
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 collection is designed to elevate moisturizing heat with its Ion booster.


Bio Ionic's GrapheneMX collection is designed to make hair healthier and more moisturized.
Bio Ionic’s proprietary natural mineral complex penetrates hair with moisturizing heat, conditioning as you dry, allowing you to style at a lower temperature for long-lasting results. The GrapheneMX collection elevates moisturizing heat to new heights with its prolific Ion booster. Boasting up to 68% less damage, hair is left healthy, hydrated and softer than ever before.
About the technology
The Bio Ionic GrapheneMX technology was discovered by scientists at the University of Manchester, who won a 2010 Nobel Prize for their pioneering work with the material. Graphene is currently being developed for a range of high-tech applications, such as semiconductors, superfast charging batteries and advanced touchscreens.
The Bio Ionic GrapheneMX Collection lineup includes:
Bio Ionic GrapheneMX Styling Iron 1”
GrapheneMX infused plates with moisturizing heat condition while you style for healthier hair with total smoothness and shine. Rapid heating reaches 385°F/200°C for fast, even styling with no hot spots and consistent heat from roots to ends. The Styling Iron, which creates straight or wavy styles on any hair type, and is gentle enough for thinning and brittle hair, protects hair’s color vibrancy and delivers ultimate styling results at a lower temperature.
Bio Ionic GrapheneMX Professional Dryer
A healthier way to dry hair:
The GrapheneMX Professional Dryer’s Moisturizing Heat conditions while drying for healthier hair with total smoothness and shine. Three heat, two power settings, a cool shot button and two concentrator nozzles and GrapheneMX infused coils, all deliver fast, frizz-free styling. Ultra-powerful and lightweight.
Bio Ionic GrapheneMX Brush Collection
The Brush Collection Includes:
The Graphene Styling Brush, M (33mm)
The Graphene Styling Brush, L (53mm)
The Graphene Styling Brush, XL (65mm)
The Graphene Styling Paddle
GrapheneMX infused brushes condition hair while drying to protect against damage and breakage – gentle enough for even brittle or thinning hair. GrapheneMX coated barrels deliver consistent heat while drying for faster, gentler styling.

This shared recognition celebrates the strength of industry collaboration in advancing professional mobility.

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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.

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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.

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