Women on Having it All: Ann Ratner
Ann Ratner talks about raising a family as she was building the luxury brands Bubbles and Salon Cielo with the Ratner Companies, one of the largest salon chains within the United States.
Ann Ratner talks about raising a family as she was building the luxury brands Bubbles and Salon Cielo with the Ratner Companies, one of the largest salon chains within the United States.
The first week of October is Trichotillomania Awareness Week, and the non-profit HelpMe2Stop organization is encouraging salons nationwide to organize events to raise funds and make clients aware of this hair-pulling phenomenon.

What could be more luxurious than facials from head to toe? Enterprising estheticians have targeted them toward every nook and cranny. Soft, glowing skin is a priority for the face, but every body part can benefit from professional care. Beyond basic body treatments, body "facials" for almost every
Experts from the law firm Duane Morris LLP offer best practices for salon that use formaldehyde-containing products—helping them limit client and employee exposure and also limit the salon's liability.
When Tonya Reid and her salon manager Kim Stivers traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, last year for a four-day session of Strictly Business, they had big plans for T. Reid and Company in Charlotte, North Carolina.
At the The Millennium Experience 2012, Harm software’s largest conference in its history, over 700 beauty professionals gathered from all over the country to learn, network and share invaluable information.
Pollyseon, announces its partnership with Neill Corporation and its subsidiary, Inspira Sourcing, to distribute the full Pollyseon product line of patent-pending carrying cases for styling tools, products, and accessories.
Features: Infused with sea botanicals, argan oil and sweet almond oil. Thermal-V protects against heat damage. Benefits: Adds shine and silkiness without weight, speeds drying time, and clear formula doesn’t alter hair color ...
Stephen R. Covey, whose self-help management book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, launched a revolution, passes away at age 79.
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.
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.
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.
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 present a September workshop in CA that will help stylists and beauty professionals deliver a message that's remembered.
Guest Blogger C. Jeanine Fulton encourages everyone to dream big, form a plan and reach for the stars.

Dedicated to elevating the industry? Heads up salon owners - Stylists aren’t the only ones responsible for proper tip reporting.
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.