
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.
Texture clients, who seek hydration in all forms, are known to be eager to try new formulas. These are the latest entries in the conditioner category.

















You may have noticed you’re carrying more types of conditioners than ever. No longer do clients simply cleanse, condition, rinse. Their routine has grown more complex and individualized as they switch up the order of application or layer several conditioners before styling. Some conditioners now serve as a two-in-one replacement for a cleanser; others are not meant to be rinsed out. The foundation of a conditioning product, which at one time was taken for granted to be a cream, today can be an oil, mist or aerosol.
Moisturizing Trends
Among the conditioners that CosmoProf offers this season are many that specifically address the concerns of clients with textured hair:
*Coarse hair that’s had a color service benefits from Wella’s Brilliance Conditioner for Coarse, Colored Hair, which deeply hydrates and nourishes the hair to leave it smooth, soft and shiny.
*Bain De Terre’s Keratin Phyto-Protein Strengthening Conditioner rescues hair exposed to harsh environments by strengthening the hair, repairing damage, restoring luster and guarding against future breakage.
*Safe for keratin-treated hair and versatile enough to use daily or weekly, Aquage’s Sea Extend Silkening Power Infusion works in 60 seconds to repair and silken color-treated hair for a natural feel.
*Texture improves instantly with Paul Mitchell’s Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment, recommended as a weekly, deep, hydrating conditioner to repair and protect vulnerable hair.
*An intensive leave-in treatment for dry and damaged hair, Goldwell’s Dualsenses Rich Repair Regeneration Serum regenerates hair intensively in just seconds.
*For frequent use, AG’s Keratin Repair Restore Daily Strengthening Conditioner uses keratin amino acids to bond, repair, smooth and protect the hair while adding strength, elasticity, moisture

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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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.