Style
TEXTURE HOW-TO: Half-up and Half-down Finish
Dress up and party down with Paul Mitchell’s Big Night Out finishes. True Romance, one of four exclusive party looks features a half-up half-down style.
The Hair Story: From Curly to Straight and Back
The hair industry lost its largest earnings when permanent waves or “perms” came off the salon menu. They were thought too old fashioned a method for the younger generation.
BEHIND-THE-SCENES: Photo Shoot with Kenra in Venice, CA
The Kenra crew recently landed in Venice, CA to collaborate on their latest photo shoot to accompany their "Sunrise/Sunset" collection of hair cuts, color and styling.
by Anne Moratto
Keratin Complex Hosts GBK Luxury Gift Lounge at MTV Movie Awards
Keratin Complex hosted the GBK Luxury Gift Lounge at the 2014 MTV Movie Awards for the third year in a row.
by Lauren Quick
BRIDAL HOW-TO: The Weaved Chignon "Down 'do"
This weaved chignon was seen recently at Spring/Summer 2014 Bridal Fashion week at Oscar de la Renta. Learn how to re-create this loose braided look using products from L'Oréal Professionnel.
Adrienne Rogers Offers "Coloring the Cut" Overview
Adrienne Rogers and Nick Cerruti offer an overview of their look published in MODERN's April issue.
Undercut Color and Cut by TIGI's Joel Torres and Kelly Butz
Joel Torres and Kelly Butz created this finish for the most recent Intercoiffure 2014 Spring Symposium. Get the details for cut and color here.
FORMULA HOW-TO: Flat, Near-Black to Bright, Rich Brunette
Brittany Prigmore(@hellabrittany on Instagram) from Blondies Salon (@blondies209) in Stockton, California inspires such loyalty that her client, Michele. travelled to her from Sacramento. We were impressed by the lovely transition she helped her client make--from dark, near-black to rich brunette-- and it is perfect to share during #BrunetteWeek.
by Anne Moratto
BREAKING NEWS: Giuliana and Bill Rancic to Host 2014 NAHA Awards
The Professional Beauty Association, producers of the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), is proud to announce that Giuliana Rancic will return as the host of the 2014 NAHA Awards Ceremony.
HOW-TO: Create an A-List Faux Bob
Jennifer Anniston, Reese Witherspoon, Jenny McCarthy and Chelsea Handler are just some of the A-listers with sexy new bobs. It’s a fresh look for spring/summer, but some clients just aren’t into the big chop.
Runway Roundup Fall/Winter 2014
Be ready to recognize the freshly minted hairstyles that came down the runway looking street-confident and refreshingly right at the Fall/Winter 2014 Fashion Weeks of the Big Four -- New York (NYFW), London (LFW), Milan (MFW) and Paris (PFW).
by Jenny Gordon
Platino Collection by Pasquale Caselle for IT&LY Hairfashion
The Platino collection was recently introduced by Pasquale Caselle for IT&LY Hairfashion. Get the HOW TO here.
TIP OF THE DAY: The Secret to High End Highlights
There are ordinary, pretty highlights and then there are platinum-level, A-list highlights-delicate, luminous, natural-looking highlights that evoke the impression of luxury, privilege and a client who is decidedly well-cared for.
TIP OF THE DAY: Coloring Textured Hair
Textured hair requires loads of TLC. Here are some tips for providing your textured clients with the best possible hair color results.
CHOCOLATE AND RED VELVET: Formula and How-To
Mirella Manelli Hullum, Salon Manager at Ulta Salon in Lake Forest, CA, shared her red velvet finish and formula with us, tagging us on Instagram so we couldn't miss her.
by Anne Moratto
HOW TO: George Papanikolas Discusses MODERN's April Cover Look
George Papanikolas, Matrix Celebrity stylist, offers an overview of his MODERN April cover look.
TIP OF THE DAY: Sherri Jessee's Hidden Pin Cushion for Updos
Sherri Jessee offers a TIP OF THE DAY on HOW TO create a hidden pin cushion.