NEWS AND EVENTS
Setting Up Shop: Discover The New, Easy Way To Build, Grow And Maximize Your Salon’s E-Commerce Sales
Retail and take-home sales have always been an integral part of the salon industry. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has triggered several.. Read More →
Find Out Where Salons Are Shut Down or Reopening in Canada
Updated: May 13, 2021 As COVID-19 cases continue across Canada, some provinces are taking matters into their own hands by enforcing stricter rules and more.. Read More →
How to Determine the Best Hair Colour for your Client
When it comes to changing hair colour, we all know social media can factor into a client’s decision. From seeing their favourite celebrity to a.. Read More →
The Results Are In: Announcing the Winners of Salon’s 2021 Reader’s Choice Awards!
After receiving a record-breaking number of votes this year, we’ve tallied up the numbers and it’s time to see which professional hair and beauty products.. Read More →
Collections
Trends – Hair Collection by Marc Antoni
May 14, 2021
Coil – Hair Collection by Anna Pacitto, Salon Pure MTL
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May 12, 2021
Vanguard – MODE Hair artistic team, Chipping Campden
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April 28, 2021
Spark – Hair Collection by Guylaine Martel
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April 21, 2021
Blondie – Hair Collection by Justin Rizzuto
April 14, 2021
Business Articles
Setting Up Shop: Discover The New, Easy Way To Build, Grow And Maximize Your Salon’s E-Commerce Sales
Retail and take-home sales have always been an integral part of the salon industry. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has triggered several.. Read More →
Where to Find Free Education Online During the COVID-19 Lockdown
As we’re officially in the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, some provinces and regions are facing salon shutdowns and lockdowns for the second time.. Read More →
All-Inclusive Experience – A Look Inside Frenchie’s Hair
As long-time friends from business school, Brittany Newby and Caitlin Whitson decided to open their salon, Frenchie’s Hair, after noticing a lack of service experience.. Read More →
It’s A New Era In Education – Find Out How Virtual Learning is Changing the Game
There’s no denying the amount of free education that has been made available during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the salon shutdown, artists and educators have.. Read More →
Tunnel Vision: A Look Inside Olab par Rodrigo
Owning a salon is a goal for many in the industry. So when it came time for Rodrigo Araneda to build his dream space—Olab par.. Read More →
The New Face of Retail – Game-Changing Tips From Salon Owners on How to Keep Up With E-Commerce and Affiliate Marketing
In the age of social media and e-commerce, salons have an opportunity to market themselves like never before. In addition to being a one-stop shop.. Read More →
Hair Trends
How to Determine the Best Hair Colour for your Client
When it comes to changing hair colour, we all know social media can factor into a client’s decision. From seeing their favourite celebrity.. Read More →
Expert Tips for Tackling Pandemic-Related Colour Corrections
From at-home haircut mishaps to hair colour gone wrong, we’ve all seen the numerous DIY blunders throughout the pandemic. As clients return to.. Read More →
Discover Why Now is the Perfect Time to Help Male Clients Experiment with Hair Colour
While many women are known to colour their hair, there continues to be some hesitancy when it comes to men. Pointing your male.. Read More →
Enter Our “So You Think You Can Style?” Editorial Hair Contest Sponsored by Moroccanoil
Our first “So You Think You Can Style?” contest of 2021 is finally here! For our latest contest, sponsored by Moroccanoil, we want.. Read More →
Get to Know Contessa 2021 Freestyle Hairstylist Finalist Tracy Newton
Whether it’s reading through magazines, listening to house music or scrolling online, Vancouver-based hairstylist Tracy Newton draws inspiration and creativity from many things.. Read More →
Discover Why this Earthy Colour Trend is the Perfect Transitional Shade for Your Clients this Season
Whether your brunettes are looking to lighten up this spring, or blondes are seeking a seasonal change, mushroom blonde is a perfect hybrid.. Read More →
Nail Trends
Get the Look: Angelica Ross’ Glamorous Manicure for the Pose Premiere
Glitz and glamour galore! If you're looking for mani inspo that will stop everyone in their tracks, look no further!... read more →
May 7, 2021
Get the Look: Kerry Washington’s Mermaid Manicure for the SAG Awards
On Sunday April 4th, award season carried on with the 27th annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards. While many of... read more →
April 6, 2021
How To Maximize Your Nail Services To Build (And Protect) Your Business
As many nail salons have now reopened—for the second time—since the start of the pandemic, it’s time to start thinking... read more →
March 29, 2021
Get the Look: Dua Lipa and Lizzo Sport OPI Manicures at the 63rd Grammy Awards
Celebrities were dressed to the nines yesterday for the 63rd annual Grammy Awards! Fan favourites Dua Lipa and Lizzo shined... read more →
March 15, 2021
Actress Kerry Washington Reunites with OPI as Their Brand Ambassador
OPI is re-welcoming award-winning actress, producer, director and activist Kerry Washington as their new brand ambassador. The announcement is just... read more →
February 22, 2021
Nail Your Holiday Looks with Tips and Tricks from Candy Nail Bar Owner, Tamara Di Lullo
This holiday season is going to be a unique one for most of us. But social distancing doesn’t mean we... read more →
December 3, 2020
Products
Moroccanoil Treatment / Traitement Moroccanoil
Moroccanoil Treatment is the award-winning, revolutionary hair product that created the buzz on arga...
CND™ SHELLAC™ Brand Gel Polish / Le vernis gel SHELLAC™ par CND™
14+ days of high-performance wear and flawless crystal shine in over 100 colour choices. 5 minute re...
Wellaplex
Discover our exclusive technology with the Opti pH System that helps reconstruct inner hair bonds fo...
Cleanreset
Deeply Cleansing Shampoo. For All Hair Types – With Lemongrass....
Goldwell Topchic / Topchic de Goldwell
Topchic is the most intelligent color system available guaranteeing intense colors full of brillianc...
Contessas
Tips for Photographing Your Contessa Collection with a Smartphone
As this year marks the 33rd annual Contessa Awards—The Canadian Hairstylist of the Year Awards—we’ve made entering easier than ever! We know this past year.. Read More →
Q&A with 2021 Contessa Winner Silas Tsang, Canadian Hairstylist of the Year
We caught up with Silas Tsang of Blushes in Ottawa, the winner of Canadian Hairstylist of the Year award at the 32nd Contessa Awards. Congratulations!.. Read More →
Contessa 2021: Q&A with Darren Ambrose on “A New Beginning” D&J Ambrose/Wella Professionals Presentation
How did you and your team decide on the theme of the presentation. What inspired you? Jackie (my wife) and I organize a creative meeting.. Read More →
Q&A with 2021 Contessa Winner Norm Wright, Multicultural Hairstylist of the Year
We spoke with Norm Wright from Toronto, who took home the Multicultural Hairstylist of the Year award at the 32nd annual Contessa Awards... Read More →
