Tips & Tricks

Prom Braids

Celebrity stylist and Miami Beach salon owner, Danny Jelaca unveils several chic braids that are ideal for Prom 2013

Gala Hair Trends

Got gala guests? Check out these hot hair trends that are absolutely ideal for gala season.

TIGI European Creative Director Nick Irwin creates his rendition of Tiny Tim gone geisha.

"Everyone who knows Chris realizes that his clients must have a sense of humor in order to get what he does every season," smiles Nick Irwin.

Crowning Achievements

Red carpet stylist David Babaii selects his top three, timeless styles of Oscars past.

Hidden Treasures

It's time to shine with NovaLash's diamond giveaway!

Change of Seasons

This lovely pastel blonde was transformed from delicately warm to cool with a gentle, silver and violet formula. Jennifer Andrews, Creative Consultant for Organic Salon Systems

Malibu C`s Color Prepare Natural Wellness Treatment

Color Control

Malibu C's color prepare wellness treatment keeps color locked in.

Hydra Help

"Parks and Recreation" stylist shares the secret ingredient used to achieve hot hair.

Create a Soft Seamless Ombré

There are good Ombrés and then there are truly great Ombrés.

How to Cut an Edgy Bob

Master stylist Sam Villa puts a mod twist on the traditional bob.

Holiday Bash - ON YOUR MARK!

The holiday revenue race has begun. Don't be left behind!

Indie Rock

Life on the edge brings punk appeal and rebellious beauty to the forefront

Flower Power

Pravana offers limited edition Flower Power Duos to celebrate the recent debut of NEVO.

Models get primped while backstage at the Cushnie et Ochs Spring/Summer 2013 show

Modern Luxury

Sexy, tailored looks debuted at the Cushnie et Ochs Spring/Summer 2013 runway show

Moms head to the runways during Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show

Mom Style

Matrix readies moms for the runways and sponsors "Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show" during New York's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Bun Beauty

Learn how to create Kate Hudson's sexy yet casual "Glee" premiere look

Patrick McIvor, Matrix Artistic Director, HOT Advisor and online business development educator.

We're the Experts

Patrick McIvor wants you to become a beauty blogger.

Back to Normal

Do you know that H20 does not stop H202 from oxidizing?

Cultural Advantages

Having a strong, positive culture gives people a reason to do good for themselves and your salon.

Just like some salon owners give pie-in-the-sky descriptions of their culture, many potential staff members can talk the same nonsense with a smiling and sincere expression.