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With support of its partners and members, the Professional Beauty Federation distributes kits to help beauty professionals get back on their feet.

The Professional Beauty Association, whose mission is to advocate and fight for the rights and professionalism of the beauty industry, proudly announced the launch of Beauty Relief Kits to support licensed beauty professionals who have been impacted by the devastating California wildfires. These kits, packed with essential tools and supplies, are designed to help beauty professionals rebuild their livelihoods and resume their work.
In addition to the generous contributions made to PBA's Disaster Relief Fun--which has raised more than $150,000 to assist wildfire victims--the association has partnered with industry leaders to assemble these vital kits. Each kit includes items such s combs, color brushes, flat irons, curling irons and other professional tools to support beauty pros in getting back to business.
"These kits are just one part of our ongoing efforts to support those in need during this challenging time," says Leslie Perry, executive director of PBA. "We are incredibly grateful for the support of our members, partners, and sponsors, whose generosity has made this initiative possible. The beauty industry's strength lies in our ability to come together during times of crisis."

Beauty Relief Kits are available in limited quantities and are exclusively reserved for licensed beauty professionals. The kits can be picked up on Monday, February 3rd at SOS Beauty, located at 9100 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 500 in Beverly Hills. To reserve your kits and schedule pickup slots, click here.
PBA extends special thanks to its valued partners and members, including Amika, Fromm, Wahl, Oligo, JPMS, Helen of Troy, Hattori Hanzo, Framar, Robanda, GHD, Sam Villa and many others who have contribued to the Disaster Relief Fun and the Beauty Relief Kits.
For more information about PBA, please visit probeauty.org
About The Professional Beauty Association:The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is dedicated to advocating and fighting for the rights and professionalism of the beauty industry, and is committed to the long-term success of beauty professionals and the businesses that employ and support them. As the largest and most inclusive trade organization representing the entire beauty industry, PBA advocates for legislation on behalf of the industry, including such things as fighting against deregulation. PBA also provides curated resources to empower members, including education, business tools and resources, curated healthcare and insurance options, exclusive events, charitable initiatives, scholarships, networking opportunities and proprietary reports and data. Members include manufacturers, distributors, salons, spas, schools, independent practitioners, students, and industry suppliers. For more information on membership, please visit www.probeauty.org/join.
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