Since 2014 · Cleveland, Ohio

As one, we are individuals.
Together, we are the industry.

What We Are

A platform built for the industry.

Hair And The Blog is an online platform for beauty professionals and consumers to stay connected to the latest in hair and beauty. We share industry news, trends, products, tools, techniques, education, events, and opportunities.

It is also a place for professionals to showcase their work, promote their brands, connect with others in the industry, and reach new clients and consumers.

Education, collaboration, and networking are important parts of building a successful career. Our goal is to make it easier for beauty professionals to find the information, resources, connections, and recognition they need to grow.

Educate. Update. Innovate. Inform. Inspire.

Why We Exist

Education, collaboration, and connection.

01

Stay connected.

Industry news, trends, products, tutorials, tips, and event updates — the pulse of the profession, in one place.

02

Show your work.

Profiles, portfolios, features, and spotlights that give professionals a permanent home for the work they are proud of.

03

Build your network.

Directories, events, collaborations, and industry connections that turn individual careers into a shared community.

The Founder

It started with one voice.

Hair And The Blog was founded in 2014 by hairstylist and educator Rickea Hampton, created to give beauty professionals and consumers a space to connect, access resources, share knowledge, and build meaningful community.

Over the years, Hair And The Blog has produced events, conversations, and initiatives that highlight the voices, talent, and contributions of beauty professionals. Through its programming and community engagement, the platform continues to advocate for growth, professionalism, and collaboration within the industry.

Rickea Hampton
Founder, Hair And The Blog · Creator, The Industry Award Show

An extended founder biography and portrait will be published once supplied.

The Show

Our biggest night of the year.

The Industry Awards Show returns to Cleveland on October 25, 2026, honouring the hairstylists, barbers, makeup artists, educators and entrepreneurs shaping the craft.