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Hi All As you all may know by now we are facing a major challenge to our economy and more specifically our business. The spread of the Covid-19 virus is going to put our society and salons under major pressure. We cannot sit back and have a business as usual attitude. We need to be proactive and come up with intelligent and innovative ideas to help us survive. Our business is about touching people, so we need to address the concerns of both our clients and our staff. We need to do 2 things. Firstly, we need to focus on the hygiene in our salons, not only for our clients but our staff. Secondly, We need to make our clients comfortable about visiting our salons. It is important that you tell your clients the measures you are implementing in your business. Communication will be very important both in your business and on your social media pages. Everyone is concerned and weighing up the options of everything they do. Clients will need to feel safe when visiting your salon. I suggest you take the following measures: Your salon needs to look like it knows and understands the dangers of the situation Have open discussions with you staff and get their buy in, ensure they understand that this affects everyone economically and their health. Put up posters regarding hygiene and symptoms of the disease in your salon, again this is to show your clients you are taking their wellbeing seriously. Try space out your clients in your salon and tell them why you are doing it. Every station should have a sanitizer on display and available for all to use. Sanitize your equipment before every client and do it in front of them. Use disposable towels. Ensure your staff wear face masks and gloves in your salon. Wash your hands after every client. Send sick staff home. Your clients’ 1st instinct will be to stay away from salons, give them a reason not to! Be intelligent, be safe and be aware. Stav Dimitriadis For more information on Twincare’s products and equipment, including: Sanitiser Disinfectant Disposable Towels Product Ranges including the super-affordable, top quality Biosense range Contact 011 305 1600 or visit www.twincare.co.za Twincare TPOs Remember that the TPOs countrywide offer convenient one-stop shopping experiences where salon professionals can buy exactly what you need – budget friendly and no minimum orders. Call ahead with what you need and it will be waiting when you arrive for a quick, easy and safe shopping experience. Find your local TPO HERE You might also enjoy... Biosense Gold Shampoo: Luxury Launches Locally Introducing REF: Sustainable Natural Beauty for Hair TPO Profiles: Twincare Professional Outlet Pretoria

Now you can create fantasy colours with metallic, nude and pastel hair reflections, in just 3 to 10 minutes, with guaranteed long lasting results. The Be Color 12 Minute Oxidation Toners are delicate, effective, and available in 12 trendy and sought-after shades. These Ammonia-free toners are enriched with caviar, keratin and collagen to provide luxurious condition, strength and vitality, for a beautiful, healthy and shiny result that will last. For best results, these fashion-forward shades should be used on hair pre-lightened with Be Color Deco 9 Bleach. This compact blue bleaching powder respects the hair and is enriched with caviar, keratin and collagen. It allows you to bleach up to 9 tones, and is suitable for all bleaching techniques. Be Hair’s Ingredients Explained Caviar: A rich and precious ingredient that has a restructuring, revitalising and antioxidant action, a real “luxury” for the hair. Rich in micronutrients, protein, mineral salt, amino acids, phospholipids, essential fatty acids, vitamin A, E, D and omega fatty acids, it prevents the formation of free radicals and fights hair dehydration. Keratin: This precious protein, which is one of the fundamental elements of hair, is able to bind hair structure giving tone and strength. It has a reinvigorating and recompacting action, restoring the protein loss from hair fibre, strengthening it and making it more resistant, solid, robust and repaired. Collagen: A natural protein responsible for cell cohesion and rich in amino acids, it revitalises hair and balances its hydrolipidic film for elasticity, body and density, and a filling action. If you would like to experience the fast-working, effective Be Hair range in your salon, or try out a product, contact our friendly team today. Contact SA Beauty Distributors - www.sabeautydistributors.co.za Head office: 021 551 2904 Email orders@sabeautydistributors.co.za You might also enjoy... Be Curativa Range: Advanced Technology Optimises Scalp Health Be Hair: Perfect Colour in Half the Time Latinoil Chia Jojoba Treatment for Damaged Hair

Long hair maestro, Patrick Cameron, understands we are living in difficult and complicated times, and he has come up with an inspirational way for hairdressers around the globe to find their creative happy place by launching Education in Isolation. Weekly broadcasts will provide hairdressers with a step by step tutorial and the opportunity to ask both Patrick and his Creative Director, Marco Erbi questions and receive the answers in real time. Providing hints and tips on creating his iconic long hair looks, Patrick will showcase a new look each week and review the products and tools he has used to create the look. “This is a really exciting project for me, “ adds Patrick. I’m delighted to have the opportunity to motivate and excite hairdressers from around the world, when many are subjected to isolation. Developing our skills is fundamental to our growth as hairdressers and my broadcasts are the perfect way to do this.” Using the live streaming feature on both Instagram and Facebook on alternative weeks, Patrick will be presenting Education In Isolation each Monday at 10.30am, with the next session taking place as a Facebook Live broadcast on Monday 23rd March 2020. Tune in and be inspired HERE You might also enjoy... Meet the Team at Slick Salon Solutions Redken Brews Thickening Range Launches Bridal How-To: Buoyant Braid by Juanmy Medialdea, Spain

Many know of Slick Salon Solutions as a distributor of L’Oréal Professional Products, Mycro Keratin and other professional salon products but not many know about the team that makes up this “slick” service driven operation. Slick Salon Solutions is made up of a powerhouse of industry knowledge and long lasting professional relationships. The team combined has a whopping 120 years of experience in the Professional Hair & Beauty realm. Meet the Team Brandon Randall Brandon joined L’Oréal in 1996 as a Sales Consultant for both L’Oréal Professional and Kérastase. Then being appointed as Key Accounts Manager for L’Oréal Professional in 1999. Being promoted to Commercial Director of Redken in 2003 and proving his worth further he took on the challenge of General Manager of Matrix in 2007. After 14 years with the Beauty Powerhouse, Brandon took a leap of faith and opened Slick Salon Solutions and has been the Managing Director since 2011. Laura Randall Joined L’Oréal in 1995 in Durban on Lancome, winning top Sales in 1998 and having the opportunity to visit both Paris & London. Then she worked abroad in the UK on the sales team for both Lancome and Elizabeth Arden. Returning home she joined the L'Oréal Professional Products Team in representing both Kérastase and L’Oréal Professional. In 2001 she left L’Oréal and moved to Johannesburg as a sales consultant for Elizabeth Arden. Then she made the move into professional nail products with Essie and looking after the Foschini’s and Dream Nail groups. Returning back to L’Oréal in 2007 as the Vichy Key Accounts and Category manager, Laura left in 2010 to take over as the Matrix Agent in Pretoria while she and Brandon started Slick Salon Solutions from their garage. Andy Kunz Started at L’Oréal SA in 1996, Firstly on L’Oréal Professional and then moved up to Kérastase. Heading up KZN as Regional Manager for 10 years. Refusing to give up the Durbs lifestyle and relocate to JHB, he took up the challenge as the Matrix Agent for the area. Starting from “0” he did this for 6 years , then went into partnership with Brandon to open up the distribution in the area. Richard Miranda Joined L’Oréal in 1988 as the National Sales Manager for all the Brands. Spent a few years abroad with Loreal in Sydney & Melbourne. He then left to join the Music Industry – spending 14 years at David Gresham Records. Making his comeback to the Hairdressing Industry with Slick in 2015 and is in charge of the Mycro Keratin Brand within the stable. Arnold Shamrock Joined the L’Oréal Professional Products team in 1989 , after being employed by Richard Miranda. Spending 15 years with the company, he was promoted from Sales Consultant on L'Oréal Professional to Sales Manager on Kérastase. He took a break from the industry and rejoined the hairdressing world 2 years ago as the Sales Manager for Slick Salon Solutions. Marie van Zyl Joining the world of Luxury in 2007, first with Tag Heuer SA, then spending 4 years with Dermalogica South Africa as their Strategic Brand Manager. She joined L’Oréal Professional Products Division and with her passion for the hairdressing industry, became Business Unit Manager of Kérastase in 2015. She then left the hustle and bustle of City Life to open a Luxury Hair Salon in Nelspruit. Marie joined the Slick Team in 2019 as the company's Virtual Marketing Consultant, to assist in building the brand's online presence and then as a partner in the Nelspruit Distribution Branch. For more information about this incredible team and how they can bring about positive change and increased success in your business contact 0861 1 SLICK. You might also enjoy... Slick Salon Solutions Business Seminar Report Back Scissors on Main Drought Outreach: Day 1 in Video Signing up with Steiner: What to Expect in your Interview

An exciting launch from the phenomenal Redken Brews range addresses the number one concern of male clients – thinning hair. Thickening Shampoo is formulated especially to improve the appearance of advanced thinning, and thin hair. It gently cleanses and strengthens the hair while stimulating and nourishing the scalp, and strengthens the hair fibre to prevent breakage. Gents will love its invigorating ginger mint fragrance which makes hair feel super-clean and fresh, as well as revitalised. Instant Thickening Spray works by increasing the diameter of each strand, to instantly create the appearance of fullness and density. It also helps strengthen the hair fibre to prevent breakage. For more information on these must-have new products, and the advantages of stocking the Redken Brews range in your salon, contact your Redken sales consultant or email Richard.nienaber@loreal.com You might also enjoy... Redken Education Dates for 2020 Redken Artists Photo Shoot in Cape Town Styles: Imbue Collection by Urban Chic, Australia

Congratulations to every nominee in the categories for which an industry vote was required. We were astounded by the awesome levels of support, and the numbers of votes that poured in. It was incredible to see the spirit and enthusiasm that these awards generated. It is encouraging to see the passionate levels of support that salons have for the brands they love – and this more than anything, translates to clients in the form of retail sales and colour services, that can be done with confidence and passion. Congratulations, too, to our industry personalities who rock the industry, inspire others, and become the icons that others look up to. We are privileged to have the most amazing educators, mentors and hairdressing heroes in South Africa, who have influenced the lives and careers of thousands. Well done to our winners, but the truth is that the biggest winner is our hairdressing industry, and we are proud to see the passion and proactivity that will see salons through the good times and the more challenging times alike! Thank you all for your participation and votes in the Hairnews Awards. You might also enjoy... Why I Love my Dyson Supersonic: by Marchelle Geyser Take your Vision to the Next Level and enter Wella TrendVision 2020 Milkshake Decologic Conditioning Blue Lightening Powder

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The latest exciting launch in the top quality, locally produced Biosense range is the Gold Shampoo – its stunning packaging inspired by the City of Gold’s skyline. The top quality formulation is intensively moisturising, offering a hydrating solution for all hair types. The shampoo is enriched with Argan Oil for maximum shine and flexibility. This shampoo will transform dry, damaged, or frizzy hair, for a sleek, shiny and manageable result. This sulphate-free shampoo can be used on chemically processed hair, and is ideal for use in the salon or for homecare. Best of all is the retail price point. At a recommended retail price of just R220, this is a truly affordable quality option for budget conscious clients who need effective professional homecare solutions. For more information on the Biosense range, or to place an order, contact 011 305 1600 or email lindzeyt@twincare.co.za Biosense is also available for salons and hairstylists to purchase at all the Twincare Professional Outlets countrywide. You can find a full list HERE. You might also enjoy... Spotlight on the TPOs: Twincare Professional Outlet Pretoria Dramatic Makeover Goes Dark by Stefan Ellis, Colour Lab Hair Studio Coronavirus Advice from a Pathology Professor

Intercoiffure South Africa has honoured the iconic Johan Nortje as he has been instrumental in growing Intercoiffure South Africa. Johan has been an Intercoiffure Mondial member since 1986, during which time he served as Fashion Director, the Oceania Fashion Director since the inception of the regions. He has built the careers of many aspiring hairstylists during his time in the industry. Johan has served under past Intercoiffure presidents such as Barry Morris, Richard Weiss, Frikkie De Jager, Jean Witte, Ezra Isaacs and our current President Anel Cloete. Johan has always selflessly shared his passion for fashion and success in his business. He started the Oceania region together with June Wilde from Perth who is currently part of the central committee in Paris. He worked tirelessly and travelled to Paris extensively to grow our region. He graciously recommends his clients to Intercoiffure friends and members while they travel. We acknowledge and give thanks for his unselfish dedication, humility, creativity, commitment and efficiency. His incredible photo shoots and makeovers are a legend in the industry and while he is best known for this, Johan has also contributed towards numerous charitable initiatives. He has raised money for the Children of Fire project, worked at the charity golf events together with L’Oreal Professionnel, and donated towards the Hair Mats to save the environment. A decision was made to honour Johan with honorary Intercoiffure membership for his outstanding contribution towards ICD and total commitment and support. Johan remains a great inspiration and mentor to all and will always have Intercoiffure at heart. Johan Nortje has always been a phone call away to advise and assist on any matter. Thank you, Johan, and congratulations on this well deserved accolade. You might also enjoy... Fanola: Full Overview of our Bestselling Ranges L’Oreal Colour Trophy 2020 Entries Are Open 2 for 1 Special on Smittens Make Up Remover Mitten – the Perfect Salon Retailer

A stunning, flowing, texturised style is filled with life and movement. Here’s a detailed explanation of how to achieve the look. Step 1: Prepare the hair by using a curling iron with a diameter of 38 mm to create subtle waves throughout the hair. Brush the hair, apply a little shine and you are ready to start working. Step 2: Separate the hair at the front, take a section from the crown and tie it in a ponytail with a hair tie, twist it in on itself and de-structure it a bit. Step 3: Take a section from the right side, make a braid and pull it behind so it sits on top of the hair tie in the ponytail. Open up the braid a little. Step 4: Perform the previous step on the opposite side. Step 5: Take the lateral sections, twist them in on themselves a little and cross them over each other, securing them at the base. Step 6: The remaining hair is divided into two equal sections and separated into two pigtails. Step 7: Open up the ponytail and place the pigtails one over the other. Step 8: Repeat the previous step, but this time using a clamp to help support and hold the hair in place, thus allowing for an easier workspace. Step 9: Continue repeating the previous step until you finish the entire length of the hair. Step 10: As a final touch, open the strands of the braid to achieve a more buoyant effect. Step 11: Use a headdress if appropriate Hair: Juanmy Medialdea, Spain Photography: Santo Palomo MUA: Sergio Peña Stylist: Juanmy Medialdea Modelling Agency: Nofuentes models You might also enjoy... Avant Garde Collection by Kylie Hayes, New Zealand Iconic Chase Meakin Joins Muk Veaudry as Artistic Director Indola EdYOUcation Dates for 2020

Since its launch last year, the Fanola range has rocked SA salons and given clients effective options for bleaching, colour, care, treatment and styling. Here’s your at-a-glance overview of what this incredible range offers your salon and clients. Fanola No Yellow Range The hero range is, without a doubt, the Fanola No Yellow Range, ideal for those clients who long for cool undertones without any brassiness. The range consists of the purple pigmented No Yellow Bleach, 4 lifters, 3 no yellow colours, 3 no yellow toners, 3 no yellow super lighteners, and an aftercare range consisting of the violet-pigmented no yellow shampoo and mask, and the blue pigmented no orange shampoo and mask. Made in Italy, this range is animal-cruelty free. Fanola Botugen Botox Treatment This super-effective treatment has rocked the industry! It repairs from the inside, restoring damaged hair to silky smooth perfection. It’s the only professional programme for the restructuring of brittle, damaged hair that effectively penetrates the cortex. It is sulphate and salt-free. This four step treatment is quick and super effective. It does not require ironing, only blow drying. Fanola Nutri Care Range for Dry, Frizzy Hair Designed especially for dry, frizzy hair, this provides powerful restructuring, hydration and nourishment. It includes a restructuring shampoo and conditioner, a restructuring mask, a leave in conditioner, leave in restructuring lotion, and restructuring fluid crystals. The range is enriched with aloe vera, linseed oil, milk proteins, mango oil and argan oil. Fanola Styling Tools for Ultimate Creativity This styling and finishing range consists of innovative and function products that are innovative, exclusive and reliable. Three powerful technologies will transform your styling techniques: • Humidity Free Technology: Protects from humidity, flatness and frizz – ideal for warmer weather. • Memory Technology: Allows products to be reactivated with water so styles can be maintained for longer with less retouching. • Thermo Technology: Protects hair from straighteners, dryers, and other heated tools. The range consists of hairsprays, mousses, 2 volume sprays, 1 curl control fluid, 1 curl defining cream, 2 waxes, 1 pomade, 2 gels, superlight shine spray, split end controller and preventer serum and our absolute favourite... our Liss style smoothing fluid. Are you keen to experience the Fanola difference and join the leaders of the no-yellow world? Get in touch with us today! Email: orders@queenbhairextensions.com Call: 031 826 5777 Follow us on Instagram You might also enjoy... Introducing Fanola: The Leaders of the No Yellow World Why Clients Go Crazy for Fanola Botugen Botox Fanola’s No Yellow Ultra Lightener for 9 Levels of Perfect Bleaching

Winners of each category in the Hairnews Awards will receive unique, customised, handmade trophies to display in their salon. Hairnews asked the famous Ignatius Chinyani, who is a renowned local artist and sculptor living in Johannesburg, to create these trophies. The brief was a metalwork interpretation of a hairdressing scissor – rugged, bold and eyecatching! We want these trophies to be a talking point in the salon or company who wins them, that represent a unique piece of art and also, very importantly, support our local creative talent. After all, that’s what the Hairnews Awards is all about. For more examples of Ignatius’s work, like his Facebook page HERE. Remember that the voting category winners will be announced at 6 pm on Sunday 15th March on Hairnews Facebook and Instagram. The judging category winners will be announced at 6 pm on Sunday 22nd March on Hairnews Facebook and Instagram. You might also enjoy... Hairnews Awards: Shortlists Announced in Judging Categories Hairnews Awards: Meet the Judges Hairnews Awards: Longlists Announced