Industry News
Pivot Point's Robert Passage Wins N.F. Cimaglia Award
Pivot Point's Global Ambassador Robert Passage was awarded with the N.F. Cimaglia Award, a top honor in the beauty school industry, for his outstanding achievements in promoting cosmetology education for more than 25 years.
Dermalogica pampers American Airlines Passengers
Dermalogica is partnering with American Airlines to offer it's products to passengers.
Dermalogica 2011 Professional's Choice Award Winner in Skincare
Dermalogica was recently honored by American Salon as 2011's Professional's Choice in Skincare. Dermalogica has changed the skincare industry with unique formulations that exclude common irritants, including SD alcohol, lanolin, mineral oil and artificial colors and fragrances.
PBA Addresses Industry Concerns About Keratin Treatments
The wide use of professional-use hair smoothing products containing keratin has sparked varying concerns regarding ingredients and questions around potential safety issues. In response to this industry-wide issue, and to help educate and inform the industry, the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has released a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document, which is the industry's most current, comprehensive and objective report on the keratin smoothing product category.
Personal Care Spending in United States
According to Bundle.com, Americans are spending an average of $59 a month on personal care. Scottsdale, AZ ranks #2 in the country with a monthly average of $137.
Vidal Sassoon The Movie to be released 2.11.11
Vidal Sassoon The Movie shows how one man changed the world with a pair of scissors. The movie premiered at the TriBeCa Film Festival. This film elevates the craft of hairdressing.
Beauty Careers Carry On
In the changing face of American jobs,careers in beauty are typically among the last to be affected by an economic downturn and the first to emerge.
Beauty Business Still Booming in Ugly Economy
Salons are everywhere these days, because according to industry experts, the beauty business is booming.
PBA Reports Service and Retail Growth in First Quarter for Spa Industry
Fueled by continued improvements in service and retail sales along with higher customer traffic levels, the Professional Beauty Association's (PBA) Salon/Spa Performance Index (SSPI) hit a record high in the first quarter of 2010.
Could Beauty Be The Next Boom Industry?
According to recent statistics, hairdressing and cosmetology are increasingly becoming some of the most reliable, enjoyable and advantageous international careers over the coming decades.
Considering A Career In Cosmetology
If you enjoy keeping pace with the fast-moving world of beauty and are looking for a creative way to express yourself while earning a good living, a career in cosmetology may be right for you.
Best Careers 2009: Hairstylist/Cosmetologist
U.S. News has plowed through hundreds of careers, looking for the jobs with the best outlook in this recessionary economy (and beyond)..read more to see why they ranked Hairstylist/Cosmetologist as one of the best career choices for now and for years to come.
Best Careers for a Changing Job Landscape
U.S. News & World Report lists hairstylist/cosmetologist as one of the "Best Careers for a Changing Job Landscape!"
Hairstylist/Cosmetologist: Executive Summary
In a recent British job satisfaction survey, hairstylist ranked No. 1. It's not surprising: It's one of the few careers in which you please nearly every client. (Save for the occasional one who cries, "What have you done to my hair!")