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How To Train Your Bangs / Fringe With A Blow Dryer And Comb

Learn how to train erratic growth patterns and cowlicks in the fringe area with a simple wrap drying technique using the fine teeth of a comb and your Sam... 

The Twist Bang Cut - Cutting The Perfect Fringe

Learn more about Sam Villa Signature Series Shears.

We've watched Sam go through the techniques to cut a... 

Building Your Salon Business Through Grassroots Marketing

You've just completed your salon apprenticeship or finished hair school and you have been accepted into a salon - now comes the part where you must build your clientele.  Times have changed over the years; instead of guests lining up to make an appointment we as stylists must focus on... 

Recommended Hair Cut & Color Refresher Courses

You've been out of the industry for a while and/or you are looking for a source of inspiration to light your creative fire from within. Sam Villa has some hair cut and color course recommendations to get you back on track!
 

How-to Eliminate Cowlicks, Swirls and Other Erratic Growth Patterns

They're pesky, they can't be avoided and most people have them – that's right, I'm talking about cowlicks, swirls and other erratic growth patterns.  So, what is the best way to "train" the hair to eliminate or redirect these problematic areas?  Watch this Sam Villa... 

Salon Scripts and Greetings

"Million dollar words will produce million dollar results," according to Salon Success Coach, Kristi Valenzuela.  Watch this video to learn about how to make a great first... 

Cutting Naturally Curly Hair

Here’s another great tip when cutting naturally curly hair. In this video, Sam teaches you how to create a deconstructed look when cutting naturally curly hair.
 

Controlling Perimeter Length

In this video, Sam teaches you how to use the reversible blender to control perimeter length by making the hair naturally bend under or flip up.
 

Recreate Lauren Conrad’s Dimensional Bangs

Lauren Conrad is always playing with her hair – she cut fringe this week and her shiny dimensional bangs make her eyes pop and her buttery caramel Ombré sing! Follow these tips for cutting & styling a fringe…

 

How To Quickly Create A Zigzag Part

Creating a zigzag section for haircutting used to be time consuming – we fumbled our combs, dropped them and then had to start allover again. Not anymore! Sam teaches us a speedy technique that is especially useful for creating a deconstructed look…

 

Sam, Hands down you got my vote this year at the BTC Awards at the American Beauty Show, March 13, 2011 in Chicago as 'Platform Artist and Favorite Educator!' By sharing your your knowledge and artistry you've continued to elevate our profession as an art - no one is more deserving than you!
CAROLYN MARTIN

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