In The Know

Candy Shaw Receives Intercoiffure’s President’s Award

“The Balay Lama,” Candy Shaw, founder of Sunlights Balayage products and education, received Intercoiffure America/Canada’s (‘ICA’) prestigious President’s Award at a black-tie ceremony at New York’s Hilton Hotel on October 28, 2018.

All About Repêchage's Professional Express Facial Treatments

Providing express results for dull, uneven skin or sensitive skin concerns is faster and easier with the introduction of the Repêchage Biolight®Express Brightening Facial For Dull, Uneven Skin and the Repêchage Red-Out Express Soothing Facial For Sensitive Skin.

Danielle Sharp Joins Bellus Academy as Salon and Academy Director

Sharp brings a breadth of leadership experience managing curriculum for some of professional beauty’s most prestigious brands.

Frédéric Fekkai Announces the Acquisition of Frédéric Fekkai Brands

Founder returns to iconic haircare brand and establishes leading beauty portfolio including luxury beauty brand, Bastide.

Rikoko Holds International Launch Event in London

Created by expert colorist Richy Kandasamy and brand visionaire Renee Cascarina, Rikoko products are based on exotic ingredients and ancient rituals from the Seychelles islands.

Tressa’s Christopher ‘Sean’ Moore Passes Away

Moore was known for his heart, his hugs, his sense of humor and for bringing people together.

National Salon Suite Parent Company of MY SALON Suite & Salon Plaza Opens 100th Location in Richmond

Suite Management Franchising, the nation’s premier salon suite franchise housing both MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza, announced today its milestone achievement of reaching 100 open locations.

Algenist Releases Liquid Collagen Lip

In a unique dual-phase formula, Algenist combines a high percentage of active plant-based collagen, patented Alguronic Acid, botanical lip enhancers and hundreds of beads of Microalgae Oil.

Alterna Launches Restructuring Bond Repair 3-in-1 Sealing Serum

Alterna's new three-in-one sealing serum is designed to be a proactive and reactive powerhouse for damaged and aging hair.

Have You Heard The Buzz About CBD in Hair Care?

Now, salons can offer the benefits of CBD for their haircare clients with the launch of EMERA CBD Haircare from Earthly Body.

Sponsored by Earthly Body

Colortrak's Glitter Mini Trio Collection

Celebrate the season with Colortrak's newest addition to its unique collection of glitter tint brushes. The Glitter Mini Trio collection includes the following products which are sized for easy, on-the-go use to transition from work, storage and travel seamlessly.

Beauty United Against Bullying

Learn more about "Beauty United Against Bullying" from founder Lori Panarello, a member of the KMS Global Artistic Team.

Zach Mesquit Shares Instagram Tips

Zach Mesquit shares why he changed his handle from @platinumperfection and offers tips to build a following.

Wella Professionals ITVA - Reinvented

Wella Professionals ITVA has been reinvented and is now called a "Creative Retreat Experience." Held in Lisbon, Portugal, the event offered team spirit, inspiration, and so much more. Details here.

Salon Digital Summit: The Business of Being a Beauty Influencer

Some strategies for creating content and then protecting your precious content once it's made.

Olivia Garden Launches EcoHair Thermal Collection

The collection uses a new proprietary bamboo technology with an anti-slip grip and ergonomic handle that is softer, more durable and easier for styling.

Salon Digital Summit: Instagram and Your Salon Professional Brand: How Personal Is Too Personal

The trio of experts on a panel at Salon Digital Summit discussing the business of getting personal on Instagram included stylists Christina Kreitel and Christopher Smith, and Natalie Boos, director of marketing for the Business of Balayage.