
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.
The treatment line is designed to enhance and preserve the natural beauty of waves and curls.










It's well known that curly hair has always been considered the most difficult to tame - especially due to seasonal changes, which often put a strain on its appearance. Preserving curls' authentic beauty and enhancing their natural shape can be a struggle for people who are unable to get the desired effect, and they might rely on non-specific products that prevent them from obtaining the result they want.
To meet the needs of everyone eager for effective solutions to this problem, Alfaparf Milano has introduced Semi di Lino Curls. This line of products for curly and wavy hair is aimed at enhancing its texture, promoting hydration and preventing pollution and frizz, which are a consequence of humidity and atmospheric agents. Semi di Lino Curls is added to the iconic Semi di Lino range: a cutting-edge care system that works against stereotypical ideas of beauty. It's a response to the most crucial hair needs, from the condition of the scalp to the state of the fiber, and the morphology of the hair. Because every person’s hair already has the potential to look its best, but in order to regain its natural shine and keep it unaltered over time, it's necessary to use the right products.
Semi di Lino Curls is characterized by its innovative Climate-Proof technology. In addition to maintaining the optimal hydration level for up to seven consecutive days, it protects the hair in different climatic conditions and controls frizz for up to 72 hours: even with 98% humidity! The Climate-Proof active ingredient actually envelops the hair, creating a film-forming action that both makes a barrier against external humidity and maintains the quantity of water in the hair.
Manketti Oil: An active ingredient obtained by cold extraction of the Mongongo fruit tree seed oil. This rovides hydration and nourishment to the hair fiber for softer hair.
Shine Fix Complex: Flaxseed extract with 24 hrs of brightening power for an extraordinary long-lasting shine.
Color Fix Complex: UV filter and antioxidant to prolong the beauty of the color.
Urban Defence Pro: Anti-pollution shield for total protection.
Vegan Formula: The products in the Semi di Lino Curls line are free from animal origin and derived ingredients.
Bio-Based Fragrance: The naturally-derived fragrance with fruity-flowery notes is obtained through renewable sources.
Cleansing
Enhancing Low Shampoo: Gently cleanses the hair, hydrates it and makes it soft, detangled and frizz-free.
Hydrating Co-Wash: A gentle foam-free washing cream that cleanses, hydrates the hair and controls frizz, leaving curls defined and soft.
Treatment
Enhancing Conditioner: An ultra light rinse-off and/or leave-in conditioner. Hydrates and detangles curls and waves, making them frizz-free.
Enhancing Mask: An intensive hydrating, detangling and strengthening treatment that gets rid of frizz and leaves the hair soft and lightweight.
Leave-In
Defining Cream: Protects from heat and humidity. For defined and frizz-free curls.
Reactivating Spray: Revives the shape of the curls and protects from heat and humidity. For long-lasting curl definition.
Gloss
Multi-Benefit Oil: A multi-action oil for curls and waves: hydrates, detangles, defines, brightens and protects from heat and humidity, leaving the hair lightweight and frizz-free.
Kits
Refining Kit for Fine Hair: The kit consists of Enhancing Shampoo and Conditioner.
Nourishing Kit for Thick Hair: The kit consists of Enhancing Mask and Hydrating Co-Wash.

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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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.