
Wella Announces the Finalists of Wella Trend Vision Awards
This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
Salon Today is pleased to announce the 20 finalists for the 2016 Salons of the Year. All 20 finalists will be profiled in the June issue of Salon Today. The winner of the competition will be announced live at the Premiere Orlando Beauty Event in ...

Salon Today is pleased to announce the 20 finalists for the 2016 Salons of the Year. All 20 finalists will be profiled in the June issue of Salon Today. The winner of the competition will be announced live at the Premiere Orlando Beauty Event in Orlando, Florida, on June 4, 2016. At the event, the cover of the June issue, which will feature the winning salon, will be revealed.
Check back in to salontoday.com to see pictures and profiles of each of the finalists.
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Willemstad, Curacao
Owner: Kimberly de Freitas
Adam Broderick Salon & Spa
Ridgefield, Connecticut
Owner: Adam Broderick
Appt Only
Chicago, Illinois
Owner: Andrew Tartara
Aveda Institute Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Owner: Patrick Thompson
AYA Salon & Spa
Petaluma, California
Owners: Charlene & Christian Stratton
David Ezra Salon & Spa
Wayne, New Jersey
Owners: David & Julie Ezra
Don Angelos Aveda Lifestyle Salon
Bay City, Michigan
Owners: Angelo Ortega & Donovan Ortega
Ecco Salon
Waunakee, Wisconsin
Owners: Sarah and Trent Lange
Jose Luis Salon—Lamar Union
Austin, Texas
Owner: Jose Buitron & Bill Pitts
Lalo Salon
Chesterfield, Missouri
Angie & Jerid Lorenz
Martino Cartier
Sewell, New Jersey
Owner: Martino Cartier
Metro Barber
Tallahassee, Florida
Owner: Jenny Dease & Kevin Hamilton
Michael & Michael
Chicago, Illinois
Owner: Michael Crowley & Michael Jacobson
NAAVA Salon & Spa
Austin, Texas
Owner: Steven Chodniewicz & Joshua Chodniewicz
Namaste Salon & Spa
Wheaton, Illinois
Owner: Karen Millonzi
Niki Moon Salon
Naperville, Illinois
Owners: Niki Moon Bonnet
Noggins Organic Salon
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Owner: Kez & Gareth Broad
Tangerine Salon
Dallas, Texas
Owner: Brandon Hensley & Janet Hensley
Zandi K
Lakewood, Colorado
Owners: Faye Zandi and Nicki Wenz
Zolton’s Salon & Spa
Scottsdale, Arizona
Owners: Robert & Margaret Quinn

This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
Haircare brand The Doux has launched “My Salon Empire,” a free-to-play salon management game on Roblox, helping the next generation celebrate the diversity of textured hair and explore salon entrepreneurship.

The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.

Wella artists presented the Monochromatic trend movement, introduced new Pure Perfection color and Sebastian styling innovations, while the Wella team created interactive fun throughout Wella Studio in Los Angeles.

Dominique LyVar, an influential educator and artist, is remembered by those who loved him for his significant impact on the industry and contributions to the community.

Known for his buttery blondes and a technique for highlighting hair with more precision that he called chunking, Brad Johns died on August 27. His friend and fellow colorist, David Stanko, shares thoughts on his talented colleague and close friend.

As technology evolves at an accelerated rate, you want to make sure you have the best in your business toolkit to help you grow sales, motivate your team, communicate with your current and future clientele, and streamline your managerial tasks. The 2026 SALON TODAY Technology Solutions Guide is designed to help you navigate today's growing landscape of salon and spa technology. In this guide, you'll find a curated look at more than 50 of the latest software platforms, digital solutions, and innovative features to help you compare options and identify the best fit for your business.

The Davines Edit reflects the brand’s passion for people and planet.

RÜTE Wash introduces a shower cap designed specifically for crown washing, helping clients with hair extensions cleanse the scalp while protecting the lengths from water.

Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date.

One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are.

Hairstylists and barbers can showcase their creative and technical vision in two global categories with cash prizes and a chance to represent in Portugal.

The BBR Beauty Show featured a prominent speaker lineup including Lacy Redway, Karrueche Tran, Danessa Myricks, Chelley B., Sabrina Elba, Jessica Harris-Dupart, and more.

The Professional Beauty Association and Pivot Point team up to develop an ongoing study that measures the confidence of salon owners, stylists, school owners, and students.

This shared recognition celebrates the strength of industry collaboration in advancing professional mobility.

In Dubai, a salon visit isn’t an appointment. It’s a weekly routine, and clients can spend $800 to $1,400 a month on it, according to Gaurav Tripathi of MADI International. On October 6-8, 2026, the market behind those numbers opens its doors as Beautyworld Dubai marks its 30th edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together distributors, brands, stylists and salon owners from all over the world.
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