In the February 2017 Issue of Beauty Industry Report
BIR brings you up to date on all of the recent mergers and acquisitions in the professional beauty business.
Competition Alert: Paul Mitchell Invites Colorists to Color Outside the Lines
Paul Mitchell invites salon pros to Color Outside the Lines and show off their hair-coloring skills.
by Anne Moratto
ColorProof Launches New Collection at Artistic Team Training
ColorProof Color Care Authority recently hosted its Artistic Specialist and Platform Artist teams in a three-day technical training in Dallas, TX.
by Anne Moratto
Countdown to HAIRraising 2017: Join the Cut-A-Thon to Support Boston Children’s Hospital
The 2017 HAIRraising Campaign to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital is scheduled for Sunday, May 21 and “big-hearted” salons across the U.S. are signing up, inspired by the idea that “the next big breakthrough in pediatric cardiology can start in your salon.”
L'Oréal Professionnel Announces Shelley Gregory as Newest Brand Ambassador
A native of Las Vegas, where she is based as a colorist and stylist, Gregory has been working in the industry for over 15 years. Recently, she has gained internet recognition for her pastel color work and has been named one of five finalists in MODERN's Braids & Brides competition.
Bassett Salon Solutions Opens New Location in Los Angeles
The distributor of professional salon products is opening a store in West Hollywood, CA.
by Anne Moratto
Denman Sponsors Grammy Gifting Event
Before music's big night, Denman offered some limited edition brushes to Grammy-goers.
by Anne Moratto
Wahl Professional's New Website Features an Interactive Product Selector and a Focus on Industry News
Wahl Professional has launched its new website, wahlpro.com, with an aesthetic that honors the history of barbering and styling, along with modern functionality and new features and content, including interactive product pages, social media integration and access to education.
The 2017 CT Barber Expo Features Education, Vendors and Barber Battles
Taking place in downtown Hartford, Connecticut on April 23, 2017, this year's CT Barber Expo will continue to inspire, entertain and showcase the culture, community and passion of the barber world.
Beauty Changes Lives Experience to Honor Arnold and Sydell Miller with the 2017 Legacy Award
Matrix co-founders Arnold (Arnie) and Sydell Miller will be celebrated on Sunday, March 26, 2017, as recipients of the fifth Legacy Award presented by the Beauty Changes Lives Foundation.
Modern Exclusive: An Interview with the CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar
Canadian entrepreneur and CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar, Vanessa Melman Yakobson acquired Blo in 2009 and established it as a franchise system.
by Anne Moratto
Modern Exclusive: An Interview with the CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar
Canadian entrepreneur and CEO of Blo Blow Dry Bar, Vanessa Melman Yakobson acquired Blo in 2009 and established it as a franchise system.
by Anne Moratto
Finally Lisa's Hair and Nail Salon Wins SASSI's Salon Secrets Contest
Finally Lisa's Hair & Nail Salon in Southbridge, MA, wins a trip to America's Beauty Show by sharing their success story with SASSI, the Salon and Spa Specialty Insurance agency.
by Stacey Soble
Eurisko Design Launches Comprehensive Salon Services and Names New Division Leaders
Eurisko staffs up.
by Anne Moratto
Framar Arrives at Cosmoprof and Armstrong McCall
Framar products can now be found in all CosmoProf and Armstrong McCall stores nationwide.
by Anne Moratto
Wella-Unicef Offer Beauty Mentoring and Education in Vietnam
The Wella-Unicef Making Waves Program, as well as Wella’s Hairdressers at Heart Initiative, is continually striving to give the gift of education and mentorship to those in need across the globe.
by Anne Moratto
Wahl Global Educators Traveled to Russia and China to Bring the Latest in American Barbering Education
Wahl Education and Artistic Team members Christina Goree, Rick Morin and Jose Barba shared knowledge in classrooms and at events on best practices for clipper cutting.