How-To
Statuesque by Matrix
Here, they demonstrate an elaborate upstyle— created with a foundation of hair pads—that can be exaggerated for avantgarde work or subdued for a salon client.
Whistling Pixie - Rodney Cutler How-to
Hot, summer days don’t have to translate to ponytails and scrunching. In this MODERN exclusive how-to, salon owner Rodney Cutler creates a fierce crop full of the attitude, edge and style that summer clients crave.
Straight Shot - Summer Solstice How-to
Model Deborah arrived to the studio with a heavy dose of home color on natural Level 6. “These ends have turned ashy,” says Fortier, “and not surprisingly the roots are brassy.
June Bug - Summer Solstice How-to
A semi-permanent Davines shade of Mahogany was used to achieve the perfect balance of shine and depth. Fortier created a commercial shape with the focus on a heavy fringe.
Whispy Blonde
Here, Eva Scrivo creates a dimensional blonde using baliage and INOA.
How-To: Highs and Lows
How-to from the Bond Blondes Collection by Eva Scrivo.
Brian Grieve Demos a Money Making Cut
Brian Grieve offers his HOW TO to creating his biggest money making yet artistic cut called "Progressive".
HOW-TO NAILS: Flame and Marbleized Nail Designs!
Get your client's nails summer-ready with these steps by OPI on how to achieve flaming nail tips and marbleized nails.
Braided Updo on Alicia Keys at Billboard Music Awards
Alicia Keys wore a body-hugging gown and an elaborate braided look at the Billboard Music Awards. Here's how it was done!
Vivienne Mackinder On a Beautiful Braided Updo
Vivienne Mackinder offers an overview of the crimped braided updo that she presented at the Intercoiffure 2012 Spring Symposium.
Bohemian Bride: Frothy Curls
From the gown to the hair, a bride on her wedding day wants everything to play out perfectly. Hair stylist and make-up artist Alima Korchinskaya Bryan provided MODERN with a step-by-step (photos included) of how to achieve this '70s-inspired bohemian babe hair style. "After creating this style, observe your work," says Bryan. "Make sure all sides of your style look smooth, the wave is continuous, and all curls have a beautiful flow as well."
Here Comes the Bride: A Wedding Updo
Learn how to create a beautiful, clean, Martin-Parsons inspired-updo for your summer brides, bridesmaids and prom-goers!
How-To: Red Carpet Rose Updo
Recently, I have been receiving more and more hair photos through our Stylist Contributions tab on Modernsalon.com. This tab allows you to submit your best hair styles, color, makeovers, nail designs, make-up designs and more to MODERN SALON for editorial coverage. Recently, I received photos of a unique rose updo from MODERN SALON fan, Alex Cooper, who shared with us the steps on how to re-create this one-of-a-kind style.
HOW-TO: Fancy Fishtail Updo
Stylist Nycole Jones created multiple fishtail braids and pinned them up onto the head for this beautiful fishtail updo look. Want to learn the steps? We have them!
How To: Sidewinder Fishtail Braid
Learn how to create the Sidewinder Fishtail French Braid by following these steps.
Foxy to Faux Fishtail Braids
Herringbone, fishbone, fishtail—whichever name you prefer to call this sea-inspired braid, this fun and flirty style is easy-to-do on your clients. Try mixing this braid with other braiding techniques like a French Braid or Waterfall Braid. In this how-to, Rusk Creative Team Member Naz Kupelian shows MODERN how to create this modern, yet foxy fishtail braid for summer.
Create the Herringbone Side Bun Updo
Dress up your clients' buns by adding interest! Learn how to create the Herringbone Bun updo: an alternative to a plain side bun.