
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 salon treatment is packed with keratin and collagen for reconstruction, elasticity and shine. It can be used before lightener, before blowouts and combined with other Truss back-bar treatments for intense immediate recovery.

Truss Professional's K Recovery salon treatment is a professional conditioning recovery treatment with multiple uses. The treatment repairs the interior cortex of the hair, while also restoring the exterior of the hair strands.
It can be used in conjunction with other TRUSS products to address each client’s specific needs and create a customized, full-service, in-salon experience such as:
• Keratin-Collagen Shock
• Reconstructive Blowout
• Protection for Fragile and Sensitive Hair
• Treatment Before and After Decoloration
See how artist @asil used K Recovery to repair a client's hair:
ACTIVES:
Glow System: intelligent technology that provides extraordinary glossy shine and 3D effect, nourishes and protects hair color and creates a long-lasting protective layer.
Polisil: act in the cuticles replenishing moisture and elasticity to dehydrated hair.
Bio Affinity Complex: this ingredient has building bio-affinity with the hair, reconstructing its internal structure. Provides Phitonutrients that repair damaged cuticles, restoring a hair compromised by chemical processes or external aggressions (such as UV rays, wind, excessive use of blow dryer and hot tools). Restores strength, resistance and natural elasticity, promoting stronger and softer hair. Promotes long-lasting shine, prevents split ends, forms protective layer around cuticle and prevents discoloration.
Nano Repair: micro-particles that are deposited on hair with high amounts of Amino Acid charges (positive), creating a protective layer promoting frizz reduction, color protection, shine, soft touch and intense conditioning.
Sericin: Amino Acid extracted from the silk that promotes nano regeneration in order to reconstruct the hair that went through chemical processes. It strengthens the cortex, ensures silkiness, leaves the hair manageable and healthy with the cuticles aligned. Provides conditioning, volume reduction, easy combing, frizz reduction, softness and shine.
Creatine: powerful Amino Acid derivative, micro particle that penetrates deep into the cortex due to its small size, restoring and increasing the strength of a hair compromised by chemical and physical aggressions. It protects, revitalizes and moisturizes at the same time. Helps to minimize the effects of aging.
Keratin: Protein quickly absorbed by hair, increasing strength and providing body to the hair. Composed of 20 Amino Acids: Alanine, Valine, Isoleucine, Serine, Threonine, Leucine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Tryptoline, Proline, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Lysine, Arginine, Methionine, Cysteine, Histinine, Aspargine and Gleitamin.
Collagen: Protein rich in Amino Acids with protective and restorative action. Restores hair elasticity and flexibility.
Wheat Protein: contains Vegetable Peptides derived from wheat. Protects and assists in restoring hair’s natural flexibility.

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.