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Matrix Partners with KATSEYE for Inclusive Haircare Push
Matrix names girl group KATSEYE as Global Brand Ambassadors on 19th Feb 2026 to promote inclusive, professional haircare for all hair types.
Vanderbilt Minerals Bankruptcy: Talc Lawsuits Hit $117M
Vanderbilt Minerals filed for bankruptcy due to over 1,400 talc lawsuits, with costs reaching $117.2 million.
Prime Prometics Partners with HairToStay for Cancer Patient Hair Loss Support
Prime Prometics will fund scalp-cooling treatments for four cancer patients aged 50+ monthly through HairToStay, addressing chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
Men's Spring Hair: Blondes Take Centre Stage in 2026
Men's hair colour trends for Spring 2026 point to blonde transformations, offering a confidence boost and a softer aesthetic.
Valentine's Day Hairstyle Boom: Side-Swept Blowout Drives Client Demand
Valentine's Day hairstyle searches surged 160% in 24 hours, highlighting client demand for the voluminous side-swept blowout.
Valentine's Date Night Hairstyles: Expert Tips for Salons
Creative Director Tracey Ann Smith shares three key Valentine's date night hairstyles: voluminous blow-dry, power ponytail, and sleek with shape.
Red Hair Colouring: Liz Hewitt's Tips For Valentine's Day
Pulp Riot Artist Liz Hewitt offers advice for salon-perfect red hair colour, focusing on consultation, application techniques, and aftercare.
Beauty Giants Report Mixed 2025 Results Amid Restructuring
Major beauty firms report mixed 2025 results, with L’Oréal and Unilever showing growth, while Shiseido faces losses amid sector-wide restructuring and regulatory scrutiny.
Apprentices Learn More Than Just Cutting Hair
Apprenticeships offer essential skills beyond technical cutting, including client care, business operations, and professional development.
Apprentices Seek Fulfilment, Not Just Paychecks
UK hairdressing apprentices prioritize job fulfilment and work-life balance, with a call for better school guidance on vocational careers.