
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.
Mindbody's launch of the ClassPass Revenue Guarantee offers fitness and wellness brands a monetary guarantee that ClassPass will drive revenue to their businesses using Mindbody.

With 80% of ClassPass users being new to the studios they visit, and 50% being new to group fitness, the potential for wellness businesses to gain new customers with ClassPass is substantial.
Wellness technology platform Mindbody and fitness and wellness membership program ClassPass announced in a statement the launch of the ClassPass Revenue Guarantee. This program provides Mindbody customers a monetarily-backed guarantee that ClassPass will drive incremental revenue growth. Through this guarantee, if the business does not see a positive impact within 90 days of implementing ClassPass, Mindbody will write that customer a check for twice the difference.
“In this new era of wellness, consumers are looking for well-rounded routines that encompass multiple dimensions of wellness. This provides a great opportunity for wellness businesses to expand their client base — but we know that 21% of Mindbody customers say that acquiring new clients is their top hurdle. Our goal has always been to help our customers build bigger, better businesses, and our data shows ClassPass drives a 32% user increase to studios. The ClassPass Revenue Guarantee shows Mindbody customers we don’t just believe that ClassPass will drive them new incremental revenue, we are willing to guarantee it."
— Fritz Lanman, CEO of Mindbody and ClassPass
Mindbody acquired ClassPass in October of 2021. Mindbody helps businesses deliver client experiences through studio management software, while ClassPass helps businesses grow by merchandizing excess inventory and maximizing overall revenue by marketing and pricing open spots to ClassPass consumers.
“Since bringing the companies together, we have seen firsthand how Mindbody and ClassPass are better together, and we are excited to show our customers just what this means through the Revenue Guarantee,” added Lanman in the statement.

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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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.