How-To
NAIL HOW-TO: Jenna Dewan's Nails at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards
Jenna’s look was all about edge from head to toe. Recreate her nail look with these steps from celebrity manicurist Christine Aviles and Essie.
Jenny Strebe Creates a Festival Braid with Wire
At America's Beauty Show 2018 in Chicago, Jenny Strebe (@theconfessionsofahairstylist) brought her braid bar and iconic bus to the show floor. Here, Strebe shows MODERN SALON how to create a fun festival style adorned by wire found at a craft store.
by Jamie Newman
6 Tips for Flawless Precision Cutting
The goal of precision cutting is to create exact edges that are still elegant. Here are some tips from Andrew Carruthers, Education Director for Sam Villa.
HOW-TO: Violet Hair Color With a Touch of Opalescence
Just like the opal, this unique shade offers facets of silver and violet that shift in the light.
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HOW-TO: Balayage with a Money Piece
Get some great tips, techniques and best practices on balayage and the money piece from top colorist Nancy Braun, L'Oreal Professionnel Artist.
HOW-TO: Platinum Hair with Orange and Yellow Highlights from Todd Kane and Matrix
The collection utilizes the new Matrix SOCOLOR Cult shades in Lucky Ducky, Orange Alert and Clear.
HOW-TO: Icy Pink Highlights from Moroccanoil
Silver has been around for a while and, instead of fading in popularity, celebrity colorist Briana Cisneros believes it’s changing—going a bit more pastel and less intense.
Men's Grooming Tips From Living Proof
Michael Shaun Corby, Living Proof Global Creative Director, shares his tips for creating the perfect men's look.
How-To: Violet Shimmer
Blondes don't always have to have more fun. Let your dark-haired clients join the purple hue party.
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GOING LIVE: Tips From Shelley Gregory
Shelley Gregory has been having success with going live on her various platforms, as well as adding video posts to her Instagram page. In this video, Gregory shares her tips on lighting, background, angles, music and more.
MAKEOVER: Double Process Platinum to Medium Brown
Going from double-process platinum to a glossy medium brown can be challenging. Get the details for this dramatic makeover.
Up You Foil Skills with These Tips
Is foiling a "dye-ing" skill? Never, according to Jo Blackwell-Preston, a L'Oreal Professionnel International Artist. Here, she demos how to use foils to get the best lift on your darker haired clients (and tips that will work on your blondes as well).
The Ten MUST Tips For Balayage Perfection
Learn the ten MUSTS for balayage perfection. Colin Caruso shares his top ten tips and demonstrates in a how-to video.
Beauty Changes Lives Experience NextGen Sneak Peek: Team Redken
As the countdown to the 6th Beauty Changes Lives Experience continues, meet the NextGen team representing Redken on the runway.
NAIL HOW-TO: Kelsea Ballerini's Nail Look from the ACMs
Recreate the country music star's nail look with this how-to from Essie.
How to Build Your Skincare Business
Jeane Richmond, National Education Manager, Satin Smooth, is always looking to help the skincare professional develop business. Here she shares three tips on keeping and building clientele.
HOW-TO: Rockstar Bridal Look from Moroccanoil and Kevin Hughes
Learn how to recreate this edgy bridal style from Moroccanoil at New York Bridal Fashion Week.