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Be Your Best Brunette: Tips & Tricks for Brown ShadesThere’s a reason brunettes wear so well. Brown hair holds dimension naturally, which means it doesn’t need frequent lightening to feel elevated. Instead, the...
Why Celebs Are Leaning Into Low-Maintenance Grey: The ‘Greige Lights’ Hair Trend Gets Star Power
Celebrities are trading high-maintenance color for the soft, smoky blend of greige lights—a chic fusion of grey and beige that makes natural silver look inte...
Save or Splurge: Where to Spend Your Haircare Budget
Not all hair products are created equal. Some deserve a splurge, others are perfectly fine to save on. This guide breaks down where to invest, where to save,...
Should You Be Hair Oiling? The Ancient Ritual That’s the Perfect New-Year Self-Care Reset
Start the new year with a ritual that nourishes more than just your hair. Rooted in ancient Indian tradition, hair oiling is the ultimate act of mindful self...
April 18 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
How To Create Colorful Waves Just In Time for Festival SeasonFestival season has already begun! Whether you’re ready to attend in person or watch along on social media, plenty of inspiration will emerge in the next few...
April 17 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
The Journey of Becoming a HairdresserIn Celebration of National Hairstylist Appreciation Day, Justin Michael Parra Shares His Journey to Becoming a Hairdresser.
April 25, 2023, is National Hair...
April 05 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
Featured Artist: Jesse LinaresThe change in season is a perfect time to revive your routine and gain inspiration in the salon. Offering up a fresh perspective, Jesse Linares, Sam Villa Ar...
March 29 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
5 Tips on How to Be Successful in a New SalonAfter the lockdown, there were a lot of individuals relocated across the country. Whether you, as a stylist, have moved or you’ve had to say goodbye to guest...
March 17 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
How To Cut Long Curtain FringeThere have been countless fringe trends rising in popularity over the past few seasons. Whether you’re transitioning from your go-to shape or trying bangs on...
March 14 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
Recreate The Looks from the 2023 Oscars with Cindy DuplantisFeaturing: Florence Pugh and Jessica Chastain
Awards season puts a spotlight on all things fashion, from wardrobe to hair, makeup, and nails. As we all lo...
March 10 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
The Importance of Cultivating Creativity at a PhotoshootBeing on set can feel vastly different from the momentum of the salon. There is a different type of pressure that comes along with a new sense of freedom and...
March 03 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
Why The Shag Haircut Continues to TrendWhen stylists began to cut this shape again, no one knew that this texturized, tailored cut would shape the way for many other trends and hybrid cuts. Since ...
February 28 2023 / Sam Villa Professional
How To Change Part DirectionHow easy is it to change a part? Top stylist Sam Villa, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Sam Villa and Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken, explain...
