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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Something Special: Shonda Harvey-Gayle - Taking the Leap",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1097031/something-special-shonda-harvey-gayle-taking-the-leap",
    "summary": "In an industry with so many options and opportunities, we asked these artists what made them niche down and choose a specialty. See Shonda Harvey-Gayle's perspective on specializing in extensions.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-10T18:42:14Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "How Smart Salon Owners Build New Revenue Without More Chairs or Stylists",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/salon-management/1097023/how-smart-salon-owners-build-new-revenue-without-more-chairs-or-stylists",
    "summary": "The NEXT level of salon growth is not always adding more appointments, stylists, or locations. For many established owners, it is about expanding vertically, improving margins, building new revenue streams from the foundation they have already created and REAL…",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-09T21:44:13Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Something Special: Stacey Ciceron - It Comes Naturally",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1097020/something-special-stacey-ciceron-it-comes-naturally",
    "summary": "In an industry with so many options and opportunities, we asked these artists what made them niche down and choose a specialty. See Stacey Ciceron's perspective on specializing in natural texture.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-09T21:22:18Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Are Cash Tips Putting Your Salon at Risk?",
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    "summary": "A practical playbook for enforcing tip reporting—without the drama.",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "How Data-Driven Salon Management Unlocks More Revenue",
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    "summary": "You already know how to run a great salon. You have the skill, the team, and the clientele. But in today’s market, instinct alone isn’t enough to scale. The salons growing the fastest aren’t just talented, they’re informed. They use their data to make smarter…",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Bringing Balance to Leadership",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1097008/bringing-balance-to-leadership",
    "summary": "When the owners at Genesis Salon and Spa disagree, they believe Manager Kyndell Walker brings the balance helping them find their way to resolution. See why they believe Walker is the perfect manager for carrying out their vision.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-09T20:24:52Z",
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    "title": "When Work Triggers Anxiety",
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    "summary": "Workplace pressure is higher than ever, but for many professionals, the real challenge isn’t workload — it’s the fear of being noticeably nervous and performing under pressure when speaking. Psychotherapist Jonathan Berent is a specialist in career performance…",
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    "title": "K18 Launches Pro Artist Program, A New Era of Hair Education by Stylists for Stylists",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096975/k18-launches-pro-artist-program-a-new-era-of-hair-education-by-stylists-for-styl",
    "summary": "The biotech-powered brand launches a global initiative designed to champion the educators and stylists shaping the future of the professional hair industry.",
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    "title": "K18 Launches Pro Artist Program, A New Era of Hair Education by Stylists for Stylists",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096975/k18-launches-pro-artist-program-a-new-era-of-hair-education-by-stylists-for-styl",
    "summary": "The biotech-powered brand launches a global initiative designed to champion the educators and stylists shaping the future of the professional hair industry.",
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    "title": "Stylist Life - Jerwin Carlos: Educator. Artist. Father. Hair Ninja.",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096983/stylist-life-jerwin-carlos-educator-artist-father-hair-ninja",
    "summary": "Get to know Jerwin Carlos, a fun-loving hairstylist and a member of Ulta Beauty's Artist Collective.",
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    "title": "Peptides Meet Skinimalism: Why Simpler Routines are Driving Smarter Ingredient Choices",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096979/peptides-meet-skinimalism-why-simpler-routines-are-driving-smarter-ingredient-ch",
    "summary": "New insight shows consumers are actively shifting toward 'skinimalism,' simper rountines built around fewer, harder-working ingredients. The one ingredient leading that shift? Peptides.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-08T17:47:36Z",
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    "title": "Expert Reveals 100 Self Sabotaging Habits Holding Women Back and How to Overcome Them",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096976/expert-reveals-100-self-sabotaging-habits-holding-women-back-and-how-to-overcome",
    "summary": "While most salon owners build their own offices, Beauty is still an industry dominated by woman. We thought Dr. Lois Frankel's book about the ways women sabotage themselves in business would offer some jewels of wisdom.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-08T00:31:02Z",
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    "title": "How Personalized Color Analysis is Elevating Salons and Stylists",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096964/how-personalized-color-analysis-is-elevating-salons-and-stylists",
    "summary": "A new certification course in personalized color analysis tailored to stylists is helping colorists improve their color services, while salon owners are tapping into image consultations as a new revenue stream.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-06T20:44:46Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "source": "NAILS Magazine",
    "title": "More Is More - Junk Nails: When Maximalism Meets Nail Art",
    "link": "https://www.nailsmag.com/1096958/more-is-more-when-maximalism-meets-nail-art",
    "summary": "Junk nails continue to steal the spotlight within the professional beauty industry.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-06T19:39:01Z",
    "host": "nailsmag.com"
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Aura 300 Enters the US Market, Bringing AI Revenue Infrastructure to American Salons",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096956/aura-300-enters-the-us-market-bringing-ai-revenue-infrastructure-to-american-sal",
    "summary": "An AI platform already trusted by salons across Australia, Ireland and the UK is expanding to the United States, with a focus on the data-driven salon community.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-06T17:12:32Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Step-by-Step: How to Create the Modern Ombre",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096943/step-by-steps-how-to-create-the-modern-ombre",
    "summary": "Create a look of quiet luxury with this modern take on ombré, featuring beautiful dimension and depth with strategic pops of blonde around the face and ends. The initial effect is bright and beautiful, with purposefully placed depth creating longevity as the h…",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-03T01:00:14Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Step-by-Step: How to Recreate This Refined Shag",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096931/how-to-recreate-this-refined-shag",
    "summary": "Get the steps to create this look, New Muse, which is a \"couture cut,\" that perfectly accentuates the client’s face shape and haircolor. Straight lines build structure, while soft, jagged, diffused lines showcase a delicate beauty.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-03T00:21:41Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "TruBeauty Concepts Celebrates 30 Years of Dedication to the Professional Beauty Industry",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096926/trubeauty-concepts-celebrates-30-years-of-dedication-to-the-professional-beauty-industry",
    "summary": "Their HOPE education center, located on a farm between Manhattan and Philadelphia, offers owners and stylists premier, technique-driven education.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-02T22:34:52Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "When Brides Should Start Facials",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096915/when-brides-should-start-facials",
    "summary": "Burke Williams Spa Co-Founder Theresa Armour shares her skincare recommendations to bridal clients.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-02T19:48:09Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Build AI-Powered Beauty Experiences in Minutes",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096912/build-ai-powered-beauty-experiences-in-minutes",
    "summary": "At this year's Data-Driven, an immersive hands-on workshop will allow attendees to experiment with virtual hairstyle and hair-color try-on and AI skin analysis--and leave with credits to continue playing with the technology in their own salons.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-02T18:28:44Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "title": "cdn-test",
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    "date_iso": "2026-04-02T08:18:16Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "From Consultation to Correction: Managing Expectations and Getting Color Right",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096809/why-toners-cant-fix-bad-color-and-other-truths",
    "summary": "A master colorist on why great hair color is never “simple.”",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-01T21:44:29Z",
    "host": "modernsalon.com"
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  {
    "id": "89ad365df883457bef57594f",
    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "From Consultation to Correction: Managing Expectation and Getting Color Right",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096809/why-toners-cant-fix-bad-color-and-other-truths",
    "summary": "A master colorist on why great hair color is never “simple.”",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-01T21:44:29Z",
    "host": "modernsalon.com"
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Beyond Facials Introduces Revolutionary Volume Boost Spicule Facial",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096907/beyond-facials-introduces-revolutionary-volume-boost-spicule-facial",
    "summary": "This non-invasive facial, often referred to as 'liquid microneedling,' offers a unique approach to skincare by delivering real collagen benefits without needles or downtime.",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-01T18:09:25Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "id": "f1bc85333ff0bdfaf0425a6f",
    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "The Benefits of Greening Your Bottom Line",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096790/the-benefits-of-greening-your-bottom-line-1",
    "summary": "For Earth Month, we explore how the professional beauty industry is shifting its position as major waste contributor to a leader in sustainability. We take a closer look at Green Circle Salons, as experts and owners share their favorite environmental sustainab…",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-01T09:00:00Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Cultivating a Culture of Excellence",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096892/cultivating-a-culture-of-excellence",
    "summary": "Spa Coordinator Allie Harris coordinates spa days and private events at Revive Salon & Day Spa, while managing inventory and addressing the needs of the spa staff. Owner Ashley Boehler says Harris provides the team with both visionary and directional leadershi…",
    "date_iso": "2026-04-01T00:30:52Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "id": "03b17c7b1814a686b4206b31",
    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "ISPA's 2026 'Big Five' Statistics Show Steady Gains and Enduring Strength",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096889/ispas-2026-big-five-statistics-show-steady-gains-and-enduring-strength",
    "summary": "Ahead of its annual comprehensive study, the International SPA Association reveals its Top 5 Stats at its annual conference. The stats show the industry is strong and growing.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-31T21:23:43Z",
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    "title": "Salon Owners & Stylists Gather in NYC for SalonCentric SPARK New Partner Event",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096882/salon-owners-stylists-gather-in-nyc-for-saloncentric-spark-new-partner-event",
    "summary": "At the SalonCentric SPARK New Partner Event in New York City on March 16, invited salon owners and stylists came together for education and discovery at the new L’Oréal Professional Academy NYC.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-31T20:44:33Z",
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    "title": "The Invisible Hazard in Every Nail Salon and How to Fight It",
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    "summary": "From acrylic monomers to airborne bio-dust, the air inside a nail salon carries risks most professionals never see coming. Aerovex Systems reveals the source-capture and room-purification strategies that are setting a new standard for salon safety.",
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    "source": "NAILS Magazine",
    "title": "The Invisible Hazard in Every Nail Salon and How to Fight It",
    "link": "https://www.nailsmag.com/1096871/the-invisible-hazard-in-every-nail-salon-and-how-to-fight-it",
    "summary": "From acrylic monomers to airborne bio-dust, the air inside a nail salon carries risks most professionals never see coming. Aerovex Systems reveals the source-capture and room-purification strategies that are setting a new standard for salon safety.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-31T19:47:36Z",
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    "title": "OPI By the Numbers",
    "link": "https://www.nailsmag.com/1096869/opi-by-the-numbers",
    "summary": "A bottle of OPI product in Bubble Bath is sold nearly every 45 seconds* according to new sales stats shared by OPI as they celebrate 45 beautiful years.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-31T19:01:48Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Ulta Beauty and Beauty Changes Lives Launch “The Possibilities Are Beautiful” Cosmetology Student Scholarship",
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    "summary": "This marks Ulta Beauty’s first scholarship partnership with Beauty Changes Lives, building on years of enthusiastic support for the organization and its mission.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-31T17:15:18Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Perfect Corp. Partners with True Beauty Lashes to Launch a Personalized Lash Recommendation Experience Powered by Virtual Try-On APIs",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096867/perfect-corp-partners-with-true-beauty-lashes-to-launch-a-personalized-lash-reco",
    "summary": "The new LashLovr experience combines intelligent lash matching with real-time visualization using Perfect Corp.'s beauty APIs.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-31T17:14:22Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "Lip Flips Versus Lip Fillers",
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    "summary": "As social media continues to normalize aesthetic enhancements, there's a growing interest in subtle, non-invasive treatments, lip flips, and lip fillers. Dr. Mariana Vergara, NP-C, weighs in on the flip versus filler debate, helping clients determine which del…",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-30T17:34:05Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Meet Wella's New BlondorPlex 9 with Built-In Metal Purifier",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096836/blondorplex-9-by-wella-professionals",
    "summary": "Meet the next generation of lightening with cleaner lift, less breakage, and built-in Metal Purifier Technology.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-30T08:00:00Z",
    "host": "modernsalon.com"
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "SEO and AI: How Clients are Finding Salons in 2026",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096845/seo-and-ai-how-clients-are-finding-salons-in-2026",
    "summary": "Your Instagram may introduce your salon to new clients, but it's your digital footprint that seals the deal. Dawna Jarvis walks you through how clients are discovering you online and what to do to make sure you show up.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-27T18:53:36Z",
    "host": "salontoday.com"
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Oligo Professionnel Redefines At-Home Blonde Hair Care with New Blacklight Blonde Science Product Line",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096839/oligo-professionnel-redefines-at-home-blonde-hair-care-with-new-blacklight-blond",
    "summary": "Oligo Professionnel, the Montreal-based hair color powerhouse, expands beyond the salon with a new routine-driven system designed specifically for blondes and those with highlighted hair.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-26T20:39:14Z",
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    "source": "Salon Today",
    "title": "AI and the Customer Journey",
    "link": "https://www.salontoday.com/1096837/ai-and-the-customer-journey",
    "summary": "Before Glammatic's Ameet Kallarackal steps onto the mainstage at Data-Driven Salon Summit, May 17th, he stops by and gives us a sneak peek at his upcoming session and how his subsequent roadmap will give you a personalized road map.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-26T20:04:52Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "BELLAMI Appoints Beauty Industry Veteran Nathalie De Gouveia as President",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096834/bellami-appoints-beauty-industry-veteran-nathalie-de-gouveia-as-president",
    "summary": "BELLAMI announces the appointment of Nathalie De Gouveia as President. She will lead BELLAMI's global business strategy, guiding the company through its next phase of innovation and expansion.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-26T17:42:37Z",
    "host": "modernsalon.com"
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Hollywood Beauty Awards Taps Clayton Hawkins as Ambassador for 11th Annual Event",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096832/hollywood-beauty-awards-taps-clayton-hawkins-as-ambassador-for-11th-annual-event",
    "summary": "Celebrity Stylist Clayton Hawkins adds Hollywood Beauty Awards Ambassador to his resume.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-25T22:54:20Z",
    "host": "modernsalon.com"
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Square's 2026 Local Economy Report Reveals the Neighborhood Network Effect",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096829/squares-2026-local-economy-report-reveals-the-neighborhood-network-effect",
    "summary": "Square data shows that regular customers tip 11% higher and are shared across 32% of businesses in the same ZIP code, driving thousands of dollars in additional revenue per connection.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-25T21:45:28Z",
    "host": "modernsalon.com"
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    "source": "NAILS Magazine",
    "title": "Square's 2026 Local Economy Report Reveals the Neighborhood Network Effect",
    "link": "https://www.nailsmag.com/1096829/squares-2026-local-economy-report-reveals-the-neighborhood-network-effect",
    "summary": "Square data shows that regular customers tip 11% higher and are shared across 32% of businesses in the same ZIP code, driving thousands of dollars in additional revenue per connection.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-25T21:45:28Z",
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    "source": "Modern Salon",
    "title": "Anti-Aging Trends 2026: U.S. Consumers Split on Prevention, Spending and Skincare",
    "link": "https://www.modernsalon.com/1096827/anti-aging-trends-2026-u-s-consumers-split-on-prevention-spending-and-skincare",
    "summary": "YouGov report explores anti-aging attitudes, skincare routines, Botox awareness, and how prevention-minded consumers are shaping the beauty and wellness market.",
    "date_iso": "2026-03-25T21:11:32Z",
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    "summary": "If your day-to-day feels like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole, you’re not alone. The hair and beauty industry runs on creativity and connection, but behind the scenes, it runs on systems. When you spread those systems across a few different tools (plus a c…",
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