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Nail Tech Event of the Smokies Returns to Gatlinburg with Nails-Only Shopping, Classes and Workshops

by Staff

Licensed beauty professionals can save on host hotel rates with group promo codes through June 9.

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OPI’s NEW Chrome Effects and Infinite Shine Glaze Toppers

by Staff

After seasons of barely-there manicures and minimalist nail looks, chrome is officially back in the spotlight.

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CND Relaunches SHELLAC with New Visible Light Technology

by Staff

CND is relaunching its SHELLAC system with a new CND Visible Light Lamp, updated packaging, and an expanded shade offering.

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Aura Salonware Announces 2026 Scholarship Winners

by Staff

Aura Salonware is proud to announce its 2026 scholarship recipients. This first-time scholarship in partnership with the Professional Beauty Association awarded three different scholarships to support beauty professionals at every point in their professional journey.

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MODERN SALON Boot Camp Heads to Austin: One-Day Beauty Business & Career Education Event for Beauty Professionals

by Staff

A full day of education for hairstylists and salon pros focused on pricing, personal branding, client experience, social media, and long-term career growth.

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For Students

America’s Beauty and Wellness Industry Under Threat from Proposed Regulations Now Being Considered by U.S. Department of Education

by Staff

A new report criticizes the regulations' impact against students and entrepreneurs.

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Press-Ons Aren’t the Enemy, They’re an Opportunity

by Staff

For years, press-on nails have been treated as the alternative to professional services. But the category has evolved and so has the client.

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OPI By the Numbers

by Staff

A bottle of OPI product in Bubble Bath is sold nearly every 45 seconds* according to new sales stats shared by OPI as they celebrate 45 beautiful years.

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Square's 2026 Local Economy Report Reveals the Neighborhood Network Effect

by Staff

Square data shows that regular customers tip 11% higher and are shared across 32% of businesses in the same ZIP code, driving thousands of dollars in additional revenue per connection.

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Interstate Compacts Aim to Expand License Mobility for Beauty Professionals

by Staff

With more than one million licensed professionals nationwide, industry leaders are celebrating growing momentum behind cosmetology and esthetics interstate compacts designed to reduce licensing barriers and expand career mobility.

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From Fortune 500 to Franchising with Frenchies Nail Spa

by Anne Moratto

After a successful career in strategic M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) and working for a Fortune 500 company, Amit Shah decided to pursue franchise ownership and open a nail salon.

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NYFW Trend Report from JINSoon Shows Restraint Reigns and Subtle Wins

by Anne Moratto

Nails were clean and impeccably groomed. Very little nail art but powerful polish shades to match the sophistication of the fashion.

The Professional Beauty Association has announced the PBA Beacon Class of 2026, welcoming 222 students selected from 435 applicants, marking the program’s largest cohort in more than six years.

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Professional Beauty Association Announces Beacon Class of 2026

by Staff

This marks the program’s largest applicant pool and class size in more than six years, reflecting growing national engagement in professional beauty education.

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NYFW: Elevated French and Chrome by Gina Edwards and KISS

by Staff

“You can’t go wrong with a classic French elevated with a high-shine, chrome finish that’s continuing to trend. The stiletto shape of the nails echoes the precision and structure seen throughout the collection.”

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Salon Communications Acquired by Colin Sutherland, Publisher of Modern Salon, Salon Today, and Leading North American Beauty Media Brands

by Staff

Sutherland's mission is to evolve B2B media for every generation through powerful storytelling, creative execution, immersive activations, education, and support for the industry.

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