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Looking Inward: With Community at Its Heart, Davines Reinvents Its Pro Channel for North America

The Davines Edit reflects the brand’s passion for people and planet.

Playlist Launches Customized Websites, A Done-for-You Service for Fitness and Wellness Operators

The new service, which builds and maintains websites for fitness and wellness businesses, is the second in Playlist's suite of AI-powered apps, which includes AIConcierge, designed to improve client engagement and booking conversions.

Damola Adamolekun and John Paul DeJoria to Headline the 12th Annual PBA Executive Summit

Accomplished business leaders will bring complementary perspectives on leadership, transformation, and the future of service-driven industries.

The Alternative Hair Show Arrives in Spain for the First Time with LOOK Madrid

The most iconic show in international hairdressing will celebrate its 43rd edition on November 14th at LOOK Madrid, IFEMA MADRID, in a historic night that will bring together some of its legendary teams and will also host the final of the International Visionary Award across its three categories: Cut & Colour, Men’s and Avant-Garde. LOOK Madrid celebrates its next edition from November 13-15th at IFREMA MADRID.

Artègo USA Assumes Control of its U.S. Distribution, Plans for Growth

Axel and Marc Weiss are now leading Artègo USA's distribution operations, introducing a strategy focusing on strengthening relationships with salons, distributors, educators, and sales professionals.

Black Hair Reimagined: The New Era of Beauty

Timed to kick off New York Fashion Week, the intimate, artist-led event focuses on technique, storytelling, and the creative process.

UV Hair Protection from JVN Hair

JVN Hair's Summer Protection Duo is clinically proven to provide UV protection and deliver conditioning and texture to keep hair looking great all season long.

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.

In Dubai, Clients Visit the Salon Every Week. Here’s What That Market Can Teach You

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

Take the Plunge with HairToSay Does the Bay

In October, volunteers plan to walk and take the plunge during at the annual event, HairToStay Does the Bay. Find out how you can participate and support the organization that grants subsidies to cancer patients so they can receive cold cap treatments to save their hair during chemotherapy.

Stop Losing Clients to Hair Thinning

At Premiere Orlando 2026, SALON TODAY catches up with Easihair Pro's Angela Gilmore, who talks about why stylists lose clients who are suffering from thinning hair and hair loss, and how their new Hairlosophy line can help.

Alfaparf Group Expands U.S. Footprint with New Rhode Island Manufacturing Facility

The strategic investment strengthens the company's North American presence and accelerates private label innovation in professional beauty.

KEVIN.MURPHY Strengthens New England Presence Through New Partnership with Sullivan Beauty

Bringing global haircare authority closer to the chair, the partnership marks a renewed investment in New England's salons and stylists.

2026 Beauty Changes Lives Gala Unites the Industry to Celebrate Legacy, Artistry and Opportunity

This growing must-attend industry event honors leaders across hair, nails, and wellness while creating opportunities for the next generation.

Intercoiffure America Canada's 2026 Honor Your Teacher Initiative

Calling all students! Intercoiffure America Canada will select five student-nominated teachers for all-expenses-paid trips to its Fall Atelier in New York. Nominations are due June 15, 2026.

Aura Salonware Announces 2026 Scholarship Winners

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.

Aura Salonware Announces 2026 Scholarship Winners

Aura Salonware Grants three scholarships in 2026--one for a student, one for continuing education for a beauty pro, and a business scholarship for a new salon owner.