Helping The Homeless—One Head at a Time
Seattle based Daniel Bacon is making a difference in the world, one head at a time. He has been helping the local homeless population by using his craft to provide a literal touch of humanity.Based at Salon Circa on Fourth Avenue, Bacon spends ...
Professionalism is Trending and it Doesn’t Mean "Boring"
Be honest: one of the major contributing factors to your cosmetology school enrollment was your intense aversion to ever becoming a “suit.” Starched, beige clothing while trapped in a gray cubicle with a boss breathing down your ...
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3 Things to Know When Purchasing Liability Insurance (For Hairdressers!)
This morning I woke up so excited! As I sat up in bed I stretched my arms high over my head, took a deep, cleansing breath and thought to myself, “Self, today is the day. Today is the perfect day for us to finally get in a car ...
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5 Ways to Get Your Clients to Respect You
Earning your clients' respect is a pillar for success in hairdressing. Getting your clients to remain loyal and trust you, is a job in itself. Need some tips on how to do this? Associated Hair Professionals gathered together these five ways ...
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Face & Body's Keynote Message is More Than Skin Deep
As a salon professional, when was the last time you had a client sit in the chair and apologize for her appearance?Do you hear, “Sorry, my roots look terrible,” or “Sorry about my split ends, I should’ve gotten a trim ...
Aquage Academy in Chicago Offers an Abundance of Talent to Deliver High-Quality Education
The Aquage Academy held at Chicago's McCormick Place on June 26–27, 2016, invariably provided wide-ranging and valuable education through the impressive amount of talent available to attendees. 130 stylists were stationed at tables of ...
Lavacqua Volcanic Water Final Rinse Fights Damaging Effects of Tap Water with Natural Minerals
Geography can have an unexpected effect on hair health, and Stellario D’Urso and Geppe Enfiomusi, creators of new product Lavacqua, have figured out how to harness the minerals that make certain locales good-hair-day ...
Tech Forecast: Industry Leaders on Future Technology and Client Experience
In a constantly shifting technological landscape, these industry leaders are alert to new innovations in their market. We asked them: What future technology do you have your eye on, and how will it shape the client experience?The future ...
by Anne Moratto
Celeb Luxury and Leland Hirsch Introduce Gem Lites and Viral Colorwash Systems in Colorposit Category
It’s no secret that Leland Hirsch has had a successful and long history in the haircolor business—in fact, both Vogue and MODERN have dubbed him the “Godfather of Haircolor” for his devotion to haircolor education, ...
HOW-TO: Radioactive Kryptonite Nails + Steps!
CND’s new fall 2016 Craft Culture collection is all about embracing beauty in raw imperfections, earthy colors and weathered textures."This season, smoky red oranges, deep reds and weathered blues capture the unique character of ...
This Mirror Takes a Selfie FOR YOU! Stylists - Your Clients Will Love This!
Let's face it - people love taking selfies.Now there's a new piece of technology you can implement in your salon that makes the whole "selfie" experience easier for you, and your client.Selfie Mirror, a smart mirror that allows ...
Winners Announced for Sport Clips Haircuts “The Look" National Stylist Competition
Six Sport Clips professional stylists were announced as winners or honorable mentions in Sport Clips Haircuts “The Look” competition which took place in San Antonio, TX, recently. Finalists came from six U.S. states and British ...
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Manufacturer Sales for Salon and Pro Beauty Industry Appliances & Shears Category Grew by 4.7% in 2015
Manufacturer sales for the professional salon industry’s appliances category grew 4.7% in 2015, according to the new 2015 Professional Salon & Pro Beauty Industry Appliances & Shears Study from Professional Consultants & ...
by Anne Moratto
Bio Ionic 10X Pro Ultralight Speed Dryer
Part of Bio Ionic's Luxe collection, the 10X Pro Ultralight Speed Dryer is designed to dry hair in under 10 minutes. 10X features a patented brushless "Ecodrive" motor that lasts up to 10 years and is 57% more powerful than ...
Electric Neon Freehand Coloring Set by Colortrak
Inspired by Colortrak SUMMER OF COLOR, this rubberized collection includes an Electric Neon Freehand Coloring Set (Balayage Board & 3pk Electric Neon Freehand Brushes in four fun color combination options).Here is what it includes:Color ...
A Hairdresser Bikes Across the U.S. for Style Heroes
“We are all looking for ways to give back,” says Nina Husen owner with Nicole Hitchcock of NH2 Salon in Novato, California. “Blessed beyond measure, it makes it even sweeter when that blessing can be shared. For a hairstylist ...
Premiere's By Invitation Only Event Focused on Success
At Premiere Orlando’s 2016 By Invitation Only event, which was for the owners of leading salons the day before the beauty show debuted at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center, five Salon Today 200 honorees offered an inside look ...
by Stacey Soble