Stylist Spotlight
Build on Your Success - Don't Start 2017 From Scratch
Don't let fear hold you back in 2017. See how one stylist fought her fears and is starting 2017 free of the fear that held her back for so long.
NEW Confessions of a Hairstylist App
Confessions of a Hairstylist Founder Jenny Strebe has launched an educational app for Android and Apple devices.
by Lauren Quick
Personal Style: Oribe Platform Artist Coby Alcantar
Oribe Educator and Platform Artist Coby Alcantar is always a joy to watch onstage. Sometimes goofy, other times sage, but always an excellent educator who is clearly passionate about what she does. It’s really refreshing.
Choose Beauty: Fashion Week Powerhouse James Pecis
At just 36 years old, James Pecis has become a highly sought-after editorial stylist, educator and brand ambassador, packing in 30 shows per fashion week season and countless classes around the country.
by Lauren Quick
Kenra Platinum's HiDef Winner and Her Bridal How-To
Braided, bling-y, bridal, beautiful: Kenra asked stylists to upload their best, most beautiful finishes created with Kenra’s HiDef Hairspray on social media, using the hashtag #KeepItUndone... and we finally have a winner! Congratulations to Hannah Holsomback.
Jae Lace Stylist Wear Created By and For Hairdressers
Jae Lace LLC Wear is the apparel and accessory line created by sisters Cassandra and Lacey DeRosa designed to be worn by stylish stylists.
by Anne Moratto
2016's Best Hair & Nails on Instagram
2016 was YOUR year! MODERN's more than 730,000 Instagram followers continue to impress with stunning before-and-after imagery, truly artistic color and chic nail art. Take a look back at some of the most striking images you tagged with #modernsalon this year.
by Lauren Quick
Healthy Hairdresser Hero: Paul Suttles
Paul Suttles, senior director, education implementation, at Pivot Point International in Chicago serves as a role model for health in body/spirit/business. Suttles offers his approach to health in his 15 years in the industry.
Ship Shape: How One Stylist Works On Land and At Sea
Whitney Benevedo is a California-based stylist, who spends several months at a time working onboard a hospital ship off the coast of Africa as its Crew Hair Stylist.
by Jamie Newman
A Look at the Salon Station of the "Platinum King," Kristoff Ball
The “Platinum King,” Kristoff Ball, earned his title from creating iconic cool blonde shades on notable beauties including Gwen Stefani, Paris Hilton and Pink.
by Anne Moratto
Flying With The Eagles
In Patrick McIvor's November blog, he explains why you don't always have to "be the best" to succeed.
Healthy Hairdresser Hero: Larisa Love
Larisa Love is an ambassador for Healthy Hairdresser sponsor CosmoProf, and is November's Healthy Hairdresser Hero. Get to know more about her.
Pink Hair Portfolio from Matrix's Danielle Keasling
Danielle Keasling created a range of pink hues on her models and gave them retro styles—a la Marilyn Monroe’s heyday—with contemporary vibes.
by Lauren Quick
A Spotlight on the Lead Ambassadors and Educators of Color Wow
Color Wow's range of breakthrough technologies are created to keep color looking “wow” between salon appointments.The brand's educators and ambassadors come from a variety of hair backgrounds, ranging from celebrity stylists to well-known colorists.
The Salon by InStyle Names Michelle O'Connor and Dilek Onur-Taylor Creative Directors
NAHA award-winning artists Michelle O'Connor and Dilek Onur-Taylor have been named the new creative directors of The Salon by InStyle at JCPenney.
by Lauren Quick
Choose Beauty: Donald Scott, Inventor of the Carving Comb
Donald Scott built a brand on a single innovative tool—his Carving Comb. He has since made his name synonymous with razor-cutting tools and techniques.
by Lauren Quick
Competition Seminar at Wella Studio LA Sets the Groundwork for Success
Always been intrigued by the idea of entering a styling competition but don't know where or how to start? A two-day class at Wella Studio LA will prepare particpants to enter Sebastian’s What’s Next Awards (WNA), taking them through all they need to know to develop an entry.
by Anne Moratto