Deja Vu
The last episode of Shear Genius 3 left me dazed and confused. With four contestants left ... a crazy twist. No one was eliminated. Instead of recapping episodes you should be watching, this week, I wanted to do something different. I'd like to share some behind the scenes fun. The entire cast had nicknames courtesy of Jon and myself.
Styling Kristen Stewart's Modern Shag
Nobody out there is rocking the modern shag better than Kristen Stewart. She definitely made waves when she debuted it last summer, chopping her longer hair into a dark, textured cut perfect for her role as rocker Joan Jett in the movie, The Runaways. At its recent premiere, she was showing off a longer version—and proving that not all grow-outs have to be painful! It's all in the styling.
"How to Get on Shear Genius" by Janine Jarman
Janine Jarman, owner of Hairroin Salon and Shear Genius Season 3 contestant, chats with editor Maggie Mulhern about her television experience. Here, Janine tells stylists how she got on the show and who should be a part of it.
Brig from Shear Genius: Her Style Story
You either love her fashion or hate it—but Brig from Shear Genius has definitely earned her place on Modern Salon to tell her Style Story.
Sophia Navarro of NOVALASH Offers Tips For Success
Sophia Navarro, owner of Lash Co. of Houston, Texas, is one of the most successful eyelash extension artists in the United States. She uses Novalash and is also a top trainer for the company. Modern Salon asked her some questions on how you can UP your own profile in the eyelash extension world.
ANN MINCEY’S “Simply Living Better” - Uncovering Boulders
But walking with Mary, I saw that our once-familiar beach looked like a moonscape more than a beach. The constant ebb and flow of the tide had taken a huge portion of the sand away. Then, we discovered the unimaginable. Huge boulders that previously had been covered with sand stretched the length of a football field. Their sudden exposure was unfamiliar and unsettling.
ANN MINCEY’S “Simply Living Better” - When Life Presents the Unexpected
In this column, I intend to share personal anecdotes and real-life stories that illustrate my “Simply Living Better” message. The first story involves Michele. Now, she wasn’t exactly crazy about me sharing it (members of the press often don’t like to be part of the story). But we shared an experience that perfectly illustrated the very point I want to make with this blog, so she gave me her permission. Here’s the background:
Jerseylicious...the Premiere
Maggie Mulhern attended the premiere of Style Networks Jerseylicious in Hoboken, New Jersey. She had a blast.
Faatemah's Shear Genius Scoop: Curl up and Dye
This week, stylists were put to the test with an African American clientele. I strongly feel that every stylist should challenge themselves to be able to service every client regardless of their ethnicity. Hair is not a race–it is fabric so deal with it accordingly. As stylists we are hair tailors.
Get Mary-Kate's Textured Twists
Clients looking for a new, softer style this season? This spring, special occasion style is all about texture, says Joico celebrity stylist George Papanikolas. He recommends an '80s-inspired look with a modern twist to the clients in his chair. "The silhouette is wide rather than tall," he explains, "with plenty of soft, not crunchy, movement."
The Quietest Hair Dryer I've Ever Tried.
What can I say? The Cricket Centrix Q-Zone Dryer really is....."Insanely Quiet." Are you sick of the roar of your old hair dryer? This dryer will greatly reduce your salon noise pollution. After trying out this hair dryer personally, I threw away my old hair dryer instantly.
Expo Latino—The Long Beach International Beauty Expo 2010
The International Beauty Expo (Expo Latino) 2010
New Nail Shades Hit the Oscars
Nail artist Jenna Hipp used essie's "Pillow Talk" on actress Zoe Saldana (Avatar) for the Academy Awards.
Joico Joins Haiti Relief Efforts
Joico recently signed on as a sponsor of the Reality Cares and In Touch Weekly Heroes of Haiti Hollywood fundraiser.
Lisa Loves Agadir
Lisa Barchetto of Allendale Hair Studios in Allendale, NJ is a huge fan of Agadir Spray Treatment and uses it on just about every client for just about every service.
Aveda’s 2010 Earth Month Programs
Aveda has announced its 2010 Earth Month initiatives, which include the company’s ambitious goal to raise $3.5 million for Clean Water Rights.
Face First
Getting a facial is one of life’s little luxuries I can’t do without. Not only is it relaxing, the benefits are well worth the price. Clear, clean skin is the best accessory to any outfit or hair style.