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No matter the occasion, braids and upstyles are always in! You can wear a simple braid to tame frizz on a casual day or create a more complicated upstyle for a formal event – especially during wedd...

The definition of the word inspiration can found as the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. We are all creative souls and we need ment...

Sam Villa Signature Series Shears vs. Sam Villa Essential Series Shears. You've probably heard about our shears but might be wondering, "What are the differences?" The type of metal used, the lengt...

The bob is a haircut that all stylists must learn to master in the salon. However, there are some common challenges that we encounter that when corrected makes difference between a good bob and a ...

While at shows and on the road many of you ask Sam how he holds his professional shear and comb in one hand while cutting hair. This trick will take some practice but when...

Do you recall practicing roller sets back in school? Whether you loved them or not, those roller sets actually gave you the foundation skills for blow-drying! You may also recall the gaps in the...

What is the volume zone? The volume zone is the most critical area for a client that calls for a styling product to add volume for balance in the haircut. The focus area would be across the top ...

Thermal brushes are fundamental for conclusive finished results on medium to fine hair types. Have you ever thought about heating up the barrel of your thermal brush with the heat from your blow dr...

Looking for ultimate polish in your finished blow dry’s? Well, then a paddle brush is your new best friend! Wrap drying with a paddle brush is second to none when it comes to a smooth and polished ...