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At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.
The Makeup Show Chicago embraced a weekend of launches from pro beauty brands. More than 75 pro-focused brands gathered at the Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago for The Makeup Show’s fifth-annual stop in Chicago. The two-day event brought ...




The Makeup Show Chicago embraced a weekend of launches from pro beauty brands. More than 75 pro-focused brands gathered at the Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago for The Makeup Show’s fifth-annual stop in Chicago. The two-day event brought inspiration, education, networking and, of course, tons of makeup to the Midwest stop on The Makeup Show’s international tour, which drew more than 4,000 attendees. Here are some of our favorite launches from The Makeup Show Chicago.

1. Temptu: Temptu Air
Using Temptu's patented Airpod and Atomized Airflow technology, Temptu Air is the first cordless, handheld airbrush makeup device. It mists Temptu's professional line of SilkSphere Makeup into micro-fine particles, spraying weightless layers of makeup onto skin.temptu.com

2. Nurturing Force: Seal The Deal Eyes liner, brow and shadow sealer
With several new launches at the show to prime, remove and maintain, this liner and shadow sealer is ideal for keeping eye makeup in place. Its vegan formula contains aloe vera gel that can be mixed with liners, pigments, gel liner and powder shadow to make them last all day.nurturingforce.com

3. Bdellium Tools: Auto Lip Crayon
The soft, creamy crayons glide onto lips and contain the added nourishment of moisturizing shea butter. Available in seven colors, the lip crayons leave lips both colorful and hydrated. bdelliumtools.com

4. Kett Cosmetics: Fixx Creme Personal Palette
Customizable to the wearer's preferences, the palettes contain three slots that are compatible with the brand's 18 foundation shades, five color correctors, six colors for eyes, lips and cheeks, and a universal highlighter. kettcosmetics.com

At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.

Premiere Show Group has announced IN FOCUS, the creative campaign behind the Premiere 2027 Show Tour, developed in collaboration with award-winning Ashlee Norman Hair & Team.

Next stop, Portugal! These winners will represent North America at the Wella Destination Event in the Global TrendVision Awards.

Stylists Yene Damtew and Jamal Edmonds launch Coil Event, a textured hair event for working stylists with hands-on education, live demonstrations, industry conversation, and networking.

Powered by mya, the zero-commission matchmaking tool connects clients with suite owners, setting a new tech benchmark in the salon suite industry.

A reimagined Press Conference and Official Show Launch will feature the artistry and creative direction of the Chrystofer Benson Artist Team, an exclusive first look at America’s Beauty Show 2027, and an invitation to EXPERIENCE the PULSE - The Heartbeat of the Professional Beauty Industry.
Maya Smith, CEO, Founder and Creative Director of haircare brand The Doux, sits down with Nicole to chat about the brand's new Roblox game, My Salon Empire, inspired by salon entrepreneurship and celebrating all hair textures.

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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