What’s New in Salon Hair Color and Care: Must-Have Pro Products
Discover the latest breakthroughs from top professional haircare brands, each offering unique benefits tailored to the diverse needs of clients and stylists alike.
by Anne Moratto
Malibu C® Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation
From a cracked walnut to a global wellness movement, Malibu C® has spent 40 years transforming hair care through the power of vitamin C. Discover how a single sachet of Crystal Gel sparked a revolution in salon detox treatments—removing hard water minerals, revealing vibrant color, and giving hair a second chance. As Malibu C® celebrates four decades of innovation, their legacy proves one thing: you're not aging—you're just oxidizing.
Sponsored by Malibu Wellness
Meet HoneyDo Hair Care Founder, Stephanie Lewis
HoneyDo founder, Stephanie Lewis, felt that there was a gap in the market for natural, effective, and safe hair care solutions.
by Anne Moratto
Legends, Leaders, and Innovators at the Medical Spa Show
Medical Spa Show 2025 featured the most impressive lineup of the show's eight-year history, including keynote speaker Kyle Scheele, along with a host of luminaries from around the industry.
by Anne Moratto
Seen and Heard at America's Beauty Show 2025
Another ABS is in the books. Here are some of our our favorite moments, and favorite memories, from the show floor, in the classroom, and onstage.
by Anne Moratto
DermapenWorld Appoints Tracey Hughes as General Manager of Global Haircare Division
DermapenWorld, the #1 global leader in microneedling technology, proudly announces the appointment of Tracey Hughes as General Manager for its Global Haircare Division, leading the EXO-GROW™ Brand.
Minerva Beauty Introduces 3D and Augmented Reality (AR) for an Enhanced Online Shopping Experience
New interactive tools help salon and spa owners visualize furnishing before purchasing.
An Educational Retreat Where Science Meets Service
The Texture vs Race Summit (TVR), founded by industry changemaker Keya Neal, May 4-6, 2025 in Baltimore, is partnering with Myavana, a beauty technology company focused on hair analysis through artificial intelligence.
The EVOlution of the Solano Hair Dryer Has Arrived
For a stylist, the right tools make all the difference. Whether you're creating sleek finishes or managing thick, frizzy textures, you need a dryer that works as hard as you do. Meet the all-new Solano® EVO Intelligent Dryer—engineered for performance, durability, and speed, so you can deliver flawless results, day after day.
How Pro Beauty Is Responding to the Latest Talk of Tariffs
The professional beauty industry is no stranger to global economic shifts. With the latest round of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, we asked several pro beauty manufacturers to talk about how they will navigate.
R+COLOR Champions a Sustainable Alternative for Coloring in Paper Not Foils
This co-branded collaboration between R+COLOR and Paper Not Foil offers an eco-friendly option for salons and colorists seeking sustainable alternatives to waste while also raising awareness for consumers when requesting color services.
by Anne Moratto
MODERN SALON at 101: A Roadmap to Supporting Beauty Professionals in 2025 and Beyond
After spending 2024 commemorating 100 years of MODERN SALON, we head into 2025. Here are some of the important topics we’ll focus on in the coming year.
by Anne Moratto
2024 Beauty Product Drops You Might Have Missed
Consider this your curated rundown of can’t-miss products that closed out the year in style.
The Beauty of Community: Keratin Complex Launches KCEXPRESSIVES
Joining the KCEXPRESSIVES community comes with exciting perks, including early access to new product launches, top-tier education opportunities, and a supportive stylist community.
by Anne Moratto
Research Says These Brands Offer the Most Bang for Your Buck
The report identifies 250+ brands across 25+ industries that Americans identify as being the best and worst deals. For cable and streaming services, for instance, Netflix comes out as #1, Amazon Prime is #2 and Hulu is #3.
Refresh Hair Color with Care: Modern Color Introduces Color Depositing Cleanser and Conditioner
100% vegan, sustainably packaged, and EU-certified clean, Modern Color comes in eight vibrant shades to nourish hair while depositing color.
1974 Was a Very Good Year for Balmain Hair
The "1974" campaign, with hair design by Ilham Mestour, is an homage to the brand's founding years. The images capture a decade defined by fashion and beauty trends that still resonate today.
by Anne Moratto