Born and based in San Jose, California, Nikki Goddard has always had a passion for hairstyling and unusual makeup techniques. At the age of 20, she began her training at The Salon Professional Academy and completed an extensive program in hair salons. Today, Nikki is a certified hairstylist and makeup artist with an associate degree in cosmetology. Currently, Nikki is a senior editor at therighthairstyles.com. She prides herself on being an inspiration not only for herself, but for the entire team at The Right Hairstyles magazine. Her mission is to make the beauty industry accessible to everyone, and she enjoys teaching people the basics of hairstyling and makeup through the magazine’s articles. Nikki’s attention to detail and her ability to create a unique look that complements each client’s individuality is what keeps her motivated every day.

Meet Mary Allen, a writer at The Right Hairstyles Magazine with a passion for the art of hair, who first joined our editorial team in January 2022. With a keen eye for trends in haircutting and coloring techniques, Mary Allen explores the diverse spectrum of beauty, making her articles resonate with women from all walks of life.

Vanessa Koeb is a freelance hair colour and cutting expert and educator who has been working in the hair industry for over 17 years. Originally from Italy, Vanessa moved to London, UK 9 years ago to specialise in hair transformations. She became very passionate about creating unique hair styles and colour formulations that represent people’s individuality. She currently works as a freelancer at The Hair Salon in Hove UK (@thehairsalon) where she also runs her colour and cutting courses.

The beauty trends of the late 90s and early 00s are definitely experiencing a real revival in a new and fresh tone. We feel more inspired by the past than ever, especially when it comes to daring hairstyles, such as thick highlights or coin pieces.