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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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Magic in the Mess: A Conversation with Alli Webb, Creator of Messy and Founder of Drybar
Alli Webb, the beauty entrepreneur and founder of Drybar, is back with a new haircare line inspired by lessons learned, and an embrace of her natural texture. After some difficult years, Webb decided to stop trying to control things and instead, find the magic in the mess.
by Anne Moratto
New Collapsible Rollers Designed for Big Volume and Small Spaces
By reimagining the classic roller through modern engineering, Flatts delivers salon-quality volume with a compact, travel-ready design.
Eva Scrivo and Vidal Sassoon Launch Flagship Salon and Education Partnership in New York City
Eva Scrivo and Vidal Sassoon partner to open a new flagship salon at 139 Fifth Avenue in New York City, blending precision haircutting, expert color, and world-class stylist education.
Artistic Academy of Hair Design & Esthetics Raises Over $10,000 for Wigs & Wishes
Artistic Academy of Hair Design and Esthetics raised more than $10,000 at its recent Friends & Family Fundraiser in support of Wigs & Wishes by Martino Cartier.
Creativity, Passion & Innovation Take Center Stage at NAHA 2025
The professional beauty industry’s most dazzling night came to a spectacular close as the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) unveiled the winners of the 36th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA)—a celebration of vision, innovation, and transformative artistry.
Inside Wella Destination 25: Faces, Words & Inspiration
Wella hosted a three-day gathering in Malta and MODERN was onsite. Here is a visual and verbal snapshot of Wella’s ongoing commitment to the professional beauty industry through some personalities, perspectives, and quick takes.
by Anne Moratto
Beauty Entrepreneur and Artist Sherette Parker Launches TREND Haircare
Parker, who is a MODERN SALON 100 Honoree, describes her line as "a modern, results-driven collection designed for all hair types and textures."
What’s New in Salon Hair Color and Care: Must-Have Pro Products
Discover the latest breakthroughs from top professional haircare brands, each offering unique benefits tailored to the diverse needs of clients and stylists alike.
by Anne Moratto
Malibu C Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation and Impact with Anniversary Bash
In honor of 40 years of wellness beauty, Malibu C hosted an anniversary party—bringing together current and former employees, distributors, salon partners, and key figures who have shaped its remarkable journey.
California Nail Techs Regain Right to Work Independently
Manicurists in California will once again regain their right to work independently as booth renters. Advocacy from the Professional Beauty Federation helped reverse an earlier decision.
Spring Is Here… and So Is World Naked Gardening Day
Held annually on the first Saturday in May (this year: May 3, 2025), this tongue-in-cheek (no pun intended) holiday encourages people around the globe to connect with nature on a deeper level—by ditching their clothes while tending to their gardens.
The Hair Escape in Costa Rica Inspired and Empowered Attendees
Designed to provide a space for hairstylists to recharge, learn, and connect, the event blended education, wellness, and business development to inspire and empower attendees.
Marketing Your Salon Effectively
This salon marketing guide breaks down exactly how to get found online, fill your calendar, and keep clients coming back. From social posts to text campaigns, it's your cheat sheet for marketing that actually works.
Malibu C® Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation
From a cracked walnut to a global wellness movement, Malibu C® has spent 40 years transforming hair care through the power of vitamin C. Discover how a single sachet of Crystal Gel sparked a revolution in salon detox treatments—removing hard water minerals, revealing vibrant color, and giving hair a second chance. As Malibu C® celebrates four decades of innovation, their legacy proves one thing: you're not aging—you're just oxidizing.
Sponsored by Malibu Wellness
Meet HoneyDo Hair Care Founder, Stephanie Lewis
HoneyDo founder, Stephanie Lewis, felt that there was a gap in the market for natural, effective, and safe hair care solutions.
by Anne Moratto
Legends, Leaders, and Innovators at the Medical Spa Show
Medical Spa Show 2025 featured the most impressive lineup of the show's eight-year history, including keynote speaker Kyle Scheele, along with a host of luminaries from around the industry.
by Anne Moratto
Seen and Heard at America's Beauty Show 2025
Another ABS is in the books. Here are some of our our favorite moments, and favorite memories, from the show floor, in the classroom, and onstage.
by Anne Moratto