A Word to the Water Wise
August is Clean Water Month, and it’s a topic that doesn’t get enough airtime considering how much salons rely on it for their service outcomes. Sustain Beauty Co. offers some top tips for being water-wise.
by Su Clark
Articles
How Liaison Strengthens a Salon Team
Since joining Janet St.Paul Studio for Hair and Beauty in February 2025, Grace Fowler has used her natural gift for connection to become a grounded bridge between stylists, clients, and leadership.
by Mya Shepard
Mirror Mirror's Innovative and Fresh Salon Design
With its luxurious flagship location in Austin, Texas, Mirror Mirror continues its brand exploration into the world of open spaces, high-end finishes, and sumptuous blush tones. This pretty-in-pink space captured the grand prize for our 2024 Salons of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
Is It Hot Enough for You?
Water is a vital part of almost every process in the human body. Our Wellness Blogger Mary Wilson shows you why staying hydrated is so important and offers helpful guidelines on how to do it.
by Mary Wilson, Wilson Collective
Bringing Affordable Wellness to Gen Z Consumers
Located in downtown Denver, Sway Wellness Spa integrates the latest technology into services, offers accessible memberships, and brings a community setting to younger generations who yearn for a wellness experience that is not like their mothers'.
by Stacey Soble
The Mutual Support that Keeps Pinup Studio Growing
A strong bond can be the key to a successful leadership team. Owner Christina Kirkey of Pinup Studios in Raleigh, North Carolina, shares how she and her manager, Alli Macdonald, foster open communication and support each other's strengths to help the business continue to succeed.
by Mya Shepard
Recruiting Red Flags
With limited time and resources, salon owners must identify red flags early in the recruitment process to avoid costly mistakes and protect their culture. As an owner, Kati Whitledge has made costly mistakes. And, she shares recruitment red flags so you don't repeat them.
by Kati Whitledge, Mya
A Curated Grooming Experience for Gentlemen
Inside the spa within the PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Darius Davie and Matthew Sears build a two-chair, upscale barbershop that caters to discerning golfers and resort guests.
by Stacey Soble
What is Stopping You from Talking about Sustainability?
While research proves that an overwhelming majority of clients would be impressed to learn about a salon's environmental efforts, stylists still hesitate to talk them up. Sustain Beauty Co's Valorie Tate offers five simple steps to get the sustainability conversation flowing.
by Su Clark
Saying Yes to Creating a Culture Shift
Franchisee Tammy Eickhoff wanted to build a culture of kindness, professionalism and fairness within her Fantastic Sams' locations. Her manager Michelle Butler got on board and they did just that--now they constantly are making the list of the Top 100 Fantastic Sams.
by Staff
Recruiting Green Lights: How to Spot Your Next Best Hire
Whether you're expanding now or preparing for future growth, you need a strategic plan for recruiting talent. Kati Whitledge offers a list of green lights that help you spot which candidates are right for your team.
by Kati Whitledge
Getting to the Root of Hair Loss in Women
Hair restoration physicians stress importance of medical evaluation and early intervention during National Hair Loss Awareness Month
by Staff
10 Ways to Create a Memorable Salon Experience and Foster Client Retention
In the salon and spa world, creating a standout client experience isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s what turns first-time visitors into loyal, long-term clients. It’s about the entire journey clients take with you from the moment they book to how they feel walking out the door.
by Teresa Zanardelli
Hairmax Empowers Clients Through Healthy Hair Growth Technology
MODERN SALON talks with Hairmax’s Francesca Dubsky about the brand’s pioneering laser hair growth devices, their mission to boost confidence through healthy hair, and how stylists can use the Hairmax affiliate program to help clients experiencing hair loss.
by Anne Moratto
Leading by Example with Heart and Humility
Once too intimidated to approach the salon's table at a career fair, Juan Mercado-Martini has grown into a six-figure stylist who manages Salon Blond's schedules, grows its client retention through exceptional service and oversees the business' social media presence to grow the brand.
by Stacey Soble
Building a Brigade of Barbers
With a wall of historical memorabilia and an archive of clipper display, Wahl Barber Academy pays tribute to its clipper company namesake while creating a modern educational setting for the next generation of barbers.
by Stacey Soble
Spa Day, Safe Day: Stop Fungal Infections in Their Tracks
As a spa or salon professional, your clients expect more than just beauty—they expect safety, hygiene, and peace of mind. Fungal infections like Athlete’s Foot and Nail Fungus are more common than you think, especially in environments where tools and footbaths are reused without proper sanitation. This blog covers how to stop these issues before they start, using proven infection prevention strategies for salons and spas.
by Staff