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NovaLash’s Business in a Box

Lash application is one of the most coveted salon services, grossing $44 million last year alone, according to Neilson data. What this means is if you’re a licensed esthetician or cosmetologist who isn’t “lashing out” yet, you’re missing out. The good news is that NovaLash has made it easy to create your very own lash empire with their new Business in a Box. This kit includes everything you need to lash up to 350 clients, ensuring you can quickly grow your lash business, either as an addition to your current salon or as a totally lucrative lash venture all on its own.

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Beauty Changes Lives with Diego Raviglione

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.

Bellus Academy and P&G Salon Professionals: Changing Lives

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.

Aloxxi Color System Launches in LA With Press Event

Aloxxi, an all-inclusive color program, debuted its unique Color Personality Consultation technique to Los Angeles press at celebrity hot-spot, Román Salon in West Hollywood on January 31. 2012.

HOW-TO: Taylor and Carrie’s Curly CMA Looks

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!

HOW-TO: Formal Hair: Up and Down

When it comes to styling hair for formal events—whether it’s a wedding, prom or gala—you can go either Up or Down. At this year’s Emmy Awards show, Padma Lakshmi showed off a chic undone updo, while Gwyneth Paltrow wore her hair down, going sleek and straight. While both celeb styles took top honors in our book, we want to know: Which formal hair look do you typically prefer, Up or Down?

Behind the Scenes: A Movie Star’s Rockin’ Transformation

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.

Legendary Hollywood Beauties … and Tips For Mature Clients

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.

The Most Buzzworthy Looks from the MTV Video Music Awards

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.

Straight and Sleek Styles at the Teen Choice Awards

Last Sunday’s Teen Choice Awards celebrated the newest generation of Hollywood entertainers as chosen by fans. The nominees and attendees brought fresh energy to the red carpet, but most kept it classic with hair and makeup. We noticed more than a few straight and sleek styles with a center or slightly off-center part. The simple style looked cool for late summer and kept the focus on stars’ glowing skin, dramatic eyes or bold lips.