NEWS AND EVENTS
Our “So You Think You Can Style?” Vroom & Groom Contest Winner!
Congratulations to Potrus Potrus from Mississauga, ON., on his first-place win in the “So You Think You Can Style?” ‘Vroom & Groom’ photo contest, sponsored by American.. Read More →
Contessa 2019: Q&A with Master Colourist, Joan Novak
We caught up with Joan Novak, who took home the Master Colourist award at the 30th annual Contessa Awards. Tell me about your collection. What.. Read More →
Contessa 2019: Q&A with Elite Master Hairstylist, Silas Tsang
We spoke with Silas Tsang, who took home the award for Elite Master Hairstylist at the 30th annual Contessa Awards. Tell me about your collection... Read More →
Mark Leeson is Named Revlon Professional’s New Global Artistic Ambassador
International award-winning hairstylist Mark Leeson has been appointed as global artistic ambassador for Revlon Professional. With more than 35 years of industry experience, Leeson’s passion.. Read More →
Collections
Smoky – Hair Collection by Andrea De Deugd
Hair: Andrea De Deugd, Jacou Hair Makeup:... read more →
January 17, 2019
Iconic – Hair Collection by Sanja Scher
Hair: Sanja Scher, Rokk Ebony Hairdresser:... read more →
January 15, 2019
Electricity – Hair Collection by Lauren Sorensen
Hair: Lauren Sorensen, Aveda Institute Provo, Salt Lake City, UT Makeup: Brad Van... read more →
January 10, 2019
Eclectic – Hair Collection by Ammon Carver
Hair: Ammon Carver, Ammon Carver Studio, New York,... read more →
January 8, 2019
Kiss – Hair Collection by Anica Iordache
Hair: Anica Iordache Makeup: Ekaterina Ulyanoff Photos: Ara Sassoonian
January 3, 2019
Business Articles
Seeing Your Salon in a New Light
From the moment your clients walk through the door, they need to feel welcome, comfortable and basically right at home. Here, we feature a selection.. Read More →
Stepping Up Your Social Media Game
Think you know everything there is to know about social media? Think again! Two hair experts—on different levels of “insta-fame”—share what they’ve mastered and are.. Read More →
A Guide to Revamping Your Salon
Whether you’re designing your salon from the ground up or refreshing your current space, the options for features and finishes are endless. From budget- conscious.. Read More →
How Chatters Salons Are Changing the Career-Building Culture
Chatters Salons have built their motto on encouraging hairstylists to build their reputation through excellent client experiences and documented creativity. By using Instagram as a.. Read More →
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 →
Hair Trends
Hair Colour Vibrancy Your Clients Can Count On
Teach clients how to hang on to their vibrant tones with Matrix’s Keep Me Vivid. What’s your (and your client’s) biggest pet peeve.. Read More →
How-To: Lady Gaga’s Pretty Pastel Hair
Lady Gaga brought the energy to the red carpet of the 2019 Golden Globe Awards with her long pastel gown which matched the pièce.. Read More →
Get Inspired with Sandra Oh’s Glamourous Red Carpet Look
The Golden Globes are all about glam and boy did Sandra Oh bring it to the red carpet this year. Here are the hair.. Read More →
How-To: Rosemund Pike’s Sleek and Contemporary Updo
Rosemund Pike stunned the red carpet of the 2019 Golden Globe Awards with her beautiful, sleek and contemporary updo. “Tonight’s look was inspired.. Read More →
A Chat with Celebrity Hairstylist, Laini Reeves
This year at the 2019 Golden Globes, Mary Poppins star, Emily Blunt, turned heads on the red carpet with her Alexander McQueen dress.. Read More →
Recreate Rowen Blanchard’s Short and Chic Look from the 2019 Golden Globes
Rowan Blanchard debuted her new short haircut at the InStyle and Warner Bros. 2019 Golden Globe Awards After Party. “We drew inspiration from.. Read More →
Nail Trends
New Year’s Eve Nail Inspo You Need in Your Life
Are you and your clients in need of some last-minute New Year's Eve nail inspo? Look no further! These glamorous... read more →
December 31, 2018
Morgan Taylor and Gelish Launch Marilyn Monroe Collection
Gelish and Morgan Taylor celebrate the holiday season with the Forever Fabulous Marilyn Monroe collection. Inspired by the one and... read more →
December 24, 2018
Christmas Nail Inspo Your Clients Will Love
The holiday season is all about expression! Here are a few Christmas-inspired nail how-to's from Bio Sculpture that will impress... read more →
December 17, 2018
Merry and Bright Holiday Nail Picks
Our holiday nail picks for the season. Bio Sculpture Gel Let loose with ’80s-inspired shades from the More Than a... read more →
December 14, 2018
China Glaze’s Collaboration with Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
China Glaze goes “green” in its latest collaboration with Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. Transforming Whoville to Woo-ville, this eight-piece collection... read more →
December 3, 2018
Our “So You Think You Can Style?” ‘Gnarly Nails’ Winner!
Congratulations to Alexandra Chrustel from Barrie, ON., on her first-place win in the “So You Think You Can Style?” ‘Gnarly Nails’ photo... read more →
November 16, 2018
Contessas
Contessa 2019: Q&A with Master Colourist, Joan Novak
We caught up with Joan Novak, who took home the Master Colourist award at the 30th annual Contessa Awards. Tell me about your collection. What.. Read More →
Contessa 2019: Q&A with Elite Master Hairstylist, Silas Tsang
We spoke with Silas Tsang, who took home the award for Elite Master Hairstylist at the 30th annual Contessa Awards. Tell me about your collection... Read More →
Contessa 2019: Q&A with Canadian Salon Team of the Year, Harmony Hair Care
We spoke with Harmony Hair Care, who took home the coveted Canadian Salon Team of the Year award at the 30th annual Contessa Awards. Tell.. Read More →
Contessa 2019: Q&A with Canadian Hairstylist of the Year, Tony Ricci
We spoke with Tony Ricci, who took home the coveted Canadian Hairstylist of the Year award at the 30th annual Contessa Awards. How would you.. Read More →
