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In Dubai, Clients Visit the Salon Every Week. Here’s What That Market Can Teach You
Sponsored by BeautyWorld Dubai
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DermapenWorld Announces National RE:GEN Roadshow — The Future of Skin & Hair Education Arrives Across the USA
DermapenWorld is launching the RE:GEN Roadshow: The Future of Skin & Hair, a nationwide education tour focused on EXO-GROW hair loss solutions, scalp health, microneedling, and regenerative treatments for salon and clinic professionals across Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Dallas and Miami this March.
by Anne Moratto
Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year is 11-4201 Cloud Dancer
Pantone has revealed its pick for the 2026 Color of the Year: 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, "a billowy white imbued with a feeling of serenity."
The Professional Beauty Industry Mourns the Loss of Communications Guru Dina Elliot
As the industry mourns her passing, the communications company she built--Exit One Solutions--marches forward with her vision.
These 3 PBA Charities Directly Assist the Pro Beauty Community
Feeling the urge to make a difference in the beauty community you love? Consider checking out some of the charitable initiatives and programs offered by the Professional Beauty Association.
The Global Wellness Economy Is Forecast to Reach $9.8 Trillion by 2029
New Global Wellness Institute research reveals a wellness market on fire: growing 35% since 2019 (6.2% annually) and forecast to expand even faster (7.6% yearly) through 2029.
by Anne Moratto
Botox Still Tops the World’s Most-Searched Aesthetic Treatments as “Natural but Enhanced” Trend Surges
New global search data from beauty and wellness booking platform Fresha reveals that Botox remains the world’s most in-demand aesthetic treatment in 2025—but regenerative “tweakments” like polynucleotide injections, thread lifts and IV drips are seeing explosive growth across key markets.
A Showcase of Innovation and Inspiration: Beautyworld Middle East 2025
Held from October 27-29, 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the event drew more than 2,500 exhibitors and a record 85,297 visitors from 178 countries.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Changes Lives Announces 2026 Legacy Award Honorees
Jan Arnold, Marti Morenings, and Sam Villa to be celebrated at the Beauty Changes Lives Gala on May 30, 2026, in Orlando, FL
Salons of the Year 2025: Design Journeys
Join us in exploring 24 of the nation's most aesthetically pleasing salons. Hear the owners explain what inspired their design choices and see why their guests love visiting these beautiful spaces again and again. See what's new in furniture and equipment, and gather advice in our Inspiration Center. Brought to you by Minerva Beauty and Phorest Salon Software.
by Stacey Soble
Minerva Beauty Launches New Head Spa Bed to Elevate Wellness-Focused Services
New lounge-style design from Minerva delivers spa-grade comfort, modern aesthetics, and fast nationwide shipping.
Moroccanoil Welcomes New Global Stylist Ambassadors
The appointments honor the brand’s heritage of artistic expression and reinforce its commitment to education for both professionals and consumers.
Golden Threads: Oribe’s Gilded Gift Sets
Each year, Oribe turns its holiday gift sets into works of art and 2025’s “Golden Threads” collaboration with Finnish artist Kustaa Saksi is no exception. Inspired by mythology and master craftsmanship, the limited-edition collection blends luxury with meaning, transforming salon retail into an elevated client experience. See how Flaunt Hair Salon brings the collection to life with immersive displays, team engagement, and record-breaking holiday sales.
Sponsored by Oribe
Is Your Business Built to Last? Find Out with This Survival Health Check
Want to know if your business is built to last? Vagaro's Business Health Check gives you a personalized score and clear recommendations to strengthen your salon business. Think of it like a wellness checkup—only this time, your business is the patient.
Celebrating an Icon: Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
Fifteen years after its debut, Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray remains a true styling icon. From backstage at fashion week to behind the chair, this cult favorite continues to define volume, texture, and effortless glam for a new generation.
Sponsored by Oribe
Get Ready: Beauty Changes Lives Annual Fundraiser on Giving Tuesday
Beauty Changes Lives, a nonprofit dedicated to making beauty and wellness a first-choice career, is excited to announce the evolution of its annual grassroots fundraiser. The “One Day. One Ticket.” campaign will transition to “ONE Giving Tuesday,” aligning with the international day of giving on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
The Future of Textured Haircare Isn't Just Smart, It's Soulful
Trailblazing haircare brand Kazmaleje has unveiled Kalie, its first AI-powered brand agent, designed to honor the richness of textured hair while deepening the connection between beauty, culture, and technology.
Freakin’ Genius: A New Hair-Care Line from the Creators of Bed Head
From the minds behind the iconic Bed Head brand comes Freakin’ Genius, a vegan, cruelty-free collection made in the USA with flirty scents and pro-worthy performance.