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SEARCHBe honest: one of the major contributing factors to your cosmetology school enrollment was your intense aversion to ever becoming a “suit.” Starched, beige clothing while trapped in a gray cubicle with a boss breathing down your ...
Be honest: one of the major contributing factors to your cosmetology school enrollment was your intense aversion to ever becoming a “suit.” Starched, beige clothing while trapped in a gray cubicle with a boss breathing down your neck? No thank you!
Just because you didn’t want a desk job doesn’t mean you didn’t work hard—darn hard!—to earn a spot in this industry that you love. It took determination, tons of hours, dedication, creativity, customer service, and business sense to build your clientele. After all that we have put into our careers, we deserve respect. We may not be “suits” but we are professionals.
According to Associated Hair Professionals, here are 10 things you should always keep in mind when it comes to professionalism:
Conversation in the salon can be interesting and funny without being gossipy and mean.
If your clients are following you on social media, make sure they’re following your career and not your drama.
Trashy never has and never will be in style.
Every legitimate profession has an association to bring that industry together and support the individuals within that career. There is one specifically for individual stylists—Associated Hair Professionals. Are you a member?
Beauty school wasn’t all-inclusive. Continuing education is a necessity, not a suggestion.
Confidence comes with education and experience; strive to have all three.
Referrals come from people who respect you as a professional.
Thorough client consultations, open dialogue, and a reassuring smile earn clients’ trust.
Fellow stylists are your greatest ally, so play nice.
Doing hair is a passion—but being a hairstylist is a business.
You are an amazingly talented professional. Ensure you are treated as such by acting like it.
Dominique LyVar, an influential educator and artist, is remembered by those who loved him for his significant impact on the industry and contributions to the community.
Known for his buttery blondes and a technique for highlighting hair with more precision that he called chunking, Brad Johns died on August 27. His friend and fellow colorist, David Stanko, shares thoughts on his talented colleague and close friend.
As technology evolves at an accelerated rate, you want to make sure you have the best in your business toolkit to help you grow sales, motivate your team, communicate with your current and future clientele, and streamline your managerial tasks. The 2026 SALON TODAY Technology Solutions Guide is designed to help you navigate today's growing landscape of salon and spa technology. In this guide, you'll find a curated look at more than 50 of the latest software platforms, digital solutions, and innovative features to help you compare options and identify the best fit for your business.
The Davines Edit reflects the brand’s passion for people and planet.
RÜTE Wash introduces a shower cap designed specifically for crown washing, helping clients with hair extensions cleanse the scalp while protecting the lengths from water.
Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date.
One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.
A live education series explores the ideas, collaboration, creative decisions and processes behind the winning work.
According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are.
Hairstylists and barbers can showcase their creative and technical vision in two global categories with cash prizes and a chance to represent in Portugal.
The BBR Beauty Show featured a prominent speaker lineup including Lacy Redway, Karrueche Tran, Danessa Myricks, Chelley B., Sabrina Elba, Jessica Harris-Dupart, and more.
The Professional Beauty Association and Pivot Point team up to develop an ongoing study that measures the confidence of salon owners, stylists, school owners, and students.
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.
Sponsored by BeautyWorld Dubai
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.
