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Should I Squeeze In Bang Trims While Reopening?
Stylists nationwide are figuring out how to book small services, like bang trims, alongside the full services that sustain business. Here, Love Salon owner Katie Pattison offers a booking solution that leaves the pros AND guests happy.
Why a Classic Fade Is the Best Cut for Men Who Want Multiple Style Options
Eufora’s Dana Cashetta walks us through all the ways to style a fade, so your client can always switch up their personal style.
The Most Read MODERN SALON Stories of 2020
While COVID-19 relief was a guiding theme, our community proved that pandemic pains won’t stop their love of trendy bobs and silver white color transformations. Here are MODERN SALON’s top stories of 2020. Missed some? Now's your chance catch up.
Slideshow: Post-Quarantine Men's Cuts
The power of a good haircut.
Men's Stylists Crush "The Look" Competition
The winner of this men's cutting and styling challenge is Jessika Gonzales of Tustin, CA. The good news was announced via a virtual event.
by Anne Moratto
Billy Porter Graduates From ‘Quarancuts’ Virtual Hair School
Coronavirus has put us on lockdown but while we flatten the curve, you can grow your skills and your style with this virtual barbering school. Aimed at the amateur but presented by a pro, Billy Porter is a proud grad.
by Anne Moratto
Stylist Gives Wife a New Haircut Each Day Over 5 Days
Over a five-day span while in quarantine, KMS stylist and educator Edwin Johnston took his wife’s hair from long to a pixie, with each day marked with a fabulous new cut.
by Jamie Newman
TRENDING: The Broken Shag
Get the breakdown for this cut from Gianni Scamuci, director of GS Education in London. He outlines ten steps, using both razors and shears, for achieving this shape.
by Anne Moratto
Why Every Hairdresser Should Keep These Barbering Tools In Their Kits
Why should every stylist keep what are considered "barber tools" in their kits? These four barber/stylists tell you why.
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How-To: Shaggy Lob with Fringe
Pureology Artistic Director Michelle Patton breaks down the hair cut that’s exploding on social media right now—the shag.
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4 Ways To Add Texture To Blunt Cuts
“When you have a heavy perimeter, try point cutting or slide cutting to texturize your way to a sweeter result,” says Jesse Linares, Sam Villa ArTeam Member. Here the artist demonstrates 4 ways to add texture to blunt cuts.
Moon Bangs: The Feel-Good Fringe We Need Now
“Anyone that wants their face to frame the curves of their features and have a fringe that grows out less of a blunt lined shape would be right for this."
by Anne Moratto
6 Tips to Precision Cutting Perfection
Want some powerful cutting inspo? Check out @CiprianVaidaHair on Instagram. This is a page chock full of phenomenal cuts and silhouettes and totally worth the visit.
How to Modernize a Classic Bob
Adding texture and length to a classic bob will take it to the next level. Andrew Carruthers shares the three main elements of a modernized bob.
by Jamie Newman
Channel Cutting: Have You Done It?
It's not a new technique and its one that many hairdressers embrace, but channel cutting can still sound a bit daunting to a client. If you want to be able to introduce this method of hair thinning, here are some great video examples to illustrate the technique.
by Anne Moratto
PRO TIPS: Cutting and Coloring the Perfect Pixie
Cutting and coloring very short can be challenging. The pro team for Olivia Garden's Anne Maza share their tips for pixie magic.
The Best Cuts and Finishes for Fine Hair
The best cuts for clients with fine, thin hair, and tips for creating maximum fullness in your finishes.
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