2017 MODERN SALON 100: Rachael Urrico @rachael_devacurl
We follow texture expert Rachael Urrico (@rachael_devacurl) because her posts that feature naturally curly hair with pintura highlighting techniques are so, so gorgeous. See more about why she made the MODERN SALON 100 list.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Gina Devine @gina.devine
Seamless color melts, beautiful open-air hair painting and less-is-more techniques make New Jersey colorist Gina Devine's Instagram page @gina.devine one to check out.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Annette Waligora @annette_updo_artist
Chicagoan Annette Waligora (@annette_updo_artist) has long been a favorite of MODERN SALON editors for her trend-forward, thoughtful upstyles and braids. As part of MODERN SALON's Artist Collective, you've probably seen her at the MODERN offices doing live tutorials and giving styling tips and tricks.
by Lauren Quick
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Shelby Weatherholtz @shelbyweatherholtzhair
Obsessed with balayage and braiding? Yeah, we are too. That's why MODERN follows Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, stylist Shelby Weatherholtz (@shelbyweatherholtzhair)—beautiful bridal styles with incredible color effects.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Stephanie Geib @hairbystephscissorhands
Boston-based Stephanie Geib (@hairbystephscissorhands) is known for her picture-perfect vibrant color effects and braiding techniques.
2017 MODERN SALON 100: Sarajane Maples Buttner @blushandmane
North-Florida-based Sarajane Maples Buttner (@blushandmane) is known for her romantic, effortless-looking updos and beautiful makeup skills.
by Lauren Quick
TEAM SPIRIT: The R+Co Education Team
Inspired by their collective of industry greats, R+Co is committed to bringing best-in-class education to hairdressers around the world.
by Anne Moratto
Solo Artist Spotlight: Tammy Feltner
We spotlight Regional Education Director for TIGI, Tammy Feltner, who also is a chair renter at Michael Isaiah’s Salon St. Louis, Missouri.
Education Empowers: Investing in Advanced Education as a Solo Artist
Advanced education is an investment in yourself and your business.
Hairdressers At Heart: Confessions of a Show-stopping Mentor
Competition season means a lot of sleepless nights, empty coffee cups and moments squinting at a few strands to make sure they’re perfect. Take it from two-time North American Trend Vision Awards (NATVA) gold winner Shirley Gordon: it’s all worth it.
Oribe Educator Spotlight: James Pecis
James Pecis, Global Ambassador to Oribe Hair Care is one of today’s emerging voices in the world of editorial and runway hair. Find
Oribe Educator Spotlight: Nicci Welsh
Nicci Welsh started climbing up the tough beauty ladder 20 years ago as a hairdresser. With many accolades under her belt, she's also a well-known Oribe educator. Learn more about Welsh and what's she's doing with this brand.
Oribe Educator Spotlight: Adam Livermore
In 10 short years, Adam Livermore has become a driving force in the hairdressing industry. Today, he has traveled the world as an educator with Oribe Haircare, and worked side by side with Oribe himself behind the scenes at fashion shows in Paris, Milan, and New York.
Oribe Educator Spotlight: Kien Hoang
His story is one of many adoptive citizens. A child born in Vietnam arrives in San Francisco and must learn a new language, new customs and find his way in a new world. Today, Kien Hoang is a lead educator for Oribe—and will be spreading Oribe education to stylists internationally.
A Beautiful Career: Nick Stenson's Journey in Beauty
As the chief artistic director for Ulta Beauty and artistic director for Matrix, Nick Stenson serves as instructor to some of the world’s best stylists at national venues.
The Fighter: How a Barber Almost Lost His Career
An industry veteran of 10 years and a barbershop owner for three, Richard Silvestro’s career almost came to a screeching halt—but he didn’t let it.
by Jamie Newman
Personal Style: Julius "Caesar" Arriola, Wahl Educator
If you’ve been to a trade show in the past year, chances are you’ve seen Julius “Caesar” Arriola on the Wahl or Layrite stages. The charismatic barber and member of the Wahl Education and Artistic Team (WEAT) specializes in precision fading, clipper over comb, point cutting and heavy textures—all executed in mixing classic barbering methods with progressive new ideologies.
by Lauren Quick