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This article contains all relevant information on the National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry, who we are, what we do and how the monthly contributions work. Who is the National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry? The role of a National Bargaining Council is defined by the Labor Relations Act (LRA) and consists primarily of facilitating agreements between Trade Union/s and employer organization/s. In the case of The National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry, these representative bodies are: UASA - the UNION, representing the employees and EOHCB - the Employers’ Organization for Hairdressing, Cosmetology and Beauty, representing the employers. Together, these two organizations constitute the parties to the HCSBC. The Council provides a forum in which discussions and negotiations can take place, and collective agreements can be formulated. Once such an agreement has been reached, our role is to ensure the fair and impartial enforcement of the agreed terms of conditions of employment. The National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry is governed by the Main Collective Agreement in accordance with the provisions of the Labor Relations Act, No. 66 of 1995, made and entered into by and between the EOHCB and UASA – being the parties to the National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry. The terms of this Agreement shall be observed in the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry (“the Industry”), in the Republic of South Africa. This Main Agreement is submitted to the Department of Labor for sign-off by the Minister of Employment and Labor. Once signed this agreement is binding in terms of section 31 of the Labor Relations Act of 1995. During September 2019, a new agreement was concluded by the parties (EOHCB and UASA) and was submitted to the Department of Labor for scrutiny, approval and signing by the Minister. There were delays from the Department of Labor’s side and then subsequently, Covid-19 happened. Due to all these delays, the new agreement applicable to 2020 was only signed and published by the Minister of Employment and Labor on 12 June 2020. This Main Collective Agreement is applicable to party members (EOHCB membership for employers or legal owners and UASA membership for employees). This agreement is then also extended to non-parties in the industry by the Minister. Registration of Establishment and Staff 1. all Establishments need to be registered with the Council. 2. all staff need to be registered with the Council after 1 month of Employment also with DEL. Documents to complete Please send an e-mail to accounts@hcsbc.co.za to receive the below documents for completion: Annexure “A” – to be completed for the registration of an establishment or legal owner. Annexure “B” – to be completed for each person employed by an establishment. Sick Pay Fund Application – This will provides employees with paid sick leave of 33 short leave days and 33 long leave days plus a maternity benefit of 30% of your minimum wage for 4 months without any additional costs to the employer over and above the monthly contribution. Pension Fund Application – This provides employees with a pension fund for retirement or a death or dread disease benefit. Pension Fund Beneficiary nomination UASA Application EOHCB Application Documentation for the registration of an establishment, employer, legal owner, or employee together with documents for the Sick Pay Fund, Pension Fund and membership to the parties can be obtained from the Council or from our website – see the address below for contact details. www.hcsbc.co.za/contact-us/

What a fabulous innovation! KMS, the professional salon brand that has been synonymous with creative passion for over forty years, has proudly innovated a breakthrough collection of three Solid Shampoo bars. This amazing launch represents a new stride in Kao Salon’s increased commitment to sustainability. About the KMS Solid Shampoo Bars These bars are highly concentrated and formulated with natural ingredients. Best of all, they deliver the same professional-level results and superior performance that you and your clients have come to know and love in the KMS liquid shampoos. Why the Solid Formula? The solid formula is designed to: • save water during product development • reduce the need for plastic and packing materials • lessen CO2 emissions This commitment to sustainability is carried through in the Solid Shampoo packaging – a folding box made out of Forest Stewardship Council-certified paper. This has a QR code that can be scanned for detailed info on the brand’s sustainability values as well as a complete ingredient list. The KMS Solid Shampoo Collection Includes: KMS MOISTREPAIR Solid Shampoo: Formulated for normal to dry hair, the MOISTREPAIR Solid Shampoo replenishes moisture and repairs damage. 79% of ingredients come from natural origin. Contains nourishing Aloe Vera, known for including active ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids. KMS ADDVOLUME Solid Shampoo: Formulated for fine hair, the ADDVOLUME Solid Shampoo provides body and fullness and gives limp hair a lift. 78% of ingredients come from natural origin. Infused with Eucalyptus, which is known for helping to provide fullness and body. KMS HEADREMEDY Solid Sensitive Shampoo: Formulated for all hair types, the HEADREMEDY Solid Sensitive Shampoo is an ultra-mild hair and body wash, perfect for sensitive scalp. It is pH-skin neutral and fragrance free. 80% of ingredients come from natural origin. Infused with soothing Rosemary and Chamomile. All the shampoo bars are free from sulfates, silicones, alcohol, synthetic colorants and animal-derived ingredients. They are formulated with the KMS AHA Structure Complex that improves both the internal and external structure of hair, leaving hair looking and feeling healthier. Amazing Compatible Technology The collection is powered by KMS’s TRIfinity Technology, ensuring each bar is highly compatible with other KMS START, STYLE and FINISH products. For a complete regimen, the new Solid Shampoo Bars can be combined with any existing KMS leave-in care product, further reducing water usage. Easy to Use and Transport They are easy to use: your clients simply rub Solid Shampoo with water, work the lather through wet hair and Rinse. Each bar can be air dried, stored and easily transported in the KMS KEEPER, a container made from aluminium. Are you keen to stock these incredible new KMS Solid Shampoo bars in your salon for an exciting new selling point and “green” innovation? Contact your friendly Kao sales consultant or if you don’t yet have one, call 011 312 5070 and a consultant will get in touch with you!

Hairdressing is a rewarding career, ideal for creative, artistic, energetic people who love interacting with others. It’s an industry that technology can never replace and there will always be a demand for. There are so many different directions that this career can take you, and a good hairstylist will always have a choice of jobs and career options and will never be without work. There is always a shortage of hairdressers and a need for them! For talented, hardworking and driven individuals the sky is the limit and this career can offer great financial rewards as well as high levels of job satisfaction. Hairdressers commonly state that they never work a day in their life and get up every morning to do what they love. • You can work in a salon (anywhere in the country or the world! There is always a demand for good hairdressers, even at top international salons). Hairdressing is a skill that allows you to travel and work worldwide. • You can become an educator or technician for a product brand, travelling, teaching and educating. Top educators travel worldwide and have incredible careers. • You can become a session stylist who works on Fashion Weeks and creates trends, photo shoots and does platform work and shows. Session stylists also have the opportunity to join international art teams which leads to global opportunities. • You can work on cruise ships and travel to the most sought after tourist destinations around the globe while earning tax-free dollars. • You can own your own business whether large or small, running a thriving salon in your community and being an employer – a great move for those who are both creative and business-minded. Some of the most successful salon owners have grown their businesses to include multiple branches. Becoming qualified through an accredited academy where top education is a passion and a priority is the first step to entering this incredible world. Below are the featured academies around the country, that have space for candidates in their full-time hairdressing qualification course, and also spaces in beauty, skincare and wellness courses. Academies: Groomed Barber Training Academy - Cape Town and Online Serwalo Hair Academy - Pretoria Centurion Academy - Centurion and Klerksdorp Blush Academy - Roodepoort Complete School of Hairdressing & Makeup - Roodepoort Headsmart Hair Academy - Port Elizabeth Groomed Barbering Academy - Cape Town and Online Invest in your Future in Barbering with Groomed Academy, with the internationally recognised dual certification. Recognized in SA and the UK. NEW online barbering courses now available! Tel: 071 352 3202 Email: info@groomedacademy.co.za Website: www.groomedacademy.co.za Serwalo Hair Academy - Pretoria Tel: 012 342 05 08 Email: admin@serwalo.co.za Website: www.serwalo.co.za Centurion Academy - Centurion and Klerksdorp Open Day 29 May. Email (Centurion): marketing@ca2000.co.za Email (Klerskdorp): klerksdorp@ca2000.co.za Website: www.ca.ac.za Blush Academy - Johannesburg What we offer: • Hairdressing Trade Test Centre • National & International hairdressing courses • Make-up Artistry & beauty courses • Kryolan professional make-up endorsed school & stockist Tel: 011 763 7667 Email: info@blushacademy.co.za Website: www.blushacademy.co.za Facebook: @BlushAcademySA Instagram: @blush_academy_sa Complete School of Hairdressing Beauty & Makeup - Roodepoort We have a highly qualified and dedicated team at Complete School. We offer training in hairdressing, beauty and make-up on a full time, part time or short courses basis. At Complete School we are committed to your journey and experience. To us you become part of the complete school family. We are Services Seta accredited acc nr 2332. As well as a national QCTO hairdressing trade test centre AC000063NAMB. Tel: 011 760 2419 Address: 149 Ontdekkers rd; Horizon View; Roodepoort. Email: completeschool@mweb.co.za Website: www.completeschoolofhairdressing.co.za Headsmart Hair Academy Port Elizabeth Our full time course is one year Intensive theory and practical at our Academy Premises and 2 years work experiencein the hair industry building your confidence, passion & moulding the next generation of Hair Artisans of South Africa. We are QCTO and CITY& GUILDS accredited Centre. We also An QCTO (NAMB) registered accredited Trade Test Centre and CITY&GUILDS approved Final Practical Trade Centre. We also do ARPL (recognition of prior learning). Please Contact Lorine Smit (details below) for an interview. Make the Smart Choice. Tel: 083 652 9164 Address: 24 A West Street, Newton park, Port Elizabeth. Email: Lorine@headsmart.co.za Website: www.headsmart.co.za

The name names it all!!! Let’s welcome 𝐉𝐎𝐘, the new collection by Milkshake. The 2021 trends fill you with delight. The new JOY collection stems from “zero maintenance” and radiant colour! This playful, colourful collection is all about the awakening of dreams. Joy Collection: The Trends After lockdown, the 2021 trends give way to: ❤ leisure&comfort: ❤ dishevelled casual looks; ❤ morning looks; ❤ disconnected and wide shapes that are more comfortable than ever! Please contact your friendly Milkshake South Africa team for more information on the JOY Collection and the fabulous products used to create it. Contact milk_shake on: Email: marku@z-one.co.za or georg@z-one.co.za www.z-oneconcept.com/en | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

If you love colour change and hate bleach baths, you need the phenomenal new Colour Reset. No bleach, no ammonia. Simple, effective, gentle. Vegan-friendly and not tested on animals. Tel: 011 305 1600 Web: www.twincare.co.za Colour Reset is available from Twincare Professional Outlets countrywide. Find your closest one HERE.

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Three things separate a true creative artist from a dreamer: extraordinarily creative ideas, the ability to bring them to life, and doing it so well that it inspires others to reach for greatness too. As a true artist, you are invited to share your work with the world. You have the talent; the Global Creative Awards has the stage for you, with fantastic rewards for the winners. You can start planning and preparing your entry now – remember all the Editorial entries are photo shoot collections. Entries can be submitted online between Thursday 1 July and Thursday 15 July. Planning your Entry: Imagine, Create and Inspire! Imagine Let your imagination run wild. Envision your collection. What will you show the world? How will the colours, shapes and textures look? Once you have your vision, assemble your mood board to bring it to life. Review, refine and reimagine it, and repeat until you’re satisfied. Create Find your muse – the perfect models for your looks. Assemble your team. It’s time for you to bring your vision to life. Be clear and focused. Push yourself and make your entry as fabulous and eyecatching as it can be. BUT – remember to read the rules carefully so that your entry is valid for the category you choose and it stands the best chance of success. Inspire Now it’s time for you to put your creation out there and inspire the entire world! Enter your photographic work in the Global Creative Awards and share your vision with hairdressing professionals all over the globe. It’s so easy to submit your entry. Just follow the guide below. Submitting Your Entry: Here’s the Easy Guide Step 1: Go to www.globalcreativeawards.com, and set your location to Africa> English (ZA). Step 2: Download the briefing kit and technical heads that you will need for your entry. Step 3: It’s time to enter! Make sure your entry abides by all the category rules and then submit it on the www.globalcreativeawards.comwebsite, between Thursday 1 July and Thursday 15 July. Categories to Choose From: Technical Awards and Editorial Categories Technical Awards: New Talent Colourist is the only technical award that is open this year, and will be judged on photographic submissions only, competing on national level first, then on international. Editorial Categories (Photographic collections): You can enter one or more of the categories below. Men‘s hairstylist of the year Show your mastery and expertise in men’s styling, barbering and grooming by creating a collection of cutting-edge men’s looks. Salon team of the year Channel the creativity of your entire salon team. Create a style collection that represents your shared vision and show the power of your team. Avant garde stylist of the year This is pure unbridled creativity. Push the boundaries of conventional hairstyling and dare to inspire with your collection of visionary work. Editorial colourist of the year Express your vision in colour. Create an editorial colour collection that showcases colour creativity, precision and vision. The Finals and Prizes The competition finals will be run virtually, and will take place between 1- 3 October 2021. There are fabulous cash prizes for each category winner, as well as global editorial coverage with Estetica, and a stunning trophy for each category winner. Do you have any questions? Rather ask and be sure! The friendly Kao education team is standing by to answer any questions you have. Contact your area educator or call 011 312 5070.

# Go to Extreme Length’s Hello luscious locks! Redken's Extreme Length infused with biotin and castor oil help to fortify hair and assist to achieve maximum length. Helping hair to grow longer and stronger. # Who is it for? For clients who are seeking length and strength. # What are the benefits? Redken's technology uses biotin and castor oil to promote healthy, strong hair from roots to tip. Redken’s Extreme Length fortifies and repairs hair all while sealing split ends not to mention clients can experience up to 6 inches of growth a year! # How to use? Apply to wet hair, lather and rinse. Use as a complete system with Extreme Length Conditioner with Biotin and Extreme Length Leave-In Treatment. Obsessed with Extreme Length? Contact us here: redkenrsa@loreal.com Article from Chanel Pond, L’Oréal Professional Products Division MUST READS... Make the Most Out of Salon Gifting Savvy Hairdresser Part 2 L’Oréal Access: Free Online Education to Empower and Inspire You

Dear EOHCB Member, The Minister of Employment and Labour, Thembelani Waltermade Nxesi, issued a direction on 20 April 2021 to pay TERS benefits only to employees who are contributors to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) effective as of 16 October 2020 to 15 March 2021 in the event that: 1. An employee has been in contact with any person who has tested positive for COVID-19 (high-risk contact). 2. An employee is a vulnerable employee (known or disclosed health issues or comorbidities or any other condition that may place the employee at the higher risk of complication or death than other employees if infected with COVID-19 or above the age of 60 who is at higher risk of complications or death if infected. 3. Employees whose employers are not permitted to commence operations, either partially or in full and who operates in a sector specified in Annexure A. 4. Employees whose employers are unable able to make alternative arrangements for vulnerable employees (refer to point 2 above) to work from home or take other measures to reduce risk of exposure in the workplace as contemplated in clause 20.3 of the Consolidated Occupational Health and Safety Direction issued 2 June 2020, irrespective of whether the employer operates in a sector specified in Annexure A or not. 5. Employees whose employers are unable to make use of their services either fully or partially because of operational requirements based on economic, technological, structural or similar needs to the employer caused by the need to limit the number of employees at the workplace through rostering, staggering of working hours, short-time, and the introduction of shift system. 6. Employees who are required to ensure that they remain in isolation or in quarantine as a high[1]risk contact, irrespective of whether the employer operates in a sector specified in Annexure A or not. Reduced work time benefits (normal UIF benefit): Subject to the availability of sufficient credits, contributors (employees) whose employers do not operate in the sectors set out in Annexure A and whose employers are unable to make use of their services either fully or partially, shall be entitled to a reduce work time benefit in accordance with section 12(1B) of the Unemployment Insurance Act. Application for benefits: The period which an employer/employee may claim for is 16 October 2020 – 15 March 2021. At the time of this communication to our members, applications up to 31 December 2020 is being accepted and processed by the UIF. In order to prove than an employer is unable to make alternative arrangements for vulnerable employees to work from home or take alternative measures, and to prove that an employee is in quarantine or isolation and is entitled to benefits the following is required of the employer and must be submitted to the National Institute of Occupational Health: 1. Each employee’s vulnerability status for serious outcomes of a COVID-19 infection; 2. Details of the COVID-19 screening of employees who are symptomatic; 3. Details of employees who test positive in terms of a positive laboratory test for the COVID-19 virus 4. Details of employees identified as high-risk contacts within the workplace if a worker has been confirmed as being positive; 5. Details on the post-infection outcome of those testing positive, including the return-to-work assessment outcome; 6. The employee monthly UIF declaration returns by the employer will confirm loss of income and thus inability to make alternative arrangements for the affected employees. Annexure A is below: Kind Regards, The EOHCB Team Please contact your local EOHCB representative for support and advice with all business and labour issues. www.eohcb.co.za/contact-

Our brand continues to grow and we are looking for two dynamic individuals to join our Johannesburg team - a Regional Sales Consultant and a Technician. Davines is an international sustainable beauty brand. The brand has made its mark in more than 90 countries around the globe through its stores and distributors! If you are looking to work with a salon exclusive, professional brand that is focussed on growing a salon’s potential, then look no further - we only supply Davines approved salons and our own professional distribution channel, always keeping you in the sales cycle. You have the opportunity to make Johannesburg yours by servicing our existing clients with massive opportunity for new business and growth. If you are up for the challenge, please send your CV and queries to Linzi Schuddinh. Email: brandmanager@finaltouch.co.za Cell: 082 408 4152

Business Seminar in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Every 2 years Twincare hosts a business seminar that aims to forecast where our industry is heading, what opportunities that suggest and the business principles that will determine salons success. Topics will include: 1. Hairdressing 2030 2. Mindset for a new age 3. Management in a time of change, response centered management 4. How to save, create an industry 5. New retail. Managing stock and emerging opportunities. 6. The impact of social media on our marketing plan. 7. Profit strategy, new challenges, new opportunities. Venues: Cape Town 24th May The Westin Convention Square, Lower Long Street, Cape Town Johannesburg 31st May Twincare Head Office in Peltier Drive, Sunninghill, Jhb Time: 9:00am to 3:30pm Price: R1,500 per person To book call 011 305 1600 or go to www.twincare.co.za/events Stav Dimitriadis is the CEO of Twincare International. Twincare International is the biggest independent distributor for professional hair and beauty product for South Africa. Stav has been providing business education for 30 years, both in South Africa and internationally. Andrea Gavriel is the General Manager for Twincare International with 11 years of experience in the industry. His career started as a Sales Consultant and through years gained experience in all areas of business with focus on sales , marketing and education. “Started from the bottom, now we're here” Andrew Guilfoyle, known for mentoring star stylists, salons near & far and a passion for creative individuals. Andrew nofluences the industry via Running With Scissors

Bio Brush is biodegradable! Our products are made by using the natural, biodegradable corn starch. Under certain conditions this product will naturally biodegrade in a landfill within 5 years into carbon dioxide and water! Bio Detangling Brush • Anti-knot bristle, flexible and tough enough that you can smooth out all types of hair knots. • Leaf and circle/loop shape make each branch more flexible and comfortable. • The ultra-soft, intelli-flex bristles are thin, strong, and very flexible that glide through tangles and knots with ease. • Helps reduce harshness to the scalp while grooming and styling. • Curved shape to fit to scalp and grip more hair. • The 20mm handle of our Wet Brush is made from all-natural biodegradable plant starch that will naturally break down in a landfill within 5 years. Thus, it's eco-friendly hairbrush which helps in avoiding pollution and safe for the environment. Bio Brush Hot Stylers • Without middle ring, no pulling or snagging of hair due to one-piece seamless handle. • Anti-slip strips with smooth circle in the middle, making handle control and rotation easy and the handle is secured to barrel with a pivot screw. • Ceramic Barrel for even heat distribution and anti-frizz results. • Due to number of bristles in each hole, it effectively penetrates and holds the hair firmly for easy styling. Available in 4 sizes: 38mm, 50mm, 64mm & 76mm. * * * * * * * * For an amazing 10% discount on any BioBrush product purchase, between now and April 30th, visit www.handsdown.co.za. Use coupon code BIONEWS at checkout! * * * * * * * * Contact Details Johannesburg: Tel: 011 262 2451 Email: online@limelighthb.co.za Address: 17 Eastern Service Road, Tripark, Block B, Kelvin, Sandton Cape Town Kenilworth: Tel: 021 657 5778 Email: sales@handsdown.co.za Address: 24 Warrington Road, Kenilworth, Cape Town Cape Town Bellville: Tel: 021 945 2566 Email: sales@handsdown.co.za Address: 3 Aylesbury Road, Bellville, Cape Town