
How To Choose A Flat Iron
In the pursuit of flawless hair, the quest for the perfect flat iron is paramount. For those seeking excellence in hair styling tools, the verdict is in: the Sam Villa Signature Series Sleekr Professional Straightening Iron reigns supreme. Highlighted in a recent article by Marie Claire – The Best Hair Straighteners Add Instant Shine to Your Style, celebrity stylist Ashanti Lation of LA has sung its praises, citing its indispensability among her high-profile clientele, which includes luminaries like Normani, Latto, Winnie Harlow, and Lizzo.

Get The Look: The Wolf-Inspired Shaggy Cut
Heading into the spring and summer 2024 season, layers, fringe and easy ends are everywhere and Justin Michael Parra, Stylist at La Bella Salon & Beauty Lounge @justinmichaelparrahair, combines them all in his wolf-inspired shaggy cut – see it below and keep reading to hear his top tips on how to stay consistent when connecting layers.

Flou Color - A Unique New Weaving Technique
As a hairstylist, you can gain inspiration from almost anything. From the seasons changing to the color of your coffee, and sometimes from fellow hairdressers. This was exactly the case when in Milan, Sam Villa, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Sam Villa and Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken saw stylist Toni Pellegrino, Redken Brand Ambassador for Italy, doing a genius color technique. The technique, called Flou Color creates volume around the crown of the head, fringe, and face framing layers. See the technique below and follow along for a few pro tips to recreate the look.