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Men's Haircuts
Modern Mod Haircut: How To Create the Trending Shape

Learn the cutting techniques behind the '60s-inspired mod cut taking over men's salons today.
Shag
The Bang Sectioning Mistake That Can Ruin a Shag

Stop sectioning bangs the same way every time. Let head shape guide your fringe placement for better shags.
Blowouts
The Blowout Sequence Behind a Faster, Smoother Finish

Master the blowout sequence that cuts styling time and delivers smoother, more voluminous results every time.
Waves
The Biggest Mistakes That Make "Effortless" Waves Look Overdone

Master the technical precision behind effortless waves with pro tips from a celebrity stylist.
Treatments/ Masks
The Backbar Upgrade That Builds Client Trust and Ticket Value

Elevate your repair services to boost ticket value and keep clients coming back for more.

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TRENDING LOOKS

The looks stylists are recreating right now

Electric Contrast

+334%

Vibrant neon blocks against dark base for maximum impact.

Chromatic Contrast

+245%

Bold, dimensional blocks of saturated color with sharp, intentional placement.

Chromatic Blocks

+312%

Bold, geometric color sections in high-contrast hues.

Chromatic Contrast

+312%

Bold, segmented hues creating dimensional color-blocked dimension.

Chromatic Sculpt

+289%

Bold color blocking with seamless tonal transitions and dimensional depth.

Warm Dimensional Balayage

+267%

Rich honey tones with soft, blended color transitions throughout.

Soft Color Blocking

+256%

Pastel pink with seamless color-blocked dimension and dimension.

Chromatic Contrast

+221%

Vivid red sections against neutral base, sharp dimensional play.

Chromatic Contrast

+198%

Bold, dimensional color zones creating sharp, modern visual impact.

Color-Blocked Pixie

+203%

Contrasting hues create geometric dimension on cropped cuts.

BTC University Courses

51 min

Reverse Balayage

Master color correction and repair damaged hair with K18 in Ashlee Norman's advanced Reverse Balayage class.

@ashleenormanhair

(398)
1 hr 49 min

High-Contrast Foilayage

Create dimensional brunettes with Daniel Mora's signature foiling technique for the perfect sunkissed look.

@danielmbeauty

(377)
1 hr 33 min

Smart Blonding Techniques

Achieve dimensional, low-maintenance blondes in less time with Carly Zanoni.

@the.blonde.chronicles

(368)
1 hr 51 min

Expensive Brunette

Learn signature highlighting techniques for luxe dimension on brunettes with Carly Zanoni.

@the.blonde.chronicles

(341)
1 hr 43 min

The Butterfly Haircut

Master the art of Butterfly Layers with #ONESHOT Winner Justin Toves-Vincilione.

@ahappyjustin

(327)
1 hr 48 min

Master Balayage & Foilayage

Master the most-requested services behind the chair in this class with #ONESHOT Winner Ashlee Norman.

@ashleenormanhair

(310)
14 min

Instagram 101: Handles, Bios & Profile Pics

Elevate your career with an exclusive series by BTC's Haley Gable on client growth and influence.

@haleygable

(282)
1 hr 31 min

The Shag

Unlock iconic shag secrets from the Mother of the Shag and rockstar hairdresser, Sally Hershberger.

@sallyhershberger

(282)
1 hr 37 min

Dimensional Balayage

Avoid over-highlighting while maintaining depth with these timesaving tricks from Linson Jamison.

@linsonhair

(281)
6 min

Curtain Bangs

Master one of the most client-requested bang looks every season with #ONESHOT Winner Rachel Williams.

@rachelwstylist

(266)