Beauty Industry Report

06/08/2026

Scholarships are available for those pursuing beauty and wellness careers, including those in hair, skin and nails. Apply today! Deadline is July 31.

Supporting your entire career journey from applying for Scholarships and connecting with mentors to keeping your skills current with advanced education and inspiring the next generation of talent Scholarship Applications are accepted in 4 seasons each year: Spring: March 1 – April 30 Summer: June ...

05/23/2026

There must be something in the stars. Four of our top distributors— -Premier—all have birthdays today! Sending best wishes to you all!

05/07/2026

Final deadline extension for FREE PUBLICITY in Beauty Industry Report's July Cosmoprof North America PREVIEW. Make sure you're included in this important show preview to more than 15,000 readers!

Cosmoprof North America will take place on July 13-15, 2026, in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Note: Day changes to Monday-Wednesday. In our July issue, Beauty Industry Report will feature a special show preview. If you are exhibiting, we would love to include your show LAUNCHES. Beauty Industry Report is an executive magazine and communication forum for senior beauty, barber, spa and wellness business leaders.

This is FREE Editorial for Cosmoprof North America exhibitors only. Follow these directions exactly.

To stay on top of all the news you need to run your business, subscribe to the Beauty Industry Report at subscribe.bironline.com for a special rate and receive an enhanced write-up and call-out on the page.
Current subscribers will automatically receive that bonus.

To be included, please send the following to [email protected] with the subject line Cosmoprof North America. Deadline is May 22. Please follow this format. DO NOT SEND PRESS RELEASES, FACT SHEETS, LINKS OR DECKS. ANSWER THIS QUESTIONNAIRE.
1. What is your company’s or brand’s name?
2. What is your booth number?
3. Are you looking for manufacturers’ reps and/or distributors and/or beauty stores in North America? Internationally?
4. What is your company previewing/launching at Cosmoprof North America? Please note: This is for products launching at or after CPNA only. DO NOT SEND A PRODUCT WE HAVE ALREADY RUN. Please include this information for every new line or product you are launching or previewing for launch from July 2026 to December 2026.
5. What is the official launch date?
6. What features/benefits/concept make this new line/product/program special? (Maximum 100 words)
7. What is the size of the product and the MSRP for retail products or salon price for professional-use products (such as hair color).
8. What is your primary distribution channel? (Where is the product sold? salons, beauty supplies, online, QVC, Sephora, Dept. Stores, etc.) or is this the first launch for your brand?
9. Sales contact info (NOT press contact info). You must include the person’s name, title and email address plus WEBSITE to be included.
10. Please send one high-resolution, PRINT QUALITY jpeg, tif or png per new product or a group shot. It MUST be a minimum of 300 dpi at 5 x 7 inches. This is EDITORIAL. ABSOLUTELY NO TYPE OR LOGOS on the photo (other than what’s on the actual product).

The deadline to submit your content is Friday, May 22.

Here is an example of a prior preview: CPNA Las Vegas Preview

Subscribe to the Beauty Industry Report at subscribe.bironline.com for an enhanced write up and call out on the page.

Let us know if you have any questions! We are here to help!

03/26/2026

Henkel has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of OLAPLEX, a premium hair care brand, at an offer price of 2.06 USD per share; implying a total transaction value of 1.4 billion USD. The transaction has been unanimously approved by OLAPLEX’s Board of Directors, and Advent, OLAPLEX’s controlling shareholder, has entered into a written consent, undertaking to approve the transaction. This acquisition marks another important milestone in Henkel’s purposeful growth agenda and further expands hair care as a core category within its Consumer Brands business.

OLAPLEX is a well-established, premium channel hair care brand with a portfolio of science-led, high-performance products. Its focus on consistent quality and meaningful relationships within the professional community has resonated strongly with stylists and consumers alike. OLAPLEX maintains a balanced global footprint, with sales split between the U.S. and key international markets. In fiscal year 2025, OLAPLEX generated around 370 million euros in sales and delivered a strong gross margin.

“The planned acquisition of OLAPLEX is fully in line with Henkel’s strategy to expand its portfolio through compelling, value-adding M&A activities,” said Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel. “This transaction allows us to expand our presence in premium hair care. The brand creates compelling opportunities for future growth and innovation.”

"OLAPLEX is a perfect strategic fit for our premium hair care business,” added Wolfgang König, Executive Vice President responsible for Henkel’s Consumer Brands business. “Its strong scientific foundation, guided by professionals, combined with a robust presence across premium channels makes it highly complementary to our existing portfolio and we see meaningful opportunities to accelerate innovation.”

The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

02/19/2026

Important update for Hair To Stay

The pro-age beauty line pledges to fund scalp-cooling treatments for four cancer patients aged 50 or older each month through HairToStay. The treatments help patients preserve their hair during chemotherapy treatment. In addition, Prime Prometics will contribute through targeted awareness campaigns,...

02/07/2026

The 2026 Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS) is set to reveal the winners in categories including motion pictures, television, music videos and theater entertainment at the 13th Annual MUAHS on Saturday, February 14 at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los Angeles! The Powder Group is honored to, once again, be among the media sponsors for the event.

Tickets for the live, in-person event hosted by Rachel Harris are available by clicking here.
https://stazevents.formstack.com/forms/muahs_2026

You can watch the MUAHS live broadcast on YouTube by clicking here or Vimeo by clicking here starting with the Live From The Red Carpet hosted by Frankie Grande at 6:00 Pacific. The awards presentation begins at 7:30 Pacific.
https://www.youtube.com/live/lXOT1MCCp8s?feature=share

Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning makeup artist Greg Nelson and Oscar-nominated hair stylist Judy Alexander Cory will receive Lifetime Achievement Awards. Emmy-nominated make-up artist Michael Johnston will receive the prestigious Vanguard Award.

The full list of makeup and hair nominees can be found here:
https://local706.org/2026-muahs-guild-awards-nominations-announced/

The 13th Annual MUAHS Awards are proudly sponsored by Presenting Level: L’Oréal Groupe, Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty; Premier Level: Ardell, Netflix, The Walt Disney Company; Diamond Level: Nigel Beauty, Platinum Level: Le Mieux Skincare, The Milton Agency; Gold Level: BigMack Trailers, Codex Labs, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Moonplay Cosmetics, RCMA, Skindinavia, Westmore Beauty; Silver Level: Amazon MGM Studios, HBO Max, The Set Set; Gift Bag Sponsors: Ardell, Arey, Cinema Secrets, Clubman Pinaud, Codex Labs, DUO, Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty, Hollywood Fashion Secrets, JLO Beauty, Le Mieux Skincare, LolaVie by Jennifer Aniston, LUMIFYâRedness Reliever Eye Drops, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Macadamia Beauty, Makeup By Mario, Mixsoon, NYX Cosmetics, RCMA Makeup, Skindinavia, Urban Decay, Westmore Beauty; Media Sponsors: Deadline, Gold Derby, The Hollywood Reporter, The Powder Group, Shoot Online, Variety, The Wrap.

2026 MUAHS Guild Awards Nominations Announced! Awards, Featured Posts Nominations Announced for the 2026 Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards MUAHS Awards Ceremony Set for Valentine’s Day – February 14, 2026 There is a tie resulting in six nominees in the following category: *BEST CONTEM...

12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday is Beauty Changes Lives Organization's biggest grassroots fundraising day of the year, and they have a lofty goal to raise $150,000 TODAY! Help fuel the future of our industry. Donate here: https://www.pledge.to/BCL-giving-tuesday-25

11/26/2025

Beauty Pros: Beware of this scam

The Professional Beauty Association is urging licensed professionals to be aware of a scam targeting our industry.

Salon owners have recently received emails and text communications claiming the 45b F**A Tip Tax Credit is a free money program, and the IRS will send cash refund checks for multiple past years.

BEWARE OF THESE EMAIL AND TEXT SCAMS

The 45b F**A Tip Tax Credit, now available to the professional beauty industry, is a tax credit not a refund program. To be clear, the 45b F**A Tip Tax Credit can reduce income tax liability for those that are eligible and qualify but does not produce direct repayment from the IRS. Any message promising “large refund checks” or “cash from the government” is FALSE. The beauty industry only became eligible in July 2025, which means any claims stating eligibility for past years such as 2022 or 2023 for example are FALSE.

Any company offering to file for earlier years is either misinformed or intentionally misleading.
Common scam phrases may include:
• Free government money
• Refund checks from the IRS
• Covered for 4 years
• Guaranteed approval

Please do NOT share your EIN number, payroll records, employee information, banking details, or prior tax returns with any companies or individuals you have not vetted or personally know to be legitimate.

For more information, contact Myra Reddy, PBA Director of Government Affairs at [email protected].

11/23/2025

Free publicity for your Cosmoprof North America Miami launches

Cosmoprof North America will take place on January 27-29, 2026, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. In our January issue, Beauty Industry Report will feature a special show preview. If you are exhibiting, we would love to include your show LAUNCHES. Beauty Industry Report is an executive magazine and communication forum for senior beauty leaders.

This is FREE Editorial for Cosmoprof North America exhibitors only.

To stay on top of all the news you need to run your business, you can subscribe to the Beauty Industry Report at subscribe.bironline.com for a special rate and receive an enhanced write-up and call-out on the page.

Current subscribers will automatically receive that bonus.

To be included, please send the following to [email protected] with the subject line Cosmoprof MIAMI. Deadline is December 5.

Please follow this format. DO NOT SEND PRESS RELEASES, FACT SHEETS, LINKS OR DECKS. ANSWER THIS QUESTIONNAIRE.

What is your company’s or brand’s name?

What is your booth number?

Are you looking for manufacturers’ reps and/or distributors and/or beauty stores in North America? Internationally?

What is your company previewing/launching at Cosmoprof North America? Please note: This is for products launching at or after CPNA only. DO NOT SEND A PRODUCT WE HAVE ALREADY RUN.

Please include this information for every new line or product you are launching or previewing for launch from January 2026 to June 2026.

What is the official launch date?

What features/benefits/concept make this new line/product/program special? (Maximum 100 words)

What is the size of the product and the MSRP for retail products or salon price for professional-use products (such as hair color).

What is your primary distribution channel? (Where is the product sold? salons, beauty supplies, online, QVC, Sephora, Dept. Stores, etc.) or is this the first launch for your brand?

Sales contact info (NOT press contact info). You must include the person’s name, title and email address plus WEBSITE to be included.

Please send one high-resolution, PRINT QUALITY jpeg, tif or png per new product or a group shot. It MUST be a minimum of 300 dpi at 5 x 7 inches. This is EDITORIAL. ABSOLUTELY NO TYPE OR LOGOS on the photo (other than what’s on the actual product).

The deadline for exhibitors to submit their content is Friday, December 5, 2025.

Here is an example of a prior preview: Click to download 2025 example

Subscribe to the Beauty Industry Report at subscribe.bironline.com for an enhanced write up and call out on the page.

Let us know if you have any questions! We are here to help!

11/17/2025

The new Beauty Industry Report has officially landed!

Inside this edition you'll find:

• The industry celebrates the life and legacy of icon Bruce Selan.

• milk_shake keeps the good vibes flowing for distributors, salons and clients

• Questex brings its legendary events and media together under one dynamic new brand: Be+Well

• The brand-new KIM Report delivers the data that powers smart decisions

• A legend retires: Paul Sharnsky closes an incredible career

• Summit Salon Academy raises $4,500 for HairToStay.org and the Sydney Berry Fund

• Industry leaders gather to celebrate wins!

• Guest Column: Let’s rally for cosmetology careers on ONE Giving Tuesday with Beauty Changes LivesBeauty Changes Lives Organization

• Plus: news, trends, people moves, insider intel and so much more!

Get yours today at subscribe.bironline.com