In The Know
America’s Beauty Show by Cosmetologists Chicago Announces the 2019 ABS Global Image Awards Winners!
The winners of the 2019 ABS Global Image Awards were announced during the Beauty Changes Lives Experience on Sunday, March 31, 2019 during an evening of glitz and glamour at the Geraghty in downtown Chicago.
by Mary Kaleta
Cosmetologists Chicago Gives Out Awards and Scholarships at the President's VIP Reception
Salon owner Frank Gambuzza, manufacturer Dr. Farouk Shami, anti-aging specialist Andrea Nierhoff and stylist Karla Hernandez are recognized at Cosmetologists Chicago President's VIP Reception during America's Beauty Show.
Redken Welcomes Ruth Roche and Wendy Bélanger As Redken Artists
Redken welcomes hairstylists Ruth Roche and Wendy Bélanger to the Redken tribe as Redken Artists.
Four Artists Selected as New Artistic Director Team at Pureology
Four talented artists have been selected from Pureology’s Pure Artist Team to serve as the haircare company’s new Artistic Director Team.
by Anne Moratto
Industry Veteran Scott Hagstrom Named COO of Macadamia Beauty
Hagstrom was most recently vice president of sales for the professional division of Helen of Troy.
State of the Salon Industry: New Study Details Factors Leading to Low-Growth
Sales of salon hair-care services grew only 1.8% with sales of salon hair-care products growing 1%, according to the NEW 2018 Professional Salon Industry Haircare Study.
Okara Blond Brightening Spray from Rene Furterer
This leave-in spray features Okara extract and a high concentration of ReflectLumière along with natural Mica glitter and vitamins to enhance natural, highlighted or bleached blonde hair.
by Staff
L'Oréal Professionnel La French: Art Of Hair Coloring Kicks Off In Paris
More than 2000 L’Oréal Professionnel international hair artists, partners and celebrity friends came to Paris to celebrate the 110th anniversary of the brand. The grand opening featured an impressive fashion show to embody the theme of the event: La French: Art of Hair Coloring.
Not Your Mama’s Henna: Biolage to Launch Plant-Based Biolage Color with No-Lift Technology
See why more than 7 million people are freaking out about this upcoming plant-based hair color launch that’ll have you saying YES to henna (yes, really!)
No Nothing Hair Care's Products are Designed to "Irritate No One"
Developed to be as friendly to sensitive scalps as possible, No Nothing is designed to contain no irritating ingredients.
by Staff
Sola Salon Studios Unveils BookNow by SolaGenius
The new technology drives leads to Sola professionals because clients are able to discover and book appointments 24 hours a day!
CHI Launches Volcanic Lava Ceramic Hair Dryer
Designed to reduce drying time and produce a stronger air flow, the CHI Volcanic Lava Ceramic Hair Dryer is made with volcanic lava and a ceramic heater that provides gentle consistent heat during styling.
by Staff
Kim Kardashian West, Denzel Washington and More Present at the 5th Annual Hollywood Beauty Awards
Kim Kardashian West made a surprise appearance to announce the nominees for The Lori McCoy-Bell Hairstyling Award, revealing her longtime hairstylist, Chris Appleton as the winner of the evening.
by Anne Moratto
I'm Not Really A Waitress: The Inspiring Story Behind OPI Nail Products
Suzi Weiss-Fischmann went from nail biter to nail queen.
by Anne Moratto
Aveda Reformulates its Shampure Nurturing Shampoo and Conditioner to Be Silicone-Free.
Instead of using synthetic silicones to get the slip and softness of a normal shampoo and conditioner, the vegan, 95% naturally-derived products are formulated with Abyssinian oil, a natural silicone alternative. The products are still infused with Aveda’s calming, 100% naturally-derived, fan-favorite Shampure aroma.
by Staff
Aveda Launches Brow Definers
This multitasking brow pencil comes in four hair color-complementing shades and is enriched with a blend of botanically derived conditioning agents, waxes and minerals. Brow Definer delivers a smooth application and long-wearing color that’s smudge-proof and resistant to water, sweat and humidity.
by Staff
Aveda’s New Vegan Rinseless Refresh Micellar Hair and Scalp Refresher
The new 97% naturally derived formula instantly cleanses scalp, refreshes hair, revives natural texture and tames frizz.
by Staff