Entries Are Open for Wella Professionals’ Trend Vision Awards 2026

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

Black Beauty Roster Hosts Beauty Expo Presented by SalonCentric in NYC

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.

Pro Beauty Pulse: A Monthly View of Industry Confidence

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.

ASCP, ISPA and PBA Receive 2026 Power of Associations Award for Esthetics Licensure Compact

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

In Dubai, Clients Visit the Salon Every Week. Here’s What That Market Can Teach You

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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Wear Your Wellness: Wearable Patches for Energy, Sleep, Stress, and Recovery

The Good Patch is a leading wearable wellness patch brand, offering wellness and skincare patches that support everyday needs including energy, sleep, relaxation and more.

The Beauty Pro Book Club: 4 Reads to Inspire Growth and Success

Four publications for beauty industry professionals to enhance their leadership skills, financial awareness, professional growth, and joy!

Improving Texture Skills for All: Ulta Beauty and BBR Announce Pilot Launch of All Textures Certification (ATC) and Training

Ulta Beauty has announced its partnership with Black Beauty Roster to launch the pilot of All Textures Certification (ATC). The new program is aimed at addressing gaps in education within the beauty industry and raising the level of skills and guest satisfaction for all.

Mireya Villarreal Announces From Chair to Boss Live, a New Business Education Event for Beauty Professionals

Mireya Villarreal, founder of From Chair to Boss™, is bringing together beauty industry leaders for a new one-day educational event designed to help salon professionals strengthen the business side of their careers. From Chair to Boss Live! will take place September 28 at the Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center in Oak Brook, Illinois.

Universe Walker to Host The Art of Dry Cutting Workshop in Brooklyn on July 20

Salon owner, tech founder, and educator Universe Walker will bring her signature workshop, The Art of Dry Cutting, to Brooklyn on July 20, offering stylists a chance to deepen their understanding of shape, movement, texture, and dry cutting.

Staying Informed: Why the Financial Conversation in Beauty Is Changing

As part of our ongoing commitment to sharing resources that help beauty professionals stay informed, we thought it was worth introducing our audience to The Chatter and the unique perspective it brings to industry conversations.

Dippity-Do Celebrates 60 Years of Hair Styling Innovation with Girls with Curls Collection

Celebrating 60 years in haircare, Dippity-Do is honoring its styling heritage with its Girls with Curls collection, a reimagined Light Hold Gelée inspired by the brand's original 1965 styling gel.

Covet & Mane Expands Hair Extension Color System with New Color Boost Drops

Covet & Mane has expanded its Pro Color System with the launch of Color Boost Drops, completing what the company says is the first professional color system engineered specifically for hair extensions.

Sam Villa Receives the Beauty Changes Lives Legacy Award

The 2026 Beauty Changes Lives Legacy Award has been awarded to Sam Villa for his trailblazing contribution, advocacy and mentorship that has profoundly transformed and elevated the professional beauty industry.

CND Relaunches SHELLAC with New Visible Light Lamp Technology

CND is relaunching its SHELLAC system with a new CND Visible Light Lamp, updated packaging, and an expanded shade offering.

Curl Cult Launches Community Investment Round, Inviting Stylists and Clients to Become Owners

Curl Cult founder Janine Jarman, a hairstylist, salon owner, educator, and product creator, is opening a community investment round that gives hairdressers and clients the opportunity to own a stake in the company they helped grow.

The Professional Beauty Association Announces Winners of the 37th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards

The night honored the artists and collections shaping the future of professional beauty during PBA NAHA 2026.