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5 Things That Inspire Barber Jessie Perez Gil
Chicago educator and barber Jessie "Kirby" Perez Gil (@kirby_hairartisan) shares what keeps him inspired in his craft.
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Hair News
Vagaro's New Badge Helps Clients Find Stylists Trained in Textured Hair
Vagaro recently introduced their new “Textured Hair” business type badge, allowing salons and independent professionals to easily showcase their expertise in caring for coils, curls and more.
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CelebPro Delivers Performance, Protection & Polish
Introducing CelebPro: From the creators of Celeb Luxury, this next-generation hairstyling system is crafted exclusively for professionals.
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July/August 2025
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CelebPro Delivers Performance, Protection & Polish
Education
Use Vagaro to Easily Protect Your Beauty Business From Peak Season Cancellations & No-Shows
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Targeting Key Root Causes of Hair Thinning with Nutrafol
Health
Revolutionary Laser Systems Designed for Nail Technicians
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Business
Thanks to PBA Advocacy the FICA Tip Tax Credit Is Now Law
After decades of being left behind, salon, spa and barbershop owners finally win long-overdue tax fairness in one of the most significant legislative victories in beauty industry history.
Business
Step Inside Oak & Steel Grooming in Glen Ellyn, IL
Jori Moroni welcomes
Beauty Launchpad
to Oak & Steel Grooming in Glen Ellyn, IL.
Hair News
Textured Hair Education in Cosmetology Schools Reaches Coast to Coast Progress
Washington, Vermont, & Maine join five other states in passing legislation requiring textured hair education in all cosmetology schools.
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The Best Nail Service You Can't Miss This Year!
Experience top-quality care, stunning designs and techniques that keep your nails healthy and beautiful. Don't settle for less – treat yourself to the best with Zurno!
Nail Techniques
The Best Nail Service You Can't Miss This Year!
Experience top-quality care, stunning designs and techniques that keep your nails healthy and beautiful. Don't settle for less – treat yourself to the best with Zurno!
Hair News
The Hair Loss Innovation Boom
There’s new hope for consumers’ biggest fear.
Hair Tools
5 Shears That Will Make You a Cut Above the Rest
Beauty Launchpad Managing Editor Gabby Bach recommends five shears that will make you a cut above the rest, as she previews the July/August issue.
Hair News
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The Summer I Turned Pretty
New Limited Nail and Lash Collection
What your clients are watching, could be what they’re wearing.
Hair News
Beauty Gives Back 2025 Program Bridges Career Development with Heartfelt Mentorship
Beauty Gives Back is unveiling its lineup of featured sessions for its one day educational event, set to be held September 15 at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills.
Hair News
Why L'Oreal is Acquiring Color Wow
U.S.- and U.K.-based Color Wow was founded in 2013 by Gail Federici and has since enjoyed "rapid growth" via salons, selective distribution and e-commerce.
Nail Art & Techniques
Obsessed with Nail Care: A Timeless Consumer Beauty Favorite
Shoppers' favorite brands, habits and trends at home and in the salon.
Hair News
Enter Beauty Launchpad's 25 Under 50K Contest for 2025
If you're a beauty professional with fewer than 50K followers on Instagram, your time is now. Enter Beauty Launchpad's 25 Under 50K contest.