
America's Beauty Show Opens Entries for the 2027 ABS Global Image Awards
This global competition celebrates the artistry, energy, and creative PULSE of the professional beauty community.
The hair color brand, Elgon, and its parent company Pidielle S.P.A. are family-owned, 100 percent Italian and 100 percent committed to the creative power of the hairdresser. Recently, Kathryn Mills joined the senior management team of the U.S. ...

KATHRYN MILLS
The hair color brand, Elgon, and its parent company Pidielle S.P.A. are family-owned, 100 percent Italian and 100 percent committed to the creative power of the hairdresser. Recently, Kathryn Mills joined the senior management team of the U.S. based staff of Elgon Italy LLC as the new director of business development. With over 23 years of experience in beauty industry sales, Mills was the director of sales and business development for Tocco Magico for over 15 years, where she led corporate expansion into U.S. markets and spearheaded the training and development of distributorships across the country, doubling the company’s revenues in the states.
Pidielle S.p.A. specializes in the design, formulation and manufature of hair care and hair color products. The Elgon brand was born in Milan,Italy where its headquarters remain today. Distributed in more than 70 countries, with a team of 60 employees, the company has been UNI EN ISO 9001:2008 certified since 2009. Elgon puts its products to the test in its training center in Florence, Italy, the Elgon Academy.

Chief Executive OfficerSerena Caimano has ambitious objectives for Elgon. She emphasizes creating a positive experience for both hairstylist and client when using Elgon products, paying close attention to gentle formulations, naturally-sourced fragrances and simple application and processing of color.

This global competition celebrates the artistry, energy, and creative PULSE of the professional beauty community.

Sofia Vergara, Lucy Hale, Alison Brie, John Salley, Brian Austin Green and more honored the best achievements in Science Behind Beauty, Health & Wellness at this glittering event.

Stress was the factor respondents blamed most often when their skin worsened, cited by 54%, followed by diet at 37% and hormones at 35%.

This year’s awards centered around the Monochromatic trend, which is rooted in minimalism and intentional by design.
Haircare brand The Doux has launched “My Salon Empire,” a free-to-play salon management game on Roblox, helping the next generation celebrate the diversity of textured hair and explore salon entrepreneurship.

The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.

Wella artists presented the Monochromatic trend movement, introduced new Pure Perfection color and Sebastian styling innovations, while the Wella team created interactive fun throughout Wella Studio in Los Angeles.

Dominique LyVar, an influential educator and artist, is remembered by those who loved him for his significant impact on the industry and contributions to the community.

Known for his buttery blondes and a technique for highlighting hair with more precision that he called chunking, Brad Johns died on August 27. His friend and fellow colorist, David Stanko, shares thoughts on his talented colleague and close friend.

As technology evolves at an accelerated rate, you want to make sure you have the best in your business toolkit to help you grow sales, motivate your team, communicate with your current and future clientele, and streamline your managerial tasks. The 2026 SALON TODAY Technology Solutions Guide is designed to help you navigate today's growing landscape of salon and spa technology. In this guide, you'll find a curated look at more than 50 of the latest software platforms, digital solutions, and innovative features to help you compare options and identify the best fit for your business.

The Davines Edit reflects the brand’s passion for people and planet.

RÜTE Wash introduces a shower cap designed specifically for crown washing, helping clients with hair extensions cleanse the scalp while protecting the lengths from water.

Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date.

One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.

According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are.

Hairstylists and barbers can showcase their creative and technical vision in two global categories with cash prizes and a chance to represent in Portugal.

The BBR Beauty Show featured a prominent speaker lineup including Lacy Redway, Karrueche Tran, Danessa Myricks, Chelley B., Sabrina Elba, Jessica Harris-Dupart, and more.