
Wella Announces the Finalists of Wella Trend Vision Awards
This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
The Wahl 1919 line includes products for hair care and styling and beard and skin care.

Wahl Professionalis rolling out a new line of versatile products to help men look their best.
The Wahl 1919 line has 11 products that include hair care, hair styling, beard care and skin care.
“Wahl Professional took considerable care in developing a men’s grooming line that all professionals can embrace. These are products that deliver on the Wahl promise of 100 years of excellence," says Anne Marie Kollias, Wahl Professional’s U.S. Director of Sales and Marketing. “The Wahl 1919 grooming line gives barbers and stylists the ability to use Wahl Professional’s quality products on their clients from start to finish.”
The Wahl 1919 line delivers three key benefits the company says barbers and stylists want, including high performance and healthy formulations for hair and skin that have ingredients such as willow bark and white oak, packaging in tubes and not pucks for easy grabbing and dispensing and supporting the Wahl's Professionals Fade It Forward barber school scholarship program.
Wahl 1919 Product Overview
Introductory Full-Sized Sample Kit
Wahl Professional has created an introductory kit consisting of one of each product in its full size at a discounted price for all hair styling professionals. It comes with its own point of sale materials that provide a useful space for stocking the product line in the future.
Firm Hold Gel
A strong hold and high shine that doesn’t flake throughout the day.
Pomade
A medium hold pomade that feels silky smooth while keeping your look together.
Fiber Paste
The Fiber Paste adds a matte texture to hair and builds volume while providing flexibility thanks to natural beeswax.
Matte Control Cream
Adds a matte finish and light hold when styling long hair while allowing it flexibility.
Thickening Styling Cream
Fantastic for longer hair looking for soft styling, thicker texture and frizz-free definition.
3-in-1 Hair and Body Wash
Delivers a silky-smooth one-step daily wash leaving hair cleaned and conditioned.
Cleansing Shampoo
Peppermint-infused Cleansing Shampoo cleans hair by gently, yet effectively, removing hair care product residue and delivering a stimulating and invigorating sensation to the hair and scalp.
Shave Cream
Soothing, slick formula provides for a smooth and close shave that leaves skin feeling fresh.
No-Sting Foam
An aftershave, skin lotion and face tonic ideal for sensitive skin.
Aftershave Moisturizer
For particularly sensitive skin or cold winter mornings, it provides a layer of calming protection without that greasy feel.
The Beard Balm
Tames and softens beards, nourishing the skin underneath while adding moisture and stability.

This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
Haircare brand The Doux has launched “My Salon Empire,” a free-to-play salon management game on Roblox, helping the next generation celebrate the diversity of textured hair and explore salon entrepreneurship.

The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.

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.

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.

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