In The Know
Sustainable Luxury: Introducing R+Co BLEU
Meet R+Co BLEU, a couture collection from R+Co that merges sustainability with high performance, innovative formulas.
Aquage Partners with Plastic Bank on Environmental Cause
A portion of every Aquage sale will prevent 50 tons of plastic from entering the ocean, and the company is moving toward all recycled and sustainable packaging.
Inclusivity, Diversity and Friendship: amika Launches All Hair Is Welcome Campaign
The campaign is set to underscore these values that propel the brand to be “a friend to hair, hairstylists, to her, him, them and you.”
Andis Launches Virtual Education to Connect Educators to Barbering and Grooming Pros
Despite the pandemic, barbers, stylists and pet groomers can now access interactive premium education from anywhere in the world.
ROLFS Global CEO Francis Tesmer Announces First-Ever Higher Education Degree Pathway for Beauty Professionals
L'Oreal USA Professional Products Division to support enrolled students with industry-oriented curriculum, guest lectures by experts in the field, and mentorship, apprenticeship and other advancement opportunities.
by Stacey Soble
A Global Sensation: Kao Salon Virtual Experience Brings Thousands of Stylists Together
Almost 20,000 hairdressers from around the globe joined the first digital event hosted by Kao Salon
The Pink Tax Prohibits Charging for Goods or Services Based on Gender
As an example, dry cleaning a woman's suit jacket for $12 and a man's suit jacket for $8 would constitute a violation of law. Will pricing differently for men and women's haircuts fall under the same reform?
New Poll Reveals Pandemic Impact on Black-Owned Small Businesses
Survey results from Color Of Change and Main Street Alliance of 600 small business owners.
Wella Company Names Annie Young-Scrivner as CEO
Young-Scrivner joins Wella from GODIVA Chocolatier where she served as CEO for the last three years.
Kline’s Hair Salon Data Shows Promise for Industry Recovery
Kline's analysis of product and service sales reveals product sales were strong through the shutdown and after reopening, while certain professional beauty services are stronger than others as clients come back to salons.
Reopening Made Easier: These Special Offers Help Salons Get Back to Business
Many salons have struggled to survive through COVID-19 closures. As they reopen under new guidelines, salon owners and staff are finding smart ways to adapt and grow their business through access to valuable offers on products and services.
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Wella Encourages Styling Community to Amplify Diverse Hair for National Diversity Week
With a calendar full of Instagram Lives and the new hashtag #AmplifyDiverseHair, the Wella family of brands is inviting the professional beauty community to help drive change.
Day Two of the Data-Driven Salon Sets You Up for a Successful Future
From an eye-opening panel on staff recruitment and retention to examining the seven steps of the client journey, Day Two of the Data-Driven Salon Experience helps you strengthen your business today and prepare for the future.
by Stacey Soble
Davines and Green Circle Salons Launch "The Take Back Box" to Make Recycling Easy for Guests
Ensuring that returned empties are given another life.
The US House of Representatives Passes Bill to Ban Discrimination that Stems from Race-Based Hairstyles
If it is passed by the Senate, natural hair discrimination could be deemed illegal nationwide.
by Anne Moratto
SpotOn Raises $60 Million in Series C Funding Led by DST Global
With additional capital, SpotOn software and payments company will further its investment in digital-first solutions, providing small businesses with products they need to thrive in today's challenging business climate.
How's the Coffee Here? 2020 Best Coffee Cities in America
It's beauty pro go juice. Find out how your city ranks for its coffee consumption.