
40 Years of Beauty: What's Changed and What Hasn't
As Owner David Wagner celebrates the 40th anniversary of Juut Salonspa, he reflects on how the industry has evolved over the decades, and how his Daymaking philosophy has stood the test of time.
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As Owner David Wagner celebrates the 40th anniversary of Juut Salonspa, he reflects on how the industry has evolved over the decades, and how his Daymaking philosophy has stood the test of time.

The beauty industry has achieved a historic victory with the passage of the No Tax on Tips Act as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025. For the first time in decades, beauty professionals and salon owners now enjoy the same tax benefits that restaurants have received since 1993. Learn the ins and outs of the new legislation.

Now in its 29th year, the SALON TODAY 200 is a landmark business competition that celebrates salon success, growth and best practices. The 2026 application is now open, with an extended deadline of November 15, 2025!

In just one year, the Green Beauty Community has grown to 1,600+ members, 400+ pledge salons, and 40,000 students accessing its Sustainability Guidebook. Here’s how a grassroots idea became a national movement for sustainable beauty.

Coming up through guest services at Grove Salon, Shannon Bland helps team members hit their benchmarks, keeps guests happy and coming back again and again, and supports retail sales.

The quality of your salon business is determined by the quality of your decisions, the quality of your decisions is determined by the quality of your thinking, and the quality of your thinking is determined by your business creativity. In this thought-inspiring blog, Dr. Leon Alexander explores how your business creativity will lead the future of our industry.

Being relevant keeps your clients coming back for more, ensures your work is inspirational and pushes your business forward. HOB Academy's Akin Konizi shares five strategies for staying relevant.

A change of seasons is the perfect time to introduce your clientele to a few new services, then assess which ones to add to your permanent spa menu. La Paloma Spa in Tucson come up with a variety of new packages for besties, men and couples. Check them out.

Working in beauty doesn’t have to hurt. Learn how Somatic Movement helps hairstylists, lash artists, and other beauty pros release tension, improve posture, and extend their careers.

Loyalty and dedication have set Christing Scovotti apart as a valuable leader at Interlocks Salon. Find out how she rose from front desk concierge to Chief Operating Officer, helping to shape the business over the years.