Andrew Carruthers, co-owner of Lunatic Fringe Sugarhouse in Salt Lake City, Utah, is the one of our new favorite stalking victims. Not only is he incredibly talented (hello! He shot, edited and did the hair for his NAHA) but also humble . He recently signed on to be the first Sam...

NAHA 2013 is right around the corner! I caught up with my favorite quirky eccentric nominee this year… Lizz Knaphus. I knew I was going to meet a fun, energetic, & whimsical stylist… while she is filled with all those traits, I also discovered an extremely likable &...

  PRAVANA’s Show Us Your Vivid’s contest is back – and better than ever! This year Pravana has teamed up with behindthechair.com to offer the contest winner the ultimate prize package. Starting June 1st, students and stylists can enter their dreamiest color...

Don’t go into #NAHA2013 blind…  Research is a key ingredient in efficient stalking.  If you want to call yourself a Hair Nerd,  then you better brush up on this year’s NAHA knowledge and be ready to go into full #NerdStalking mode at any second. Allow us to help you...

The NAHA nomination video aired and we all sat on the edge of our seats! It truly is a fascinating moment. What ends up happening is, as the nominations flash across the screen, you naturally begin to pick your favorites! And when the Ali Deveraux collection came up, my inner nerd knew that...

The 3rd Annual Wella Student Competition has become one of the most exciting Student Competitions in the hair world. This competition gives young student stylists a huge platform to create and display their work, meet amazing Super Hair-os and exposes them to a whole new realm of the...

Even though we are California girls and shiver at temperatures in the mid-50′s,  we are headed to America’s Beauty Show in Chicago this weekend to brave the snow!   Typically at a show, we immerse ourselves in education all day because the thought of missing an incredible class...

THE DEADLINE: The deadline for entries is January 25, 2013. DOWNLOAD THE RULES & ENTRY FORM NOW or call 800.648.2505. WHAT’S NEW FOR STARS 2013? New Categories! More Awards! Special Prizes! DOWNLOAD THE RULES & ENTRY FORM NOW! THE CATEGORIES Makeover Expert Photos to...

You have been counting down the weeks until the International Salon and Spa Expo in Long Beach, CA for months, but now that the show is nearing you are starting to panic.  With over 40,000 attendees,  it is easy to get overwhelmed… Fear not, our hair loving friends… The Hair Nerds...

  This competition will consist of three categories. The contestant must choose only one of the following categories to compete in and send in a before and after photo.  (Rules and Regulations) 1) Wella Professionals 2) Clairol Professional 3) Sebastian Professional. Once a contestant...

ISSE Long Beach, Jan. 26-28, 2013; Long Beach Convention Center It is EXACTLY one month until ISSE Long Beach !!!!    We adore this show for more reasons than are possible to list, but mostly because the education is killer.  If you are going to shows and not taking classes then your Hair...

  Sebastian Professional’s What’s Next Awards (WNA) is NOT just another hairstyling competition. Sebastian is looking for new and established talent who dare to CREATE WHAT’S NEXT. It’s your time to shine. Are you ready to showcase your talent and style for the big stage?...

    With the slogan “Enter or Mentor,” not only does TrendVision spark creativity, but it inspires industry unity by sharing knowledge with each other. “TREND VISION IS ABOUT INSPIRING OTHERS AND LOVING WHAT YOU DO. ONLY THEN CAN YOU MAKE YOUR MARK AND CREATE SIGNATURE...

  What is a hair show without a little friendly competition? Students to Hair Veterans can participate in these hair battles held at the biggest west coast hair show.   Students ( Juniors ) Sunday, January 29, 2012 Located in the Regency Ballroom BC, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Cannot...

    About Junior Style Stars… Junior Style Stars is for the enhancement of careers in the cosmetology field through providing the platform for the future hairstylist to develop their artistic skills. Unlike other competitions, Junior Style Stars allows all students, regardless of...

What is NAHA …. The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), the most prestigious photographic beauty competition in North America, celebrates the artistry and skill of the professional salon industry. Each year, individuals are recognized in 13 categories of excellence during a...

    Featuring the following 5 judges: Lois Christie – President/Intercoiffure Vivienne Mackinder – Fashion Director/Intercoiffure Amy Dodds – Executive Editor/Launchpad Magazine Mary Brunetti – Native New Yorker and an icon of the hair industry Luis Alvarez – VP of...

Beacon is a part of PBA Beauty Week which is held in cooperation the North American Hairstyling Awards and Cosmoprof North America at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, NV. Beacon provides the nation’s most promising cosmetology students with education and...

RISING STARS 2012 We’re looking for High Fashion! We’re giving Runway Recognition! And lots of Publicity! DOWNLOAD RULES  & ENTRY FORM NOW! WHO CAN WIN? Any student currently enrolled in a cosmetology program at an accredited beauty school. You may enter as an individual or as a team...