INDUSTRY NEWS

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TREATWELL ANNOUNCED AS SALON INTERNATIONAL HEADLINE SPONSOR

Treatwell is the exclusive sponsor of Salon International’s 2023 and 2024 shows. Labelled as Europe’s largest marketplace and SaaS (Software as a Service) platform for the hair, beauty and wellness world, Treatwell is the perfect sponsor for the industry-leading event. You will be able to find Treatwell at Stand S130 later this year on 14-16 October. By partnering with Treatwell, Salon International embraces a shared vision of industry excellence and innovation. Don’t miss out on your chance to see incredible education on the live stages from the best in the industry, learn about the latest products and innovations and network with award winning hair professionals. Have you got your tickets yet? Buy them at www.saloninternational.co.uk

HJ’s British Hairdressing Business Awards 2023 Winners Announced

On Monday 3 July 2023, HJ announced the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2023 winners at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London, an event which brought the UK professional hairdressing industry together to celebrate the best in the business. The British Hairdressing Business Awards saw the industry’s biggest names and brands celebrate those who have excelled in the past year. Hosted by This Morning’s Craig Doyle, the event was full of emotional speeches, inspiring business insights and invaluable networking opportunities. For a full list of this year’s incredible winners, head to www.hji.co.ukand turn to page 54.

JORDANNA COBELLA ANNOUNCED AS NEW WELLA PROFESSIONALS AMBASSADOR

Jordanna Cobella has been announced as the new Wella Professionals UK and Ireland Colour and Trends Ambassador. Jordanna’s passion for hairdressing has gained her huge respect within the industry not only in the UK, but globally too. “I am so excited about this new role and can’t wait to get started. Hairdressing is in my blood and I love being part of the Wella family,” commented Jordanna. Her role as Wella Professionals UK and Ireland Colour and Trends Ambassador will see her predict all things colour as she works alongside the brand, showcasing its portfolio of colour products.

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THAT’S HOW MANY YEARS IN BUSINESS ANDREW JOSE IS CELEBRATING IN HIS CHARLOTTE STREET SALON – CONGRATULATIONS!

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YUV ANNOUNCES UK COLOUR AMBASSADORS

Samantha Cusick and Grace Dalgleish have been announced as UK colour ambassadors for beauty tech company, yuv.

As the first Colour Ambassador for yuv, Samantha will be responsible for sharing her expertise and insights on the latest trends and techniques in hair colouring. She will also collaborate with the yuv team to develop new shades and formulations. “I’m thrilled to be working with yuv and to be part of the brand’s mission to transform the hair colour industry,” said Samantha. “The yuv Lab is a gamechanging innovation that offers a more sustainable and efficient approach to professional hair colouring.”

Grace has remarkable talent for innovative colour work. Her distinctive approach to colour is an art form that harmonises visual aesthetics and technical precision. In her role as a colour ambassador for yuv, Grace will curate her exclusive bespoke colour palette, reflecting on her new position, Grace expresses her excitement, stating: “I’m thrilled to become Yuv’s latest colour ambassador. I cannot wait to redefine the world of hair colour as we know it, and create my own bespoke palette for the brand.”

Software platform Treatwell, is introducing a LGBTQIA+ friendly badge signposting salons that pledge to provide inclusive treatment for everyone, Giampiero Marinò, CEO at Treatwell commented:

"WE SEE THIS AS A DEFINING 'BEFORE AND AFTER' MOMENT IN THE HISTORY OF BEAUTY, AND WE ARE RESOLUTE IN OUR COMMITMENT TO LEAD THIS REVOLUTION, BOTH EXTERNALLY AND INTERNALLY. WE ARE THRILLED TO SEE THAT OVER 10,000 PROFESSIONALS ACROSS EUROPE HAVE WHOLEHEARTEDLY EMBRACED TREATWELL’S MISSION OF MAKING BEAUTY A MORE INCLUSIVE SPACE FOR EVERYONE."

Kao Salon Division Announces Global Creative Awards 2023 Finalists

Kao Salon Division UK has announced this year’s grand finalists for the Global Creative Awards 2023 UK & Ireland. All finalists will now head to the Global Creative Awards 2023 UK & Ireland Meet & Greet Day and Winner Announcement event on 4 August at the Menier Lounge, London Bridge. All three Gold Winners will represent the UK & Ireland at the Kao Salon Global Experience, in Chicago at the end of September 2023. Check out the full list of finalists at www.hji.co.uk

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Alter Ego Italy Launches New Collection

Alter Ego Italy is a professional haircare brand that strikes a balance between sophistication, style, personal care and a focus on sustainability. Inspired by its belief in the uniqueness of every woman, it is presenting Y.O.U., YOUR ORIGINAL UNIQUENESS, the new 2023 collection for women who want to express their uniqueness. The Y.O.U. collection features four looks on four women: impulsive and vivacious but sensitive, Irene is always looking for new ways to be herself; Sally is tough, smart, lively and creative; Cinzia is a strong woman whose style reveals her successes and her failings; Ursula lives her life freely thanks to her positive outlook. Taking a customised approach, stylists bring out the best of the personalities in every client. All salons share a message of beauty and kindness, and never letting their customers down thanks to sustainable, high-performance products that harness innovative formulations and technology to cater to the needs of all kinds of hair.

To see more of this collection follow us on social media @successfulbrands_alterego & @alteregoitalyhq, or flip to page 8.

TEXTURE GAP REPORT REVEALS FORGOTTEN HAIR TEXTURE

Award-winning entrepreneur and textured hair expert, Winnie Awa has introduced The Texture Gap Report, a ground-breaking report that dives into the intricacies of the Type 4 textured hair client. The comprehensive analysis is an urgent call to recognise and explore Type 4 textured hair, what the community needs and the obstacles standing between them and their hair goals. With the release of this report, Winnie urges the industry to consider it the ultimate blueprint on understanding and serving the Type 4 customer. The data indicates that Type 4 hair demands a unique approach that cannot be met through a one-size-fitsall solution. Recent conversations within this community have surged, with Type 4 consumers growing by an astonishing 62% – eight times more than other hair types, highlighting a glaring disparity in the care available for this consumer group.

ALFAPARF MILANO PROFESSIONAL ADDS TO ROSTER OF BRAND AMBASSADORS

ALFAPARF Milano Professional has announced that Coia Dahill (@coia_styles), owner and Creative Director of the award-winning Hemera Studio in Clonmel, Ireland, has been added to its roster of Brand Ambassadors. Known for her expertise as a colour educator and balayage expert, Coia will be heading up four new courses in the Accademia in Dublin, Cork and Belfast. As well as teaching her courses, Coia will also be lending her social media expertise to the brand and will be a mentor on the ALFAPARF Milano Professional Architects of Design (AOD) Programme, and the education and mentoring programme to develop the best up and coming talent in the industry.

BCORP CERTIFIED SALON COLLECTIVE OPENING ELEVENTH STORE

BCorp Certified Salon Collective Blue Tit continues to expand into East London with the arrival of Blue Tit Leyton. The salon’s 11th outlet has opened on Francis Road, and is managed by long-time East Village team member, Oli Amodio. Setting a new standard for the hair industry globally, Blue Tit is Europe’s first salon collective to achieve BCorp certification; given only to businesses committed to purpose beyond profit. Celebrating all hair types, Blue Tit recently rolled out Afro and textured hair services across all salons, meeting the needs of its growing clientele whilst honouring individuality and self-expression.

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