NEWS AND EVENTS
Learn How Blowouts are Becoming the Key to Bringing Clients Back Into the Salon
Is offering blowout and styling services the key to bringing clients back into the salon? Find out what the experts are saying about the current.. Read More →
Kao Salon Division Announces New Partnership with TONI&GUY
Kao Salon Division, the home of Goldwell, KMS, Oribe and Varis, has announced that TONI&GUY will begin using Goldwell hair colour in their salons and.. Read More →
How To: Marble Nails from the 2021 American Music Awards
The 2021 American Music Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 21, 2022, and celebrities were dressed to impress! While many nail looks.. Read More →
A Guide to Red Hair: Learn How to Achieve the Best Red Hair for your Clients
With reds making a comeback, we checked in with the experts for tips on how to help clients find their perfect shade, and how to.. Read More →
Collections
Power – Hair Collection by 2021 NAHA Finalist Evie Johnson
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November 24, 2021
Iconoclastic – Hair Collection by the Marc Antoni Artistic Team
Hair/Coiffure: Bruno Marc Giamattei, Marcus Giamattei, Dan Spiller, Altin Ismailir Makeup/Maquillage: Sabrina Ruth Nicholson Stylist/Styliste: Ellen Spiller Photos: Jamie Blanshard... read more →
November 17, 2021
Reign – Hair Collection by Charlene Fernandez, 2021 AHIA Creative Individual Stylist of the Year
Hair/Coiffure: Charlene Fernandez, 2021 AHIA Creative Individual Stylist of the Year Makeup/Maquillage: Shella Ruby Martin Stylist/Styliste: Emma Boseley Photos:... read more →
November 10, 2021
INSCAPE – Hair Collection by Schwarzkopf Professional
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October 28, 2021
Hair Every Wear – Hair Collection by Angelo Seminara
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October 19, 2021
Fleurs Feminine – Hair Collection by Artego Canada Artistic Design Team
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October 14, 2021
Business Articles
Social Media Showdown: The Benefits of Instagram vs. TikTok for Beauty Professionals
We chatted with beauty professionals who are slaying the social media game about the benefits of Instagram vs. TikTok, and how they use each platform.. Read More →
Learn How Hairstylists are Using Social Media to Gain Clients
As some stylists are focused on getting their next picture-perfect shot, learn how others are finding ways to make social media work—literally—for their business. Since.. Read More →
How Salon Owners are using Social Media to Maximize Retail and E-commerce Sales
From affiliate marketing to e-commerce, salons and stylists are leveraging their social media platforms to maximize take-home product sales. We spoke with salon owners who.. Read More →
Business and Salon Industry Experts Share Tips for Dealing with Losing Staff
Losing staff to other salons, chair rentals, salon suites, freelance or even underground opportunities can be difficult to navigate. These tips from business and salon.. Read More →
Learn How Ontario-based Salon Owners Adjusted their Businesses to Remain Open/Re-Open During the Pandemic
Though the pandemic’s lockdowns have impacted salons across Canada, there’s no question that the province that’s been hardest hit is Ontario. For salons in Toronto.. Read More →
What the Rise (and Fall) of Virtual Education Means for the Future of Live Learning
From the beginning of the pandemic, guidelines and restrictions forced hairstylists and beauty pros to be more adaptable than ever. And while many took to.. Read More →
Hair Trends
How to Create Glass Hair Looks for Your Clients
Glass hair (or liquid hair) continues to be a trend on both the red carpet and social media. This ultra-smooth and high-shine look.. Read More →
Our “So You Think You Can Colour?” LightDimensions Contest Winner!
Congratulations to Zoe Verheuvel from Chelsea Laine Salon and Colour Bar in New Glasgow, NS., on her first-place win in the “So You.. Read More →
How Social Media Colour Trends are Creating a Rising Demand for Semi- and Demi-Permanent Options
While there seems to be no question that the popularity of temporary colour options have been propelled forward by social media, colourists also.. Read More →
Experts Weigh in on the Impact Celebrities and Social Media are Having on Men’s Hair Colour Trends
Though they have their faults, social media platforms offer an undeniable assortment of benefits. Among them: They powerfully connect people, encourage users to.. Read More →
GET THE LOOK: Halloween Hair How-tos
We have officially entered the spookiest time of the year! Are you ready to help your clients elevate and change up their looks.. Read More →
Get the look: amika Met Gala looks for Barbie Ferreira, Illana Glazer and Whitney Peak
We are still obsessed with all of the glamorous celebrity looks from the Met Gala! Hairstylists Malcolm Marquez, Sabrina Rowe and amika’s global.. Read More →
Nail Trends
How To: Marble Nails from the 2021 American Music Awards
The 2021 American Music Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 21, 2022, and celebrities were dressed to... read more →
November 24, 2021
Get the Look: Singer Maren Morris’ Icy Ombre Nails
Take a look at how the celebrity nail artist Kait Mosh created a beautiful icy ombre nail look for Maren... read more →
November 20, 2021
How Social Media and Fashion Week are Inspiring Nail Trends
While some clients may choose to rely on their own personal taste and favourite shades to determine their choices in... read more →
October 6, 2021
Get the look: Celebrity Nail Looks from MTV’s VMAs 2021
On Sunday, September 12, 2021, celebrities were dressed to impress at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)! The night... read more →
September 13, 2021
Get the Look: Andra Day and Issa Rae’s Glamorous OPI Manicures at the 2021 BET Awards
On Sunday, June 27th, stars were ready for a night filled with entertainment (and glamorous looks!) at the 2021 BET... read more →
June 28, 2021
Get the Look: Doja Cat and Ava Max’s Manicures at the iHeartRadio Music Awards
On Thursday May 27th, celebrities were red carpet-ready at the iHeartRadio Music Awards! Fan favourites Doja Cat and Ava Max... read more →
May 31, 2021
Products
OPI Infinite Shine / Infinite Shine de OPI
Infinite Shine is a 3 step system to long-lasting nail polish color. With our ProStay Technology, th...
Moroccanoil Treatment / Traitement Moroccanoil
Moroccanoil Treatment is the award-winning, revolutionary hair product that created the buzz on arga...
Illumina Permanent Hair Color / Colorant permanent Illumina
ILLUMINA COLOR elevates light to its highest spectrum revealing previously unseen potential in hair....
REDAVID® Orchid Oil Dual Therapy
An award winning 2-part universal repair system that tackles heavily damaged hair as well as offers ...
TOTAL RESULTS – The Re-Bond
Repairs extremely damaged hair and leaves it feeling revitalized. Repair Internal Strength. Citric...
Contessas
Contessa 2022: Matrix Presentation by Rodrigo Araneda
Matrix Canada’s artistic director and Contessa 2022 Canadian Colourist of the Year, Rodrigo Araneda, premiered a bold, fashion-forward presentation at the 33rd annual Contessa Awards. Celebrating.. Read More →
Contessa 2022: Wella Presentation by D&J Ambrose
At the 33rd annual Contessa Awards, Wella Professionals took the virtual stage with Nadsat, a ’90s, street-style inspired presentation, once again led by British.. Read More →
The 2022 NAHA Canadian Finalists!
The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) announced their 2022 finalists on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. A special shout-out to all nine Canadian finalists, including Contessa.. Read More →
Relive the Night: Watch the 33rd Annual Contessa Awards Virtual Gala!
In case you missed it: The 33rd annual Contessa Awards gala was held virtually on Sunday, November 7, 2021. The night began with a.. Read More →
