Stylist Spotlight
The Sweetest Little "She Shed" Salon
Welcome to Holly’s Hair Salon where “I literally giggle to myself some mornings and think how blessed I am that this is my work life now. It’s an amazing feeling.”
by Anne Moratto
Color Formula: Rich Dimensional Copper
Coming in hot! A dimension specialist shares the breakdown for this warm coppery goodness.
Tips for Making Luxury Look Effortless
Salon Owner Nicole Strachan examined all her systems and thought about ways to integrate luxury into her client experience. Here, she shares her top tips.
Hope Notes: Hairstylists Share Their 2020 Survival Stories
What do a bridal stylist, a salon owner and a traveling educator have in common? They’re all beauty pros who persevered in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, MODERN SALON Artist Connective members share what success looks in the face of adversity.
Balayage Expert Amy McManus Joins Wella Professionals as Brand Ambassador
As a long time Wella user and salon pro with over 30 years of experience, she knows a thing or two about hair color and elevating your skill set.
4 Hairstylists on How to Take Gorgeous Client Photos
Instagram is the most important channel for stylists and their clients. High-quality photos that show off your work will fill your appointment book.
Trending Color: Lemon Drop Hair for Spring
If you’re eager for spring color trends, let us introduce you to cheery lemon drop hair.
Tips for Blonding Textured Hair, According to a Color Expert
You’ve told your client’s before: “Trust the process!” For Atlanta color specialist Kelly Brandon, who takes her textured hair clients to all levels of blonde, this mantra is everything.
How to Make Your Vivids Glow Even Brighter
Baltimore colorist Emily Boulin shares her secret to making her vivids stand out: using this new color technology alongside natural shades.
Stylists Share What Got Them Through 2020
In March, everything felt uncertain and insecure as salons closed and communities went into quarantine. Nine months later, so much has happened and so much has changed. Through all the COVID craziness, here are some of the things that kept these stylists sane and centered.
by Anne Moratto
She Started Crafting Hair Accessories as a Side Hustle and Business Is Blooming
During COVID, stylists found many ways to stay afloat when they couldn't see clients. Haley Garber combined her love for design and her crafty capabilities to open an Etsy store to sell her handmade hair accessories.
Meet the Glam Squad Behind the Historical Beauty Looks in 'Selena: The Series'
Beloved Tejano musician Selena Quintanilla left behind a beauty legacy. Learn how the glam team supporting Netflix’s Selena: The Series created archival hair and makeup looks that paid tribute the icon.
How This Stylist Went From Furloughed to Salon Owner
“I had to choose between believing in myself or waiting to return to a salon I wasn’t 100% happy working in. I chose myself!”
Pivoting in a Pandemic: What I Learned While Taking My Salon Mobile
When the pandemic hit, I converted my business to a mobile salon. After a year navigating personal and professional hurdles, staying adaptable has been my magic sauce for success.
Supercuts LA Winners of the 2020 Student Styling Photo Online Competition
In a challenging time, these stylists pulled out all the stops to create these party-ready looks.
Sally Beauty Reveals Inaugural SallyCrew Ambassadors
Over and above being beauty influencers, they are a diverse group of expert educators and skilled DIY beauty enthusiasts.
Emma Roberts and Her "Holidate" Hair by Nikki Lee
The actress Emma Roberts relies on her long-time stylist to keep her looking rom-com ready.