In The Know

Schwarzkopf Professional Celebrates the Addition of Tracey Cunningham and Jacob Schwartz to Their Creative Team

Schwarzkopf Professional names Tracey Cunningham as U.S. Creative Director of Color and Technique, and Jacob Schwartz as U.S. Hair Color Trend Ambassador.

Canvas ME Rebrands to Beautista: A Bold New Movement Empowering Beauty Professionals

Canvas ME proudly announces its transformation into Beautista, a bold movement dedicated to empowering beauty professionals to break barriers, redefine success, and unlock new opportunities on a global scale.

You’ve Got Talent. Make It Work for You!

The salon where you work should be working for you! Learn about a great salon brand that will help you grow your skills with plenty of opportunities for advancement.

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milk_shake Stylists Create a NEW Guinness World Record for “Most People Styling Hair Simultaneously”

milk_shake and Beautynova have set an incredible new Guinness World Record in Ibiza for the “Most people styling hair simultaneously” with hairstylists from all over the world.

Tacoma's Summit Salon Academy Raises $32,000 for HairToStay

One hundred cosmetology students styled 34 models to capture the hearts of their communities with their 2024 'In a Barbie World'-themed Hair BRA-Zaar Hair and Fashion Runway Show. Proceeds benefited HairToStay, the only nonprofit that helps cancer patients keep their hair during chemotherapy.

Sebastian Supports Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation

In an industry filled with caregivers and creatives, burnout can sometimes rear its ugly head. A hair care and styling brand that has been at the forefront of innovation in the beauty industry for decades, Sebastian Professional is committed to supporting stylists.

America's Beauty Show and Global Image Awards Officially Launch for 2025

Get a sneak peek at all the amazing things happening at America's Beauty Show and the Global Image Awards in 2025.

Take the Tours of Our 2024 SALONS OF THE YEAR

This year, our annual design competition names a Grand-Prize Winner, a Barbershop of the Year, a School of the Year, a New Talent Salon of the Year and a Specialty Salon of the Year, as well as 19 other gorgeous honorees. Tour each of their spaces, as the owners detail their design choices. Brought to you by Minerva Beauty.

Making Cosmetology School a First Choice

The decision to “choose beauty” has not always been supported—by parents, educators, or society. But there are positive signs that this is changing. We speak to a high school counselor, and hear from two cosmetology schools on recent trends that are encouraging.

Latest Launch Roundup: New Pro Beauty Products, Tools & Innovations

Here are the biggest and best August - September launches in pro beauty!

Flights, Jewelry, Concerts! Schwarzkopf Professional Relaunches Rewards Program

Points earned thought Schwarzkopf Professional MYSKP Rewards can be used on giant screen HDTVs, computers, jewelry, trips, concert tickets, branded salon swag, and more.

Donations Urgently Needed for PBA's Disaster Relief Fund in Wake of Hurricane Helene

The Professional Beauty Association's Disaster Relief Fund helps beauty professionals recover from natural disasters, with 100% of funds going directly to those in need.

NEW L'Oréal Professionnel AirLight Pro: The Next Generation of Hairdryers

Discover the innovation behind the NEW L'Oréal Professionnel AirLight Pro, the brand's first hair dryer.

Minimalist Skincare Brand Launches in US with Retinal 0.2% Liposomal Cream

With Retinal 0.2%, Minimalist offers a more potent solution for reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone, delivering results that set it apart in an increasingly crowded market.

Sustainability in Beauty: The Green Beauty Community Becomes a Nonprofit

This transformation comes at a key moment, as GBC proudly participates in Earth Gives Day 2024—a nationwide initiative running from September 6 through October 1, which elevates the critical work of environmental and climate-focused nonprofits.

Colin Sutherland Acquires Bobit: A New Chapter for Small Business Marketing

Bobit, the parent company of MODERN SALON, SALON TODAY and NAILS, is now a family-owned entity under the leadership of Colin Sutherland.

California Mandates Textured Hair Education for Cosmetology Licensing

California mandated textured hair education as part of its cosmetology licensing requirements - a historic win for inclusivity in the beauty industry given the state has the highest number of cosmetology schools in the country.