Education
The High Burst Taper with Braids: Building a Clean Blend on Textured Hair
How to cut a high burst taper while leaving braids on top, from guideline to blend, so the shape stays sharp and grows out clean on textured hair.
August 11, 2026
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Matt Beck
Cutting Curls in Their Natural State Is the Skill Every Stylist Needs in 2026
Why dry cutting curly and coily hair in its natural pattern is the technique stylists can't afford to skip in 2026, and how to start building the skill.
May 26, 2026
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Matt Beck
Why Every Stylist Needs to Get Serious About Textured Hair Right Now
Cosmetology schools are finally being required to teach textured hair. Here's what that means for you and the clients sitting in your chair.
May 22, 2026
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Matt Beck
Most Popular Boys Haircut in 2023
Looking for the boys haircut for this year? We're kick starting 2023 with a trend prediction of a boys textured haircut with a bit of length and loads of movement, a...
January 23, 2023
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Evelyn Davies
