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JUNE 2017 | beautylaunchpad.com | 87 THROUGH THICK AND THIN Tame texture or infuse wan tresses with life via these top programs. CLASS NAME: Miami Bombshell Smoothing Treatment by GKhair DESCRIPTION: Typically taught in salons or seminars, this class recently convened on GKhair's Passport to Success Cruise from Miami to Grand Turk Island last February. Nearly 40 stylists learned how to smooth and tone fl axen strands. "Blondes are in greatest need of damaged-hair repair, so we formulated this system that carries the added benefi t of nixing unwanted warmth for up to fi ve months, via its blue base and pearl extracts," explains founder Van Tibolli. 305.390.0044 CLASS NAME: Customer Personalized Repair (CPR) by SUDZZfx DESCRIPTION: Dead or damaged strands can be resuscitated! Pros need only master skills taught at this in-salon class, which teaches how to infuse protein to the inner cortex while repairing outer cuticle layers through an added moisture shot. "True tress recovery is a process, not just a product," notes Henry Arias, director of sales and education. 805.983.6575 MONEY, HONEY Profi cient as an artist but clueless in the role of entrepreneur? Here, the business basics. CLASS NAME: Brow and Lashology by Ardell DESCRIPTION: Meant for the hairs around eyes rather than those atop heads, the quick three-hour course is nevertheless jam-packed with useful tidbits on how to boost business by adding peeper services to regular spa menus. "Master top techniques for applying strip and individual lashes and fi lling in brows from the brand recognized as faux lash industry leader for more than 40 years," remarks Deborah Vallejo, education assistant manager. 800.621.9585 CLASS NAME: Make More Money with Salon Suites by MiladyPro DESCRIPTION: Online course offers need-to-know nitty-gritty, from how to create a mission statement to merchandising and marketing. "Comprised of quizzes, videos and downloadable resources—like our inventory analysis spreadsheet, which shows precisely how much money salons earn—it's ideal for both fi rst-time entrepreneurs and seasoned vets looking to increase profi ts," explains Michelle Campbell, content marketing specialist. miladypro.com/store CLASS NAME: Safe In My Chair (SIMC) Certifi cation Class by MOP DESCRIPTION: Though most of us look forward to salon visits, for some, time in the chair is a source of anxiety. "Transgender clients or those who've survived domestic abuse or still suffer from PTSD are often uncomfortable with the intimacies of having their heads and faces touched," refl ects MOP VP of sales Denise Shedrick. This special interactive program led by SIMC founder Mia Smith helps stylists, aestheticians, massage therapists, makeup artists and nail techs improve their professional communication skills to consistently convey a sense of compassion and heartfelt respect. mopproducts.com CLASS NAME: Paramount Business by UNITE DESCRIPTION: Led by CEO Andrew Dale, the two-day interactive instruction covers how to build a business as a brand, develop and retain strong teams, understand profi t and loss statements, create lucrative structural policies and more. "Every student leaves with a 125-page how-to manual, which further sets our course apart from the pack," discloses Zoë Harte, director of global education. unitehair.com CLASS NAME: Successful Salon Retail Strategies by YHS Haircare DESCRIPTION: This forum-style platform makes it easy to swap stories. "Through the dynamics of small-group synergy, participants share successful retail strategies, consultation techniques, fruitful salon management rituals and tips on how to launch new products," reports founder Alan Benfi eld Bush. Attendees leave understanding how to earn a 100 percent return on investments—guaranteed. yhshaircare.com MANMADE Let's hear it for the boys! CLASS NAME: Classic Men's Looks by V76 DESCRIPTION: Dive into men's styling and leave with the products and know-how needed to create modern classics. "I share my knowledge and embrace the challenge of educating in the grooming category, taking dudes from uptown to downtown, country to city, and work to play," says founder Vaughn Acord. v76.ticketleap.com CLASS NAME: Think Like a Barber by Wahl DESCRIPTION: "If you're not using clippers as part of your regular practice, you've fallen behind on barbering technique," warns Laura VanderMoere, director of education. Learn or refresh core precision-cutting skills with this tools course to stay competitive and attract new clientele. wahlpro.com/education/calendar At sea, educators demonstrate the Miami Bombshell method for GKhair. Men's grooming specialist Vaughn Acord teaches a class for V76. COURTESY OF MANUFACTURERS