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The ucare foundation, an establishment founded by Gino Barbo and usmooth, has reached a new landmark within the hair industry – raising $250,000 in stylist donations. Funded through salon sales and private donations, ucare is an innovative foundation that exclusively supports stylists who experience unexpected tragedies.

Have you ever left the salon, happy with your fresh cut and color, but unsure if you tipped your stylist enough money? More often than not, clients are left in the dark when it comes to proper tipping etiquette, often basing the amount on a percentage rather than their actual satisfaction of the service. Fret no more—we’ve got you covered! Read on to discover the top do's and don’ts of salon gratuity.

We often don't think about the real reasons to clean our brushes, find out what you need to know...