Hair Emergency?
Don't you wish you had a kind of first aid kit for your hair emergencies. Well, today is your lucky day because Zotos' Hair Rescue comes equipped with 7 different treatments for the common hair problems. Whether your clients are suffering from frizzy locks to environmental buildup, there's bound to be a treatment for them in this kit.
Inside a Freelance Hairdresser's Kit, Amit Abraham
Modern's Beauty & Fashion Director, Maggie Mulhern frequently gets asked: "What is inside a freelance hairdresser's bag?" The answer is revealed in this guided tour by Amit Abraham, an experienced freelance hairdresser and L'Oreal Professionnel Portfolio Artist who has worked many runway shows and photo shoots. Get tips on how to build your own freelance kit. Find out which products Amit uses and trusts. And finally, try guessing the final value of Amit Abraham's kit. (Answer revealed at the end)
Anthony Lombardi's Blog: The Answer to Leadership
During my time at the Gatsby and even as I still am there taking clients, I've learned a lot of different things that I can take back to my Salon. I learned that every shop no matter how big or small one employee or 40 big client base or small, people look up to the owner and manager and want them to lead.
New Liners from Mirabella
Six new lip liners from Mirabella!
Acanthe Infused
Help your curly clients restore shape and texture in their hair. Try out Rene Furterer's new line, Acanthe Perfect Curls, which includes a combination of natural active ingredients.
Ann Mincey’s “Simply Living Better” - Advice for Your 20-Year-Old Self
The first time I ever heard of John Steinberg was from my friend, Stefany Reed, of Profound Beauty fame. At the time, John was visiting New York and according to Stefany, he was an incredibly fascinating person—a must to meet.
Sunlicious!
UV rays, pool and salt water can dry out your client’s hair, leaving it brittle and without shine. I tried out Goldwell’s Dualsenses Sun Reflects, which is only available during the summer months.
Orlando Pita "Fishtails" for Doo-Ri
Braids were everywhere during the most recent Fashion Week in New York City for the fall/winter 2010 collections. Orlando Pita made them even more exciting by created fishtail braids for the Doo Ri show, sponsored by T3. “It’s an ideal look because it can be used to dress an outfit up or down. The fishtail braid is more interesting and elegant.”
Great Hair at All Lengths: Carey, Drew & Rachel
Take cues from the celebrities this summer by following these tips from stylist and salon owner Antonio Prieto to create fresh styles for your clients. Whether you're dealing with cropped hair or long locks, you can help keep your clients looking cool and polished from work to the beach to a night out on the town. Using Carey, Drew and Rachel as models, here are Prieto's tips for three great looks.
Stylists' Break World Record!
So what happened when 552 licensed cosmetologists got together to simultaneously cut hair? They broke a world record!
Brunettes Easier to Manage?
Ashley Tisdale, who recently went from light to dark hair, was quoted in US Weekly magazine saying, “Brunette is easier to manage.” According to colorists from Patrick Mcivor Color Studio it really is easier…
Angus M Salon, Beverly Hills
ANGUS MITCHELL, co-owner of Paul Mitchell Systems and an influential educator in the beauty industry, launched his Angus M Salon in Beverly Hills, California, in July 2009. One look inside the 1,800-square-foot space and you can see why Mitchell’s salon has been called, “the cool kid on the block.”
A Message from Matrix VP Colin Walsh
Colin Walsh, Matrix Vice President and General Manager, met with Modern Beauty and Fashion Director Maggie Mulhern to share some exciting news for the upcoming months. Colin explains the importance of the Community Salon, taking education on the road with The Matrix Get Connected Tour, which kicks off in Omaha, Nebraska, and Celebrity Stylist Tabatha Coffey joining the Matrix family as Matrix Celebrity Judge for Matrix Mannequin Mania.
There Ain't No Traffic on the Extra Mile
“There ain’t no traffic on the extra mile.” I was about 22 years old when I heard Rick Goldberg say that at a Clairol/Logics national sales meeting, and it has been a secret of my success to this day.
A Time Saving Regimen for Well Traveled Hair
Transform weary hair into fresh hair with Pravana's New Fresh! Volumizing Dry Shampoo!
Getting to the Root of Matted/Tangled Hair
Jeanene Barrett is the queen of saving matted hair from being completely chopped off. MODERN asked this master hair reconstructor the tips and tricks of what she does to save her client's hair.
Trend: Taylor Swift's Vibrant Color
Now is the time to start helping clients liven up their dull winter colors, and Matrix Artistic Color Director Patrick McIvor sees two trends perfect for any client—blond, brunette or redhead.