In The Know
John Paul Mitchell Systems Announces Partnership with Business Coach Antony Whitaker
Whitaker is an educator and motivator with a worldwide reputation based on more than 30 years of experience in the hairdressing industry.
Rocking for a Cure: All-Star Charity Concert Will Benefit City of Hope
"Rock the Cure 2” is an all-star charity concert to be performed by The Tribe, a collective of over 30 of LA’s top session and touring musicians and vocalists. The event will raise money for City of Hope, the partner charity of the professional beauty industry.
Trending for Solo Artists: Hairspray & Stylers
Put the finishing touch on your client’s hair with hairspray and styling products from CosmoProf. Don’t miss out on these March spring deals.
Vanessa Hudgens Receives Icon award for SoColor Cult Color, Launching This Summer
Actress, singer and style trendsetter Vanessa Hudgens received the honor of Matrix/ULTA Beauty SOCOLOR Cult Icon award at the ULTA Beauty General Manager Conference.
by Jamie Newman
Exposé of Top Barber Chain Promised at ISBN
During the Interational SalonSpa Business Conference, the Tour de ISBN—an inside look at the operations of member salon companies—makes its second stop at V's Barbershops.
Salons Leverage Artificial Intelligence to Save Time and Money at the Front Desk
As one of the first salons to use the artificial intelligence texting software Presence AI, Umbrella Salon in San Jose is cutting the time the front desk spends manning the phones up to 40 percent. See how this new technology is helping the front desk do more while giving clients an improved experience.
by Stacey Soble
A Photographer's Eye: What Stylists Can Learn From Iconic Photographs
Leland Hirsch makes valuable photographs available through Sotheby's, and explains to stylists what they can learn from iconic photographers that can translate into their own work.
Check Out MODERN's New @ArtistSession Instagram Page
Amazing images have come out of ARTIST SESSION, MODERN SALON’s photoshoot workshop. All are cover- and award-worthy, created by artists who range from beginner to NAHA-winning hairdressers.
Memo Exclusive: An Interview with Sutra's President, Liam Ben-David
From its inception, the Sutra brand of styling tools combined the newest technologies with stellar product design.
by Anne Moratto
Rose Fernandez Appointed Chief Executive Officer at Algenist
Current CEO, Frederic Stoeckel, will remain on Advisory Board.
Color Your Mood with Keune's New Limited-Edition Collection
#ColorYourMood, the new limited-edition hair color collection from Keune Haircosmetics North America launching May 1, features five new lust-worthy shades, ranging from natural to statement-making, to match a variety of moods.
by Jamie Newman
Legislative Updates: Blow Drying Bill, Microblading, and More
Need-to-know updates from the American Association of Cosmetology Schools.
The Private Room in Beverly Hills Celebrates Grand Reopening
Reflecting the discretion and exclusivity of its name, The Private Room’s client-centered atmosphere includes a private back entrance and Signature Service Menu designed to help each client achieve his or her personal style.
Redken Unveils New Salon Success Kit
The comprehensive kit is divided into four main pillars – brand new and easy-to-use Asset Library, Social Media Business Tools, Digital TV, and Business Tools sections.
Aveda Celebrates Earth Month, Promotes Clean Water Mission
By taking part in a variety of earth-conscious actions through the pledge, participants in Earth Month will help to continue Aveda’s tradition of environmental and clean water efforts.
Memo Exclusive: Pat Parenty on Creating a More Robust Salon Service and Retail Experience
Creating an engaging and customized experience for their clients became easier for salon owners with the launch of Smarter LifeStyle Network.
by Anne Moratto
Bella Colori Patented Tooling System for Water-Wise Haircolor Services
Bella Colori offers an environmentally-conscious tooling system for the professional hair colorist