Inspirational Author Stephen R. Covey Passes Away
Stephen R. Covey, whose self-help management book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, launched a revolution, passes away at age 79.
by Stacey Soble
Brave's Fiery Red Curls Spark New Curl Trend
Brave’s Scottish princess Merida is rousing up quite a bit of talk lately with her fiery red locks—from how Pixar research engineers created the 3D strands to its popularity with the younger generation.
12 New Cutting Techniques
KMS California has just introduced the IQ Cutting Method, which consists of 12 cutting techniques that offer a strong foundation for stylists at every level.
Hairdressed.com, Portal for Beauty Success
Offering a powerful suite of online tools for beauty professionals, Hairdressed.com is a new website that is helping stylists/colorists and spa technicians promote themselves online and manage their clients and appointments more efficiently.
Farouk and CHI Sponsor Makeovers and Travel to Pageants
Recently, Farouk Systems, presenting sponsors of 2012 Miss USA and Miss Universe, challenged women to submit their best “Bad Hair Day” photo along with an essay describing how winning a makeover from CHI would benefit and help to “makeover” their lives.
by Anne Moratto
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.
by Anne Moratto
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.
by Anne Moratto
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.
by C. Jeanine
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.
by Anne Moratto
S.T.A.R. Competition Results at Bellus Academy
Bellus Academy encourages students to challenge themselves with the S.T.A.R. Competition.
by Anne Moratto
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.