K18 announces the launch of its global K18 Pro Artist Program

K18 announces the launch of its global K18 Pro Artist Program

Published 08th Apr 2026

K18 has announced the launch of its K18 Pro Artist Program, a global initiative designed to champion the educators and stylists shaping the future of the professional hair industry.

The K18 Pro Artist Program spotlights educators who are already leading classes and creating engaged communities. Participants gain access to a blend of technical and advanced hair science courses led by global industry educators, alongside support from K18, including product resources, promotional opportunities, and collaboration in brand-led classes, events and campaigns.

“The future of hair artistry is being shaped behind the chair every day, and by talented educators sharing their expertise within the pro community.” said Kathy Lewis, SVP of global education at K18 Biomimetic Hairscience. 

“The K18 Pro Artist Program is our commitment to investing in those artists – amplifying their teachings, expanding their reach and supporting the communities they’re building. This is about elevating the voices already moving the industry forward, and redefining what modern hair education looks like as hair longevity becomes a new priority in the professional channel.”

The initiative is launching across key international professional markets, including Ireland, the UK, the US, Australia, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, the UAE, France, Mexico, Columbia, Chile and Costa Rica, expanding K18’s reach across countries, cultures and creative expression.

K18 Pro Artists are selected through applications, recruitment of established educators and identification within K18’s stylist community. Selection is ongoing and prioritises educators who teach independently, build engaged audiences,and demonstrate leadership within the professional space.

Karina Corbett

Karina Corbett

Published 08th Apr 2026

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