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Great Expectations
by Jeryl E. Spear
Angus Mitchell, owner of Angus Mitchell Salon in Beverly Hills, and co-owner of John Paul Mitchell Systems, gives HOT the scoop on his salon and his life.
Green Crusader
One of the most successful dot-commers in the history of e-commerce, Scott Mitchell is now using his considerable business acumen to practice genuine pro-beauty ethics and green-up the salon industry.
Hippie Chic
A hippie-inspired look captivated the crowds at the Alberta Ferretti show in Manhattan
Indie-pendence Day!
Professional beauty enters a sassier age with INDIE HAIR, a hip new styling line that grants bold appeal.
It Takes a Village
Peter Som's fall/winter presentation reimagines Greenwich Village street fashions as über-polished pieces.
Joining Forces
Proving that you don't have to live in New York City or Los Angeles to have a high-profile career, Detra Smith is realizing her big-city dreams while living in the small town of Moulton, Alabama (population 3,500).
Kao USA Salon Announces New President & General Manager
Trevor Attenborough named President & General Manager of Kao USA, Salon
La Grande Dame
Ann Bray has won more championships and garnered more honors than you have fingers and toes, but it's her present career that she relishes most.
Learn to Create Looks Worn by Cobie Smulders and Amber Heard
Celebrity stylist Davy Newkirk used Joico product to style the chic looks donned in recent photo shoots
Loyal vs. Satisfied Clients
To avoid taking two steps forward and one step back in your business, build a loyal clientele. - RICHARD OUELLETTE, FOUNDER AND CEO OF HAI PROFESSIONAL STYLING TOOLS
Made-to-Order
Kris Sorbie turns artistic ability into profitability.
Touting the benefits of bespoke - made-to-order designs - Kris Sorbie, Redken Global Artistic Director of Color and President of Kris Sorbie LLC, talks about building and retaining your clientele via a customized approach to color services.
Magical Makeovers
Anyone can transform into a glamour girl with a magical makeover by a topnotch stylist
Malibu C
Professional beauty company Malibu C becomes a breakout brand...at last.
If your client has realized her dream of living off the grid only to find that her once gorgeous blonde, red or even brunette hair color has developed a flat, rust-colored hue, well water could be to blame.
Mane Course
Simplicity Hair Extensions by TressAllure teams with Vivienne Mackinder to create certification and advanced training workshops.
Mane Obsessions
by Jeryl E. Spear, HOT Editor-in-Chief
Beneath Matrix Artistic Director Chrystofer Benson's calm veneer and genuine love of people, lies an untold wealth of channeled energy and ambitions that have been permanently engaged in overdrive.
Maturing Mavens
Add texture and more silvery strands to mature manes.
Millennium Salon Software Sponsors Female NASCAR Drivers In Support of Their Dreams
Twin hairstylists and racecar drivers Angela and Amber Cope, recently made history when they became the first twins ever to race in a NASCAR Nationwide series. Now, with MILLENNIUM by Harms Software sponsoring their next race, their dreams of competing in the Daytona 500 are closer to reality.
Modern Pony
Redken Creative Consultant Guido refashions the ponytail for today's modern woman
NAHA's Shining Stars
PBA announces the 2014 North American Hairstyling Award (NAHA) Winners
New Ombre Technique: Color Belting
Ian Michael Black takes the ombre to a new level with this simple 1o-minute technique
New Wave
Ruth Roche, Artistic Ambassador for Pureology Serious Colour Care offers a how to on creating the look.
Nigeria Bound
Multicultural hair care brand Design Essentials expands into Nigerian marketplace
Peak of Perfection
DS Laboratories' elite team of scientists unlocks the secrets of maintaining and recapturing the zenith of hair's health and beauty.
Pravana Show Us Your Vivids Contest: Winner Announced
Skye Bryand of Absolut Hair nabs first place for her unique and vibrant color combination
PRAVANA's VIVIDS Winners Unveiled
PRAVANA announces the winners behind these fab color creations
Priced for Success
Growing from a small salon to her current 15,000-square-foot salon and day spa, Micki Stirsman is dedicated to her craft and her bottom line.
Replenishing Returns
Lightweight Macadamia Natural Oil Healing Oil Treatment delivers dramatically more manageable and shiny tresses and up to 50% reduced drying time.
Revenge Star Ashley Madekwe Provides Style Assistance
Drab to Fab transforms college cutie into a super chic career woman
Royal Beauty Wedding
by Regina Molaro
TONI&GUY's Creative Director Zak Mascolo weds his leading lady Caroline De Sousa.
One heart. One love. One life. HOT provides an intimate glimpse of beauty leader Zak Mascolo, as he weds Caroline De Sousa in a fairytale ceremony held on July 17.
Spice it Up!
Easily prepared in a salon setting, popcorn is an ideal treat for satisfying clients' hunger.