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Violet-Silver Toned Haircolor Inspired by an Abalone Shell
Inspired by the iridescent mother-of-pearl coloring found on the inside of an Abalone Shell, haircolorist Alix Clymer @thereal_omgiloveyourhair created this multi-dimensional look full of violet, silver and sea blue tones.Clymer used her ...
The Full-Circle Career
After owning a salon for 14 years, Paul Orlandi went solo to re-focus on educating. The payoffs were huge.
The Other Social Network
Corrine Mathison used what mentors taught her, client relationships and referrals to build and maintain her business. She doesn’t even have a Facebook page.
The Happy Hairdresser
After years learning the business aspects of salons, Brandi Crosson realized she was only truly happy when she was doing hair. Her background helped her build business fast.
Inspired by Silk: The Beauty of BioSilk Collection
For centuries, silk has been documented as a luxurious fabric due to its smooth texture and brilliant luster. Throughout history, silk has clothed royalty and the elite, continually evolving with fashion trends to still be coveted in modern ...
Dystopian Collection Inspired by Mad Max: Fury Road
Industry icon and master cutter Ginger Boyle from Planet Salon in Los Angeles, CA, collaborated with fashion photographer Robert Lynden and Italian Fashion designer Valerj Pobega, best known for her custom wardrobe creations for the likes of ...
Modern Reports: Pivot Point Creative Jam Chicago
THE EVENT: Pivot Point International's Creative Jam Chicago, Nov. 15-16, 2015, at Prairie Production Studios.THE DETAILS: Fifty beauty educators from far and wide attended to learn about how to expand creativity, teach effectively and ...
by Lauren Quick
TRANSFORMING FUN SHADES: Hot Pink To Mermaid
Megan Chiles (@hairstylist_MC) of Nico Bella Salon, Camas, Washington, was thrilled her her most recent challenge. "My client come in with about 2 and a half inches of level 6 grow out. Mid shaft to ends was faded Manic Panic red so it was ...
Razor Cutting Tips From A Master
Hilary Bilstad, a Master Cutter/Stylist at Arrojo SOHO, regularly fields questions regarding one of her specialties: Razor Cutting. MODERN stopped by for a little demo and invited YOU to ask questions. Here, Bilstad shares her tips and ...
It's a Stretch
Strength, balance and flexibility—is your workout achieving this golden trio? When focusing on cardio and lifting, even health-conscious people may overlook stretching as another essential component of staying agile, extending youthfulness ...
Dimensional Red To Hawaii Blue
Alicia McLaughlin, better known as Lish Mac (@thehairstylish), an artist at Calista Grand, West Chester, Pennsylvania, says that "The Unicorn Tribe is the epitome of why I joined this business. I love making people feel beautiful and ...
TRANSFORMATION: Faded To Silver/Blue Melt
Gina Atkinson (@ginaatkinson), based in North Hollywood and Las Vegas, continues to wow us, and this transformation is no exception. We contacted Atkinson to the get details for this melt. Here she shares the how to:STEP 1: Balayage ...
The Only Thing We Have To Fear Is Fear Itself
As I write you this blog, I am sitting in an Airbnb in Paris with my wife and two daughters on the second of our 4-day visit to Paris, arriving just 9 days after Paris was attacked by terrorists. This is the second time in my life I have ...
Denim Dream
The biggest color trend of the 2015 was, without a doubt, drenched in grays, silvers and dusty lavenders. Is the gray trend over? Not necessarily. According to Victoria Casciola, artistic director for Hotheads Hair Extensions, there is a way to ...
High Fiber, Pro Results: L’Oréal Professionnel's Pro Fiber
In this exclusive shoot with styling and color powerhouse couple Ted Gibson and Jason Backe, L’Oréal Professionnel’s new Pro-Fiber in-salon treatments and products take centerstage. The debuting lineup ...
HOW-TO: Short & Spunky Rainbow Hair Color Styled 6 Ways!
This dramatic haircolor incorporates all the colors of the rainbow, and more! This look created by Haircolorist Ursula Goff recently went viral on her Instagram page @Uggoff – and you can see why.Goff colored her client Haley’s hair ...
Fashion Fade To Purple/Blue Melt. WOW!
Kristi Waldrop (@Kristi_Mac_of_Hair) a stylist/makeup artist at Head Rush Salon in Gonzales, Louisiana, is given total freedom with this client and she gets an opportunity to create beautiful finishes. We LOVE this one. Here she ...