Hairdressing as an occupation dates back thousands of years. Ancient art drawings and paintings have been discovered depicting people working on another person’s hair. Greek writers Aristophanes and Homer both mention hairdressing in their writings. In Africa, it was believed in some cultures that a person’s spirit occupied his or her hair, giving hairdressers high status within these communities. The status of hairdressing encouraged many to develop their skills, and close relationships were built between hairdressers and their clients. Hours would be spent washing, combing, oiling, styling and ornamenting their hair.Continue reading

The last time Rochester Woman  spoke with Shawn Dunwoody was for our 2015 Men’s Issue.Continue reading

Entrepreneurial Success: Taking Rochester one Brand at a time – Meet Louie MaierContinue reading

Thinking back when I first got into the beauty industry 17 years ago, men taking the time or even the care to groom themselves was barely considered. At least, in my realm of training and work environments. I’m sure we have all heard the term “manscape” especially in the last 7 ish years. Fast forward to now and it is 100% accepted, trendy looked quite highly upon. I mean why shouldn’t men take time to take care of their appearance? Continue reading

Life… Define Life….So many definitions. So many opinions. So many explanations…Continue reading

A Q & A WITH CREATIVE STYLIST, ROCK STAR AND OVERALL GOOD GUY…JOEY ARENA

ROCHESTER WOMAN ONLINE:Tell Rochester Woman about your childhood. Where did you grow up? Any special childhood memories?Continue reading

“Do the best you can not to give up. The world can be a bad place at times. Reach out to your family and friends. Reach out to different organizations.” Tom Turner describes himself as a disabled male and is proud of it. He wants to be an inspiration to other disabled people and show them that they do not have to be defined by their disabilities. Continue reading

With June celebrating Rochester men, it is my pleasure to cover this man! A military vet, physician, writer, videographer, entrepreneur, husband and father. Continue reading