DATELINE: LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA This past January one of the largest and most inspired beauty events was held and attended by nearly 43,500 beauty professionals. Produced by the Professional Beauty Association, the 2015 International Salon and Spa Expo Long Beach evolved beyond hair into a complete beauty event for pro hair, nails, cosmetics, esthetics, wellness, massage and advanced education. This year’s show featured more than 379 exhibiting companies promoting 420 beauty brands! Names like MATRIX, OPI Products, Sexy Hair Concepts and Vidal Sassoon (to name a few!) were represented. From a blogger café to The Nail Spot and Cut, Color & Style Stage to a Sally Beauty Bus, Barber Brawl Competitions, Hairstyling Competitions and more… this show was a complete package. The North American Hairstyling Awards stage was the icing on the cake. Here is a visual tour for you—to witness our amazing industry and how it all starts.
- Celebrity stylist and Educator Ted Gibson provides classroom education.
- Matrix Artistic Director Nicholas French was one of the featured stars on the North American Hairstyling Awards stage.