
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.
Science and nature come together in a futuristic style, characterized by sustainability thanks to the latest Imagea products.

The Elgon Green brand was developed in 2017 alongside the Imagea line, which has now been enriched to include a number of new products and is the protagonist of the Cyber Nature theme: the fourth and final theme of Carpe Diem, the Elgon 2018-2019 collection.
The brand was developped with the idea that nature is important and it’s fundamental that we take good care of it: our own wellbeing starts here.
The company’s creative team developed a trend in which science and nature harmoniously merge. This trend caters to people who are fully aware of their surrounding environment and the impact of their personal choices and want to be represented by a brave and statement style. Cyber Nature designed to be futuristic, rebellious and chic.
Cyber Nature was designed to be connected to another current trend: the desire for personalization. All of this is possible, thanks to the custom made Imagea rituals, which are essential to meet the multiple needs of contemporary consumers.
What's new from Imagea:
Imagea is the line for professional hairstylists with products formulated using plant-derived raw materials where possible, with the goal of ensuring high-performance results. The products are formulated without any animal derivatives, are free from Silicones, Petrochemicals and Synthetic Colorants and contain at least one organic ingredient and one sustainably-farmed ingredient. The packaging has been chosen to ensure a higher level of sustainability and reduce CO2 emissions: the bottles and jars used are made from recycled PET, the tubes and labels from bioplastic derived from sugar cane, and the boxes from FSC-certified paper.
Fusion Blend Oil
Marula, Copaiba, Shea, Sweet Orange and Babassu come together to create Fusion Blend Oil: a hair care blend that is added to the mask or conditioner from the Imagea line to intensify the nourishing and hydrating effects. It's designed to leave hair healthier and shinier.
Pure Resin
Pure Resin is a medium-hold, leave-on gel with a weightless texture for long-lasting styling and a complete professional ritual. Thanks to its feather-light alcohol-free formula, it does not weigh hair down and is even recommended for fine hair.
Supreme Shine
Supreme Shine is designed to be used in conjunction with all Imagea color services. It is a treatment with conditioning and smoothing properties, with a fluid consistency and dual use. It can be applied after rinsing off the color, so as to seal the hair, close the cuticles and maintain color vibrancy, whilst enhancing shine. Alternatively, it can be used as a conditioner for color maintenance on medium-fine hair.
Dusty Shade Toners
The formula has been developed to be as gentle as possible, with a high-performance color result. Free from ammonia, p-Phenylenediamine (PPD), Resorcinol, Parabens and fragrance, it contains Andean Quinoa Extract (from sustainable farming), which boosts shine and preserves color, while Pomegranate Extract (organic ingredient) boasts antioxidant properties owing to the presence of Vitamin C and polyphenols. The range of 27 gel shades now include three new shades: Dusty Purple, Dusty Blue and Dusty Rose.

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.