ORLY Named First-Ever Official Nail Partner of WNBA’s LA Sparks
ORLY celebrates its 50th anniversary with a multi-year partnership as the LA Sparks’ first-ever Official Nail Partner, blending courtside glam, custom player looks, and fan engagement with the legacy of the iconic Los Angeles nail brand.
US Hair Care Trends 2025: Survey Insights on Consumer Concerns and Market Growth
Clients are asking for more than just great color and cuts—they’re focused on scalp health, strength, and long-term care. A new YouGov survey reveals how shifting consumer priorities are reshaping the professional beauty industry.
Grit & Glamour: Ogle School’s $4K Beauty Scholarship
Apply for Ogle School’s $4,000 Grit & Glamour Scholarship for future cosmetologists and estheticians in Texas and Georgia. Deadlines from Aug–Nov 2025.
Introducing OLAPLEX’s Newest Global Brand Ambassador: Celebrity Stylist Bobby Eliot
OLAPLEX is proud to announce its newest Global Brand Ambassador, celebrity hairstylist Bobby Eliot.
Lollapalooza: Ulta Beauty’s The Beat Suite & KATSEYE Stops In-Store
See pics of Ulta Beauty hosting The Beat Suite activation at Lollapalooza. Plus, pop group KATSEYE makes a pitstop at Ulta ahead of their festival performance!
Seen at Desert Bloom: Paul Mitchell Community Gathers in Vegas
Hairstylists, salon owners, and beauty professionals from around the world came together in Las Vegas for Paul Mitchell’s Desert Bloom event. See the energy, style, and standout moments in this exclusive photo gallery from MODERN SALON.
by Anne Moratto
Learn How to Book Red Carpet and Celebrity Styling Jobs with Monae Everett
Celebrity stylist Monae Everett is hosting a free training to help beauty pros break into editorial, red carpet, and on-set work. Learn how to get noticed—and get booked.
2025 Nail Tech Event of the Smokies Attracts 700+ Pros for Education, Networking & Nail Innovation
The 18th annual Nail Tech Event of the Smokies welcomed over 700 attendees to Gatlinburg, TN, for four days of nail education, networking, product launches, and hands-on workshops.
Recession-Proof Your Salon: A Guide to Thrive Through Economic Downturns
Concerned about how a slowdown could impact your salon? This Vagaro guide shares practical tips to help you maintain steady revenue, strengthen client relationships, and adapt your business model to thrive, even when the economy shifts.
Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2025 Closes with 26,000+ Attendees and Strong Industry Momentum
Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2025 welcomed over 26,000 attendees from 103 countries and featured 1,000+ global exhibitors, showcasing the latest innovations, trends, and thought leadership in beauty.
by Anne Moratto
Hairmax Launches Hair Growth Referral Program for Salons
No inventory. Commissions earned. Real solutions for clients. Learn about the launch of this new program.
Corey Gray Joins Hair Aid to Teach Haircuts, Create Careers in Cambodia
Corey Gray, veteran hairstylist and co-founder of Hairdustry, recently returned from Cambodia after volunteering with Hair Aid, an international nonprofit dedicated to providing haircutting education to people living in extreme poverty.
Leonardo Rizzo Named Creative Director of Alter Ego Italy to Lead Global Artistic Vision
Renowned international hair artist Leonardo Rizzo has been appointed Creative Director of professional hair care brand Alter Ego Italy. In his new role, Rizzo will shape the brand’s creative direction, education programs, and global image—bringing a fresh, modern voice to a legacy Italian brand known for innovation and sustainability.
Billy Porter Launches Black Mona Lisa Beauty: A Bold, Inclusive Beauty Brand
Billy Porter introduces Black Mona Lisa Beauty, a new line of makeup and skincare designed for all identities and skin tones. Rooted in self-expression and inclusivity, the brand blends performance with personality.
Redken Unveils Powerful Artistic Ambassador Network
Top professional hair brand Redken is uniting industry legends and rising stars to shape the future of hair.
BLK Launches New Campaign to Celebrate Natural Hair
In honor of National Crown Day, BLK, the largest social and dating app for the Black community, has launched a campaign celebrating the beauty, pride, and versatility of natural hair.
Washington, Vermont, & Maine Join Five Other States to Pass Legislation Requiring Textured Hair Education in All Cosmetology Schools
With coast-to-coast progress of texture education legislation, the enacted laws will ensure comprehensive hairdresser training among a wider network of licensed beauty professionals in the United States.