The cruise ship industry is heading out of the closures caused due to the Covid-19 pandemic and cruise ships are now looking into the future, at dates to restart their operations. Some cruise lines may resume sailing as early as August this year, while others are hoping to start up again in September, October or November. Because the pandemic has affected different areas at different times and in different ways, many cruise lines will probably offer a staggered reopening based on where they sail. Cruise ships are looking to the latest medical research and technology to guide their protocols in reopening and ensure that public spaces on the ships remain safe and low risk. The good news is tha

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing lockdown, the National Bargaining Council wish to inform you of the decisions made between the parties and the Council in terms of the May 2020 accounts. Pension Fund Contributions No contributions for the month of May 2020 will be charged. Employees' benefits will remain intact. Critical Illness and Funeral Cover The Critical Illness Benefit (R 8.92 per month per employee) and the Funeral Cover (R 9.50 per month per employee which is an added benefit through Hollard, is currently funded from the employer’s portion of the contributions towards the fund. The decision was made to not charge these two premiums for May 2020. To ensure the cove

Government (NCCC) consulted the EOHCB on the morning of 29 May 2020 and a follow up meeting was scheduled for the same afternoon.​ The EOHCB is confident that through continuous meaningful consultation with the NCCC, that the industry will obtain a satisfactory result in its quest for an expedited re-opening. Health, Hygiene and Safety protocols have always been present within the industry and its operations, and we presented the NCCC with a visual and documented experience to how the industry could and should operate during the COVID-19 pandemic and that it would be safe to do so by regulating the basic COVID-19 Industry requirements for opening and servicing of the public. Stay up to date

Shawn Bubb from Cutting Edge offers his inspirational words to the industry. If you would like your voice to be heard, email a photo of yourself together with a short quote on: • Encouragement for the industry during this time • Constructive ideas on how you will make safety changes in your salon You can email belinda@hairnews.co.za – we would love to hear from as many voices as possible! You might also enjoy... Industry Voices: Linda Spangeberg Wella Professionals National TrendVision Awards Cancelled Letter to Hairnews from Anny Britz, Images 1, Port Elizabeth

Several countries have relaxed lockdown rules for hairdressers. However, South Africa’s Hair & Beauty Industry is still fighting the good fight to move up to Level 3. Should Government heed our plea, you need to be ready to open your doors, ready to welcome an influx of clients. All of whom have been desperate to return to the salon. Life will soon be a lot busier once we get the go ahead to return to our craft. We expect an avalanche of colour corrections and cuts coming our way! The truth is your clients really miss you. In fact, a recent survey revealed that since the beginning of lockdown, 60% of clients miss hairdressing the most out of any other beauty service, while 90% said they will

Although salons have not been given the immediate “green light” for reopening during Level 3, Minister Patel explained that industry engagement would be a priority, in order to put the correct protocols in place to be allowed to reopen safely. The delay in reopening is due to the fact that social distancing between hairstylist / practitioner and client is not possible and so this will require more stringent regulation to ensure a safe and controlled environment. Although the extra delay is frustrating, there is now a definite light at the end of the tunnel and Hairnews is confident that the engagement between government and industry organisations will be concluded asap and will result in a “

Contributed by Michael Conlin, South Africa SIMON FORBES … HIS DREAM BECAME A REALITY It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Simon Forbes. He passed away on Saturday the 9th May after a very long battle with cancer. Fortunately, he was not hospitalised until the last hours of his life. We send all our sympathy and condolences to his daughter, Lucy and son Callum. He was with Callum to his passing but unfortunately, Lucy is living in California and has not yet been able yet to return to London. We know that apart from his family and friends this news will leave many hairstylists across the globe very saddened. His influence spread to every continent in the world — righ

Independent hairstylist Linda Spangeberg offers her inspirational words to the industry. If you would like your voice to be heard, email a photo of yourself together with a short quote on: • Encouragement for the industry during this time • Constructive ideas on how you will make safety changes in your salon You can email belinda@hairnews.co.za – we would love to hear from as many voices as possible! You might also enjoy... Industry Voices: Liza Visagie Major Professional Hair Industry Suppliers Offer United Plea for Reopening of Salons At Level 3 Letter to Hairnews from Anny Britz, Images 1, Port Elizabeth

Supporting The EOHCB, Bargaining Council, UASA and SAAHSP In A Call for Safe Reopening at Level 3 FOR THE ATTENTION OF MR. EBRAHIM PATEL, MINISTER OF TRADE, INDUSTRY AND COMPETITION 27 May 2020 Dear Minister Patel RE: Support for the re-opening of the salon industry in level 3 As key suppliers to the hairdressing industry in South Africa, we write this letter to you in support of the call by the collective grouping of: 1. The EOHCB (Employers Organisation for Hairdressing Cosmetology and Beauty) 2. Bargaining Council (for the Hairdressing. Cosmetology, Beauty & Skincare Industry) 3. UASA (United Association of South Africa), on behalf of the Hair & Beauty salon industry. 4. SAAHSP (South Afr

Bon Jovi’s lyrics “ooh, living on a prayer” seem to summarise the collective feeling of our industry right now. COVID-19 has had many implications, and one of these is that Wella Professionals National TrendVision Awards (NTVA) 2020 is cancelled. NTVA is a prestigious competition on our local hairdressing calendar that allows our winners to move on to the International TrendVision Award Creative Retreat (ITVA). It gives them recognition from their peers and the global hairdressing community. Internationally, the competition will continue but will be entirely digitally driven. In South Africa, however, we want to give our stylists time to focus on their businesses. COVID-19 has been devasting

Life is about choices or so we hear, from when we are young and our parents advise us to always do what is right to when we grow older and utter the same words to our children. The narrow road as they say is narrow for a reason, not many people can join you in your walk, its winding and treacherous and more often than not you drag yourself along in the hope you made the right choice when you arrived at the cross road. Covid-19 brought about a crossroad for hairstylists and I have to keep reminding myself that everyone just does what they feel is right, but I am angry as I am sure we all are. I am angry that we can’t work, I am angry that our salons are closed, I am angry that a virus has tur

Origen by Víctor Alonso is a retrospective view of more than 30 years of his career as a hairdresser. A return to his beginnings, a commitment to fidelity to himself, an expression of his essence, and a need to leave a mark of his soul. Hair:Victor Alonso @Espacio Kibo by Victor Alonso Instagram@_victoralonso Hairdresser Assistant: Itziar Infante Instagram: @itxi6 Photographer:Juanjo Martín // Instagram @graficamente MUA:Victoria // Instagram@lindavictoria_makeup Stylist:Aaron Gil // Instagram@aaron_gil_stylist Products: Wella Professionals // Instagram@wellaprofessionals Video: Alberto Pla You might also enjoy... Sebastian Professional Introduces Dark Oil: #RulesDontApply EOHCB Update: Seek

An update from the EOHCB, along with the presentation and video which was jointly submitted to Government on behalf of EOHCB, Bargaining Council and UASA. Dear EOHCB Member and Industry, The EOHCB awaits a copy of the Government Gazette outlining the level 3 regulations of the Disaster Management Act. Just like our members and the industry, we also seek clarity concerning the restrictions pertaining to the personal care sector during level 3 of the lockdown, in relation to social distancing. In the submission made to Government (COVID-19 Command Commission), the parties and the council outlined the protocols of social distancing within the workplace for the industry and displayed it to be al

Two recent, short, and totally awesome videos show you great cutting and styling techniques. You’ll love the quick dose of inspiration, the brilliant visuals, and the fun commentary from international experts. Here is the Soft Nape Shape Haircut technique: Here is the Styling a Modern Shag video: Love these? Don’t forget to subscribe to Goldwell’s Education Plus channel to be instantly informed about new videos – at least one a week is released! Goldwell South Africa can be contacted on 011 312 5070. Like Goldwell's Facebook page HERE You might also enjoy... Goldwell Education Plus: Awesome Strobing Technique and Reopening Tips from a Business Coach​ Kao Salon Division Announces Kao Salon In

Independent hairstylist Liza Visagie offers her inspirational words to the industry. If you would like your voice to be heard, email a photo of yourself together with a short quote on: • Encouragement for the industry during this time • Constructive ideas on how you will make safety changes in your salon You can email belinda@hairnews.co.za – we would love to hear from as many voices as possible! You might also enjoy... Industry Voices: Bernadine Malan from Beauty on First​ L’Oréal Home Academy Features Adir Abergel, The Hitmaker of Hollywood Hairdos Salon Products: Now Delivering Tints and Backbar Products Exclusively to Salons

After the President’s speech last night, many hair and beauty salons were left feeling confused and disappointed. The draft regulations for Lockdown Level 3 stated that hairdressing and beauty would be allowed to open only if 1.5 metre social distancing between customers was complied with. The Presidential Twitter account published at the time of the speech, stated the same. However, the President’s speech did not make mention of the social distancing regulation and simply stated that hairdressing was not permitted. The industry organizations are urgently seeking clarification on this from Government and a copy of the gazetted rules which will provide full detail. There may be two reasons fo

This session, on Wednesday 27 May at 6pm on L’Oréal SA’s Facebook page, will be an inspirational smash hit! Adir Abergel is the “Hitmaker of Hollywood Hairdos” – with three quarters of a million Instagram followers! He’ll be chatting to L’Oréal Pro’s National Education Manager Taryn Bloem about how he got to where he is, the awesome celebrity work he does, and of course, sharing how coronavirus has affected him and how he’s coping in these times! He’s worked with A-listers Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Kristen Stewart, Reese Witherspoon, Gwyneth Paltrow and more. Known for his ability to inspire and empower, this session with Adir will fill you with positive inspiration for your post-lockd

Inspirational words from Bernadine – thank you for this support during lockdown! If you would like your voice to be heard, email a photo of yourself together with a short quote on: • Encouragement for the industry during this time • Constructive ideas on how you will make safety changes in your salon You can email belinda@hairnews.co.za – we would love to hear from as many voices as possible! You might also enjoy... Industry Voices: Gabeeba Hendricks from Keratin Lab L’Oréal Home Academy Features Adir Abergel, The Hitmaker of Hollywood Hairdos Steps to Sanitization by Eva Professional

This session, on Wednesday 27 May at 6pm on L’Oréal SA’s Facebook page, will be an inspirational smash hit! Adir Abergel is the “Hitmaker of Hollywood Hairdos” – with three quarters of a million Instagram followers! He’ll be chatting to L’Oréal Pro’s National Education Manager Taryn Bloem about how he got to where he is, the awesome celebrity work he does, and of course, sharing how coronavirus has affected him and how he’s coping in these times! He’s worked with A-listers Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Kristen Stewart, Reese Witherspoon, Gwyneth Paltrow and more. Known for his ability to inspire and empower, this session with Adir will fill you with positive inspiration for your post-lockd

Great news for salons wanting to place custom-orders of backbar products including tints and basin products. Bulkshop of Salon Products is now open. You can now order your backbar products (tints, basin products and retail) online at cost price! This gives you you the convenience to get your backbar products and retail products from different suppliers in one order, with whatever custom quantities you need – couriered to your door! This is ideal for when salons reopen, allowing you to offer your clients the service and price range they need, without overcommiting your budget. Note, only registered salons have access to the Bulkshop. Direct Retail Sales Salon Products allows you to sell all t