NEWS AND EVENTS
Getting Inspired at Modern Rocks the Runway 2018
Hundreds of beauty professionals gathered at the Grey Eagle Event Centre in Calgary on October 14-15, 2018 for the biggest Modern Rocks the Runway show.. Read More →
A Weekend of Hair Inspiration and Education at Venus VIP 2018
Hairstylists and salon owners from across Ontario came together in Niagara Falls, Ont. for Venus VIP 2018. This two-day event kicked off with a night.. Read More →
Q&A With Contessa Finalist, Eloise Chiew
For Eloise Chiew, the path to hairdressing wasn’t so clear-cut. With interests in art and working with her hands, she explored a culinary career in.. Read More →
Inside Wella Studio T.O.’s Grand Opening Celebration!
After months of being #underconstruction, the highly anticipated Wella Professionals studio in Toronto’s Liberty Village is now open! We attended the grand opening celebration on October.. Read More →
Collections
Classic Textures – Hair Collection by Lucie Doughty
Hair: Lucie Doughty, Straight Pin Studio LA, Venice, Calif. Makeup: John Stapleton... read more →
October 23, 2018
Prism – Hair Collection by Hooker & Young
Hair: Jonathan Turner Makeup: Kirstie Bailie... read more →
October 18, 2018
NAHA 2018 Finalist Collection – Charlie Price
Hair: Charlie Price, Beauty Underground, Denver, CO. Photos: John Rawson
October 16, 2018
NAHA 2018 Winning Hair Collection by Ali Haller
Hair: Ali Haller, Aveda Institute Denver, Highlands Ranch, Co. Makeup: Anne Skubis... read more →
October 11, 2018
Softly Structured – Hair Collection by Damien Rinaldo
Hair: Damien Rinaldo, Boris the Cuttery,... read more →
October 9, 2018
Braids and Belles – Hair Collection by Danielle Keasling
Hair: Danielle Keasling, Salon Karma, Bluffton, S.C. Makeup:... read more →
October 4, 2018
Business Articles
A Peek Inside Studio SoLara
Here’s what it takes to launch a salon to interior success. As a hairstylist for the past 15 years, Lara Leckie had worked in a.. Read More →
The Importance of Educating Your Clients
Why it’s crucial to empower your guests with product knowledge and technical information. If keeping up-to-date on the latest hairstyling and colouring techniques is important.. Read More →
Going Solo? Things to Consider for Freelance Education
More than ever before, hairstylists are exploring the benefits of going solo as educators in their own right. It stands to reason that a good.. Read More →
Boosting Business through Client Relationships
You can hop off the fence: The merits of complimentary services are clear. Wondering if it’s really worth it offering clients small perks to make.. Read More →
Advice for Taking Your Career By Storm
Here’s how award-winning hairstylist Jay Mahmood trusts his instincts— even when other people think differently. Jay Mahmood hasn’t worked behind the chair for more than.. Read More →
A Look Inside Montreal Salon, Espace C
A former Contessa winner and her business partner expand on a winning formula at Espace C, a Montreal salon. After seven years in business, Ann-Marie.. Read More →
Hair Trends
Hair Loss Solutions: Having the Conversation With Your Clients
Are clients complaining about their hair, or lack thereof? Help them understand why their hair’s appearance is changing—and the solutions to improve the.. Read More →
A ‘Superfood’ for Your Hair
Saco hair products, founded by Aldo Furfaro and Richard Ashforth, have a mission for the beauty industry: to inspire and innovate with their.. Read More →
Stepping Up Your Hairstyling Skills
How every hairstylist can take their skills to the next level. While some may argue that hair shows are losing steam, there’s nothing.. Read More →
Editor’s Picks for the Fall Season
Time to revive your care and styling repertoire? we’ve got you covered with our latest product picks. Get Addicted Sexy Hair’s Pure Addition.. Read More →
Bringing Back the Fringe this Season
Middle parts have reigned for years but now it’s primetime for fringes. Learn why you should include this versatile accent in your fall.. Read More →
Taming Textures on Male Clients’ Curly Hair
Help your male clients tame their texture with these top experts’ cutting and styling tips. Let’s face it: Curls can be quite demanding.. Read More →
Nail Trends
Our Top Nail Picks for the Month of October
From deep greens to lilacs and greys, here are our top nail picks for the month of October as we... read more →
October 15, 2018
Celebrity Nail Looks that Rocked the Red Carpet
Find out which celebrities showed up and showed out with their manicures, giving us some major #nailinspo for the season.... read more →
October 8, 2018
Maximizing Nail Services with Dipping Powders
Dipping powders have become increasingly popular, especially with the power of social media. find out how you can turn this... read more →
October 1, 2018
Fall in Love with these Seasonal Nail Picks
As summer comes to a close, our seasonal nail picks embrace the last days of the season with neutral tones.... read more →
September 3, 2018
Taking Your Nail Looks to the Top
From matte to chrome and everything in between, nail finishes can make or break your client’s nail look. “Texture is... read more →
August 27, 2018
Celebrity Nail Trends that Rocked the Runway
From New York to London to Paris, nails were not forgotten on the runways of fashion week, and featured some... read more →
August 20, 2018
Contessas
Q&A With Contessa Finalist, Eloise Chiew
For Eloise Chiew, the path to hairdressing wasn’t so clear-cut. With interests in art and working with her hands, she explored a culinary career in.. Read More →
Now Trending: The Contessa 2019 Finalists!
You’re going to want to be sitting down for this! After receiving thousands of photos, narrowed down by two rounds of judging, we’re proud to.. Read More →
5 Reasons Why You Don’t Want to Miss the Contessa 30 Gala!
Let’s face it: There are a lot more reasons to attend the annual Contessa Awards gala than not. But we’ve rounded up our top five.. Read More →
The Excitement Begins: Announcing the 2019 Contessa Awards Semi-Finalists!
Are you ready for this? It’s time to see who made it to the semi-finals for the 2019 Canadian Hairstylist of the Year Awards (aka... Read More →
