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Celebrity-Inspired Bangs to Try in 2026Celebrity-inspired bangs are defining 2026 hair trends, from soft curtain fringe to bold micro bangs and glossy blunt cuts. Inspired by style icons like Dako...
Learn why color fades over time and how ULTIMATE COLOR helps maintain vibrancy, shine, and a fresh salon finish for longer.
Minimalism is having a precision moment—and nails are leading the charge. After seasons of long lengths, bold shapes, and maximalist designs, Spring 2026 bel...
From cherry red to milky white, these are the timeless nail colors that never go out of style. Consider this your definitive guide to classic manicure shades...
March 31 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
Support Fellow Artists By Breaking Into BeautyBreaking Into Beauty is a day of inspiration and education with top talent from our industry. It’s a movement to promote comradery and mentor the new genera...
March 24 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
How To Clean Your BrushesClean brushes aren't just important because of hygiene. Clean brushes allow you to style hair more efficiently and with better results. Whether at home or in...
March 21 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
Spring Cleaning: How To Refresh Your Tools For A Successful Season AheadIt’s beginning to smell a lot like spring and while the flowers are blooming right on time, there may be a few things that you need to be catching up on! Has...
March 18 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
Top Tools To Complete Your KitWhether you work backstage at Fashion Week or have back-to-back appointments at the salon, your days can be stressful. One way to make your life easier? Pack...
March 03 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
Understanding The Undercut with Andrew CarruthersIf you’ve ever wondered how stylists get the perfect lob, bob or unbeatable pixie and crop it is most likely because they are using an undercut to some degre...
February 24 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
Must-Haves Tools Of The SeasonSpring is around the corner, and, whether you work backstage, on the go or at the salon, it’s always a good idea to stock up on the latest hair products. Che...
February 20 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
How eLearning is Changing The Shape of EducationeLearning allows stylists with increased access to education from distant locations at a relatively low-cost — without the travel expense or time commitment...
February 12 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
How-To: Ruffled Waves with Sam VillaWith the onset of texture and natural looking styles, waves are the new go-to style of the season. While they’ve evolved, everything from beachy and loose to...
January 29 2018 / Sam Villa Professional
How to Create the Perfect Beach WavesThe key to it-girl hair this year was keeping things effortless. Among those looks, beachy waves rose to the top of everyone’s wish list. While you may have ...