
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.
OLAPLEX launches first-of-its-kind, bond-building, leave-in hair serum—scientifically proven to protect hair from pollution for 48 hours.

Olaplex is excited to launch No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum, a leave-in styling serum scientifically proven to protect hair from pollution for 48 hours. This antioxidant-rich and silicone-free serum improves manageability, and smoothes and protects all hair types for immediate results.

Pollution damages our hair every day, leaving it dull, lifeless, difficult to style and ultimately resulting in broken bonds. Olaplex's No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum is packed with an antioxidant red algae extract from the South of France and a film-forming polymer to neutralize free radicals, UVA and UVB, act as a shield against pollution, guard the hair from breakage and protect against heat styling up to 450° Fahrenheit. Infused with Olaplex's multi-patented revolutionary bond-building technology, these active ingredients work in concert to nourish and repair existing damage while also protecting hair from future damage. No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum's packaging includes an airless pump for measured dosing and less waste.
“It is our goal at OLAPLEX to be a brand that delivers products that benefit hair from the inside out. We do this with our breakthrough bond-building technology along with new advancements like our scientifically proven protection against pollution for 48 hours, while safeguarding hair from free radical damage, UVA and UVB, and heat styling,” said JuE Wong, CEO of Olaplex “With the launch of No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum, we deliver on that goal, offering a leave-in formula that not only repairs past damage, but protects from future damage, resulting in stronger, healthier hair.”
Along with our breakthrough technology, No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Serum contains moisturizing ingredients like sodium hyaluronate and panthenol, typically found in skincare. It also includes an exclusive red algae extract from the South of France that is an antioxidant to neutralize free radicals coupled with a flexible polymer that creates a shield to protect hair against pollutants and heat styling up to 450° Fahrenheit. Both these active ingredients work in conjunction with Olaplex’s proprietary bond building technology to nourish, repair existing damage while also protecting hair from future damage. The result is immediately visible benefits, all while protecting hair: satin shine and soft-touch, anti-static and frizz control, detangling and faster blow dry, bounceback memory and curl and wave retention.
No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Serum is also free of sulfates, phthalates, parabens, or gluten, and it's silicone-free, vegan and color-safe.
To use No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Serum, apply a small amount to palms of your hand to damp, towel-dried hair, and pull through hair using your palms on either side of each section. Add more as needed. Air-dry for soft texture. Blow-dry for smooth finish. Diffuse for waves or curls.

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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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.

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