Color
2018 MODERN SALON 100: Daniel Mora @danielmbeauty
Daniel Mora's touch is light; when he shares his "before and after" images, you can see how he has added depth, dimension, and framed the face with highlights but everything has been done to add maximum effect with minimum upkeep required.
by Anne Moratto
2018 MODERN SALON 100: Marissa Larson @hairbymarissasue
There is a very lush quality to Marissa Larson's hair designs. The blondes are rich and the extensions --one of her specialties--are seamless while adding so much volume, length and thickness. Her clients leave looking like they have been blessed by the good hair gods.
by Anne Moratto
2018 MODERN SALON 100: Shannon Rha @shannonrha
If you want a master class in color placement, look no further than Shannon Rha. She loves sharing her technique and does it through a workshop series she created as well as in videos on Instagram. Check out her hairline foilyage and you'll be changed forever, we promise.
by Anne Moratto
2018 MODERN SALON 100: Ivan Hernandez @justhairobsession
If you haven't seen Ivan Hernandez (@justhairobsession) being shared by every hair feature page on Instagram, have you even been on Instagram? His signature pictures, with the black background, eye-popping balayage and smooth waves, can be traced back to him from a mile away. Here, Hernandez tells us about himself and shares his tips for success.
by Jamie Newman
Colortrak's Ibiza Collection
Colortrak's Ibiza Collection includes the all-new Balayage Board and Grip-Ring, inspired by #colortrakcrew member Ricardo Jara (@ricardojarahair), croc clips, coloring bowls and two hair coloring brushes graced with one of kind blush pink bristles.
Breaking News! Announcing the 2018 NAHA Winners
One of the biggest nights in hairdressing just wrapped up at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, and the 2018 North American Hairstyling Awards' winners have all been announced!
Boho Looks for Your Midsummer Night's Dream: See the Top Five Best of the Fest Styling Entries
After narrowing thousands of Best of the Fest submissions to our 10 semifinalists, we asked the 10 talented stylists to create a beautiful festival balayaged look. Our panel of judges and editors picked their five favorites!
BREAKING NEWS: Pravana Announces the Winners of "Show Us Your Vivids 2018"
This annual contest features top hair colorists competing for the title of the “Best Vivids” artist in the world. See the show-stopping winning looks, including a Star Student entry and a Fan Fave.
How-To: Apply, Process and Style Highlights in Just 30 Minutes
Imagine if you could offer clients a highlight service—application, processing, shampoo, condition and style—in a half hour. It’s happening now at top salons such as Daniel Mason Jones’ Muse Salon and Spa near Atlanta. There’s more to this speedy service than product and placement. It’s also an exciting new business opportunity! Learn how top artists are creating a conversation around express lightening and find out how to incorporate this service into your menu, marketing, pricing structure and more.
Sponsored by L'Oréal Professionnel
HOW-TO: Muted Pastel Highlights from Paul Mitchell
Colin Caruso, Paul Mitchell artistic director of color, is having a love affair with balayage and pastel fashion shades. Recreate our July 2018 cover with these steps.
Announcing the Best of the Fest Top 10 Semifinalists: Summer Festival Hair Ideas
From boho braids, space buns, fun accessories such as flowers and headbands, beautiful balayage and glitter, it wasn’t easy to judge this first round, but it certainly was beautiful.
Manage Your Color Business With the Vish App
Vish has announced the release of the latest version of its color business management app, devoted to helping salon owners get more from their color business.
Function Collection by Sassoon International Creative Team
The Sassoon International creative team takes inspiration from a snapshot of the German people through the industrial revolution—from a rural to an industrial economy—for its Function Collection.
by Jamie Newman
Aveda to Bring Back Customer Favorite Ahead of 40th Anniversary: Cherry Almond Conditioner
Ahead of Aveda’s 40th anniversary this fall, the brand will be relaunching one of its first products. In 1978, Horst Rechelbacher launched Aveda with a handful of shampoos and one conditioner: Cherry Almond Bark. The conditioner was a fan favorite for 30 years and was discontinued just over a decade ago.
Alfaparf Milano's Free Style Lift
Alfaparf Milano's Free Style Lift is a white clay powder for freehand work (without foils) for a maximum natural effect.
20 Secrets for Writing Content that Attracts and Engages
As a digital marketing guru for almost a decade, Justin Champion mastered the skill of developing content that attracts and engages his target audience. He shares his trade secrets in a new book, but recaps his 20 best ideas with SALON TODAY.
HOW-TO: Pink Hair, Beachy Waves, Platinum and More
Jessica Wright and Leigha Lane, both of WrightLaneHair, share details about maintaining beachy waves and creating great style. They also share formulas for a gorgeous pink and platinum finish.