
America's Beauty Show Opens Entries for the 2027 ABS Global Image Awards
This global competition celebrates the artistry, energy, and creative PULSE of the professional beauty community.
The award-winning Oaks at Ojai destination spa adds Skin Authority’s facial and body treatments and products to its repertoire of offerings.

The award-winning Oaks at Ojai destination spa adds Skin Authority’s facial and body treatments and products to its repertoire of offerings.
The skin care company is known for its results-driven products and technological innovations. Its products are available at top spas and resorts around the world and lauded by actress Serinda Swan and Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings.
The Oaks offers Skin Authority’s VitaD dermo-corrective facials and Sleek and Slim body detoxifying treatment, using coffee extracts and caffeine to stimulate, and Skin Authority products are sold in The Nest retail outlet at The Oaks and online at The Oaks’ website through the spa products shopping cart www.oaksspa.com.
Cathy Cluff, president and CEO of The Oaks, says, “Our guests come to The Oaks for results, from losing weight and getting fit, learning new healthy habits and seeing and feeling differences in their skin. We chose Skin Authority’s exclusive Fit and Firm series because it allows our guests to get their skin in shape just as they’re on the road to keep their bodies fit.
“One of the biggest tenets at The Oaks is teaching our guests to extend their spa stay by taking The Oaks and all they learn home with them. Likewise, Skin Authority features unique, ongoing coaching support offered by the brand’s team of licensed therapists once the guest returns home. Through e-mail, texts, phone, SKYPE, etc., they extend the reach of The Oaks’ staff that equals a personalized experience for customers.”
About Skin Authority - Skin Authority, The Healthy Skin Lifestyle Company, offers results-driven products, expert coaching and guidance, simple daily beauty workout routines, and accessible price points. The Skin Authority brand is chosen by beauty experts, celebrities, and the media for skin care performance that produces immediately visible results and continued improvement. Skin Authority is available at www.skinauthority.com and exclusively at prestige retail and resort spa locations.

This global competition celebrates the artistry, energy, and creative PULSE of the professional beauty community.

Sofia Vergara, Lucy Hale, Alison Brie, John Salley, Brian Austin Green and more honored the best achievements in Science Behind Beauty, Health & Wellness at this glittering event.

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Wella artists presented the Monochromatic trend movement, introduced new Pure Perfection color and Sebastian styling innovations, while the Wella team created interactive fun throughout Wella Studio in Los Angeles.

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.

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One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

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Hairstylists and barbers can showcase their creative and technical vision in two global categories with cash prizes and a chance to represent in Portugal.

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