With more hairstylists seeing the value and importance of expanding their skill set and mastering techniques to work with different hair types and textures, we’ve compiled a list to help... read more →
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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 this year. As frustrating as... read more →
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 for cuts, colour and styles,... read more →
Let’s face it: When you’re working from home, there can be a lot more distractions that can get in the way of your productivity—especially if you have children. Whether you’re... read more →
Eliza Trendiak Vancouver @elizatrendiakhair (Followers: 21.1K) Claim to Fame: Balayage specialist and owner of Artel Salon What made you want to develop a specialty in Balayage? Around the time... read more →
On her trip to Canada this summer, we sat down with Nathalie Roos, global president of L’Oréal Professional Products Division, to discuss the challenges facing salons today, and her style of team management. What continues to be your biggest challenge... read more →
Understanding why hairstylists burn out before they ever shine bright, and how to help your team avoid falling into this trap. As the co-owner of Edges Salon and Spa in Calgary, Lina Chammoury understands the... read more →
From its cozy white walls incorporated with greenery to its signature spiral staircase, this new Toronto-based salon provides a homey feel to anyone who enters it. “My goal for this... read more →
From communicating with new clients to staying on budget as you build your business, here are the quick, and easy ways to keep on learning, no matter where your salon... read more →
In this six-part series, we explore various disruptors that are changing the game for the industry. Cue the music and turn on the lights, education is changing, and there are... read more →
We all love how social media has permitted stylists and salon owners to showcase great work. But what happens when one of your unhappy clients steps up to the mike... read more →
Find out how to benefit from a loyalty program. As a salon owner and Redken artist, Katrina Smiley is always looking for ways to elevate her business. For 13 years,... read more →
