
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.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are products you and you salon could use and have on hand for clients to purchase for the cause.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign from the National Breast Cancer Foundation to increase awareness of the disease. Here are products you and you salon could use and have on hand for clients to purchase.
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Aveda will donate $5 from the purchase price of each limited-edition Breast Cancer Campaign Hand Relief Moisturizing Crème to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Since 2001, the Aveda network and guests have donated over $4.2 million to BCRF through the sale of similar products and donations. Because Aveda is a cruelty-free brand, all donations will support cruelty-free research that does not involve animals.
This year, Olivia Garden will debut two new Special Edition Breast Cancer Awareness collections: a NanoThermic Ceramic + ion Brush Set and Shears Set. A portion of proceeds from all sales of these special-edition collections will be donated to Breast Cancer Research.
In support and celebration of BCA initiatives, RevitaLash's limited-edition collection includes a signature Advanced eyelash conditioner or RevitaBrow Advanced eyebrow conditioner in a white cosmetic bag embellished with the BCA pink ribbon. In addition to supporting BCA during October, the brand is "Eternally Pink" with support year-round to awareness research and education.
The beloved Becca Cosmetics Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter is now available in a limited edition version to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. From now until November 30, 2018, Becca will donate $8 from the purchase price of the Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Opal will be donated to the Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.
Nikki Lee and Riawna Capri of Nine Zero One Salon have launched their nonprofit, the BeYOUtiful Foundation. Created for women of all ages defying the odds against cancer, the foundation is designed to provide hope, love and a path to feeling BeYOUtiful. During October, any merchandise purchase on the website will see 100% of the profits made go back to the foundation.
Featuring Ghd’s Gold Styler in a lip print designed by Lulu Guinness and a matching pink-accented Ghd Air, the limited edition collection celebrates Ghd’s annual commitment to ending breast cancer. For each Ghd x Lulu Guinness purchase made at Ulta, a donation of $5 will be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
In order to help bring Breast Cancer to light, NovaLash will donate $5 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation for every Lash+doctor purchased now through October. The eyelash and eyebrow growth serum conditions, strengthens and maintains healthy hair growth and is enhanced by a combination of natural plat extracts, peptides, multivitamins and conditioners.
BABY FOOT
Baby Foot removes unwanted dead skin from your clients' feet. In October, 20% of the proceeds from the Pink Ribbon box will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

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.