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Lessoan Thermoplastia is the formaldehyde-free, single- step straightening treatment redefining smooth, silky, healthy hair - powered by rosehip, acai, avocado and aloe vera for long-lasting straightening, deep reconstruction and 100% anti-frizz. Then send your clients home with the Lessoan Home Care range - Shampoo, Conditioner and Hydrating Mask, enriched with buriti oil, murumuru butter, hydrolyzed collagen and keratin - to protect the result and keep them coming back for their next appointment. ONE TREATMENT. ONE RETAIL RANGE. ONE LOYAL CLIENT. Enquire about becoming a LESSOAN salon today! Contact details: Tel: 021 552 2369 Email: georg@z-one.co.za marku@z-one.co.za Take Note Trading 188cc (Distributor of LESSOAN Cosmetique) 1 Indwe Road, Milnerton, Cape Town

From a slightly warmer, toned-out blonde to a fresh, seamless, icy blonde, from Suzel at Suzel Oosthuizen Hair. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Stylist: Suzel Oosthuizen Salon: Suzel Oosthuizen Hair Follow Suzel on Instagram @suzel.in.studio We'd love to feature your work! To get your styles, looks or colour formulas featured in Hairnews, send them either to brad@hairnews.co.za or DM them directly to our Hairnews Instagram page.

We are incredibly proud to announce the nominees for the 2026 Best Hairnews Supporter Brand Award. This year’s award is particularly special to us. Hairnews is proud to remain South Africa’s no.1 dedicated professional hairdressing trade media outlet, created specifically for the people working in the industry. And while we love bringing you the latest trends, launches, education, events, competitions and industry news, we simply couldn’t do what we do without the brands that continue to support professional trade media, we see you, we appreciate you and we are incredibly grateful for your support. ❤️ So, this award is our way of saying THANK YOU! AND NOW… IT’S YOUR TURN! From Thursday, 1 October, voting will officially open and you’ll get the opportunity to show some love to the brand that rocks your professional world! Whether it’s the brand you reach for behind the chair, the one that keeps you inspired, the one that invests in education, the one bringing you the products you love - or simply the brand that you feel deserves a little recognition - this is your chance to make your voice heard. Your favourite brand needs YOUR vote! OUR 2026 NOMINEES When the voting links go live, don’t just scroll past - VOTE! And if you have a favourite nominee, share the voting link and encourage your fellow industry professionals to get involved too. To all of our 2026 nominees - congratulations and thank you for being part of the Hairnews journey. And to everyone in the industry: get involved, have your say and support the brand that means the most to you! The Hairnews Team wishes every nominee the very best of luck in the voting round! 🏆

Hairnews is thrilled to announce that Salon Centric is coming on board as one of our official sponsors of the Hairnews Industry Awards 2026. We are excited to welcome Salon Centric to this year’s awards and to have the brand supporting our celebration of the creativity, talent, technical skill and passion that continue to drive South Africa’s professional hair industry forward. Supporting The Professionals Behind The Chair Kevin Tabilo writes... For too long, professional tools have been overlooked in the South African hair industry. Look at other markets around the world and you’ll find businesses dedicated entirely to professional salon tools and equipment, as well as stores built specifically for the barbering community. In South Africa, tools have traditionally been an add-on to businesses primarily focused on haircare. Salon Centric was created because we believe they deserve more attention than that. We know we’re a niche business, but that focus is exactly what allows us to take professional tools seriously. We get to obsess over scissors, brushes, electrical tools and everything in between, understand what makes them different and, most importantly, get them into hairdressers’ hands. It’s probably why we’ve been told more than once that we sell “hairdresser candy.” We quite like that description. As one of the official South African distributors of JAGUAR and TONDEO, we’re incredibly proud to bring some of the best professional tools in the market to South African hairdressers. But Salon Centric was never meant to be purely about selling products. We believe the right tools, combined with education and the opportunity to actually experience them, can help hairdressers build confidence in their craft. So when we had the opportunity to support the Hairnews Industry Awards 2026, we wanted to do more than put our logo on the event. We wanted to put some seriously good tools into the hands of the people doing the work. We’ve specially selected six prizes across the Men’s and Ladies’ competitions. We wanted each prize to be something a hairdresser could genuinely put to work behind the chair and, where possible, we’ve left some choice in the hands of the winners because tools are personal. MEN’S COMPETITION Gold Winner Prize: Jaguar Fade X Clipper Control you can see. Precision you can feel. For our Men’s first prize, we wanted something built for the kind of precision modern barbering demands. The J-CUT FADE X has a powerful 7,000 RPM motor combined with a FADE BLADE manufactured using MIM technology, giving you the power and control needed for clean blends, fades and transitions, even when you’re working through thicker hair. It comes with six guards ranging from 1.5 mm to 13 mm, including that all-important half guard, while the adjustable blade gives you another level of control when you’re working through a fade. Old school is always just way cooler. It’s cordless, well balanced, light and gives you up to 180 minutes of runtime, so this is a machine designed to actually work. A proper professional clipper for someone who takes fading seriously. Silver Winner Prize: Jaguar J-ANGO 7.0” A 7-inch barbering scissor with a micro-serrated cutting edge designed to give you control when working on fades, contours and detailed scissor work. We particularly like the stability of the wider dagger-style blade and the 7-inch length for barbering. But scissors are personal. If 7 inches isn’t your thing, we’ll happily work with the winner to swap it for a JAGUAR scissor of similar quality in a size that suits them better. And we don’t discriminate against lefties. If our winner is left-handed, we’ll make sure we find the right tool for you too. Bronze Winner Prize: Jaguar Professional Cape & Cutting Combs Something every barber and hairdresser actually uses. The black JAGUAR professional cape is suitable for both cutting and colouring, made from breathable polyester with an adjustable press-stud closure. Simple, useful and something that will earn its place behind the chair. We’ll also add a short and long JAGUAR cutting comb to complete the prize. LADIES’ COMPETITION Gold Winner Prize: Jaguar Diamond E, Gold Line This is a special one. The DIAMOND E sits within JAGUAR’s premium GOLD LINE and is one of our favourite all-round cutting scissors. Its convex blade and fully integrated cutting edge make it exceptionally versatile. Whether you love slicing, blunt cutting, point cutting or moving between different techniques throughout the day, this is the kind of scissor that can become a genuine workhorse. And because the best scissor isn’t necessarily the same size for everyone, our winner can choose their DIAMOND E from 5.0” all the way through to 7.0”. Choose the size that feels right for you and the way you cut. Silver Winner Prize: Jaguar T-Series Flashy Brush Set Now we’re getting into proper hairdresser candy. The T-Series FLASHY set includes four professional round brushes in 25 mm, 33 mm, 43 mm and 53 mm, each in its own colour. The ceramic-coated aluminium barrels distribute heat evenly to help speed up drying, while ionic technology helps reduce static and frizz and improve shine. From getting into shorter hair with the 25 mm to creating movement, volume and big polished blow-dries with the larger sizes, you’ve got a complete professional brush set in one seriously good-looking set. Bronze Winner Prize: Jaguar A-Line Comb Set Nine professional combs. One complete set. And this time, you choose the colour. Choose from Black, Violet, Pink, Rosé, Teal or Smaragd, subject to stock availability. The A-Line range is designed for professional salon use, with different combs covering cutting, sectioning and styling, so this isn’t a pouch containing nine versions of essentially the same thing. It’s the sort of set you don’t necessarily think you need until you have the whole thing sitting at your station. And yes, this probably qualifies as hairdresser candy too. WHY WE’RE DOING IT The hair industry has given me a career, friendships, opportunities and ultimately the chance to build Salon Centric. So being able to support the Hairnews Industry Awards and put professional tools into the hands of talented South African hairdressers means something to us. Salon Centric exists because we believe professional tools deserve the same focus, expertise and respect as the craft they serve. These awards celebrate that craft. We’re very happy to play a small part in it. Good luck to everyone entering. We can’t wait to see what you create. Salon Centric South Africa Obsessed with the tools of the craft. Contact Details: Cell: 082 560 9688 Email: kevintabilo@icloud.com Website: saloncentric.co.za Socials: Salon Centric Facebook: @Salon Centric South Africa Salon Centric Instagram: @saloncentricsa Jaguar Instagram: @jaguarsolingen Tondeo Instagram: @tondeosolingen

You don't just colour hair. You shape how she feels when she leaves your chair. RICH is our permanent colour system - 80 shades, 4 developers, PPD free and vegan - built with biomimetic protection, lipid balance and colour-stabilising antioxidants for predictable coverage and healthy-looking hair. Paired with a lightening system that matches protection to every level of lift, powered by Fermented Hyaluronic Acid - from gentle blonding to 9+ levels. Ready to stock the mood? Get in touch for pricing, ranges & in-salon displays. Contact details: Take Note Trading 188cc Tel: 021 552 2369 Email: georg@z-one.co.za

Michele worked her magic on this stunning wolf cut, creating all the right layers and texture for that effortlessly cool, lived-in finish. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Stylist: Michele Salon: Style Cafe Hair Design Follow Michele on Instagram @style.bymichele @stylecafehairdesign We'd love to feature your work! To get your styles, looks or colour formulas featured in Hairnews, send them either to brad@hairnews.co.za or DM them directly to our Hairnews Instagram page.

Hairnews is thrilled to announce that PHOERA is coming on board as one of our official sponsors of the Hairnews Industry Awards 2026. We are excited to welcome PHOERA to this year’s awards and to have the brand supporting our celebration of the creativity, talent, technical skill and passion that continue to drive South Africa’s professional beauty and hair industry forward. Beauty, Creativity & Education PHOERA is a brand that understands that great beauty looks are about more than just the finished result - they are about creativity, technique and having the right knowledge and products to bring an idea to life. As part of its commitment to education and supporting the beauty industry, PHOERA holds a makeup workshop every month at its offices in Pretoria, giving beauty professionals and enthusiasts an opportunity to learn, experiment and develop their makeup skills. This focus on creativity and education makes PHOERA a fantastic fit for the Hairnews Industry Awards, where we celebrate the talented individuals who continue to push boundaries and raise the standard of our industry. PHOERA Prizes For Our Winners As part of its sponsorship, PHOERA will be rewarding our Gold, Silver and Bronze winners with PHOERA shopping vouchers, that can be used on fragrances, make-up and skincare, for both male and female. Gold Winner: R1,000 PHOERA voucher Silver Winner: R800 PHOERA voucher Bronze Winner: R500 PHOERA voucher Whether you're taking home Gold, Silver or Bronze, there will be a little something from PHOERA waiting for you to add to your beauty collection. We are proud to have PHOERA join our growing group of official Hairnews Industry Awards sponsors, helping us make the 2026 awards a special celebration of the people, brands and businesses that contribute to our incredible professional industry. A huge thank you to PHOERA, for coming on board and supporting this year's awards. We are thrilled to have PHOERA as part of the Hairnews Industry Awards 2026. For more information about PHOERA and its products, visit the PHOERA website or social media channels below, or chat with Phoera's own AI assistant BLOOM by clicking HERE. Contact Details: Store Address: Plot 70 Tian St, Rynoue AH, Pretoria Email: pretoria@phoeracosmetics.co.za Tel: 012 942 6115 Website: phoeracosmetics.co.za Socials: Phoera Instagram: @phoeracosmeticssa Phoera Facebook: @Phoera Cosmetics

With Signature Look entries still flying in and requests for more time to enter, we have decided to extend our closing date for entries by 2 weeks. The Deadline for entries will be Friday 9th October 2026. Click HERE to Read the Category Brief and Rules The timeline for the Best Hairnews Brand Award will remain unchanged with nominations being announced at the end of September, and the industry voting will open 1st October 2026. The Hairnews Team can’t wait to receive your awesome work. Let’s celebrate the artistic talent of our fabulous industry!

In need of change and adventure? A contract on board ship will enhance your CV, give you sought-after skills that will provide incredible value in your career, broaden your horizons and job opportunities. It’s the most amazing way to see the world and experience destinations you’ve only dreamed of visiting – and getting paid for it, in tax-free dollars, with all your living expenses, food, and accommodation covered. London Wellness Academy’s top-notch training will take you further than you thought possible and set you worlds apart in your professional field. Once aboard, training is ongoing, and the management training will enhance your leadership skills and teach you to become more business minded within a salon environment. A nine-month contract on board is the equivalent of two years’ experience on land. It is internationally recognised experience and London Wellness Academy is known and respected worldwide. Cruise ship hairdressers are very sought after in salons. A great work ethic combined with a positive attitude will mean you are extremely successful on board. Getting on well with other people is essential as on a ship as your team will become your new family. A cruise ship contract can also help set you up financially for the future. Remuneration is paid in American dollars. It is tax free, and the commission structure is phenomenal. As for personal growth, you will learn new social skills, be more independent and build your confidence, all while travelling the world and meeting new people. Does this sound like an exciting, life changing opportunity? start your adventure and see where your journey can take you! Sign up HERE Email Nadine nadineb@londonwellnessacademy.com or Daniella daniella.diem@londonwellnessacademy.com Find out more by heading to www.londonwellnessacademy.com Follow us on social media Facebook | Instagram

Beautiful pearly blonde hair from Izahn Marais at Blank Canvas Salon. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Hair: Izahn Marais Salon: Blank Canvas Beauty Salon, Boksburg Follow Izahn on Instagram @izahn_blankcanvas @_blankcanvasbeauty We'd love to feature your work! To get your styles, looks or colour formulas featured in Hairnews, send them either to brad@hairnews.co.za or DM them directly to our Hairnews Instagram page.

Spring has sprung in South Africa, bringing a fresh reason to look at haircare from the scalp up. As clients start thinking about new colours, cuts and styles, it’s a great time to look at scalp health too. A scalp consultation or simple scalp analysis gives you an opportunity to identify your client’s individual concerns and recommend personalised haircare, while creating natural opportunities for professional in-salon treatments and retail recommendations. Biophilic Formulas, The Scalp and the Sensorial Experience are at the heart of Keune Care. Biophilic Formulas combine nature-inspired ingredients and design with advanced haircare technology, while a healthy, balanced scalp provides the foundation for healthy-looking, stronger hair. The sensorial experience brings fragrances and luxurious textures into the haircare ritual. To make it easier for you to design a scalp care regimen for your client taking into account Biophilic Formulas, The Scalp and the Sensorial Experience, Keune offers specialised solutions for a range of scalp concerns. These include Scalp Sensitive to calm and hydrate sensitive or irritated scalps, Perfect Clarity to detoxify and remove product build-up and maintain balance. For clients concerned about visible flakes, Dandruff Detox helps reduce dandruff and supports a healthy scalp microbiome. Derma Regulate helps control excess oil for longer-lasting freshness, and Long & Strong supports fuller-looking, stronger hair and helps reduce hair loss and breakage. Scalp care can also become a salon wellness moment with relaxing massages and professional scalp treatments adding another dimension your client’s experience. “Education remains central to Keune's approach. By integrating scalp analysis into every consultation, professionals can identify concerns, personalise recommendations, and build deeper trust with their clients,” JULIE RIMMER, KEUNE EDUCATION MANAGER This spring, make a scalp analysis a natural part of every consultation. It’s an ideal opportunity to build trust, personalise service and increase your salon’s turnover. Healthy hair doesn't begin with the style, it begins at the scalp, and Keune makes it possible. To find out more about Keune or to stock it in your salon, contact your mhb sales consultant. New clients can call mhb Telesales on 0860 104 109, and a consultant will be in touch. FOLLOW KEUNE Instagram Facebook Website mhb Facebook Instagram Website

“Amplified cranks up the energy with a fearless fusion of beauty and rebellion. Inspired by vintage amps and 90s icons, this collection captures the raw attitude of rockstar paparazzi shots with a backstage, off-duty vibe. Hair blends sharp lines with fluid textures, bold yet wearable, edgy yet elegant. Shot with the energy of a late-night gig, each look channels the spirit of Britpop cool and grunge glamour, dripping with confidence.This is a tribute to rule-breakers and renegades; think undone beauty, gritty elegance, and unapologetic individuality. This is hair, amplified.” Kirby Blythe Hair by Kirby Blythe at Kirby Blythe, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire @hairbykirbyblythe Make-up: Sally Rowe @sallyrowemua Styling: Robert Morrison @robertmorrisonstylist Photographs: Richard Miles @richmilesphot