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Nailpreneur 6th Season Return with Expert Julie Kandalec and More

Nailpreneur elevates nail professionals, hair stylists, makeup artists and estheticians. The signature training is open for enrollment now through Thursday, November 12th. Beauty Launchpad Readers get $100 off with code LAUNCHPAD100.

Cosmetologist Chicago Keeps Their Finger On The Pulse of Organizational Growth

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Sam Villa Recognized For Elevating The Industry and Shaping Its Future

Sam Villa Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer for the Sam Villa Company, accepted the 2026 Rainbow Convention Lifetime Achievement Award on October 24th in Albany, NY.

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Color Care & Professional Beauty With amika CMO, Nilofer Vahora

Fazit x Nike: Glow-in-the-Dark Beauty Takes Over LA’s After Dark Tour this Weekend

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Beauty Advocates for Breast Cancer Awareness

The Wella Company Enters A New Phase

The Wella Company makes leadership and organizational design changes to continue building brand awareness, creating strong brand affinity and driving advocacy among consumers and professionals.

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Luxury Grooming Grows In Maryland

Hammer & Nails expands, opening its third location in Maryland.

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Texture Mastery Pro Brings Elevated, Immersive Texture Education to New York City

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Lash and Brow Education Expands With A Strategic Partnership

BorboletaPro, a leading provider of professional lash and brow products and education, announced its acquisition of Dulce Lash Artistry and its designation as the preferred lash and brow education partner of Paul Mitchell Advanced Education.

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Closing the Gap in Male Nail Care

It's no secret that nail care spaces, from basic manicures and pedicures to spa services and even art, are not curated for male clients. The MANACARE line was developed in response to nail professionals asking for products that felt intentional, masculine, and professional.

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Fall Colors and Styles Clients Will Be Asking For This Season

Top salon professionals give full breakdowns, formulations and key tips and tricks for the next color client who sits in your chair.

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How Professionals Can Customize LIONYX Lacquer's Recent Launches For Clients

LIONYX Lacquer launches HOLLYWOOD NEVER DIES, a four-shade collection featuring LIONYX's quick-drying, 10-free formula, delivering dimensional color and high-impact shine.

The Global Image Award Entries Are Open

Entries are now open for the 2027 Americas Beauty Show (ABS) by Cosmetologist Chicago Global Image Awards, inviting beauty professionals celebrating the show's theme, PULSE.

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Making a Statement Through Art and Barbering

STMNT Grooming Goods Artist Edition brought an exclusive, community-driven event for barbers, professionals and artists to connect, exchange ideas and explore the role of self-expression. Artist Louis De Guzman unpacks the inspiration behind his design. Creators Julius Arriola, aka Julius Cvesar and Miguel Gutierrez aka Nomad Barber, from the brand's creator trio highlight the importance of the event and break down how the range of products came to be.

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Beauty Professionals Get The VIP Treatment During New York Fashion Week

The GelBottle Inc. collaborates with DUEL and Cosmo Prof Beauty, the professional beauty supply network of Beauty Systems Group, to bring The Pro Penthouse to NYFW. The Pro Penthouse was designed to give these artists a dedicated space to recharge, connect, and be celebrated during one of the industry’s busiest weeks.

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Beetles Gel Polish Strengthens Its Presence in the Professional Nail Industry

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From Scalp Care to Sculptural Braids: Monaè Everett Leads BruceGlen Hair at Fashion Bomb Daily Using Bask & Lather

Celebrity hairstylist, author, educator and all-textures expert Monaè Everett gives the inside scoop on her sculptural braided look that paired bold runway from NYFW.