Wellness
Single Mom Hairdressers Offer Advice for Keeping it Together
"I have a sneaky suspicion your attitude to keep going while juggling a career and a home might be the most valuable lesson. By showing your kids that life challenges will happen and can be faced, you provide lifelong encouragement to overcome their own." Hear from some inspiring single mom hairdressers.
When a Haircut Saved a Life
When his favorite stylist noticed something, this client had reason to thank her for more than a good cut.
by Anne Moratto
Tips for Treating Frozen Shoulder and Fibromyalgia
Frozen shoulder is the result of scarring, thickening, and shrinkage of the joint capsule, or an injury.
by Anne Moratto
The Hair Loss Cycle and Tips for Preventing Hair Loss
Vegamour's Dan Hodgdon takes you through the stages of hair loss then offers helpful tips for preventing thinning hair and hair loss.
Four Licensed Estheticians Win Horst M. Rechelbacher Oncology Skincare Advanced Scholarships
Each winner receives a $2,000 scholarship for the Oncology Spa Solution Skincare program.
How 2 Pros Found a Certified Organic Product Solution
While organic products have been available for hair and skin for years, recent technology has helped develop green products that also perform at a high level and smell great. Two beauty pros discuss how Intelligent Nutrients is helping them serve all their clients needs while sustaining the planet.
Chicago Says No More: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Training for Cosmetologists
In many communities, salons are at the center of connection, communication and coming together after disaster and heartbreak. Salon professionals also hear stories from their clients--who open up and share in the chair--that alert the stylists to situations of violence and abuse. But then what?
by Anne Moratto
The Amazing Career and Lifestyle Workshop
My career and struggles do not qualify me to write, speak or teach you—my solutions do.
The Devil in the Break Room: Avoiding the Temptation of Gossip, Overeating and Negativity
The long-term consequences of the devil in the break room are just not worth it.
Service Spotlight: CBD Skincare and Nail Services Go National
The Red Door Salon & Spa has launched brand-new CBD-enhanced services for both body and nails, with facials launching this summer, utilizing products from Color Up Therapeutics.
by Jamie Newman
Bellus Academy Spreads the Love on National Hairstylist Appreciation Day
Staff and students surprised local salons with a show of appreciation.
by Anne Moratto
Life-Changing Haircuts: @themensgroomer Takes His Passion for Service and Style to the Streets
“I’m using what God gave me and what I learned early on in recovery to make great shapes and styles and to change someone’s life. That’s the power of a haircut.”
by Anne Moratto
How to Avoid Stylist Burnout
Beauty pros have the BEST jobs--making people feel amazing and beautiful all day long? Sign us up. But what about the price bargaining, the impossible expectations, the never-ending DMs, the blurry lines dividing being clocked in and being clocked out? Stylist burnout is a real thing. Here's how to avoid it...
Romance in the Salon: Do or Don't?
We asked a stylist who, after 45 years in the industry, has seen it all and has some very wise counsel on the topic.
by Anne Moratto
If You Had to Do it All Over Again: Advice from a Retiring Hairdresser on How to Build a Fulfilling Career
You may be surprised to hear some of the things he feels he got right...and some that he wishes he had done differently.
by Anne Moratto
CBD Boom: Salon Q&A About Cannabidiol
In this Q&A with Dr. Andrew Kerklaan, learn about the benefits of CBD for both beauty professionals and clients.
Everything You Need to Know About CBD
CBD is the trendiest ingredient right now in beauty. Here’s how it can benefit your retail and service offerings.
by Jamie Newman