In The Know
Announcing the Winners of Scruples' Power Your Blonde Contest
See the winners of Scruples' Power Your Blonde Contest, their before, during and after photos, and the formulas that won them prizes of up to $450 in color credit and more.
by Jamie Newman
Memo Exclusive: An Interview with Lina Kennedy, President of Alexandria Professional Body Sugaring
Lina Kennedy is sweet on sugaring. The president of Alexandria Professional Body Sugaring has been a staunch advocate of this ancient method of hair removal and her company’s growth and performance reflects these efforts.
by Anne Moratto
L’Oréal Professionnel USA Appoints New Senior Vice President of Marketing
L’Oréal Professionnel USA has tapped Michelle Ryan for the position of Senior Vice President of Marketing.
by Anne Moratto
Truss Professional Officially Debuts in the US
Truss Professional hosted the #inbeautyweTRUSS Launch Party on October 27, 2016 at the Buddakan restaurant in New York City, to celebrate the debut of Truss Professional in the U.S. and the launch of the new Alexandre Herchcovitch Truss haircare line.
PBA New and Returning Board and Advisory Councils Announced
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the association’s leadership for the 2016/2017 term.
by Anne Moratto
PBA New and Returning Board and Advisory Councils Announced
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the association’s leadership for the 2016/2017 term.
by Anne Moratto
10 Ways to Reduce Holiday Stress
Sadness and anxiety do not have to be the price you pay to get through your busiest time of the year.
SASSI's Salon Secrets Program Gives Pros A Chance to Win Big
Write a short essay revealing the secrets to your salon success and you just might win a trip to America's Beauty Show next March, compliments of SASSI, the Salon and Spa Specialty Insurance agency. Find out the details of the competition.
by Stacey Soble
Demandforce Introduces Two-Way Texting
A new feature on Demandforce allows salons to text back and forth to their clients from with the dashboard.
by Stacey Soble
Grande Rebrand: Grande Naturals Changes Name to Grande Cosmetics
To celebrate the continued expansion of the line, Grande Naturals has changed its name to Grande Cosmetics.
Announcing the 2016 Excellence in Education Finalists
For six years running, MODERN SALON Media has worked with the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) to develop MODERN SALON’s Excellence in Education program to help the professional beauty school community gather, share and celebrate examples of great salon education experiences and beauty career development happening across the country.. Here are the 2016 finalists.
Toni&Guy’s Creative Release Debuts Men’s Grooming Techniques in Salons Nationwide
Founded in 1963 in London, with more than 475 salons across 48 countries, Toni&Guy is a global leader in haircare education, expertise, and client service.The heritage hairdressing brand debuted their new women’s and men’s cut and color techniques and collections during their Creative Release in Dallas.
by Anne Moratto
Smith & Cult Presents 2016 Holiday Kits
Smith & Cult has introduced its 2016 holiday kits, perfect for salon retail. This year, the brand has curated three collections: The Shining Lip Lacquer Trio, Nail Collection and Nail Collection Deluxe.
Club Intrigue and Arizona Salon Professionals Partner to Create Educational Event
At a cool, poolside event in Scottsdale, Arizona, stylists educated stylists at the latest Club Intrigue event which was developed in partnership with Arizona Salon Professionals. Celebrity stylist Nick Arrojo and local stylists Kendall Ong and Amy Freudenberg moderated.
by Stacey Soble
Club Intrigue and Arizona Salon Professionals Partner on Educational Event
Club Intrigue and Arizona Salon Professionals team up to create a cool, poolside educational event where stylists taught stylists. Celebrity stylist Nick Arrojo joined local stylists Kendall Ong and Amy Freudenberg to host the event.
by Stacey Soble
L'Oreal Professionnel's Extreme Lacquer
L'Oreal Professionnel's Extreme Lacquer is an extreme hold anti-frizz fixing hairspray that helps lock style in place.
The Salon by InStyle Names Michelle O'Connor and Dilek Onur-Taylor Creative Directors
NAHA award-winning artists Michelle O'Connor and Dilek Onur-Taylor have been named the new creative directors of The Salon by InStyle at JCPenney.
by Lauren Quick