Get ready to embrace the summer hair trends of 2023! From satin mermaid waves and ultra-glossy strands, to air-dried curls and intentional bedhead, this season is going to be all about texture and transitional hairstyles that’ll take your clients straight from the beach to sunset happy hour as effortlessly as possible. Satin Mermaid Waves Satin mermaid waves is a low-maintenance look that serves a major wow factor. We have step-by-step details from celebrity hairstylist Andrew Kyriakou on how to recreate this look for your clients. Get The Look:  Step 1: To achieve summer-ready waves, An ..read more

Hair/Coiffure: Emy Roccabella Makeup/Maquillage: Grace Hayward Wardrobe Styling/Styliste Mode: Emy Roccabella Photos: Chris Bulezuik ..read more

While colouring any hair type and texture comes with its challenges, curly texture can bring on a unique set of concerns when deciding on the placement of your client’s colour.  Since curls are often more delicate, it’s especially important to assess the hair type, curl pattern, porosity, density and overall hair condition before deciding on your colour placement and committing to being able to achieve your client’s colour goals.  “Curls are so sensitive to damage, so when it comes to consulting with somebody with curly hair, understanding the history of the colour and chemicals in ..read more

We have pro tips from Sam Villa, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Sam Villa and Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken for cutting a 3-tiered bob for your clients. This hairstyle complements a wide range of individuals and hair types and it showcases tiers of layered sections that result in a harmonious blended and a textured appearance. Additionally, this hairstyle can be styled with waves or curls, allowing it to effortlessly adapt to various occasions.   PRO TIPS Tip One: For the best deep point cutting results, dry hair before adding texture with a Sam Villa Artist Series 6.25 ..read more

The 2023 Barber Expo Toronto took place on Sunday, April 30th at The Warehouse Venue. Presented by BaBylissPRO and Barberology, the educational event was the largest barbering show held in Canada to-date. The expo featured a wide range of vendors, and welcomed three of the industry’s most influential barbers: Sofie Pok (aka. Staygold), Los Cut It, and Pattycuts. The educators took the stage to share their expertise and inspire the audience, emphasizing the importance of improving the barbering experience and bridging the gap between traditional barbering and modern men’s haircutting and s ..read more

Hair/Coiffure: Bernadette Beswick & Stevie English Makeup/Maquillage: Chereine Waddell Wardrobe Styling/Styliste Mode: Jessica Jade Photos: Andrew O’Toole ..read more

With growing calls for beauty pros to create a more diverse and inclusive environment for their staff and clients, we spoke with two industry experts to gain insight into how salon owners and managers can incorporate more inclusive business practices to help attract new staff and clientele—all the while maintaining a safe space for all. Offering a diverse and inclusive environment extends far beyond the services offered in your salon. From consultations and appointments to hiring and training, addressing your challenges from within is the first real step to creating meaningful change. “We don ..read more

If you’re looking for formal hair inspo for your clients attending events like weddings or proms, we’ve got you covered! Sam Villa ArTeam member, Anna Peters, has provided detailed step-by-step instructions on how to recreate this hairstyle for your clients. This stunning look accentuates the face while adding volume and intrigue to the back. What makes it truly remarkable is its versatility—it can be easily dressed up or down. How To: Laid Back Luxe Step 1: Blow Dry Hair Straight Back. Directionally blow dry hair straight back towards the occipital bone and away from the front hairline. Use ..read more

Moroccanoil is hosting its first-ever The Collective event in Las Vegas from September 10th to 12th, 2023. The three-day educational event will be held at the Resorts World Las Vegas and will feature a welcome pool party and opening reception, artistic and business sessions, networking and artistic presentations, celebration dinner and global hair competition finale and a closing party, among other events (depending on the type of ticket purchased). The brand’s artistic lineup includes their global colour ambassadors Greg Gilmore, Jessica Scott Santo, Gareth Williams and Canada’s very own, Li ..read more

When it comes to hairstyling, education is key to mastering techniques, improving one’s craft, and staying up to date with industry trends. While education was once most commonly accessed in person via masterclasses, workshops and demos at trade shows, the pandemic caused a shift that resulted in more and more educators experimenting with digital education. Whether it was live classes on Microsoft Teams or Instagram, Zoom webinars, YouTube tutorials or shorter videos on TikTok that cater to a specific demographic, it’s no surprise that digital education continues to be on the rise. “Hairdresse ..read more