City of Hope: George W. Schaeffer Named Spirit of Life Honoree
City of Hope’s National Professional Salon Industry has named President & CEO of OPI Products Inc. / Aloxxi International George W. Schaeffer as the recipient of the 2012 Spirit of Life Award.
by Anne Moratto
Goldwell's Campaign to Keep Color in Salons and Out of the Store
A new, direct-to-consumer campaign hopes to drive new color clients into the salon by highlighting the advantages of professional, in-salon color services and the dangers and disadvantages of in-home box color. Launched by Goldwell, “You Can’t Get Supernatural from a Supermarket” is a multi-media campaign led by industry icon, Nick Arrojo.
by Stacey Soble
John Amico Haircare Celebrates 50-Year Milestone
John Amico Haircare is celebrating its 50th year anniversary! A successful family-run business, the brand sees a bright future ahead in product manufacturing, distribution and in beauty schools. “We are extremely proud to provide Diversion-free Professional Haircare products to more than 10,000 salon owners and stylists throughout the United States and we look forward to the next 50 years!” says Founder John Amico Sr.
Creating a Goldwell Color Zoom Entry with Dimitrios Tsioumas
In a series of webinars and documentary-style webisodes from Monday, Feb. 27 to June 30, stylists can tune into GoldwellLive.com to watch Goldwell International Master Dimitrios Tsioumas’ step-by-step process of creating an entry for the Color Zoom Challenge. Each of the webinars will teach you a component of what you will need in order to put together a winning submission.
Salons Unite During Salon Week
Boston and New York City Salons will show clients their appreciation by offering select services at 50 percent off April 1 to 7, 2012.
Cosmetic Regulatory Forum: Some New Do's and Don'ts
Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors (ICMAD) met in Newport Beach, CA on February 16. On the agenda was a Legislative Update, and Update on Canadian Cosmetics Regulations, New Sunscreen Rules, New Insurance Tools for Growing Companies and much more including roundtable discussions.
by Anne Moratto
Karen Formico Appointed at Andis
Karen Formico has joined Andis as vice president of marketing, overseeing all marketing, public relations, advertising and communications initiatives.
FASHION WEEK: A Pop of Orange at Lauren Moffat
This morning OPI kicked off the Fall 2012 shows at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week doing the nails for Lauren Moffatt’s presentation at The Old School. See the look.
2011 Salon Industry Study Shows Growth
Total revenues for all salon industry services (hair, skin, nails) plus salon retail grew at a robust 4.2 percent in 2011 to $72.41 billion, according to Professional Consultants & Resources.
TIGI Shifts to Direct Sales Strategy
Vince Davis, general manager of TIGI Americas, today announced that the company has launched a team of direct sales specialists
George Schaeffer to Receive Spirit of Life Award
George Schaeffer, president and CEO of OPI Products and Aloxxi International, was selected by City of Hope’s National Professional Salon Industry council to receive the City of Hope’s 2012 Spirit of Life Award.
Beauty Bash at America's Beauty Show 2012
Celebrate Cosmetologists Chicago's 100 Years of Beauty & Pivot Point International's 50 Years of Education at the Beauty Bash, Saturday, March 3 as part of America's Beauty Show!
Winners Announced for Nuts and Bolts Student Awards
Winners of the Nuts and Bolts International Business Student of the Year Awards and the Sassoon Academy School Connection Cut and Color Competition were revealed recently at the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE), held at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, CA.
Goldwell to Launch Color Zoom Webinars
To encourage creative colorists to enter the company’s annual “Color Zoom Challenge” photo competition, Goldwell is launching a new series of video webinars featuring award-winning editorial stylist and guest artist Dimitrios Tsioumas.
John Harms from Millennium Software
John Harms of Millennium Software is finalizing details “The Millennium Experience” their annual educational extravaganza to be held this June 24-26 at the famed Doral Hotel in Miami, Florida.
Industry Rallies; Indiana Bill Withdrawn As Battle Continues
In response to the overwhelming opposition from cosmetologists across the state, Indiana Representative Dave Wolkins withdraws a bill that would have eliminated licenses for cosmetologists. But in other states, the battle is just beginning.
by Stacey Soble
H.O.P.E. for Beauty Hosts Twiddle Stics Class
H.O.P.E. for Beauty (Home of Professional Education), the educational and training center established by John Philipp, welcomed Gary Sunderland of Twiddle Stics for a two-day educational event January 22 and 23.