Stylist Spotlight
Become Educated About Sex Trafficking and Make Your Salon a Safe Harbor
The beauty industry comes in contact with a form of human trafficking known as sex trafficking and in Ohio, it has become so common that stylists are required to take a course on human trafficking in order to keep their license. Learn how you can help identify the signs and possibly save a life.
Oribe Celebrates 10 Years During its LA Atelier
As birthday parties go, this one was a smashing success. The traveling inspiration and education tour that Oribe mounts in cities in the US had its final 2018 stop in Santa Monica, CA on December 10.
by Anne Moratto
Two Hairstylists Win the 2018 Leo Passage NEXTGEN Fall 2018 Scholarship
Allison McElroy of Clive and Co. in Addison Texas and Ashley Peters of Jewel Hair Design in Alexandria, Virginia will each receive an immersive week of learning in Chicago, courtesy of Pivot Point International along with tickets to America’s Beauty Show and the Beauty Changes Lives Experience.
by Anne Moratto
Braid Slayer: 19 Times Amanda Kimball @amandajeank Won the Braid Game
Amanda Kimball is known for her incredible braiding skills--one quick look at her @amandajeank Instagram page and you'll see why she was named a MODERN SALON 100 honoree and part of MODERN'S Artist Connective.
The Secret to Perfect Special Occasion Updos? Tape-In Extensions
Updo gurus Saretta Bowerman and Heidi Marie Garrett Villa show that extensions make the perfect base for special occasion styles.
by Jamie Newman
15 Beauty Looks Celebrating Pantone's 2019 Color of the Year, Living Coral
In the midst of darker days and chilly temperatures, the timing couldn't have been better for Pantone to announce its 2019 Color of the Year, Living Coral. The warm, playful hue is perfect for all types of beauty looks. Prepare to be inspired!
by Jamie Newman
Salon Success Story: Improving Systems, Morale and Hiring with Coaching
In the midst of buying out her partner and becoming sole owner, this salon owner had seven employees walk out. She knew where she wanted to go with her business, but not how to get there, so she tapped into a coaching system,
by Anne Moratto
Goldwell Pure Pigments: Formulas, Finishes and a Photo Gallery
Next-level creative coloring? Yes, thanks to Goldwell’s @Pure Pigments. Four artists take the direct-dye additive on a test drive.
Achieve a Technicolor Dream with NO Lightener
Ricardo Santiago's client had three requests: LOTS of hair, a red/pink base, and no lightening. So, how did he make her technicolor dream come true?
by Jamie Newman
Offer Clients Creative Hair Color Options, in Minutes, with These Go-To Hues
In the hands of three color experts, Aloxxi InstaBoost Color Conditioning Masques are used to offer clients the thrill of creative color in an instant. Take a look!
by Anne Moratto
How-To: Relaxed, Textured Style
Andis Company's Creative Lead of Global Education, Whitney Vermeer, shares this lived-in natural texture style, perfect for the holiday season, often the busiest time of the year in and out of the studio.
SuperCuts of LA Hosts 20th Annual SuperSunday Awards Cosmetology Students, Honors and Educates Teachers
The 20th annual SUPERSUNDAY was hosted by Supercuts of Los Angeles on November 11, 2018 at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa in Newport Beach, CA. SUPERSUNDAY is a day and evening of multiple events, dedicated to bringing education to cosmetology instructors.
Blonding Expertise: Schwarzkopf Professional Welcomes Renowned Colorist, Jack Howard, as Global BLONDME Brand
To further empower colorists, Schwarzkopf Professional has added noted colorist, Jack Howard, to their team as the new Global BlondeMe Ambassador so he can share his passion for beautiful blonde hair.
by Anne Moratto
Wahl Professional Announces Winners of Barber Battle II
On Tuesday, October 16th, Kevin Nguyen (@yakuzabarber) got the surprise of his life when Wahl Education and Artistic Team (W.E.A.T.) member Rick Morin arrived at his barbershop to announce that he’d won the 2018 Wahl Online Barber Battle.
Candy Shaw Receives Intercoiffure’s President’s Award
“The Balay Lama,” Candy Shaw, founder of Sunlights Balayage products and education, received Intercoiffure America/Canada’s (‘ICA’) prestigious President’s Award at a black-tie ceremony at New York’s Hilton Hotel on October 28, 2018.
Danielle Sharp Joins Bellus Academy as Salon and Academy Director
Sharp brings a breadth of leadership experience managing curriculum for some of professional beauty’s most prestigious brands.
Brunette to Stunning Blonde 5-Hour Transformation
The keys behind this stunning transformation are 1) the colorist's expertise, 2) the client's hair condition and 3) the right products.
by Anne Moratto