Editor’s Holiday Picks 2024

Looking for the perfect beauty gifts for 2024? My top picks combine luxury, innovation, and practicality, making them ideal for any beauty lover. The holiday season is the perfect time to indulge in beauty must-haves, whether treating yourself or finding the ideal gifts for loved ones.

Bio Sculpture and L.A-Space Collab Ghost Noir and Ghost Rose

The collaboration between L.A.-Space and Bio Sculpture brings together luxury and beauty in a unique partnership. L.A.-Space founder Lorna Luxe, inspired by her passion for custom colors and luxurious self-expression, teamed up with nail technician Megan Margot Evans to create two exclusive shades—Ghost Noir and Ghost Rose.

Oribe 2024 Holiday Collection in Collaboration with Thandiwe Muriu

For the Holiday 2024 Collection, Oribe is proud to partner with Kenyan fine art photographer Thandiwe Muriu to create the packaging of six limited-edition gift sets. Muriu’s artistic vision — deeply rooted in her African heritage — embodies the jubilant spirit of community and togetherness with this year’s artwork encapsulates the timeless African proverb

Aili Puss Education in Vegas

Renowned hair artist and educator Aili Puss is bringing her exclusive 3-Day Hands-On Hair Art Class to Las Vegas, offering hairstylists, hairdressers, and freelance stylists an opportunity to elevate their skills to the next level. This transformative workshop will be held from March 30th to April 1st, 2025, at The Caged Wig Salon.

The Beauty Industry Loses a Legend, Trevor Sorbie

Trevor Sorbie MBE, an icon in the world of hairdressing, leaves behind an unparalleled legacy of creativity, compassion, and inspiration. Born in Paisley, Scotland, in 1949, Trevor’s journey began at the age of 14 when he became an apprentice in his father’s barbershop in Ilford. This early start ignited a passion that would see him rise to become one of the most celebrated figures in hairdressing.

Pinterest 2025 Trend Predictions

Pinterest Predicts is an annual trend forecasting report released by Pinterest, based on user behavior and emerging patterns observed on the platform. It highlights the key themes, ideas, and trends that Pinterest expects to gain momentum in the upcoming year.

TONI&GUY Mainstage 2024 Showcases London’s Best Stylists

TONI&GUY’s Mainstage event returned with a spectacular celebration of hair artistry, innovation, and fashion, again establishing itself as one of the industry’s most highly anticipated annual events. Held at HERE, The Outernet in central London, this year’s Mainstage brought together the best of TONI&GUY’s creatives, highlighting their dedication to cutting-edge techniques, trendsetting styles, and collaboration with the global fashion scene.

Cos Sakkas Named British Hairdresser of the Year for the Third Time

Cos Sakkas claimed the ultimate title of British Hairdresser of the Year at HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards 2024, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, for the third time!
Cos, Global Creative Director for TONI&GUY, clinched the title for the third consecutive year with his stunning Eclipse collection.

HOB Wins a Hat Trick at the British Hairdressing Awards

The HOB Creative Team and Jake Unger dominated HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, as they clinched three awards at the star-studded event in central London on Monday night. Jake, Head of Education at HOB Academy, first took home the London Hairdresser of the Year title with his stunning Rouge collection and the Trend Image Award.

BH DESIGNME Announces Major U.S. Retail Milestone

DESIGNME, the professional, vegan Canadian hair care brand born in salons, is thrilled to announce its expansion into the U.S. market through a new retail partnership with Nordstrom. As of today, DESIGNME’s high-performance, cruelty-free, and vegan products will be available online at Nordstrom.com, with select products set to hit Nordstrom stores in early 2025.

PBA Celebrates 10th Annual Executive Summit: “The Power Of Beauty And The Human Connection”

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) proudly wrapped up its landmark 10th Annual Executive Summit held on November 11-12, 2024, at the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Arizona Biltmore in Scottsdale, Arizona. Bringing together top industry executives, influencers, and professionals from beauty’s biggest brands, the two-day summit, themed “The Power of Beauty and the Human Connection,” offered an exclusive forum to connect, learn, and shape the future of beauty.

Taz Hair Celebrates 10th Annual Taz Muse: The Artists’ Inspiration

At Taz Hair, education is the cornerstone of our company. Yearly, Taz brings in an international artist to share their expertise and inspire our team each year. On October 28, Taz Hair Co. hosted its highly anticipated fashion show, “Chronology,” at St. Paul’s Church, located at 227 Bloor Street East. The event showcased the evolution of hair and fashion through the decades, featuring a stunning array of looks presented by beautiful models.