HAIR: HAIRCUTS & STYLES
Hot Tools Instagram Giveaway
Hot Tools and Hot On Beauty are partnering for a fantabulous Instagram promotion. The entry steps are super easy; the rewards are fantastic. Three lucky winners each week will receive an Insta-Curl EZ Styler iron, which curls even the longest of cascading strands in seconds and leaves them looking their lustrous best. Click on the pic for details! And don't forget to check out our first six winners and their winning images!
Hot Tools Instagram Giveaway
Hot Tools and Hot On Beauty are partnering for a fantabulous Instagram promotion.
The entry steps are super easy; the rewards are fantastic.
Three lucky winners each week will receive an Insta-Curl EZ Styler iron, which curls even long strands in seconds and leaves them looking their lustrous best.
Check out our first six winners and their winning images!
Bedhead Pony
Ever wish you could just roll out of bed looking fabulous? Well, we're here to tell you it's possible! With just a few tweaks, your slept-in locks can transform into this show-stopping style.
'60s Siren
Brigitte Bardot was the epitome of French-girl chic. She made sexy look effortless and men around the world were putty in her hands. With a good comb and our tips, you can channel this ultimate it-girl's style!
Sleek Ponytail
Normally reserved for star athletes, the classic pony gets sleek, smooth and sexy with this look from Oribe educator, Kien Hoang. Get this high-wattage style in just a few easy steps!
Round Up: Perfect Ponies
The perfect ponytail can transform your worst hair day into something spectacular. We've rounded up a few of our favorite ponies along with some tips and tricks for putting a unique spin on this timeless classic.
Smooth Sailing: Enduring Blowouts for Fine Tresses
And on the eighth day, the blowout was created. And it was very, very good. A great blowout gives your hair body, volume and shine like nothing else. But how to make that perfect style last post-salon, when your tresses are as fine as gossamer and straight as an arrow? We have the answers from Maria Russo!
Find Your Stylist Soul Mate
Finding "the one" is tough. It takes a lot of time and effort, and there are no guarantees that things will work out. Additionally, there's so much tied into our appearance -- time, money, confidence -- meaning your "stylist soul mate" is not a relationship that should be taken lightly. We're taking the guesswork out of the equation to help you find your perfect match.
Belle Epoque
What happens when turn-of-the-century style meets head-turning 'dos? Paul Gehring's Belle Epoque collection provides the answer: a spectacle of stunning hair!
The Rose by Ann Bray
A rose is a rose is a rose....is an updo? You heard us right! Working for Aquage, Ann Bray set a standard for hairdressing that's truly blossomed into something beautiful. Click on the picture to view our gallery of hair roses created by artists from all over the globe.
Formal Updos
Whether your clients are seeking an upstyle for a wedding, prom or any other formal event, we've got you covered with this gallery of updo inspiration.
Woman in Red
Ruslan Tatyanin's collection, "Woman in Red," offers a sophisticated, yet seductive take on the classic updo.
All Messed Up
Who said "messy" was a bad thing? We're totally crazy about these mussed-up, undone 'dos that convey just a hint of bed head -- and a whole lot of sexy, deconstructed detail.
Mussed-Have Messy Updos
So you're not an updo kind of girl? Think again! There's an updo for every personality. And if you think a perfectly placed bun is a little too frou-frou, good news -- we have edgier, messier alternatives you'll adore.
The A-List: Long Bob
Where there's a trend, there's always a trendsetter. The long bob (or "lob," as it became widely known) was one of the biggest hair trends in recent years and doesn't show any signs of slowing down. The super-flattering cut soared to staggering popularity when supermodel Karlie Kloss debuted it back in December of 2012. Here are our favorite Karlie Kloss lob looks.
All Grown Out
2011 was the year of the pixie, when it came to hot celeb hairstyles. But while pixies may have been all the rage three years ago, things have changed. Let's see just how much, with a slideshow of then-and-now comparisons!
Pixies: Then and Now
2011 was the year of the pixie, when it came to hot celeb hairstyles. But while pixies may have been all the rage three years ago, things have changed. Let's see just how much, with a slideshow of then-and-now comparisons!
Nautical Knot for Labor Day Weekend
Natasha Sunshine, Artistic Ambassador for Pureology, created this sweet nautical knot, which is perfect for last-chance summer celebrations. Easy and eye-catching!
15 of Our Favorite Emmy Looks
Get ready for all of the glitz and glamour your screen can handle! In honor of the recent 66th annual Emmy Awards, we are reminiscing about great styles from years past. See our top three looks for the past five years, here!
Emmy Awards How-To: Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough looked stunning as she hit the red carpet at the 2014 Emmy Awards, with a look that celebrity stylist Riawna Capri called "deep and disheveled." Tres chic!
Curls, Solved!
Soft, natural-looking curls are universally flattering. The problem? They're also a bit tricky to achieve. Too much manipulation results in frizz; not enough will give you a "bird's nest" effect. Our friends at Aquage break this style down step by step to give you perfectly defined, frizz-free curls -- every time.
Curl Power: Teach Your Clients How to Define Their Curls
Soft, natural-looking curls are universally flattering. The problem? They're also a bit tricky to achieve. As we all know, Too much manipulation results in frizz; not enough will give your clients a "bird's nest" effect. Our friends at Aquage break this style down step by step, so that you can teach your clients how to achieve perfectly defined, frizz-free curls every time.
DIY: Bombshell Brunette Blowout
Ramp up your brunette beauty with this stunning how-to from Matrix!
DIY: Side Bun
Read on for an updo that's a little more low-key -- but still undoubtedly fabulous -- courtesy of Matrix.
DIY: Retro Waves
Channel old-Hollywood glamour with this style, using the below step-by-step brought to you by Matrix.
Meet Your Stylist Match
By now you've probably heard of StyleSeat, the revolutionary app that boosts business for salons and helps you find the perfect stylist for your needs. Here, we'll take you deeper into the search process so you can learn precisely how to make the most of StyleSeat!
Braid Parade
Still wrapped up in the braid craze? We don't blame you -- we are, too! We've pulled together a gallery of our favorite braided styles for your inspirational purposes. Feel free to bring these photos into the salon and dare your stylist to do her best rendition!
Braided Beauty
Clients still wrapped up in the braid craze? We can't say we blame them -- the look is so varied, it runs the gamut from casual-cool to ultra-glam! To help make the plait selection a little more palatable, we've pulled together a gallery of our favorite braided styles for your inspiration.
HOT Hairstyle of the Week!
There are so many stellar hairstyles for fall 2014, but some stand out heads above the rest. Each week, our editors use their impressive resources to find the best styles available and then confer-no one leaves the room until it's decided!-to choose the most amazing HOT Hairstyle of the Week. Posted Every Sunday!
Unlocking Haircut Lingo
Ever felt like your stylist speaks an entirely different language? That's because she does! Beauty pros have a lingo of their own, but it's easy enough for you to keep up. We've included some of the top haircutting jargon so you can get chatting!