The latest issue of SalonEVO North America is OUT NOW.
Welcome to issue 14 of SalonEVO North America! This issue is all about evolving, adapting, accepting, and embracing change, and that is what EVO is all about! While this fast-paced industry is continuously changing, we are proud to be a constant and reliable source for informative and inspirational content, to keep you up-to-date with everything you need to know to stay ahead of the trends and as this industry EVO-lves!
ABS RECAP
Before we dive into our features, we kick off this issue by recapping all the fun we had at America’s Beauty Show in Chicago in April. We caught up with Nick Stenson to talk about the great success of the event, and all the fun we had with the exclusive SalonEVO X Ulta Beauty Photo Booth! Flip through the pages to check out all of our gorgeous ‘cover stars’ and pick your favourite!
PRIDE
We then dive into our first feature which is inspired by Pride. It is about celebrating the diversity and acceptance in this industry, while also spreading awareness and education on how you can promote inclusivity for all genders, sexualities, and identities in your salon. Featuring advice and stories from Salon deZEN, the Dress Code Project, and Taylor Leven. As well as many other salons and businesses that are making moves to make this industry more accepting, tolerant, and inclusive.
TECHNOLOGY
Along the lines of embracing change, this issue we talk about the latest innovations in technology, that can help you streamline your business, increase profit, and make more time for doing the things you love. We caught up with Ted Gibson and Jason Backe to talk about their futuristic salon, Starring. We also discuss everything from the practical to the futuristic, from handy apps, booking software, AI-enabled digital hair color systems, to VR, and microchip manicures.
TEXTURE
Next, we take on texture. From techniques, and products, to what we need to be doing in this industry to make it a more diverse place. We talk to industry icons, such as Michelle O’Connor, Daisy (Daze) Henson, and Angela Stevens about embracing and protecting the curl and the best products and tools for creating show-stopping looks.
NAIL SALON INTERIORS
Finally, we talk nail salon interiors, and the best furniture and tech to complement your mani-pedis. We catch up with the queen of bling herself, Ms Jenny Bui, to talk about incorporating sparkle into every aspect of salon life. Whether your salon is all about the bling or is cool and chill, you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your aesthetic for functionality, and vice versa!
Get your hands on the latest edition here.