As we're officially in the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, some provinces and regions are facing salon shutdowns and lockdowns for the second time this year. As frustrating as... read more →
Attention all salon owners, hairstylists and beauty pros! As we continue to navigate the next wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to hear from YOU. Complete our survey for... read more →
For the first time in two years, the long-awaited 2021 Australian Hair Industry Awards (AHIA) gala was held live on Monday, June 14th, 2021 at The Star in Sydney, Australia.... read more →
Whether you’re just beginning your hairstyling career or are looking to refine your skills, mentoring can be one of the most effective ways to learn and grow. Matrix Canada has... read more →
As this year marks the 33rd annual Contessa Awards—The Canadian Hairstylist of the Year Awards—we’ve made entering easier than ever! We know this past year has been hard on everyone.... read more →
American Crew Releases a Special-Edition Magazine to Celebrate Their 2020 All-Star Challenge Winner!
After a year of lockdowns and restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, American Crew is “turning the page” with the release of a special-edition mini magazine. In a collaboration with... read more →
The 48th annual American Music Awards (AMAs) were held on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. While it was far from a traditional music awards... read more →
The Contessa 2021 finalist announcement is finally here! With the Contessa Awards going virtual this year, it was important to our team to make the reveal of the highly anticipated... read more →
With our newest Contessa category, Freestyle, we asked Canadian hairstylists from coast to coast to show us their best shot. Without any creative limitations, it’s no surprise that there was... read more →
Contessa season is officially here! Each year we continue to be blown away by the amount of creativity and talent in our industry from across the country. Thank you to... read more →
Once considered to be the epicentre of COVID-19 in Canada, Quebec began reopening hair salons in June. In Montreal, salons were allowed to reopen as of June 15. Among them... read more →
With the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic felt around the world, protecting each other's health and safety is the number one priority. Therefore many beauty industry events and classes have... read more →
