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In the post-Covid circumstances, salon owners may be faced with the difficult and stressful task of implementing short time for staff, or even having to go through the retrenchment process. This is never easy but it is essential it is done correctly to avoid any problems down the line. EOHCB can assist with the consultation and implementation of short time, reduced working hours, and retrenchments. This is especially important in rent-a-chair situations as this can become complex in terms of liabilities, when support staff have to be retrenched. Please contact EOHCB for guidance in this regard. To keep in the loop with industry updates, like EOHCB’s Facebook HERE. Their WEBSITE is regularly updated with important and relevant articles.

After expectations that the 2020 Salon International would go ahead, the organizers have reluctantly made the call to cancel it, with October 2021 being the new date for the next Salon International in London. “When Government gave exhibitions the ‘go’ date in July 2020, the team and I were very excited and worked to create an environment that was safe and would allow us to provide the inspiration and education the show is renowned for. However, that original announcement has not been matched with a practical commitment by the authorities; meaning that we may have been forced to cancel the October event at short notice. We are not prepared to put our visitors or our exhibitors through unnecessary cost and inconvenience, with the genuine prospect of last minute cancellation,” explains Jayne Lewis-Orr, executive director of Professional Beauty group. Jayne explains that all tickets booked for the October show, will be refunded automatically but that the refunds may take a little while to process. “I hope you agree this decision is in the best interest of the industry and I look forward to seeing you soon,” Jayne concludes.

L'Oréal Professional Products Division brings you another inspiring On-Hair release. A series where clients are at the center of what we do. We truly believe in providing salon professionals, freelance stylists and every hair fanatic with guidance to become masters of their craft! So join us in this journey. #Learn how to work with influencers Choosing Influencers can be broken down into a strategy that connects back to your objectives such as target, reach and engagement. Having influencers from a variety of industries such as fashion and beauty proved to be a major success so why not? #1: Typical Micro Influencers These are influencers that have a lot of reach, meaning that their audience is small, between 500- 10 000 followers but their engagement is high. As a result, they are more likely to motivate their followers to take the desired action without seeming overly promotional. Activate these influencers with a free in-salon treatment for them to post about on their social media pages. #2: The Client who can be your influencer These are good influencers to have, because they are the same age as your target; they have beautiful hair and share common interests. Activate these influencers by providing special pricing with in-salon treatments and encourage before and after pictures to post on their social media pages. #3: Your Staff can be your salon Influencer Your staff are one of your best advocates and assets. Always encourage upskilling teaching the best techniques to your stylists. Encourage them to share their work on their own social media pages and tag the salon social media page! How To videos or Live Master classes are a good example. This one is a special case in the time we find ourselves. Constantly post about your salon hygiene procedures on ACCESS to reassure your clients that their safety is always number one priority. To take advantage of this click HERE What is Access? Access is the world’s largest e-learning and network platform for salon professionals. The global database allows all hairdressers and beauticians to log on from anywhere in the world, at any time, and access trainings on product launches, digital upskilling, trend discovery, techniques mastery, business management and so on, given in the form of tutorials, webinars and pedagogical e-module. The Professional Products Division teams in all countries, in all brands, constantly feed ACCESS with the latest trainings in their local language, in order to ensure that all salon professionals are constantly upskilled and developing their business. Obsolete training are regularly deleted from the database. To ensure relevant and educational trainings are always available to salon professionals. Take advantage of this amazing education tool register HERE For any information contact: lorealprofessionnelrsa@loreal.com Article from Chanel Pond, L’Oréal Professional Product Division MUST READS... The Savvy Hairdresser: Embracing the Online World Part One​ L’Oréal Access: Free Online Education to Empower and Inspire You The ‘New’ Normal?

EOHCB membership is open to all owners of registered salons. Whether you are a large salon or a smaller business, this membership provides a host of benefits which we will shine the spotlight on over the coming days. The benefit of assistance with Policies, Contracts and Agreements is a very important one! The EOHCB can help you draft and implement your company policies, employment contracts, disciplinary codes, and can also assist salon owners with drafting lease agreements should they decide to rent a chair or space to another stylist in their salon. The above issues are extremely important as when things go wrong, having a watertight agreement or contract in place can make all the difference between a well managed situation, and an expensive disaster! EOHCB offers this ongoing expertise and support as part of their service to members, along with many other benefits. We will be highlighting more of these in the coming days. To keep in the loop with industry updates, like EOHCB’s Facebook HERE. Their WEBSITE is regularly updated with important and relevant articles.

Nature itself teaches us the flow of evolution and creation. The life cycle of a butterfly. The form swings of a soul through ANAMORPHOSIS LOOKS that stand out through an elegant different perspective, which lends style Succumb to the timeless allure of colors Undoubtedly charming, the collection of IOANNA TZIGKA offers lessons of special style and charm. It defines the steps of fashion and creates trends or the new season. Its elements are a reference point. Hair: IOANNA TZIGKA Photo: Pawel Wylag Make-up: Izabela Szalegowska Stylism: Joanna Wolf Prod: MKproduction & Christophe Gaillet

Written by Minette Geyer for Modern Hair & Beauty Stylists, it's Minette here from Modern Hair & Beauty. In my role as a senior educator for the company, I love to inspire, uplift, and educate other hairdressers. Normally, I share my knowledge about hair and colour, but I wanted to write about something equally important to your business – self-care. In the article, I'm going to talk about the value, misconceptions, and the benefits of self-care. And, more importantly, why I think it benefits your business when you have 'me-time'. What is the most valuable asset in your business? You're asked what the most valuable asset is in your business. What do you say? Whether you own a salon or rent a chair the answer is often something like, "my stock, my staff, my services, and my reputation". Rarely, is the answer, "ME". But all the things you might mention are meaningless without YOU. And this is exactly why you need to take care of yourself. Your business will not survive without you steering it with a clear vision, drive - and energy. All of which will quickly fade when you are exhausted or worse, burnt out. The question then, what is self-care? You may say, "I take a bath, brush my teeth, take an interest in my appearance: I take care of myself." It’s part of it, but not quite. "Ok, it's the glass of wine I reward myself with at the end of the day, right?" Although rewarding oneself is important, sadly not quite that either. Before we get into what self-care is, let's look at a few common misconceptions. Common misconceptions about self-care It's selfish Sometimes we take it on ourselves to be there for everyone. And one thing people don't like to hear (or we don't like to say) is, 'NO'. But take time to refill your emotional tank, make sure that you get rest and exercise because this will ensure that you will feel more energetic, and you can then give more freely of yourself. It doesn't mean you must refuse to do anything for anyone. Simply set healthier boundaries. For example, to take a whole chocolate cake to work, and not share is selfish. To make time for yourself, not so much. It's indulgent Indulgences are little pleasures we allow ourselves when we feel we deserve it. But self-care is actively changing your behaviour and attitudes to positively influence your life; to make you feel good. "So, it's that glass of wine after all?" Nope sadly not, that is an indulgence. An indulgence has short term effects. Retail therapy is another great example: it spikes your serotonin when you buy something, and then the inevitable drop when you see the bank statement. Self-care, rather, has long term benefits and comes in the form of positive affirmations and positive self-talk: Go ahead call yourself a sexy beast in the mirror every morning. It's a one-time thing The ultra-relaxing dream holiday is a one-time thing, but to keep your emotional tank full should be an ongoing process. The service industry can be a thankless one, and it's sometimes hard to stay positive as our ability to process negative encounters are quickly drained. It's why we need to practice self-care daily. When your tank is empty, you're driving the car straight to a proverbial padded room and a straitjacket. In other words, healthy self-care habits build immunity to burnout. It's time-consuming "Ok, lady, I'm a working mom of two rambunctious toddlers. How do you want me to take time for myself?" Self-care is about routine. A routine ensures that your day is more streamlined and therefore more stress-free. Have a 5-minute quiet time with your morning coffee, or on your drive to work. Everyone can't go on a two-week silent retreat. So, build healthy habits into your routine like, eating healthy and cultivating positive thoughts. Great expectations…are great… but not at the expense of self-care We're expected (or place it on ourselves) to be the perfect partner, stylist, boss, or employee. However, to successfully step into those roles, we need to be able, and present. Hey, I understand the rent needs to be paid! Taking time out to rest or pull yourself toward yourself – especially after lockdown – is scary. But what's scarier is not having a choice. Being forced to take time out because of burnout or illness. There are many benefits to practising self-care A healthy relationship with yourself Feeling good about yourself prevents feelings of resentment and grumpiness. Then it’s much easier to have a positive disposition. In other words, you’re easier to be around. Positivity A positive disposition helps to create good self-esteem and in turn, helps you to be less of an eggplant emoji. No one wants to hang around a Sulky Susan. More productive and motivated Self-care leads to focus, and this lets you achieve your goals on time. You’ll then have more time to focus on the little joys of life. Higher levels of engagement Your energy levels are similar to RAM in your smartphone, the more you have available the more you can do simultaneously. Which means you feel more connected to the world around you. Fight fatigue and illness Your immune system is what keeps your body going. When you're feeling iffy and tired all the time, you'll find it difficult to manage all your responsibilities. So, Minette, really, what is the value of self-care? The value of self-care is YOU. Your body is the only tool that you can’t replace. We’ve not yet exited the rocky terrain of COVID-19, but rent must be paid. We take such care of our procedures; being compliant and trying to make money that the thought of not spending time in the salon is inconceivable. These are tough times we're living in, so take control. The value of self-care is being able to pay the rent and to do so for a long time. How much value self-care brings to your life is visible in the quality of your business, your relationships, your health, and your family. We spend so much excessive amount of energy to ‘make ends meet’, we forget that without us the ‘ends’ are meaningless. The methods of self-care are different for everyone, the most important thing to remember is to make yourself and your wellbeing the priority. For example, you don't have to run a marathon to get exercise. If you're anything like me, a brisk walk around the mall or the block is as good as its gonna get. The lives we live are so busy that it's easy to get caught up in the chaos. But, if anything, remember to stop and smell the perm lotion. *Sources: Introducing the 5 benefits of Self-Care https://thehappyjournals.com/benefits-of-self-care Image: What Is Self-Care? My Mind Oasis https://images.app.goo.gl/MPPFzok9oDZMFo6R9 Have an enquiry about Modern Hair & Beauty or our education seminars? Contact us. About Minette Geyer A girl of many talents on the South African Hairdressing scene! With her 18 years in the Hairdressing industry she has worked as Assistant HOD for multiple Fashion weeks, worked on shoots for big media houses such as MNET and SABC and has a great love for working on independent fashion shoots! Her career has taken her many a great places, but being the eternal hair geek, Minette has an ever growing passion for education and has found herself in education for the last number of years. Her role as a senior educator for Modern Hair and Beauty inspires her to uplift and educate the industry and the people in it with knowledge about hair and colour alike. A born and bred Pretorian, Minette took to Cape Town like a fish to water, and has been based here for the last 12yrs. About Modern Hair & Beauty Education We're inspired when we witness stylists sharing ideas, skills, and a commitment to their craft. Even more so when these moments of collaboration produce renewed creativity and excitement. It's precisely why our Modern Hair & Beauty Education team facilitate an environment where this is possible. They inspire, challenge, and encourage stylists to try new techniques; to bring their own creativity to the training room, and provide their clients with a service that goes beyond the standard salon offering. Our team ensures that stylists are up to date with new trends, know the latest colouring and cutting techniques and have expert technical knowledge of our products. We are passionate about empowering our stylists and believe the key to sustainable career and salon success is through education. Follow Instagram Facebook

Amazing Hair is dedicated to sourcing and creating only the absolute best in 100% REMY human hair extensions. Our celebrity partners and top international hairdressing ambassadors ensure that we have become the dominant brand choice in hair, fashion and celebrity. We believe in the power of professional, and to enrich a salon offering with unique service opportunities and education to match. Amazing Hair offers • Temporary and permanent hair extensions • Hairpieces and wefts • Wigs • A heat resistant synthetic line All our products benefit from the latest product research and development to ensure our ranges offer outstanding quality and performance both for the hairdressers and the client who wears and enjoys! Whether it’s subtle length and volume enhancement or a fabulous red-carpet transformation, the results are limitless! Build your business with Amazing Hair! Find Out More About our Amazing Ranges Below Professional In-Salon Application Range Ultra Collection Ultra Luxury Tape Extensions Premium Collection Premium Tape and Ombre Tape Extensions I-Tip Extensions Human Hair Wefts Retail Range Human Hair Wefts Human Hair Clip-In Hairpieces Human Hair Premium Ponytail Human Hair Slim Tape Weft Wigs: Human and Synthetic Hair Synthetic Heat Resistant Ponytails Aftercare Range Custom designed products revive damaged hair and nourish the scalp, leaving hair lustrous, strong and healthy. This ultra-superior product range dramatically improves the health, vibrancy and lifespan of the extensions. Our friendly team would love to assist you in choosing the right products to offer your clients the hair extensions that will create the perfect look for them at a price they can afford, to add value to your offering and boost business in your salon! Please contact us today and we will assist! Tel: 011 475 2496 Cell: 078 101 2718 Facebook | Instagram

Industry icons Linda and Francois de Jongh are ready to retire after an incredible 48 years in business. One of hairdressing’s most famous and best loved power couples, Linda and Francois have seen decades of trends come and go, while maintaining the top quality standards that have led to Chez Francois being well known as one of the country’s top salons. Their passion and dedication to training have seen hundreds of hairstylists launched into successful careers nationally and internationally, and has also been one of the country’s leading competitive salons. It all started back in 1970 when Francois bought the salon Gareth & John in King William’s Town. In 1972, the salon which was now renamed Chez Francois, moved to Vincent Park when the shopping centre first opened its doors. Today they are the centre’s longest standing tenant. Linda and Francois are remaining in the business for the next few months, while handing over to the new owner Alfredo Naidoo, who is taking the salon forward into the future and will ensure that this amazing legacy is nurtured and grown for hopefully many more decades. This fabulous article published in the Daily Dispatch commemorates the occasion.

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Online shopping is a trend you can no longer ignore. Salons need to rethink their digital strategy and technology to create a safe, secure, and engaging experience. In our ever-evolving economy, getting your Salon online is the only way to compete with big retailers and stay relevant to your clients. Usually, starting and managing your own site is expensive, complicated and time-consuming process. Then there’s managing your online store – taking orders, managing stock, dealing with clients, organising deliveries and couriers is a full-time job. Salon only is a simple and effective solution, allowing you to reach more customers and grow your bottom-line in no-time. At Salon Only, we specialise in creating branded online services for Salons. This includes a state-of-the-art online store, email marketing and customer support. All at a fraction of the cost of setting it up yourself. Start selling products to your loyal clients online. Right now. Salon Only will create a brilliant website on your behalf, with you in creative control. We pay you 20% of all sales made through your online store. This commission will be paid straight into your account on the 7th day of the following month. • Online store creation (fully mobile-responsive) • Access to world-renowned brands • Store management • 5 payment options • Hosting • Salon Locator • Social Media plug-ins • Integrated Customer Service facilities • Email marketing support • Detailed reporting Click HERE to sign up. Fill in your details, you will then be sent an email so that you can send back to us your Personalised content like Logo’s and images that you want on your store as well as contact information and In salon information. We pay you 20% of all sales made through your online store. Along with your monthly commission payments, you will also receive a sales report and sales confirmation in real-time. You won’t believe how easy it is. You might also enjoy... Hairnews Chair Rental Resource will be Published Soon: Here’s How to be Included Important Industry Update: Information on Bargaining Council Charges How Well do Masks Work?

We at Hairnews have seen how more and more salons are offering chair rentals, often in addition to employment opportunities, to give a more flexible approach to the stylists who need to relocate and service their clientele. With so many salons offering this service and so many stylists in need of it, Hairnews has decided it will be easier to publish a special resource where all the chair rentals are listed in one place, so you can look through and see what is available and most suitable for you. We will be publishing our Chair Rental Resource twice monthly, at the end of each month and in the middle of each month. If you would like to book a slot in the Chair Rental Resource at R450 excl VAT for three months, including publication twice a month and permanently searchable on the Hairnews site, please email info@hairnews.co.za. You can include a designed ad or we can make it up for you with wording and photos. The ad must include the area you are in, and any other details or selling points you would like to share. We look forward to bringing this service to the industry and hope that it is useful in helping salons and hairstylists find the perfect match and location in these post-Covid times! Book your spot now at R450 total for three months (excl VAT) Email info@hairnews.co.za You might also enjoy... How Post-Covid Trade Tests Are Being Done Cruise Ship Update: Interview with Nadine Brits, Part 2 Face Shields or Masks: Which is Safer?

Hair: Joseph Koniak for Revamp Professional Make up: Solange Koniak and Jules Roman Styling: Bernard Connolly Photography: Ashley Martin You might also enjoy... Important Industry Update: Information on Bargaining Council Charges How Well do Masks Work? Mask Headache? Here’s a Great Tip