Entries will be open on the 7th August and now is the time to start preparing. Below are the categories, with their requirements and rules to enter. PLEASE READ THE CATEGORY BRIEF AND RULES CAREFULLY Best Signature Look - Ladies This is a judged category where you can enter your own work. In this category, we are looking for a trendy, wearable “Signature Look” for the Ladies: a professionally finished, tailored cut and colour designed specifically to suit your model’s face

The range offers a simple, evolved and contemporary approach to male grooming. The products are based on traditional formulas – the ‘must have’ classics that have been updated for today’s modern man. Available is South Africa from Take Note Trading, Depot is a fabulous range created for professional, contemporary men that want products which perform in a sophisticated way using advanced technology. The brand includes stunning, Italian-made professional products that are speci

A fresh cut can completely transform a look, and this clean, textured style from Nicolene Bruwer-Els at Skinphd Olympus does exactly that. Stylist: Nicolene Bruwer-Els Salon: Skinphd Olympus Follow Nicolene on Facebook @bnicolene @skinphd_sa 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 Radiant Spring Summer Campaign 2026 As sunlight spills across the season and days stretch longer and brighter, Kao Professional Hair introduces its Spring/Summer 2026 campaign: Summer in Bloom — a sensorial celebration of radiant beauty, carefree moments, and effortless care under the golden glow of summer. Inspired by the feeling of a season coming alive, Summer in Bloom captures the magic of sun-drenched days, horizons waiting to be explored, and memories made in warm l

The idea was to let Coloraqua speak for itself, showing how the colour catches the light and moves with the hair, creating a sense of gentle flow, highlighting the subtle movement, depth, and light in the hair. Hair – Tracey Ann Smith and assisted by Marlene Lamont Photography – Jack Eames Fashion Styling - Magdalena Jacobs Make up – Roseanna Veilin Products used- Coloraqua

Sales Representative | Cape Town | Johannesburg Aiktuv Beauty is expanding. We're seeking an ambitious Sales Representative to represent our portfolio of professional salon brands. Working with Mycro Keratin, Moyoko Professional and SEAIER Haircare, you'll partner with salon professionals, grow customer relationships and help drive the continued success of our brands. Apply by sending your CV to: ops@mycro-keratin.com

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It's Here! Your monthly recap of all the exciting news that happened in July 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 compl

Blended roots will create a non regrowth effect, allowing for long maintenance color, which suits our busy lifestyles from Lorraine Roseler at Split Hair & Beauty. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Stylist: Lorraine Roseler Salon: Split Hair and Beauty Follow Lorraine on Instagram @lorraineroseler @split_hair_beauty 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 th

After taking a year’s break, the Hairnews Industry Awards are returning in 2026 – refreshed, redesigned and more focused than ever. Entirely online and free to enter, the Awards aim to recognize creativity and excellence throughout our awesome industry. Entries will open on the 7th August 2026. For this year’s Awards, we have refined and streamlined the categories to make the entry process more accessible, while creating an Awards platform that feels even more closely c