OPI recently joined Joanna Mastroianni at Lincoln Center for her Spring 2014 runway show. The designer unveiled a colorful look featuring the bright yellow shade Need Sunglasses? on models’ fingers and toes. Mastroianni selected the nail lacquer to complement her bold-hued long dresses in striking tangerine, yellow and aquamarine shades inspired by Gaudi’s architecture.

Aveda stylists from over 900 salons in 15 countries worldwide volunteered their time and expertise to create perfect haircuts in exchange for a client donation. The Global Cut-A-Thon kicked off in Asia and concluded in North America. Participating countries included the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, Australia, Japan, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

Cosmeceuticals International Inc. recently held its annual Professional Training Conference. Professionals from all over the United States received certification in cosmeceuticals skin care and the proper procedure in body wraps. Improved formulas to existing products were also introduced along with the introduction to a new website.

Dermalogica founder, Jane Wurwand, addressed more than 400 Dermalogica stockists and professional skin therapists from Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Australia, New Zealand and Japan at a symposium held recently in Kuala Lumpur. In her inspiring remarks themed to “The Power of One,” Wurwand challenged the participants to ask themselves why they make career and personal choices.

Arbonne is pleased to announce its newly-formed scientific advisory board. With seven physicians and experts from across the country, Arbonne is armed with the knowledge and research to back up their skin care and nutritional products claims. The board’s first stamp of approval goes to Arbonne Intelligence Genius, an innovative anti-aging product that captures the brand’s science + nature mission.

DermaConcepts™ was recently appointed as the exclusive distributor of Environ® Skin Care across the United States. As a result, the brand is now available for retail and professional use at doctor offices, medical spas, and wellness centers from coast-to-coast.

Circadia by Dr. Pugliese is giving back to the community… the four-legged friend community. Recently, Circadia donated a basket full of Circadia by Dr. Pugliese products, including the Pillowcase, to the first annual Pretty and Paws event. Circadia helped raise over $5,000 for the Animal Rescue League of Berks County in conjunction with the Bell Tower Salon, Medi-Spa and Store.

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is proud to announce new appointments to its board of directors. Scott Buchanan, owner of the Scott J Salons & Spas, will lead the PBA board of directors as chair while Reuben Carranza, North American leader/chief executive officer of Wella will serve as the vice-chair.