How-To
Red-Hot Summer Color Formula: How To
In this how to, Matrix Artistic Director Chrystofer Benson uses a combination of Color Sync, SoRED and Matrix Cream Developer to achieve a flirty summer finish that has edge and sophistication.
How-to: Organi-tech and New Rock N' Roll Nails
See how to re-create the Organi-tech and New Rock N' Roll designs by CND.
Highlight Effects on Short Hair
In this how-to, Farouk Systems' artist Rocky Vitelli creates a dramatic fringe that can result in multiple looks depending on how the hair is parted.
Flames, Fire, Fringe: This Color Formula is HOT!
In this how-to, Sherri Jessee, who is a member of the Rusk Creative Team, offers a look that is reminiscent of flames shooting down the fringe.
Get the Look: "Craze Maze" OPI Nails
In the April issue of MODERN SALON we showed you how to create Animal Print and Tribal Print nails with step-by-steps in our Style Watch section. This time I would like to introduce all of you to the "Craze Maze" OPI nail look that you can re-create in three simple steps.
Violet and Wild Orchid Vivids: The Color How To
In this how-to, Pravana Artistic Director Vadre Grigsby creates a head-turning finish that can easily transition from conservative to BOLD.
How To: Bold Statement with Pastel Color
Sue Pemberton creates a multi-dimensional bold color statement using Joico VeroLight Powder Lightener and Vero K-Pak Color. From baliage to ombré to chalking, summer is the season to experiment with high-impact coloring techniques.
The Perfect Bridal Updo: The How To
MODERN Facebook fan Jim Robeson creates an updo that will have summer brides lining up to sit in your chair.
Hair Sewing: How To Create Editorial Hair in 15 Minutes
While at America's Beauty Show in Chicago, Steven Lightfoot stopped by the MODERN SALON booth to demonstrate a quick and fun way to create extremely editorial hair that can be used in photo shoots or runways by using a Salon Tech flatiron, little product, some thread (yes!), hair pieces or filler, and pins.
The Nymph Braid: Get the How-To!
It's another summer braid idea—the nymph braid! Created by Kevin Murphy at the Australian Fashion Week 2012, Murphy was inspired by Roman garden nymphs and the avante garde work of photographer Jock Sturges. Wondering how you can re-create this fun and whimsical style on your clients? The steps are inside...
Pics of Color Chalking: Plus What to Charge and How To Promote
Karen Gordon, MODERN Facebook fan and co-owner of Chicago's J. Gordon Designs, has now introduced hair chalking as a professional service called "Lock Chalking" in their salon. She was so kind to not only share the details of how she has added the service to her salon's menu, but she also gave us the scoop on how to introduce it at your salon, who to market it to, how much to charge and how to make it more professional.
Emma Stone's NEW Blonde Hair Style
Did you know that Emma Stone is actually a natural blonde? Over the weekend Stone went from strawberry blonde to near-platinum, and debuted her new look at the Kids' Choice Awards. MODERN has the tips on how to achieve Emma Stone's beautiful soft, blonde waves from hair stylist David Babaii.
Art + Control
Farouk Systems’ newly revamped Sunglitz Lightening Systems allows for colorists to be creative—yet still have predictable results. And, in tune with the shades that were inspired by nature, the color is designed to recreate the natural lightening action of the sun.
Seamless Color
To offer a simple and quick service, Dubre utilized the model’s existing highlights but added more depth at the base, using a shade deeper than her natural shade, and blending out to stronger lift at the tips using a high-lift powder lightener. “It’s a new fresh look,” he says. “It’s taking the extreme ombre and giving it a gentle 2012 spin.”
Show-Stopping Blonde
“You Can’t Get Supernatural from a Supermarket” is Goldwell’s recently launched direct-to-consumer marketing campaign, and it shines a light on the advantages of professional, in-salon color services over at-home box color.
The Conch Shell Braid!—Get the How-to!
It's one of our favorite new hair styles for summer—the conch shell braid! Learn how to create this beautifully twisted braid!
Embellish With a Head Piece
Looking to create a delicate, elegant head piece? This how-to has the steps you can try to re-create this "Prim and Pastel" look.