In July 2026, The Hair Academy of South Africa Alberton (THASA) challenged its students to step outside the familiar and enter the world of Avant-Garde hair artistry. But this competition was never simply about creating a winning look. It was about opening a door — to creativity, confidence and seeing hair in a completely different way. As educators, we have a responsibility to prepare students for more than simply working behind a salon chair. The hair industry continues to

The first Qiqi Create took place in June at mhb studios in Johannesburg and Cape Town, bringing Qiqi Pros together for a special education session designed with creativity in mind. The concept for the session arose from the very nature of Qiqi Controller: What would you get if you could have any haircut you wanted? A wolf cut might never have been considered because of the client’s hair texture. Our stylists used Qiqi to create. They used Qiqi to change the texture. A f

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

Mark in your calendar for this year's International Congress featuring Jo Banks. Intercoiffure presents International guest artist Jo Banks. Save the Dates 27 September - Sunday Congress: 10h00 - 16h00 28 September - Monday Hands On: Look and Learn Venues to be announced in Johannesburg. More info to follow soon!

Hairitage: Hair as Art is more than just a hair show, it’s an immersive celebration of hair, culture, creativity and identity. From photography displayed on the walls to bold hairstyles brought to life on the runway, we’re creating a space where hair becomes art and stories become visual experiences. Expect runway looks, a live hair experience, photography, poetry, comedy, music and so much more. Come witness hair differently. Come experience Hairvolution. #HairvolutionExhibi

Cape Town delivered one of those special winter mornings with crisp air, blue skies and warm sunshine on 13 July as guests arrived at Nitida Wine Farm in Durbanville for the Keune Winter Wonderland Launch Brunch. Salon owners and stylists from across the city arrived wearing shades of white, nude and denim, embracing the Winter Wonderland theme. Candice, Megan and Roeshka. Left: Debra and Jade, Fabiano. Centre: Dawn, Revive Haircare; Charmaine, Salon Sanz. Right: Nicola, Ag

Master the Art of Creating the Looks Clients Can’t Stop Talking About Every exceptional colour service deserves an exceptional finish. On 24 August in Johannesburg, award-winning Goldwell Ambassador and Goldwell Global Creative Awards Gold Winner Bernadine Bennie invites stylists to experience The Finish Line – an inspiring look-and-learn seminar dedicated to transforming beautiful colour into unforgettable, trend-driven finished looks. Today’s clients expect more than great

Interactive learning set the tone for the first-ever Keune Style Seminar in KZN. More than 30 salon professionals came together to explore the Keune Style range and sharpen their skills. The day was brought to life with blended education that included game-based demonstrations, practical experience and a Look & Learn session. Stylists got involved every step of the way, building confidence in the products, techniques and creative thinking, to help them transform everyday salo

The East Side Barbers team recently had the privilege of visiting St Dunstan's College in Benoni after being named Best Barber in the school's Student Choice Awards 2026. Following the announcement of the award, the entire East Side Barbers team was warmly welcomed onto the St Dunstan's campus, where they had the opportunity to meet many of the students who voted for them throughout the year. The visit was a special moment for both the team and the school community, highlight

Mercury Professional Hair recently celebrated the launch of its beautiful new salon space alongside the official introduction of Mercury Man — our new luxury grooming concept designed specifically for men. What started as a passion for helping people feel confident and beautiful has grown into a space that celebrates creativity, connection, self-expression, and modern luxury within the hair industry. The launch was a celebration not only of a new chapter for the brand, but al