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In partnership with Malibu Wellness

Shampoo, Rinse, Repeat: Salon Clients Face a Water Cycle Crisis of Mineral Buildup on Hair

Neutralizing the damaging effects of water benefits the hair from texture to shine to color longevity, and it’s the science behind Malibu C products.

In partnership with Wella

Meet Wella's New BlondorPlex 9 with Built-In Metal Purifier

by Staff

Meet the next generation of lightening with cleaner lift, less breakage, and built-in Metal Purifier Technology.

In partnership with Farouk Systems

Long-Lasting Color Vibrance

by Staff

Innovative technology from CHI defines the season with more options for clients to achieve their best color and style and for colorists to celebrate artistry.

In partnership with Oribe

Golden Threads: Oribe’s Gilded Gift Sets

by Staff

Each year, Oribe turns its holiday gift sets into works of art and 2025’s “Golden Threads” collaboration with Finnish artist Kustaa Saksi is no exception. Inspired by mythology and master craftsmanship, the limited-edition collection blends luxury with meaning, transforming salon retail into an elevated client experience. See how Flaunt Hair Salon brings the collection to life with immersive displays, team engagement, and record-breaking holiday sales.

In partnership with Malibu Wellness

Malibu C® Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation

by Staff

From a cracked walnut to a global wellness movement, Malibu C® has spent 40 years transforming hair care through the power of vitamin C. Discover how a single sachet of Crystal Gel sparked a revolution in salon detox treatments—removing hard water minerals, revealing vibrant color, and giving hair a second chance. As Malibu C® celebrates four decades of innovation, their legacy proves one thing: you're not aging—you're just oxidizing.

In partnership with Farouk Systems

How to Become a Hair Color “Swiftie”

by Staff

Your color services can be accomplished more swiftly than ever—think 10-minute processing—with the new CHI Color Express non-ammonia permanent hair color.

In partnership with Keratin Complex

These Express Services Can Double a Service Ticket

by Staff

KCEXPRESS treatments are helping owners and stylists grow profits and giving clients the manageable hair they crave.

Once you pour your creative energy into a haircolor design, how do you ensure it stays fresh and...

In partnership with Dyson

Understanding Tool Technology Can Stop Color Fade

by Staff

Are your tools taking a toll on your client's color?

This balayage beauty gets her highlights done once a year and they stay cool and clear for 12...

In partnership with L'Oréal Professionnel

How-To: A Once-A-Year Cool Blonde Balayage

by Staff

This balayage client gets her highlights done once a year and they stay cool and clear for 12 months - Find out how!

Two models with cherry red hair, one with long hair, one with shorter, curly hair.

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PRAVANA Expands HydraGloss Line with Two Red-Violet Shades Inspired by the “Cherry Cola” Trend

by Staff

As rich red-violet tones continue trending, the brand introduces two new demi shades designed for depth, shine, and dimensional color.

Stylist Spotlight

Something Special: Amelia Fugitt's Stunning Transformations

by Staff

In an industry with so many options and opportunities, we asked artists what made them niche down and select a specialty. Amelia Fugitt (@ameliahairmakeup) says choosing to focus on transformations has transformed her career.

A hairdresser standing behind her client, a brunette model wearing a scoop necked black tshirt.

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The Rise of “Naturals”: How Foundational Shades Are Driving Salon Growth

by Anne Moratto

From gray blending to glossing services, stylists are redefining low-maintenance hair color and building more consistent, profitable salon business.

In partnership with Moroccanoil

Dazzle With Shiny Haircolor

by Staff

Craft with confidence, challenge your creativity, work from inspiration. Prepare your chair for every canvas with Moroccanoil's expanded color lines and advanced technology.

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Step-by-Step: How to Create the Modern Ombre

by Staff

Create a look of quiet luxury with this modern take on ombré, featuring beautiful dimension and depth with strategic pops of blonde around the face and ends. The initial effect is bright and beautiful, with purposefully placed depth creating longevity as the hair grows out.

A model with bright red hair, and a white blouse.

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From Consultation to Correction: Managing Expectations and Getting Color Right

by Anne Moratto

A master colorist on why great hair color is never “simple.”

Blacklight Blonde Science pairs high-performance skincare actives and nutrient-rich superfood ingredients, creating a modern system designed to hydrate, strengthen, and support the hair fiber. -...

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Oligo Professionnel Redefines At-Home Blonde Hair Care with New Blacklight Blonde Science Product Line

by Staff

Oligo Professionnel, the Montreal-based hair color powerhouse, expands beyond the salon with a new routine-driven system designed specifically for blondes and those with highlighted hair.

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Magical Creatures: Why These Stylists Love Creating Fantasy Hair Color

by Anne Moratto

These stylists practice hairdresser magic, transforming clients into unicorns, mermaids, rainbows and living works of art.

When asked about her haircolor, Alysa has given a shout out to her colorist. - This image was AI-generated using ChatGPT. Refer to our Terms of Use.

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Alysa Liu’s ‘Halo Hair’ Takes Gold on the Ice by Kelsey Miller Using Schwarzkopf Professional

by Staff

Ahead of the Winter Olympics, Alysa partnered with St. Louis–based color specialist Kelsey Miller to elevate her DIY bleach work into clean, high-contrast halo placements.

PRAVANA Vivids in new shades Juicy (left) and Crush (right) - Photo courtesy of PRAVANA (Colorist: Andy James – @andyjamespaints / Lead Hairstylist: Natalie Rosales – @natalierosales / Crush...

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Pink Is for Everyone: PRAVANA Launches Sugarcoated VIVIDS Shades

by Staff

PRAVANA Sugarcoated expands the ChromaSilk VIVIDS line with two new pink shades, Juicy and Crush.

Six-image collage showing diverse blonde styles: braided glam, beach surfer blonde, 1920s flapper bob, Old Hollywood waves, retro pin-up, and pop-star performer onstage.

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The American Blonde: The Look That Traveled the World

by Victoria Thomas

Blonde hair is as All-American as baseball, apple pie, and Stars and Stripes forever. And as America approaches her 250th birthday next year, we celebrate the birth of the Global Blonde.

A model with long red hair, arms akimbo.

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Follow the Formula: Garnet Flame and Cherry Red

by Anne Moratto

Two reds that get raves, these looks were designed using Alfaparf Milano. Get all the steps, processing, and expert tips to add these recipes to your rotation.

hair by PRAVANA Global Artistic Team member George Blanco @georgeeblancoo - photo courtesy of George Blanco

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Colorists Create Pristine Platinums Based on Pantone's Cloud Dancer

by Nicole Johnson

Many colorists and blonde specialists have been enthusiastic about Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year, creating some of the purest platinum looks in celebration of the pick. Check out some of our favorite Cloud Dancer creations and collections.

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Get the Look: Iridescent Golden Blonde for Emma Roberts

by Staff

To kick off the year fresh, actress Emma Roberts has undergone a major 7-hour color transformation going from Copper Red back to her iconic Iridescent Golden Blonde. The transformation was created by Wella Professional Global Ambassador Nikki Lee.

The Fairy Cut: Inspiration from Abroad Creates a Magical Result

by Anne Moratto

“We are some of the luckiest creatives on the planet. As hairdressers, we get to shape more than hair—we shape identity. We create for our clients, inspire fellow artists, and are continuously inspired by each other. That exchange of artistry is at the heart of this story and at the heart of this haircut."

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