Writing Portfolio

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In-Depth Reporting

New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 witnessed not one, but two momentous events on September 8th, 2023: the Black Beauty Excellence Luncheon and “BIG MOTION: An HBCU Runway” show...

SalonCentric Uplifts Black Beauty Excellence This New York Fashion Week SS 2024

September 17th, 2023

Beauty professionals from across the industry are coming together September 17, 2023, for the launch of Beauty With a Purpose (@beautywithapurposefoundation)...

Beauty With A Purpose: Celebrating Empowerment And Inspiration

September 4th, 2023

BeauTex introduces an innovative line of sustainable fashion workwear with a debut collection co-designed by hair industry icon Tabatha Coffey. This new collection takes a powerful step forward in fighting the leading environmental and ethical issues produced by the fashion industry...

BeauTex Launches Sustainable Salon Workwear

November 3rd, 2022

To gain a better understanding of how stylists can effectively communicate with D/deaf or hard of hearing clients, we spoke with Thomasena Brown (@sassations), a licensed cosmetology instructor, Sign Language Interpreter, and Pravana Senior Artistic Educator...

Best Practices For Serving D/deaf Clients

April 13th, 2023

In recent years, the ”skinification” of hair has made an epic impact on stylists’ traditional haircare methods. This trending approach to hair recognizes that scalp is skin too, and blurs the lines of what was once considered just skincare and just haircare...

Scalp Facials And The Skinification Of Hair

August 3rd, 2023

Inspired by Juneteenth, Ashtae has created a celebratory collection called “Freedom Crowns” featuring the photography of Cendino Teme (@cendinoteme_) and hair by stylists Kim Phlegm (@kim_phlegm)...

Ashtae’s Juneteenth-Inspired Collection

June 16th, 2022

Listicles and Product Roundups

For stylists, knowing the difference in loc styles is crucial in helping meet their clients’ hair goals and concerns. And for their clients, having a stylist who understands various loc styles is just as important because...

Understanding 7 Loc Styles to Embrace Natural Hair Journeys

January 11th, 2024

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Over the years, Black women’s hair has become an integral reflection of Black history. It tells the story of social, political, and cultural experiences dominating the times...

9 Iconic Hair Moments In Black Pop Culture History

February 7th, 2023

In celebration of this month’s National Lipstick Day, makeup artists are embracing the Barbie makeup aesthetic, incorporating all things pink, bold, and feminine to tap into the spirit of nostalgia meets modernity...

Pucker Up For National Lipstick Day

July 26th, 2023

National Hyaluronic Acid Day, established by La Roche-Posay, takes the spotlight on January 21st, making it the perfect time to dive into this skincare ingredient and learn more about this hydration hero...

11 Hyaluronic Acid Products To Hydrate Skin And Hair

January 18th, 2024

Summer is finally here and it's National Sunscreen Day, which means it’s time to break out the sunscreen for enjoying a sun-kissed season without the worry of UV damage...

The 9 Best Sunscreens For Your Client’s Skin Concerns

May 24th, 2023

Every beauty professional knows a good skincare routine is crucial for maintaining healthy, glowing skin, especially during the hottest time of the year...

Top Face Cleansers To Try For National Cleanse Your Skin Week

August 5th, 2023

Beauty Industry News

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SalonCentric, in partnership with L’Oréal USA, has launched the 2024 Inclusive Beauty Fund, which provides financial support and resources to small businesses and entrepreneurs across the beauty industry...

SalonCentric and L’Oréal USA Launch Second Edition Of Inclusive Beauty Fund

February 22nd, 2024

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA), whose mission is to advocate and fight for the rights and professionalism of the beauty industry, is thrilled to announce the winners...

North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) 2024 Winners

June 2nd, 2024

On November 17th, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring Cosmetology State Board licensing to include training, education and testing on all hair types and textures...

A New Texture Education Law Passes In New York

December 5th, 2023

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On April 2nd, 2023, the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) announced the winners of the 34th North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) in Anaheim, California...

Winners of the 34th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards

April 2nd, 2023

Event Coverage

New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 witnessed not one, but two momentous events on September 8th, 2023: the Black Beauty Excellence Luncheon and “BIG MOTION: An HBCU Runway” show...

SalonCentric Uplifts Black Beauty Excellence This New York Fashion Week SS 2024

September 17th, 2023

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In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month Heritage Month, members of the beauty community came together for an inspiring “Coffee & Culture Fireside Chat”...

SalonCentric Celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian And Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Month

March 8th, 2024

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In celebration of Black History Month, members of the beauty community came together for an inspiring "Coffee & Culture Fireside Chat" featuring SalonCentric #ItTakesAPro Team artists and educators...

SalonCentric Celebrates Inaugural Coffee And Culture Fireside Chat

February 19th, 2024

In celebration of Women’s History Month, women of the local beauty community came together for an inspiring brunch featuring SalonCentric #ItTakesAPro Team artist and salon owner Kendra Alia (@iamkendraalia)....

SalonCentric Celebrates Women’s History Month Brunch

March 27th, 2024

Brand Interviews and Features

Gelish emerged in 2009 as a revolutionary brand for nail artistry from visionary nail industry legend Danny Haile. Quickly becoming a go-to brand for nail technicians and salons worldwide, Gelish was brought to life...

Brand Spotlight: Gelish

April 29th, 2024

With the goal of embracing all hair types and textures, Essations hit the haircare scene in 2015, with the promise of providing the best products for the Black community....

Get To Know: Essations

January 25th, 2024

In the beauty industry, each brand, product or tool has a unique story and purpose. But when it comes to hair care, the brand Ashtae distinguishes itself with the mission to be a trailblazer for innovation, diversity and inclusive education...

Brand Spotlight: Ashtae

March 10th, 2024

Welcoming all hair types and textures, Briogeo burst onto the hair care scene in 2013, taking the industry by storm with its natural, ingredient-led formulas and ethos of inclusivity...

Get To Know: Briogeo

August 1st, 2023

In the world of hair care, we’re often forced to choose between clean formulas and effective products. Determined to solve this problem, UNITE Founder and CEO Andrew Dale, has made it his brand’s mission to provide stylists with hair care solutions...

Brand Spotlight: UNITE

March 24th, 2024

As part of the ongoing effort to deliver customers a best-in-class shopping experience, SalonCentric has launched a new Services category to its Online Exclusives...

Introducing Glammatic: The Newest Addition To SalonCentric's Services Category

September 12th, 2023

Beauty Professional and Industry Expert Features

Tonisha Scott (@missprettynish), SalonCentric #ItTakesAPro Team Artist, stylist and salon owner, opened her salon with the goal of helping women of all hair types and textures fall back in love with their hair...

Artist Spotlight: Tonisha Scott

January 25th, 2024

Meet Kendra Alia (@iamkendraalia), a powerhouse in the beauty industry who has dedicated the past 11 years to carving out a successful career as an educator, stylist, salon owner and SalonCentric #ItTakesAPro Team Artist...

Artist Spotlight: Kendra Alia

March 3rd, 2024

LA-based hairstylist, educator, Matrix Ambassador and SalonCentric #ItTakesAProTeam Artist Philip Wolff has worked to break the mold of the stereotypical male hairdresser and to redefine the image...

Artist Spotlight: Philip Wolff

May 12th, 2024

Canadian nail artist, Winnie Huang (@winnieisawesome) began her career in 2013 and despite having just two years of experience at the time of "NAILS Next Top Nail Artist" season three, she took home the winning title in 2015...

Artist Spotlight: Winnie Huang

May 21st, 2024