How-To
HOW-TO: Purple Meets Pink
Instagram user @mkl_stylist wowed us with this gorgeous multi-dimensional color creation. Get the step-by-steps here.
HOW-TO: Multi-Dimensional Red Texture
The hair color shown was created using a custom foiling technique to give the client's extra curly hair a dimensional, youthful look.
HOW-TO: Rich Ruby Redhead by Aveda's Ian Michael Black
Rich claret-toned reds are skillfully intertwined with vibrant ruby tones to give hair the effect of the shimmering facets of a precious gemstone.
HOW-TO: "Under the Spotlight" Redhead
Create a red that always looks like it’s under a spotlight by Rick Kandasamy, TIGI US Technical Director.
ON INSTAGRAM: Illumina Formula for a Copper Glow
Philip Ring's work on Instagram caught our eye. His client left his chair with a glowing, warm finish and here's the formula.
by Anne Moratto
SOMBRE HOW TO: A Soft Ombre Created With Balayage
We love this balayaged ombre formula (AKA "sombre") and finish created by Zsofi from Capella Salon in Studio City, California. When her salon owner Shai Amiel shared the image with us on Instagram by tagging @modernsalon and using our hashtag #hairdressermagic, we knew we had to track down the steps for you!
Bridal Hair Inspired by the Red Carpet
Here are three red carpet trends that will translate beautifully for your bridal clients this season.
COPPER BALAYAGE: Color Inspiration Compared to Color Result
When colorist Taylor Kline of Bear, Delaware, was given a color challenge to create a balayaged red formula, she nailed the results! Check it out.
PASTEL PURPLE: Pearl Frost by Wella's Alexandra Matiz
Cool and pastel purple shade by Wella Top Artist, Alexandra Matiz.
Couture Color: Loose Change and Shiny Penny Looks
John Simpson and Dimitrios Tsioumas team up for a color collaboration after being inspired by the brilliance and shine of precious metal.
SHINY PENNY: Goldwell Copper Color Formula and Kerasilk How To
John Simpson and Dimitrios Tsioumas team up for a color collaboration after being inspired by the brilliance and shine of precious metal.
COUTURE COLOR: KeraSilk Control and TopChic Shine Formula
Goldwell's John Simpson and Dimitrios Tsioumas team up for a color collaboration after being inspired by the brilliance and shine of precious metal.
Robb Dubre's Golden Girl Step by Step with Kenra Color
While many colorists think linear, sometimes bringing in an unexpected shape for the color pattern can make those few steps look incredibly complex. Here, Robb Dubre creates dimension and depth at the base for a spring/summer warm up—for maximum impact with (exhale!) minimal foiling.
FORMULA HOW-TO: A Pop of Pink
Jose Luis Salon stylist Theresa Przybyla styled a blonde wig with an on-trend pop of pink for a bridal couture shoot, and MODERN has the formula!
by Lauren Quick
"Awakening" Redhead by Goldwell's John C. Simpson
The “Awakening” collection is based on world chaos and the day-to-day life we are surrounded by and breaking out of the cocoon, so we can find a new awakening. Check out this redhead by Goldwell's John C. Simpson.
Red and Copper Tones by Farouk Systems' Patrick Kalle
Powerful red and copper tones create strong geometric shapes, revealing the most versatile aspects of a short cut by Patrick Kalle, Farouk Systems Europe Creative Director.
HOW-TO: Do the Beach Wave in 6 Steps for Spring
Hello Spring! Cloud Nine Creative Director Lauren McCowan offers the Beach Mane as a look for spring. If your clients are having trouble getting the beach wave look on their own, show them how to do it with these quick steps.