
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.
Three new products launch alongside the restaging and reformulation of the brand's full color-protecting, professional hair care line.






Colorproof Haircare has unveiled a complete brand refresh in response to the market's rapid growth, industry and packaging trends, and new ingredient technology. Along with reformulating the Colorproof portfolio of hair care solutions to preserve, repair, and protect color-treated hair, Colorproof has revolutionized the brand’s packaging and marketing imagery with a bolder, more monochromatic theme.
Each new, sustainable package takes on a clean and modern silhouette while incorporating eye-catching details such as brushed, metallic, gold caps with an embossed logo, and unique, high-gloss-on-matte finishes. The result for salon guests is a stunning on-shelf shopping experience.
In addition to the refresh, the company is launching three new products:
Moisture Styling Crème, designed to deliver both hydrating and styling benefits for clients seeking an air-dried style or a polished, heat-styled look. The leave-in styling cream sets the stage for a smooth and soft finish while delivering hydration, light control, color and heat protection, and reduced blow-drying time.
Pre-Tox Spray, a pre-shampoo treatment that gently and easily filters away environmental pollutants, hard water minerals, and dulling residue. Designed to be sprayed on dry hair before washing, the treatment extracts color-dulling buildup for the ultimate refresh while clarifying strands to reveal brighter, more brilliant hair.
Instant Reboot Treatment Masque a weekly "reset" treatment that nourishes and replenishes damaged, color-treated hair. Zero-fuss, lightweight formulas instantly transform hair in a two-step process by 1) infusing hair with essential hydration and nourishment and 2) locking it in with a featherweight, protective, glossing seal. The masque leaves hair vibrant, soft, and smooth with healthy shine.
Moisture Styling Creme Expands the Moisture Collection, while the other two products are part of the Essentials Collection for hair health and color longevity.

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.

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.

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

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, 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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

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

The ultra-lightweight, handle-free dryer is designed to reduce wrist strain while delivering powerful performance behind the chair.

Aura Salonware is proud to announce its 2026 scholarship recipients. This first-time scholarship in partnership with the Professional Beauty Association awarded three different scholarships to support beauty professionals at every point in their professional journey.

SalonCentric has announced its expansion into Alaska, marking the distributor’s presence across all 50 states and bringing additional access to professional beauty products, education and business support to licensed salon professionals in the region.