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A membership association for every corner of the beauty and wellness industry, organized by craft.

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Grow your business with people who share your craft.

Business tools, discounts, education and a nationwide network.

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Craft chapters

7

Member benefits

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Annual conference

1

Who we are

The professional home of the beauty industry

The American Beauty Professionals Association is a non-profit membership organization for professionals in hair care, aesthetics, skincare, massage therapy, nail care, spa therapy and wellness.

Our mission is to empower, support and unite beauty and wellness professionals with trusted guidance, valuable resources and a strong community that helps businesses grow.

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Choose your chapter

Organized by craft, not lumped into one

Each chapter has its own identity, its own community and, soon, its own home online.

Haircare Professionals

Hairdressers, barbers, hair stylists and hair colorists

Skincare Solutions Professionals

Facial therapists, laser hair removal, microneedling and skin rejuvenation specialists

Aesthetics Professionals

Estheticians, waxing specialists, brow and lash experts, makeup artists and day spa teams

Med Spa Professionals

Botox and filler specialists, laser therapists, medical cosmetologists

Nail Care Professionals

Manicurists, pedicurists, nail technicians, gel and acrylic specialists

Body Therapy & Massage

Massage therapists, aromatherapists, reflexologists, yoga specialists and holistic healers

Tattoo & Piercing

Tattoo artists, piercers, microblading experts and body artists

Why join

Everything you need to grow a successful beauty business

Business tools, templates and expert guidance
Exclusive member discounts and partner offers
Industry news, trend reports and newsletters
Advocacy on industry and licensing issues
Featured listing in the member directory
Webinars, workshops and the annual conference
Health and safety resources to stay compliant

What you get as a member

Everything you need to build credibility and grow

Build your credibility

Stand out with official ABPA certifications that show your skills and professionalism.

Join a professional community

Collaborate and grow with a network of beauty professionals who support each other.

Grow your business

Business resources, funding opportunities and expert guidance for every stage.

Earn client trust

Show clients you meet recognized professional standards.

Expand your network

Connect with peers, experts and business leaders nationwide.

Stay ahead of the industry

Trends, best practices and standards shaping modern beauty and wellness.

Choose your membership

A plan for every stage of your career

Select the chapter that matches your craft when you join. Pricing shown is illustrative.

Associate

For independent professionals and those starting out

$59 / year

Member badge and profile
Resource library access
Newsletter and industry news
Member discounts

Join as Associate

Professional

For licensed professionals building a career

$129 / year

Everything in Associate
Featured directory listing
ABPA certification eligibility
Webinars and workshops
Referral links and commissions

Join as Professional

Business

For salon, spa and studio owners

$299 / year

Everything in Professional
Up to 10 team members
Editable handbooks and templates
Priority support
Annual conference admission

Join as Business

Refer and earn

Share your personal referral link. When a professional joins through it, you earn a commission, and you can track every referral from your dashboard.

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Become an ambassador

Represent ABPA in your area. Ambassadors support and grow the membership in their assigned ZIP-code territory.

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Events calendar

Signature ABPA events, trade shows, educational webinars and conferences across the beauty industry.

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Member resources

Editable employee handbooks, compensation models, service waiver and consent forms, and operational templates for members.

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From the ABPA blog

News, guidance and industry insight

Articles written for beauty and wellness professionals.

Industry news · 1 Nov 2026

Welcome to the ABPA Blog

Guidance, news and practical advice for beauty and wellness professionals, written by the people who know the industry best. Here’s what you’ll find on the ABPA blog and why we started it.

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Member voices

What our members say

Jennifer Mabry

Owner, Serenity Day Spa, Austin TX

Joining ABPA was one of the best decisions I've made for my business. The resources, the network and the advocacy work are unmatched.

Susan Jackson

Salon Manager, The Beauty Hub, Los Angeles CA

ABPA keeps me informed on every regulatory update and licensing change before it affects my team.

Lily Mabry

Licensed Esthetician, Charlotte NC

The connections I've made through ABPA events have opened doors I didn't know existed. This community lifts each other up.

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