How to Prepare for Your Bridal Trial
The bridal trial or preview is often referred to as one of the best spent hours before your wedding. Here's why and how to get the most out of your pre-bridal beauty sesh. First up to prepare, find and wear a dress or top in a similar shade and neckline as your...
The Queen of the Comeback and Her Walkout Comeback
Remember when you were at the top of your game? You had a ton of clients and thought you were the shit. You said to yourself... I’ll just sign a lease, just open my salon, just hire and train two other stylists and just get them really busy and life will be just...
Ask Alayne: What if I Want or Think I Need Hair Extensions for My Wedding?
Ask your stylist if they have extensions on-site or if you need to bring them in. At MMF, We have several shades of hair extensions for purchase on-site and can also custom order, or color and curl your extensions for your hair trial date and have them ready when you...
Stop The Walkouts New Instagram and Facebook Pages
I recently saw a story on Good Morning America and it got me thinking. Really thinking! In the story, a group of 80 woman doctors got together to create an instagram page that brought awareness to the insufficient and neglectful care that female black americans were...
Makeup Applications Post Covid
Well, just about everything has changed about the dream wedding you were planning, including how your makeup application will go. That also includes your trial session, engagement photos, and any photo shoots you were planning. In NYS, as of the writing of this blog...
Cut & Style Trends for Summer Brides
Warm weather has finally arrived and so has your big day! It’s been said that brides should wear their hair in a style they’re familiar with so they look like their natural self walking down the aisle. When your wedding is in the middle of Summer, I think we can all...
Why You Should Have Virtual Client Consultations Before Salon Reopening
For the past few months, things have been all over the place for everyone due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Businesses were forced to close, leaving clients to hide inside until they’re able to get their salon maintenance done once again. While having more time on their...
Finding the Right Glam Squad for Your Wedding
A glam squad is an essential part of the big day. The glam squad is responsible for prepping the bride and the entire bridal party to look photo-ready. In addition to getting the entire bridal party ready for the ceremony, a good glam squad will bring positive energy...
Major Benefits of Continuing Education for Salon Professionals
People who have passed through their education at beauty school may be wondering if they should go on to continue their cosmetology training. No matter what the craft, people should always seek to better themselves through education, and they can do this by taking a...
Four Bridal Beauty Hacks to Combat Humidity
Last month we highlighted beauty hacks for summertime weddings. As the summer months are fast approaching, so is the humidity. And while you’re already likely worrying about the hot, hot, heat, anticipating humidity in your bridal beauty routine is essential....