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Education
Holiday Prep for Stylists Behind the Chair
Here’s how to step into the season ready to serve clients, protect your energy, and work smarter, not harder. SHOP TOOLS | Scroll To Read

Blow Dry Techniques
Wellness Behind the Chair: Staying Grounded, Healthy, and Connected During the Holiday Rush
As we head into the busiest stretch of the year, we’re sharing wellness tips that help you take care of your body, your mindset, and your fellow stylists, too.SHOP TOOLS | Scroll To Read

Braids Ponytails & Updos
The Elevated Ponytail: A Quick & Easy Holiday Hair Tutorial
Sam Villa ArTeam member and master stylist Ellen Devine (@ellendevinehair) shows us how to level up a basic ponytail with volume, movement, and a hint of sophistication.SHOP TOOLS | Scroll To Read

Cutting
The Top Tools for Ergonomics & Efficiency Behind the Chair
In this guide, we’ll walk through the top tools that protect your health, enhance performance, and prepare you for the busiest seasons behind the chair.
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Fundamentals
Wellness Behind the Chair: Tools & Tips to Feel Better While You Work
From how your shears fit in your hand to how your blow dryer feels after a long day, below we're offering tips on how to create a healthier, more mindful routine behind the chair.
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Blow Dry Techniques
Back-to-School Hair Essentials to Start The Season Fresh
From lightweight dryers to comfort-grip shears, these tools support better posture, reduce fatigue, and help you start the season off fresh. SHOP SETS | Scroll To Read

Fundamentals
Your Anti-Frizz Toolkit—Pro Tools and Tips for Smooth, Sleek Styles
Whether you’re perfecting a blow-dry in the salon or touching up your style before leaving the house, these are our top picks and practices to solve the frizz problem with your style.
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Blow Dry Techniques
The '90s Blowout Is Back—Here’s How to Get the Look
This season the 90s blowout is making a big comeback. From supermodel volume to soft, bouncy movement, the full finish is ideal to add glamour without looking overdone, and it’s wearable across a v...

Blow Dry Techniques
5 Top Sam Villa Tools Every Stylist Should Own
We asked members of the Sam Villa ArTeam to share their go-to tools and why these picks have earned a permanent place in their kits. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your setup or refine your tech...