Sam Villa Blog

How many times have you tried to frame a face by cutting a diagonal line on one side of the head and then repeating that angle on the opposite side of the head? It's challenging to say the least! O...

We received a question on our Facebook page from Denise where she asked, "What is the best way to achieve the soft, wispy line at the bottom of a bob haircut and not end up with a triangular look?...

In this how to video, Sam Villa demonstrates two different techniques using a Marcel Iron to create a variation of finger waves. First, Sam share the secret to creating Red Carpet Waves, think T...

We received a question on our Facebook page from Freida who asked, I just watched the BOBology DVD and I loved it. I would like to know how you would section and cut the hair if the client wants t...

Recently, we received a question on our Facebook page (click here to post your questions!) and Michelle asked, "I would love some tips on thick, course hair for a client that wants weight removed....

When it comes to cutting layers into hair, you have many options. Point cutting is an excellent technique for adding adding layers that are pliable, but the devil is in the details. The way that yo...

We have all heard it before! There are many different types of personalities out there. Understanding a client's personality behaviors and adjusting your approach will help you (as service provider...

We have 3 Partners at Elle Marie Hair Studio, Lorry who is my daughter and our Operations Manager, Jody, who is my son and our Marketing Manager and me, the Business Manager. Each of us has identif...

Step One: "Make the connection" Referrals are the number one most effective way to build your clientele! There are TWO WAYS you can track a new client as a referral, one way is if YOU pass out a b...