John Frieda along with some top salons in Boston, have launched HAIRraising, an organization that brings together the salon industry to raise money for Children’s Hospital Boston. HAIRraising plans to raise funds during the month of May and are looking for salons all over the country to participate.

Children’s Hospital is one of the best and biggest medical research hospitals in the world. However, due to the current economic climate, donations have slowed and that has impacted the works of Children’s Hospital Boston that rely heavily on charitable contributions.

John Frieda says, “We in the salon industry have a unique ability to lend a “helping hand” and make sure our children continue to receive the care they so desperately need. “ His initiative in the form of HAIRraising, plans to bring the salon community together to raise money for a critical cause, and a chance (for salons) to win prizes generously donated by icons of the hair industry.

Participating in HAIRraising is easy and will require very little of your time. If you are a salon owner, you need to register your salon today and during the month of May, ask your patrons to add $1 or more to their bill. You can then send in your donations by June 11, 2010 to make sure all the needy children continue to receive the care they so desperately need.

While raising funds, salons will also have the ability to win prizes and publicize their participation in HAIRraising. Some of the prizes include lunch with Frieda, helping Orlando Pita at a fashion show in New York, assisting Serge Normant on a celebrity shoot, tuition to a two-day seminar at the Arrojo Academy and an opportunity to work closely with Sally Hershberger, Danilo and Rita Hazan.

“This is your chance to join with some of the biggest names in the salon industry and across Massachusetts and save a child’s life in the process” says John Frieda. Register your salon for HAIRraising today and also encourage other salons in your area to register online.

To register your salon for HAIRraising, click here

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Bravo’s creative hair-styling competition series Shear Genius saw the elimination of another stylist in Episode 5. Amy Michleb from Toronto, Canada was eased off as she could not impress the judges during the elimination challenge.

Amy is a young and dynamic stylist who is actively involved in the hair industry. She was the youngest stylist on Shear Genius season 3 which has gone international for the first time. Her elimination means that the competition is over for the youngest competitor.

The elimination challenge on Episode 5 of Shear Genius 3 was that the women will be styled in 1940’s hairstyles of finger waves and pin curls. The guest judge was Robert Vetica, a Hollywood hairstylist.

The stylists were given a challenge in which their models had husbands who were all currently serving in the military overseas. Their hair had to be given a 1940s style so that the women looked beautiful when they filmed messages to their men.

Amy, April and Janine found themselves among the bottom three as judges gave their verdict. Amy struggled because her hairstyle was turning 1930’s depression era. The judges came down on Amy, telling her that it wasn’t a style, it was a set, and that led to her elimination from Shear Genius season 3.

Amy’s husband – Woody Michleb, an award winning stylist himself was featured on ScissorBoy’s cosmetology program. In that episode, he demonstrated new hairstyling trends for Fall/Winter 2009.

After Amy’s elimination from Shear Genius 3, there are seven stylists who will now compete for the ultimate prize of $100,000 and prove they are the best of the bunch.

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Allison Iraheta haircut is one of the most popular styles to flaunt these days. It is her hair color that makes it look more vibrant and playful than her actual style which is styled with professional hair shears.

Allison Iraheta who is famous for her smoky voice, electric fashion burgundy red hair color, edgy textures and creative fringes made her return to the “American Idol” stage yesterday. She was present for the show’s Top 24 result show on Thursday night, February 25. The teen rocker who finished fourth on season 8 delivered her first televised performance of from debut album “Just Like You”.

Allison Iraheta has a shaggy hairstyle that has lot of volume on the top of her head and bold bangs that are heavier on one side. Professional hair shears must be used to achieve Allison Iraheta’s hairstyle which stands out because of the vibrant red-violet color.

Allison is rocking a very new trendy haircut which is a medium cut with lots of layers, flip out ends, a side sweep bang, and lots of volume. To get a bold Red color like Allison Iraheta, you can choose either a permanent color or a semi-color.

To get that shaggy look start by applying mousse onto damp hair. With the help of a round brush, blow dry two-inch sections of hair. Make sure you apply upward tension at the root for achieving the lift and then turn the brush several times to roll the length under. Apply some pomade while slightly twisting thin pieces around your face.

If you want you can end up the job with the help of a finishing spray to achieve that Allison Iraheta haircut.

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Celebrity hair is often the most desired style that every salon has to entertain. Many of us like to sport a similar hairstyle that our favorite celebrity is flaunting.

To get that celebrity hair, some try to cut and style their hair at home. However, sometimes hair cutting at home can lead to messy hair and that’s why visiting a salon is a better option.

If you are one of those who failed to get a celebrity hairstyle at home, then you must be nervous about the messy state of your hair. But don’t worry, you can easily convert your current style (whatever it may be) to get Alexis Bledel hair bangs.

Hair bangs are used to fully or partially cover the forehead area of the face. People with a large forehead try to minimize it by getting Alexis Bledel hair bangs. There are various ways to add bangs to different hairstyles in order to create very beautiful looks for any occasion.

The Gilmore Girl star – Alexis Bledel uses bangs to change and create different celebrity hairstyles. The hair color of the gorgeous American actress/model is brown and it suits her face and enhances her beautiful eyes.

If your hair color is not brown and you are trying to copy Alexis Bledel’s hair bangs, then you should first think of coloring your hair. Almost any shade in the brown category will do, but make sure it suits your face.

After coloring your hair, now you need to allow your bangs to make a bold statement. To do that, pull the length back and secure into place with hair pins. Then piece your bangs by applying a small amount of pomade on your fingertips.

You are now ready to flaunt your celebrity hairstyle inspired by Alexis Bledel hair bangs!

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Hair loss is something most women never think about, but for a huge number of men it can be a massive and upsetting problem. Generally, nearly half of men experience noticeable hair loss by the age of 35, while others feel affected by their 60s. However, Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) promises hope for men to tackle hair loss.

It’s a terrible feeling for men who go bald in their thirties. The celebrities are so driven to hide their baldness that they too opt for various hair weaving procedures. Remember, how Hollywood royalty John Travolta threaded a weave through his remaining locks!

Follicular Unit Extraction is one of the two primary methods of hair-transplantation. In this procedure, hair transplantation surgeons take excess hair from the back of the head and implant it in balding and thinning areas on the top or front of the head. FUE enables one to harvest finer hair from the nape of the neck to be used at the hairline or for eyebrows

The biggest advantage of Follicular Unit Extraction is that men will only need to go through the process once or twice in their lives because once the follicle is in place it will continue to grow naturally. FUE does not leave a linear scar and hence it is used for patients who want to wear their hair very short.

Men who suffer from excessive hair loss usually opt for some medications and drugs. Some also prefer to wear wigs and those who don’t consider losing their hair as an embarrassment prefer to sport their natural hair.

However, Follicular Unit Extraction or FUE hair transplantation is fantastic because it removes the problems with wigs and plugs. Also, there are no scars, there’s no pain and it looks natural.

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Dining For Change, a very successful charitable outreach program for the beauty industry, is scheduled to be held in March 2010. The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) and the National Cosmetology Association (NCA) have recently announced this event which is held twice a year.

Dining For Change invites beauty professionals to network, share, enjoy each other’s company over a meal and raise money for a good cause. This grassroots philanthropy effort makes fundraising easy on a local level and allows participants to make a difference for those impacted by cancer, domestic violence and natural disasters. The first Dining for Change initiative had successfully raised $100,000 during March and October 2009, where beauty professionals across the country gathered at hundreds of dinners on a local level.

Getting involved with Dining For Change is easy! The registration process along with the rules for donations and other terms & conditions can be found on NCA’s website.

Many beauty professionals and their colleagues have successfully hosted Dining For Change events and so can you! As a host, you decide on the kind of event (formal / informal dinner), number of invited guests, location and suggested charitable donation by each guest.  Gatherings can vary from ultra casual to sophisticated chic – it’s up to you! Each guest makes a voluntary donation which is then combined with the donations of others across the country to elevate the collective giving of all.

Like last year, NCA is inviting beauty professionals to:
•    Host a get together with your fellow professionals, co-workers, business associates and/or clients
•    Encourage others to host their own get togethers as part of a national network of professionals
•    Promote your support of Dining For Change and the industry related charities it benefits
•    Support the good work of “Look Good…Feel Better” programs for cancer patients and the Salons Against Domestic Abuse Fund’s CUT IT OUT program and the NCA Disaster Relief Fund.

PBA – NCA’s Dining For Change is a grassroots fundraising initiative based on a new and growing model of localized charitable work called ‘giving circles’ – groups of individuals networked with other small groups to make a difference. All the Dining For Change contributions go to support the work of Look Good…Feel Better, CUT IT OUT, and the PBA – NCA Disaster Relief Fund. So you end up working for three worthy causes by organizing an event like this.

Be the change that you want to see in our world. Spread the word amongst beauty professionals to be a Dining For Change host in March. To get started, visit www.ncacares.org/diningforchange

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Diana Schmidtke is a well known personality in the hair industry. She is the woman who keeps Hollywood’s leading men like George Clooney, Viggo Mortensen, Matt Damon and Taylor Lautner looking their best.

Diana is a freelance stylist who specializes in men’s grooming, style and hair care. She is currently based in Los Angeles and has styled clients on film sets and photo shoots, and her work has been featured in Esquire, Men’s Journal, Vogue, GQ, New York Times, W Magazine, and InStyle.

Diana has been a Men’s Hair Stylist for over 10 years and was featured on ScissorBoy’s online cosmetology show. She provided extremely valuable freelancing tips for stylists. In that episode she stressed on the importance of having a portfolio and how to get clients while working as a freelance stylist. You can check out Diana’s portfolio here

With a client list comprising who’s who of Hollywood stars, Diana Schmidtke is often approached for her insider knowledge and the ultimate question “How did you make it?” She answers the question by saying – “If I can do it, so can you!”

To help professional stylists, she has authored a book – SHORTCUTS – To a successful career as a Hairstylist or Make-up artist in the fashion and entertainment industries. It’s an amazing book for all stylists at all levels providing valuable insights into this amazing and lucrative career. The book is currently on Sale for limited time and can be ordered by visiting – www.shortcutsthebook.com

Diana is often featured on television shows guiding on various aspects of skin care for men. Recently she was featured on the Oprah Winfrey show. She presented “6 Steps to a Great Shave” in which she gave her expert advice on the right way to shave, how to prevent ingrown hairs, proper eyebrow maintenance and more!

Diana has lent her support to various endeavors in the hair & beauty industry. She also offers targeted courses to empower others so that the beauty industry can grow and prosper as it has for so many years.

Diana Schmidtke can be contacted at her website – www.dianaschmidtke.com

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Cosmetology education is an interesting field that promises a great career. Whether you are a student or a stylist, you need to keep yourself updated with the latest trends and techniques in the hair & beauty industry to become a better cosmetologist.

There are different branches in which cosmetology education is imparted. After the basic training, one can specialize to become a Stylist, Barber, Colorist, Manicurist, Nail Technician, etc. You can use your creative skills and talents in cosmetology like no other profession.

Many people select careers that allow them to achieve global recognition. If you are passionate about hair and beauty, then this industry will allow you to reach for the stars. Cosmetology is fun and a creative profession that will take you virtually anywhere.

There are many stylists in this industry that started with basic cosmetology education and went on to achieve massive appreciation for their work. Ivan Zoot is the world’s fastest haircutter who has three amazing world records to his credit. He is popularly known as ClipperGuy and has been a strong advocate of clipper cutting.

It’s worth noting that cosmetology education does not only make better barbers and stylists who work in salons, but also offers an opportunity to work with red carpet celebrities. Neeko is one such stylist who is known throughout the world as the celebrity stylist of choice for great stars like Halle Berry, Charlize Theron, Tyra Banks and many more.

To be a part of the hair industry is a great feeling for any stylist and to be appreciated for their efforts, one has to start with cosmetology education. It lays the basic foundation which can be built up with regular efforts.

The best part is that cosmetologists have strong employment opportunities across the world. While some choose to work as Freelance stylists, many even go into business for themselves. That’s why choosing the right cosmetology training program is so important. The best programs establish you on the path to getting yourself recognized on a global platform.

To know more about cosmetology education programs, visit www.scissorboy.com

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The New Year has just begun and we have started witnessing a lot of celebrity hairstyles. Men and women are heading to salons to get new looks for 2010. Celebrity hair needs to be styled with care and stylists make use of professional hair shears while dealing with celebrities.

It was Britney Spears who started 2010 with a new celebrity hairstyle. Britney went Brunette again and was spotted with her new ‘do in a hotel. Brit had been showing off her trademark blonde locks for months until she got a new darker hair color.

The surprising celebrity hairstyle of 2010 (so far) has been that of Lady Gaga who sported a new hair color at the Fontainebleau in Miami. Perhaps bored of her platinum strands, which experienced a host of transformations in 2009, the Paparazzi singer had taken her blonde ambition to the next level, opting for a shade of sunny flaxen that is ambitious indeed.

Lady Gaga hairstyles were very weird in 2009 as one of her styles looked like a massive dome. Celebrity hairstyles can be unconventional at times and Lady GaGa is one celebrity who makes them look ridiculous at times.

Recently, Kate Gosselin ditched her famous short spiky ‘do and started the new year off with an old (for her) hairstyle. Thanks to hair extensions, Kate’s blonde locks are now long and lush. It is reported that celebrity hairstylist Ted Gibson, spent nearly 20 hours last week meticulously adding hundreds of extensions to Kate Gosselin’s hair.

We are just one week old in 2010 and have already seen some high profile celebrities sporting new styles. It seems that 2010 will be a year of celebrity hairstyles!

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Cosmetology education is becoming one of the most preferred courses for students today. The hair industry promises tremendous growth in 2010 meaning that the industry will require large number of qualified cosmetologists. National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences predict that employment opportunities will increase by 30 percent in 2010.

So who is called a cosmetologist and where can one gain cosmetology education?

In simple terms, a cosmetologist is an individual who performs hair-cutting, coloring, styling, manicures, pedicures, makeup, etc. either in a professional salon or as an independent consultant. One has to earn a cosmetology license to practice as a cosmetologist for which training in cosmetology is essential.

Cosmetology education is primarily essential because it lays the foundation for a strong career. There are various roles that one can adopt after undergoing cosmetology education, such as Hairstylist, Manicurist, Shampooer, etc. However, it is essential to undergo primary training before deciding to specialize in a particular field.

Licensing and training requirements are different for each of the roles mentioned above. You can check the Licensing requirements for your state by visiting the website of Beauty Schools.

As far as the educational requirements are concerned, one must have graduated from a state-licensed cosmetology school to become a licensed cosmetologist. The rules vary for different states and cosmetology courses to be studied in private beauty schools, community colleges, high schools, technical and vocational schools.

The best way to undergo training in cosmetology is by following online cosmetology education programs like the Cutting Edge Hair Show. This online TV and video education series from ScissorBoy is designed for professional hairstylists, salon owners and cosmetology students.

The primary goal of this online cosmetology education program is to provide ten minutes of high quality, step by step education and video instructions to stylists. Students also get to learn the best and latest techniques from top stylists who are regularly featured on this show.

Subscribe to ScissorBoy’s online cosmetology education program here – www.scissorboy.com

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