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It’s my kind of town… and my kind of show. America’s Beauty Show (ABS) in Chicago reflects the big-hearted city that is its host—bustling with energy, bursting with warmth and welcome and always something new around the corner. And here is a little of what I saw…
Modern Salon is throwing an Oscar Party and you’re invited. Join makeup artist David Maderich (@DavidMaderich) and beauty and style blogger Kristan Serafino (@SerafinoSays) on Twitter as they watch the show and live-tweet their thoughts on Hollywood’s hottest hair, most marvelous makeup and overall award-winning looks.
Last night’s event at Bellus Academy in Poway, CA impressed and inspired. The take-away: education is all important and when combined with inspiration, you can do everything and go everywhere. Diego Raviglione, Artistic Director at Bellus Academy and a Wella Top Stylist, now guides and develops advanced curriculum for students and staff at Bellus. He explains why he believes beauty schools set the stage for the future of the industry.
Two time honoree for Modern Salon’s Excellence in Education, Bellus Academy, and their partner in success, P&G Salon Professionals (PGSP), joined forces for an inspiring evening event at Bellus on Feb. 13.
Developed by beauty executive Mark Stiller, It Factor Quick Blowdry Shampoo and Conditioner contains a proprietary VaporBoost System said to reduce blow-drying time by 50 percent. As described, the VaporBoost System speeds up the natural process of evaporation by reducing the bond between water and the hair shaft. When heat is applied, the water releases from the hair more easily and turns to water vapor more quickly, reducing blow-drying time.
Madonna’s "mane man," Wella Professionals Celebrity Stylist Andy LeCompte, trekked his way to Indianapolis to create the super on-trend waved style seen on the pop queen as she entered the stage for a show-stoppoing Vogue performance.
The stars at the 2012 Golden Globe Awards were all dressed to the nines last night from head to toe in designer dresses, jewels and of course hair styles that were to die for! Read about two trends I witnessed last night at the awards.
The men’s collection created by Team XYZ turns standard looks completely around by offering re-invented styles where imagination and psyche prevail. At the same time these visions symbolically give a look of raw art.
Baby watch 2012 has begun! But while the Internet waits for Babyonce—Beyonce and Jay-Z’s first child—to enter the world, we’re taking notice of all of the expecting celebrities sporting long and luscious locks throughout their pregnancies.
When it comes to rock and roll, it’s all about the music and the hair – two essential components that Aerosmith’s front man and songwriter Steven Tyler embodies. Tyler, a fan of Great Lengths, signed on as the celebrity judge for the second annual Great Lengths USA Challenge. Read the story.
At last week’s CMA Awards, the biggest entertainers in country music pulled out the stops for the red carpet. We saw one mini hair trend we were loving: both “Entertainer of the Year” winner Taylor Swift and co-host Carrie Underwood wore pinned-back curls that were sweet yet sophisticated…and each star put her own twist on the look. Read on to find the steps to recreate both versions!
Hair by Miki Gossett of Salon 243 in Canton, TX
The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) has added a new category for 2012: The NAHA Newcomer Stylist of the Year award. To qualify to enter, the entrant must be a licensed cosmetologist with less than three years of professional experience. The new category seeks to recognize a rising talent in the professional hairstyling industry and is meant to bridge the gap between Student Hairstylist of the Year and Hairstylist of the Year. Learn the details!
Ever wonder what it would be like to do hair for film? MODERN talked to movie hairdresser Frank Barbosa, straight from the set of “Greetings From Tim Buckley.” The movie, due out in spring 2012, centers around the legendary 1991 New York City tribute concert to ’60s folk singer Tim Buckley, where his son Jeff Buckley (played by Penn Badgley of “Gossip Girl”) gives his career-defining debut performance, along with other music stars of the era.
Females 50 and over make up a large percentage of salon clientele, and research indicates they spend a lot of money getting professional hair services. It’s no wonder: These women may face many challenges dealing with their changing hair. Fortunately, there are suggestions you can offer to help them keep their tresses looking better than ever. Want even more inspiration? View our slideshow to see some of our favorite legendary Hollywood beauties, who are still turning heads today.
Beauty and Fashion Director Maggie Mulhern reports LIVE from Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2012. Check out all of the cool hair styles from Day 1!
The looks at Sunday night’s MTV Video Music Awards were truly headline-worthy. In particular, we noticed Beyoncé’s gorgeous glow as she revealed her pregnancy, witnessed Lady Gaga in drag try to smooch a more subdued Britney Spears, and observed Nicki Minaj walk the red carpet with a cartoon-crazy Dayglo updo. With viewers and the media still buzzing about the show, we got the rundown from Kelly Franiak, stylist/colorist for the past seven years at Salonblonde in Chicago, about her take on the event.
