Stylist Spotlight
Trending: The Mullet is On the Move
This 1980s hair cut trend has been re-emerging in a multitude of hybrid 'disconnected/connected' shapes. Check out this slideshow of must-have mullets, and get style tips from a mullet master.
by Anne Moratto
STYLIST SPOTLIGHT: Hair Cutter and Colorist Kazuma Kurata
Throughout the artist’s online portfolio and Instagram platform, @kazuma_genuine, it’s clear the Sassoon-trained artist places value on the customization of each finish based on his client’s individual features.
Work Efficiently, Look Cool with Salon Armor
The creator of the magnetic wrist band wanted to help hairstylists work smarter, make more money, and love their career as much as she loves hers.
by Anne Moratto
Visit An Out-Of-This-World Salon
In a galaxy far, far away, Colin Watkins opened Studio 2000 Hair Salon.
by Anne Moratto
10 Money-Making Tips to Make Instagram Your Side Hustle
Are beauty pros really making money on Instagram? Yes, yes and YES. Get the inside scoop and learn the top ten tips on what you have to do to make the platform work for you.
New Davines Hair Art Director Announced
"My approach is to provide the education and processes to help people innovate, not replicate."
by Anne Moratto
RUNWAY: Beauty Looks by Paul Mitchell at CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund
The beauty looks spanned the decades with a nod to the flappers of the Roaring Twenties to high-volume pompadours of the ‘50s to vibrant wigs and finger wave sets that stole the show.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Talks: Multi-Lingual Approach to Beauty Education Builds Business
Juan Carlos Pimentel (or JCarlos) is uniting hairdressers across the language divide.
by Anne Moratto
Pravana Announcement Party for "Show Us Your Artistry"
The annual competition expanded this year to include more categories, encompassing even more artistry and opportunity to be recognized.
by Anne Moratto
Fighting Her Way Back from a Devastating Accident, Her Love for Hair Drives Her
Even as she was falling, she was thinking about protecting her hands. A freak accident has paralyzed her body but not her spirit. Read her inspiring road back to the salon.
by Anne Moratto
How Cassie McIntosh Finds Time for Career and Family
Many stylists struggle with the juggle—finding the time they need to build their careers plus the time they need to nurture their families. As a Master Stylist at The Salon by InStyle in Las Vegas, Cassie McIntosh has earned the right to schedule her time to fit the needs of her clients and her family, and she’s grateful to the company that makes it possible.
Sponsored by The Salon by Instyle
What Are the Five "F" Words for a Successful Future?
This list comes from an Emmy-nominated hairdresser who hit a personal bottom and then rose to the top, following this "F" word formula.
by Anne Moratto
Paths to Success: Salon Pros Share Career Journeys
With many diverse paths to success at Ulta Beauty, you can explore and discover something new or find your niche and focus your skills. Here, three more chapters in a beautiful, never-ending story of opportunities.
Sponsored by Ulta
Salon Services Drive Career Success and Culture at Ulta Beauty
Career paths and growth opportunities abound in the professional salon community, both behind and beyond the chair. Chief Store Operations Officer Kecia Steelman, whose leadership has transformed service business and team culture at the Salon at Ulta Beauty, shares insights in this exclusive Q&A interview for Inside Look.
Sponsored by Ulta
Toasted Coconut: How One Instagram Post Changed an Artist's Life
In September of 2018, Kayluh Stewart shared a photo of her work that would change her life as a colorist. One year later, MODERN catches up with Stewart.
by Mary Kaleta
Good Will Cutting: The Story Behind Mark Bustos' 2019 NAHA Nominated Collection
Movement can be an act of changing physical location or a change of development. Stylist Mark Bustos manages to bridge the gap between both in his NAHA 2019 Men’s collection.
by Jamie Newman
Salon Career Path: Opening New Doors
There are thousands of powerful, personal salon success stories happening every day throughout the Salon at Ulta Beauty. Here’s an inspiring one—watch for more online and on social media, and inside special editions of insideLOOK!
Sponsored by Ulta