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Vernon Francois
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Vernon Francois

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Meet Vernon François, a British-born, Los Angeles-based hair stylist and brand founder celebrated globally for his artistry. As a member of the Ulta Beauty Artist Collective, Vernon transforms all hair textures into stunning works of art, inspiring individuals worldwide to embrace their natural beauty. His vegan, cruelty-free VERNON FRANÇOIS® Haircare line, known for its innovative, user-friendly design, showcases his visionary approach. With a star-studded client list, including Lupita Nyong’o, Solange Knowles, Serena Williams, and Willow Smith, and collaborations with top brands like L’Oréal, Kérastase, and REDKEN, Vernon’s influence and artistry shine on red carpets and in prestigious beauty awards, marking him as a trailblazer in the industry.

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In Good Hands:. Rules Rewritten, powered by OLAPLEX

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The future of styling is not just about what’s next. It is about who is shaping it.

OLAPLEX takes the mainstage to unveil a new era of styling technology—engineered to shatter boundaries and redefine what’s possible behind the chair. Artistry, innovation and education converge to reshape the rules of what’s possible behind the chair.

Join industry titans Tracey Cunningham, Vernon François, and Halley Brisker as they harness the power of professional touch and breakthrough science. Experience a masterclass in transformative color, texture, and styling that pushes the envelope while absolute hair integrity remains non-negotiable. Walk away inspired, recharged, and equipped to rewrite the rules of your own craft.

Because when hair is in good hands, the rules are not followed. They are rewritten.
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Bridging the Gap: From Salon Styling to Industry Ownership - Ulta Beauty

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Whether it be glam for celebrities or VIPs, reality tv, national music festivals, iconic award show moments, "big game" glam or national and global campaigns-You can make it happen with Ulta Beauty.

From celebrity glam and VIP clients to reality TV, national music festivals, iconic award show moments, “big game” glam and global campaigns, the opportunities are limitless with Ulta Beauty.

Step into the world where artistry meets scale, and see how top-tier talent delivers high-impact looks across every platform, every stage and every spotlight. From behind-the-scenes execution to camera-ready finishes, discover what it takes to create work that performs at the highest level.

Whether the moment calls for polish, presence or pure creativity, this is where beauty shows up big—and where artists rise to meet it.