From hair salons and spas to nail bars and standout brands, it’s where customers discover what’s worth their time and money. As part of the Hairnews family, salons and beauty businesses can be featured on The Radar completely FREE – giving them visibility, credibility, and a direct line to new clients. Any stylists, salons, spas, nail techs, or beauty therapists wanting to be featured on The Radar, can simply email brad@hairnews.co.za and we'll get you listed asap! Stay o

This bright blonde from Karin at Hairline Stoneridge, isn’t just a colour — it’s a whole mood. 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 countdown has officially begun to March 2026. GLOW UP 2026 , the most anticipated professional hair event of the year, is already creating major buzz across the industry, and it hasn’t even arrived yet! Following an immediate sell-out of Launch Tickets, Phase One tickets are now almost sold out, confirming one thing loud and clear: GLOW UP 2026 is the event that every salon, stylist and industry professional wants to be part of. Set to take place on 22nd March 2026, G

Are you a salon or stylist doing amazing things? Whether you've hosted a fabulous event, launched a new collection, celebrated a milestone, or just want to show off your salon's stunning space — Hairnews wants to hear from you! As South Africa’s dedicated media platform for the hairdressing industry, we’re here to shine a spotlight on YOU. We’re looking for: ✨ Photo shoots and style collections 🎉 Birthday celebrations and salon milestones 🎓 Education sessions, seminars,

Platinum perfection from Jen at Haircraft by Jen. Click the image below to view the Instagram post. Stylist: Jen Salon: Haircraft by Jen, Terenzo Suites Follow Jen on Instagram @ haircraft_by_jen 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.

Wella Company, exclusively represented by mhb in South Africa, considers ongoing education as a fundamental pillar of both personal and professional growth and its key point of difference in the hair industry. L earning fuels creativity, sharpens expertise and drives long-term success. Education keeps stylists inspired, relevant and competitive, while supporting sustainable, profitable salon businesses. This philosophy is brought to life through Wella R.I.S.E., a global ed

Why is mental wellness a particular concern in the hairdressing and beauty industry? Working in hair and beauty presents unique challenges that can impact your mental wellbeing. As a stylist, beautician, or therapist, you often serve as an informal confidant to clients, absorbing their stories and emotions whilst maintaining a positive demeanour - what we call emotional labour. The physical demands are considerable too, with long hours on your feet and repetitive movements. A

“Inspired by the Japanese art of KINTSUGI, my collection explores the idea that in a world where we are in pursuit of perfection, we often overlook just how beautiful the imperfect can be. There has to be cracks in most things, otherwise how do we let the light in.” David Corbett Hair: David Corbett at David Corbett Hairdressing, Glasgow Make-up: Roseanna Velin Styling: Magdalena Jacobs Photographer: Richard Miles

LESSOAN Launches in South Africa The future of hair smoothing is here. LESSOAN Brazilian Treatments have arrived to transform salon services with a system that combines exceptional longevity, faster application times, and innovative violet pigment technology to neutralise unwanted yellow tones during the process. South African salons can now offer clients flawless, tone-perfect results with a treatment that is as efficient as it is effective. Smooth. Brilliant. Revoluti

A style that fuses precision and softness, where geometric cutting is balanced with an ethereal, powdery color. The proposal is inspired by the concept of “Structured Delicacy,” in which pure cutting lines are combined with soft, diffused highlights, creating a light effect that enhances femininity, elegance, and the hair’s natural movement. The chosen color, a pearly pink, conveys calm, modernity, and creative strength. Its neutral undertone is versatile and adapts to both w