When the BarberEVO Experience makes its U.S. debut in Atlanta on Sunday, October 26, one of the standout features will be the presence of Andis, a brand synonymous with quality, innovation, and education in the barbering industry.

As a proud partner of the event, Andis will not only showcase its world-class tools but also spotlight the educators who bring the brand’s mission to life. Each of these barbers and educators represents the pinnacle of skill, artistry, and mentorship — and together, they will help set the tone for a night of inspiration and growth.

Meet the Andis Team

Kenny Duncan
A respected master barber, author, and mentor, Kenny Duncan is a cornerstone of the Andis education program. Known for his technical precision and ability to translate complex skills into accessible techniques, Duncan has inspired countless barbers to elevate their craft. His role as an Andis Educator positions him as a leader not only in technique, but also in shaping the next generation of professionals.

Eric Cheek
Renowned as both a barber educator and platform artist, Eric Cheek is celebrated for his creative approach and ability to captivate audiences. Cheek’s work with Andis emphasizes the fusion of artistry and practical skill, ensuring barbers leave his sessions with both inspiration and new tools they can use immediately in their day-to-day work.

Angie Perino
As Global Education Manager for Andis, Angie Perino oversees the brand’s worldwide education efforts, ensuring that learning and development remain at the heart of Andis’ mission. With decades of experience across barbering and cosmetology, Perino brings both technical expertise and leadership insight to the stage. Her commitment to empowering professionals through education is central to Andis’ vision.

John Mosley
Widely known as “Popular Nobody,” John Mosley is one of the industry’s most recognizable and influential barbers. As part of the Andis Education team, Mosley combines cultural impact with technical mastery, showing barbers how to not only refine their craft but also build a brand and career that resonates far beyond the chair.

Andis at the Center of Education

Andis’ involvement in the BarberEVO Experience Atlanta underscores the brand’s ongoing commitment to barbering education and professional growth. With a lineup of world-class educators, Andis continues to prove that its role in the industry extends well beyond tools — it is about equipping professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive.

At the BarberEVO Experience, Atlanta’s barbering community will have the rare opportunity to learn directly from these educators, making this debut U.S. event a landmark occasion for the craft.

Family-owned Australian hair industry leader enters the North American beauty market with a bold attitude and serious product performance.

It’s time to muk up your hair—with style! Since launching in 2006, muk® has evolved from a rule-breaking, overnight success, to a true leader in the Australian and global hair market. Cruelty-free haircare, styling and professional hair color ranges deliver innovation, efficacy and pure product performance, catering to both professional hairdressers and consumers, alike. Making news this fall, the family-owned company brings Australian innovation to the heated styling tools category. Powered by those new innovations, muk® is ready to make its big splash in the U.S. market.

The muk-ing Truth

muk® products say what they do and do what they say. Central to their core is the pursuit of healthy hair, prioritizing its condition and integrity. The brand helps hair stylists and consumers achieve amazing results—no matter the hair type or desired style.

 “Technically, Australian brand muk® has been in the United States for years through distribution partners. Now, in 2025, we, the brand owners, are stepping directly into the market for the first time. That means U.S. salons and consumers will get the real muk® experience: our voice, our vision and our full range. We’ve seen the appetite in the U.S. for bold, authentic brands, and now’s the time to bring that energy full force,” explains Co-Owner Janelle King, who co-founded the cheeky brand with her brother Scott Reynolds.

Adds King, “The U.S. market is ready for muk®. Professionals and consumers are moving away from overhyped marketing and seeking brands that deliver every time. Australia has earned a global reputation for producing high-quality, professional haircare—muk® is leading that movement.”

Boasts Reynolds, “We’re proudly Australian, independently owned and focused on doing things right. Our products are developed in-house, designed to work and packaged responsibly, using post-consumer recycled aluminum wherever possible. We’ve built our brand on performance and honesty. For stylists and salons, and their clients looking for a brand they can trust, muk® delivers. In a world where brands either play it too safe or try too hard to please everyone, muk® stands firm: bold, honest and unapologetically effective. muk® is cheeky, confident and performance obsessed. In a category full of overpromising and under-delivering, muk is refreshingly real.”

muk’s high-performing, results-oriented collections include Deep muk™, Fat muk™, Blonde muk™, Intense muk™, Vivid muk™, Head muk™, Kinky muk™, Hot muk™, Beach muk™ and mr muk™. muk® Haircare is 100% approved and accredited by PETA as cruelty free. The company also offers professional hair color and heated styling tools to help professional hair stylists offer their clients the most unique style possible.

The muk-ing story

Founded in 2006 in Melbourne, Australia, by the sister and brother duo of Janelle King and Scott Reynolds, muk® has evolved from a rule-breaking, overnight success, to a true leader in the Australian and global hair markets. Products say what they do and do what they say, with a fun, cheeky attitude! Now making a big move in North America, the haircare, styling, styling tool and professional hair color ranges deliver a bold attitude and serious performance for both professional hairdressers and consumers alike. For more information and to purchase products, salon owners and stylists can create an account on www.mukhair.us.

This October, Atlanta will play host to something entirely new for the U.S. barbering community: the BarberEVO Experience. Taking place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Ambient + Studio, this will be the very first stop on BarberEVO’s American roadshow – and it promises to be an evening the industry will not forget.

Known across the UK and Europe as a celebration of education, creativity, and connection, the BarberEVO Experience is now crossing the Atlantic. The debut event will bring together some of the most recognisable names in barbering, setting the stage for an evening packed with inspiration, innovation, and community spirit.

A World-Class Lineup

The stage will be shared by an impressive roster of headliners: Kenny Duncan, Eric Cheek, Angie Perino, DL Master Barber, Taylor Made, and John Mosley. Each will deliver their own brand of technical mastery, creative insight, and professional know-how – giving attendees access to skills and strategies that can transform both craft and career.

More Than Education

Running from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., the event is designed as a full-scale experience. Guests can look forward to live transformations, cutting-edge trend showcases, expert-led business insights, and hands-on activations throughout the venue. Networking will also take center stage, with Atlanta’s barbering professionals coming together under one roof for the city’s most anticipated industry gathering of the year.

Adding to the atmosphere, attendees will leave with an exclusive BarberEVO Experience gift bag, a reminder of an evening built to both inspire and equip.

Backed by Industry Leaders

The Atlanta Experience is made possible in partnership with My Supply Guy, Andis, Vagaro, Barber Strong, and Wellness Pro Insurance, each contributing to an event that blends artistry with opportunity.

Tickets

Priced at $50, tickets provide full access to the evening’s program, with limited availability ensuring an intimate, high-value experience for all in attendance.

The BarberEVO Experience Atlanta is more than an event – it is the launch of a movement, bringing together education, creativity, and community to shape the future of barbering in the United States.

Meet the new face of GLOWWA MENS: Ronnie Vint has been announced as ambassador after seeing thicker, fuller hair and real confidence gains on his own journey with GLOWWA, the multi-award-winning hair wellness brand.

Ronnie, who has always been open about hair loss – and saw his hairline make headlines during his time as a contestant on ITV’s Love Island – began his GLOWWA journey earlier this year and has already seen a transformation in fullness and thickness, showing the power of a consistent inside-out approach to hair health.

Built for ambition. Backed by science.
Formulated specifically for men, GLOWWA MENS is a targeted daily supplement designed to support hair growth, hormonal balance, mental performance and overall confidence in one simple step.

GLOWWA MENS: Powered by nature’s most effective ingredients:
• Saw Palmetto & Pumpkin Seed Extract – natural DHT blockers studied for their role in reducing hair loss in men.
• MSM, L-Lysine & Essential Vitamins – promote healthy hair growth and nourish the scalp.
• Myo-Inositol – a natural mood-booster supporting serotonin production and mental wellbeing.
• Lycopene – a powerful antioxidant that supports prostate health and fights oxidative stress.

Male hair loss is common, but it’s never just about looks. Around 85% of UK men will experience male pattern baldness by age 50 (wimpoleclinic.com), and the emotional toll can be significant. In one UK survey, 36% of men said hair loss made them feel worried, 35% felt unattractive, and 44% felt self-conscious (onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com). 

Suzanne Cooper, GLOWWA Founder, says:
“Ronnie’s progress is incredible to see, and it’s exactly why we do what we do. His journey shows what’s possible when you commit to GLOWWA MENS – healthier hair, improved confidence and results you can really see.”

Ronnie Vint adds:
“Honestly, my hair and beard feel the best they have in years. The growth has been unreal and everything feels thicker; even my barber of over ten years said, ‘Wow, your hair’s thicker.’ When I saw the before and afters, I couldn’t believe a supplement could do that. Since coming out of Love Island my hair has been a big talking point, and I looked at loads of options, but GLOWWA MENS stood out because it’s natural. To any guy worrying about hair loss, start now; it’s easy to stick to, and beyond hair my skin looks better too. I wake up with more glow, more shine and a few more hairs, which feels good.”

From reality TV to real results. Ronnie’s type on paper? Thicker, fuller hair with GLOWWA. Find GLOWWA MENS via salon professionals and at glowwa.com.

Wahl Professional releases highly anticipated Super Taper X TM clipper

The tool for tight tapering and bulk hair removal has arrived. Designed with Barbers and Stylists in mind, the Super Taper X TM is a proud evolution of the original Super Taper clipper.

Following an electric pre-launch at Barber Connect, the Super Taper X TM is now available for barbers and stylists to find their flow. Featuring advanced blade technology and a powerful motor, encased withing a lightweight sleek metallic blue body, the Super Taper X TM is the next generation clipper standing out for versatility and performance. Whether it’s delivering off-scalp taper blending, bulk hair removal or shaping and free form cutting – the Super Taper X TM is ready to deliver.

Find Your Flow – Find your flow with the Super Taper X TM. Designed to help you own every move with lightweight power and seamless precision.

Flow Freely – Corded and cordless capabilities let you to flow freely with power however you need it. Stay in Sync – With the smart LED charge indicator, you’re always in tune with your tool.

Feel The Rhythm – The high-performance rotary motor (6,500 RPMs) combines efficiency with sleek precision. Feel the rhythm of your craft, knowing the motor is built to keep pace with your every move.

Crisp Precision – The signature Crunch Blade technology produces a crisp, crunching sound to ensure no hair is missed.

Clear-Cut Performance – The Stagger-Tooth T-Shape blade enhances visibility for creating guidelines and refining details for clean, consistent cuts.

The Super Taper X is £135.59
Available to purchase now from wahl.co.uk

Congratulations to all of the amazing winners of the Scottish Hair and Beauty Awards – or the SHABAs, as they are fondly known! 

On Sunday August 24, the legendary Scottish Hair and Beauty Awards took place at Glasgow’s Hilton Hotel. 

Presented by industry icons Josie Smith and Simon Shaw, this year’s event shaped up to be perhaps the most unforgettable yet, with plenty of surprises such as a warm Scottish welcome with a live pipe band, multiple musical guests, as well as well-deserved awards, such as Alison Jamison taking home the Lifetime Achievement Award and Susie McGill earning her Vanguard Award due to her leading spirit. 

Adding to the glamour, industry royalty Falon Carberry and Justin Mackland were on hand to interview guests as they arrive on the red carpet. 

SHABA Founder, Joanne Reid, said: “We are thrilled to welcome back Fresha as our headline sponsor for SHABA 2025, along with incredible support from our partners: OSMO, Remi Cachet, Hair and Beauty World, Wahl Professional, Tan Truth, KAO, and Crazy Angel. Their continued belief in the vision of SHABA helps us create an unforgettable platformfor excellence in hair and beauty.”

Drumroll please…. Here are the winners of the 2025 categories: 

SAM WALL – ONE TO WATCH  AWARD: ISLA LEIPER, HOUSE OF MARSHALL

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: ALISON JAMISON, AJ CONSULTANTS 

BEST SPORTS/MASSAGE THERAPIST: ADELE THORBURN, LEANNE REILLY HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY

BEST SPA/DAY SPA: MUSE SPA

BEST TANNING EXPERT: ANDREA MCKUNE, AFTERGLOW (MOBILE)

BEST APPRENTICE BARBER: MARK HOWIE, FUTURE STUDIOS

BEST APPRENTICE STYLIST: MEGAN SINCLAIR, CRAIG BOYD HAIRDRESSING

BEST BLOW DRY: SEAN MARSHALL, SEAN MARSHALL HAIR

BEST WEDDING HAIR: SHANNA NEAVE, COLLECTIVE STUDIOS

BEST FEMALE COLOURIST: CHRISTINA THOMSON, THE LITTLE HAIR COMPANY

BEST MALE COLOURIST: CRAIG BOYD, CRAIG BOYD HAIRDRESSING

BEST NAIL ARTIST: MARIA CORONADO, MANIQUE BEAUTY SALON & ACADEMY

BEST BROW ARTIST: CLAIRE VIDA, CLAIRE VIDA BROWS & LASHES

BEST LASH ARTIST: ANNA BIERNAT,  BEAUTY BITS BY ANNA

BEST BARBER COLOURIST: ZOE CLARK, URBANHAIR

BEST HAIR EXTENSIONIST: CATT QUIGLEY, THE SALON BY STEFANIE SOMERVILLE

BEST SALON DESIGN: EK AESTHETICS

BEST TRAINER/TRAINING SCHOOL: JAMES DUN SALON HAIR SCHOOL

VANGUARD AWARD: SUZIE MCGILL, RAINBOW ROOM

BEST BEAUTY THERAPIST: DANIELLE WATT, MOI BEAUTY SALON

BEST COSMETIC PRACTITIONER: TAYLOR STEWART, TAYLOR STEWART PERMANENT COSMETICS

BEST MEDICAL AESTHETIC PRACTITIONER: STACEY MURPHY, HALO HAIR STUDIO

BEST MAKE UP ARTIST: CHELSEA TANT,  CODY SHAW HAIR AND BEAUTY

BEST INFLUENCER: TAYLOR INNES, JAMES DUN ON BELMONT

BEST NAIL BAR: ALLURE HAIR AND BEAUTY

BEST FACIAL: NADIA RAMAGE, SKIN QUEEN BY NADIA RAMAGE

BEST BEAUTY SALON: LUXE STUDIOS

BEST HAIR SALON: MCGILLS HAIRDRESSING

BEST BARBER SHOP: BEARDY BEARDY, RENFIELD STREET

BEST HAIR TEXTURER: SAMANTHA BLUES, SAMANTHA BLUES HAIRDRESSING

BEST INDEPENDANT STYLIST: ANNMARIE LUNAN, HAIR BY ANNIE

BEST FEMALE BARBER: EMILY MCKENNA, SERPENT KINGS BARBERSHOP

BEST MALE BARBER: KEIRAN FLYNN, R+R STUDIOS

BEST FEMALE STYLIST: CONNIE MARSHALL, HOUSE OF MARSHALL

BEST MALE STYLIST: JAY HANLIN, ALAN EDWARDS SALON

Atlanta-based, leading men’s head-to-toe grooming brand BEVEL, is proud to partner with Invest Fest, presented by Earn Your Leisure, for its second annual $25,000 BEVEL Vendor Marketplace Grant. Designed to empower marketplace vendors and small business owners participating in Invest Fest, the grant celebrates innovation, hustle, and cultural impact. Applications opened Monday, July 28, 2025, and close on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET. To apply, visit: https://investfest.com/bevelgrant/

“Our mission at BEVEL is to serve our customers’ holistic needs with product solutions that address their unique grooming needs and by finding ways to have a continued positive impact on our community.” –  Breann Satterwhite, BEVEL’s Vice President of Marketing

Invest Fest, a premier event under the Earn Your Leisure Network, is a first-of-its-kind in-person experience that blends investing, entrepreneurship, pop culture, and entertainment in a dynamic, festival-style setting. Taking place August 22nd–24th, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center, the three-day conference features presentations, panels, and workshops focused on financial empowerment and business growth. Attendees can network with industry leaders, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, and pitch their ideas for potential funding. As a platform where commerce and culture converge, Invest Fest empowers communities through education, access, and connection. BEVEL’s continued partnership with Invest Fest reflects the brand’s longstanding commitment to supporting its customers and community through impactful giveback initiatives.

“Our everlasting mission at BEVEL is to serve our customers’ holistic needs, not only with product solutions that address their unique grooming needs, but also by finding ways to have a continued positive impact on our community,” shared BEVEL’s Vice President of Marketing, Breann Satterwhite. “This year marks the second year we’ve partnered with the Invest Fest team to provide this grant to elevate the next generation of entrepreneurs who share our commitment to the community – and that is powerful.”

Selected from over 300 conference vendors, last year’s grant recipient was the pioneering fitness business Double Dutch Aerobics, founded by Double Dutch World Champion Michelle Clark and Master Double Dutch Aerobics Instructor Sean Clark.

“Our continued partnership with BEVEL represents a shared commitment to empowering and investing in entrepreneurs,” said Abdoulaye Sow, Chief Operating Officer of Earn Your Leisure. “Through the Vendor Marketplace Grant, we’re not just showcasing businesses – we’re providing meaningful capital and visibility that can shift their trajectory. We’re proud to build on this impactful work again at Invest Fest 2025.”

Interested business owners are encouraged to visit https://investfest.com/ to learn more about the grant and apply. BEVEL CEO Damon Frost will announce this year’s grant winner during the Monday, September 15, 2025, live episode of Earn Your Leisure’s podcast, Market Mondays.

Today, BEVEL’s grooming, hair, and skin products and devices are available in retailers such as www.GetBevel.com, Amazon.com, Ulta.com and ULTA Beauty stores, Target.com and Target stores, Walmart.com and select Walmart stores.

As the beauty and barbering industry continues to make meaningful strides toward greater inclusivity, including when it comes to textured hair, Vagaro has introduced their new “Textured Hair” business type badge – allowing salons and independent professionals to easily showcase their expertise in caring for coils, curls, and more.  

The badge can be toggled on within a business profile, helping clients quickly identify barbers who are trained and confident in working with textured hair. Vagaro’s recent launch addresses a long-standing challenge for many clients: the time and uncertainty involved in finding someone who understands their hair.  

It simultaneously helps to highlight the professionals who have taken the initiative to expand their education and serve a broader range of clients. 

“Hair is deeply personal, and textured hair requires specialized knowledge,” said Charity Hudnall, CMO at Vagaro. “The ability to easily signal that expertise helps clients, especially those in the Black community, feel seen, while also helping to elevate industry standards.” 

Launched ahead of National Black Business Month in August, the badge gives Black-owned barbershops and textured hair specialists a powerful way to identify their services and be more easily discovered by the clients looking for them. 

This effort builds on Vagaro’s recent activation in the UK at HairCon, where a dedicated mainstage showcase with Project Afro and a braiding bar in partnership with Braids Gang highlighted the artistry and expertise of textured hair professionals, bringing visibility to both stylists and consumers. 

This also comes as an increasing number of states are passing new legislation requiring cosmetology schools to teach textured hair education.  Several states including Washington, Vermont, Maine, California, Minnesota, Connecticut, Louisiana, and New York have now officially recognized and required the need for stylists to be trained across all hair types. 

As more recognize textured hair education as a professional necessity rather than an optional skill, tools like this badge reflect an important factor in what quality hair care truly means: inclusion, education, and accessibility. 

To learn more or to activate your Textured Hair badge, visit Vagaro.  

Phenix Salon Suites Manchester was buzzing with creative energy as the city played host to an international collaboration between J&D Barber Studio and Bronx-based barbershop Studio Chec, in a one-day-only “Suite Swap” that brought New York style to the heart of Manchester’s grooming scene.

The creative exchange saw the iconic Bronx team temporarily take over a suite inside Phenix Salon Suites on Deansgate, giving local clients a rare opportunity to experience Studio Chec’s distinctive approach to barbering. From razor-sharp fades to bold streetwear energy, the Studio Chec team brought their full New York flair to Cross Street for a truly memorable day.

The event wasn’t just about technique, it was about cultural exchange, community, and connection. After the swap, the Manchester team treated their Bronx guests to a curated tour of the city, showcasing the best of Mancunian creativity from the Northern Quarter to Ancoats. From music and fashion to local barbershops and hidden gems, the tour reflected the unique identity of a city known worldwide for its individuality and innovation.

Local press, creatives, and influencers were invited to drop in throughout the morning, with content creators capturing behind-the-scenes moments, collaborative cuts, and conversations between two cities united by style and spirit.

John Gillespie, UK Managing Director of Phenix Salon Suites, commented: “This is exactly what Phenix is about – giving professionals the freedom to collaborate, connect, and create on their own terms. Seeing Studio Chec and J&D Barber Studio come together to celebrate their craft, their culture and their cities was incredibly powerful. It speaks to the heart of what our spaces are designed to support.”

“I was super grateful for the opportunity not only to meet likeminded people in my industry, but also to showcase my talent in a place I’ve only seen on television growing up! This has only been possible thanks to my loyal clientele and to those who have seen my vision since day one thanks to Phenix Salon Suites both in the US and the UK”, said Chec from Studio Chec in The Bronx.

“A massive thanks to Phenix Salon Suites for giving us the opportunity to swap suites with another talented barber from NYC. We stepped out of our comfort zone, connected with new clients and levelled up! We were so hyped to represent the UK and show what we do best!” said Jose and Drey from J&D Barbers Studio in Phenix Salon Suites Manchester.

The Suite Swap is part of a wider mission by Phenix Salon Suites to foster innovation and global creative partnerships, transforming its spaces into platforms for growth, expression and collaboration locally and internationally.

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Summer is in full swing – and so is the latest edition of BarberEVO UK. Packed with sun, style, and sharp ideas, Issue 51 brings the season’s boldest innovations, industry insights, and barbershop brilliance straight to your chair. This edition is all about evolution, expansion, and energy – and trust us, you don’t want to miss it. 

THE COVER: 
On the cover this issue is one of the striking collections fresh from our latest UK Roadshow – a powerful snapshot of talent, texture, and next-gen creativity on full display. 

IN THE CHAIR & ONE 2 WATCH: 
This edition, we get In the Chair with Charles Rose – owner of Crate Cheshire, and ambassador for both Matakki and STMNT. Charles shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most respected names in the game. Our One 2 Watch is rising star Kostas Mourgelas, Fox Barbers owner and SB Barbering Academy alum, fresh off the stage from our Roadshow in Newcastle. 

EDUCATION: 
From the future-forward ethos of Tomorrow Education, to Wahl’s revamped course lineup and Novo Cabelo’s tailored training approach, this issue is packed with progressive education insights. We also spotlight leading brands like Gamma+, Lovemore, and OSMO, all raising the bar in learning and development. 

INTERIORS: 
Pushing the boundaries of modern barbering, we take you inside two standout spaces: HAUS and Ex Studio – where design meets disruption, and style is always on point. 

BUSINESS: 
On the business side, we go Behind the Brand with heritage grooming legends PASHANA, hear from columnist Mark Maciver, and dive into the new-age business blueprint with UNDERFOUND. Plus, we unpack everything from retail to tech that’s helping barbershops scale smarter. 

GROOMING: 
This issue’s grooming game is strong – with features on Morgan Jones, an inside look at James Beaumont’s evolving approach, and a deep dive with Arturo in Kingston and the team behind the booming grooming brand Vines Vintage. 

All this and so much more in BarberEVO UK Issue 51 – the ultimate guide to making this summer your sharpest one yet. 

Don’t miss it.