
In The Know
LA Makeup Trade Show a Sold-Out Success
The International Makeup Trade Show (IMATS) in Pasadena, CA welcomed makeup artists, makeup enthusiasts and media to three-days of education, makeup bargains, and an awards show for Beauty Vlogger of the Year on YouTube.
Stages Training: Communication Skills for Salon Professionals
Stages present a September workshop in CA that will help stylists and beauty professionals deliver a message that's remembered.
Millennium's The Experience: The 2012 Conference
An interview with John Harms, Founder and CEO of Millennium software, gives an overview of The Experience event, which industry icons will be educating, and why you should attend
Do You Have a Dream?
Guest Blogger C. Jeanine Fulton encourages everyone to dream big, form a plan and reach for the stars.

Salon Owners Face Audits
Dedicated to elevating the industry? Heads up salon owners - Stylists aren’t the only ones responsible for proper tip reporting.
Salons Embracing Bésame Cosmetics
Bésame Cosmetics has appeared in "Mad Men", in the Oscar-winning film, "The Artist" and is now on the shelves of salon and spas worldwide.
S.T.A.R. Competition Results at Bellus Academy
Bellus Academy encourages students to challenge themselves with the S.T.A.R. Competition.
Egyptian Summer at Habitude
Inez Gray, owner of Seattle-based Habitude, illustrates how she leveraged the city's in-coming King Tut exhibit to drive some new clients int her spa.
Why You Should Learn Extension Application
Learning the art of extensions can help you expand your creativity and artistry as a hair stylist. Extensions can be used as a quick add-on service to add chemical-free color, correct a bad hair cut, add volume or fullness, and much more. MODERN talked to Tony Odisho from Tony Odisho Extensions and asked him for his advice on why stylists should consider learning how to do extensions.
Artistic Presentations Planned for NAHA 2012 Awards Ceremony
This year, the NAHA Awards Ceremony will feature five artistic presentations from some of the industry’s most celebrated stylists. Combining fashion, music, make-up and first-rate artistic hair styles, the overall energy of the artistic presentations adds to the excitement of the NAHA Awards Ceremony.
CPNA's Spotlights Brands Announced for 2012
This year, Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) introduces “Spotlights,” an exclusive initiative within the Discover Beauty program. This new exhibit space will allow smaller companies that excel on creativity but seek economic solutions the opportunity to showcase their products at CPNA.
Learn the History of Hairdressing with Ryan Teal
The Professional Beauty Association's upcoming webinar, History of Hairdressing presented by Ryan Teal.
Jim and Cheryl Markham Named Entrepreneurs of the Year by BIW
Beauty Industry West honored Jim and Cheryl Markham with their Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
Dermalogica Founder Named Business Owner of the Year
Jane Wurwand, Founder and Owner of Dermalogica, as well as the philanthropic force behind the non-profit joinFITE, has recently been named “Business Owner/CEO of the Year” by The Los Angeles Business Journal (LABJ), as part of its annual “Women Making a Difference” awards program.
Hair Loss Control Clinic Partners With Toni&Guy Salons
Hair Loss Control Clinic, partnering with the Toni&Guy salon chain, is launching Laser Therapy Lounge for clients with hair loss and thinning hair in Canary Wharf, London.
Salon Week Announces a New Inaugural Event on October
Salon Week announces a new inaugural event on October 1–7, 2012. The event will return to Boston and will also expand to New York and New Jersey.
Energizing Summit Offers Colorists Education and Inspiration
American Board of Certified Haircolorists presents their haircolor educational conference in Los Angeles.




