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Nailphilia
Perusing the blogosphere this morning we came across London’s first ever nail art exhibit. Put together by DegreeArt.com and some of the best nail technician out there, Nailphilia as they are calling it looks to be one of the more interesting and bizarre art exhibits we have seen of late. Nailphilia will feature several artists […]
Posted: September 5th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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American Salon Declares Their Choice Products
The results of the 2011 American Salon Professional’s Choice Awards are in! It is an . This is voted on by American Salon Magazine reader’s and these are the winner’s from each category. Tell us what you think about the choices in the comments. Anything you think they left out? Shampoo: Redken Color Extend Shampoo The […]
Posted: August 30th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Hair Art
So here is the latest bit of hair art that we think needs to be shared. This is all art created by Gregory Euclide who uses many different materials to create is installations. In the one above he uses acrylic, baby’s breath, eurocast, fern, hair, hosta, moss, paper, sedum, sagebrush and wood. I won’t talk to […]
Posted: August 22nd, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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2011 North American Hair Styling Awards (NAHA)
The North American Hair Styling Awards (NAHA) went down on July 31st at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas as part of the PBA Beauty week. We couldn’t make it down there this year, but we’re always excited to see the truly inspiring work that is being recognized. Congratulations to Dimitrios Tsioumas who came away with […]
Posted: August 5th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Hair Hat
I came across this video on Boing Boing (via Dangerous Minds) and I don’t really know what to say about it other than WOW! I have seen many different hair styles in my nearly fifteen years as a hairdresser but this is definitely one of the most original I have ever come across. Watch the […]
Posted: July 19th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Jazz Party!
The 6th bi-annual Jazz Age Lawn Party is once again set to take place on Governor’s Island in New York this weekend and I for one am jealous of those who get to attend. It has been a long time goal to make it to New York especially for this party. This is quite […]
Posted: June 20th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Protect your hair from the sun
With all the effort we put into our luscious locks, we need to remember to protect it from sun damage. Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause your hair colour to fade, cause dry brittle hair, split ends and frizz. Here are some quick and simple tips to protect your hair when you’re out playing […]
Posted: June 9th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Summer Style
With the warm weather finally appearing, it’s time to start thinking about summer hair! Here are some great styles to help your clients cool down while still looking hot. Scarves, braids and ponytails all help by pulling the hair off your clients face and neck on those hot summer days. These are also styles you […]
Posted: June 8th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Captains of Industry
One of our favorite businesses of late here at salonMonster is a shop based out of Melbourne, Australia called Captains of Industry, Gentleman’s Outfitter and Cafe. According to their Website, this super cool shop offers “Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Beverages and Comestibles, Bespoke Footwear and Leather Accessories, Traditional Haircuts, Made to Measure Menswear & Mens […]
Posted: June 7th, 2011 ˑ No Comments
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Hockey pride through a manicure
What a great way for nail salons and their clients to show their hockey pride! Being able to design custom nail treatments for the Canucks fans here in Vancouver has been a very smart business move for GlamStar Beauty and Nails. This concept could work for many different events in any city – […]
Posted: June 2nd, 2011 ˑ 1 Comment
Filled under: Art, Hair, nails, Uncategorized