MENU
SEARCHHouston’s Victorian Beauty College was fined a record $250,000 and permanently closed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The school was known across the country as a place where an individual could purchase a Texas cosmetology license without attending the required school training.
Houston’s Victorian Beauty College was fined a record $250,000 and permanently closed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The school was known across the country as a place where an individual could purchase a Texas cosmetology license without attending the required school training. “Students” could even pay to have someone else take the licensing examinations for them.
These violations of Texas law have nationwide implications. Students with addresses in at least 25 states were enrolled at Victorian Beauty College, and it is believed that many of them had no intention of practicing as a licensed cosmetologist in Texas; rather they would apply for reciprocity in their state.
In addition to the fine, VBC’s operators agreed to relinquish their licenses and to refrain forever from practicing cosmetology, cosmetology training, or any related occupation. They agreed to furnish information about no less than 45 students across the U.S. who obtained class hours or had examinations taken for them by school personnel.
In Dubai, a salon visit isn’t an appointment. It’s a weekly routine, and clients can spend $800 to $1,400 a month on it, according to Gaurav Tripathi of MADI International. On October 6-8, 2026, the market behind those numbers opens its doors as Beautyworld Dubai marks its 30th edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together distributors, brands, stylists and salon owners from all over the world.
Entries are now open for the industry's most prestigious creative competition, marking the return of Nail Professional of the Year while celebrating the artistry that defines professional beauty.
MiniLuxe’s Donna Charloff shares the season’s most-requested nail art, the secrets to a polished bare manicure, and her trend predictions for fall.
Known for creating manicures worn by some of Hollywood's biggest stars, Ganzorigt incorporates this strengthening treatment into every service as the final step before clients leave the salon.
Premiere Orlando 2026 welcomed more than 54,500 visits from beauty professionals and students.
The Orlando-based nail technician will use the $5,000 prize from Booksy to upgrade her salon space and elevate the client experience.
Licensed beauty professionals can save on host hotel rates with group promo codes through June 9.
After seasons of barely-there manicures and minimalist nail looks, chrome is officially back in the spotlight.
CND is relaunching its SHELLAC system with a new CND Visible Light Lamp, updated packaging, and an expanded shade offering.
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.
