Your Voice, Our Roadmap: 6 Key Findings From the 2026 Beauty Advisor Education Insights Survey

This editorial shares a first look at the results of the 2026 Beauty Advisor Education Insights Survey, where more than 600 Beauty Advisors and Cosmetic Managers across Canada shared their education needs, goals, and challenges. Focused on six key themes, including product knowledge, ingredient education, consultation skills, hands-on learning, career growth, and barriers to access, the piece offers valuable insight into what Beauty Advisors are asking for from brands, retailers, and educators. More importantly, it positions these findings as a roadmap for building more practical, relevant, and impactful education programs that better support Beauty Advisors on the sales floor and throughout their careers.