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Announcing the 2016 British Hairdressing Award Winners
Angelo Seminara takes home the ultimate prize of British Hairdresser of the Year.
by Jamie Newman
21 Hair Color Transformations by Guy Tang
If you have a passion for hair and, especially, hair color, there's no doubt you've heard of Guy Tang. Tang took social media by storm through his constant postings of vibrant hair color finishes.
Introducing the 2017 Pantone Color of the Year, Greenery (+ formula!)
Pantone's 2017 Color of the Year is Greenery! See an interpretation and formulation from Aveda Global Artistic Director, Hair Color, Ian Michael Black.
by Lauren Quick
Texture, Three Different Ways for the Holidays
For his NEW Fall/Winter 2016 Texture Concept Collection, Donald Scott approaches texture in three different ways for three entirely different looks. Here are his insider tips, techniques and tools used to achieve each style featured in this exclusive collection.
What are you Thankful for This Holiday Season?
MODERN Blogger Patrick McIvor asks what you are thankful for this holiday season, and who are you helping over the holiday season. McIvor shares his insights.
Modern Shag Cuts, Rich Color and Textured Styles Trending for Winter 2016
Stylist Jeff Stump of Artkiteks gives winter hair tips for the perfect cut and color, and how to achieve cool-girl texture.
by Jamie Newman
Enter Now for NAHA 2017! Deadline is Feb. 10
The 2017 entry process for the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) is officially open.
Client Craving: Bold Brows and Lashes—Offer These In-Salon Solutions
Bold brows and lengthy lashes ruled 2016. Here we take a look at the salon's role in amping up the trend.
Kenra Platinum's HiDef Winner and Her Bridal How-To
Braided, bling-y, bridal, beautiful: Kenra asked stylists to upload their best, most beautiful finishes created with Kenra’s HiDef Hairspray on social media, using the hashtag #KeepItUndone... and we finally have a winner! Congratulations to Hannah Holsomback.
Crown Jewels: The Best Jewel-Toned Hair Color of 2016—And How to Maintain It
The bright colors of 2015 threw some shade in 2016—in the best possible way. Deeper, saturated jewel tones reigned as the queens of color, continuing the new standard of fashion shades but with an added hint of darkness.
11 of 2016’s Top Hashtags in Professional Beauty
Here are some of the most popular beauty hashtags on social media. How do you hashtag?
Instant Gratification: How Celebrities Experimented with Hair Styles in 2016
MODERN SALON’s HAIR+ research revealed younger clients love to experiment with hair styles, thinking of hair as a part of the vibe they’re portraying to the world.These celebrities are the trailblazers of the hair-as-an-accessory movement.
by Jamie Newman
World Stage: Unite Global Session 2016
Stylists from across the country and as far as Australia, the U.K. and South America gathered in San Diego for Unite’s annual Global Session.
by Jamie Newman
2016's Best Hair & Nails on Instagram
2016 was YOUR year! MODERN's more than 730,000 Instagram followers continue to impress with stunning before-and-after imagery, truly artistic color and chic nail art. Take a look back at some of the most striking images you tagged with #modernsalon this year.
by Lauren Quick
Crystal Pops: How To Use Extensions to Play With Color and Volume
There are many ways to introduce your client to color, but offering color without the commitment can make it even more enticing. Add in volume and length and you have one of the biggest trends of 2016 and one of the most profitable services in the salon today—extensions.
Straight Shot: Clean Lines and Precise Cuts Define the Linea Collection by Gary Baker for Unite
International session stylist Gary Baker, creative director for Unite, designs a collection that emphasizes clean lines and silhouettes for an impactful and precise collection of hair cuts.
by Anne Moratto
The Bio Argan Collection by Lakme
Lakme's Bio Argan Collection includes a hydrating shampoo, hydrating mask and oil. The entire Bio Argan Collection is produced with 100% organic argan oil.