About this expo
Salon International is recognized as Europe's premier gathering for hairdressing professionals, establishing itself as the central hub for the professional hairdressing community. This annual event is dedicated to uniting the global industry, fostering connections, inspiring creativity, and providing a platform for innovation within the specialized field of hairstyling.
The exhibition showcases a comprehensive range of core exhibit sectors, including hair care products, advanced coloring techniques, diverse hairstyling services, and professional training programs. Categories extend to cutting, coloring, and styling products, essential professional tools and equipment, and modern salon furniture and workstations. Exhibitors benefit from a strategic platform designed to generate qualified leads, accelerate sales growth, and enhance brand visibility among a highly engaged audience. The event facilitates direct interaction with customers, allowing for firsthand product and tool trials, alongside live demonstrations.
The target audience comprises a wide spectrum of hairdressing professionals, including stylists, barbers, colourists, educators, and salon owners. The event also attracts experienced buyers, hairdressers, hairstylists, color technicians, apprentices, hairdressing students, and lecturers. Attendees can engage with various concurrent programs, such as the HJ Stage, Modern Barber Stage, Colour Stage, HJ Academy Stage, Textured Hair Stage, Trends Stage, Salon Live sessions, Business Live sessions, Salon Masterclasses, and competitions like the Luchman Studios Barbering Competition (2026), HJ's Extensions Competition (2026) sponsored by Remi Cachet, and the British Hairdressing Awards (2026).
Highlights
5 items- Europe's largest event for hairdressing professionals.
- Held at ExCeL London, offering 87,328 sq m of space and capacity for 68,750 visitors.
- AUMA listed.
- Features concurrent programs including stages, sessions, and competitions.
- Targets stylists, barbers, colourists, educators, and salon owners.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does Salon International 2026 take place?+
Salon International 2026 will be held from October 4-5, 2026, at ExCeL London, United Kingdom.
Who organizes Salon International?+
The event is organized by Professional Beauty EMAP Ltd.
What industries and products are covered at Salon International?+
This specialized trade show for hairstyling covers main topics such as hair care products, coloring techniques, hairstyling services, and training. Exhibition categories include cutting, coloring, and styling products, professional tools and equipment, and salon furniture and workstations.
How can I attend or exhibit at Salon International?+
The event targets hairdressing professionals, offering exhibitors a platform to generate qualified leads, accelerate sales, and connect their brand with customers through direct interaction and live demonstrations.
What are the ticket prices for Salon International 2026?+
For 2026, a One Day Entrance Ticket (online advance rate) is £24, and Two Day Entrance Tickets (online advance rate) are £48. Group discounts are available, offering 10% off for 5+ tickets, 12.5% off for 10+ tickets, and 15% off for 20+ tickets.