Beauty Industry Report

02/13/2025

Interesting article for those who want a behind-the-scenes view into how other hairdressers "made it" on their terms.

"This is not the industry to fake it 'til you make it."

02/07/2025

https://www.wfmynews2.com/article/news/community/the-dudley-beauty-brand-shares-its-legacy-as-it-nears-its-60th-anniversary-south-elm/83-9e78a0ef-2b60-43d5-ac8d-32ec8f0991e5

Its co-founder Eunice Dudley says perseverance is key to its success.

02/05/2025

Congratulations, Reuben Carranza!

Beauty Changes Lives is honored to announce Reuben Carranza, Group CEO of Bansk Beauty, as a distinguished Legacy Award honoree for the 2025 Beauty Changes Lives Gala, taking place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Orlando. This year, the Legacy Award expands to recognize three trailblazers who have profoundly shaped the beauty industry and its future through innovation, mentorship and philanthropy.


Reuben’s connection to Beauty Changes Lives runs deep, as he was a founding board member and a steadfast advocate for the organization’s mission. Throughout his extraordinary career, Reuben has seamlessly integrated Beauty Changes Lives into every new opportunity, fostering partnerships and advancing initiatives that empower the next generation of beauty professionals.

As the Group CEO of Bansk Beauty, Reuben oversees a portfolio of transformative beauty brands, including Amika, Eva NYC, and Ethique Beauty. Under his leadership, these brands have embraced philanthropy and industry mentorship, with Amika emerging as a major donor and partner of Beauty Changes Lives. Through his vision, Reuben has inspired these brands to champion education and opportunity for beauty professionals, further solidifying the beauty industry’s commitment to giving back.

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and more, visit beautychangeslives.org/gala.

01/28/2025

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/beyoncé-awards-houstons-franklin-institute-other-beauty-schools-with-250k-in-scholarships/ar-BB1iMXa3?ocid=BingNewsVerp

The Franklin Institute will receive a scholarship as part of the newly formed BeyGOOD Foundation x Cécred Fund created to invest in the stylist community. The beauty school joined four others across the country as recipients of the annual scholarship, the BeyGOOD Foundation announced on Tuesday. .....

01/28/2025

The Professional Beauty Association and Board of Directors announce the appointment of Leslie Perry as its new executive director, effective January 31. With deep industry roots and a proven track record of fostering collaboration and innovation, Perry is set to lead PBA into a dynamic new chapter.

"Leslie's exceptional leadership, industry expertise, and commitment to beauty professionals make her the ideal person to lead PBA into its next chapter," says Jay Elarar chairman of PBA’s Board of Directors and CEO Americas of Moroccanoil. "We look forward to working with her to drive innovation and unity in the professional beauty community.”

During her tenure at PBA, Perry has spearheaded initiatives that enhanced membership benefits, increased engagement and fostered satisfaction among members. As a licensed esthetician and former beauty business owner, she brings a unique and relatable perspective to the diverse needs within PBA’s membership.

“My love for professional beauty started as a kid in the 1990s, watching my hairdresser mom transform client after client in her salon,” Perry explains. “I never imagined as a kid sweeping hair and folding towels that one day I’d have the immense privilege of leading the association for this incredible industry. Professional beauty isn’t just my career. It’s my life.”

Perry's vision includes expanding resources, advocating on behalf of the industry, and creating more opportunities for networking and professional development.

Visit probeauty.org/join

01/17/2025

Good morning! The January Beauty Industry Report, out today, features our Cosmoprof North America Miami Preview. Almost 70 exhibitors share the exciting and sellable new products and services they'll be launching at the show. Which one is your next big money maker?

Get yours today. Subscribe at https://www.bironline.com/subscribe/ and I'll send you this issue as a bonus.

Thank you!

01/12/2025

The fires in LA are devastating communities and the lives of beauty professionals. The need for help is urgent, and the time to act is now. Our industry has always been built on care, creativity, and support—now it’s our turn to give back.

Your donation to the Disaster Relief Fund will provide critical aid to those struggling to rebuild their lives and businesses after the fires.

Together, we can make a real impact. Every dollar counts: www.probeauty.org/disaster-relief-fund/.

01/11/2025

I’m excited to speak about AI for Pro Beauty at Cosmoprof North America Miami 2025, the leading B2B beauty event in the Americas!

Register now: https://lnkd.in/gPD4dTXe

TO MY BEAUTY INDUSTRY COLLEAGUES - This is a must attend event!

Three days of new trends, product and supply chain innovation, top notch education sessions, and amazing networking opportunities.

01/08/2025

https://hji.co.uk/british-hairdressing-business-awards?utm_campaign=5810022-BHBA25&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_w7CZLRu4BHSe97525wFr3XRQ0n5_Z7j6x7TH1sXnJdT2NW8r5jihb4deGmCip7PgNFUIB3VOVMWvtP9-CsA20lOwyWQ&_hsmi=341573053&utm_content=341573053&utm_source=hs_email

The leading awards that celebrate the brightest brains and most astute business people in the hairdressing industry. Find out more.

12/26/2024

I’m delighted to share Beauty Industry Report’s 2025-2026 Show, Conference & Special Events Calendar, the industry’s largest and most complete calendar. You can download it here:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/karrvmk7gahyoxtf802fv/BIR_Calendar_2025-2026.pdf?rlkey=1u0wvndowqiybrw07o0emz0vx&dl=0

We update the calendar quarterly, so if you’d like us to include your event in the next edition, please send me:
Event’s name
Dates
City/State
Website for tickets/more information

And if you’d like to advertise in the next edition at our 2024 rate, just let me know.

Happy New Year!

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12/21/2024

The Salon Leaders Experience, produced by the Professional Beauty Association designed to empower salon owners, managers and their teams, will take place February 16-17, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Austin in Texas. This two-day experience offers salon professionals an opportunity to gain actionable strategies for leadership, business growth, and team development within the ever-evolving beauty industry.

The Salon Leaders Experience is designed to help salon owners and their teams thrive with practical insights across three key areas of success: People & Productivity, Business Boost, and Marketing Methods. With tailored sessions led by industry experts, this event is set to equip participants with the tools they need to enhance their businesses.

Keynote speakers include best-selling author Brant Menswar, who will share insights on building a strong organizational culture that drives performance and fosters loyalty, and strategist Kristina Marsh, who will focus on crafting a compelling brand presence to help you stand out in a competitive marketplace.

Other Mainstage and Breakout speakers include Daniel Mason Jones, Yene Damtew, Bonnie Conte Maggie Montiel DiFalco Gayle Nelson Fulbright Steve Gomez Jalia Pettis Sherri Raymond Sales Amanda Smith, Heather Spencer, Bobbi Springer, OliverSteinnagel, Nina Tulio, Kati Whitledge and Michael Yost.

In addition to the keynote addresses, the event will feature customized learning tracks, including regional networking sessions, breakout discussions and ample time for networking and collaboration. Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day, with additional dine-around Austin events offering informal networking.

Sponsors include Aura Salonware, BARBICIDE Boulevard, Glammatic, Meevo, Minerva Beauty NU Standard, Paul Mitchell Phorest Salon Software and Tippy

To secure your spot, visit www.probeauty.org/salon-leaders-experience/.

12/13/2024

Beauty Changes Lives is thrilled to announce the opening of a new season of scholarships for aspiring and current beauty professionals. This Winter, they have over $85,000 in scholarship awards available to students who are currently enrolled in or have been accepted into an accredited program of cosmetology, barbering, and/or nail esthetics. These scholarships empower the next generation of beauty professionals and foster their growth in an ever-evolving industry.

Check out what's available and how to apply here:

https://beautychangeslives.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BCL-Winter-Scholarship-Calendar-2025.pdf

Beauty Changes Lives is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to making careers in beauty and wellness a first choice. Through its scholarship, mentorship, awareness and education programs, Beauty Changes Lives is empowering the next generation of professionals and elevating the Industry. To get involved or make a donation, please visit https://beautychangeslives.org

Empowering the next generation of beauty professionals

12/10/2024

Congratulations to all the nominees. Hairdressers and makeup artists are the silent talent behind all of your favorite entertainment!

https://www.thewrap.com/make-up-artists-and-hairstylists-guild-awards-nominees-2025/

11/18/2024

11/17/2024

Free Editorial Opportunity for Cosmoprof North America Miami Exhibitors:

Cosmoprof North America will take place on January 21-23, 2025, 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.

To be included, please send the following to [email protected] with the subject line Cosmoprof MIAMI. Deadline is November 27.

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 2025 to June 2025.
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).

Let me know if you have any questions. I'm here to help! JM

11/04/2024

Our Friends at Sport Clips are also thanking veterans with scholarships!!

Sport Clips Haircuts has launched its annual "Help A Hero" campaign to raise $1.5 million through November 16, in support of the VFW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” program. The campaign funds scholarships for veterans and service members making the transition from military to civilian careers, with 100 percent of donations going toward education funding.

Today through Veterans Day, donations to the program can be made at checkout when clients come in for a haircare service. Donations can also be made online, or via a new, easier option to text “HEROVFW” to 53555. On Veterans Day, participating Sport Clips locations will also donate $2 from every paid haircut service, and many will offer free haircuts to veterans and active-duty military.

Founded in 2013 in response to the increasing need for veteran education assistance beyond GI Bill benefits, the Sport Clips VFW Help A Hero Scholarship program has grown to become the largest of its kind. Spearheaded by Sport Clips Founder and Air Force veteran Gordon Logan, the initiative has already provided more than 3,000 scholarships totaling nearly $14 million for veterans seeking post-military education.

“Our stylists and clients are at the heart of this initiative with eighty percent of our annual donations coming from our generous clients,” said Logan. “It’s an honor to support those who have served our country as part of our commitment to thank our nation’s heroes and give back to the military community.”

“Surveys show the major challenges for veterans transitioning out of their military careers and stepping back into civilian life are finding a job, parting ways with their friends in the military and finding a purposeful career. One in five veterans says a lack of funds has prevented them from pursuing their educational goals,” said VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt. “So, getting a haircut and making a donation is a simple but powerful way to help veterans succeed.”
Help A Hero scholarships provide up to $5,000 per semester to help cover tuition and fees. Veterans from all branches with a rank of E-5 and below are eligible, with funds sent directly to the educational institution of their choice. For more information or to apply for a scholarship, visit SportClips.com/Hero.

Key Facts:
• Goal: Raise $1.5 million through November 16
• 100% of donations go to veteran scholarships
• Sport Clips will donate $2 for every paid haircut on Nov. 11, with many locations offering free haircuts to veterans and active-duty service members
• Nearly $14 million raised and scholarships awarded since 2013
• Scholarships up to $5,000 per semester for veterans and service members with the rank of E-5 and below

Learn more about Sport Clips Haircuts Help a Hero campaign that gives back to the deployed soldiers injured soldiers and our veterans that deserve so much more in 2024.

11/04/2024

Great Clips says thank you to our veterans and active military members this month: As part of its annual Thank a Veteran event, Great Clips will offer free haircuts to veterans and active military service members on Monday, November 11.

Veterans and active military service members can go to any Great Clips salon in the United States and get a free haircut or a card for a free haircut that can be redeemed during a future visit.

This is the 12th consecutive year that Great Clips has offered free haircuts on Veterans Day, providing more than 2.3 million free haircuts valued at $35 million dollars to military service members.
Non-military customers can visit their local Great Clips salon on November 11, get a haircut and receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran or active military service member as a way of saying thank you for their service. These cards can be redeemed for a free haircut through November 29, 2024.

"We're proud to extend our free haircut offer to veterans and active service members for the twelfth consecutive year," said Steve Hockett, CEO of Great Clips, Inc. "It's our way of expressing gratitude to those who protect our country, while enabling customers to also give back to the service members in their lives and community."

Visit GreatClips.com/ThankAVeteran.

In addition to its annual promotion, Great Clips honors service members and veterans through its support of Operation: Healing Heroes Foundation. The organization began as a television series dedicated to sharing the stories of veterans across generations with people throughout the U.S. and Canada. Since its inception in 2015, Operation: Healing Heroes Foundation has treated over 900 veterans to outdoor experiences free of charge. After witnessing the power and healing effects that the outdoor experiences could have on post-traumatic stress, the organization expanded in 2019 to provide financial support to veterans seeking treatment for PTSD.

To find a local Great Clips salon, download the Great Clips app or visit GreatClips.com

Get a haircut that fits your hair, lifestyle and look. Find a salon near you, check for wait times, and put your name on our waitlist by easily checking in online.