Your shears have two very important components - the 800 mm radius and convex edge. This system will maintain both. Call me and I will come to you. (Gauteng area). Tel Marion: 082 852 6545.

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Excitement is peaking – with this career-building event taking place tomorrow, Twincare’s MD Stav Dimitriadis has a short message for the finalists, and everyone who’s attending the incredible show on 5 November at the Lyric Theatre. “Once again we are approaching the end of an eventful year. For me, the HSOTY signifies both the end of the year and a summary of where our industry is. I would like to congratulate all the contestants for what I know will be a kickass competition and I look forward to seeing you all at the 28th HSOTY!” Congratulations to the finalists – our industry superstars, our iconic salon teams, our specialist creative geniuses, and our up-and-coming talent! Apprentice of the Year Claudio de Cunha – Paul James Hairdressing Juan Holland – Emiles House of Hair Lauren Speight – Paul James Hairdressing Macha Eksteen – Groomed Academy Roselle du Plessis – La Louve Academy Tarryn Duiker – Images Hair Academy Avant Garde Stylist of the Year Eric von Brandis – Dis'se Moet Eugene Venter – Paul James Hairdressing Pretty Zuma – Blu Gel The Boyz Andre Groenewald – Andre Green Eric Way – Groomed Leon Erasmus – Head Rush Shaun Warren – Terry Scott Hairfashion Shawn Odendaal – Paul James Hairdressing Team Event Partners Hair Design Paul James Hairdressing The Vanilla Pod VNH Hairdressing Hairstylist of the Year Charles Junior Louw – Hashtag Colour Lounge Gail Catterick – DJ Hairdressing Lewis Thomas – Partners Hair Design

The Acropora collection by Jose Urrutia, Spain, is inspired by the beauty of the sea bed and the intricacy of coral – shapes and designs bringing out the beauty of the wearers. To obtain these amazing effects, a variety of techniques were used – hair was carded and ironed, crimped, and set on cotton moulds using lacquer and heat. Hair: Jose Urrutia MUA: Jennifer Pavon Photographer: Jose Urrutia Costume design: Karmen Ramirez Assistants: Sara Garcia, Elena Martin

Are you feeling creatively stimulated in your salon? Do you need to grow as a hairdresser? Wyatt is looking for passionate hairdressers that want to excel in hairdressing. We are a supportive team, with a fantastic clientele and help all of our hairdressers achieve their goals both financially and artistically. Contact Candice 084 554 7896.

The Dark and Lovely Academy’s expert tuition and guidance has propelled this talented newcomer into a promising career. In just a few short months, Thabo Sithole has been able to open a salon business, earn a living through hairdressing, and become an EOHCB championship winner. Thabo’s Success Story Eight months ago, Thabo Sithole began his three-year part time hairdressing course at the Dark and Lovely Academy. His studies were funded by Services Seta. “When I started, I was not sure I would make it in hairdressing. I loved art, but I knew I needed so much theoretical and practical knowledge to succeed. When I arrived at the academy and looked at the amazing work students were creating, it gave me courage and confidence that I could do the same.” At the Dark and Lovely Academy, Thabo was given a thorough grounding in all aspects of hairdressing, from the use of products to scalp analysis, from cutting shapes to customer service. The Academy also encourages students to enter competitions, and Thabo’s lecturers coached him intensively before he entered the EOHCB Championships at Gallagher Estates, in September 2017. He won the Bridal section out of a huge field of competitors, and was second in the Avant-Garde. Thabo soon received offers to do hair part time, and today Thabo owns Pitchblack Hair and Beauty, at 6820 Sam Sekoati Avenue, Ext 9 Marimba Gardens, Vosloorus. You can see more of his work on his salon’s Facebook and Instagram pages. “Eight months ago, I did not think I could be a hairdresser. Today, I love what I do, and have a passion to take my career to the next level. When I have completed my certification with Dark and Lovely Academy and passed my Trade Test, I am coming back to do their advanced courses!” The Dark and Lovely Academy courses include full certification, a 5-month Beginners Course at a specially affordable price, Trade Test preparation, as well as various advanced courses. Contact the Dark and Lovely Academy now to find out how they can help you get to the next level in your career. Dark and Lovely Academy Tel: 087 357 8686. Address: The Markade, corner President and Kruis Street, Johannesburg. Website: www.darkandlovelyacademy.com

Want a peek at the gorgeous interior of this busy, bustling, BIG, Pietermaritzburg salon? Take a look around the iconic Blu Gel Hair Studio! Blu Gel Hair Studio - Pietermaritzburg 57 New England Road, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 033 386 8769

Are you feeling creatively stimulated in your salon? Do you need to grow as a hairdresser? Wyatt is looking for passionate hairdressers that want to excel in hairdressing. We are a supportive team, with a fantastic clientele and help all of our hairdressers achieve their goals both financially and artistically. Contact Candice 084 554 7896.

Ashleigh D Hair and Nails is an established salon in Salt Rock, Ballito, KZN. We are growing and looking for experienced hair stylists to join our team. We offer a great working environment and rewards. You can send your CV to info@ashleighd.co.za or call Ashleigh directly on 082 394 5376.

The affordable, effective, super-smart solution! Smartbond is the new-generation bond strengthening service from L'Oréal Professionnel. Designed especially for hairdressers, the system is easy to use, and formulated to work in synergy with L'Oréal Professionnel's pre-lightener and colour products. Smartbond protects the hair from breakage during bleaching, preventing damage while helping some of the weaker bonds to repair. Its patented blend of ceramides and polymers has been fine-tuned to give the optimum result of health, strength and nourishment. Best of all, it is competitively priced, offering a professional solution that is affordable enough to be used with every technical service, or even as a stand-alone strengthening treatment. The result? A super-affordable, fabulously effective solution for healthy hair! Now you can bleach clients with confidence, whether their dream look is a beautifully toned balayage or a stunning Colorful Hair pastel. Watch L'Oréal Professionnel ambassador Matthew Collins talking about his hero products, and how he uses Smartbond to ensure that every bleach service offers a perfectly healthy result. Follow L’Oréal Professionnel South Africa’s Facebook page here for the latest news. Remember to use the hashtag #lorealpro when you post your salon’s news, styles, and updates!

These stunning looks are edgy enough to be super-fashionable, but commercial enough to be ultra-wearable. The end result: flattering, must-have styles that clients will love! Activ 80s: Here’s how to create this sharp, super-sporty bob with a violet-red shimmer. Cutting Top Tip Create graphic lines and a strong shape with an undercut section (up to the occipital bone) that reduces the weight, bringing in more movement and helping the cut sit closer to the head to avoid that dreaded bowl effect! This is a super cut for wavy or curly hair, too – ultra-versatile. Colour 1 Comb on hair PCC 5.77x + 3.0 (1:1) + 2% / 7 vol Cream Developer Colour 2: Global roots PCC 8.77 + PCC 6.77x (1:1) + 2% / 7 vol Cream Developer Colour 3: Global mid lengths and ends PCC 8.77x + PCC6.77x (1:1) + 6% / 20 vol Cream Developer Styling Products Innova Color Shampoo, Innova Color Leave-in / Rinse Off Treatment Innova Smooth Serum, Innova Divine Blond Illuminateur Spray Want to see the full step by step to create this look? CLICK HERE Modern Muse: Create this trendy, romantic look glowing with fiery copper, perfect for curls! Cutting Top Tip Any shape with corners (squares or triangles) can be a problem for curly hair. Create a rounded form for the curls to sit on, with some shaping around the fringe. Then blow out the curls with a hairdryer, using your fingers to stretch the lengths. Colour 1 PCC 8.43 + 0.33 (60g + 5g) + 9% / 30 vol Cream Developer Colour 2 PCC 7.44 + 0.66 (60g + 5g) + 6% / 20 vol Cream Developer Colour 3 PCC 6.44 + 2% / 7 vol Cream Developer Styling Products Innova Repair Shampoo, Innova Repair Instant Keratin Filler Innova Thermal Protector, Innova Strong Mousse Want to see the full step by step to create this look? CLICK HERE For more information on Indola maxime.vandiest@henkel.com, visit www.indola.com, or call 011 617 2400.

Industry leader and salon owner Steven Philips explains the benefits of joining Intercoiffure.