Career
Becoming a Boss: Amanda Skvorzov Shares Her Journey from Nail Tech to Salon Owner
We got the lowdown from My Salon Suite franchisee Amanda Skvorzov on how she successfully transitioned from nail tech to salon owner. Here is her best advice on going independent as a beauty professional.
5 Things NOT to Do Regarding Your Finances
And if you want to avoid making these mistakes, check out the latest in our Finance Friday series of videos. These digestible bits of financial wisdom will help you feel more in control of your money.
Salon Finance
A crash course on the important things to consider, and common mistakes to avoid, when it comes to money flowing in and out of your business
The Road to Independence
Learn from those who just recently went independent, as well as those who have been doing it for years, what it’s REALLY like to take the leap to becoming an independent salon professional.
Building a Better Life by Barbering
Southern California-based Barber Betty "Sharp" Hernandez made a major career change, from corporate concerns to creating crewcuts, and says that she appreciates the new found freedom, personal growth and creativity she’s experienced since she started barbering.
Men Embrace Manicures, Nail Art More Than Ever
Recent brand releases like Pleasing and UN/DN LQR stoke the conversation about inclusivity in nail care.
by Nicole Davis
He's Uplifting the Next Generation of Barbers
He's a popular nobody, a barber and educator who has combined humility with hustle and created a movement. And now he's launching a foundation to give back.
by Anne Moratto
Mixture Man by Mixture Covers Gifting for Men
Boost your retail selection when you add the nine Mixture Man hair, body, and home care items.
Working to Overcome the Racial Divide in the Industry
"It’s about texture… and texture doesn’t have a race." In the days following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, the despair being shared by so many also served to propel Rodrick Samuels, a barber, educator, and owner, into action.
by Anne Moratto
Why Diversity in Barber and Beauty Schools Matter
Learning empathy, flexibility, and how to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures will prepare the students of the barber and beauty to navigate an increasingly multicultural future.
New Collection: Kontext by Gema Moreno
Inspired by TV shows like "Riverdale," this collection highlights volume and natural texture.
New Collection: Teenage Kicks by Jason Hall
Crafted shape and natural texture take center stage in this men's collection.
2022 NAHA Finalists: Barber of the Year
Five finalists in the Barber category are honored for their expertise with clippers and shears to style fades and more.
Scissors & Scotch Expands in Texas
The upscale grooming brand partners with franchisee Bryan Frnka to continue its growth projectory.
Meet Barber Steve Vilot
Two of America’s traditions partner up: Vilot's shop, Barber Authority, and Jack Daniels old Tennessee Whiskey.
A Sit Down With V's Barbershop
Emily Hutcheson-Brown, Chief Operating Officer for V’s Barbershop, tells us about the company's secret sauce, how the industry has changed, and more.
Meet Chicago Barber Nieves Almaraz
2021 was a banner year for Nieves Almaraz: He won NAHA’s Men’s Hairstylist of the Year and opened How to Fade Hair Barbering School Inc. We spoke to him to find out about his accomplishments.