Salon Life

Online Booking Comes of Age

Software experts give HOT readers the real scoop on online booking services.

"Many clients are no longer willing to always make appointments according to your salon's schedule. It's just not the way of the world these days."
John Harms

Rock Around the Clock

Good information about 24/7, online booking services.

Coming Attractions

by Mylien Collins, Marketing Manager, Shortcuts Salon & Spa Software

Want to appeal to more consumers that are new to your area? Online bookings could tip the scales in your favor.

A.I.I. Men's Grooming Gets Ahead at the Bet Awards

One Track Minds

by Jeryl E. Spear

Owners Gayle Fulbright and Letty Skinner turned their money pit into a money-making salon eight years ago by creating a true culture; you can too!

Although many "experts" tout the importance of having a salon culture and all the benefits that come with it - staff happiness and retention to name just two - very few can tell you exactly how to define, implement and - most importantly - maintain it in a real-life salon situation. Recently, HOT Editor-in-Chief Jeryl E. Spear met one expert who's not only talking the talk, but also walking the walk - Gayle Fulbright, co-owner of Headlines for Hair in Encinitas, California, and Eufora Global Business Educator. Here's what Fulbright has to say:

Swiping for Charity

Peter Mark Salon is using an easier and more effective way to support its favorite charity: Greenwise Bankcard, LLC.

Primping Her Pride

Terri Taricco, VP of Marketing for Helen of Troy is a wisp of a gal with the heart of a lioness.

Pravana Announces Promotions of Bethany Kirschner and Karla Ramirez

Bringing Beauty to Life

On the Runway

Costa Rica Bound

Fabulous Faatemah!

Superstylist Faatemah-who has officially dropped her last name for professional purposes-is bubbling over with new ideas and big plans.

Making Headlines

Ten PR Tips to Get You Noticed

Larry H. Oskin, President of Marketing Solutions, Inc., a full-service marketing, advertising, graphic design, and PR agency specializing in the professional beauty industry.

Quantum Leaps

by Jeryl E. Spear

Vivienne Mackinder chats with HOT about her top five careerchanging epiphanies.

Best in Shows

Premiere Orlando continues to bring industry professionals topnotch education.

In June 2011, Premiere Orlando brought beauty to life and drew more than 50,300 attendees at the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center. With representation from 50 states and more than 14 countries, the event was a multinational success. Beauty professionals gathered to learn the top methods, tips, tricks and secrets of true industry artists and masters of their craft.

Desert Bloom

Check out these new color offerings for inspiration and enhanced results.

Envision a shimmering expanse of Sonoran Desert dotted with desert lilacs and you're on the right track when imagining the creative possibilities of two new Matrix SOCOLOR shades.

Gregg Emery New President of Farouk Systems

Class Acts

Juan Juan salons have much more than tony zip codes in their favor.

Premier Orlando Show Showcased The Doves and Hairdreams

Legendary Stylists Set the Main Stage For Glamorous Hair with "Hollywood Icons"

Hit the Road!

Hurry! Submissions must by in by June 30!

Redken's Road to NAHA Contest wants you to showcase your work for NAHA 2012. How so? Between now and June 30, submit images of your signature work for a chance to be one of two lucky winners who will be mentored and supported for their 2012 NAHA submissions.

Queen of Pop

Spunky hair artiste, Janine Jarman, is making waves for Sebastian, her salon and pro-beauty artists at-large.

Arial Ostad, Board Certified Dermatologist

FDA Unveils New Rules About Sunscreen Claims
Dr. Ostad explains these important changes

After 33 years of consideration, the Food and Drug Administration took steps on Tuesday to sort out the confusing world of sunscreens, with new rules that specify which lotions provide the best protection against the sun and ending claims that they are truly waterproof. The F.D.A. said sunscreens must protect equally against two kinds of the sun's radiation, UVB and UVA, to earn the coveted designation of offering "broad spectrum" protection. UVB rays cause burning; UVA rays cause wrinkling; and both cause cancer.

Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Styler... FREE!

Sometimes when something seems too good to be true, it really is true!

Paul Mitchell is offering a fabulous free deal on one of its newest styling products. Simply access the following link, sign up and receive an Awapuhi Wild Ginger HydroMist Blow-Out Spray: PaulMitchell.com/free. No strings attached! Quantities are limited, so respond today!

The low-down: Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger recently introduced two new styling products: HydroMist Blow-Out Spray and HydroCream Whip. The Spray offers volume, super-shiny strands, and flexible, long-lasting hold. The Whip delivers silky, amplified strands. Both products smell absolutely divine!

Quantum Leaps

by Jeryl E. Spear

Vivienne Mackinder chats with HOT about her top five career-changing epiphanies.

Rising Star

Chicago has a new rising star in its midst: Adrian Dime.

Heavenly Bamboo

Get your green on with these eco-friendly styling tools!

Stand Up and Rectify!

Sea-worthy Styles!

SURFACE

Calling all Beautynistas!

Who says that you have to look like a lab technician when smoothing and coloring hair? Not our featured companies!

Shauky Gulamani Launches New Major Hair Care Company Called Inglam, Inc.

Prominent Hair Care Mogul & Beauty Industry Leader Forms New Professional Hair Care Manufacturer InGlam, Inc.

Rising Star

Rising Star: Elizabeth Ankenman is on the path to hairdressing glory.

Elizabeth Ankenman performed like a seasoned stylist for this photo shoot, with just 1450 beauty school hours to her credit.

Gorgeous in Green

Thanks to breakthrough technology and undying dedication by green beauty makers, a breathtaking array of high-performance, earth-friendly brands are now available to reduce your carbon foot-print and increase your competitive edge when it comesto eco-spirited clients.