How-To
TIP OF THE DAY: Defining Afro Curls
Sonna Brado, KMS California Artistic Team Member, shares her TIP OF THE DAY on defining curls in an afro. "The important thing is to twist the hair as you apply a serum (Brado uses Tame Frizz by KMS California). Also, remember, you ...
HOW-TO: Hummingbird Hues
When the @UnicornTribe announced its next group collective, which was to spotlight artists’ strengths, tribe member Dana Dautel (@dana_lynn12) of Kraze Salon in Magnolia, New Jersey wanted to focus on her strong suit: capturing in her ...
by Jamie Newman
VIDEO: 8 Shades, 1 Colormelt - How to Create Rainbow Hair Without Transfer or Bleeding
This colormelt features eight vibrant colors inspired by a rainbow sand-art design pattern seen on www.clashist.com. This how-to is proof that you can find inspiration for haircolor anywhere - if you're looking!Here, Pravana Guest Artist ...
TRANSFORMATION: Fairy Tale Blonde and Pink Color Melt
Melissa Meacham, owner of Rogue Hair Studio (@roguehairstudio), created an antique blonde and pink color melt on her client, resulting in an overall look that is fit for a fairy tale.“I was inspired by this beautiful vintage wedding dress ...
COLOR CORRECTION: From Chunky '90s Highlights to Beautiful Blonde
When a hair appointment goes wrong, it pays to have a stylist/hair savior for a bestie! This proved true when Stylist Kara Dones was approached by a friend who had just had her hair colored and did not get the results she wanted.
A DREAM COME TRUE: The "Do Whatever You Want" Model!
Lori Panarello (@rello4), KMS California Global Style Council Team Member and owner of I.D. Salon, Woodbury, NY, transformed her model on stage for a hair show, earning deserved applause and kudos from the crowd. "She was a last minute ...
Ready For A Change, Ready For The Challenge
Mikhayela Palich (@@hairbymikhayela) says client "Kate came in wanting to be brightened up and a lot cooler. She would previously just bleach and tone her hair but her ends were always a couple levels darker. She was ready for a change and ...
How-To: Pastel Perfection
A lovely do in cotton-candy hues. Meghan Boyd (@hairbymegb) of The Cut Above in London, Ontario made a compromise with her client, who came to her as a referral. When Boyd showed her client color swatches of Schwarzkopf Pearlescent, ...
by Jamie Newman
DRAMATIC TRANSFORMATION: The Update
Do you remember this story? This poor client, Camille, received the WORST cut and color from a local salon and three hairdressers joined forces, free of charge, to help her (see the first 2 links to the stories below). The three artists: ...
How-To: Effortless Balayage + Quick Topknot Tutorial
Sometimes small alterations in color can make a beautiful difference.TeriAnn Eyester, stylist at Salon Nouveau in Bellmore, N.Y., says sun-kissed, textured styles continue to trend this year."Most guests have come into the salon hoping to ...
by Lauren Quick
BEFORE & AFTER: Rock-Inspired Power Chop With Graphics
Jacquelyn Marie Hastings, Bii Hair Salon Senior Hair Artist and Instagram star decided it was finally time to break up with her long hair after a three-year relationship. The final result? A rock-inspired power chop!To help with this ...
FORMULA: Silver Blue Melt
We were wowed by this silver/blue melt by Eva Lam (@evalam_) of Vancouver BC and asked for the formula.She shares:Before: She came in with level 7 roots and 4 inches of faded dark brown dye, the rest of her ends were level 9/10 blonde.Bleach ...
COLOR CORRECTION: The "Ash" Trick
Hedil Ameri (@heidiplum) of @reidunsharsalong in Sweden, wowed us with this transformation and we asked for more info.Here Ameri shares:"This Client came in for a color correction," says Ameri. "I started out by bleaching the ...
TRANSFORMATION: Faded To Sangria
Christina Fuentes (@christina_preensalon) of Preen Salon, Fresno, California, created this Sangria shade and we asked for more details. "My guest came in with very faded red hair, with about 1" 1/2- 2" outgrowth level 4. Her hair ...
COLOR CORRECTION: Mermaid Green Ombre
Stylist Ivy Kasper (@warmsprings_est2003) of WARMSPRINGS Salon & Spa in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, was inspired by mermaid hair when her client came in for a turquoise ombre. But before Kasper could make the undersea ...
by Jamie Newman
The Weekend Updo By MARTIN PARSONS
It's Friday and Martin Parsons (THE BEST) is sharing his "Weekend Updo" for your client (or you!!!). It is the absolute perfect look to handle the fun of going out...and staying in!In this video he shows how to create the look in a ...
HOW-TO: Playful Braid by Pureology
This relaxed, whimsical braid is the perfect idea for an elegant or casual occasion. To achieve this look, start at the part line and begin to French braid along the forehead and then continue down the front of the hair.Before you start styling, ...
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