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Color Sets the Tone for the 2020 Salons of the Year

Color can energize and color can soothe, it can set a playful tone or a serious one. This year's Salons of the Year master the use of color to envelop clients in their culture and bring them along on an experiential journey.

Reopen Product Roundup: PPE, Partitions, and More

This PPE resource list for salons and stylists includes masks, capes, dividers, gloves, partitions, air purifiers, cleansers, and MORE. Visit the brand sites by clicking through to the brand names in this article to see more options to create a safe and healthy working environment during COVID-19.

National Survey Reveals How Consumers Choose Their “Go-To” Small Businesses

The survey finds consumers are pickier when it comes to finding a hairdresser or barber than a doctor. Findings also indicate consumers are more likely to be loyal to a particular employee than the overall business.

Creating a Great Client Experience in a COVID-19 World

The client experience in a COVID-19 world will be very different. So will the stylist’s experience. How do we still create a warm, welcoming environment for everyone?

MC Salon Provides Hair Care and Support to Front-Line Responders Battling COVID-19

How one salon  in the heart of its Cuyahoga Falls community has continued supporting its guests, employees and the greater Cleveland area, including front-line caregivers working at area hospitals, throughout the COVID-19 crisis.

An Entrepreneur's Journey: New Podcast Features Founder of Malibu Wellness, Tom Porter

An innovator and educator, Tom Porter, founder of Malibu Wellness, has created his life, moving forward, so that he would be satisfied, looking back. A new podcast series explores his life, work, and personal vision.

Two Salons Leverage Technology to Keep Systems Running Smoothly

From surveying clients about new retail products to holding clients accountable for missed appointments, SpotOn helps salon owners run more efficient and productive operations.

Sponsored by SpotOn

Returning to Work in "The New Normal"

Suggestions for reopening include having a dress rehearsal to ensure you're prepared with all you need to provide a safe service experience for stylist and client, both.

2020 Salons of the Year: Andreas Hogue Salon

With a playful design surprise around every corner, Andreas Hogue Salon engages their selfie-focused clientele and capture the Grand-Prize of the 2020 Salon of the Year.

2020 Salons of the Year: Blos Roses

Walking through the doors of the blowdry bar/nail salon Blos Roses is like taking a colorful step back in time. This vibrant salon claims 2nd Runner Up in the 2020 Salons of the Year competition.

2020 Salons of the Year: Define Hair

A boutique-style retail experience, a retail island,a color processing bar and color processing table tells guests this salon is serious about hair.

2020 Salons of the Year: Jaxson Maximus

With a real Formula One racecar on the wall, a pool table, a bourbon bar and a tailor shop, this Miami-based barbershop is for the discerning gentleman.

2020 Salons of the Year: Jon Alan Salon

Pops of red, LED wall panels and retail displays and the unique white slat wall design make this salon stand out with vibrancy.

2020 Salons of the Year: Karen Joseph Salon

A two-sided fireplace provides a cozy atmosphere at the luxurious Karen Joseph Salon.

2020 Salons of the Year: Lindsay Griffin + Co.

While the pristine white furnishings and globe crystal chandeliers maintain a posh look at Lindsay Griffin + Co., a fun, colorful surprise awaits guests in the bathroom.

2020 Salons of the Year: LUV Salon

A living wall with 1,200 succulents, a hanging chair in reception and a three tier extensions wall are big design features at LUV Salon in Mesa, AZ.

2020 Salons of the Year: Mango Salon

Crisp white walls and slick gray floors are softened by gold accented ceilings at Mango Salon in Richmond, Virginia.