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Barbering is the latest, hottest, must-have trend... and Paul Mitchell is hosting an international barbering seminar where you’ll be able to learn from the biggest talents in barbering, and experience the brand new MVRCK barbering range. International superstar Fern the Barber, who developed the MVRCK range, will be on stage showcasing his skills, with our incredible South African talents Grant Jenkins and Eric Way. This is going to leave you super-inspired with skills, direction and trends to keep your clients on the sharp edge of men’s fashion, as well as super-profitable, efficient techniques to reward you for your time and talent behind the chair. Here’s a video of Fern the Barber to inspire... below are seminar details and the link to book your tickets now! DATES: 30 July: Johannesburg Turbine Hall, Newtown CLICK HERE 31 July: Durban Waterfront Hotel CLICK HERE 2 August: Cape Town East City Studios CLICK HERE TIMES: 08:30 - 13:30 TICKETS: R500.00 Like International Barbering Seminar’s FB page HERE

Where can an ambitious learner go to receive the best, top quality Afro hairdressing education at a world-class facility? The answer: The Dark & Lovely Academy in Johannesburg. This Seta-accredited facility is dedicated to building the skills of students, so that they can reach their full potential and achieve maximum career success. As well as intensive hairdressing education, students learn how to run their businesses, handle clients professionally, and work with discipline. The Courses Catering for every skill level and budget, the Academy offers a variety of courses. The 2-year Full Accreditation course is the most intensive – the gold standard of education. The 4-month Beginners Course gives valuable theory education and a thorough understanding of the industry. The 8-week Advanced Course is tailored towards developing skills and introducing modern hairstyles and techniques, upstyling and colouring. The 2-week intensive Trade Test Preparation Course is for experienced hairdressers who need to brush up skills and theory before qualifying. Staffed by dedicated instructors who are invested in the empowerment and successes of their students, the Academy is an accredited Trade Test centre, so students can do their test on site. What’s Ahead for 2018 Monthly “pop up” events will be held until the end of 2018. These open days will showcase the Academy to prospective students, so they can be inspired to book a course and supercharge their career. The upcoming Dark & Lovely Golden Scissors Competition will involve the Academy. One of the most talked-about events at Golden Scissors is the intensive Boot Camp education, facilitated by the Academy, which the finalists attend. To learn more about the Dark & Lovely Academy or book a course, contact 061 698 5030 / 087 357 8686 Address: The Markade, corner President and Kruis Streets, Johannesburg. Website: www.darkandlovelyacademy.com

We love this edgy, trendsetting collection with brilliant use of colour and form. Hair: Melenie Tudor Photos: William Barrington Binns MUA: Katie Moore Styling: Sabina Saga and Laura Thapimkuna

Congratulations to Daniela Blignaut from Cutting Edge Salon in the North West Province. You have won a mystery prize, just for opening your Hairnews daily newsletter. We will be in touch to award you this week’s prize, which is a lovely Woolworths shopping voucher! Spoil yourself on us, and don’t forget to open your Hairnews daily, to earn your reader rewards!

VEAUDRY Does it again! They have become known for their “technology that cares” since 2006 and have delivered stunning limited editions time and time again. But this time they have shattered the mold, and delivered the most mesmerizing collection we have ever seen – WELL DONE! We have all seen the trends for unicorn’s and mermaids with these muted pastel tones on everything in our lives, it is stunning, and fair to say that we are all in love. Veaudry international has combined global fashion trends and expert professional technology to give us a range of stylers that not only perform at optimum levels with total temperature control, but also look gorgeous too. The Team at Veaudry have shared some truly captivating salon promotions, to help salons bolster sales during the winter months – So get in touch with them today to see how this can benefit your salon. Email today on info@veaudry.com More About Allure: The name itself conjures up emotions of intrigue and charm that tempts us to want more! The colours resonate with the pastel tones that we are seeing in fashion trends globally. The VEAUDRY ALLURE COLLECTION is the most desirable hair accessory that every woman needs – if you have not been tempted to upgrade to a Veaudry yet, Now is your chance – with its beguiling charm you will be the envy of your friends. Email today on info@veaudry.com

Competitors, this is a reminder that entries for the L’Oréal Colour Trophy close on 31 July. This is your chance to have your creative work assessed by six international icons of the hairdressing industry! The judges for this event are Berni Ottjes, Bertram K, Jack Howards, Matthew Collins, Min Kim, and Sophia Hilton. Six of the most renowned, trendsetting, dynamic and creative international hairstylists today! And here’s a video of these icons, telling you how excited they are to be assessing your work. Are you inspired? Put together your creative, trendsetting look, and you will have your work assessed by this panel. They’re looking for your visionary interpretation of colour trends – so don’t delay... dream up your winning style and submit your photo by 31 July! For more info and to enter, go to www.colourtrophy.co.za Want to attend the Colour Trophy finals live show, and the amazing Guylaine Martel seminar? Ticket sales for the show and the seminar will be open by 1 August. For more info email tarryn.bloem@loreal.com

It’s a gorgeous, multifaceted, intense blue... refreshed from a previous application, and here’s how the Blu Gel team did it! Ends were pre lightened previously and previous blue had faded. Product used was Goldwell Elumen 1/2 Bl@all + 1/2 Tq@all. Cut by Shantal Benecke and colour by Dylan Shrives. Blu Gel, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg: 033 386 8769

Matrix global educator and artistic director Danielle Keasling is the guest star at the Matrix Color Festival on 12 August. This evening will focus on the latest trends and wearable hair fashion that will delight and inspire you and your salon clients. It will include awesome giveaways, entertainment, food, drink, and the chance to party the night away! Take your career to the next level with Danielle’s incredible trend inspiration. Here’s a showcase of Danielle’s recent work. When: Sunday evening 12 August Where: Katy’s Palace Bar, Sandton Investment: R700 per person To Book: Contact your Matrix representative or email Shelley.adams@loreal.com With more than 17 years’ experience in the salon industry, Danielle has a passion for texture and styling, with an amazing eye for colour. Her in-depth knowledge and background allows her to create on-trend styles that are fashion-forward while being wearable for the everyday consumer. Her work has been recognised worldwide, and she is a member of the CBC Artistic Team, the Intercoiffure Artistic Design team, and on the development board for Great Lengths and Hairuwear USA. Danielle does session work for print, runway, marketing campaigns, commercial, weddings and film... and also volunteers her time and talent doing charitable makeovers for cancer victims and their families.

On Saturday 7 July, it was the grand opening of That Barber Shop, at 7 Blaauwberg Road, Bloubergstrand. This stunning barber emporium and academy is the brainchild of Rian van Skaap of We Married Hair. That Barber Shop, tagline “We Speak Dude”, opened doors with a stunning evening of hair inspiration, giveaways, prizes, and appearances by VIP hairdressers including special guest artist Guy Kleinhaus. It promises to be a fantastic and trendy addition to Cape Town’s barbering scene, and we look forward to seeing it go from strength to strength. That Barber Shop: Tel 083 204 5406.

You’ll adore these happy clients, wowed by their rainbow hair – the video is from Blondies of Melbourne, Australia. How can you make a happy video for your salon showing real clients?

Congratulations to all the medallists, and the gold winners who will represent South Africa at Goldwell’s Global Zoom Challenge in Toronto! The international judging panel awarded gold medals to Global Creative Colorist winner Donovan Grove from DNA Salon, Bedfordview, and New Talent Colorist winner Mia Crous from Erina’s Hair and Beauty, Cape Town. They will be jetting off to the Global Zoom event in Toronto from 29 September to 2 October, where they will represent South Africa on stage! The Medallists Announced Global Creative Colorist Gold Winner: Donovan Grove - DNA Salon, Bedfordview Firstly thanks for the awesome opportunity and thanks to Goldwell for this platform. I feel excited and more ready now in my life for international competitive experience than ever. I thank my team, DNA Salon, who stand behind me in every regard. Without that support none of these things are possible. I can also assure you I’ll give it my all on behalf of South Africa in Toronto, thanks for everything and a good day to all, one love!!! Silver Winner: Jake Yardeni - Jake & Co Hairbar, Johannesburg Thank you to Goldwell for the opportunity to compete and get close to winning. It' was an amazing experience being back on the competition floor, and well done to Donovan... Until next year! Bronze Winner: Michelle Liebenberg - @Style, Kuruman When I made the top 5 last year I already couldn't believe that me, a small town hairstylist, could be a finalist amongst these great stylists. I am stoked and grateful to be the bronze winner this year. I love the excitement of competitions and the opportunity to show my talents. I look forward to the future and what's to come. Global New Talent Colorist Gold Winner: Mia Crous - Erina’s Hair & Beauty, Cape Town When I received the amazing news, I couldn't believe what I heard. This was the second time I entered, and I can actually see how much I grew since the first time. My model and I had so much fun throughout the whole process, and I really liked the theme, Elemental, as I could relate to the nature, futuristic, alien, raw and undone look. I am in another world when I'm on stage and can't wait to experience the vibe and compete with international champs. I am proud and privileged to be chosen to represent Goldwell South Africa in Toronto. Silver Winner: Anri Smith - Hair by Anri @The Gallery, Krugersdorp This has been an incredible experience! It has been a game changer and opened up a new path in my career. I am extremely proud of my achievement and would like to thank Goldwell for the opportunity. Looking forward to next year! Bronze Winner: Yvette de Beer - Scar Hair, Cape Town This was my very first hair competition entry. I enjoyed the experience and learned so much! The competition was strong and I am thrilled to have placed in the top 3. Congratulations Mia and Anri! Congratulations to all the medallists, and wishing Donovan and Mia every success, and an incredible experience, at the Goldwell Global Zoom championships! Love Goldwell’s opportunities for competitive stylists? Like their Facebook page HERE.