How-To: Bumble and bumble Youthful Waves
According to Frankie Denise Meyerson of Bumble and bumble, don’t take your younger clientele for granted. Their sense of style and fashion o ffers a bit more opportunity to the professional stylist to be more ...
America's Beauty Show 2015
Chicago is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It’s home to breathtaking lakefront vistas; legendary architecture; award-winning dining; a Magnificent Mile of shopping; thrilling night life and entertainment; and of course, ...
America’s Beauty Show 2015 — The Experience
America's Beauty Show (ABS) 2015 will boast many firsts in industry trade events. See who will be performing on The CosmoProf Center Stage, The SalonCentric Theatre in the Round, and learn more about Healthy Hairdresser Day @ ABS.An entirely ...
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The PERFECT Case For a Professional Make Up Artist
Make up artist Charles Ward offers an overview of his custom made case while backstage at Malan Breton F/W 2015 during Mercedes Benz Fashion ...
Beard Science: 4 Tips for Daily Beard Care
Well-coiffed men with healthy beards are increasingly commonplace—do you know how to keep up with your clients’ facial hair and make product and care recommendations? Beards and other types of facial hair ...
by Lauren Quick
Broadening Your Base
If you don’t have clients of all ages from all walks of life, you won’t have a business that’s sustainable for decades. At Michael Christopher Salon in Highland Heights, Ohio, salon manager Marianne Nicolli says the key to ...
So Over Ombre
Arrivederci, ombre! According to Framesi Italian Style educator and Austin, Texas, salon owner Carter T. Lund, spring/summer hair hues are all about subtlety. “The way we were doing ombre two years ago and even now (dark roots and ...
All Inclusive: MODERN's March Issue
As the last months of winter come to a close, my desire for a vacation climbs to an all-time high. In fact, as soon as the holidays are over, I’m ready to say “goodbye” to the salt-stained pavement and murky puddles, and ...
NYFW: Rodney Cutler For Zimmermann
“Zimmermann has always held a place close to my heart," says Lead Hair Stylist: Rodney Cutler for Cutler/Redken Salon. "As an Australian, I am so proud to support and stand beside other talented Australians. The sexy, ...
February Is the Short Month & Here's How to Make it BIG
February is the short month. It is only short by a few days. It feels a lot shorter than it really is. February feels like it is over before you get started. It is already half over as I type this.February needs a haircut ...
by Anne Moratto
NYFW How-To: Aveda Makeup and Essie Mani at Costello Tagliapietra FW15
Design team Jeffrey Costello and Robert Tagliapietra showed a romantic, enchanting collection with bold silhouettes and hues that took us into the woods with touches of wines, golds and teals. Aveda and Essie artists were tasked with ...
by Lauren Quick
Valentine's Day Beards - 4 Ways to Brush up on Your Skills!
Valentine's day is tomorrow, and lovers everywhere will be gearing up for the annual homage to St Valentine. For traditional unisex salons this means a spike in business as love-struck female clients call in to make sure every hair is ...
5 Reasons Why You Should Go Organic With Your Haircolor
As a beauty professional, you’ve probably heard the term “organic” haircolor. Maybe, you scoff at idea. Maybe, you’re a health-conscious hairstylist whose ears just perked up. Either way, step away from the ...
Valentine's Service and Décor Tips from Sola Salon Studios
It doesn’t take much to show your love for someone, including your clients. Take the time to make them feel special and you will be their stylist sweetheart 4-ever.Sola Salon Suites shares great tips on their blogs for independent stylists ...
HOW-TO: Going From an Intense/Vibrant Haircolor to a Neutral Tone
When Nicoletta Whitaker of Aureilo Salon had a guest request to change her haircolor from red to blonde, she knew she was in for a challenge. She informed the client that it would not happen overnight and would take multiple visits, but both ...
#SalonConfessions
We’re sharing the nitty, gritty details of everyday salon life. The gross, the inappropriate, the strange or otherwise, these stylists have experienced it all!SLIGHTLY TOASTED"I had a client bring me a salad crouton once to show me ...
Eat Your Way to Health: Advice From a Hairdresser Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition
A hairdresser's day can be a hectic one and often self-care takes the backseat to client care, especially when it comes to nutrition. Lisa Botts, a hairdresser certified in plant-based nutrition who blogs at ...
by Anne Moratto