Neo Noir is a continuous evolution of their iconic aesthetic, pushing the boundaries of their craft year after year. With infinite possibilities, HOB blends high fashion with a perfect balance of alternative edge and beauty.   Through precision cuts, colours, and styling, the HOB Creative Team delivers striking looks that are elevated by cutting-edge fashion. It embraces a fusion of sharp silhouettes and dynamic textures, that embodies the fearless creativity and innovation at the heart of HOB. Hair By HOB Creative Team Make-up: John Christopher Photographer: Richard Miles

Main Collective Agreement Changes Amending Agreement An Agreement amending the Main Collective Agreement was published and extended through Notice 2856 in the Government Gazette, No. 51657 dated 29 November 2024. The amendments include: • The deletion of Annexure G – Student Agreement • Amendments to Annexure H – Salary Schedules (removes student categories)   Please Note: The updated salary/wage schedules with the increases effective from 1 January 2025 are currently being finalised and will be uploaded onto the Council’s website .   • Amendments to Annexure I - Sick Pay Fund Rules (the amendments were outlined in the August 2024 Council Chronicle)   EOHCB Membership Fees 2025 The EOHCB Membership Fees will increase with effect from 1 January 2025 and may be accessed via the Council’s website. See Annexure C 2025-Annexure-C-EOHCB-Fees.pdf .   Changes to "Legal Owners" in the Main Collective Agreement   1. Changes 1.1.  The concept of "rent-a-chair" is common in the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty,  and Skincare Industry. This is when an individual, without any employees, operates their own business within a salon by renting a chair, paying either a fixed rent or a percentage of their turnover to the salon owner.   1.2.  To prevent misuse of this arrangement and protect employees, the Bargaining Council had previously defined a "legal owner" in the main collective agreement. A legal owner was any person or entity conducting business from a salon without employing anyone.   2. Key Update: 2.1.  The Bargaining Council has now taken a decision to remove the "legal owner" or "rent-a-chair" concept from the main collective agreement, due to the absence of an employer-employee relationship.   3. What This Means: 3.1. No Required Contributions : Legal owners or "rent-a-chairs" no longer have to make contributions to the Bargaining Council. However, if Legal owners want to continue participating in and enjoying benefits offered by the Council, such as the Sick Pay Fund or the Sick Benefit Fund or want to continue being a member of any of the parties to the Bargaining Council, they will have to make payment towards the specific benefit required or the membership fee of the party that they want to continue being a member of.   3.2. No Collection of Fees : The Bargaining Council will stop collecting contributions from legal owners or "rent-a-chairs," except for those who choose to remain part of the agreement for benefit purposes.   3.3. Enforcement : The Bargaining Council will not enforce the collective agreement or any part thereof, against legal owners or "rent-a-chairs."   4. Important Points for Industry: 4.1.  The Bargaining Council retains its authority to enforce the main collective agreement for all employers and employees in the Industry. This enforcement ensures that businesses do not misclassify employees or avoid employer obligations.     5. Powers of Designated Agents: 5.1. Designated agents are empowered to monitor compliance, especially in light of the changes to the "legal owner" concept. Their job is to determine whether a true employment relationship exists, distinguishing between independent legal owners and businesses misclassifying workers to avoid employer responsibilities.   6. Agents have the power to: 6.1.  Enter any workplace without notice to check for compliance with the agreement. 6.2.  Request and collect information, either orally or in writing, and ask questions under oath. 6.3.  Inspect records, ask questions about documents, and make copies or take documents for review. 6.4.  Require individuals to produce or deliver records for inspection. 6.5.  Examine equipment or materials at the workplace and ask questions about work performed. 6.6.  This ensures businesses in the Industry are following the main collective agreement and that any misuse of the "legal owner" status is addressed.   Employers and employees operating within the Industry are urged to familiarise themselves with the provisions of the main collective agreement, the changes to the concept of “legal owners” and the power of Council Agents.   If you have questions or need further information, kindly contact the Council per email or landline below: Email: info@hcsbc.co.za Tel: 0861 427 227 Please consult the Council’s WEBSITE  for the contact details of Agents in your area. For more information, contact: www.hcsbc.co.za

milk_shake ICY BLOND Banishes Brassy Warm Tones If your clients are looking in the mirror and seeing unwanted brassy tones in their hair, now’s the time to find out which of our toning ranges is right for your salon’s stock range.   milk_shake ICY BLOND gives perfect cool tones for your clients’ hair with our new leave-in toning sprays.   A professional range that counteracts unwanted warm, brassy, yellow tones in in very light blond hair and platinum blond hair, to create cool blond tones with an ash result.   enhance cool tones in hair prolong the effects of your salon’s hair colour service for all your clients. The pigmented milk_shake®  icy blond  is the perfect products to avoid unwanted brassiness or warm tones in fine blond, lightened or grey/white hair, making colour tones as cool as a fresh salon hair colour service.   Main Active Ingredients: milk proteins, rice oil & grape seed oil   Discover the benefits of the milk_shake® leave-in toning sprays a new addition to each toning range developed for blond  hair or grey/white hair (silver shine/icy blond).   Best suited for fine hair, these sprays neutralize unwanted brassiness and enhance cool tones as well as improving the hair’s manageability. ALL NEW icy blond toning spray specific toning spray for blond hair A no rinse spray  formulated with a specific black pigment that counteracts brassy, yellow and orangey tones in blond or lightened hair, giving the hair a healthy appearance as well as detangling and improving manageability.   Use : shake well and spray evenly over clean, damp hair at approx. 10-15 cm from hair, comb through and proceed with drying. As a daily touch-up, spray over dry hair at approx. 30 cm from hair.   The ICY BLOND Toning Range Also Contains: icy blond shampoo specific toning shampoo for blond hair Cleanses hair gently with a specific black pigment that counteracts brassy, yellow or orangey tones in blond or lightened hair, giving an ash result.   Use : apply evenly over damp hair, leave in for a few minutes, then rinse. For a more intense result, leave in for a few minutes more. The icy blond products contain pigments which can give a very intense result on porous hair; once the desired result has been reached, alternate with a different shampoo to maintain the results. Proceed with milk_shake® icy blond conditioner.   icy blond conditioner specific conditioning cream for blond hair Formulated with a specific black pigment, it gives hair softness whilst counteracting brassy, yellow or orangey tones in blond or lightened hair with an ash result, giving hair a healthy, vibrant appearance.   Use : after cleansing, apply evenly over damp hair, leave in for a few minutes, then rinse. For a more intense result, leave in for a few minutes more. The icy blond products contain pigments which can give a very intense result, especially on porous hair; once the desired result has been reached, alternate with a different conditioner to maintain the results. Retail your clients can trust for their blond, highlighted or grey/white hair beauty Frequent washing and environmental pollution can highlight unwanted yellow tones, taking away hair’s natural beauty. Help your clients keep their blond locks healthy and vibrant with  milk_shake ICY BLOND shampoo . Contact milk_shake® on: Email : marku@z-one.co.za  or georg@z-one.co.za www.z-oneconcept.com/en   | Facebook   | Twitter   | Instagram

Aura Reconstructive Hair Treatment harnesses advanced, innovative Nano and Encapsulation Technology to deeply penetrate the scalp, hair pores, shaft, and follicles. This technology ensures that nourishing ingredients quickly diffuse into the hair fiber, boosting hydration, enhancing shine, and initiating critical repair processes essential for optimal hair growth, texture, and overall hair health. What is Aura? Aura is more than just a treatment; it's a 60-minute deep reconstructive session that not only targets the visible signs of hair damage but also treats underlying issues. It eliminates unwanted brassy tones, replenishes essential nutrients, and accelerates hair growth, while removing 100% of hair frizz.  Targeted hair concerns what sets Aura apart? Aura is formulated to address a wide range of hair concerns: Split ends Hair loss Frizz Dandruff Chemically damaged hair Itchy and sensitive scalp Dry, dehydrated, and lifeless locks Unmanageable hair What sets Aura apart? Deep restoration : Reconstructs damaged hair by restoring its natural structure. Intensive moisture : Infused with hydrating ingredients to provide long-lasting moisture and shine. Strengthening formula : Enhances elasticity and resilience, reducing breakage. Smoothing effect : Provides a sleek, frizz-free finish for up to several weeks. Natural ingredients : Formulated with a blend of nourishing botanicals to promote healthy hair. Suitable for all hair types : Designed to benefit all hair textures, including Afro-textured hair.         Active Ingredients: Cotton Seed Oil Chamomile Oil Aloe Vera Green Tea Extract Myrrh Oil Argan Oil Coconut Oil Cinnamon Oil Olive Oil Sunflower Oil Macadamia Oil Karite Nut Butter Calamo Oil Hydrolyzed Collagen Vegetable Keratin Everything your Clients Need for their Best Hair: Healthy, Shiny & Smooth Treats processed, damaged & heat treated hair Offers instant recovery & improves hair condition Smooths the hair cuticle & seals it Renews & strengthens hair follicle Accelerates hair growth Reduces hair loss Prevents itching scalp & calms the scalp Reduces protein loss Reduces Dandruff Reduces & prevents split ends Removes Frizz Deposits Hydration Manageable hair Removes unwanted yellow/brassy tones in the hair Rewinds the hair ageing process Smoother, Softer, Healthier Hair   Summer Competition Win your share of Aura professional treatments over 3months  Register to become a stockist, follow Be U Beauti on FB, IG, Tiktok & tag 2 salons Share you post on any social platform Distributed by– Be U Beauti Pty Ltd Cell: 076 451 1118 Email: info@beubeauti.co.za   Web: www.beubeauti.co.za   Aura Facebook: @aurasouthafrica Aura Instagram: @aura.southafrica Aura TikTok: @aura.southafrica BeUBeauti Instagram: @be_u_beauti

With features like these: • Powerful CRM • Dynamic Client Loyalty Programme • Intelligent Stock Control • Budgeting and Cost Control • Staff KPI and Target Setting • Web-based Cloud System • MyTime Online Booking Platform Why Wait? Contact us today - Schedule a Demo Email:   terry@mysalonsoftware.co.za   | Tel:  083 650 0952 Email:   sune@mysalonsoftware.co.za   | Tel:  083 484 2960 Visit us on:   www.mysalonsoftwareint.co.za

The ten work ethic traits: appearance, attendance, attitude, character, communication, cooperation, organisational skills, productivity, respect, and teamwork are defined as essential for ethical work success and are listed below. The definition of each of these traits must be integrated into the workplace to ensure ethical working environments and appropriate conduct within the workplace. Appearance: Display proper dress, grooming, hygiene, and manners. (In South Africa, this may include adherence to cultural dress codes or traditional attire where appropriate.) Attendance: Attend work, arrive and leave on time, inform the employer in advance of planned absences, and catch up on tasks promptly. (This is particularly important in South African workplaces where attendance is often linked to performance and conduct assessments and appraisals. Attitude: Show a positive attitude, appear confident, and have true hopes for oneself. (In the South African context, this might include resilience in the face of challenges such as load shedding or transport issues.) Character: Display loyalty, honesty, dependability, reliability, initiative, and self-control. (These traits are highly valued in South African workplaces, where Ubuntu - the philosophy of interconnectedness - is often emphasised.) Communication: Display proper verbal and non-verbal skills and listen. (In multilingual South Africa, this may include efforts to communicate across language barriers.) Cooperation: Display leadership skills; properly handle criticism, conflicts, and stress; maintain proper relationships with peers and follow chain of command. (In South Africa, this might involve navigating diverse cultural backgrounds and communication styles.) Organisational Skill: Show skills in management, prioritising, and dealing with change. (Adaptability is particularly important in the South African job market, which often faces economic fluctuations.) Productivity: Follow safety practices, conserve resources, and follow instructions. (Resource conservation is crucial in South Africa, where water and electricity shortages are common challenges.) Respect: Deal properly with diversity, and show understanding and tolerance. (This is particularly important in South Africa's multicultural society, where respect for different races, cultures, and beliefs is essential.) Teamwork: Respect the rights of others, is a team worker, is helpful, is confident, displays a customer service attitude, and seeks continuous learning. (In South Africa, teamwork often involves collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds.) We should perhaps differentiate between a work ethic and workplace ethics. By work ethic, we usually imply that someone works hard, is value for money as an employee, or someone whom we have hired for a service. Workplace ethics have a wider meaning, encompassing the honest behaviour of employers, employees, contractors, consultants, practitioners of various kinds, beneficiaries, the general public, clients, patients, learners and parents, and anyone involved in the work being done. Some people have only to satisfy their employer or a client that they will diligently and honestly carry out the work they have contracted to do. Others have an employer on one side and a client on the other or even the general public. In South Africa, this is particularly relevant in sectors such as government service, healthcare, and education, where professionals often have to balance the interests of their employers, clients, and the broader public. It's worth noting that in South Africa, workplace ethics also encompass adherence to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) policies, which aim to redress historical economic imbalances. Additionally, given the country's history, there's a strong emphasis on fair labour practices and workers' rights, as enshrined in the Labour Relations Act and other relevant legislation. For any further information or enquiries please contact the EOHCB representative in your area by clicking HERE . EOHCB Contact Details Web: www.eohcb.co.za | YouTube: www.youtube.com/@eohcbsa7855 Facebook : www.facebook.com/eohcb | Twitter: twitter.com/eohcbsa Instagram: www.instagram.com/eohcbsa

This is your opportunity to support your favourite Company, Supplier and Products as nominated by the industry. Make your voice heard for the people who rock your world! Below are the lists and links to vote for your preferred superstar Nominee in our three categories. Best Loved Professional Colour Range Best Loved Professional Retail Range Best Service and Support from a Supplier   Voting Closes 19th January 2025 Note:  only one vote per device/IP address will be counted. This voting category is for your Best Loved Professional Colour Range that you love working with the most. Which of the Nominated quality ranges do you believe offers phenomenal long-lasting results and ease of use, that allows for commercial and creative colour effects?   Biosense Colorsense Goldwell Elumen Goldwell Topchic  K evin Murphy Color.me Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Wella Professional Blondorplex Wella Professional Shinefinity Click  HERE  to vote for Best Loved Professional Colour Range • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Which of our Nominated Professional Retail product range flies off the shelves and is an easy seller that your clients love? Vote now for your fav retail range that is versatile, effective, easy to sell, that enhances the salon’s service offering and which clients love and readily buy.   Authentic Beauty Concept Biosense Goldwell Dualsenses L'ANZA Milkshake Moroccanoil  Mycro Keratin Newtrino Quick Grow Sarynakey  Varis Tools & Brushes  Wella Professional   Click  HERE  to vote for Best Loved Professional Retail Range • • • • • • • • • • • • • • These are the Nominated Suppliers within South Africa that you believe have given impeccable Service and Support to your business or the industry over the past year. These are the companies whom you believe have gone the extra mile and shown you they truly care about your salon business.   Blume Brands - L'Anza, Newtrino, Quick Grow Breezewood Beauty Products  Davines Henkel - Schwarzkopf Professional  Kao Salon Division - Goldwell, KMS, Kerasilk, Varis Macsimo - Sarynakey SA  Take Note Trading - Milkshake, Depot, BHE & Rejuvx Modern Hair and Beauty - Wella, Kadus, System Professional, Sebastian, SEB MAN, Nioxin, OPI, Keune, Sweet Professional, Reuzel, QIQI, Swish & GLOW Mycro Keratin Slick Salon Solutions Twincare International - Paul Mitchell, Biosense, Moccanoil, JOICO, Kevin Murphy, OLAPLEX, REF Stockholm, It’s a 10 haircare, evo, Sharplines, BabylissPRO Click  HERE  to vote for Best Service and Support from a Supplier Each Nominee will receive an email during the week with a Social Media button and Voting links to share with all their loyal supporters. The Hairnews Team wishes each nominee all the best for the voting round!

Custom coloured extensions giving power and freedom shown by Tessa from Hair by Tessa in JHB. Click the image below to see the Instagram post. Stylist: Tessa Salon: Hair by Tessa, Sandton, JHB Follow Tessa on Instagram @hairbytessa.sa 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.

Sume Drotsky shows off this Honey Blonde Balayage for a Warm Radiant Look . Click the image below to view the Instagram post. Salon: Nudo Hair Lab, Pretoria Follow Sume on Facebook @sume_nudo_hair_lab @nudohairlab_pta 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.

Happy New Year! 🎉  It’s time to set the tone for a fabulous and successful 2025 in your salon with BHE Styling Essentials.   What better way to kickstart the year than with BHE’s latest styling tools —designed to deliver flawless, on-trend results for your clients while boosting your retail sales!   Not only can you send your clients out into the world looking their very best straight from the salon, you can help your clients achieve and maintain salon-quality results at home with innovative and high-quality hair care tools that will make salon-worthy looks easily accessible.   Spotlight on BHE Styling Essentials: BHE Styling Irons: Precision and Performance:  Achieve sleek, straight styles or effortless curls with advanced heat technology. Client-Friendly Features:  Lightweight, ergonomic design for easy use, leaving clients impressed with their look and salon experience. BHE AIR Dryers: Quick and Quiet:  Reduce drying time without sacrificing power, keeping your salon efficient and serene. Protective Technology:  Gentle on hair, helping maintain your clients' healthy locks while offering salon-level results at home.   Why Stock BHE in Your Salon?   1.  Drive Retail Sales: Equip your clients with professional tools to recreate their salon look at home. Capitalize on their trust in your expertise by offering top-tier products for purchase.   2.  Enhance Client Loyalty: BHE tools provide consistent, high-quality results that clients will rave about. Stocking trusted tools elevates your salon's reputation and keeps clients coming back.   3.  Increase Profit Margins: Retailing tools is a fantastic way to supplement service income, especially during seasonal promotions or consultations.   Now’s the time to ensure your salon is fully stocked with BHE tools, ready to impress clients and grow your retail sales! Let’s make 2025 a year of elevated styling and soaring success.   To order or learn more about BHE, please contact us directly on 021 552 2369.   Here’s to styling smarter and thriving in the New Year! 🌟 Contact us today to find out about our accessible pricing and friendly service. Contact BHE on: Email : marku@z-one.co.za or georg@z-one.co.za bhehair.co.za | www.z-oneconcept.com/en Facebook | Instagram

Sometimes a fresh blowout sorts everything out, as Candice Roets at Painted Style Hair Salon shows us. Click image below to view the Instagram post. Hair: Candice Roets Products: Schwarzkopf Professional Salon: Painted Style, Boksburg Follow Candice on Instagram @candice_painted_style @painted_style 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.

STAY COOL With milk_shake’s specialised home maintenance routine you can give your clients the perfect  cool tones for your clients’ hair with our new leave-in toning sprays.   milk_shake gives your salon the solution to keep cool shades looking fantastic in blond hair.   Milk_shake SILVER SHINE If your clients are looking in the mirror and seeing unwanted warm tones in their hair, now’s the time to find out which of our toning ranges is right for your salon’s stock range.   A professional range that counteracts unwanted warm, brassy, yellow tones in blond, lightened or grey/white hair as well as improving the hair’s manageability.   enhance cool tones in hair prolong the effects of your salon’s hair colour service for all your clients.   The pigmented milk_shake®  silver shine  is the perfect products to avoid unwanted brassiness or warm tones in fine blond, lightened or grey/white hair, making colour tones as cool as a fresh salon hair colour service.   Main Active Ingredients: milk proteins, strawberry extract, raspberry extract, blackberry extract, blueberry extract ALL NEW silver shine toning spray specific toning spray for blond or grey hair A leave-in spray with a specific violet pigment that neutralizes unwanted brassy, yellow/golden tones in hair. It strengthens and hydrates hair, giving it a healthy appearance as well as detangling and improving manageability.   Use : shake well and spray evenly over clean, damp hair at approx. 10-15 cm from hair, comb through and proceed with drying. As a daily touch-up, spray over dry hair at approx. 30 cm from hair.   The SILVER SHINE Toning Range Also Contains:   silver shine shampoo specific shampoo for blond or grey hair A delicate cleanser, it contains a specific violet pigment capable of counteracting yellow tones in natural or lightened blond hair, or grey or white hair. Leaves hair shiny, soft and healthy. SLES-free. Use : distribute evenly over damp hair, lather and rinse. Repeat if necessary. For more intense results, leave in for a few minutes.   silver shine light shampoo (50% pigment strength) specific shampoo for blond or grey hair A delicate cleanser that neutralizes unwanted yellow tones in natural or lightened blond hair, grey or white hair with a balanced action, with its specific violet pigment that works on even the most subtle hues. Leaves hair shiny, soft and healthy. SLES-free.   silver shine conditioner specific conditioner for blond or grey hair Formulated with a specific pigment that neutralizes unwanted yellow, golden or brassy tones that are common in white, grey, blond or lightened hair. Leaves hair conditioned, soft and full of vitality. Paraben-free.   silver shine whipped cream creamy conditioning foam for blond or grey hair Formulated with milk proteins, organic mixed berry extracts and Integrity 41® to condition the hair whilst maintaining its moisture balance and preserving hair colour, enriched with a special violet pigment that neutralizes yellow and golden tones common in white, grey, blond or lightened hair. Gives manageability and leaves hair shiny, soft and healthy. Use : shake well, point downwards and dispense product. Apply to clean, damp hair. Style as usual. Retail your clients can trust for their blond, highlighted or grey/white hair beauty Frequent washing and environmental pollution can highlight unwanted yellow tones, taking away hair’s natural beauty. Help your clients keep their blond locks healthy and vibrant with  milk_shake silver shine shampoo . Contact milk_shake® on: Email : marku@z-one.co.za  or georg@z-one.co.za www.z-oneconcept.com/en   | Facebook   | Twitter   | Instagram