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Makeup 101: Primer Perfection
Lately, my makeup clients have been asking me about primers. It seems you can’t open a magazine or go to the cosmetic counter without being bombarded with primers of all sorts and sizes for the eyes, lips and face.
Bev Lane's Collection
Bev Lane's Collection
A Sneak Peek at What's New From Gelish Gel Polishes
We caught up with Amy McGregor, Gelish Brand Manager, at CosmoProf North America in Las Vegas and Amy shared that Gelish is going deep, dark and vampy for fall. Plus a new matte top coat puts a twist on French Nails.
by Anne Moratto
Texture Extends to Tips: New OPI Lacquers with Granite Finish
This fall, OPI adds DS Raw Granite, two new granite-inspired hues – DS Pewter and DS Lapis – to the Designer Series by OPI collection. Featuring a matte textured finish with mineral-like reflections, each Designer Series Raw Granite lacquer formula offers subtle sheen with a sparkle finish.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Brands Support CA Theatre Production of "Hairspray"
A new production of HAIRSPRAY – The Musical, to be presented by Musical Theatre Orange County (mtoc.org) July 26-28 and August 2-4 in Fullerton, CA, has inspired what may be the most glamorous VIP gift-bag in theatre history, packed with coveted products from the beauty industry’s A-list.
by Anne Moratto
Tips to Get Your Clients Wedding-Ready Skin (for Grooms Too!)
Make sure your bridal clients including the bride AND groom having glowing skin on their wedding day is a must says Susanna DiSotto of Satin Smooth. Here’s her recommendations for how long in advance you should start skincare or waxing services on your clients.
RISING TALENT: A Career in Applying Eye Lashes
With only two years in the industry, Katie Kapoutsos is on her way to the top! MODERN asked this up-and-coming certified lash artist all about her career. If you are interested in getting into getting into lash business, read Katie's story.
Make-up Meltdown
Modern Salon spoke to celebrity make-up artist and Director of Artistry for the Makeup Show, James Vincent, to get his top tips on beating the heat and achieving the perfect complexion.
HOW-TO: Create the Perfect Complexion with Airbrush Make-Up
Nick Posley gives an airbrushing demo for Temptu Cosmetics at The Makeup Show Chicago on Monday, June 20th, 2013.
CND Camouflage Nail at amFAR Gala in New York
CND (Creative Nail Design) went backstage at last night’s amfAR Gala in New York at The Plaza, an event to raise awareness and funding for AIDS research and treatment.
by Anne Moratto
NovaLash AfterCare Kit Protects Lashes
NovaLash provides an AfterCare Kit that lash artists can retail to their lash clients,
by Anne Moratto
HOW TO: Select the Perfect Shade of Eyelashes
Cullen Greentaner, Ardell Lash Expert, gives tips for selecting the perfect shade and shape of eyelash for your client.
YASOU Skin Care, From Concept to Creation
Have you ever wondered what the process is for creating a product line? Have YOU ever wanted to create your own product line? The dream came true recently for Theodora Ntovas of YASOU, who has officially launched her new skin care line. Her first product includes a Lux Body Cream made with 99.5 percent organic ingredients. Read her unique story inside on how she went from concept to creation with this brand.
HOW TO: ARTIST SESSION's "Fresh Top" Hair and Nails
The Hip Hop finish by Franchiska Bryant and Maisie Dunbar is causing quite a buzz. Here the artists break down the look, including a demo of the flat top creation by Bryant.
Nail Pointers: What I Wish I Had Known in Beauty School
Salons are saying they can’t hire manicurists fast enough to keep up with demand for their services. Julie Kandalec, a manicurist and nail artist in New York, offers these “what I wish I had known in beauty school” tips.
by Anne Moratto
Marinello Manicure Education Includes Organic Treatments
Marinello Schools of Beauty has launched a new organic element to its Manicuring Program, teaching students how to work with SpaRitual and OPI products and to create custom-blended organic spa manicure and pedicure treatments.
by Anne Moratto
ISPA Honors Horst Rechelbacher with Visionary Leader Award
The International SPA Association announces plans to honor Horst Rechelbacher with its Visionary Leader Award at its conference in Las Vegas, October 2013.
by Stacey Soble