
America's Beauty Show Opens Entries for the 2027 ABS Global Image Awards
This global competition celebrates the artistry, energy, and creative PULSE of the professional beauty community.
A wax figure Lady Gaga was unveiled at famous Paris Wax Museum, Musee Grevin, with Lady G adorned in hair from Hairdreams.
The "Musee Grévin“ is a famous wax museum in the heart of Paris – similar to "Madame Tussauds“ in London. It accomodates more than 300 replicas of famous personalities from Napoleon to George Clooney and Madonna. The latest highlight of the exhibition is a wax figure of Lady Gaga, wearing an original dress, wig and accessories of her favorite French designer, Charlie Le Mindu. What‘s even more special about this new exhibit is that the outfit is made out of thousands of real Hairdreams hair – Charlie Le Mindu’s preferred natural material, that is usually used to make hair extensions.
In addition, the head piece of Lady Gaga’s wax "twin“ was made out of Hairdreams real hair. The designer of wax figures of the museum was given approximately 500,000 hair strands, which was applied onto Lady Gaga‘s wax figure in very detailed manner resulting in months of hard labor.
The new, intricately designed wax figure was celebrated and unveiled with the attendance of designer, Charlie Le Mindu and as well as international press and guests. The exhibit is now open to the public for those who want to get a glimpse at Lady Gaga‘s wax twin.

This global competition celebrates the artistry, energy, and creative PULSE of the professional beauty community.

Sofia Vergara, Lucy Hale, Alison Brie, John Salley, Brian Austin Green and more honored the best achievements in Science Behind Beauty, Health & Wellness at this glittering event.

Stress was the factor respondents blamed most often when their skin worsened, cited by 54%, followed by diet at 37% and hormones at 35%.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.