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South African hairdressing icon Salome de Wet has recently been chosen as a Goldwell International Artist. She is currently hosting a series of sold-out live seminars in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town, together with co-stars Bernadine Malan, Cerese Bouwer and Mia Crous. The seminars are on Goldwell’s stunning new Essentialism trend collection. At the Johannesburg seminar, Salome shared how she got selected as an international artist, what her role involves, and more about where current trends are headed. Bernadine Malan also gave input on the trends and where South Africa stands from a global perspective. The seminar was a massive success, with great feedback from attendees. Craig Hopkins, education leader for Kao South Africa, created a fabulous, colourful, and socially distanced environment where all delegates could safely enjoy the day. Questions with Salome Q: How did you get selected as a Goldwell International Artist? A: It was a dream come true! I didn’t expect it to happen. My dream at first was to compete internationally and represent my country. Then it became my goal to win, and every year I strived for this and was disappointed when I didn’t make it! But then I was selected for an even greater honour, to be on the international artistic team. It started with Goldwell selecting four young artists from around the world to work on a collection, and after this they invited me onto the global team. I couldn’t believe it! It was surreal but amazing. Q: What does your role involve? Initially we were flown over to Berlin for trend forecasting before creating the new collection. This was a fascinating process. Then things had to get more creative because of lockdown so it has has included a lot of online education and tutorials. We were sent products internationally and were given creative freedom to use them! We have been working a lot with the Goldwell Education app which is amazing. In the future when Covid is controlled we will be travelling again, and will collaborate in person and do bigger shoots. Q: What does the trend forecasting involve? A: It is a huge process. In Berlin we first sat down with a trend forecasting company and they identified the key colour movements in fashion, design, art, nature. We then divided into groups focusing on blonds, brunettes and redheads and we swatched about 200 colour swatches, all of different variants, until we found the right shades. The amount of thought that goes into each shade is unreal. Q: Tell us about the new Essentialism collection. Today we are launching this collection. Myself and Bernadine Malan are working together and Bernadine has been prepping models for the past two weeks. This collection is all about colour melts, working freely and creatively. It’s so on trend with what we are experiencing in our world, taking things back to being simple, back to basics. As far as cuts go, it’s all very undone. No hard lines, very soft, undone textures, very textured rather than straight, low maintenance and moveable shapes, and layers. Q: How do you feel about hosting a live seminar again? A: I’m so looking forward to working live and learning from my co-presenters in each city. It’s so exciting to be doing things in person again, and I hope that networking together will also give us a chance to discuss other issues, such as post-lockdown business challenges. Questions with Bernadine Q: Bernadine, how does our hairdressing situation in SA compare globally? A: We did a conference call recently with 15 other countries to discuss the new Essentialism trend collection, and it was so interesting that out of all of these countries, South Africa was the only one open for hairdressing. All the others were locked down and had been for some time. Some were on their third lockdown, it was very exciting for the others, because we were the only ones using live models! Q: What’s your interpretation of this collection? A: It’s all about expression. I am going to be showing styling stories where we change up the looks and make them different – 70s disco glam will be featuring there which is so exciting. Colour wise, melts are huge and it’s something we always get asked about in seminars so it’s great that these are so prevalent. I’m excited to be out and about again, and to be connecting and communicating on a live platform. Do you love Goldwell’s passion for trends and for growing their stylists and salons through education? Contact 011 312 5070 if you would like to find out more about their phenomenal range and how their brand can benefit your business. Like their Facebook page HERE.

Please note that ALL amendments to the accounts have to reach Council BEFORE the 10th of each month. Any changes after that date will only be affected on the following month's return. Council would like to inform employers that when short time is implemented in your establishment, that Council be informed of such. WHEN YOUR STAFF RETURN TO NORMAL WORKING HOURS, PLEASE ALSO INFORM COUNCIL OF THESE CHANGES. Without the details pertaining to the hours employees are now working, the reduced salaries being paid and the agreement entered into between employer and employee, Council cannot make any changes to the monthly contributions. This information should include: 1. A schedule showing all employees in the establishment with the following details: 1.1 Name and Surname 1.2 ID number 1.3 Work Code 1.4 Employee number 1.5 Reduced hours being worked per day, week and month 1.6 Number of days the employee now works at the reduced hours 1.7 Hourly rate being paid (to calculate the salary to be captured on our system) 2. Agreement between employer and employees that short time was agreed to between all parties. These changes should be submitted to accounts@hcsbc.co.za or amend@hcsbc.co.za. Should you need any additional information or assistance, please feel free to contact your agent or any Council office. Should no amendments be received before the 10th, contributions will be calculated on the current information loaded on the system. www.hcsbc.co.za

It’s all about the right attitude – it’s something people sense and are drawn to. Make sure yours is positive, and uplifting and attracting those around you.

The state-of-the-art Dyson Supersonic Professional v2 is the most technologically advanced hairdrying tool, which has taken the international market by storm. Investing in this dryer means that you are investing in your hairdressing career. • Its space-age looks create excitement and a talking point in salon. • Its super-powerful motor allows for faster drying time. • It is incredibly light, balanced and ergonomic for better posture and health. • It is a joy to use with the clip-on, clip-off magnetic attachments. • It will never overheat or damage hair so you are investing in your clients’ hair health. Clients are fascinated and excited by what is new and as someone who is promoting new looks and new ideas, you need to walk the talk by using new, exciting, cutting-edge technology yourself! The quietness of the dryer is a huge selling point. It creates a much more tranquil environment, allowing for conversation while drying. It will change the ambience of your salon to a more tranquil and relaxing vibe. This dryer is among the lightest on the market and the only one with the super-powerful motor in the handle. This makes it extremely well balanced and ergonomic. It allows you to keep a much better, much more correct posture when drying and troublesome repetitive stress injuries will improve or disappear. This gives you longevity and health in your career. The instant clip on-clip off magnetic attachments are designed especially for every professional’s needs, and in the v2 dryer they are even stronger. Intelligent heat control ensures that your hairdryer’s temperature is regulated 20 times per second so it will never overheat or cause damage. This guarantees a super-shiny and healthy result, even when close up precision styling. Standard Accessories Now Include: • Professional concentrator • Smoothing nozzle • Diffuser • Non slip heat mat • Spare filter cage • Filter cleaning brush • Storage hanger Want to know more? Watch the video below. Order your Dyson Supersonic Professional v2 today and receive a special stylist price on this amazing investment! To order your dryer or enquire about the special hairstylist price, call Customer Helpline: 087 807 9353 or email: dysonsales@tudortech.co.za

Herewith is some valuable information about the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine for you to share with your team. • The first of millions of Johnson & Johnson vaccines were administered this week in South Africa. • In trials, only 9% of those who received the vaccine reported a fever. • Some other complaints included fatigue, headache, and muscle ache, which generally disappeared within 24 hours after the vaccination. • 44 325 people were enrolled in the USA, Latin America & South Africa to partake in the Johnson & Johnson trials. • Age distribution - >-60 (33.5%), >=65 (19.6%), >=75 (3.5%), >=80 (1%). • Gender - 45% females and 55% males. • Region - 44% USA, 41% Central and South America, and 15% South Africa. • Comorbidities - (overall 41% - obesity), (28.5% type 2 diabetes), (7.3% hypertension), (10.3% HIV), (2.8% other immune-compromised participants). Tested in 43 783 people from 4 continents including 6,576 people in South Africa Johnson & Johnson vaccine provided: • 57% protection against moderate-server COVID-19 infection cases. • 85% protection against severe COVID-19 infection cases. • 100% protection against death. EOHCB is available to assist employers with all matters relating to labour and their business. Contact our offices for more information. www.eohcb.co.za

The idea of this collection was to take classic silhouettes/shapes and give them a new twist. This is achieved by adding texture to the hair with cutting, styling and curling techniques to create a broken and tousled, fractured look. Vibrant bold colour adds an element of strength to the haircuts and enhances the texture of the looks. The photographic effects add to the look, producing a strong but feminine collection. Hair: Nazir Maherali @hairbynazir Photography: Rod Avancena, & Photomancy Makeup: Jade Cianne Arriola, Alyssa Doucet, & Tammy Chan

# 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

The collection Empyreal represents a fire burning within to emphasize an individual’s differences in a modern society. The collection features a range of optical density, tone and strength to communicate a conceptual separation and distinction between someone’s inner desires and ambitions opposed to mainstream society’s values and beliefs. With a combination of daring colours and contrasting textiles showcased throughout the collection to elaborate the juxtaposition of what mainstream culture views as acceptable compared to the inner desires and beliefs of a person. Hair: Anna Dahlin Salon: Tsiknaris Hair, Brisbane @tsiknarishair Make up: Sarah Smith Clothes Styling: Jodie Whittaker Photography: Bill Tsiknaris

Wella Professionals is giving you and your clients a gift we know you’ll love. And what better way to fuel that love than with powerful savings on the very best in professional hair colour and at-home care? The Wella Professionals Gold and Diamond voucher campaign launches online on 25 February and is aimed at bolstering client loyalty and driving new feet through doors. The budget-friendly vouchers can be purchased online and redeemed at any of the more than 400 Wella Professionals salons nationwide. There are two voucher options available, with each option designed to suit differing colour and care needs and budgets: WELLA DIAMOND VOUCHER Only R1 160. Your client saves R640. Offer your client any Wella Professionals colour service to the value of R900, and they’ll receive Fusion at-home shampoo, conditioner and mask to boot – and all for just R1 160. Your client saves a whopping R640. WELLA GOLD VOUCHER Only R780. Your client saves R410. Offer your client a Wella Professionals colour service to the value of R600 with at-home Fusion shampoo and conditioner for just R780. Your client saves a whopping R410. The vouchers will be marketed extensively on MHB Insta and Facebook and on Wella Insta and Facebook. Participating salons will also carry the marketing campaign on their own social pages. Wella Professionals colour Our colour collection promises to meet your client’s specific colour needs – regardless of whether they’re in the mood for a radical, bold makeover, or simply in search of a natural hue infused with softness and shine. Find out more about Wella Professionals’ extensive range of salon colour options here. Wella Professionals Fusion range To ensure that your client’s freshly coloured hair is well looked after even after they leave your chair, they will receive at-home care from the Wella Professionals Fusion range. Fusion is perfectly suited to colour-treated hair and instantly repairs damaged hair, helping to prevent further breakage while improving elasticity, smoothness, and shine. Find out more about the Wella Professionals Fusion line of haircare products here. About Modern Hair & Beauty Modern Hair & Beauty – previously Modern Hair – was established in 1950 as a distributor of professional hair products to the hairdressing industry in Southern Africa. As the licensed distributor of Wella Company-owned products in Southern Africa, much-loved brands such as Wella Professionals, Nioxin, System Professional, Sebastian Professional, SEB MAN, and Kadus Professional can be found in salons' easily. Other brands in our portfolio include popular Brazilian hair treatment Sweet Hair Professional, and our most recent addition, Reuzel – Holland's finest pomades and barbering products. We also produce our own affordable in-salon care range called Swish. As a company, we continuously strive to offer the best possible support and care to all of our customers through dedicated and trained sales representatives, timeous delivery of orders, targeted marketing and promotional support, and regular in-depth and up-to-date seminars and education. Training centres are situated in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban. But it's the fostering of great customer relationships, many of them decades-long, which runs deep, passing from one generation to the next. It's this legacy, as well as our extraordinary, passionate and dedicated team, that services over 2 000 salons within South Africa and our international partner salons in Mauritius and Angola too. Follow Instagram Facebook

L’Oréal Professionnel Paris has made all of its training for 2021 either in-salon or digital. This has huge benefits for you – keeping you safe and allowing you to spend more time in the salon and earning money. Instead of spending 1-2 days out of the salon and not making money, you can now assign anything from 1-3 hours digitally and then carry on with your working day as normal – empowered and inspired! Click below for the relevant links: Loreal Access Microsoft Teams Android | iOS Facebook Instagram We have Whatsapp groups for each area. You can click the links below to join your area group and keep in the loop. JHB Cape Town KZN And finally – an important note on Steampod! Steampods are flying off our shelves! Please call your educator to book your Steampod training now! This incredible tool is going to feature prominently in all our education this year. Looking forward to an exciting, safe and inspiring year filled with amazing online content and personal in-salon sessions for you, our valued hairstylists!

By Frik Bekker On 26 February 2021 I will be saying farewell as the Financial Manager and Acting CEO of the National Bargaining Council for the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty and Skincare Industry. I look back over the last year and a half I have been with Council with so much pride. I have learned so much from my Council colleagues, the parties and the industry itself. For that I will always be grateful and I will miss it immensely. I wish you all the best of luck for the future. From 1 March 2020, all administrative queries can be submitted to danelle@hcsbc.co.za, amend@hcscb.co.za or accounts@hcsbc.co.za. You will also be able to contact your area agent in the event that you need additional assistance. With best regards, Frik Bekker