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No matter what industry you’re in, individuals are constantly on the hunt for ways to increase their revenue. As an employee, it can be increasingly difficult to know the best way to ask for a raise. And, for stylists – as your own boss – knowing how to raise your income is another task in and of itself! Whether once a year or once a quarter, it is important to look at your practices and dissect the way you can upsell your services or even raise your prices to ensure your income is meeting your needs and your worth. Keep reading for our top ways to upsell this season by perking up your process behind the chair.

Fashion week is our favorite time of the year for a few reasons. Not only do we get to swoon over the latest chic styles, we’re inspired by the latest beauty trends hitting the scene. While we patiently wait for the trickle down effect of fashion, hair is a bit more immediate. We’re able to quickly pick up on hair and makeup trends with the change of technique or by picking up a new product. At the helm of the trends is Redken and Redken’s Global Creative Director Guido Palau who heads up some of the most influential shows of the season. Keep reading to learn more about his work with designers, the inspiration behind the looks and steps to achieve the latest trends!

Each client has their own individual beauty journey. Some choose highlights; others choose fantasy colors or single tones. What is inevitable is that at some point in your client’s life, their hair will begin to turn gray – it is up to you and them to decide how they are going to tackle this. Due to the fact that individuals with gray hair visit the salon frequently, you'll soon learn that they will be some of your most faithful clients. With about 50% of her clients gracing her chair for gray coverage we chatted with Redken Artist Casondra Rolph about her top tips.  Keep reading to learn the best ways to meet the needs, cover, or embrace your client's grays.