STRONGER. FASTER. SMARTER. Know it: Frequency of lightening services have increased. With hair integrity confirmed as priority # 1 when lightening. Blonde Made Better Campaign highlights the Goldwell Light Dimensions portfolio, featuring high-performance lighteners that deliver powerful lift while protecting hair integrity. Key performance features: Powerful Lift: Up to 9 levels of reliable, clean lifting power on both dark and pre-colored hair bases. Advanced Protection: Int

It's Here! Your monthly recap of all the exciting news that happened in August 2026. Grab a coffee and enjoy. The Month in Rewind as an easy to read, easy to access digital magazine format: all the news releases for the previous month in one consolidated view with easy, fast click-through options. Just one click to review the month for all the important industry news With one monthly review of all our daily news releases and announcements, you can take a fresh look at the com

DUALITY The Return of a Creative Family. Artists: Emiliano & Lisa Vitale BEFORE THE COLLECTION Before family became their greatest collaboration, Emiliano and Lisa Vitale travelled the world, shared stages at the industry's biggest events and built é SALON into one of Australia's most respected creative salons. As life shifted, so did their focus. For almost a decade, their greatest creative energy was devoted to raising their three children while continuing to lead, educate

Lessoan Thermoplastia Smooth. Silky. Formaldehyde-free. Next Level. Lessoan Thermoplastia redefines straightening standards - a single-step, thermoactive treatment built on organic acids, rosehip, acai and avocado that reconstructs the fibre while it smooths. Formaldehyde-free. Long lasting straightening. Intense hydration, anti-frizz and brightness that lasts. The in-salon result your clients will talk about. Ask about Lessoan Thermoplastia (100ml & 1000ml) Visit Lessoan at

scar with Sim Sensitive and Cultish are excited to present the return of AREA 133 on 25 September from 18h30 till late. Date: Friday 25 September 2026 Time: 7pm till late Place: scar (133 Bree Street, Cape Town) Come get your minds blown by the best in the industry, all on one stage together. Why This is The Hair Event of the Year You may already know that BEN BROWN, the UK cutting master, is in Cape Town this September for his Hands On Precision Masterclass with scar Educati

Dreamy hair ready for a wedding from Juane at Stijl Hair Studio. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Stylist: Juane Salon: Stijl Hair Studio Follow Juane on Instagram @juane_hairartist @stijlhairstudio We'd love to feature your work! To get your styles, looks or colour formulas featured in Hairnews, send them either to brad@hairnews.co.za or DM them directly to our Hairnews Instagram page.

Smooth, Sleek & Safe Clients across every hair texture are searching for effortless, healthy shine—demanding high-performance formulas and tools that hydrate, eliminate frizz, and cut down styling time. Above all, today’s industry standards demand safe, non-toxic solutions. Thanks to a decade of innovation from global formulators, stylists no longer have to choose between stunning results and a safe working environment. Modern smoothing treatments and advanced thermal tools

Wella Professionals Ultimate Smooth Silky Milk is a lightweight, non-greasy leave-in designed for ultimate smoothness, anytime, anywhere. Suitable for daily use on fine to medium hair, it also provides UV and heat protection. New Silky Milk joins the Ultimate Smooth family alongside Ultimate Repair and Ultimate Color, giving your clients targeted solutions for the most common hair concerns. Within the Ultimate Smooth range, Silky Milk adds a step that helps your clients maint

Written by Jana Ferreira Employers must recognise that technical excellence alone does not make effective leaders. Being the best stylist, therapist, or technician in a salon, spa, or skincare clinic does not automatically mean someone is ready to guide people, manage conflict, or grow a business. Leadership identity is a different skill set, one that requires empathy, communication, and vision. For business owners themselves, this means reflecting on their own leadership min

Grit and Grace is a celebration of resilience, personal growth and elegance. Raw texture meets refined craftmanship in a collection that reflects strength to overcome challenges, embrace change and encourage growth with confidence. True beauty is found in the balance of grit and grace. Built on grit, defined by grace. Raw, relentless, strong. Hair Team: Project Extend 2026 Project Leader: Marlene Lamont @marlenelamont Project Support: Jade Miles @jade_miles_hairdresser