In The Know
Demandforce Introduces Two-Way Texting
A new feature on Demandforce allows salons to text back and forth to their clients from with the dashboard.
by Stacey Soble
Club Intrigue and Arizona Salon Professionals Partner to Create Educational Event
At a cool, poolside event in Scottsdale, Arizona, stylists educated stylists at the latest Club Intrigue event which was developed in partnership with Arizona Salon Professionals. Celebrity stylist Nick Arrojo and local stylists Kendall Ong and Amy Freudenberg moderated.
by Stacey Soble
The Salon by InStyle Names Michelle O'Connor and Dilek Onur-Taylor Creative Directors
NAHA award-winning artists Michelle O'Connor and Dilek Onur-Taylor have been named the new creative directors of The Salon by InStyle at JCPenney.
by Lauren Quick
Modern Exclusive: An Interview with Vanessa Ghorayeb, CEO of Cindarella Paris, on What's Trending in Salon Furniture and Design
Vanessa Ghorayeb, CEO of Cindarella Paris, continues the family tradition started by her grandmother of manufacturing quality salon furniture while building lasting relationships with clients and conquering new markets.
by Anne Moratto
Experience the Softer Side of Styling with Style Sexy Hair's "Not So Hard Up Gel"
Style Sexy Hair Not So Hard Up Gel, is the softer but still ultra-shiny version of the best-selling Style Sexy Hair Hard Up Gel. The new medium hold gel provides all day hold while still offering versatility and flexibility for restyling.
Sponsored by Sexy Hair
Style Sexy Hair Sulfate-Free Daily Detox Shampoo
Style Sexy Hair Sulfate-Free Daily Detox Shampoo, Sexy Hair’s first ever clarifying shampoo, is infused with activated charcoal to instantly remove impurities and cleanse hair in a soft, yet effective way.
Sponsored by Sexy Hair
SALON TODAY RECOMMENDS: 5 Tips for Leveraging Opportunities in the Coming Year
As 2016 draws to a close, it is time for salon owners to begin considering the strategies they want to implement in the coming year to grow and improve as a business. SALON TODAY found a wealth of effective leadership plans in the articles on avedameansbusiness.com. Here we compiled five tips for ensuring that your salon is leveraging its strengths and taking advantage of all opportunities.
Sponsored by Aveda Means Business
Luxury Brand Partners Announces Sale of Becca Cosmetics to The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Luxury Brand Partners (LBP), a leading innovator in beauty, announced the sale of Becca Cosmetics to The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. LBP has been the majority owner of BECCA Cosmetics since 2012.
by Anne Moratto
Luxury Brand Partners Announces Sale of Becca Cosmetics to The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Luxury Brand Partners (LBP), a leading innovator in beauty, announced the sale of Becca Cosmetics to The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. LBP has been the majority owner of BECCA Cosmetics since 2012.
by Anne Moratto
Zenoti Salon and Spa Software Announces New Mobile Point-of-Sale and Custom Reporting Enhancements
Zenoti recently announced a $15 million Series B funding round slated partially to drive product innovation, and they are doing just that with the announcement of two software enhancements, including mobile point-of-sale and custom reporting.
Day 1 & 2 From HAIR+ Summit
Earlier this week, MODERN SALON MEDIA hosted the first HAIR+ Summit in Atlanta, offering stylists and salon owners the opportunity to dive deep into the causes of thinning hair and hair loss, while exploring the many solutions available for their clients who suffer from hair loss issues. Find out what happened each day at the event and learn who was there by browsing through our pictures.
RedBloom Salon Named a Finalist in Alberta's Best Workplaces Competition
RedBloom, a salon company based in Calgary, Alberta in Canada, has been selected as a finalist for the 2016 Alberta’s Best Workplace in the following categories: Young People and Best Overall with Under 100 Employees.
by Stacey Soble
New HeadBed Product Fits on Salon Sinks to Provide Comfort and is Designed to Prevent Stroke
A new product called HeadBed addresses "beauty parlor stroke syndrome," a risk clients can face when their necks are overextended on the shampoo bowl.
Coty Announces GHD Acquisition Agreement: The Tool Line to Join OPI, Wella in Growing Pro Beauty Portfolio
On Oct. 17, Coty announced it has reached an agreement to acquire GHD (www.ghdhair.com), a premium brand in high-end hairstyling appliances from Lion Capital LLP.
First Time at Fashion Week: The Evo Study Tour Team Describes the Backstage Experience
For the past five years, Evo has hosted the Study Tour, a program in which they offer stylists from around the world the opportunity to come to NYC during Fashion Week and learn about the business and bustle of doing editorial hair. Of course, they also have the amazing opportunity to work backstage at a fashion show.
Professional Beauty Association 2016 Executive Summit Nov. 30-Dec. 1 in Scottsdale
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is hosting its 2016 Executive Summit from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Designed exclusively for upper-level management, it will focus on industry trends, leadership development and application of best practices.
by Anne Moratto
L’Oréal Professionnel Hair Touch Up
L’Oréal Professionnel Hair Touch Up offers an easy, user-friendly solution to cover gray hair and boost fading color in-between salon visits.