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Explore my published articles and editorial work, including brand storytelling, trend reports, product education, and marketing content created for beauty, fashion, wellness, and lifestyle audiences.

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

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...

September 17, 2023
Thomasena Brown
Best Practices For Serving D/deaf Clients

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...

April 13, 2023
BeauTex Sustainable Work Wear
BeauTex Launches Sustainable Salon Workwear

BeauTex introduces an innovative line of sustainable fashion workwear with a debut collection co-designed by hair industry icon Tabatha Coffey...

November 3, 2022
Silk Press Article
The Silk Press Survival Guide: How to Maintain a Silk Press

Discover how to maintain a long-lasting silk press with expert tips on care, products, and styling techniques. Learn how often to get a silk press and avoid damage...

April 1, 2025
Beauty With a Purpose
Beauty With A Purpose: Celebrating Empowerment And Inspiration

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

September 4, 2023
SalonCentric Coffee and Culture Fireside Chat BHM
SalonCentric Celebrates Inaugural Coffee And Culture Fireside Chat

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...

February 19, 2024
Ashtae’s Juneteenth-Inspired Collection
Ashtae’s Juneteenth-Inspired Collection

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)...

June 16, 2022
Hair Damage Article
7 Everyday Things That Are Secretly Damaging Your Hair

Discover the everyday habits that may be secretly damaging your hair and learn how to protect your strands for healthier, stronger hair...

April 1, 2025
UNITE haircare brand spotlight
Brand Spotlight: UNITE

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...

March 24, 2024
Hair and Scalp Detox Article
Hair or Scalp Detox? How to Detox Hair Based on Your Scalp Concerns

Discover how to detox your hair and scalp based on specific concerns. Learn effective methods for achieving healthier, more manageable hair...

April 1, 2025
AANHPI Month Article
SalonCentric Celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian And Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Month

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”...

March 8, 2024
Kendra Alia artist spotlight
Artist Spotlight: Kendra Alia

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...

March 3, 2024
Best Sunscreen Product Roundup
The 9 Best Sunscreens For Your Client’s Skin Concerns

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...

May 24, 2023
National Lipstick Day Product Roundup
Pucker Up For National Lipstick Day

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...

July 26, 2023
Philip Wolff artist spotlight
Artist Spotlight: Philip Wolff

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

May 12, 2024
Loc Styles
Understanding 7 Loc Styles to Embrace Natural Hair Journeys

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...

January 11, 2024
North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) 2023
Winners of the 34th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards

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

April 2, 2023
Deep Conditioning Tips Article
Deep Conditioning 101: How to help Repair and Care for Bleached Hair

Discover expert tips for caring for bleached hair, including deep conditioning treatments and product recommendations to restore moisture and prevent damage...

May 1, 2025
Gelish brand spotlight
Brand Spotlight: Gelish

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...

April 29, 2024
Tonisha Scott artist spotlight
Artist Spotlight: Tonisha Scott

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...

January 5, 2024
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