HAIR: TIPS & TRICKS
Add Some Color!
PRAVANA introduces a revamped ChromaSilk Hair Color Formulator & Cost Comparison Calculator to assist with color needs.
Agency Representation
Sean James, veteran editorial stylist, shares how to get an agent.
Ann Yee: Urban Inspired
Aveda Global Styling Director Allen Ruiz created an "urban street style for the New York debut of Ann Yee's collection.
Back to Normal
Do you know that H20 does not stop H202 from oxidizing?
Basic Techniques All Stylists Must Know... Do You?
by Naomi Mannino
All Stylists Must Know… Do You?
In a recent interview, Trevor Sorbie was quoted as saying, "I'm amazed at how many stylists don't even know the basics..." Don't you be one of them!
Beauty First
Women reveal their most important cosmetics
Birds of a Feather
Krystal Riddle puts a fresh spin on the feather extension craze.
Using rooster, guinea, pheasant and ostrich feathers, Fred Segal salon artist Krystal Riddle puts a fresh spin on the latest extension craze.
Braided Beauty
Learn how to create this half-up/half-down braid in four simple steps.
Bumpit Beauties
Learn from the masters! 2013 NAHA Hairstylist of the Year win, Allen Ruiz provides a simple step-by-step to achieve a glam look that is ideal for Fashion Week.
Bun Beauty
Learn how to create Kate Hudson's sexy yet casual "Glee" premiere look
Chalkboard Nail Art
Beauty buffs can tap into this artistic nail trend that is sure to up the fun factor!
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
Color Control
Malibu C's color prepare wellness treatment keeps color locked in.
Color Gurus--Open Up a New World of Color!
Recreate Danny Moon's "Colombre" technique
Create a Soft Seamless Ombré
There are good Ombrés and then there are truly great Ombrés.
Create Miss USA 2013's Winning Look
Top talent Albert Luis styles Erin Brady at Farouk Systems International Conference in Cancun
Crowning Achievements
Red carpet stylist David Babaii selects his top three, timeless styles of Oscars past.
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.
Do the Bob!
Sam Villa provides some tips on creating clean-cut bobs in a flash.
Double Fishtail Chignon
Learn to fashion this elegant double fishtail that is wrapped into a chignon
Facts About Boar Bristle Brushes
by Alan Sporn, head of Spornette International
Hog Wild... Not!
Smoothers. Dealing with a halo of frizz? No prob! Once the source of many beauty breakdowns, a choc-a-block of newer smoothing options allow you to exceed even the silkiest expectations of your swirly-haired clients.
Fallback Blonde
Embrace this cool pale blond hue for fall
Flower Power
Pravana offers limited edition Flower Power Duos to celebrate the recent debut of NEVO.
Food for Thought
Cater to your customers with these easy in-salon menu options created specifically for the after-work crowd.
Gala Hair Trends
Got gala guests? Check out these hot hair trends that are absolutely ideal for gala season.
Get hooked!
Learn how to create this fun fishtail braid that's ideal for summer and back to school!
GIVE AND YOU SHALL RECEIVE: THE 411 ON GIFTING YOUR CLIENTS AT THE HOLIDAYS
by Tracey Middlekauff
This holiday season, do you know how you´re going to show your clients just how much you appreciate them? If you have no idea — or if you´re just confused about gift-giving etiquette — read on. To help you make sense of it all, Hair´s How spoke with four uccessful salon owners about their gifting philosophies. While there´s no single correct approach, one thing is certain: When it comes to your business, it´s always better to give than to receive!
Glamorize the Ponytail
This twist on the ponytail easily takes an office look into evening.
Going Gray with Grace
Colorists can gracefully transition clients into to natural gray hue with this winning strategy
