
Wella Announces the Finalists of Wella Trend Vision Awards
This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
Fresh look, new formulas, who’s this? As clients’ needs evolve, so do products. Welcome to DevaCurl 3.0!





For more than 25 years, DevaCurl has been caring for waves, curls and coils. But as clients’ needs evolve, so do products. Both professionals and consumers alike are expressing themselves in different ways—color, braids, twists, blowouts and straightening (DevaCurl calls this Curl Flexibility, by the way).
Now, the brand has announced enhanced products and added new categories that can do more to meet the needs for healthy-looking hair. Welcome to DevaCurl 3.0!
The New Deva
Whether your client is into volume, definition, mega moisture, protective styling, blow outs, or all the above, this line of revamped products can suit all their curl needs.
Of course, healthy curls are the top priority. Deva partnered with Board Certified Research Dermatologist, Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, for an expert clinical evaluation of the products to ensure that all ingredients were scalp and curl-friendly. They also went through Safety-In-Use testing at Dr. Draelos’ lab where she evaluated the safety and efficacy of all the products during normal use conditions on 350 real people over 4-weeks. The result was 350 happy curls!
Here are other exciting highlights to keep your eye on:
Hello, CurlBond Pro Boost
CurlBond Pro Boost is formulated for professional use only and will be available as a salon service. It offers more conditioning properties than other CurlBond formulas and it works faster to re-coil damaged strands. Additionally, this launch helps soften and tame frizz for up to 50 washes and helps to maintain the integrity of the hair after a color service.
CurlBond Treatment Line
The new Curl Bond treatment line repairs curls from the inside out, making it possible to be flexible with hair. The portfolio is also vegan, with upgraded scents and spreadability. As always, the products continue to be made without SLS/SLES sulfates, parabens, silicones and gluten.
Excited? Learn more about the new world of DevaCurl here.

This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
Haircare brand The Doux has launched “My Salon Empire,” a free-to-play salon management game on Roblox, helping the next generation celebrate the diversity of textured hair and explore salon entrepreneurship.

The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.

Wella artists presented the Monochromatic trend movement, introduced new Pure Perfection color and Sebastian styling innovations, while the Wella team created interactive fun throughout Wella Studio in Los Angeles.

Dominique LyVar, an influential educator and artist, is remembered by those who loved him for his significant impact on the industry and contributions to the community.

Known for his buttery blondes and a technique for highlighting hair with more precision that he called chunking, Brad Johns died on August 27. His friend and fellow colorist, David Stanko, shares thoughts on his talented colleague and close friend.

As technology evolves at an accelerated rate, you want to make sure you have the best in your business toolkit to help you grow sales, motivate your team, communicate with your current and future clientele, and streamline your managerial tasks. The 2026 SALON TODAY Technology Solutions Guide is designed to help you navigate today's growing landscape of salon and spa technology. In this guide, you'll find a curated look at more than 50 of the latest software platforms, digital solutions, and innovative features to help you compare options and identify the best fit for your business.

The Davines Edit reflects the brand’s passion for people and planet.

RÜTE Wash introduces a shower cap designed specifically for crown washing, helping clients with hair extensions cleanse the scalp while protecting the lengths from water.

Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date.

One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are.

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

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.

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.

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.
Sponsored by BeautyWorld Dubai