

British Barbers Association Launches BBA Mens’s Grooming Brand in North America
The BBA has launched its own range of male grooming products to help fund a series of new projects and initiatives that will further raise the standard of training in the men's grooming sector.

The British Barbers Association Tours North America, Presenting Men's Grooming Demos and Collections
The British Barbers Association embarked on a North American tour during the first week of October 2016, demonstrating men’s grooming techniques and presenting their latest men’s collections and new product range.

Coty Announces GHD Acquisition Agreement: The Tool Line to Join OPI, Wella in Growing Pro Beauty Portfolio
On Oct. 17, Coty announced it has reached an agreement to acquire GHD (www.ghdhair.com), a premium brand in high-end hairstyling appliances from Lion Capital LLP.

The Salon by InStyle Inside JCPenney Talks Plans for the Coming Year at Field Team Training in Dallas
JCPenney salon professionals gathered at the brand’s 2016 Field Team Training in Dallas for a week of education and networking.

First Time at Fashion Week: The Evo Study Tour Team Describes the Backstage Experience
For the past five years, Evo has hosted the Study Tour, a program in which they offer stylists from around the world the opportunity to come to NYC during Fashion Week and learn about the business and bustle of doing editorial hair. Of course, they also have the amazing opportunity to work backstage at a fashion show.

Protect Your Client’s Hair with L’Oréal Professionnel’s Smartbond
L’Oréal Professionnel’s new bond strengthening system protects your client’s hair during technical service. The results? Soft, shiny, healthy hair no matter how extreme of a color or lightening transformation. This add-on treatment can help grow your salon business.

Minnesota School of Cosmetology (MSC) Collects Coats for Kids
Minnesota School of Cosmetology (MSC) is once again partnering with the Salvation Army to make sure kids in their area will stay warm this winter.

Farouk Systems Hosts Certified Educator Training
The CHI Academy recently hosted its annual Certified Educator Training. Seventeen hairstylists from various cities in Texas, Florida and Mississippi were in attendance working to become Farouk Systems Educators.

U.S. 2016-2017 American Crew All-Star Challenge: Entries Now Open
American Crew is accepting submissions for the 2016-2017 All-Star Challenge, the leading professional men’s grooming competition that recognizes the top stylist in the world.

Professional Beauty Association 2016 Executive Summit Nov. 30-Dec. 1 in Scottsdale
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is hosting its 2016 Executive Summit from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Designed exclusively for upper-level management, it will focus on industry trends, leadership development and application of best practices.

Essential Techniques and Trends Presented at Aveda Master Jam Europe 2016
Aveda Master Jam Europe 2016, one of the brand's most significant educational events of the year, was held in Milan, Italy on October 10. Nearly 2,000 salon professionals were in attendance to experience artistic presentations and technical educational workshops by Aveda Artists from around the globe.

Larger-Than-Life Looks at The Blonds S/S '17 Show
Lead stylist Brian Jensen used Sexy Hair products to create these sunning, larger-than-life looks at The Blonds Spring/Summer 2017 NYFW show at Milk Studios on Sept. 11.

Sexy Hair At NYFW: The Blonds S/S '17
It was quite a sexy fashion week for the 11 artists who won Sexy Hair’s "Faux-tography" contest who came to New York City during New York Fashion Week to work on the hair for The Blonds S/S 2017 collection, one of the most ...

Color Zoom 2016: Global Perfection
THE EVENT: Color Zoom 2016, Goldwell’s 3 day global extravaganza and competition held this year in Stockholm, Sweden at 2 key venues: the Stockholmsmässan convention center and the Ericsson Globe arena.THE DETAILS: The 2700 attendees from ...

Aveda Artists Showcase New Techniques and Products at Mid-America 2016
Passions ran high at Aveda Mid America this year; passion for beauty, passion for growth and passion for using talents to make communities, the environment and the world a better place. Check out seven tips in seven categories of beauty that we learned from Aveda artistic directors and guest artists at the show.

Modern Events: The Sola Sessions Inspire, Energize and Connect
On Monday, September 12, 2016, more than 300 salon professionals from 12 states gathered at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach for the Sola Sessions, part of Sola Salon Studio’s effort to broaden its exclusive Sola Sessions education ...

Enter to Win a Trip to NYC with #InspiredByLogicsContest
Running until November 4, 2016, Matrix’s #InspiredByLogicsContest gives stylists the chance to win a round trip to NYC, attend an Education Class and work alongside Matrix Artistic Director Chrystofer Benson!




