
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.
New site offers easier navigation and improved functionality.

KEVIN.MURPHY releases its new website at kevinmurphy.com.au, featuring a clean, easy-to-navigate design, in-depth product information with how-to videos, and choice of seven different languages, as well as a new section about the charitable arm of the brand. The site also includes an all-new distributor and salon site with easy-to-use dashboard.
"We completely re-made the website from scratch with the K.M user in mind," says stylist and founder Kevin Murphy. "We wanted a more minimal, visual design with interactive elements to give visitors as much information as they want without overwhelming them. The new site is consistent with the look and feel of the KEVIN.MURPHY brand so distributers, salons, stylists and clients get an online experience that's similar to what they find in salons."
Keeping user functionality in mind, kevinmurphy.com.au now includes a homepage with products laid out by category including Top 10 and New Products sections. The homepage also features social media sharing buttons, selection of seven different languages, and an easily accessible e-newsletter signup. Each product page features a description, usage directions, product benefits, key ingredients, an interactive video of the product in use, as well as suggested complementary products.
The Brand section on kevinmurphy.com.au showcases the brand's philosophy, provides information about Kevin Murphy, lists education opportunities with the brand, and includes a charitable section called The Choices We Make. The Choices We Make covers the brand's environmental stance and its all-new charitable arm The Heart of KM, which talks about where KEVIN.MURPHY is focusing its charitable efforts.
Distributors and salons will find a completely revamped Salon Rewards Program, offering promotions and other incentives from KEVIN.MURPHY in an easy-to-use format. Distributors now login to find a simple dashboard with all of the elements they need from the brand including a Media & Art section that features all product imagery, fonts, logos and campaign photos.
www.KevinMurphy.com.au.

This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
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One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

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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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