Photo Gallery
HOW-TO: Hummingbird Hues
When the @UnicornTribe announced its next group collective, which was to spotlight artists’ strengths, tribe member Dana Dautel (@dana_lynn12) of Kraze Salon in Magnolia, New Jersey wanted to focus on her strong suit: capturing in her ...
by Jamie Newman
VIDEO: 8 Shades, 1 Colormelt - How to Create Rainbow Hair Without Transfer or Bleeding
This colormelt features eight vibrant colors inspired by a rainbow sand-art design pattern seen on www.clashist.com. This how-to is proof that you can find inspiration for haircolor anywhere - if you're looking!Here, Pravana Guest Artist ...
TRANSFORMATION: Fairy Tale Blonde and Pink Color Melt
Melissa Meacham, owner of Rogue Hair Studio (@roguehairstudio), created an antique blonde and pink color melt on her client, resulting in an overall look that is fit for a fairy tale.“I was inspired by this beautiful vintage wedding dress ...
How-To: Pastel Perfection
A lovely do in cotton-candy hues. Meghan Boyd (@hairbymegb) of The Cut Above in London, Ontario made a compromise with her client, who came to her as a referral. When Boyd showed her client color swatches of Schwarzkopf Pearlescent, ...
by Jamie Newman
DRAMATIC TRANSFORMATION: The Update
Do you remember this story? This poor client, Camille, received the WORST cut and color from a local salon and three hairdressers joined forces, free of charge, to help her (see the first 2 links to the stories below). The three artists: ...
The ABCH Energizing Summit Continues to Grow and Spread Its Color Education
The 15th annual American Board of Certified Hairdressers (ABCH) Energizing Summit was held June 28-29, 2015 at the Marriott Hotel LAX in Los Angeles, CA. This year's event saw a 20% increase in attendance.56 educators held 142 ...
by Anne Moratto
BEFORE & AFTER: Rock-Inspired Power Chop With Graphics
Jacquelyn Marie Hastings, Bii Hair Salon Senior Hair Artist and Instagram star decided it was finally time to break up with her long hair after a three-year relationship. The final result? A rock-inspired power chop!To help with this ...
This is Your Body on Soda
When we saw this graphic posted in a blog by Niraj Naik, known as the “Renegade Pharmacist,” we had to share it with our Healthy Hairdresser Coke drinkers. Naik created this to illustrate the damage a single 12-ounce serving of ...
Education, Inspiration Happening Here: Events at The Wella Studio LA
The Wella Studio LA has been opening its doors to showcase the work being done at their seminars, classes and by their Signature Studio Artists and Design Team Members. At two recent events, it was standing room only.On June 25, 2015, an ...
by Anne Moratto
TRANSFORMATION: Faded To Sangria
Christina Fuentes (@christina_preensalon) of Preen Salon, Fresno, California, created this Sangria shade and we asked for more details. "My guest came in with very faded red hair, with about 1" 1/2- 2" outgrowth level 4. Her hair ...
COLOR CORRECTION: Mermaid Green Ombre
Stylist Ivy Kasper (@warmsprings_est2003) of WARMSPRINGS Salon & Spa in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, was inspired by mermaid hair when her client came in for a turquoise ombre. But before Kasper could make the undersea ...
by Jamie Newman
Game Changers: Modern's 2015 'Who's Who' Guide to Industry Influencers
Before social media, trends were showcased from a platform, down a runway or in a magazine spread. Now, the real trendsetters are the working professionals uploading their images to platforms like Instagram and YouTube, engaging live with their ...
HOW-TO: Playful Braid by Pureology
This relaxed, whimsical braid is the perfect idea for an elegant or casual occasion. To achieve this look, start at the part line and begin to French braid along the forehead and then continue down the front of the hair.Before you start styling, ...
Sponsored by Pureology
HOW-TO: Midnight Fireworks
Most Instagram artists are learning the importance of taking “before” photos, but many are learning that taking some step-by-step shots can help when sharing information with colleagues and clients. For this how-to, we called upon ...
HOW-TO: Lovely Lavender with a Pink Punch
Taylor Rae (@taylorrae_hair) is a stylist out of Denver, Colorado at Vito Pini Salon. This lovely lavendar upgrade that she gave her client is circulating around our Instagram feed, categorized under the #1000orBust hashtag (although, ...
by Jamie Newman
It's All About Blondes
Soft blonde hues were paired with choppy, layered cuts to create these breathtaking looks for stylist Jim Shaw's "IT'S ALL ABOUT BLONDES," collection. Using the dry cutting technique, every style was expertly sculpted into a ...
by Jamie Newman
Behind the August Cover: Heather the Storm
Instagram is a great tool not just for stylists to connect with MODERN editors, but for us to connect with you. When we first caught notice of stylist, blogger and educator Heather Chapman’s page, @heatherchapmanhair, we were beyond ...