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In the face of economic downturns, small businesses often find themselves vulnerable to various challenges, ranging from reduced consumer spending to supply chain disruptions. However, with strategic planning and adaptability, small businesses can not only survive but also thrive during tough economic times. Here are 7 actionable strategies for small businesses to enhance their resilience and adjust their products and services to navigate economic decline effectively. 1. Diversification of Products and Services: One of the most effective ways for small businesses to weather economic decline is to diversify their product and service offerings. By expanding their range, businesses can cater to a broader customer base and reduce dependence on a specific market segment. For example, a beauty salon may consider offering retail product like scented candles or diffuser oils which are used in their treatment rooms. 2. Embrace Technology and E-commerce: In today's digital age, leveraging technology is crucial for small businesses. Establishing an online presence through e-commerce platforms allows businesses to reach a wider audience and tap into new markets. Offering online sales, delivery services, and digital marketing can help mitigate the impact of reduced foot traffic during economic downturns. 3. Focus on Core Competencies: While diversification is important, small businesses should also prioritise their core competencies. Understanding what sets them apart from competitors and capitalising on these strengths can lead to a sustainable competitive advantage. Businesses should assess their unique selling propositions and concentrate on delivering exceptional value in those areas. 4. Build Strong Customer Relationships: Maintaining strong relationships with existing customers is vital during economic decline. Offering loyalty programs, personalised services, and excellent customer support can foster customer loyalty. Satisfied customers are more likely to continue supporting a business, even in challenging economic conditions, and they may also refer others. 5. Flexible Pricing Strategies: During economic downturns, consumers tend to be more price conscious. Small businesses should consider adopting flexible pricing strategies, such as discounts, bundled packages, or loyalty rewards, to attract and retain customers. Offering value for money can be a key differentiator in a competitive market. 6. Efficient Cost Management: Efficient cost management is critical for small businesses facing economic challenges. Regularly review and streamline operational costs, negotiate with suppliers for better rates, and explore opportunities for automation to improve efficiency. This disciplined approach to cost control can contribute to long-term sustainability. 7. Stay Informed and Adaptive: Remaining informed about economic trends, industry developments, and consumer behaviours is crucial for small businesses. Regularly assess the market landscape and be prepared to pivot strategies based on changing circumstances. Businesses that are adaptive and quick to respond to market shifts are better positioned to thrive in a changing economic environment. While economic decline presents challenges for small businesses, it also provides an opportunity for growth and innovation. By implementing these strategies, businesses can enhance their resilience, adapt to changing conditions, and not only survive but thrive during challenging economic times. By diversifying offerings, embracing technology, building strong customer relationships, and staying agile, small businesses can position themselves for long-term success. For any further information or enquiries please contact the EOHCB representative in your area by clicking HERE. EOHCB Contact Details Web: www.eohcb.co.za | YouTube: www.youtube.com/@eohcbsa7855 Facebook: www.facebook.com/eohcb | Twitter: twitter.com/eohcbsa Instagram: www.instagram.com/eohcbsa

Unveiling Creativity & Excellence With Over 2000 Professionals from Around the World at Industry Flagship Event In Chicago Kao Salon Division proudly presented the eagerly awaited 2023 Kao Salon Global Experience, celebrating a sensational burst of creativity, innovation and inspiration. This two-day extravaganza welcomed more than 2000 stylists from around the globe for an unforgettable showcase of extraordinary presentations, a thrilling live competition and engaging artist performances in the vibrant city of Chicago on September 24 and 25, 2023. Attendees enjoyed a mesmerizing display of the latest trends, techniques, and products that have become synonymous with the Kao Salon family. "At Kao Salon, creativity isn't just a buzzword – it's our DNA," says Dominic Pratt, President, Kao Salon Division. "Our commitment to innovation, imagination and integrity drives us every day, and Kao Salon Global Experience is the epitome of this ethos. We use this time to celebrate not only our exceptional products but, more importantly, the remarkable individuals who make up our Kao Salon family." More than just an event, Kao Salon Global Experience serves as a celebration of creativity, a testament to innovation, and a gathering of like-minded individuals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of the beauty and hair industry. It was also the 75th anniversary celebration of Kao Salon’s stylist-centric brand Goldwell, marking the culmination of decades of industry-breaking innovation, leading-edge technology, relentless research and development and deep relationships between Goldwell and its stylists. Some of the many highlights of the event include the Global Creative Awards evening with the announcement of the new winners, the premiere of the new “Hair Every Wear 3.0” collection of Global Goldwell Ambassador Angelo Seminara, as well as the “Eras of Anarchy” collection of the Rush Artistic Team, which is inspired by and paying homage to the exemplars of British fashion. “We want to take the audience on an eclectic journey, a visual feast that inspires in an inimitable Rush style”, says Any Heasman, Rush International Artistic Director. Angelo Seminara shares his excitement for the event: “Kao Salon Global Experience is such a unique event. I loved sharing my vision and passion with like-minded professionals and it is amazing to see the special connection between the artists that work in this industry. The Global Creative Awards Evening is the greatest evening event of its kind worldwide!” Also Mario Krankl's show was a hymn to creativity. The collection video "Frankenstein's Beauties" takes up a theme that is more relevant than ever in a sombre mood. In his "hair smith", Krankl expressed his extended understanding of hair: “Besides the salon business, hair is my playground and an expression of infinite creativity”, says Krankl. BEST OF EDUCATION Throughout the event, the world's most creative artistic teams took the stage to share cutting-edge trends and techniques, featuring the remarkable products of the Kao Salon Division. The best educators and artists were among them live on stage: Lok Chan & Salome de Wet as well as Zachary Jarid & Ethan King, Daniel Bruns & Sage Kinney, and for Kerasilk Steven Picciano & Krysten Ashley Garrod. BEST OF INSPIRATION Five inspiring Artist Sessions gave guests from all over the world the opportunity to experience excellent mastery of their craftsmanship: ● ICI JOLIE (Netherlands) is a group of passionate hair stylists who specialize in innovative colour and cutting techniques. Known for their teamwork, creativity, quality and professionalism, ICI JOLIE has long been a part of the Kao Salon family. Besides working regularly for photo shoots and collections, Agnes and Gea have a Boutique salon in the Netherlands with education programs. ● EVOLVE (Singapore) is an award-winning salon based in Singapore, well-known in the fashion and hairdressing industries. Frequently featured on TV and in magazines and fashion shows, Evolve sets an industry benchmark for the skill, knowledge and professionalism of its creative team and stylists. From stylish haircuts to beautiful colour treatments, Evolve provides memorable and distinctive experiences for consumers, allowing them to look and feel their best. ● HARE & BONE (United Kingdom) was founded on individuality, self-expression, openness and creativity. The collective of talents is a line-up of inspiring stylists that showcase the HARE & BONE ethos in everything they do. Creative Director, Sam Burnett has inspired international campaigns and global brands and as a result the HARE & BONE Art Team is an instinctive fashion-focused and trend conscious team of experts. ● THE CREATIVES OF NORTH AMERICA (United States) feature a fusion of established National and International Artists from Canada and the United States. This team features award winning stylists that work across Goldwell, Kerasilk, KMS and Varis. They share trends featuring beautiful colour, fabulous cuts and stunning finishes that every salon client wants when they visit a salon. ● KIEN HOANG (United States) continues to work behind-the-scenes at Fashion Week internationally, styling the runways of brands including Balenciaga, Armani, Moschino, and FENTYXPUMA. Over the past several years, Kien has established himself as an in-demand lead stylist at New York and Paris Fashion Week. Kien shares his passion for education with stylists around the world. He is known as much for his artistry and technical skill as he is for his passion, warmth and generosity. His creative approach to hairstyling inspires stylists to go above and beyond their daily salon work. GLOBAL CREATIVE AWARDS EVENING The Global Creative Awards evening started with an amazing show and impressive presentations. Stylists and Salon Owners from all over the world were excited to discover the newest collections from Angelo Seminara, Mario Krankl and RUSH. The announcement of the Global Creative Awards winners in the Technical and Editorial Categories was one of the most outstanding moments of the evening. And the winners are: Technical Categories: ● New Talent Colourist of the Year: ○ GOLD: Samantha Dixon, Canada ○ SILVER: Winnie Wong, Singapore ○ BRONZE: Frank Wong, Hong Kong ● Creative Colourist of the Year: ○ GOLD: Cheng Jian Yang, China ○ SILVER: Alo Lo, Hong Kong ○ BRONZE: Tina Casciato, Canada ● Creative Hair Cutter of the Year: ○ GOLD: Desiré van den Ende, Benelux ○ SILVER: Sabrina Grossenbacher, Switzerland ○ BRONZE: Marilyn Vendittelli, Canada Editorial Categories: ● Men’s Hairstylist of the Year: ○ GOLD: Marilyn Vendittelli, Canada ○ SILVER: Christian Ríos, Spain ○ BRONZE: Laurens van Essen, Netherlands ● Avant Garde Stylist of the Year: ○ GOLD: Amanda Magistro, Australia ○ SILVER: Zoe O’Day, United States ○ BRONZE: Tom Yek Teng siong, Malaysia ● Salon Team of the Year: ○ GOLD: Industry Hair & Esthetics, Canada ○ SILVER: Salon Cyan, Canada ○ BRONZE: Renaissance Salon & Estetica, Canada ● Editorial Colourist of the Year: ○ GOLD: Stevan Dulay, United Kingdom ○ SILVER: Caroline Brand, United Kingdom ○ BRONZE: Stacey Smoker, United States LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY RECOGNITION Sustainability played an important role at the event with an experience area including innovative and sustainable packaging ideas, tips to reduce the carbon footprint and an interactive quiz. The highlight was the recognition of salons from three regions for their leadership in salon sustainability: Representing Europe, the recognition for “Leader in Salon Sustainability” goes to: Unisex Friseure Representing America, the recognition for “Leader in Salon Sustainability” goes to: Fringe, A Boutique Salon Representing Asia, the recognition for “Leader in Salon Sustainability” goes to: Roots – Where Hair Begins REIMAGINING THE FUTURE OF KAO SALON GLOBAL EXPERIENCE After its first regional gathering for community and inspiration twenty years ago in Europe, the event evolved over the next two decades from Trend Zoom into Colour Zoom, then Global Zoom, and into Kao Salon Global Experience it is today: A clear demonstration of commitment to supporting the professional community at all levels – from younger talents to seasoned professionals. The hairdressing industry has never been sitting still, but the scale with which this industry has changed in the past few years has been unprecedented. To reflect this change and to make this unique educational opportunity available to even more stylists, it is time for the next evolution of the event. Kao Salon Division will pause the live event in 2024 to reimagine the experience with the full creative input of their professional community and will relaunch in 2025 with a live program designed for a new generation of salon professionals - transforming into a new, modern, and sustainable experience. “Kao Salon Global Experience is one of the most important ways we demonstrate our commitment to supporting the professional community,” says Dominic Pratt, President, Kao Salon Division. “For this reason, we are taking a year to transform the event and make it available to all existing and potential Kao Salon Division customers in a meaningful way, elevating the hairdressing industry and salon businesses worldwide. We are here to support, educate and inspire as one global Kao Salon Division family!” • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • As a Special Presentation at The Chicago Gala Event, Angelo Seminara’s HAIR EVERY WEAR 3.0 debuted with “OPEN YOUR EYES” - the third inspiring film from the Goldwell Global Ambassador and a dazzling window into the creative process. Goldwell Global Ambassador Angelo Seminara launched his film and hair collection HAIR EVERY WEAR 3.0, the third stunning film in a series of inspirational art films for Goldwell, at the Kao Salon Global Experience in Chicago on September 24, 2023. The film showcases the nature of Angelo’s ideologies collected throughout the time and is a great inspiration to stylists all over the world, now available to experience on Goldwell’s You Tube Channel. “By being curious, researching and collecting, my inspiration often comes from the fruit of my own imagination”, says Angelo Seminara. A continuation of emotion, places, styles and history, HAIR EVERY WEAR 3.0 builds on diversity, combining art, architecture, fashion, philosophy, and beauty. A behind-the-scenes look at the film’s concept and creation can also be viewed there. “As a stylist, you have that little antenna and that curiosity that is always there,” says Seminara. The eyes let in the fuel for creativity, according to Seminara, so the film takes the viewer through the eye of his camera lens into four surreal environments from which dramatic looks from Angelo’s trend-setting collection take inspiration and form. The astonishing film combines pure artistry with imagination and instruction. “With Goldwell colour, there’s nothing I can’t do to hair,” says Seminara, and the four groundbreaking looks the film showcases show how true that is: “Colour Pops” Welcome to the enchanting "Colour Pops" world, where water flows within the industrial structure of a catwalk in a celebration of harmonious duality. Vibrant bursts of colour are pulled through smooth, polished hair like water droplets clinging to the strands. Here, fluidity meets structure, and vibrant and refined hues mingle. “Texture Deluxe” Next, you’ll journey into the untamed "Texture Deluxe” realm, where high-precision technique and edgy colour evoke the rugged beauty of the surrounding desert with a punk sensibility. Seminara creates an illusion of wild arid ruggedness with bold colour, extreme texture, and gravity-defying lift. “Glamullet” Step through the lens into a world of timeless elegance and edgy innovation with "Glamullet," where Seminara’s two models showcase the evolution of a trend. With luminous classic colour and shape, he uplevels familiar multilayer styles into pure Hollywood glamour. “Androgenius” Finally, we experience the ultimate individuality of "Androgenius," celebrating the liberated spirit of a new generation of partygoers. Hair transcends its conventional boundaries to become an ornate accessory featuring an elaborate new spin on the terry cloth technique. Here, self-expression reigns supreme. The original HAIR EVERY-WEAR and HAIR EVERY-WEAR 2.0 films are also available on Goldwell’s You Tube Channel. HAIR EVERY-WEAR 3.0 can be viewed there after September 24, 2023. HAIR CONCEPT AND CREATION: Angelo Seminara HAIR COLOUR: Angelo Seminara Colour Team using Elumen by Goldwell MAKE-UP: Daniel Kolaric These are the Goldwell colour formulas for all of Seminara’s looks from the film: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • THE 2024 GLOBAL CREATIVE AWARDS ARE STILL ON! The Global Creative Awards will continue in 2024 and Kao Salon Division will not miss to offer this creative platform and a great exposure for existing and emerging talents. The competition will be fierce and fully virtual in 2024, with more competitors, more global representation, and more creativity than ever. For media inquiries, event details, and registration, please email Anke.Sander-Duncan@kao.com or visit www.kaosalondivision.com. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • About Kao Salon Division Kao Salon Division is part of the Skin Care and Hair Care Business of Kao Corporation, offering professional products and services to stylists around the globe. It is a thought and trend leader in the hair care industry as well as home to the Goldwell, KERASILK, KMS, Oribe and Varis brands. The mission of Kao Salon Division is to make life beautiful for salons, stylists and their clients through partnership, commitment to sustainable practices, salon business growth and a portfolio of advanced services, innovative products and inspiring education. Kao Corporation creates high-value-added products that enrich the lives of consumers around the world. With the annual Global Creative Awards, a unique chance for hundreds of stylists to show their full creativity live without any limitations, Kao Salon Division translates the latest trends in hair and fashion to inspire stylists around the world. Please visit the Kao Salon Division and Kao Group websites for more information: www.kaosalondivision.com, www.kao.com.

Purple passion 💜 Root touch up for Ezilda's purple princess client. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Process Scalp bleach done using Wella Blondorplex. Global Elumen VV@all application on silverised hair. Stylist: Ezilda Lerm Products: Wella Professionals, Goldwell Salon: Alchemy Hair Studio, Somerset West, Cape Town Follow Ezilda on Instagram @ezilda.hairstylist @alchemy_hs 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.

Institute Aesthetic has numerous positions available for those looking to start in Cape Town. • Hairstylists • Basin Operators • Beauty Therapists We are looking for Qualified Hair stylists who can do Micro Keratin and other smoothing treatments. Hair extensions like Easy Hair Pro or other Systems. We are also looking for experienced Basin Operators, Beauty Therapists and Therapists who specialise in eyelash extensions. We are a well-established salon, and have served our loyal customers for more then 25 years. Institute Aesthetic is located in Somerset West, Western Cape. 15 Stellendal Road, Audas, Somerset West, 7130. Somerset West is very central so we have clients from, Paarl, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Hermanus and Cape Town, who make use of our ample and secure parking. Our premises is designed specifically for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, Body Treatments and Nails, with plenty of space and natural light to allow creativity. Fully stocked colour-bar with all our colour on display for easy visibility and mixing. We have Generators, solar panels, inverters and backup batteries to combat load-shedding. Be part of this incredible team, and get in touch with us today to apply! Website:  iaesthetic.co.za Instagram: Institute Aesthetic Email: dk@iaesthetic.co.za Reception: Elushia 021 851 4789

Framar: Revolutionizing the Beauty Industry with Innovation and Excellence In an exciting development, Slick Salon Solutions proudly announces its partnership with Framar as a distributor in South Africa. Framar, a leading name in the beauty industry, is consistently redefining standards and elevating beauty experiences through its groundbreaking products. With a vision to revolutionize beauty approaches, Framar has cemented its position as a trusted brand celebrated for its top-tier tools and accessories. Slick Salon Solutions - Your Salon’s Trusted Supplier of Framar Tools & Accessories Since its inception, Framar has been committed to pushing boundaries and establishing new benchmarks in the beauty industry. With a focus on innovation, the company allocates significant resources to research and development, ensuring the introduction of cutting-edge solutions to the market. At the heart of Framar's mission lies a simple yet powerful objective: to empower beauty professionals and enthusiasts alike with the tools necessary to achieve breathtaking results. This ethos underscores the company's belief that innovation is the cornerstone of transformation within the beauty industry. Framar's commitment to quality permeates every facet of its product development process. Each product is meticulously crafted with precision and care to ensure unparalleled performance and durability, earning Framar the trust and loyalty of customers worldwide. Now that Framar Commitment is a Part of the South African Salon Supply Chain Recognizing that exceptional experiences go beyond mere product offerings, Framar places customers at the forefront of its operations. With an understanding of the paramount importance of customer satisfaction, Framar is deeply committed to providing unparalleled support and service. As Framar continues to expand its product portfolio, the company remains steadfastly committed to its core values of quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. With an unrelenting dedication to excellence, Framar is poised to shape the future of the beauty industry, inspiring professionals and enthusiasts worldwide to reach new heights of creativity and success. For more information about the Framar range of products contact Slick Salon Solutions. Slick Salon Solutions on 0861 1 SLICK Tel: 011 794 5286 Web: www.slicksalons.co.za Facebook: @slicksalons Instagram: @slick_salon_solutions @official_framar_sa Slick Salon Solutions - Proud Distributors of Eleven Australia, Demeral, Mycro Keratin, Moyoko, Matrix, Motherkind, Veaudry and Framar.

80% of Hair and Beauty salons are 1-3 people businesses and, investing in expensive information technology is not always an option. Now available from My Salon Software; the software that works like an app. Contact us today, get connected tomorrow. Email: info@mysalonsoftware.co.za Terry Miles - 083 650 0952 - terry@mysalonsoftware.co.za Sune Bothma - 083 484 2960 - sune@mysalonsoftware.co.za Web: mysalonsoftware.co.za GET THE POWER!

Indulge in the allure of chocolate-hued hair dreams, where strands cascade in a luscious symphony of deep, velvety tones. Click the image below to view the Instagram post. Stylist: Raeesa Dawood Products: Schwarzkopf Professional, ghd Salon: Raeesa International Follow Raeesa on Facebook @RaeesaInternationalHair 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.

Perfect colour services and perfect performance for every salon colour appointment. Following on from the Colour Specific focus article (CLICK HERE), below is recap of the products, along with a few simple easy to follow step-by-step guides on how to use products from this incredible range. 8 TARGETED PRODUCTS from milk_shake® research to complement the colouring service, guaranteeing the best and most lasting results. • PRO COLOR EQUALIZER - pre-colour equalizer • ACID COLOUR SEALER - post-colour acid sealer • POWERFUL PROTECTOR - pre-colour protective fluid • SAFE LIGHTENER COMPLEX - additive for hair lightening treatments • COLOUR SPLIT - barrier-effect additive for hair colouring • INSTANT REMOVER - hair colour remover for skin • COLOUR SEALING SHAMPOO - post-colour shampoo • COLOUR SEALING CONDITIONER - after-colour conditioner PRO COLOR EQUALIZER - pre-colour equalizer Directions: mist over hair, particularly over the dry and damaged areas of hair, prior to the colour service. POWERFUL PROTECTOR - pre-colour protective fluid Directions: apply to the hairline evenly before each salon technical service, then apply the chosen milk_shake® technical service as required. ACID COLOUR SEALER - post-colour acid sealer Directions: apply after thoroughly rinsing the colour from the hair, apply evenly over the hair, avoiding the scalp. Leave on for 3 minutes and, without rinsing, follow on with colour sealing shampoo. COLOUR SEALING SHAMPOO - post-colour shampoo Directions: apply after acid colour sealer, lather and rinse. Repeat if necessary. Follow on with colour sealing conditioner. COLOUR SEALING CONDITIONER - after-colour conditioner Directions: apply after rinsing out the colour sealing shampoo, massage through lengths and ends, then rinse. Follow with styling. A full salon colour service your clients will adore Contact your milk_shake® rep today to bring in Colour Specifics and elevate your colour service! Contact milk_shake® on: Email: marku@z-one.co.za or georg@z-one.co.za www.z-oneconcept.com/en  | Facebook  | Twitter  | Instagram

5 spaces available to rent for independent hairdressers, barbers and tattoo artist in the busy Brooklyn Mall area, Pretoria. Centrally located to Brooklyn, Groenkloof, Waterkloof, Menlo Park, Lucasrand, and New Muckleneuk. Space of 142m - enough room for growth for someone who wants to develop their business and clients. Monthly Rate – R3500.00. Daily Rate Option – R300.00. Hours - 9am – 5pm. Secure parking for your clients. Walk-ins to be shared. Please WA Cameron on 081 792 6063 for more information.

A new brand which takes the ingredients and ethos behind clean beauty and applies it to nourishing haircare. ORI Lab is the result of decades of exploration in organic botanicals, vegan ingredients and sustainable practises, created with love by NAK Hair – one of the leading salon vegan haircare brands. The focused collection of core products is organic haircare at its purest; kind to skin, kind to hair and kind to the environment. New brand ORI Lab blends organic haircare with clean beauty science, made with love by NAK Hair ORI Lab brings beloved and proven ingredients from the world of skincare to its thoughtfully crafted haircare collection. Clean beauty is a global movement and today’s consumers are making considered choices about the products they use on their skin and hair. The ORI Lab collection is made from tailored organics farmed, harvested and processed without exposure to any unwanted substances, giving the purest effects by nature. Every product in the ORI Lab collection starts from its Clean Beauty Base, a blend of ingredients comprising Niacinimide (a form of vitamin B 3) which fortifies the skin and hair balance to promote overall wellbeing, Hyaluronic Acid plumps, conditions and moisturises the hair and skin, Aloe infuses the hair and skin with a protective veil of vitamins, minerals and amino acids and Marshmallow gently soothes and protects the hair and skin. Together these clean ingredients set the tone for absolute hair hydration and each product is elevated with Beauty Boosters – a unique blend of thoughtfully tailored ingredients to nourish and nurture the diverse variety of hair types. These organic ingredients are much kinder to the environment than non-organic alternatives, and this is just one of many sustainable choices ORI Lab makes to give more than it takes from our beautiful planet. Each ORI Lab bottle is mindfully made from 100% rescued plastic, giving land waste a new life housing its organic formulas, and its brochures and promotional items are printed on recycled board with soy based inks. The brand is committed to sustainable practices across every area of the business, such as reducing its supply chain emissions by working with a local network. Alongside its clean organic ingredients and sustainable ethos, ORI Lab celebrates the rituals of great haircare. Self-care may feel like an overused phrase but right now it’s important to find rituals to cope with the stressors of everyday life. ORI Lab is a haircare brand your clients can spend time with, building little moments of calm into their day. It’s an opportunity to take a breath and nourish hair with a clean beauty regime that rivals your clients’ skincare, knowing that the brand they’re using has put thought, ethics and love into every element of its collection. The ORI Lab Range Has Four Core Collections: Cleanse and Condition ORI Lab has five different Cleanse and Condition sets in the collection: Restore, Plump, Curl, Blonde and Calm, each built from the Clean Beauty Base and infused with individual Beauty Boosters. Restore Cleanse & Condition features snowflower, camelia oil and oat extract to delicately restore colour-treated and fragile hair. Curl Cleanse & Condition has a silicone-free formula with flannel flower, rice protein and wild rosella to saturate the hair strands and enhance the shape and movement of natural curls. And Blonde Cleanse & Condition’s brightening formula has the Beauty Booster of camellia oil, quinoa protein and blue cypress. ORI Lab encourages a double cleanse ritual with three to five minutes of conditioning, allowing the product to fully absorb into the hair and scalp. Daily Essentials ORI Lab Daily Essentials are hair-enhancing products for everyday and feature the Ends Remedy, a superior leave-in moisturiser which smooths, detangles and hydrates the hair strands, as well as protecting it from heat and UV. Its Beauty Booster includes Avocado Oil for optimum nourishment and hydration. The second Daily Essential is ORI Lab’s Moisture Foam, infused with Beauty Boosters of cucumber, snowflower and finger lime to reinvigorate hair strands to awaken curls and waves. Both products can be used in wet or dry hair. Treatments ORI Lab Treatments are three products offering the ultimate self-care rituals for all hair types. The Restore Treatment is designed to hydrate and detangle all hair types, worked through hair after washing and rinsed after a few minutes to allow Beauty Boosters to soak into each strand. The Rescue Masque is infused with cocoa butter, oat extract, sunflower and marula oil to intensely nourish damaged hair and the Overnight Dew Serum nourishes and restores while you sleep with a lightweight but luxurious hydrating formula. Style and Finish The final ritual in exceptional haircare, ORI Lab’s Style and Finish products comprise the Curl Crème, Finishing Crème and Gloss Serum to enhance a range of hair types pre-styling and / or blow drying. ORI Lab is made with love in Australia by NAK Hair, the leading salon vegan haircare brand with a down-to-earth culture, creating beautiful and thoughtful haircare for everyone. Queensland-based NAK Hair has always embodied the principles of clean beauty with its plant-based ingredients, company practises and brand ethics and ORI Lab sees the company enter the world of clean beauty and certified organics. ORI Lab is available from a select group of NAK Hair salon stockists. For more information about ORI Lab contact: Tel: 021 137 2053 Email: info@saloneco.co.za Website: nakhair.com.au/collections/ori-lab Instagram: @ori_lab_sa

With this collection I wanted to create something that displays, splits or reflects light and depth into different colours and multifaceted tones that connect seamlessly into one another. Each character has a different prism that reflects tone through colour merging, blending and sectioning to create a phenomenon of light refraction. Hair – Suzie McGill, Artistic Director at Rainbow Room International MUA – Jak Morgan Styling – Clare Frith Photographer – Michael Young

NEW NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE WITH EFFECT FROM 1 MARCH 2024 The Minister of Employment and Labour has by Notice (No. R 433) in the Government Gazette (No. 50073 dated 2 February 2024) amended the National Minimum Wage from R25.42 per hour to R27.58 per hour, with effect from 1 March 2024. The amounts applicable to Learners have also been amended. GG 50073 NMW.pdf (hcsbc.co.za) Revised Annexure H wage schedules will be posted on the Council’s website next week. COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT: REGISTRATION OF AN ESTABLISHMENT AND REGISTRATION OF EMPLOYEES The registration of Employers and Employees who fall within the scope and application of the Main Collective Agreement is compulsory. It has been brought to the attention of the Council that in some cases Employees who are employed subject to a probation period are not being registered. Please note that the Collective Agreement does not provide for such an exclusion. The following summary is provided to assist Employers and Employees with registration: Annexure “A” is to be utilised for registration of the Establishment and Annexure “B” in respect of all Employees employed at the Establishment. (Annexures A and B may be downloaded from the Council’s website www.hcsbc.co.za. Alternatively, kindly contact your Agent or Council Offices). A separate application must be completed in respect of each Establishment operated by an Employer. Where an Employee (including a Learner or a Student) takes up employment with an Establishment, after the registration of the Establishment, the Employer must, on or before the 7th day of the month following such appointment, notify the Council of such Employee’s appointment, by submitting a completed Annexure “B”. These documents can be submitted to: accounts@hcsbc.co.za. Where an Employee (including a Learner or a Student) resigns from an Establishment, the Employer shall, on or before the 7th day of the month following such resignation, notify the Council of such Employee’s resignation, in writing and must include the Employee’s full names, surname, identity number, position held and last working day and send to amend@hcsbc.co.za. A staff amendment form is available for this purpose and may be accessed on the Council’s website. Membership of the HBSI Pension Fund is mandatory for all employees in the industry, except casual employees. Should the Employer already have a Pension Fund for employees, it may apply for an exemption. However, amongst other considerations, such a Pension Fund should have equal or greater benefits than the Council’s Pension Fund (the HBSI). The failure by an Employer to pay over Pension Fund contributions, deducted from Employees to the Pension Fund, is a criminal offence. Please contact your Agent or the Council Offices should you need assistance concerning the abovementioned matters. THE COUNCIL’S PRETORIA OFFICES HAVE MOVED As indicated in our previous newsletters, the Council’s Pretoria offices are now situated in Die Wilgers, Pretoria. The contact details for the Pretoria Office are set out below. As a result of a vacancy, our Pretoria offices are currently not manned on a full-day basis. Please kindly call the Pretoria offices or your agents (see website for contact details) before going to the offices to ensure that you will be assisted. Alternatively, please call the Johannesburg office on 0861 427 227. *Please take note that Ms Zola Amos, the Case Manager in the Western Cape, will manage cases for the Pretoria, North-West, Mpumalanga and Limpopo areas on an interim basis. Her email address is zola@hcsbc.co.za and she may be contacted on 021 879 3508 /021 419 832. Please consult the Council’s WEBSITE for the contact details of Agents in your area. For more information, contact: www.hcsbc.co.za