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As the industry gets ready to reopen, Salon Products is the online partner that can help you supply your clients with the exact haircare they need – and also equip yourself with custom-sized deliveries of tint, backbar, and other essentials. This allows you to have every resource at your fingertips, without spending any more money than you need to! For Your Clients Your clients can order from a massive range of fabulous professional retail – you receive the commission! Products are couriered to their door with free delivery on orders of over R600 You can consult with them remotely and recommend the right products for their needs, giving all the service with none of the risk It’s easy for them to purchase a combination of different ranges so that you can customise the best solutions for their shampoo, conditioner, treatment and styling needs, and families can shop together with one delivery! For Your Salon You can choose from a wide range of professional tint and backbar ranges, choosing exactly the quantities you need, based on the clients who will be in your chair. With seamless door to door courier delivery, you will be equipped to restart within just a few days. This allows you to order based on your clients’ haircare and budgetary needs, even if it is a range you have not previously stocked. No minimum orders are required and any professional hairstylist may order anything available from our Bulkshop, to get your business on the go. You can order products from different brand houses if you need them, and they will arrive in one convenient parcel. Salon Products also offers you the best and most up to date marketing advice, ensuring that you can widen your reach and market beyond your current client network, allowing more clients to use your salon code when ordering! For a low subscription fee of just R99 per month, all of this and more can benefit you! Watch the video for more information on how Salon Products works Sign up now and start earning, or contact us for more info. Click HERE to Sign Up with Salon Products and let us start this amazing journey. To ask any questions, please contact us on 082 302 6009. Visit our website HERE - remember that our web address is www.salonproduct.co.za (not products) You might also enjoy... Profit From Selling Salon Products Direct To Clients Government Still Working on Industry Protocols for Reopening My Salon Software: Grab the Lockdown Special Now

Take heart! Remember that a month ago, we were classified in Level 1. Since then, positive engagement with Government from our industry organisations (who have worked tirelessly ever since lockdown) as well as individual and collective pleas from affected hairdressers, as well as media coverage, have resulted in Government urgently addressing the protocols necessary to open in Level 3. Delays in finalising this are frustrating and discouraging but they are only temporary, as stated above. Now is the time for salons to start: • Reading up on business tips for making the most of restarting • Engaging with clients to give them the message that reopening is happening soon, and creating a list of "preferred VIP" clients who will be given priority booking • Ensuring that you have the necessary stock and retail, or access to retail delivery, to allow you to fulfil all demands when you reopen so that no client cannot obtain the service they need Hairnews is aware that during lockdown, some clients have obtained "home" hairdressing services. We do not feel that this represents a threat to well-run salons when official reopening starts. We are seeing, and will see, a surge of coronavirus cases and as this becomes more of a reality, clients are going to feel safer in a compliant and properly run salon that has all the necessary hygiene protocols in place. Businesses or individuals who can adapt to this asap, and ensure these protocols form part of a seamless, caring, friendly service, will have an advantage! Be one of them! Also remember that even though you have been through emotional hell, and that all salons and hairstylists are feeling bruised, battered, and at the end of their tether - clients want to come into an environment that is calm, peaceful and positive. They want a safe, caring, familiar service. Don't share negativity! (in the salon or on social media). If you require additional financial contributions to get you through the time after reopening, Hairnews will be sharing some ideas on how you can achieve these through your clientele, in a positive way that makes them feel as if they, too, are achieving value. Fun Tip: If you notice your client has a "home haircut" that you can see was done by somebody else, simply compliment them on what a good job they did cutting their hair themselves at home! "That was not a bad attempt at a DIY job! With a couple of years' training, you could make a hairdresser yourself!" Reminder to all salons: There is a lot of misinformation circulating on social media, some of it deliberately published. Before sharing or even commenting, check with the official industry sources whether the information is true and accurate. You might also enjoy... Industry Voices: Nicolene Bruwer-Els​ Salon Stock Trader Launches: Convert Your Stock to Cash with Instant Sales If He’s Not Just an Average Bloke Spoil Him with A Not So Avera…

Nicolene offers inspirational words to the industry. If you would like your voice to be heard, email a photo of yourself together with a short quote on: • Encouragement for the industry during this time • Constructive ideas on how you will make safety changes in your salon You can email belinda@hairnews.co.za – we would love to hear from as many voices as possible! You might also enjoy... Industry Voices: Erika Rabie​ Kadus Professional Celebrates 10 Years in South Africa If He’s Not Just an Average Bloke Spoil Him with A Not So Average Gift

Many salons have products, equipment and furniture they would like to sell second-hand. Salon Stock Trader brings together buyers and sellers of all professional products, brands and equipment, allowing for quick and easy sales, and for salons to obtain much-needed cash for excess or unwanted items. Salon Stock Trader has been created by a team of vastly experienced product distributors, sales consultants and salon owners to fulfil a need. Until now, it has been difficult or impossible for salons to sell or trade their excess or unwanted products for cash. This is particularly important in the era of Covid-19 where many salons need to make changes to their business, and cannot afford to carry excess or unwanted stock and equipment. Salon Stock Trader is a professional-only portal where hairstylists and salons can buy, sell and trade seamlessly and anonymously – allowing you to clear stock you no longer need, and to buy stock you do need. How it Works We do it all for you! You send us the quantities, pricing, product info, box sizing, pictures etc. There is an admin fee (free for opening month) of R75,00 per advert, and 15% commission will be deducted from the sale. This includes marketing and advertising of goods, admin, management of your goods, etc. Use KKZBW3TS Hairnews Code to Claim your No Charge Special You can choose whether to auction, trade or sell your stock. Auction: A 24 hour quick turnaround solution where you sell to the highest bidder – ideal if you are looking for a fast sale or if you are uncertain about the value of your items for sale. Stock Trader: You are open to other offers. Shop: You set the price and people can buy as soon as they accept your asking price. Keen to find out more? Register now on www.salonstocktrader.com Any questions? Please get in touch and we would love to assist! Use KKZBW3TS Hairnews Code to Claim your No Charge Special Contact Details Email: info@salonstocktrader.com Whatsapp or SMS: +27 66 207 2328 Website: salonstocktrader.com You might also enjoy... Post-Covid Business Facelift: A Guide to Reopening Lockdown Hair Inspiration by Shawn Bubb, Cutting Edge, Klerksdorp EOHCB Industry Update on Reopening

With salons reopening soon, it’s time to work smart, not hard, and to run your business in the most effective way. Using the appropriate version of My Salon Software for your business – large, medium or a one-person salon – can help you get started, and thrive, in the most effective way, while saving money! Contact us for more information. www.mysalonsoftware.co.za aletta@mysalonsoftware.co.za terry@mysalonsoftware.co.za You might also enjoy... My Salon Software Offers Free Loyalty Programme Kadus Professional Celebrates 10 Years in South Africa Back to Business: Sagemed Safety Equipment for your Salon

Craft is the latest colour collection from award-winning TH1 Hair Director, Thomas Hills and Lauren Killick. Comprising 11 stunning looks, the collection is in homage to creativity and colour in its boldest form, and an execution of pigment that’s wild at heart. Said Thomas: "This collection allowed us the opportunity to utilise a range of creative techniques, to showcase strong, global colour alongside more playful pigments – a riot of colour and discipline that’s perfect for the new season.” Hair: Thomas Hills + Lauren Killick, TH1 Hair, Oxted Make-up: Claire DeGraft Photography: Richard Miles Styling: Bernard Connolly You might also enjoy... If He’s Not Just an Average Bloke Spoil Him with A Not So Average Gift​ Back to Business: Sagemed Safety Equipment for your Salon​ Breezewood E-Commerce Salon Partnership Launches

Kadus Professional South Africa turns 10 this month! It’s been one incredible journey, and we’re so thankful for the continued support of our clients. And, for the dedication of Sales Reps who carry the heart of this brand to each of your salons. To celebrate this milestone, we asked a few of our clients to tell us why they love Kadus. Here’s what our stylists had to say! Jonathan Jordaan- Dash Hair Tessleigh - The Cottage Charlie - Charlie’s Angels About Kadus Professional For over 50 years, Kadus Professional has developed colour, care and styling products that deliver promised results, don’t compromise on professional quality, and aren’t expensive. The brand is passionate about giving small salons and independent hairstylists a range of high-quality products. Ones that allow them to express their creativity and to offer their clients world-class salon services and home care ranges. Kadus Professional educates stylists about the latest colour and cutting techniques and trends. Continued education allows your Kadus salon to offer a tailored service that suits your clients colour and styling preferences, lifestyle, and hair care needs. The brand exudes passion for creativity, for exceeding expectations and for offering products and services at a comfortable price. KADUS PROFESSIONAL COLOUR Kadus Professional offers hair colour that is gentle on hair yet provides lasting results. This colour is an extra rich cream colour formulated with Vitaflextion Microspheres. The technology in Kadus colour allows the colour pigment to deeply penetrate hair for evenly distributed colour, vibrant results, and extra shine. Kadus colour comes in a range of permanent shades from darkest brown to lightest blond. The brand also offers a variety of demi-permanent shades for low-commitment colour. KADUS PROFESSIONAL CARE The Kadus Care collection is formulated from a selection of ingredients that protects, nourishes, and repairs hair. Elements such as lavender, almond, which-hazel and mango deeply care for and refresh hair leaving it healthy, strong, and glistening. KADUS PROFESSIONAL STYLING Kadus Styling offers a choice between 10 different forms of styling products like mousses, gels, waxes, and sprays. The 3D-Sculpt Technology in the formula allows for instant body and fullness and flexible hold. The products are easy-to-use and perfect for an on-the-go lifestyle. Kadus Care and Styling lines use easy-to-understand symbols on each product that mimic hair strands and graphically express the product’s benefits. Chris Stofberg, MD of Modern Hair & Beauty had this to say, “This month marks the tenth anniversary of the launch of Kadus Professional in South Africa. Ten years ago, no-one here had heard of Kadus. Today it is one of the leading Lifestyle brands in our market. Some of our sales team and most of our clients who started with us ten years ago are still with us to this day. They carry this brand in their heart and show the rest of us how it is done. It has been an awesome journey. One we can be proud of.” We are celebrating this momentous occasion with a consumer offer on our website. Partnership salons know how to join and benefit from these sales. Please contact us on 0860 109 104 if you would like to find out how to become a Kadus stockist, or to speak to one of our Sales Representatives. Follow Instagram | Facebook

Reuzel Father’s Day packs on sale now! Father’s Day is around the corner, and you may be wracking your brain about what to gift dad. Hey, you may also be wondering what you can make available to your clients to gift theirs! Look no further, Reuzel has a gift pack that includes their famous spearmint scented 3-IN-1 Shampoo, a Shave Cream, a Green Scandle (wax candle) and a Draw String Carry Bag. The pack is valued at R655 but, for the promotional time, it retails at ONLY R395! Dads will love these products Our dads aren’t average. Most of us have a hero-dad story that we can tell. And so, it’s only fitting that our dads get a day of spoils. And what we mean by ‘day of spoils’, is gift him with products he’ll love to use, and let go about his manly-dad business. Reuzel 3-in-1 Shampoo Dad is in the shower. He does a dance; he sings a song – and that’s the most faff his routine has. His Reuzel 3-in-1 Shampoo gives him a one-step lather from head to toe. The 3-in-1 shampoo, conditioner, and body wash makes shower time easy, leaves him fresh and ready to show the day who’s boss. The spearmint-scented Reuzel 3-in-1 Shampoo cleanses and conditions hair, face and body and rinses without leaving residue. Reuzel Shave Cream Shaving is the ultimate prep before any dad-business can be done. Dad is standing in the bathroom, checking himself out in the mirror and stroking the shaving cream onto his face. His razor gently glides over his skin. Moments after you would not know that his face was anything but soft and smooth. The Reuzel Shave Cream allows for the most comfortable shave and reduces nicks and scrapes. About REUZEL (Pronounced ’roo-’zel) The founders of Reuzel, Leen and Bertus, started learning men’s haircutting when they were just fourteen years old. With their love of classic barbering and the influences of Rock ’n Roll, Kustom-Kulture and its subcultures, it was inevitable that one day Leen and Bertus would open Schorem Haarsnijder en Barbier, an old-school, men’s only barbershop in the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands. With more than 50 years of barbering and grooming experience, these barbers formulated pomades worthy of their exacting standards. They dug deep into the history of pomades to formulate Reuzel, believed to be the world’s finest pomade. Reuzel is the Dutch word for lard and is merely a wink to the past when pomades were made from animal fats and fragranced with apple. Reuzel products do not contain animal fats. Create classic and modern styles favoured by greasers, psychobilly’s, rockers and other fine gentlemen, with Reuzel grooming and styling products – from shampoo, to blow-dry, to finish. Contact Modern Hair & Beauty or your Sales Rep for the Reuzel Father’s Day Deal. Instagram | Facebook You might also enjoy... But First, Hair - Modern Hair & Beauty Tips to Re-Open with Excellence Wella Professionals National TrendVision Awards… Sebastian Professional Introduces Dark Oil: #RulesDontApply

By Marisa Dimitriadis, Managing Director of The Spa Consultants and Chief Business Coach of Spa Professionals Guild Whether you have opened fully, are open for only a few hours a day, or are preparing to open; I have consulted with various operators around the globe and I’m ready to assist you in the next phase of the Covid pandemic crisis with some insight and experiences from industry colleagues. One thing is for sure, whilst you might be relieved to get back to work, and excited to start generating revenue again, your new workplace will bring a lot of unforeseen concerns and a whole new set of challenges. A barber in Spain, where my father lives, told me that he is not sure what was more traumatic: going into lockdown or coming out of it. I found this explanation of his experience returning to work very interesting. Let’s look at some important tips to help you get ready to return to your own business. Have a VIP list. This is a list of clients and the services they would like to receive when you re-open. You cannot give clients a date or time until you know when you are opening, but this list will prevent total chaos when opening approaches. Once it arrives, you can simply work your way down your VIP list to book clients the services they requested. A lucrative by-product of initiating this conversation with your clients is that you may uncover a need for retail sales as clients navigate self-care at home. Guide clients to book all their services at the same time if possible. This reduces the amount of sanitization needed between clients, as they should be receiving all their services in one room. SOP training starts before you open and continues daily after opening until the system becomes a habit. It’s important to remember that you and your staff are collectively going into an entirely new way of operating, and it may be easy to forget these new protocols and systems put in place. I can’t stress it enough, start training early and keep the training up daily. Ease into your opening. Don’t be in a rush, and do not open until you are fully ready. Key to this is preparation. The sooner you begin preparing by purchasing appropriate PPE, creating signage, cleaning and sanitation, as well as client communication regarding the changes; the better. I suggest that you reduce the number of bookings per therapist on day one of reopening to 3/4 their usual limit to allow them time to acclimate. Your clients first impressions on day one will be remembered, so focus a lot of time and energy on making this a wonderful experience that they will talk about, and feel safe to return to. This can only happen if you are prepared and ease into your opening. Pivot. This is definitely the TOP BUSINESS WORD for 2020! If you have not found your pivot yet, best you hunt for it, embrace it and become obsessed with it. Understand that we will never go back to normal, you are going to create a new normal. How great and profitable your new normal will be, depends entirely on your pivot strategy. Beyond the pivot it is critical to propel that new strategy into effect. One idea of an industry pivot is to offer clients virtual consultations as well as product deliveries. Remember, not all clients will feel comfortable returning to the salon just yet. Take responsibility for your team’s wellness. First and foremost, take the time to assess the state of mind of your team members, and look for practical ways to assist them. Manage their ‘return to work anxieties’ and keep communication at an all time maximum. Some ideas to implement include check-in work on arrival and check-out work on departure; saying a team prayer at the start of each day and having a gratitude book wherein everyone writes what they are grateful for on a daily basis. You may even include clients in this book. Refer to our Employee Wellness Guide for many practical ideas. Find collaboration opportunities. It’s time for businesses to work together to grow and scale. Get creative and don’t disregard any suggestion as trivial - explore everything and brainstorm a plethora of different ideas. Consider cross-brand-promoting on social media, shared promotions and in-store activities to highlight new services and products, to name but a few. Re-evaluate your brand partners. “Through thick and thin, through good and bad”, if your brand partners have not been present or in contact and have not supported you during this traumatic time, you should seriously reconsider and seek to partner with like-minded suppliers. Your staff and suppliers are the lifeline of your business so now is a good time to make new partnerships that are more meaningful and profitable. Communicate and communicate MORE! In fact, don’t stop talking. Speak to clients, speak to staff, speak to suppliers, and landlords if you have them. Now, more than ever before, you must be keeping the lines of communication open. Leave nothing to assumption. Things are changing rapidly so be sure to communicate any and all changes/developments. RE-LAUNCH! Change your mindset from re-opening to RE-LAUNCHING! Why not look at going back to work as if you are about to open a new business, and tackle it that way. You will look at everything quite differently, but most importantly you’ll be open to the changes you see. I have one last word to leave you with. Become OBSESSED with your business and by doing so, you will not only embrace the new marketplace but you’ll also find new opportunities. Please join our community of like-minded professionals to ensure you keep learning and growing. Find us on Facebook and Instagram: Spa Professionals Guild. We have many business resources to ensure your smooth transition back into the work space, as well as coaching to ensure you keep growing. For more information or to contact Marisa, please email marisa@thespaconsultants.co.za Marisa Dimitriadis is Managing Director of The Spa Consultants and Chief Business Coach of Spa Professionals Guild. You might also enjoy... EOHCB Industry Update on Reopening What is the Timeframe for Salons to Reopen? UIF Ters Applications Now Open for May 2020

Astrologist Zema predicts your stars for June. For a full personalised reading, you can contact her on 083 430 1456. GEMINI 21 MAY - 20 JUNE Gem, its time to really think about that job opportunity you have been considering for too long. Any longer and you might lose the energy and the brain power to make it come true. Don’t let it disappear down the road and end up being disappointed in yourself. Being disappointed doesn’t go well with the love life either, which is actually doing quite well at the moment. So: The Message is: GET GOING! TODAY!! CANCER 21 JUNE - 21 JULY Too many things happening all at once at the mo. It’s time to take a breath and decide what is the most important and the most urgent. Deal with it and move on – Love life needs attention (as always), so if you can pull off a surprise for The Partner, you may find what you thought was moving away. Finances might be a bit tight right now, but if you use the Famous Brain you could come up with a fabulous idea! NOW would be good … LEO 22 JULY - 22 AUG You know what, Leo? You always have such good ideas and you’re so good at detail, you should be a millionaire by now. People seem to flock around you once you get going with something, and 99 out of 100 times, you’re spot on. So! If you want to be Rich and Famous, get on with it. You’re just as good at love life if you put your mind to it, and really know how to spoil the One You Want. How about some action here? VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEP Virg! You are so good at getting what you want - IF you can use what passes for Patience with you. An idea kind of smacks you in the middle of the night and you must pay attention … You’re an expert at rules and regulations, so use this gift strongly. It will make you the Hero/Heroine to family and friends, but could stretch even further to others. Without doubt, it will impress The Loved One. What more could you ask for? LIBRA 23 SEPT – OCT 22 Lib! You have this artistic gift that you keep ignoring … Don’t you think it’s time you paid attention to it? It may not make you Rich and Famous, but your popularity will soar higher than ever! Keep going, financial improvement is on the way but not yet. You need to pay attention also to your spirituality that has taken a bit of a step back lately. THINKING would be a good start. Time to do it - you’ll end up enjoying it. Really! SCORPIO 23 OCT – 21 NOV There’s something you should be doing that will open new paths for you, something that could change your life if you allow it or need it. It’s a famous occupation called Reading. There’s been something at the back of your mind that needs answers, so how about it? A book or two? This would also impress the Loved One and give him/her a changed attitude, maybe even inspiring more love and interest in you. How about THAT?? SAGITTARIUS 22 NOV – 21 DEC You don’t seem to be happy with the path you’re taking – it’s probably because you actually need to Think and Consider how to achieve what you want. One of the main things is True Romance, which is just around the corner, so thinking too long could make it drift away out of sheer boredom of waiting for you to make up your mind. Come on Sag, so much waiting for you, open the eyes and make some good decisions… CAPRICORN 21 DEC – JAN 20 You may be offered something really good at work and if you use The Brain (?) you may find that it is what you have been waiting for without even realizing it. Surprise! You can DO this! Just try and keep the bragging down when you get there, especially to the Loved One who may find it a bit irritating after a while so, of course, spoil The One, and make EVERYTHING worth it. Universe watching you … CLOSELY … AQUARIUS 20 JAN – 18 FEB Aqua! Stay awake here! Don’t be tempted to “lend” money to somebody with a sad story, you’ll never see it again. Even your partner thinks the same, so trust him or her. You seem to come up with a good idea for you and your partner concerning some special time together, but don’t argue when the two of you have different plans. This is a good time to become closer and spend Interesting time together. No arguments - Be Nice! Now. PISCES 19 FEB – 20 MARCH Whatever your favourite free occupation time, this is for you. NOW is the time to drag out that list of Undone Things and catch up with all Sorts of them.. You might even come across something that will fascinate you. You also have time to consider family plans and change things a bit. Consider your spiritual side too. In other words Pisky, no arguments, no shouting, no punching of windows etc. You even have some good books?? ARIES 21 MARCH – 19 APRIL Hide sharp instruments and stay away from people who drive you to thoughts of murder. Hard for an Aries the great Fire Sign, but it will calm your life down in many ways that you would not have expected. Keep in touch with your friends and family and every day you’ll learn something. How’s THAT for an achievement? Bury guns and sharp instruments. The stars are saying you are greatly loved. (WHY? would many people ask …) TAURUS 20 APRIL – 20 MAY True Taurus fancies luxury and right now you’re annoyed that you can’t quite pull it off. Suggesting Patience to Taurus is usually a waste of time, but what you CAN do is find someone that truly understands what you want and help you reach your target without using sharp instruments. Once you get to your target, DON’T forget the people who got you there. No idea why, but you have a lot of people wishing you only the Best … You might also enjoy... Lockdown Hair Inspiration by Shawn Bubb, Cutting Edge, Klerksdorp Back to Business: Sagemed Safety Equipment for your Salon Breezewood E-Commerce Salon Partnership Launches

Where does your inspiration come from? This gorgeous colour perfectly reflects the powerful beauty of a vivid sunset. Shawn is spending his lockdown time in his happy place, working on mannequins – and we’re happy now, too! Colour Created with Goldwell Elumen Play Follow Cutting Edge on Facebook HERE You might also enjoy... Back to Business: Sagemed Safety Equipment for your Salon EOHCB Industry Update on Reopening Cruise Ships will Sail Again: Sooner than you Think

Sagemed Medical and Nutritional Product Distributors are proud to offer the industry a range of quality essential equipment, competitively priced, for salons to get back to business fast and safely. We offer a range of medical supplies, including: Currently Available Sterile and non-sterile surgical masks – 3 ply surgical disposable Fully washable 4 ply face masks Sterile and non-sterile surgical gloves - Latex & Nitrile (orders will be placed once a week with importers and delivery times are 8-10 days) Face screens – 3 options on these visors Infra-red forehead thermometers Hand sanitizers and dispensers ... and more. Soon to be Available Disposable towels, capes, gowns, booties, hazmat coverall suits. If there is a demand for other items we will try and source them at competitive prices. Our business is a purpose driven mechanism within the medical supply distribution field, we offer excellent quality products at extremely competitive pricing. We view medical supply service as lifesaving, therefore we take medical provisions and delivery extremely seriously. Our products are sourced from the best local service providers/manufacturers as well as imported from the most competitive markets around the globe and our supply level agreements ensure consistent quality supplies and competitive pricing. Please get in touch, and we would love to assist you with fast, reliable delivery of your essential equipment. Contact us Leigh 082 940 5022 | Ernest 082 873 3486 leigh@re-lease.co.za or leigh@sagemed.co.za You might also enjoy... EOHCB Industry Update on Reopening What is the Timeframe for Salons to Reopen? UIF Ters Applications Now Open for May 2020