Career
MATRIX DESTINATION 2018: Destined For Success
Matrix Destination 2018 was held in Orlando, Florida. More than 2500 salon pros were there to learn, get inspired and have fun. Details here.
PERSONAL STYLE: Jennifer MacDougall
That Soul Cycling Virgo – who has been on the hair team for Project Runway for the past 6 years (earning the lead this past season!) – is Jennifer MacDougall (@JenniferMacDougall,) L’Oreal Professionnel Artist, celebrity hairdresser and academy educator. Learn more about her here.
The Highlighting Strategy That Works on Everyone
Going beyond balyage and ombre finishes, Marco Pelusi brings his signature techniques to IBS New York.
Beauty Changes Lives Announces the Beauty Teams Presenting Runway Looks at the 2018 Beauty Changes Lives Experience
Eight leading professional beauty brands showcasing a NEXTGEN team who, along with their mentors, will interpret the theme “EXPOSED” in a runway expression done in hair, makeup and nails.
Katie Manselle: Competition Champion
The winner of two gold medals in Wella's TrendVision Awards talks about the value of competition in forging teamwork and nourishing creativity.
Shay Dempsey: Fitness Feeds Creativity
Here's a sneak peek to some exciting news about pairing hair with fitness from EDEN by Eden Sassoon''s Shay Dempsey.
Pastel Melt - DELICIOUS!
Melody and Michael Lowenstein of Ross Michaels Salon, the PRAVANA Collective hair artists behind the holographic hair movement, drew inspiration from the ever-popular Valentine’s Day sweet to create this seriously beautiful Candy Hearts-inspired look! Formula here.
March Spring Deals from CosmoProf - Hairsprays and Stylers
Put the finishing touch on your client’s hair with hairspray and styling products from CosmoProf. Don’t miss out on these March spring deals. Learn more at cosmoprofbeauty.com.
Transitioning Haircolor from Winter to Springtime Hues
The change in season can trigger a change in hair color for clients. We asked our SOLO Artist Advisory Council, a panel of industry experts who lend their voice to important topics for independent stylists their opinion on “How can solo artists—and all artists—help clients for transition color from winter to spring?”
Taking the Leap to Independence as a Solo Artist
After working in many different salons as an employee, manager, wedding coordinator and as a self-employed stylist, Gioia Gomez, currently based at Akasu Hair Studio & Spa, found the perfect balance. “There are many different ways to be a productive, profitable hairdresser. No one way is the right way for everyone,” she says. “I’ve found being a solo artist is a perfect fit for me.”
Apply Now: Spring 2018 Vidal Sassoon Professional Beauty Education “Basic” Scholarships
From now through April 10, the Beauty Changes Live Foundation and Wella’s Hairdressers at Heart are accepting student applications for the chance to win financial assistance and professional exposure.
Branded Creative Group’s Sasha Dominguez on Creating a Brand with Staying Power
Both new to the market and well-established brands have to stay on top of their brand image, while also keeping a finger on the pulse of their customers.
by Anne Moratto
Personal Style: Presley Poe Creates Poe-try with Haircolor
Learn more about secret obsessions and superpowers from Pravana's Color Collective Head Colorist.
by Anne Moratto
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: New Roles at Ulta Beauty for Nick Stenson and Ammon Carver
Who better to guide and educate the 7,000 stylists in the 1,200 Ulta Beauty locations, and lead the salon services business, than two of the industry’s most in-demand, business-savvy, artistic and creative stylists—who also happen to be best friends? In this exclusive interview with Nick Stenson and Ammon Carver, learn how these shifts will impact stylists, the Ulta Beauty shopping and salon experience, and the professional beauty industry.
Tabatha Coffey Shares Business Tips (Like Raising Prices!!!)
Tabatha Coffey was at Matrix Destination and sat down with MODERN to share her tips on business including raising prices and No-compete contracts.
Tabatha Coffey Shares Business Tips (Like Raising Prices!!!)
Tabatha Coffey was at Matrix Destination and sat down with MODERN to share her tips on business including raising prices and No-compete contracts.
Valentine’s Day Bonus: Dark Chocolate
We're offering you 5 reasons to feel good about eating dark chocolate on February 14 and other days, too.