
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.
The system is designed to stimulate, energize and nourish the scalp and create the optimum environment for hair to thrive.

ColorProof Color Care Authority is introducing its solution to treating and preventing thinning hair.
The BioRepair-8 Anti-Thinning Scalp and Hair Therapy System is designed to stimulate, energize and nourish the scalp, creating an environment for hair to thrive. The system targets the four main causes of hair loss; rising levels of the hormone DHT, poor microcirculation and build-up of sebum, aging stem cells and failure to anchor in scalp.
The system uses advanced bio-cellular plant ingredient technology to regenerate the hair and scalp:
Eight natural scalp fortifiers (saw palmetto, green tea, caffeine, pumpkin seed oil, nettle, biotinoyl tripeptide-1, citric acid and oleanolic acid)
Stop DHT absorption and prevent follicle minimization while nourishing.
Alpha Hydroxy Acid
Increase microcirculation and exfoliate to remove dead skin cells and follicle-blocking impurities.
Apple and Grape (AG)-Stem cell complex
Preserve youthful cell function for healthy new growth cycles.
Phytonutrients
Thicken starved hair and nourish the follicle. Includes: Organic Pea Sprout, Biotin, Ginkgo Biloba, Tea Tree Leaf Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Peppermint and Rosemary Essential Oils.
Keravis and soy proteins
Multi-weight proteins work from the inside out to strengthen, repair and reduce breakage.
Advanced Colorlast System
Provides full spectrum UVA/UVB color and heat protection
Benefits:
Removes dead skin cells and build-up that impede hair growth
Stimulates, energizes and exfoliates the scalp
Nourishes and delivers longevity of scalp and hair health
Strengthens and repairs weak hair from the inside out
Adds incredible volume for thicker, fuller-looking hair
Provides unsurpassed UVA/UVB color and heat protection
Three-Step Solution:
Step 1: Deep clean and exfoliate
This deep cleansing shampoo with eight natural scalp fortifiers is designed to nourish and restore the scalp, creating the optimal environment for hair growth. Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) maximized with the Scalp Exfoliating Brush, removes dead skin cells, build-up and impurities that impede hair growth.
Step 2: Nourish and thicken
Powered by eight natural scalp fortifiers and powerful AHA, this formula allows the AG-Stem Cell Complex, biotin, copper peptides and phytonutrients to rejuvenate the scalp and create optimum conditions for growth. Helps combat breakage and naturally encourages fuller-looking results while prolonging color life.
Step 3: 24-Hour Treatment
Infuse hair and defend scalp with a concentrated dose of biotin and copper peptides plus eight natural scalp fortifiers and AG-Stem Cell Complex to deliver maximum repair around the clock. Balances and restores scalp and follicle health, creating optimum conditions for thicker, fuller-looking hair.

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.