist is Managing Client Expectations with Hair Inspiration Photos
See how colorist Kristin Grip is using her Instagram platform to share side-by-side comparisons of filtered images and unfiltered images, in an effort to educate clients and the industry about the realities of today's hair inspo photos.
11 Examples of Foil Placement Perfection by Ian Michael Black
Precision makes perfect: In this gallery, we take a look at some of colorist and educator Ian Michael Black's famed foil artistry perfection.
Capturing Your Content: iPhone and Android vs Canon Rebel T6i
Same hair, two different ways of capturing. For years, Hannah Menor, a San Diego-based colorist and stylist, exclusively used her iPhone to capture images of clients for posting on her @hannahdisconnected Instagram page. Then she got a Canon camera--see the difference between the two!
Ford, Interrupted: How a Top Stylist Recovered After Losing a Finger
Caitlin Ford says 2018 was her most successful year professionally. But the artist faced a life-changing event on October 3.
by Mary Kaleta
Teal + Purple Color Combo: Hair Color Conditioning Masque That Develops in Minutes
In this short video, Jennifer Lopiccolo @jenniferlopiccolo_hair applies Aloxxi InstaBoost Color Conditioning Masques and we watch that color "take" in minutes, with a beautifully-blended final result.
by Anne Moratto
Licensed To Create Awards is Back for its Second Year
Entries open February 1 for CosmoProf Beauty's Licensed to Create Awards, which will take place during Premiere Orlando, June 2, 2019.
by Jamie Newman
Australia’s Colorist of the Year's Secrets for Brilliant Color
Read about his rules around mixing, sectioning, and placement.
by Anne Moratto
5 Ways of Keeping Your Salon Looking Luxurious and Feeling Professional
If you're an owner looking for salon recommendations or simply a salon professional wanting some advice on how stay professional, Sherry Ratay, Joico colorist and color expert, has the answers! Read on!
Carmel Melt Formula and Tips for Sweet Success
Sue Tyrrell is a salon owner in Grand Cayman and her Instagram feed is filled with inspiring images of seamless blends, melting color and also process videos.
by Anne Moratto
How One Artist Interpreted Social Media's Viral "10 Year Challenge"
Chances are you've probably noticed at least a few people posting two photos of themselves to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram as part of the "10 Year Challenge." A post from San Diego-based artist Carly Zanoni @the.blonde.chronicles caught the eyes of MODERN editors because of her take on the challenge.
by Mary Kaleta
HairtoStay Helps Cancer Patients Keep their Hair During Chemotherapy
Automatic cooling caps can help patients preserve their hair during chemotherapy treatments, but insurance rarely covers the cost. HairtoStay helps salon professionals help their clients afford the treatment.
6-Hour Total Hair Color Makeover From Black Box Color to Summer Sunshine
Get the details on the formulas and process, the pricing, the maintenance suggestions and how this colorist and his client truly bonded.
by Anne Moratto
HOW-TO: Basket Weave Braid
The basket weave braid is dramatic and interesting. Learn how to create this beautiful finish in an informative video tutorial.
You’re Ready to Raise Your Prices. Now What?
You worry that raising your prices might cause strain on your clients. They may even leave. But as a businessperson, you really can’t afford not to raise your prices. Here are some smart strategies on how to raise your prices right.
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