Stylist Spotlight
Get To Know: Joanne Sorbello
Learn more about celebrity nail artist, editorial artist, NYFW regular and salon owner Joanne Sorbello.
This Artistic Director's Advice for Stylists Just Starting Out
And more with Cassie Siskovic, the National Artistic Director of AlfaParf Milano, including her first tattoo and guilty pleasure!
by Anne Moratto
12 Things to Know About the Eco Chic Style of @jayne_edosalon
Jayne Matthews walks the walk, designing her own life to meet her hair esthetic.
by Anne Moratto
Social Media Superstar @Arod23pr Shares Tips For Success
Reportedly the most followed barber on social media, @arod23pr has found his niche by combining art with entertainment. Here he shares his tips on building a successful career - great tips for everyone in any beauty community.
Here's the Best Way to Care for Your Clippers
Plus a suggestion for saving something you'll find in most new clipper boxes...and most people just throw it away. Not this pro, though...
by Anne Moratto
Make Space in the New Year for Your Dream Clients
This advice comes from a blonding specialist we have followed for years. After having to rebuild her clientele several times, she has learned the best ways to create a career and clientele that feels right for her.
by Anne Moratto
MAKEOVER: From Blonde To Pink (Consultation Is Key)
This guest initially came in wanting a consultation as she was interested in pastel hair, but unsure of exactly what she wanted. After a deep conversation, both client and colorist agreed on a gorgeous pink.
7 MUSTS To Nailing the Braid Game
According to a top braid artist Caidy Brasure (an actual member of The Knot Hall Of Fame!) there are seven things you must do to create the perfect braid. Here she shares the steps and the products and tools needed to nail a fabulous finish.
Nail Artist Insider: 5 Tips to Working With Celebrities
Julie Kandalec is the real deal in the nail world. She has done just about everything as a celebrity manicurist including fashion week, editorial and advertising campaigns and red carpet. Here she gives her top tips on working with celebrities as well as some of her favorite (and not so favorite) moments in her 20 year journey.
Creatives Collide: Artist Session Influencer Series
Top talent unites in New York City for inspiration, education and an editorial photoshoot at MODERN SALON's Artist Session Influencer Series.
5 Tips To Clipper Cutting Perfection
Josh DeMarco, a cutting expert, shares his top five tips to clipper cutting perfection.
How to Make the Most of Trading Services for Social Media Recognition
If you're going to offer free services to an influencer, here's what to consider asking of them. Great advice from a stylist who is, himself, a must-follow.
by Anne Moratto
Modern Salon Top Articles of 2019
2019 was full of new trends and reimagining the classics, and our top articles of the year prove it! From curtain bangs to the mullet (yes, that’s a thing in 2019), the trends and techniques this year were big! Missed some? Now’s your chance to catch up.
She Wanted to Make Women Look Beautiful But She Had to Leave Her Country to Do It
This expat knows she made the right move. “Helping my clients look and feel good makes me happy as my work empowers women.”
by Anne Moratto
Feeling Defeated After Salon Setbacks, She Staged a Beautiful Comeback
“I knew I couldn’t fail more than I already had, so I really had nothing left to lose.” Find out how this talented stylist reinvented herself and her career.
by Anne Moratto
#IBELONG In Beauty: This Pro Chose The Salon by InStyle for the Love of Family
When Kathy Oliver was working on her master’s degree, she decided to write her thesis on the JCPenney organization. “I learned this is a multi-billion-dollar business,” she laughs, “and I wondered what part of that pie could be for me?"
Sponsored by The Salon by Instyle
TRANSFORMATION: Blushing Beauty with Redken Formula
This was the winning look in the Redken Flair Photo Contest for Best Transformation.
by Anne Moratto