Volume Up by The Tease

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Volume Up is an extension of TheTease.com hosted by The Tease founder and agency owner, Kelly Ehlers and VP of Digital, Jeffrey Lunnen. Every Monday, Kelly and Jeffrey will be sharing headlines of our favorite articles on the site, our rants about what’s going on in the salon pro world, and interview founders, tastemakers and industry icons.

  1. Saying Goodbye To Hawkins: The Hair Secrets Of Stranger Things Volume 2 with Sarah Hindsgaul

    5D AGO

    Saying Goodbye To Hawkins: The Hair Secrets Of Stranger Things Volume 2 with Sarah Hindsgaul

    Sponsored by Covet Labs By Covet & Mane https://covetlabs.shop https://www.instagram.com/shopcovetlabs/ Sponsored by Wella Professionals Smoothfiller https://us.wella.professionalstore.com/en-US/smoothfiller  Interview with Sarah Hindsgaul   At 19, Sarah Hindsgaul left Copenhagen with a one-way ticket to New York, determined to tell stories through hair. Fresh out of hairdressing school, she faced language barriers and no connections, taking jobs cleaning salons while learning the craft and industry. Her persistence paid off, landing her first hairstyling role and setting her on a path to success. Today, Sarah is a celebrated hairstylist in high-fashion editorials and major Hollywood productions, including Stranger Things. Her work is recognized not just for technical precision, but for storytelling—using hair to capture character, mood, and narrative. Passionate about the intersection of hairstyling, pop culture, and identity, Sarah continues to innovate and inspire, showing how hair can be a powerful form of self-expression. Links: https://sarahhindsgaul.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahhindsgaul/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/how-to-recreate-janelle-james-winning-pixie-from-the-26-critics-choice-awards/ https://www.thetease.com/antoine-martinez-shares-how-he-created-audrey-nunas-feminine-and-flirty-critics-choice-awards-updo/ Hunter Schafer Sculptural Painted Buzz  Beads Hair Carving  Bloom Cozy blend Maximalist  Otherworldly DIVA More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 27m
  2. What Stylists Actually Need to Succeed (According to Jessica Wall-Innella)

    JAN 6

    What Stylists Actually Need to Succeed (According to Jessica Wall-Innella)

    Interview with Jessica Wall-Innella Jessica Wall-Innella is a multi-faceted hair professional who serves as Aloxxi’s Executive Director, overseeing Education, Sales and Marketing globally. In this role she seamlessly merges her extensive background in hairdressing with strategic business expertise. Her firsthand experience and renowned skills behind the chair has laid the foundation for a unique approach on how to achieve success and unstoppable growth in the Professional Beauty Industry. When not in the salon or with the Aloxxi, she can be found coaching the industry’s next generation of leaders, one on one or openly on Instagram at @jessicathebeautyseries where she shares her insights on a vast array of business building topics such as managing efficiently and developing an effective salon team as well as technical topics, including basic & advanced color and cutting theories. Links: https://www.instagram.com/jessicathebeautyseries/ https://www.instagram.com/aloxxihair/ https://pro.aloxxi.com/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/anna-peters-on-how-to-be-a-stylist-who-leads-by-example/ https://www.thetease.com/andrew-smiths-cloud-dancer-color-collection/ More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/  (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/  (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/  (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 7m
  3. The Retro Beauty Ritual Making a Modern Comeback with Dr. Lisa Grain

    12/30/2025

    The Retro Beauty Ritual Making a Modern Comeback with Dr. Lisa Grain

    Interview with Dr. Lisa Grain Dr. Lisa Grain is a retired orthodontist turned entrepreneur and the founder of French Barrelettes, a luxury hair roller brand inspired by four generations of women in her family. After building a celebrated career in orthodontics, where she specialized in oral reconstruction and aesthetics, Lisa transitioned her gifts for science, artistry, and transformation into the beauty world. Her creative spirit has shaped everything she does. She is a dancer, athlete, designer, fashion and style influencer, and philanthropist who approaches each stage of life with intention, purpose, and a commitment to excellence. With French Barrelettes, Lisa is focusing on the health of hair while bringing back the glamour of retro beauty rituals, and placing French Barrelettes firmly in the modern fashion conversation. Described as “jewelry for the hair,” the collection blends expert engineering with elegance to honor self-care, hair health, confidence, and the power of generational beauty. Links: https://www.forbes.com/sites/coreincarter/2025/09/23/meet-lisa-grain-the-founder-behind-the-viral-french-hair-rollers/ https://www.instagram.com/lisagrain/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/milk_shake-global-artist-shelley-lane-drops-timely-cloud-dancer-collection/ https://www.thetease.com/blending-versus-notching-according-to-jamie-mcdaniel/ More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/  (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/  (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/  (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 9m
  4. Therapist First, Then Hairdresser: Making People Feel Seen with Lee Jensen

    12/23/2025

    Therapist First, Then Hairdresser: Making People Feel Seen with Lee Jensen

    Interview with Lee Jensen Lee Jensen is an award-winning celebrity hairstylist renowned for his work on the red carpet and in television. Recognized by the Hollywood Beauty Awards as one of LA’s Top 3 Hairdressers of the Year (2018–2019) and voted Men’s Best Haircut in LA for the same years, Lee has styled celebrities including Chrissy Teigen, Gwyneth Paltrow, Mila Kunis, Jessica Biel, and Emma Chamberlain. His work has graced major events such as the Golden Globes, Grammys, Emmys, MTV VMAs, and Oscars, making him a leading name in celebrity hair and red carpet styling. Links: https://www.instagram.com/leejrjensen/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/evanie-fraustos-pravana-blue-christmas/ https://www.thetease.com/uberliss-styling-essentials-for-your-most-iconic-holiday-hair/ More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/  (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/  (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/  (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 31m
  5. Styling the Upside Down: Behind the Hair of Stranger Things with Sarah Hindsgaul

    12/16/2025

    Styling the Upside Down: Behind the Hair of Stranger Things with Sarah Hindsgaul

    Sponsored by milk_shake X Hello Salon Pro https://milkshakehairpro.com/ https://thetease.shop/products/hello-salon-pro-subscription-box Interview with Sarah Hindsgaul   At 19, Sarah Hindsgaul left Copenhagen with a one-way ticket to New York, determined to tell stories through hair. Fresh out of hairdressing school, she faced language barriers and no connections, taking jobs cleaning salons while learning the craft and industry. Her persistence paid off, landing her first hairstyling role and setting her on a path to success. Today, Sarah is a celebrated hairstylist in high-fashion editorials and major Hollywood productions, including Stranger Things. Her work is recognized not just for technical precision, but for storytelling—using hair to capture character, mood, and narrative. Passionate about the intersection of hairstyling, pop culture, and identity, Sarah continues to innovate and inspire, showing how hair can be a powerful form of self-expression. Links: https://sarahhindsgaul.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahhindsgaul/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/colotraks-new-leopard-collection/ https://www.thetease.com/nail-safety-council-warns-holiday-shoppers-about-toxic-magic-gel-polish-removers/ More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 46m
  6. It's More Than Just Hair, It's About Transformation with Elijah Vane

    12/09/2025

    It's More Than Just Hair, It's About Transformation with Elijah Vane

    Interview with Elijah Vane   Elijah Vane is a dimensional color specialist based in Sacramento, California. He has dedicated his career to creating sophisticated, inspiring hair color that empowers people to express their most authentic sleeves. These achievements are a reflection of his passion for staying at the forefront of artistry and trends in the beauty industry. Beyond his work behind the chair, I bring a unique blend of skills shaped by his background in public speaking and serving in the US Marine Corps, teaching him discipline and perseverance. He is passionate about helping others and empowering people to step into their full potential with confidence. For him, beauty isn't just about aesthetics, it's about transformation, self-expression, and authenticity. Whether he's creating a bold new look or coaching someone on their personal journey, he strives to make a lasting impact that inspires others to do the same.   Links: https://www.instagram.com/elijahvane_/?hl=en News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/brooks-nader-stars-in-first-ever-hair-campaign-with-chris-mcmillan/ https://www.thetease.com/the-2025-pba-executive-summit-inspired-boldness-and-industry-unity/ More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 20m
  7. Backstage Before The Red Carpet: The Looks, The Chaos, The Magic with Matthew Collins

    12/02/2025

    Backstage Before The Red Carpet: The Looks, The Chaos, The Magic with Matthew Collins

    Interview with Matthew Collins   Matthew Collins is a Los Angeles-based hairstylist and entrepreneur. With a career spanning more than 17 years, Collins has perfected skills such as barbering, cutting, coloring, and balayage, and now specializes in celebrity hairstyling for events, award shows, runway shows, editorials, and beyond.  Collins’ celebrity clientele includes Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, Cindy Crawford, Kristen Stewart, Kristen Bell, Mandy Moore, Bryce Dallas Howard, Camilla Mendes, Sophia Bush, Stella Maxwell, and Joey King. His work has been featured in publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, ELLE Canada, Harper’s Bazaar, Wonderland, and InStyle.  His television work includes serving as the hair expert on CTV’s “The Social”, “Celebrity Style Story,” and “Etalk” in Canada. Collins is currently the Global Styling Brand Ambassador for DYSON and was awarded L’Oreal Professional’s ‘Canadian Runway Stylist of the Year.’  He also co-founded Scrungee, a hair tie that combines style and function, and The Good Ones, an advanced beauty training academy. Links: https://thewallgroup.com/artist/matthew-collins/?work-c=Red+Carpet  https://www.instagram.com/matthewstylist/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/can-christmas-decorations-be-cunty-john-novotnys-tree-says-yes/  https://www.thetease.com/the-mlb-just-made-hair-wellness-cool- with-nutrafol-and-heres-how-you-can-leverage-it/   More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 23m
  8. For The Love Of Blonde... Under Promise And Over Deliver with Lisa Mathews

    11/25/2025

    For The Love Of Blonde... Under Promise And Over Deliver with Lisa Mathews

    Sponsored by R+Co X Hello Salon Pro https://www.randco.com/collections/black-friday-sale-2025  Interview with Lisa Mathews   Lisa Mathews is a seasoned hairstylist based in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, specializing in blonding and lived-in color techniques. With over 14 years in the industry, she has collaborated with notable brands such as Redken, Sharkfin Shears, K18, and Leaf & Flower. Lisa is also a graduate of the Jean Madeline Aveda Institute. Lisa's work focuses on creating natural, sun-kissed hair with minimal maintenance. She employs high-impact placement and root-melting techniques to achieve seamless grow-out and vibrant blondes. Her approach is tailored to each client, ensuring a personalized and flattering result. Lisa practices at Maxima Hair, located at 555 E. Lancaster Ave, Berwyn, PA. You can book an appointment through the salon's platform, Vagaro. vagaro.com Lisa offers educational content for fellow stylists. Her "All Things Foilayage" class is available on-demand for $20, providing insights into achieving the lived-in look with minimal foils. Additionally, she conducts in-person workshops, such as the one held on January 27, 2025, at Something You Beauty in Paoli, PA. This class covered topics like consultation strategies, high-impact placement, toning, and social media content creation for hairstylists. Links: https://www.instagram.com/hairbylisamathews/ News from TheTease.com: https://www.thetease.com/evy-drew-tells-us-how-to-get-bowen-yangs-wicked-for-good-premiere-glow/ https://www.thetease.com/inside-the-valley-star-jasmine-goodes-bravocon-2025-kickoff-dinner/   More from TheTease.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readthetease/ (readthetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volumeupbythetease/ (volumeupbythetease) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyehlers/ / (KellyEhlers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eljeffreycraig/ (eljeffreycraig) Web: https://www.thetease.com (TheTease.com) Email: VolumeUp@TheTease.com   Credits: Volume Up is a Tease Media production. This episode was produced by Monica Hickey and Madeline Hickey. James Arbaje is our editor and audio engineer. Thank you to our creative team for putting together the graphics for this episode.   Thank you to the team who helped create our theme song. Show them some love and check out their other work! •Josh Landowski https://www.instagram.com/josh_landowski/

    1h 10m
4.3
out of 5
23 Ratings

About

Volume Up is an extension of TheTease.com hosted by The Tease founder and agency owner, Kelly Ehlers and VP of Digital, Jeffrey Lunnen. Every Monday, Kelly and Jeffrey will be sharing headlines of our favorite articles on the site, our rants about what’s going on in the salon pro world, and interview founders, tastemakers and industry icons.

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