In The Know
MC Salon Provides Hair Care and Support to Front-Line Responders Battling COVID-19
How one salon in the heart of its Cuyahoga Falls community has continued supporting its guests, employees and the greater Cleveland area, including front-line caregivers working at area hospitals, throughout the COVID-19 crisis.
An Entrepreneur's Journey: New Podcast Features Founder of Malibu Wellness, Tom Porter
An innovator and educator, Tom Porter, founder of Malibu Wellness, has created his life, moving forward, so that he would be satisfied, looking back. A new podcast series explores his life, work, and personal vision.
by Anne Moratto
Henkel Beauty Presents Online Global Hair Festival
The 24-hour live stream event will begin in Australia and move its way west across 13 time zones to the Americas.
Billy Porter Graduates From ‘Quarancuts’ Virtual Hair School
Coronavirus has put us on lockdown but while we flatten the curve, you can grow your skills and your style with this virtual barbering school. Aimed at the amateur but presented by a pro, Billy Porter is a proud grad.
by Anne Moratto
Aveda Launches Aveda Cares, a Relief Program to Benefit US Salons and Stylists
The multifaceted initiative will help salons prepare to recover from COVID-19 related closures.
Salon Safety Products Update from SalonCentric President
"Beginning in early May, we will begin to see weekly deliveries of non-surgical masks and hand sanitizer that we’ll be providing, at-cost, to beauty pros as states re-open."
by Anne Moratto
Viviscal Supports PBA COVID-19 Relief Fund
Viviscal will donate a portion of sales from Viviscal.com to PBA's COVID-19 Relief Fund, aiding licensed beauty professionals who have not been able to work or are experiencing financial pressure due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Attend a Virtual VisionQuest to Help You Move Forward
Eufora International’s VisionQuest features inspiring keynote speakers coming at you virtually and free of charge. Topics on Monday 4/27 include Mindfulness as Mental Fitness and Marketing Strategy for Stylists with Britt Seva.
by Anne Moratto
28 Safety Guidelines for Reopening Salons and Barbershops
Today, the Georgia governor lifted the stay-at-home restrictions, which means salons and barbershops are allowed to resume open hours. The Georgia State Board of Cosmetologists and Barbers issued these guidelines in light of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Aveda Launches Aveda Cares Relief Program
The multifaceted initiative will help salons prepare to recover from COVID-19 related closures.
Georgia Salons Allowed to Reopen Friday, April 24
The governor said specifically that fitness centers, bowling alleys, body art studios, barbers, hair and nail salons, and massage therapy businesses can reopen as early Friday, April 24.
New Go-To Education Authority at Bosley Pro
Bosley Professional Strength announces that Gretchen Friese has joined the team and will serve as the brand’s Certified Trichologist and go-to education authority on all things hair loss and hair thinning.
Henkel Beauty Care Hair Professional Supports Professional Beauty Association’s COVID-19 Relief Fund
Henkel North America’s Beauty Care Hair Professional will donate $200,000 to The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) to support the PBA COVID-19 Relief Fund, designed to help support licensed beauty professionals who have not been able to work or are experiencing financial hardships due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Professional Beauty Brands Rise to Relief Challenge
Backed by a number of manufacturers and others, Beauty Changes Lives opens up a second round of relief grants, starting on April 20.
Gamma & Bross Founder Guido Stuani Passes Away
At almost 86, Guido Stuani was at his desk daily at the Italian furniture company Gamma & Bross, until the country imposed a lockdown due to COVID-19, to which Stuani eventually surrendered.
by Stacey Soble
L'Anza Supporting Stylists, Salons and the Community
The package includes online education, business support, salon products, and marketing support.
Kao Salon Division Announces Industry Recovery Initiative
Kao Salon Division releases a three-pronged initiative focused on helping salons recover and on rebuilding the industry.
by Stacey Soble