Streetwise Collection by Men's Specialist Whitney VerMeer
Trendy men’s styles vary from polished and sophisticated to messy and disheveled. Whitney VerMeer, men’s specialist at Haus Salon in Minneapolis, achieves an urban-cool effect by finding the perfect balance between neat and ...
How-To: Coloring Textured Hair with Liquid Color
When placed in the right hands, liquid color can create modern and fresh finishes on all hair types and textures. To celebrate the versatility of liquid color, Clairol Professional is relaunching its famed Liquicolor ...
How-To: Modern Sombre with Liquid Color
When placed in the right hands, liquid color can create modern and fresh finishes on all hair types and textures. To celebrate the versatility of liquid color, Clairol Professional is relaunching its famed Liquicolor Permanente. Model Sarah ...
Love Conquers All: Non-Profit Love Out Lavender Calls on the Creativity of Stylists to Defeat Cancer
Colored ribbons have become the international symbol of support and awareness for a wide array of causes, not least of which is cancer. Every type of cancer is aligned with a color—pink for breast cancer and gold for childhood cancer for ...
Elegant Bridal Updos For Wedding Hair by Martin Parsons and Candy Shaw
At a time when special-occasion styles veer heavily toward effortless and tousled, educator Candy Shaw invited updo master Martin Parsons to bring sophistication and formal back to the bridal world in a very modern way. "It’s ...
NYFW How-To: Blue Eye Makeup Gets a Twenty-First Century Upgrade
A neutral face paired with shades that range from deep-sea to clear blue sky, make eyes pop. And for every dewy, natural makeup finish at New York Fashion Week’s spring/summer 2016 shows, there was a look featuring blue eye makeup to ...
by Jamie Newman
Finger Painting: Nail Art from NYFW 2015
Nail art needn’t be over-the-top or unprofessional-looking. There are ways to tastefully use nail art in your nail services that will make your client’s visit more personalized, Rebecca Isa, Zoya creative director, ...
by Jamie Newman
Persistence Outweighs Resistance
As often as we hear that mentors motivate new professionals, there is no doubt that beginners are also a source of inspiration for many of us seasoned professionals.Last weekend I attended Tucson Fashion Week, a multiple-venue event promoting ...
ghd Platinum Flatiron
The new Platinum flatiron by ghd is designed to encourage hair health, strength and shine.“The new ghd platinum combines the most advanced heat technology with a cutting-edge, new design for a truly revolutionary styling experience,” ...
by Lauren Quick
Museum Exhibit Focused on HAIR!
It had to happen—a museum exhibit devoted to hair! "Hair In the Classical World" dominates the space in the Bellarmine Museum of Art at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut. There are more than 30 pieces on display that ...
Redken Exchange to Relocate to a New Fifth Avenue Space in March
After 20 years at its 565 Fifth Avenue location, the Redken Exchange is set to move several blocks down the street to a new location on Fifth Avenue, 404 Fifth Avenue. Designed by Allen + Killcoyne Architects, the new 9,100 square-foot ...
by Jamie Newman
Formula How-To: Marbled Crimson by Paul Mitchell
Lines and hues effortlessly melt a spectrum of seamless levels, and flickers of light catch the eye among diffused, blurred lines. FORMULAS & APPLICATION: Natural level 4 Formula 1: 2 oz Paul Mitchell The Color XG 5RV (5/46) + ...
Formula How-To: Dimensional Mocha by TIGI
The silhouette technique brings emphasis to the perimeter shape around the face, which creates lift and brightens the complexion. Working with a variation of color levels creates a perfect silhouette effect. FORMULAS & ...
3 Clipper Tips to Kickstart Your Men's Grooming Skills
If you haven't delved into the world of men's grooming yet, 1.) You're missing out on a huge, loyal clientele base, and 2.) You needn't be intimidated.“I used to be a stylist that would only use my shears or a razor on ...
by Lauren Quick
Formula How-To: Beach Blonde by Wella
Although summer has ended, clients might not be ready to part with beachy blonde, sun-kissed strands. FORMULA & APPLICATION: Natural level 6 Formula: ½ oz /36 (gold/violet) + ½ oz /89 (pearl/cendre) mixed with 1 ...
Formula How-To: Caramel Swirl by Aloxxi
Color adds texture and dimension to the model’s natural base. FORMULAS & APPLICATION: Natural level 6 Formula 1: 10 g Aloxxi Tones 7N + 10 g Tones 6N with 40 g 7-volume developer Formula 2: 15 g Dimensions .0 with ...
Formula How-To: Fire and Ice by Farouk Systems
Inspired by the fusion of the fitness-savvy and trend-setting woman. FORMULAS & APPLICATION: Natural level 6 1. Pre-lighten all the hair using CHI Blondest Blonde with 20-volume developer in equal parts. Process 30 minutes, ...