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WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES WE FACE WHEN CUTTING HAIR? There are many common challenges hairdressers face while cutting hair, one of the most common is executing the precision required for a straigh...

The power of a good haircut can change flat fine hair to a bodyful, trendy style. One of the biggest challenges for stylists when cutting fine hair is keeping the ends from los...

A net braid is a beautiful braided style that creates the appearance of a fishnet layered across the surface of the hair. Braids actually go way back, starting with the Himba people of Namibia, but...

Did you know that 9 out of 10 people leaving a salon say they wish they had more education on how to recreate their new look? According to Redken, the client's ability to recreate their look at hom...

We are certain most of you have mastered a long layering technique, there are so many out there! The following technique is quick and simple to achieve consistent layers throughout the entire head,...

With a little direction and practice you can easily achieve at-home salon style results on your own. The keys to success in these next 4 video clips are the airflow from your blow dryer and the too...

As men’s haircutting continues to play a significant role for a lot of us, it is our responsibility as stylists to expand our skills and stay current. We believe that most men are just as concer...

The discipline of practicing new techniques adds value to our guest services. Product application and brush placement are both the keys to all successful blow dries for the best outcome. When we te...

Have you ever thought to yourself, "There has to be a better way to do this!" Take a step back for a moment and really think about what it is you want to accomplish and what are the best haircuttin...