How-To
Extension Invention: Industrial Lengths Tape-in Extensions
Salon 1800 in Lincoln Park, Chicago, offers a new method of hair extensions—a virtually invisible, easy to apply, tape-in system called Industrial Lengths. SALON TODAY talked with Helene March, creator of the line, CEO of Fine Line Distributors and owner of Salon 1800, about her new extension invention!
Natalie Dormer, Sasha Alexander, Bryan Greenberg's NYC Styles
ECRU and New York Streets recently participated in the 24 Hours Plays NYC (celebrity shows that benefit a variety of worthy causes. Get the steps on how to re-create Game of Thrones Natalie Dormer's hair, Rizzoli and Isles Sasha Alexander's hair and Bryan Greenberg's style from Friends with Benefits.
Soft, Elegant Waves for Taylor Schilling
Actress Taylor Schilling of the hit Netflix series Orange is the New Black appeared at the 30th Annual Night of Stars gala sponsored by The Fashion Group International .
CC's First Mondays Event with Chris Baran
Early this week, Modern Salon joined Cosmetologists Chicago at the historical Cultural Center in downtown Chicago to learn Redken Education Artistic Director Chris Baran 's quick tips to recreate haute holiday looks for your clients.
HOW TO: Pastel Pop Stars
At last Sunday’s American Music Awards, candy-colored strands set off long, stately gowns. Both Bonnie McKee and Ke$ha gave the red carpet an edge with pastel hair.
HOW-TO: Apply Great Lengths' New Tape-in Extensions
Great Lengths USA National Artistic Director Darren Brokaw is finding the new GL Apps, the long-awaited tape-in extension offered from Great Lengths, opening the door for more clients and artists to enter the extension market. Learn how to apply the tape-in extensions on your clients with this how-to.
HOW-TO: Pop of Cherry Color Design
Aloxxi platform artist Candace Bossendorfer wants to bring hair color into focus this season, but in a subtle way. The focus of this color design is the pop of cherry along the rounds of the head. “Even though this is a strong shade, it is made more traditional with the surrounding classic base. It’s a nice little surprise and perfect for the holiday season.”
A Fave Look From Christopher Dove's "Capitol Couture" Collection
Christopher Dove offers an overview of one of his favorite wigs inspired by The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, including the Wella color used on Hairdreams extensions and Quiklkies.
HOW TO: Remove Iron Marks From The Hair
Antonio Corral Calero shows HOW TO remove the dent or mark left by a curling or flat iron.
HOW TO: Christina Aguilera at AMA's by David Babaii
David Babaii (for Viviscal) created the elegant chignon for Christina Aguilera for the American Music Awards. Here he offers the HOW TO.
2 Hot Hairstyles for Hats
It’s time to bundle up, in other words, time to fight hat head. Whether topping off with a cashmere beanie, a ski helmet or a wide brimmed chapeaux, it’s all about preventing hat head. There are usually two camps - take control or submit – Sam Villa, founding partner of the Sam Villa® brand and education artistic director for Redken 5th Avenue, offers How To’s.
Jenna Ushkowitz at the American Music Awards
Jenna Ushkowitz of the hit television series Glee, arrived at the American Music Awards with a cascade of soft curls and waves styled by celebrity stylist Helen Jeffers.
HOW TO: Remove Unwanted Warmth When Blonding
Arda Itez, National Director of Education, offers details on HOW TO remove unwanted warmth when blonding.
HOLIDAY NAIL ART: The Bling Ring Manicure by OPI
A holiday-pretty manicure from OPI.
by Anne Moratto
HOW TO: Extension Placement Tip From Antonio Corral Calero
Antonio Corral Calero of Moroccanoil uses extensions frequently in his finishes and has learned that they don't always have to be placed as expected. Here he offers his TIP OF THE DAY.
HOW TO: Braided Holiday Hair Style in Four Easy Steps
Get the steps to create a braided holiday hair style that's easily achieved in four steps.
HOW-TO: Chemical-Free Highlights and Hair Color to Avoid Breakage
While at the Hotheads hair extension headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, MODERN editor Alison Shipley got the low down from educators on how extensions aren't just great for adding volume and body, they can also be a solution to chemical-free hair color!