

Carla Klue: South Africa’s Label.M Brand Ambassador
mhb is pleased to announce Carla Klue as Label.M Brand Ambassador South Africa. With over two decades in the hair industry, Carla, who is the owner of Haus of Klue, brings exceptional artistry and real-world salon expertise to the Label.M family. Having first worked with Label.M in 2011 at the Toni & Guy Academy in London, and with international fashion experience behind her, Carla is perfectly positioned to inspire stylists across the industry. It’s a hot, dry morning in C


EOHCB: Ethical Sourcing in South Africa's Hair & Beauty Industry: Challenges, Risks, and The Path to Sustainable Practices
As the beauty industry in South Africa continues to grow, so does consumer awareness and demand for ethical and sustainably sourced products. Ethical sourcing ensuring that products are obtained responsibly, with respect for people, animals, and the environment no longer being a luxury; it's a necessity. Yet, many players in the hair and beauty industry still face significant challenges in aligning their practices with ethical standards. This article explores the landscape of


Style Inspiration: Project Scotland Ethereal
Our main theme is ethereal/dreamy, each model looking angelic and dressed in soft white with. floaty diffused hair and powdered faces. A feeling of being brand new. Credits Project scotland 2025 Mentor Colin McAndrew Assistant mentor Sarah McCulloch Brand partner AlphaparfMilano_uk Mentees Lisa glen Alison Simpson Alison Pilichos Connie Graham David Fisher Justin Mackland Katie Shirkie Kelly Evans Chelsea Dunlop Natalie Stephen Nikki Rundel Christina Thoms


LESSOAN Thermoplastia: Visible Hair Transformation that Lasts
Smooth. Cool-Toned. Long-Lasting. One Treatment Your Clients Will Talk About for Months. Imagine offering a smoothing service that doesn’t just fight frizz… …but restructures the hair , neutralises yellow tones , and delivers results that last up to 6 months — all in a formaldehyde-free formulation. That’s the power of LESSOAN Thermoplastia . Powered by advanced nanoplastia technology and enhanced with built-in violet pigments , Thermoplastia works deep inside t


Bargaining Council: National Wage Schedule Effective March 1, 2026 & HBSI Pension Fund Responsible Person
NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE FROM 1 MARCH 2026 The Minister of Employment and Labour has, by Notice (No. R 7083) in the Government Gazette (No. 54075, dated 3 February 2026), amended the National Minimum Wage from R28.79 per hour to R30.23 per hour , with effect from 1 March 2026 . The amounts applicable to Learners have also been amended. Gazette-NMW-1-March-2026.pdf The minimum wage and learnership allowances prescribed by the National Minimum Wage Commission are adhered to as a


Local Inspiration from Karin at Hairline Stoneridge
When your hair says don’t tame me… a little wild,a little fiery-fox tips edition 🦊 Click the image below to view the Instagram post. Stylist: Karin Salon: Hairline Stoneridge Follow Karin on Instagram @karin_hairline_stoneridge @hairline_stoneridge 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.


The Goldwell Glow Up: A Global Showstopper Is Landing This March...
South Africa, are you ready? This March, we are bringing a world-renowned Goldwell Global Artist to our stage. An international educator. A creative disruptor. A platform performer known for electrifying audiences across Europe and beyond. He is: A multi-award-winning colour specialist A salon founder redefining inclusive, modern hair spaces A stylist whose work has featured across major international TV and film productions A global educator shaping the future of colour arti


Mastering the Mullet with Jim Shaw
What was once loud, reckless and chaotic, the mullet has evolved into one of the most intentional haircuts in modern men’s style. Today’s mullet is about clean lines, smart layering and controlled contrast. When executed properly, it balances edge with refinement and turns an unconventional cut into a confident signature. Mastering the mullet means understanding every detail matters. The length in the back, the shape through the sides and the texture on top, this cut is one y


Style Inspiration: Manga Collection by Debra Smart and Jo Lomax
“We were inspired by the rise of modern Japanese fashion and its influence on future trends.This collection channels a youthful street sensibility. a fusion of dynamic style, bold statements and unapologetic self-expression. Celebrating individuality, personality and creative freedom, each look explores a spectrum of textures, vivid colours and sculpted shapes.” Debra Smart and Jo Lomax Hair by Debra Smart and Jo Lomax at Smartest 73, Weston-Super-Mare @smartest73_hairsalon


BHE Dryers & Stylers Help your Clients Win the Frizz Fight at Home
Your Clients Fight Frizz at Home. BHE Helps Them Win. You create beautiful hair in the chair every day for your clients. But what happens when your client gets home… and can’t recreate the result? Frizz returns.Waves and curls reappear.Drying takes forever.And the style you perfected disappears by the next morning. This is where BHE Hair Hardware becomes more than a tool in your salon — it becomes a solution your clients can take home . BHE Styling Irons help clien
