How to Become an Educator in the Beauty Industry
How do you become an educator? There are different paths. There are different destinations. Every potential educator candidate is a different individual bringing different things to the table.
by Ivan Zoot
Congratulations 2014 SALONS OF THE YEAR!
SALONS OF THE YEAR, SALON TODAY’s renowned competition for salon and spa design is in its final judging stages for 2014. We are proud to announce this year’s 20 SALONS OF DISTINCTION, the finalists who will all be honored in the commemorative June 2014 issue, and who now proceed to the final round of judging.
by Stacey Soble
COLLECTION: Timless by ErteQoob
The Timeless project was designed and developed to show that high technology in cutting hair can be used in everyday life, while maintaining inner peace.
Mirabella Beauty Releases Colour Vinyl Collection
For Mirabella’s spring campaign, Creative Director Amber Bowen turned to Charlotte Carey for inspiration to create multiple looks using the recently launched Colour Vinyl lipsticks.
Hot Tools Nano Ceramic Spring Curling Iron
The new Hot Tools Nano Ceramic Spring Curling Iron comes in a variety of sizes to achieve the perfect set of curls. Available in 3/4” ($48), 1” ($50), 1 1/4” ($52.50) and 1 1/2” ($55) barrel sizes, the Nano Ceramic ...
by Staff
ON FACEBOOK: Hairdressers Share Their Proudest Moments
When we asked hairdressers to share their proudest career moments, the answers reminded us, again, why hairdressers are the most caring, loving professionals ever!
by Anne Moratto
RED CARPET UPDOS: Michael Duenas at the GLAAD Awards
For this year's GLAAD Awards, held in New York City on May 2, 2014, Schwarzkopf Professional Brand Ambassador Michael Dueñas styled Orange Is The New Black's Taryn Manning and Emma Myles.
by Anne Moratto
Gino Trunzo, essie's Director of Education
Gino Trunzo offers an overview of his favorite look from ARTIST SESSION and learn more about what it's like to be a male nail artist and Director of Education.
The Countdown to Your Social Media BLASTOFF!
If a picture is worth a thousand words, what’s the going rate for a collage? AKA: Get snapping, people! But, don’t get your hair in a knot. With this Social Media Photo Countdown, your salon is sure to blastoff into superstar visibility in no time.
by Kelly Ehlers
Adam Levine Debuts Platinum Blonde Hair: Yea or Nay?
Did you hear that Adam Levine got a makeover? ...He went BLONDE! "Like" or "Unlike?" Let us know!
How Your Salon Can Compete with the Big Chains.
Independent retail business owners often worry when a large chain store threatens their business. The threat of having to compete with large retailers keeps many would-be entrepreneurs from ever opening a salon. Don't panic and read this.
by Anne Moratto
NAHA Retrospective: 25 Years of NAHA
The beauty industry’s most glamorous event—the North American Hairstyling Awards—is celebrating 25 years of inspiring work by North America’s top hair stylists, salon owners, students and make-up artists.
How Sweet It Is: New Nail Sugar Polishes from Cinapro
Cinapro Nail Creations introduces Nail Sugar, a new collection of 10 multi-faceted colors using different sized micas and glitters. Spotlight LED cap for perfect application every time.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Changes Lives Sassoon Scholarship Winners Announced
Beauty Changes Lives Foundation has awarded 20 Vidal Sassoon Professional Beauty Education Scholarships to honor the business and beauty legend and his work.
by Anne Moratto
2014 Met Ball Style Roundup & How-Tos
See some of the best looks from this 2014's Met Ball--complete with how-tos!
by Lauren Quick
Beauty Industry Mourns Loss of Frank Liguori, Scruples Co-Founder
The beauty industry mourns the loss of Scruples Co-Founder Frank Liguori who passed away on May 3, 2014.
by Anne Moratto
PBA Supports New Wisconsin Bill Advocating for State Licensing
A new Wisconsin bill that would uphold training hours and licensing requirements has the support of the Professional Beauty Association.
by Anne Moratto