Sam Villa Blogs

We can smell the Eggnog Latte’s and Peppermint Mocha’s now! Twinkle lights are already popping up here and there, which means we’re just a hop skip and a jump away from the mistletoe! As we hea...

In my many years of supporting and coaching others both within and outside the hair industry, there has been a massive challenge around goal setting. For some, it seems that a specific, measura...

Learn How to Create Free-Flowing Volume With Mega Hold Heads up-- Velcro rollers are back in a BIG way! As the trends toward dry cutting and high-volume finishes continue to grow, it’s time to...

This is it - the last of the series of razor techniques and Sam finishes up with a dramatic fringe! Before we sum it all up let’s review the first three razor haircut techniques: Technique #1 – ...

Bring on the BOB! This low-maintenance classic cut is one of the most-requested shapes in salons today. Learn how to create several different bobs while saving time with Sam Villa’s layering and...

Weddings are back-- and lived-in, organic upstyles are hotter than ever! Brides today are loving updos with natural texture, according to Redken Artist, Sam Villa ARteam member and re:TREAT Salo...

Naturally textured hair with higher or tighter curl patterns isn’t just a trend-- it’s a movement! As more and more people are embracing their natural curls and coils, now is the perfect time to...

Do you struggle to create soft, diffused haircuts in curly hair? The Air Cut may be the solution! While many stylists choose a freehand, art-based approach to cutting textured hair (also called cur...

Removing weight and bulk is a foundational skill for every stylist to master. But with so many different variables at play, it can feel more like a guessing game than a science! Learn how to strate...