Working in beauty doesn’t have to hurt. Learn how Somatic Movement helps hairstylists, lash artists, and other beauty pros release tension, improve posture,...

Working in beauty doesn’t have to hurt. Learn how Somatic Movement helps hairstylists, lash artists, and other beauty pros release tension, improve posture,...

Take charge of your financial future with Beauty Finance Group and Beautiful Wealth Academy. Accessible, expert-led courses designed for beauty...

Hairstylist and salon suite owner Hollianne Davidson of Revolution Hair shares how she turned a “safe" design into a style that is a true reflection of herself.

Apply for Ogle School’s $4,000 Grit & Glamour Scholarship for future cosmetologists and estheticians in Texas and Georgia. Deadlines from Aug–Nov 2025.

Apply for Ogle School’s $4,000 Grit & Glamour Scholarship for future cosmetologists and estheticians in Texas and Georgia. Deadlines from Aug–Nov 2025.

Professionalism in beauty isn’t just about polished looks—it’s about connection, service, and creating safe spaces for clients. Here’s how stylists can...

Celebrity stylist Monae Everett is hosting a free training to help beauty pros break into editorial, red carpet, and on-set work. Learn how to get...

Award-winning hairdresser Vivienne Mackinder’s new Creative Archetype Quiz helps stylists identify one of five personality types that shape their artistry,...

Inside the Systems That Power an Elevated Salon Experience From seamless online booking to a team-first culture, J Gold Salon in Atlanta offers more than...

Inside the Systems That Power an Elevated Salon Experience From seamless online booking to a team-first culture, J Gold Salon in Atlanta offers more than...

Inside the Systems That Power an Elevated Salon Experience From seamless online booking to a team-first culture, J Gold Salon in Atlanta offers more than...

Too many students leave beauty and barber programs without saying goodbye. Rodrick Samuels explores why they disappear—and how educators and school leaders...

Learn how to cut the perfect pixie haircut with expert advice from Sam Villa Team Member Adrian Sandoval. Step-by-step techniques and pro tools included.

MODERN SALON gathered three top educators for a candid, technical conversation on all things professional hair color. Megan Winfield, Adrienne Dara, and...

What makes clients come back again and again? It’s more than a good haircut or manicure. Kim Becker shares how delivering a “first-time” feeling and giving...

At MODERN SALON Boot Camp, stylist and suite owner Alyssa Salmon explained how offering head spa treatments—complete with scalp analysis, aromatherapy, and...

At MODERN SALON Boot Camp, stylist and suite owner Alyssa Salmon explained how offering head spa treatments—complete with scalp analysis, aromatherapy, and...

Want to grow your career as a beauty professional? K18 Sales Manager Sabrina Sanborn shares advice on networking, mentorship, and self-advocacy—from...

Want to grow your career as a beauty professional? K18 Sales Manager Sabrina Sanborn shares advice on networking, mentorship, and self-advocacy—from...

Looking for a healthy salon job? Watch for these red flags in listings, interviews, and salon culture to avoid a toxic environment and find the right fit.

Looking for a healthy salon job? Watch for these red flags in listings, interviews, and salon culture to avoid a toxic environment and find the right fit.

To explore the why of starting a podcast in the professional beauty world, we spoke to Corey Gray, co-founder of Hairdustry and co-host of the popular Your...

Hear Michelle Pargee's advice on finding your WHY through photoshoots and competitions.

There’s a collective craving to return to what made this industry special in the first place: collaboration.

Launching June 11, 2025, Not Another Club offers coaching that supports both business growth and personal wellbeing for salon pros.

Discover how top beauty professionals recognize burnout, build healthy boundaries, and protect their mental health in the salon industry. Insights from...

Discover how top beauty professionals recognize burnout, build healthy boundaries, and protect their mental health in the salon industry. Insights from...

As much as it is true that hair is not composed of living biomaterial, it still certainly has a life cycle. Here are the different phases in the life cycle...

Mckenzie Kool, Psychologist, MC, RPsych provides us with guidance on what may or not be helpful in speaking with someone who has suffered a significant loss.

Mckenzie Kool, Psychologist, MC, RPsych provides us with guidance on what may or not be helpful in speaking with someone who has suffered a significant loss.

This article rounds up the  fundamental attributes of hair and some popular methods to quickly assess each.

Salon work is emotional- full of highs and lows all day long. We give a lot, and sometimes we want something in return: comfort, a treat, a little reward.

Salon and spa service providers often struggle to find an employer who will offer them benefits, pay a living wage and provide flexibility for work/life...

We often hear the phrase "know your numbers," but what does that actually mean? What numbers and factors should you consider when setting your prices? What...

No stylist is perfect, but handling a client complaint with professionalism and offering solutions can turn a negative into a positive.

If you want to sound nerdy to your next science-inclined client or you’ve just gotten a little hazy on the chemistry of hair, read on for a quick run down!

My name’s Ambika, and I’m the founder of DEVANE, my new luxury wellness company based on the timeless knowledge called Ayurveda. And yes, I’m here to tell...

By consistently enforcing these policies, you establish a professional and reliable system that minimizes last-minute cancellations, protects your revenue,...

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) announced the Beacon Class of 2025, the newest group of emerging talent poised to shape the future of the...

While liability claims might not be the first thing you think of when starting your hairstyling journey, it’s crucial to be aware of the common insurance...

We're sharing this refresher on the Anatomy of Hair as part of our MODERN SALON 101 series, a focus on the fundamentals. Because no matter how long you’ve...

At Premiere Anaheim on February 23rd, MODERN SALON's Anne Moratto moderated a panel discussion around the importance of establishing healthy boundaries in...

Barbershops have always been more than a place to get a haircut and a shave. They are community spaces, and Steven Wren, a Wahl Pro Educator and barber,...

Choosing your own shears after graduating from cosmetology school can be tricky - and a big investment. Sam Villa ArTeam Member Jesse Linares shares his...

If you begin to willingly walk into your alone time, something shifts. You stop looking for people, places, and things to validate your existence. You see...

This period after the holidays can bring on a huge lull for hairstylists. We asked Cosmo Prof's team of professionals to offer their best advice on how to...

This period after the holidays can bring on a huge lull for hairstylists. We asked Cosmo Prof's team of professionals to offer their best advice on how to...

This period after the holidays can bring on a huge lull for hairstylists. We asked Cosmo Prof's team of professionals to offer their best advice on how to...

Have you taken a look at your finances recently? With the start of the new year, now's a good time!