Professional Beauty India - PBHJ AUG - SEPT 2026 Edition

Beauty today is no longer defined solely by appearance. Clients are seeking healthier skin, stronger hair, personalised solutions, and services backed by science, expertise, and measurable outcomes. This issue explores how the professional beauty industry is shifting from aspiration to accountability, with education, consultation, and performance becoming the new benchmarks of excellence.

Across the industry, expertise is emerging as the strongest differentiator. From luxury hairdressing and advanced colour education to data-driven salon management and personalised make-up, professionals are redefining value through knowledge, precision, and long-term client relationships. Industry leaders share how continuous learning, strategic decision-making, and tailored experiences are shaping a more resilient, results-focused future for professional beauty.

THE Value Shift
The rise of results-driven care
NEW MOROCCANOIL TREATMENT MIST
Light-as-air dry oil spray instantly absorbs into hair
Credentials open doors
VTCT Skills is a global leader in hair,
NATIONAL
Cosmetica 2026 Spotlights India’s $30 Billion Beauty Industry
INTERNATIONAL
Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck Takes Majority Control of TONI&GUY Global
digital
THE VS ANGEL EFFECT: 2000S GLAM IS BACK
CIPI
Why Banana Botox Is Beauty’s New It-Fruit Moment
FROM VANITY TO VALUE:
The Rise of Results-Driven Beauty
New on the Block
We bring you a selection of the newest and best products from the beauty world this month!
New on the Block
We bring you a selection of the newest and best products from the beauty world this month!
Dermaxix
Define Every Lip Look with Recode Time to
The NEW LANGUAGE of Hair
From fearless colour expression and futuristic form to refined craftsmanship and performance-led beauty, these collections showcase how modern hair is evolving into a powerful statement of identity, artistry, and intention.
ASK OUR EXPERT
Get your hair-related queries answered by our expert Shailesh Moolya, National Technical Head at Godrej Professional
What the World Is Learning from Indian Hairdressers
After a week spent educating professionals across India, International Educator and Wella Ambassador, Marco Firriolo , in conversation with Charlene Flanagan , shares his perspective on the strengths, opportunities, and global potential of the country’s hairdressing community.
THE UK’S LEADING EVENT FOR HAIR PROFESSIONALS
Call for Collection
Luxury Hairdressing
As luxury salon clients become more informed, selective,
Monsoon-Ready Hair with Shea Spa
Say goodbye to monsoon frizz. Priyanka Parshurami explores Beauty Garage’s Shea Spa at Hair Castle Salon , Mumbai, a treatment that combines intensive hydration with a relaxing wellness experience to leave hair softer, smoother, shinier, and easier to manage.
FROM TALENT TO TRIUMPH
The Making of a Modern Barber
The Making of a Modern Barber
Fresh from winning the Beard and Moustache category at the Modern Barber Competition during PBI Delhi 2026, Jashandeep Khan speaks to Nakiya Sadikot about craftsmanship, consistency, and why great barbering is as much about understanding people as it is about mastering technique.
T H E F I N A L C U T
Inspired by the often-unseen world behind the camera, the collection brings backstage elements into view, using texture, movement, and effortless finishes to create modern, wearable looks with authentic character.
The New Barber:
From Grooming Expert to Confidence Coach
The End of Overcomplication
Consumers are trading complicated skincare routines for simpler,
Microcurrent Momentum:
Why MyoLift Is Powering the Next Wave of Non-Invasive Skincare
Beauty, Tailored
Luxury in beauty has evolved beyond premium products and
Where Business, Creativity, and Community Came Together
From game-changing education and trend-led stage presentations to business-first conversations and world-class competitions, Professional Beauty India Delhi 2026 once again reinforced its position as the industry’s most influential meeting point for beauty and salon professionals.
What the India–US FTA Could Mean for Beauty and Beyond
As India and the US move closer to a free trade agreement, Charlene Flanagan speaks to four industry leaders to decode its impact on pricing, competition, exports, and the future of premium beauty.
Built in India, Designed for the World
From championing the Make in India movement to establishing a presence across global markets, MARC Salon Furniture has emerged as a strong symbol of Indian manufacturing excellence. In conversation with Priyanka Parshurami , Durgesh Sharma , Managing Director, MARC Salon Furniture, shares how a vision to create luxury salon furniture in India has evolved into a global success story one that now serves more than 45,000 salons and partners worldwide.
PBI Mumbai 2026
After a great two-day show in Delhi that ended in a drizzle of confetti, PBI is all set to welcome you back to Mumbai! Happening Aug 31–Sept 1 at Nesco, here’s all you can expect from the event.
The Rise of Conscious Spa Therapies
As spas evolve beyond sensory indulgence, outcome-driven wellness systems are redefining the industry. Reena Sheth , Founder & Chief Wellness Strategist at Gaiia, examines this shift.
Wellness Connect: A New Platform for a New Wellness Economy
As wellness expands beyond traditional boundaries, Professional Beauty India introduces Wellness Connect, a dedicated B2B platform that brings together the people, ideas, and businesses driving the future of India’s wellness industry.
Rethinking Colour Education for the Modern Salon
The future of colour education isn’t about mastering every new trend. It’s about developing adaptable professionals who understand consultation, communication, and the principles that turn technical skill into lasting client relationships. Arjan Bevers, Global Colour Ambassador, Schwarzkopf Professional, speaks to Charlene Flanagan about preparing the next generation of colour professionals.
From SETBACKS to SUCCESS
In a candid conversation with Priyanka Parshurami, Dambarudhar Barik, a young hairdresser from Bhubaneswar and currently working at Indulge Salon, reflects on carrying forward his family’s legacy, overcoming failure, winning IndiaSkills Gold, and aspiring to put Odisha on the global hairdressing map.
Breaking the Silence
Menstrual hygiene is far more than a health
Nomad by DESIGN
Here’s how Nomad Barber Mumbai has translated the spirit of a traditional UK barbershop into a larger, more refined space without losing its sense of community. Charlene Flanagan has the details.
On the Beauty Circuit
VTCT SKILLS LAUNCHES IN INDIA, STRENGTHENING ITS COMMITMENT TO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT THROUGH COLLABORATION