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  Hair Color Almost Kills British Teen
You've tried countless times to encourage your clients to visit the salon for their haircolor services, but with a down economy, many clients have decided to color their own hair at home to save money. Now's the time to share with them the following story about how haircolor almost killed a 19 year-old British girl due to an allergic reaction and the importance of swatch testing in professional application vs. over the counter haircolor. behindthechair.com
 
 
 
  15 Crucial Tips On How To Spot And Apply Consumer Trends
Let's face it, the only thing that separates you—passionate CEO, marketer, entrepreneur—from being in the know, is the time that must be devoted to tracking and applying trend content. And yet, when we ask professionals if and how they spot and apply trends, we're told they're still having a hard time getting a handle on the basics. So here are 15 trend watching tips, some practical, some more contextual, for you to run with today. trendwatching.com
 
 
 
  Vision Statement: How This First Lady Moves Markets
Michelle Obama creates an unprecedented amount of value for the companies that make and sell the clothes she wears. Harvard Business Review spoke to Yermack to find out why. hbr.org
 
 
 
  Feud Over Swipe Fees to Hit Registers Soon
The customer isn't always king. Sometimes he's just a pawn. The feud over the so-called swipe fees merchants pay banks when customers use plastic is reaching a crescendo and will likely hit registers in coming months. seattletimes.nwsource.com
 
 
 
  NAHA 2011 Entry Process Now Open!
The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), the most prestigious photographic beauty competition in North America, celebrates the artistry and skill of the professional salon industry. Each year, individuals are recognized in 13 categories of excellence during a star-studded awards ceremony. Show off your skills and add prestige to your portfolio by entering NAHA 2011. The NAHA online entry process is now open! probeauty.org
 
 
 
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