Afterglow captures the radiance after the light moves on – the warmth that rests on skin, the softness that settles into the room Each portrait in this collection sits in that tender space between daylight and shadow. Textures breathe. Curls, coils, braid, and weaves take on sculptural shapes, illuminated by sunlit geometry. This collection is a study of warmth, identity, and the artist found in the seconds just after the sun. Hair: Eunji Kim @eunjikimhair Photographer L

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To celebrate Mother’s Day, C & C Blonde Specialist treated mothers and clients to complimentary champagne and cupcakes during their appointments. The special touch created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making the day even more memorable for everyone who visited the salon.

Nothing like a treatment by Bernadine Bennie to show off these silky pink shades. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Hair: Bernadine Bennie Salon: The Muse Follow Bernadine on Instagram @berni_at_themuse 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.

Embarking on a career at sea is the adventure of a lifetime, but what happens after you complete your nine-month contract on board ship? Here are some career options that are available to you. We take a look at the life skills and career skills that are gained when working on board a cruise ship, and how this enhances your CV and prospects for the future, and how the experience can supercharge your career as a professional. What are the biggest benefits of doing a cruise sh

By Jim Shaw This years red carpet at the 2026 Met Gala blurred the line between tailoring, beauty and self-expression, with hair becoming the focus. From Sombr’s rockstar texture to Damson Idris’s razor-sharp cornrows, the night showcased just how diverse modern mens grooming has become. Patrick Schwarzenegger leaned into sleek Hollywood polish with a more sculpted, classic approach and Hudson Williams delivered one of the boldest beauty moments of the evening with his volumi

What happens when you step outside the lines, push beyond the familiar and embrace the unknown? This collection is a celebration of breaking free - of stepping out of the box and into a world of boundless creativity. Inspired by the beauty found in fashion, nature, architecture, and patterns, each look reimagines these elements in vivid, mesmerising hair colour. Shapes, textures, and hues collide in ways that just work—just like the magic that happens when you trust your visi

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Written by Megan Griffiths ZEP and LEP Permit extensions For many establishments in the hairdressing, cosmetology, beauty, and skincare industry, the stability of ZEP and LEP holding staff is now secured until 28 May 2027. This reprieve has direct implications for staffing, skills retention, and compliance, as these establishments often rely on experienced foreign nationals who have built careers in South Africa over many years. Both the Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP) and

Erin at Collab Hair shows shine, softness, and the most beautiful blonde finish. Authority in blonde for a reason. Click the image below to view the Instagram post. Stylist: Erin Salon: Collab Hair, Bedfordview Follow Erin on Instagram @erin_collabhair @collab.hair 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.