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Fundamentals of Balayage and Business Development
Learn the fundamentals of balayage and easy-to-action tips to benefit your business from balayage expert Nancy Braun
by Staff
May 15, 2018
Nancy Braun, owner of Balayage by Nancy Braun Salon, a Beverly Hills hair salon, focuses on exceptional color and hair care.
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Balayage has been sweeping hairdressers and clients off their feet – transcending time and trends. The results have proven to be an in-demand look for clients across the nation and a great business opportunity for every colorist. Learn from Balayage Expert, Nancy Braun, the fundamentals of the Balayage method and easy to action tips to benefit your business.
Watch the webinar here!
What You'll Learn:
History of highlighting
Balayage business tips
Balayage can enhance your business
Fundamental Balayage techniques
Top products & tools
How to take your Balayage skill to the next level
Speaker: Nancy Braun, Owner, Balayage by Nancy Braun
Nancy Braun is the owner of Balayage by Nancy Braun Salon, a Beverly Hills hair salon, focused on exceptional color and hair care. Her Balayage technique has been honed to the level of an art form and her approach has made her one of the most sought after colorists in the industry. The combination of Nancy’s color expertise, Balayage artistry and outstanding teaching skills have made Braun an icon in her field. In addition, she has innovated and co-developed the Balayage Education standard for L’Oreal Professionnel, leading this beautiful industry forward.
Originally posted on Modern Salon
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