
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.
CosmoProf and MODERN SALON partner to bring salons Modern Fairytale, a collection of products, tools and looks that will get clients excited! It's all about ethereal, iridescent shades of beauty.







Experience the joy and wonder of Modern Fairytale. Invite your clients into the realm of endless possibilities through color and style. CosmoProf’s Modern Fairytale collection of tools and products opens the doors to creativity. Aid clients in achieving natural-looking bends and curls with braided accents. The blondest blondes greet the season, but on-trend pastels—blue, pink, lavender—will be in high demand. Trends predict that clients will look to experiment with ribbons of color along with their all-over coverage. Shimmering nails and glowing skin can complete the look.
“This spring, we are thrilled to transport you to the enchanting world of Modern Fairytale, a theme that captures evolving trends from runway to street style. In both fashion and beauty there’s a predominance of metallics and gemstone colors, and now holographic and iridescent tones are hotter than ever,” says Jen Wilder, CosmoProf group vice president, marketing. “Vibrant hues are softening—we are seeing other-worldly colors translated into wearable, on-trend looks.”
Emerging from Millennial Pink, the beautiful Pantone color of Rose Quartz then led to this year’s Ultra Violet. “Our CosmoProf brand partners are industry leading, and we love the products, packaging and colors they designed for our Modern Fairytale theme,” Wilder continues. “This spring, introduce your clients to items fresh and fun from the brands they love and trust! These gorgeous items will be a beautiful addition to any stylist station, as well as a great opportunity to drive retail revenue. Thank you for joining us on this magical journey; we hope this spring you create your own Modern Fairytale and use these items to help make your dreams—and your clients’ dreams—come true.”
To celebrate the theme, three members of the 2018 CosmoProf Artistic Team met to develop Modern Fairytale inspirational looks. Using color and styling, they created whimsical styles ideal for proms, weddings and special occasions. The behind-the-scenes shots shown here give you an idea of how the team brought Modern Fairytale to life. The results are a pair of beautiful looks to inspire your own interpretations of the theme.
CosmoProf is proud to support those who are Licensed to Create! Join us this June during Premiere Orlando at our inaugural Licensed to Create Awards. Vote on the finalists and live-stream at licensedtocreate.com/awards.

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.