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.
“We are some of the luckiest creatives on the planet. As hairdressers, we get to shape more than hair—we shape identity. We create for our clients, inspire fellow artists, and are continuously inspired by each other. That exchange of artistry is at the heart of this story and at the heart of this haircut."
Choosing your own shears after graduating from cosmetology school can be tricky - and a big investment. Sam Villa ArTeam Member Jesse Linares shares his tips on picking the right shears for your needs.
Life coach and Culture Ambassador of Sam Villa, Andrew Carruthers, outlines how to tell if your burnout is temporary - or if it's time to make a bigger career change.
Cultivating inclusivity and gender affirming practices within the hair world should be a best practice on the daily, however, June is the time to STEP IT UP!