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applications for amika's friend to hair scholarship with Beauty Changes Lives Organization close tomorrow! 🧡 as a salon-growth brand, stylists are the heart and soul of amika. amika is thrilled to fund the amika “Friend to Hair” scholarship to for aspiring cosmetology students. for more information + to apply: https://lnkd.in/eBjGFQiY https://lnkd.in/eBNSx8Vx #amika #scholarship #beauty

our very own Dr. Cicely Shillingford takes the spotlight in a Byrdie interview with Patrice Peck! as our director of product development, Cicely Shillingford, PhD (she/her) is an important amika team member, bringing her expert knowledge + passion for beauty to help us elevate hair care. in her interview, she shares her journey from chemistry student to the brand, + let’s be real—who better to trust when it comes to healthy hair than someone who understands the science behind beauty + is part of the amika crew? read the full interview for all the beauty wisdom you can’t miss: bit.ly/4hiYUvk

we did it! amika won the "most creative booth design" award at sephoria 🏆 from oversized, lit-up big hit factices popping out of reused campaign imagery to a flower-shaped stage that screamed star power, our booth was all about boundary-pushing creativity with sustainability considered at every corner. our booth was a fully immersive experience with neon-lit copy, a hair fan, + even custom amika songs that had everyone grooving. see anything familiar? we repurposed several elements from past installations + recycled acoustic foam which we donated to local musicians post-event. we pridefully displayed our nearest + dearest achievements like our B Lab certification and SEPHORA Planet Aware seal, showcasing that beauty can be both bold + responsible. we are thrilled to be recognized for our creativity + we had a ball making sephoria an unforgettable experience! thank you to everyone who helped bring this vision to life 💜

Piper Sandler released their 48th semi-annual survey of 13,515 U.S. teens + it's official: teens 🧡 amika! in the spring, we leaped from number 5 to number 1 + have maintained the number 1 spot this fall with 7% share. we love our community + are so thankful for the support!

meet the winners of year 2 of amika’s rooted in growth grant + mentorship program! 👋 rooted in growth is our annual grant + mentorship program for emerging hair founders with an emphasis in the professional hair space! 🧡 Hannah Diop, Co-Founder + CEO of Sienna Naturals 🧡 Jamila Powell, Owner + Founder of Naturally Drenched 🧡 LaToya Stirrup Co-Founder of KAZMALEJE 🧡 Dawn Myers, Founder + CEO of Richualist over the next four months, these four amazing founders will receive mentorship, exclusive networking opportunities, and $50,000 each in funding to help take their brands to the next level. Stay tuned and follow along as we share the brands' rooted in growth journey over the next 4 months! #rootedingrowth #amika #mentorship

last year, we took a big step towards supporting the future of hairstyling by awarding $100,000 in scholarships through our very first “friend to hair” scholarship program. but we didn’t stop there! earlier this year, we’ve leveled up as the first brand ever to offer full-ride scholarships—up to $20,000 each—for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ students. and now, we're back at it again in partnership with Beauty Changes Lives Organization! 👏 as a brand born in salons, we know the power of community. that’s why we’re dedicated to empowering the next wave of beauty professionals + creating a more inclusive industry where all voices are heard and celebrated. 🧡 we’re so excited to continue nurturing the talent + creativity of future stylists who will shape the world of hair. ready to be a part of the change? click below to apply for the “friend to hair” scholarship today! 🎓 https://lnkd.in/eBNSx8Vx https://lnkd.in/eBjGFQiY #amika #scholarship #cosmetology #friendtohair

we are overjoyed to announce the winners of the amika x Beauty Changes Lives Organization 2024 friend to hair stylist scholarship! this year we are sponsoring four full ride scholarships for our winners to attend the cosmetology school of their dreams. ✨ this special program awards scholarships to cosmetology students who identify as BIPOC or LGBTQIA+. we’ve handpicked our aspiring stylists and are excited to introduce you to the lucky winners! drumroll please... 🥁

amika’s ROOTED IN GROWTH grant program application closes today at midnight ET! 🧡 the 2nd year of our Rooted in Growth startup grant program will fund 4 emerging professional hair founders each with $50,000 grants along with a 4-month mentorship program + networking opportunities with the amika team, plus hair + beauty industry leaders. apply now! #rootedingrowth #amika #haircare #entrepreneurship #grant

🎶 we've got the power 🎶 have you heard the news? we were just named one of WWD's Most Powerful Beauty Brands of 2024. we are thrilled to be recognized among some of the best in the biz in the Establishment Category. read more: bit.ly/4dG1Y2p

last week, amika CEO Chelsea Riggs + OCOA - Curly Hair Care Co-founder Cory Varona-Corniel, MBA met with amika Director of DEI + Social Impact Gianne D. to discuss the importance of mentorship for beauty founders. 🧡 click the link below to learn more about the importance of mentorship for beauty founders + amika’s rooted in growth grant + mentorship program for emerging professional hair brand founders. #rootedingrowth #amika #ocoabeauty #mentorship