New 2026: TOP HAIR Masterclasses – deep dive for professionals
Introducing the new TOP HAIR Masterclasses, the trade fair extends its education programme to include an exclusive hands-on format. In teams with a limited number of participants hairdressers will cooperate directly with renowned experts such as Patrick Cameron, Katrin Dederer, Fabian Maier, Maya Reckgert, Cindy Loves Blonde, Barbercat and Keller the school.
The focus will be on such techniques such as Airtouch, modern balayage techniques, signature face framing, precise cut concepts or contemporary styling methods. Unlike on stage, this format is all about in-depth practice, direct exchange and immediate applicability to everyday salon routine. The TOP HAIR Masterclasses can be booked separately and are aimed at professionals specifically seeking to take their skills to the next level.
Workshop Stage: innovation and practical relevance
The Workshop Stage makes it possible to experience trends and techniques at first hand. World firsts like the Calligraphy Cut[X] by Frank Brormann are featured alongside dyeing and glossing staged by REDKEN as well as modern curling concepts by curly.do.
Presenting the “Smarter Salon” Burak shows how digital processes and Artificial Intelligence can make every-day salon routines more efficient while “Salonimpuls” translates KPIs into concrete strategies. International collections – such as by Keller the school powered by Wella Professionals or by the J.7 Creative Team powered by Goldwell – showcase the latest trending looks on stage for practitioners.
Dyson will also make a statement: with live sessions on styling and haircare this company links technology innovation with fashion impulses. The programme will be supported amongst others by Jana Ina Zarrella, who will share insights into styling routines and trend interpretations.
Speaker Stage: strategy meets inspiration
The Speaker Stage is dedicated to the industry’s entrepreneurial challenges. Speakers such as Adrian Hardt, the Social Hair Sisters, Oliver Bohn and Fabian Maier shed some light on topics from Artificial Intelligence in the salon to social media with a measurable impact on sales through to modern staff management and new perspectives for master craftsperson education. Here creativity meets entrepreneurship – in practical, future-oriented way and with a clear view to sustainable success.
With this cocktail of glamour, finest craftsmanship and strategic foresight TOP HAIR 2026 will become the stage for trends that are not only showcased but also actively shaped by the community.
The programme, complete with all shows, Masterclasses, workshops and lectures, can be accessed online at: www.top-hair-international.com.
