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CANADIAN HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Highlights from the 2026 Contessa Awards Gala and Contessa Connective Education Day
Relive some of the most memorable moments from the 2026 Contessa Awards celebration, including the gala and first-ever Contessa Connective education day. In case you.. Read More →
Contessa 2026: Quantum Evolution Presentation by Jorge X and Quantum Hair Team
All the way from Madrid Spain, Jorge X of X-presion Creativos made his Canadian debut to premiere his latest project, Quantum Hair. With the global.. Read More →
Contessa 2026: New Noise Presentation by Glassbox Education
Toronto-based Glassbox Barbershop and Glassbox Education founder, Peter Gosling, and educator, Hugh Kingston, are joining forces to shed new light on the world of hairdressing.. Read More →
LATEST NEWS & TIPS
A/W 2026 Hair Trends: 4 Fall Haircuts and Colours to Try in the Salon
As the colder months approach, clients may be looking for a seasonal hair refresh that combines rich colour, statement cuts and polished finishes... Read More →
Tips for Mastering the Buzz Cut in 2026
Jim Shaw, multi-award winning men’s hairdresser and director at TONI&GUY Billericay, shares his expert tips for creating a modern buzz cut. Once associated.. Read More →
A Recap of the Inspiration, Education and Motivation from L’Oréal Immersion 2026
More than 400 hairstylists, colourists, salon owners and managers attended L’Oréal Professionnel’s Immersion 2026. The annual event was held on August 23 and.. Read More →
FEATURED COLLECTIONS
Contessa Winning Collection – Supernova Salon
Salon: Supernova Salon, North Vancouver, B.C. Category/Catégorie: Salon Interior Design | Design d’intérieur Designer: House of Bohn Design Photos: Provoke Studios {igallery id=5153|cid=1637|pid=2|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
Contessa Finalist Collection – Blueberry Hair Salon and Spa
Salon: Blueberry Hair Salon and Spa, Oakville, Ont. Category/Catégorie: Salon Interior Design | Design d’intérieur Designer: Helena Gussman, Roz Khosravani, Shahram Sarvian Photos:.. Read More →
Contessa Finalist Collection – Dean Delmonte & Company
Salon: Dean Delmonte & Company, Toronto Category/Catégorie: Salon Interior Design | Design d’intérieur Designer: Sandbox Design, Trifon Voltsinis. Sharon Mimran Design Photos: Michael.. Read More →
In Case You Missed It
Contessa 23 Winner Collection – Chrissy Allan
Name/Nom: Chrissy Allan Category/Catégorie: Student/Apprentice Hairstylist | Étudiant / Apprenti de l’année Salon: A Michael Levine Salon Group {igallery id=8858|cid=1865|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
Contessa 23 Finalist Collection – Noelle Berlingieri
Name/Nom: Noelle Berlingieri Category/Catégorie: Student/Apprentice Hairstylist | Étudiant / Apprenti de l’année Salon: Soho Salon & Spa {igallery id=6126|cid=1866|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
Contessa 23 Finalist Collection – Merita Ferrada
Name/Nom: Merita Ferrada Category/Catégorie: Student/Apprentice Hairstylist | Étudiant / Apprenti de l’année Salon: Edward Carriere {igallery id=4334|cid=1867|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
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