Salon First’s Big Beauty Live 2026 has cemented itself as one of the most powerful and unifying events in the Australian beauty industry, bringing together salon owners, educators, suppliers, and emerging professionals for a full day of connection, education, and inspiration.
Described by speakers and attendees alike as “Melbourne’s biggest and greatest beauty event,” the day created a unique environment where collaboration and growth took centre stage.
Keynote speaker Beauty by Brooke shared, “It was honestly a dream come true… the energy in the room, how engaged and open everyone was — it was something really special.”
Fellow speaker Keily Baker highlighted the impact of the event’s environment, noting that Salon First created “a safe space for people to connect, grow and learn.”
Across the room, the sentiment was echoed by both speakers and attendees. Industry educator Lucia Malejko described the event as “one of those rare experiences where you could truly feel that something meaningful was happening,” while speaker Isabella Loneragan reflected on “the unique energy in a room full of professionals dedicated to their industry.”
Attendees also felt the lasting impact. One salon owner shared they left feeling “super motivated and appreciative… you don’t realise the power of being around like-minded people until you experience it,” walking away with “new products, new techniques and new friends.”
The event’s atmosphere was a standout, with one industry supplier summing it up simply: “Big Beauty Live delivered BIG. 10/10.”
From high-level education to genuine connection, Big Beauty Live 2026 showcased the strength of the professional beauty community and reinforced Salon First’s role in bringing the industry together in meaningful, lasting ways.
