INSPIRED.

It's that time of year.
Springtime in New York. Also known as, International Beauty Show week!
In case you don't already know, allow me to share with you a not so little event that is sooo very necessary to your beauty culture. This event covers absolutely EVERYTHING the world needs to continue to be a prettier place day after day! It is a "For Professionals Only" event. So, you need an Industry license (or currently be enrolled in a cosmetology school) to attend. There are more than 100 educational classes,  including cutting, coloring, make-up, nails and business classes. Industry legends grace the MainStage with brilliantly, creative performances. There are miles of exhibits and in-booth education taking place throughout the day, with thousands of products and tools to enhance your creativity! The event is 3 days in total. And attendees can choose to attend all 3, or 2 or 1, depending on what their schedule allows. I can speak with confidence saying that 1 day is NEVER enough! Sadly, I personally was unable to stay and play for all 3 days, as I would like. But I did make sure to squeeze as much as I possibly could out of my Sunday! Enjoy some highlights from my day!

1st stop : Rhythm of Hair, presented by Woody & Amy Michleb: Master Colorists, International Judges & passionate educators!

Next: A visit with Mr. & Mrs. Empire Beauty School, Frank & Karie Schoeneman

I have the pleasure of spending my days  with  Empire Beauty School, creating opportunities for people to improve their lives = BEST part of my every day!

Trend Forecasts in Scissor & Razor Cutting (one of my faves)

Nick Arrojo : Masters of Beauty : Empire Beauty School

always inspiring. always real. beautiful pixi razor crops, texture, full bangs, asymmetry. truly inspiring collection.

the trend? texture and curl revolution - lead by professional stylists! Be part of the "movement"!!

ARROJO introduced the AMERICAN WAVE SYSTEM:

featuring modern ionic technology the American Wave System is an exclusive professional wave and texture enhancing service that stylists can use to create cascading beachy waves to expanded textures to on-cue curls. Texture for our fashion-forward clientele!

Certification is required to offer this exclusive service!

Nick did NOT stop ALL DAY LONG. Hard worker, for sure!

Martin Parsons shared The Beauty of Long Hair

what can i say : genius

he put together beautiful, elegant updo's in under 15 minutes each. great tips & tricks (love his bobbypin tricks)  Favorite piece of advice from Mr. Parsons  was to inspire clients and other stylists by wearing YOUR hair up! DO IT UP!

Other highlights included;

 : KERATIN COMPLEX  Look & Learn Certification Classes :

:Sassoon Academy Hot Rod Collection, Look & Learn Seminar:

:The Art of Highlighting with Adrienne Rogers of Product Club, Owner of HUSH Salon in Philadelphia and Senior Colorist at Cutler Salon in New York City:

:Get ready for your TV Close-up with Noreen Young, make-up artist:

:Bridal Make-up to Perfection = Pinnacle Cosmetics:

So much to see and do, never enough time! If you are a stylist on the East Coast this is the Main Event for you! West Coast, IBS comes to Las Vegas  in June!

Stay in the know and in the game!

There are many hairshows and educational events taking place all year long, all over the world. Trends and techniques are ever changing! Be on top of your craft, strive to be the best, and learn as much as you can, and clients will search for you! Give the people what they want !

Next up, Fashion Focus , Baltimore MD!  Hope to see my fellow stylists there!

And clients, just WAIT til you get in the chair! Inspiration overload!!!!

Have a great hair day

~ Celina

Bianca, Jessika  & Me

takin a minute to take a pic :)

work in progress

So the seasons are changing and it always causes a burst of self-reflection for me. I don't know why exactly but I feel like maybe it has something to do with an end and a beginning. At some point, someone, somewhere has asked you "where do you want to be in 5 years" and most of the time you can answer with a pretty good idea of what you hope to have accomplished over the course of those years. I truly did not see my present day in my future 5 years ago! I had plans to continue my education with Paul Mitchell and work toward educating for the brand. I can't pinpoint when it happened, but I was totally taken off course and in an entirely different direction, and it has really been one of the biggest blessings in my life! In less than 5 years I went from being a freelance writer and 10 year stylist and salon owner, to a student educator, to a salon level educator, to an educator in training instructor, to a student salon team leader as well as a blogger and editor at large for the hottest new industry magazine, teacher of the year, hair removal specialist, and mentor for new stylists. I love the level of involvement I have within our amazing Industry and thank God every day for allowing me to do what comes so naturally to me for a living. I am just beginning to get my feet wet! I cant wait to see what the next 5 years have in store for me! Thanks for being part of my evolution.