The Hair Education Beauty Summit 2025: Where Beauty Meets Black Excellence
Mark your calendars, beauty mavens—the Hair Education Beauty Summit (HEBS) is returning May 3–5 with an explosive lineup of glam, education, and star power that promises to set the industry ablaze. Held at the Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, NJ, this year’s summit is a three-day masterclass in Black beauty excellence, blending high-energy networking, career-defining workshops, and a jaw-dropping $40K in competition prizes.
The Vibe: Luxury, Learning, and Legendary Moments
HEBS isn’t your average beauty conference—it’s a full-blown experience. The weekend kicks off with a Black Tie Yacht Party, where industry elites will sip, schmooze, and sail the Hudson in their fiercest looks. And just when you think it can’t get any better, R&B icon K. Michelle will close out the festivities with a show-stopping performance—because what’s a beauty summit without a little drama and soul?
The Education: Sold-Out Sessions & Industry Titans
The classroom sessions? Already sold out. That’s how you know HEBS is the destination for beauty professionals ready to elevate their craft. Attendees will dive deep into:
- Braiding, color theory, and cutting-edge barbering techniques
- Skincare science and nail artistry
- Business-building strategies for beauty entrepreneurs
And the panelists? A who’s who of beauty royalty:
✨ Tokyo Stylez (Beyoncé’s go-to stylist)
✨ Derek J. (Celebrity wig architect)
✨ Larry Sims (Gabrielle Union’s mane magician)
✨ Terrence Davidson (The barber to the stars)
✨ Julissa B. (Afro-Latina beauty advocate)
Plus, Fashion Bomb Daily’s own Claire Sulmers, RHOP’s Jassi Rideaux, Amara La Negra, and viral sensation Tony Talks will drop gems on branding, hustle, and owning your space in the industry.
The Competition: $40K on the Table (Yes, FORTY THOUSAND)
This is where things get really competitive. HEBS is hosting live hair battles with $20K alone going to the Wild & Crazy Hair Competition winner. Think avant-garde shapes, gravity-defying textures, and showmanship that’ll leave the crowd screaming. Other categories include barbering, braiding, and nails, so whether you’re a scissor savant or a lace-front queen, there’s a bag to chase.
The Mission: Community Over Everything
Co-founder Nicole Shuler put it perfectly: “HEBS 2025 is about community, creativity, and career-changing education.” This isn’t just a summit—it’s a movement, designed to uplift Black and Brown beauty professionals and give them the tools to dominate their fields.
