
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 black Truffle Collection from Moroccan Gold Series includes: Truffle Mask (a 3-minute wonder with truffle microcapsules), a Serum that comes out black and turns clear before it touches the hair, a Truffle Shampoo, and Truffle Leave-In Mask.

Salon brand Moroccan Gold Series has released its black Truffle Collection of hair products. The collection includes: Truffle Mask (a 3-minute wonder with truffle microcapsules), a Serum that comes out black and turns clear before it touches the hair, a Truffle Shampoo, and Truffle Leave-In Mask.
Filled with micronutrients, minerals, vitamins, fatty acids, omegas and much more, truffles quickly help shine, defrizz, strengthen and hydrate without heaviness to leave hair more natural-looking and with bounce. The collection is also animal cruelty-free.
Black Truffle Mask: a 3-minute wonder, it is designed to penetrate faster and more deeply to nourish and strengthen hair. It features black truffle extract-filled microcapsules for an accelerated infusion of anti-aging nutrients.
Black Truffle Serum: a black serum that turns clear when applied to the hair. It is designed to offer smooth, vibrant and frizz-free results with a brighter, healthier looking shine.
Black Truffle Leave-In Mask: a leave-in heat-protective, pre-styling spray that is sulfate free, and is designed to not weigh down strands, and instead absorb into hair.
Black Truffle Shampoo: a gentle, deep-cleansing shampoo that is nutrient dense and regenerates strands while it promotes the health of the hair and scalp

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.

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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.