Following a Dream
We love following what’s happening with budding cosmetology students at Aveda Institutes far and wide. Their passion and drive are infectious. This year, we are excited to be shadowing our partner Monica Stevens (moknowshair.com) in her journey from beauty blogger
Essential Questions To Ask Your Colorist Before Changing Your Hair Color
When it comes to achieving head-turning hair color, a consultation and clear communication with your colorist are the golden tickets for a happy result. But if it’s your first time in a colorist’s chair, you want a dramatic change or
Take a Moment of Gratitude
Being grateful has been shown to improve our well-being and happiness, while elevating our energy, optimism and empathy1. But sometimes when things are going well we take them for granted, and when we are faced with challenges, we forget to
3 Steps to a Sensibly Cool Man Bun
We all know the guy who’s just the right amount of confident. He’s self-assured, but not at all arrogant; he’s present, and he knows where he’s headed; his clothes are on trend, but not perfect, and his hair? It’s effortlessly
The Spirit of Artistry and Innovation
Inspirational hair styling, striking and innovative cuts and vibrant color took over Minneapolis, Minnesota this past weekend as more than 3,500 Aveda professionals from 17 countries around the world converged for Aveda Congress 2015: Spirit. This global event celebrated hairdressing,
One Voice, One World
Climate change is one of the most critical issues facing the world today. This is why we joined forces with the National Audubon Society to urge leaders at the upcoming COP21 conference in Paris to reach a meaningful global agreement
Symphony of The Senses
Art emerged through the five elements of nature —Water, Earth, Infinity, Air, and Fire— at the Aveda Congress Spirit 2015 evening performance “Symphony of the Senses” created and presented by Aveda Global Creative Director Antoinette Beenders. Beauty, theatrics and inspirational hair techniques
Tonight’s The Night
Get ready for some serious artistic inspiration as we’re just a few hours from Aveda Global Creative Director Antoinette Beenders’ 2015 Congress Evening Performance Symphony of the Senses, which concludes the first day of Aveda Congress 2015: Spirit. Expect an
Fringe Benefits
This season’s style is all about fringe, as featured at the 2015 Intercoiffure Fall Atelier at the Waldorf Astoria New York. Held this week, the Atelier, produced by Intercoiffure America/Canada (ICA), is a prestigious organization made up of more than
Ingenious Short Cuts
While many of us love the idea of extra-long locks, if our hair is thinner than we’d like it to be (and there are plenty of us that feel that way), it’s best to keep hair above the shoulders for