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THE BeautyReset

Decoding conscious beauty choices

YUTHIKA PROFESSIONAL

TONI&GUY India Crosses 110 Salons with New Expansion Plans

TONI&GUY India has crossed the 110-salon mark with

Geetanjali Salon Marks 37 Years with Expansion and Luxury Skincare Push

Geetanjali Salon is marking 37 years in the

Charlotte Tilbury Opens First India Flagship Store in Nexus Select Citywalk

Charlotte Tilbury has opened its first flagship Beauty

PLEX GYK

Myntra Appoints Alia Bhatt as Brand Ambassador for Beauty Business

Myntra has appointed Alia Bhatt as its brand

L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Controlling Stake in Innovist

L’Oréal India is reportedly in discussions to acquire

KT Professional Launches KT Men with IPL Partnerships

KT Professional has launched KT Men, a new

inverness Safe & Gentle Ear Piercing

NYX Professional Makeup Enters Body Care with Fat Oil Body Collection

NYX Professional Makeup has entered body care for

Matrix Names KATSEYE as Global Brand Ambassador

Matrix has announced KATSEYE as its new Global

Henkel to Acquire Olaplex in USD 1.4 Billion Deal

Henkel plans to acquire Olaplex in a deal

KRONE PROFESSIONAL

Estée Lauder and Puig in Early Talks for Potential USD 40 Billion Merger

Estée Lauder is in early discussions with Puig

Dyson Launches Amino Leave-In Scalp Bubble Treatment

Dyson Beauty has introduced the Dyson Amino™ Leave-In

Garnier Names Gisele Bündchen as First Global Brand Ambassador

Garnier, part of L’Oréal Groupe, has appointed Gisele

Skincare and Clean Beauty Push Cosmetic Preservatives Market Toward Strong Growth

The global cosmetic preservatives market is expected to

Rising Demand for Beauty-From-Within Products Fuels Marine Collagen Market Growth

The global marine collagen market is projected to

Rice Water Skincare Emerges as a Fast-Growing Clean Beauty Category

The global rice water skincare market is projected

Cosmoprof 2026: Five Packaging Innovations Signal Material Shift

Packaging innovations showcased at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna underline

Premium Packaging: Cosmogen Scales Up with Asquan Acquisition

French packaging specialist Cosmogen has acquired Hong Kong-based

Coverpla Expands into Turnkey Primary Packaging with French Cowboy Launch

Packaging supplier Coverpla is strengthening its position in

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THE GREEN SHIFT:

Rethinking Beauty, Rebuilding Salons

New on the Block

We bring you a selection of the newest and best products from the beauty world this month!

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Get your hair-related queries answered by our expert Shailesh Moolya, National Technical Head at Godrej Professional

The Era of Intentional Hair

Blending calm refinement, bold structure, scientific performance, and

BALANCING ETHICS AND EXPECTATIONS

In a candid conversation with Priyanka Parshurami, Vaishakhi Haria , Founder, Splash Salon, examines the realities of adopting sustainable practices in salons, where conscious choices meet performance demands and evolving client expectations.

FLORIAN HUREL HAIR COUTURE: Where Scalp Care Meets Ritual

Charlene Flanagan tried their scalp treatment that prioritises balance, precision, and long-term scalp health. Here’s what happened.

DISCIPLINE REDEFINED:

The New Code of Precision

Modern Barbering: Redefining Craft, Culture, and Care

In a candid conversation with Priyanka Parshurami, Sahil Jadhav , Hair and Wellness Coach, Truefitt & Hill, explores how today’s barbers blend precision-led services and holistic grooming experiences, evolving into stylists, consultants, and cultural influencers.

The Clean-Cut Revolution

As men rethink grooming through the lens of skin health, botanical science is reshaping routines into rituals rooted in trust, performance, and a growing demand for cleaner formulations. In a tête-à-tête with Dr Blossom Kochhar, Charlene Flanagan delves into the evolving dynamics of men’s grooming.

I N I T S P U R E S T F O R M

Blending craftsmanship with creativity, the Pure Men Collection

New on the Block

We bring you a selection of the newest and best products from the beauty world this month!

Less is More: The Science of Minimalist Skincare

As skincare routines grow shorter, the conversation grows sharper. From ingredient transparency to biotech innovation, minimalist beauty is redefining efficacy, sustainability, and skin health. Charlene Flanagan asks a simple but urgent question: do we really need more, or have we simply been using too much?

THE CLEAN MAKE-UP MOVEMENT: Beauty with a Conscience

As clean beauty reshapes professional artistry, Charlene Flanagan explores the shift through insights from Armand Beasley , Celebrity Make-up Artist, Beauty and Image Expert, and Ambassador for the Soil Association Certification, on performance, safety, and evolving client

PAINTED in RAIN

When the skies turn grey and everything feels a little muted, a subtle pop of colour can make all the difference. Monsoon beauty isn’t about bold brights, it’s about soft, soothing tones that mirror the season while lifting your mood. Think foggy blues, misty greys, and delicate details that feel fresh and effortless. These nail designs prove that even the smallest touch of colour can brighten a rainy day and add a refined, stylish edge to your monsoon look.

Glow Starts Within

Vidhi Arya sits down with Dr Rohan Goyal , Founder and Regenerative Medicine Specialist, Nuvana, to explore how hydrogen, ozone, and contrast therapies are rewriting the rules of skin health from the inside out.

PROFIT WITH PURPOSE: The Business of Sustainable Salons

As sustainability reshapes consumer expectations, salon leaders examine whether conscious operations can support profitability without compromising performance, pricing, or scale. Priyanka Parshurami gets you a detailed insight on sustainable business practices in salons.

RAISING THE BAR: A Global Perspective on Training and Education

As India’s beauty and wellness sector grows, inconsistent training and a lack of certification continue to impact credibility. Charlene Flanagan speaks to Alan Woods OBE , CEO, VTCT Skills, on how global standards and structured qualifications can bring much-needed clarity to the industry.

ROOTED IN REALITY: AMINU’s Quiet Rewriting of Premium Skincare

Prachi Bhandari, Co-founder, AMINU Wellness Pvt Ltd, talks shop with Charlene Flanagan, detailing how the brand is building a premium skincare narrative grounded in Indian realities. Here, formulation integrity, professional trust, and cultural relevance come together to redefine how skin is understood and cared for.

Rewriting the Rules of Indian Hairdressing

In conversation with Najeeb Ur Rehman , Hair Transformation Expert and Creative Director, Streax Professional, Charlene Flanagan delves into his vision for the brand, redefining hair education, and the legacy he aims to shape.

Building Future Stylists at Esskay Hair Academy

In an industry where trends evolve rapidly and client expectations are constantly recalibrated, the definition of quality hair education is undergoing a shift. In a candid conversation with Priyanka Parshurami, Rajesh Lakher , Creative Director, Esskay Beauty Resources, shares how Esskay Hair Academy is shaping industry-ready professionals through structured, hands-on learning.

PRECISION,PASSION, PERSEVERANCE: A Rising Beauty Star

From early fascination to national recognition, Priyanka Parshurami speaks to Pratistha Ayonna , Student, LTA School of Beauty and Gold Medalist in Beauty Therapy at the India Skills Competition, unpacking the discipline, resilience, and defining moments that shaped her winning journey.

Packaging With a Purpose

From a spectacle on the shelf to functional clarity, beauty packaging is witnessing a shift that reflects a deeper cultural maturity in the industry. As this new era is driven by intention and accessibility, Vidhi Arya explores how design is shifting from performance to purpose.

Designing LUXURY

Priyanka Parshurami explores how Page 3 Salon, T Nagar, Chennai, redefines luxury through design, blending aesthetics, function, and experience-led interiors.

Building Pathways in Beauty and Wellness

Inside PM-AJAY’s grassroots impact, Monica Bhal, CEO, B&WSSC , speaks to Charlene Flanagan about building real careers in beauty and wellness.

Where Beauty, Business and Breakthroughs Converge

A dynamic convergence of artistry and strategy, PBI Kolkata 2026 brought together talent, trends, and thought leadership, shaping the future of India’s evolving professional beauty and salon business landscape.

Where Beauty Meets Its Next Chapter

From high-impact stage showcases to sharp business insight and future-ready innovation, here’s what the industry can expect at the capital’s biggest professional beauty gathering.

In the Spotlight: What’s Making News

BEAUTY GARAGE: A GLOBAL WIN FOR PERFORMANCE HAIRCARE