Announcing the MODERN SALON 100 of 2025!
It's our 10th year of recognizing the most passionate and inspiring gamechangers in our industry! See who made this year's list.
Making Cosmetology School a First Choice
The decision to “choose beauty” has not always been supported—by parents, educators, or society. But there are positive signs that this is changing. We speak to a high school counselor, and hear from two cosmetology schools on recent trends that are encouraging.
by Anne Moratto
The MODERN SALON 100 of 2024
Putting together our MODERN SALON 100 list is a yearly labor of love. CONGRATS to this year's honorees!
Latinx Beauty Influencer, Patricia Nikole @paintedhair, on Hispanic Heritage Month
We have profiled and featured her work, often, on our platforms. As we close out Hispanic Heritage Month, Patricia Nikole talks about her pride in her culture and its artistry.
by Anne Moratto
Stylist Spotlight: POV with Morgan Thomas @jadebeautyco
Morgan Thomas's engaging and insightful content makes every stylist feel truly ‘seen’ and keeps us all asking when she’s going to be signed for her own Netflix Special.
What's in the Box? Brands Honor the MODERN SALON 100
Every year, the team at MODERN SALON identifies and recognizes 100 beauty industry professionals with our MODERN SALON100 list. Here's how some of the leading brands in the industry are also honoring and celebrating them!
Announcing the MODERN SALON 100 of 2023!
Help us celebrate these 100 gamechangers in the beauty industry as we induct them into the MODERN SALON 100 Class of 2023!
Meet the MODERN SALON 100 of 2022!
Introducing our Modern Salon 100 of 2022! Help us celebrate our latest list of beauty industry game changers who leverage social media to inspire the community.
Meet the MODERN SALON 100 of 2021
Every year, we are delighted to spotlight artists in our industry with this list of game changers. Here is the MS100 of 2021!
by Anne Moratto
The Raw Contouring Technique Tailors Hair Color to Each Head of Hair
Hair painting allows the colorist to “sign” their work with a signature hair color design. Learn how Sadie Jean Gray tailors each color finish to her client using her "Raw Contouring" color technique.
by Anne Moratto
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.
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.
Strawberries and Cream Balayage
Got a sweet tooth? This mannequin makes us long for some pastel perfection in our life.
by Anne Moratto
Boho Brides Are the Relaxed, Romantic Looks We Need Right Now
In a tense time, these artists are celebrating love with bridal styling that is soft, loose, but still locked-in with these new products from SexyHair.
2020 MODERN SALON 100
The 2020 MODERN SALON 100 guide of must-follow content creators, advice on post performance and engagement, plus how they are using their platform for good.
The Formula and Colorist Behind Jane Fonda’s Silver Makeover Seen at the Oscars
See the full step by step for Jane Fonda's white silver makeover debuted at the Academy Awards by gray master colorist Jack Martin.
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