
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.
On April 19, John Paul Mitchell Systems' Global Ambassador Quannah Chasinghorse screened her documentary short film Walking Two Worlds to celebrate Earth Month in partnership with Nia Tero in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples.

Paul Michell Global Ambassador Quannah Chasinghorse celebrated Earth Month with a special screening of her documentary short “Walking Two Worlds.”
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On April 19, Paul Mitchell and Paul Michell Global Ambassador Quannah Chasinghorse came together to celebrate Earth Month in partnership with Nia Tero in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. The immersive sunset experience took place in Topanga Canyon and hosted a special screening of Quannah’s documentary short film Walking Two Worlds.
Nia Tero translates to “Our Earth” in the international language Esperanto and is a U.S.-based non-profit that provides lasting support to Indigenous Peoples safeguarding their homelands.
To prep Quannah for the evening, Paul Mitchell artistic educator Paula Peralta created sleek, high-shine hair with braids using the following Paul Mitchell products:
Hot Off the Press Thermal Protection Hairspray ($24.00): This quick-drying thermal protection hairspray helps protect strands when using curling irons and flat irons. It contains rice hull extract that builds a lightweight barrier between hair and heat styling tools, while wheat proteins boost hair's strength.
Super Skinny Serum ($10.50 - $39.00): This blowout primer helps speed up drying. The humidity-resistant formula contains lightweight silicones that condition and seal the cuticle, leaving hair frizz-free in any weather. Simply rub one pump of the Paul Mitchell smoothing hair serum into your hands and apply it to clean, damp hair before drying.
Sculpting Foam ($9.50 - $29.50): This static-free hair styling mousse enhances texture with long-lasting memory that controls frizz and flyaways while adding shine and balancing moisture. The conditioning formula contains styling and bodifying agents, combined with panthenol to provide touchable hold and emollients to smooth hair’s surface.
Gloss Drops Shine Serum ($26.50): This finishing touch shine serum helps fight frizz and resists humidity. Applied to dry hair, it contains lightweight silicones that smooth hair's surface.

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.