Cosmetologists Chicago

Today, we welcome our beauty, barber, esthetics, wellness, and education communities to raise their voices together.

A proposed federal rule could eliminate financial aid access for more than 90% of beauty, barber, and wellness schools across the country, impacting students, schools, salons, small businesses, and the future of our industry.

This directly affects our future workforce, our businesses, and the professional beauty industry as a whole.

Please help by submitting your public comment today (survey takes 3-4 minutes). Submit your comment here:

https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/ED-2026-OPE-0100-0001

Deadline: Wednesday, May 20

You may write up to 5,000 characters, but even a few sentences can make a difference. Please add:
• Who you are
• How this impacts you
• What could happen if funding is lost

Your voice matters. Thank you.

Today, we honor the ones who shape us. ✨💐

On this Mother’s Day, America’s Beauty Show by Cosmetologists Chicago celebrates the many forms of care, guidance, and strength that exist in our community.

To the mothers, mentors, chosen family, and those who nurture others every day - we see you. To those celebrating, remembering, grieving, or holding a mix of emotions, our hearts are with you, too.

This industry is built on connection, compassion, and the people who lift one another up — in the salon, in the classroom, and beyond.

However today feels for you, know that you’re part of a community that cares. Happy Mother’s Day 🩷

💫 The 29th Annual Salon Today 200 issue celebrates industry leaders who exemplify growth and exceptional business practices. We are especially proud to recognize CC Board of Directors Secretary, Rudy Moser & Amy Daniel-Moser of a.salon, Chicago, IL. on this well-deserved honor.

🌟 Rudy Moser is a globally experienced sales executive and co-owner of a.salon, as well as Vice President of Sales for a growing consumer brand. He has led large teams, driven digital growth, and helped build an environmentally conscious, top-rated salon. Rudy offers strong skills in strategic planning, membership development, and digital engagement. 

We are saddened to learn of the recent passing of a leader in our community, Ms. Mary Hinkler-Jadrich. Details on the services are provided in the link. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/mary-hinkler-jadrich-obituary?id=61355854

Big love to our education partners Ted Gibson and Jason Backe as they bring Convergence to Palm Springs on May 3–4, 2026. ✨
This exciting Beauty Wellness Science Summit brings together education, wellness, networking, curated shopping, and community in one beautiful experience.
We’re always proud to support events that help beauty professionals feel inspired, connected, and lifted higher.
Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q04dQN_Q0

America’s Beauty Show 2026 drew record attendance and experience for the Professional Beauty Community. Attendees referred to the 103rd ABS as “the Coachella of the Beauty Industry” as 21,000+ Beauty Professionals gathered for education, inspiration, and connection in Rosemont, IL. April 18-20, 2026.
America’s Beauty Show (ABS), owned and produced by Cosmetologists Chicago (CC), remains proud to host such a profound gathering for the industry.
For more than a century, ABS + CC has served licensed beauty professionals, and this year’s event delivered what so many in the industry are seeking right now: education, inspiration, hope, and a welcoming community.
Stay tuned for more event coverage 💫

✨ The time has come. ✨

Set up is underway, the stages are coming to life, and the energy is building at America’s Beauty Show.

What you’ve been planning for…
What you’ve been waiting for…
It’s all happening.

From the show floor to the stages, from education to celebration — we’re getting ready to welcome the beauty community back to Rosemont. We can’t wait to see you!

🗓 April 18–20, 2026
📍 Rosemont, IL
🎟 Tickets on sale at https://hubs.li/Q04crDvk0 or at the door! Secure your spot and THRIVE with us.

🎟✨ Your seat at the show is waiting. ✨🎟

If you’ve been thinking about it — this is your sign to lock in your ticket to America’s Beauty Show 2026.

👉Three days of education.
👉Hands-on classes.
👉Competitions.
👉Show-only deals.
👉Unmatched community energy.

This is where you reconnect with your craft, your people, and your purpose.

Secure your ticket and get ready to THRIVE in Rosemont!

🗓 April 18–20, 2026
📍 Rosemont, IL
🎟 Get tickets at https://hubs.ly/Q04b1k350 or get your tickets at the door 🚪

💫We’re not kidding — this is the LAST sale.

April 1–5, 2026 is your final window to secure discounted tickets to America’s Beauty Show 2026.
It’s your time to THRIVE! 🌸

🗓 April 18–20, 2026
📍 Rosemont, IL
🎟 Tickets on sale now at https://hubs.li/Q0487lp40