A business journal for independent beauty pros, by salonMonster
With the year coming to an end I thought I’d look back and see what my most played (probably overplayed) songs at work were for 2013. These tracks were pivotal in keeping me motivated when I needed a boost, pumped up for a night out after work, or chilling me out when things got crazy! … Read more
Growing up I was always trying to control and tame my curls so I lived with bobby pins in my hair – plain black bobby pins randomly stuck in my hair with no aesthetic value at all. I wish I had seen all the cool and creative ways people are using bobby pins these days … Read more
Arriving just in time for the busy holiday season, Arcade Fire’s latest album Reflektor will help you get through the mad rush up to Christmas. Based out of Montreal, Quebec, this group continues to put out amazing music and their latest album does not disappoint! Produced by James Murphy (of LCD Soundsystem fame) Reflektor … Read more
This time of year when the beautiful colours of fall are starting to fade and the grey drab of winter is hiding around the corner why not glitz up your hair in defiance! Shiny metallic hair accessories are a sure fire way to add shimmer and glamour to your locks. Here are five glitzy accessories … Read more
It’s that time of year again, when our lovely clean shaven men forgo the razor for the month of November for a great cause – Movember. Movember is all about raising funds and awareness for Men’s Health Programs that combat prostate and testicular cancer as well as mental health challenges. Last year over 1 million … Read more
Looking to spook up your nails this Halloween? Check out these 12 Halloween nail designs for some inspiration! These amazing designs can be found at: refinery29.c0m shootingfishproject.blogspot.ca rina-alcantara.com mybeautypage.com pimpmynailz.com smashleysparkles.com glitterobsession.com
While looking through Dezeen I came across an amazing designer who has created hair typography! Monique Goossens is an Amsterdam designer who came up with this typeface using hundreds of strands of hair to shape the letters. “The shapes of the letters are created by forming the hairs into a legible character. The ends of the … Read more
The changing of seasons brings a change in attire and fun new hair accessories! Here are the latest selection of hair treats I’ve been coveting: Lonnie Headband in Hot Tomato, merino wool, $40.00 from Club Monaco Deco-Burst Headband, $22.00 from Anthropologie Print and Shine Bobbi Set, $20.00 from ban.do Double-Up Strap Headband, … Read more
During my daily peruse of Remodelista I came across the delightful design aesthetic of Spruce Apothecary. This new shop has been created by Craig Olson and Sean Igo, the design gurus behind my favourite Portand, Oregon store Canoe. Spruce Apothecary is also located in Portland next to the stylish Ace Hotel. Specializing in fragrances … Read more
Marc Jacobs Beauty is a new line of cosmetics from the fashion superstar himself. As with his fashion, there is a youthful vibrancy to the range of cosmetics with trendy colour combos that cater to a variety of styles. I’m loving the Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Lacquer which comes in some great colours for Fall. … Read more