How-To
VIDEO HOW-TO: 3D Rope Braid + a "Hair Net" Look
In this video, Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken Sam Villa shows how to create a round, 3D Rope Braid. Later in the video, he shows how to create a hair net with the model’s own hair.
10 Easy Steps to Create Newspaper Nails
Step-by-step instructions on how to create newspaper nails.
HOW-TO: Natural Level 2 To Smokey Blonde
Here's how to go from a level 2 to smokey blonde.
A Master Colorist Takes The Platinum Plunge
David Stanko shares the details on his platinum plunge, and tells why he thinks it's a good idea ALL colorists experiment on themselves.
Getting Balanced - Tips From A Master Cutter
Andrew Caruthers shares tips for getting balanced layers.
MAKEOVER: Going Fantasy Dimensional Pink
From faded and grown-out to fantastic! This client wanted something fun and fitting her lifestyle. The verdict? Blush and pastel colors!
MAKEOVER: The Big Tone Down
This client with natural level 1 coarse Asian hair had been lightened multiple times before this visit. "This time she wanted more of her natural black brought back into her color and to tone down the brightness," says her colorist, Brittany Briggs (@brittany_pro).
Cosmetologists Chicago's American Association for Esthetics Launches CIDESCO Section USA at ABS 2017
America’s Beauty Show by Cosmetologists Chicago officially launched the CIDESCO Section USA at a press briefing during America’s Beauty Show, March 26, 2017.
Sue Pemberton Shares Her Secret for Remembering Color Formulas!
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Hollywood Wave Tips from Mustafa Avci of Hair Salon M
Mustafa Avci (@hairsalonM and @mustafaavci1) shares his tips on creating the perfect Hollywood Wave.
Three Steps To The Perfect Blonde
This makeover was created in 3 easy steps. How-to here.
Red-Carpet Ready: Recreating Award-Season Styles
Award season is in full swing, and with it comes beauty inspiration galore.
by Jamie Newman
Farmhouse Fresh Launches Three New Body Washes
Scents Include Lavender and Mint, Bartlett Pear and Coconut, Spun Sugar and Licorice Blossom.
ColorProof Salutes Veterans at Oscar’s Gifting Suite
ColorProof helped provide pampering and relaxation while paying tribute to the men and women who serve in the United States Military.
by Anne Moratto
MAKEOVER: Corrective Cut For a Big Difference
This client was growing out her naturally gray hair and was attempting to remove the tint of brown she had for many years. Check out the corrective color and cut by Eva Scrivo of the Eva Scrivo Salons and Academy (NYC).
6 Festival-Ready Looks for Every Spring Style Trend
The stylists at Jose Luis Salon in Austin, Texas have created how-tos of spring styles incorporating hair accessories, braids, waves, bling and more.
by Jamie Newman
COLOR CORRECTION: Banded To Silver
This client's previous stylist used a base breaker when toning her highlights, and it created a lot of unwanted warmth in her overall look. When she came to Sarah McDonald, a blonde and balayage specialist, she had an inch of virgin regrowth and grown out highlights. See how she fixed her look.