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The Make Up Show in NYC
The Make Up Show NYC just wrapped up after hosting thousands of make-up artists who were there to learn about the latest introductions, the newest techniques, the freshest shades and to meet and greet all the celebrity make up artists in attendance. I had a chance to chat with Emmy Award winning make up artist Kevin Bennett at the Temptu booth who shared his thoughts on why he loves silicone in make up products. He then offered a special tip for me!
Patrick McIvor Inspires at ColorAmerica
In this video, McIvor begins his presentation to dispute the famed saying "Fashion Repeats Itself."
Beth Minardi's Best
At the recent ISSE Midwest show in Rosemont, Illinois, Joico Vero K-Pak color spokesperson Beth Minardi gave a three-hour class where she detailed her signature techniques—like zig zag foiling—and colored models in the latest commercial trends.
Personal Style: Beth Minardi
The legendary colorist, salon owner and educator was recently honored as an “Icon” at the Professional Beauty Association and National Cosmetology Association’s Legends and Icons gala for her contributions to the salon industry. Also the spokesperson for Joico’s Vero K-Pak color, owner of Minardi salon in NYC and founder of her own luxury color care line, Minardi continues to thrive and excel in the world of color.
Kaaral Makes it's Manhattan Debut
Kaaral, the family owned color and support line that arrived to the United States from Italy in May 2010, made it’s Manhattan debut this week at the James Bentley Salon.
Star Summer Style: The Sexy Side Braid!
This easy and breezy warm-weather style is casual and sexy, making it a favorite of several Hollywood stars. Olivia Wilde even rocked a sweet version of the side braid on the cover of this month’s Glamour magazine! Here are expert tips on how to keep this look sexy instead of sloppy, as well as a "how-to" for a more glammed up fishtail version of the soon-to-be-ubiquitous side braid.
Why do Your Clients Color?
After attending a bevy of beauty shows this spring, I feel more educated than ever on the business of hair color and new color trends. Between color-care products, new highlighting techniques and improved technology, it seems color is everywhere and everyone is doing it. But IS everyone doing it? Obviously, walking around a show floor, finding a stylist without any color in her hair is going to be impossible, but what about the average working woman? What is she up to when it comes to color?
Fashion and Beauty Week Announced
The dates for Fashion and Beauty Week, the prestigious New Jersey fashion, beauty and celebrity festival, were announced earlier today at the first Board of Directors meeting at the Pleasantdale Chateau in West Orange, New Jersey. Find out the dates now.
Kim Vo's Wedding Hair Secrets
Join Kim Vo and his team as they share Wedding hair secrets. Watch as Kim Vo creates two techniques for this seasons bridal hair: 1) How to achieve the Kate Middleton's bridal look. 2) Contemporary side chignon for your destination wedding.
Ammon Carver Demonstrates For Matrix
Matrix held a special salon event last night at Mizu on Park Avenue in New York City. Key stylists and editors were invited to witness Ammon Carver create five different looks using the Design Pulse Collection. Two new products have been added to the collection: MIX IN SHINE and BEACH CLAY. In this video, Ammon demonstrates how he uses the session friendly products to transform his model from soft and classic to chic and exciting. Watch the Video now!
Pivot Point International's Leo Passage Passes Away
It is with great sadness that Pivot Point International, Inc. announces today the passing of its founder and mentor, Leo Passage, as the result of a degenerative lung condition.
ROCK The PURPLE
May is National Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, and during the first week of May, salon professionals across the country came together through individual events to Break the Silence, Break the Cycle and Save Lives.
New Celeb Trend: Hair Jewelry!
Stars have taken a shine to showing off baubles and bling in their hairstyles. Vintage necklaces, brooches and headpieces were most recently seen on the red carpet at the prestigious Met Ball. Pearls, rhinestones and gems were spotted sparkling in updos, with demi styles, pinned back on sides and worn headband-style on loose hair.
Choose Beauty: Angus Mitchell
It’s no surprise Angus Mitchell says hairdressing chose him. What is surprising: He didn’t take the easy route.
The GO Duo...a Great Get
This absolutely ADORABLE iron set from FHI heat has just been made available to the salon for both salon use and retail. The GO Hair styling Iron duo, available in a bright yellow or orange set, features a 1-inch styling powerhouse and a GO Mini Iron.
Work Backstage at Fashion Week
Create your own video using your own personal video camera (a mobile phone cam will work too) about what best practices you are 'guilty' of doing. Winners will get the chance to work with Rodney Cutler backstage on Fashion Week 2012 models.The ...
Shauky Gulamani Launches New Line
Salon industry veteran Shauky Gulamani has tapped his years of experience as a brand builder and corporate leader to develop his own line of professional hair care products, Inglam.