VIDEO HOW-TO: 3D Rope Braid + a "Hair Net" Look
In this video, Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken Sam Villa shows how to create a round, 3D Rope Braid. Later in the video, he shows how to create a hair net with the model’s own hair.
2017 HAIR+ Meetup at ABS Provides Insight into Hair Loss
The 2017 HAIR+ Meet Up at America's Beauty Show was a glimpse at the type of content covered in MODERN SALON's annual HAIR+ Summit in Atlanta. ABS attendees gathered Sunday afternoon to hear from four industry professionals on the topic of hair loss, trichology and extensions.
by Lauren Quick
ColorFest 2017 Covers All the Bases: Business, Inspiration, Social Media, Research and More
ColorFest welcomed industry all-stars including Sonya Dove, Alexis Thurston and Eva Scrivo during America’s Beauty Show in Chicago. Hair color’s top brands presented models, new products and trends.
by Jamie Newman
2017 Beauty Changes Lives Experiences Celebrates Creativity, Talent, Unity
The 2017 Beauty Changes Lives (BCL) Experience, March 26 at the Art Institute of Chicago, celebrated forward-thinking beauty and a generous donation from Legacy Award winners Sydell and Arnold Miller.
by Lauren Quick
Guy Tang's Secret Behind His Rose Gold Hair Color Looks!
Guy Tang shares about how he achieves beautiful rose-gold tones.
BREAKING NEWS! Arnie and Sydell Miller Family Foundation Announces Beauty Changes Lives Foundation Scholarship Program
The Beauty Changes Lives Foundation announces a generous gift from the Sydell & Arnold Miller Family Foundation to fund the development of beauty and wellness scholarships.
What You SHOULD and SHOULDN'T Do When You Encounter a Situation of Domestic Violence in Your Chair
Every hour, on the hour, attendees at America’s Beauty Show in Chicago this weekend were able to attend a seminar that fulfilled their domestic violence training requirement. MODERN SALON sat in on one of the classes presented by Chicago Says No More to learn more.
7 Photoshoot Tips for Hairdressers From @phildoeshair
In 60 minutes we learned how to create an entire hair collection with photos by CosmoProf Artistic Team member and social sensation, Philip Ring, commonly known as @phildoeshair.
Anthony Mascolo Presents: "Why Hairdressing is the Best Job" & TIGI's SHIFT Collection
The TIGI show featuring Anthony Mascolo brought in a huge crowd at America’s Beauty Show in Chicago this weekend. Gracing the Center Stage at the show were models that showcased TIGI’s 2017 SHIFT Collection which is inspired by grunge, post-punk and sci-fi looks.
5 Super Dark Hair Color Looks Transformed into Ashy Level 10s!
These clients began with either level 1 or 2 hair color. By the time they were done, they were all different shades of ashy, level 10s! Each look features a different tone—watch the video to see them up close.
America's Beauty Show 2017 - Photos from Day 2
Photos from the show floor at America's Beauty Show 2017 in Chicago on Sunday, March 26.
The Infinity Braid: A Structured Top & a Weaved Tail
Making its debut at America's Beauty Show in Chicago, this particular style dubbed, “The Infinity Braid” by the educators at Pureology, features a structured top and then a secured weave design that falls next to the shoulder.
The Men's Hairstylist vs. The Barber and the Scissor-Over-Comb Technique
Is there a difference on how a cosmetologist and a barber work on men’s hair? You bet there is! Here, Esquire Grooming’s Tommy Tusa explains the difference between the two professions and how they approach the scissor-over-comb technique.
HOW-TO: Braided Pompadour & Ethereal Ponytail by Aquage
We stopped the Aquage booth at America's Beauty Show in Chicago and we came across this beauty! This 2-strand French fishtail braid was elevated into a pompadour look. The tail of the braid was wrapped side to side. Then, the tail of the ponytail was curled. See for yourself!
Are Vertical Highlights From the '90s Making a Comeback?
Remember those vertical, defined highlights that everyone was requesting in the '90s? At America's Beauty Show this weekend, the peeps at Redken say it is! But in a modern (better) way. Wheew!
Vi Nelson Honored for 50 Years of America's Beauty Show
Industry celebrates Vi Nelson, founder of Vi Nelson and Associates public relations firm in Chicago, on attending, covering and supporting her 50th annual America's Beauty Show.
Save the Date: America’s Beauty Show 2017 by Cosmetologists Chicago, March 25-27
America’s Beauty Show 2017 will be held March 25-27 at McCormick Place in downtown Chicago, and will offer more than 400 exhibits, featuring hair care and color, nails and skin care, tools and salon furnishings. Make sure you stop by MODERN's booth #127 to pick up a free magazine.