
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.
In conjunction with Earth Day, Phyto has announced limited-edition packaging as well as a partnership with 1% For the Planet by donating 1% of sales of some products through a combination of monetary, in-kind, and paid promotion.






In conjunction with Earth Day and Earth Month, Phyto has announced limited-edition packaging as well as a partnership with 1% For the Planet by donating 1% of its sales of some products through a combination of monetary, in-kind, and paid promotion. According to 1% For the Planet's website, the organization and its members are committed to building support in six core focus areas: climate, food, land, pollution, water and wildlife.
The exclusive product sleeves, hand drawn by beauty and fashion illustrator, Marine de Quenetainwill be available through the end of August. The campaign and new sleeves launch on May 10th.
The products include:
Phytophanère
A French nutritional supplement that supports healthier hair, stronger nails and more radiant skin from the inside out. The botanical, high-potency formula has the building blocks to fuller, thicker and shiner hair.
Building blocks to fuller, thicker and shiner hair
95% effective in visibly improving the quality of the hair
Strengthens nails and supports glowing skin
Rich with biotin plus essential B vitamins
Phytopolléine
A potent blend of essential oils that balances the scalp and deters dandruff. Instantly purify and stimulate the scalp with the natural extracts of rosemary, sage, cypress and lemon oil. An ideal scalp treatment to energize and fortify sensitive, weak and anemic hair. It is recommended for those suffering from an unbalanced scalp, whether it is dry, oily, itchy or irritated.
Purifies and balances scalp
Stimulates microcirculation
Energizes and fortifies hair
Creates the optimal environment for healthy hair growth
Phyto 7
Infused with seven pure and natural plant extracts, this weightless leave-in conditioner instantly hydrates, smoothes and protects fine to medium-textured tresses while preventing frizz and split ends. Hair is left silky soft and illuminated with shine.
Conditions and smooths
Prevents split ends
Tames frizz and static
Provides lightweight softness and shine
Phytodéfrisant
A heat-activated botanical straightening balm that preps hair for the ultimate frizz-free, sleek blowout. Create smooth, easy, blow-dried tresses with no frizz and total manageability. The perfect blow dry is yours with this award-winning, heat-activated, sleek-making complex. Protect, hydrate and soften hair with an exclusive botanical formula rich in ferula, horseradish and sage. Benefits are cumulative with continued use.
Achieve the perfect, sleek blow dry
Safeguards against damaging effects of heat styling
Lightweight, nongreasy and alcohol free
Protects, hydrates and softens

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.

The Good Patch is a leading wearable wellness patch brand, offering wellness and skincare patches that support everyday needs including energy, sleep, relaxation and more.

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.