In 2026 clean-beauty serums mean transparency, micro-formulation personalization, and regenerative sourcing. These 10 leaders show where the category is headed.
Studio lighting changed in 2026 — from energy-efficient fixtures to color fidelity that matters on-screen and in print. We tested LumaArc-style fixtures and pro mirrors across workflows.
Microbrands are shaping retail aesthetics and product innovation. These seven small labels show how craft, scarcity, and tech-driven personalization are changing beauty.
We evaluated an AI-driven skin analyzer across clinical benchmarks, privacy constraints, and how it fits into salon and creator workflows in 2026.
Kiosks and micro-stores are no longer temporary second acts; with the right merchandising tech, they become permanent growth channels. Here’s our beauty playbook for 2026.
Top salons now act like mini-media companies. This is the modern playbook for monetizing salon content while keeping service integrity.
Sustainable packaging went pragmatic in 2026: modular refill systems, verified material passports, and storytelling that reduces perceived compromise.
Limited drops still convert strongly — when you design checkout psychology, microcopy, and flows for short windows. These are strategies proven on beauty launches in 2025–26.
From color fidelity to edge controls and portability, these five LED makeup mirrors passed our studio tests for pros in 2026.
Freelance beauty professionals need operational estate planning too. This guide covers tools, checklists, and succession strategies tailored to salons and independent pros.