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Sim Sensitive Launch New Men’s Colour Line, SensiDO Men Shades

Sim Sensitive, the high-quality, professional haircare line made in Finland, have launched a new men’s colour line – SensiDO Men Shades – which is ammonia and per fume free. While the brand already has other formulations in the SensiDO range, including SensiDO Magic and SensiDO Cream Color, SensiDO Men Shades has been designed to have a short development time to fit in with the average service time for most men’s appointments. The colour offers 100% grey coverage and is suitable for hair, beards, moustaches and eyebrows. The formulation of the colour is vegan and is developed with soothing ingredients. Available in five shades (7-8/0, 5-6/1, 5-6/0, 4-5/0, 2-3/0) all of which are intermixable. Recommended to be used with 3% peroxide, the colour develops in 5-15 minutes. SensiDO Men Shades can be used as semi-permanent or permanent.

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PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY GROUP EXPANDS INTO EUROPE

Professional Beauty Group (PBG) has acquired Expo Beauty and Cosmo Beauty, two exhibitions serving the hair and beauty sectors in Barcelona, Spain. Professional Beauty Group’s acquisition will put the two events back into one venue, allowing visitors to move seamlessly from one event to another. Managing Director Mark Moloney said: “There’s no doubt we’ll learn a lot from our new Spanish team as they will from us. I know our UK readers and exhibitors will be focused on our UK events, and our focus is keeping the UK magazines and websites at the top of their game. I am well aware that we need to keep delivering for the UK professionals.”

£6,864 THAT’S THE AMOUNT RAISED BY THE HAIR & BEAUTY CHARITY AND HAIR & BEAUTY SUPPLIERS ASSOCIATION (HBSA) AT THE ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF DAY AT HELLIDON LAKES GOLF RESORT.

Scotland's Largest Salon Group, Rainbow Room International, Celebrates 45 Years

This year Rainbow Room International are celebrating 45 years in business. The first salon opened in Glasgow in 1979, and has grown to become an eleven-salon group. Co-founder, Alan Stewart, commented: “A couple of years after opening the salon I was asked how I would run my business if it was to be a hundred-year-old salon. That gave me great clarity on what needed to be achieved – we had to develop our team to be the very best, find out where they wanted to go with their careers and give them opportunities to achieve that.”

evo Crowns The Winner of Its First-Ever Best-In-Hue Colour Competition

Colourists across the globe showcased their creativity in evo's Best-in-Hue colour competition. Congratulations to Abigael Mccormick who won with her entry that featured an elevated copper colour created using evo's hue-verse. Abigael, owner and artist at Collective + Cove in Canada, approached this colour with the intention to have fun and be creative. Her advice to fellow colourists? “Set the goal, mentally set the standard, formulate with intention, be honest with yourself and trust your formula.”

DARREL STARKEY ANNOUNCED AS NEW AMBASSADOR FOR ASP HAIR CARE

ASP Hair Care has appointed Darrel Starkey as one of its new brand ambassadors. Darrel has spent the last two years perfecting his craft as a Colour Rebel, and will now be leading educational live shows and embarking on international travels to showcase ASP Hair Care products. “I am beyond excited to join the ASP Hair Care family,” Darrel said. “Working with a brand that values creativity and quality as much as I do is truly inspiring. I can’t wait to share my knowledge and skills with fellow professionals.”

Caroline Larissey, Chief Executive at the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has responded to the recent General Election result:

“WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH THE NEW GOVERNMENT TO ADVANCE THE INTERESTS OF THE HAIR AND BEAUTY SECTOR. WE HAVE BEEN HEARTENED [...] TO HEAR LABOUR UNDERLINING THE IMPORTANT ROLE OF THE INDUSTRY FOR HEALTHY HIGH STREETS, ECONOMY AND COMMUNITIES. WE WERE ALSO PLEASED TO HEAR THEIR CONSIDERATIONS AROUND VAT REFORM [...] AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH THE GOVERNMENT TO MAKE SURE THAT THE PROPOSED GROWTH AND SKILLS LEVY IMPROVES SUPPORT FOR APPRENTICESHIPS.”

Paul Mitchell’s Stephen Moody Wins Prestigious Award

Stephen Moody, Artistic Director of John Paul Mitchell Systems (JPMS), has been crowned the Haircutting Winner at the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) 2024. This achievement highlights Stephen's dedication to the art and craft of hairdressing, showcasing his exceptional skills and innovative vision. His collection, titled #IOWNME, celebrates the beauty of women embracing their silver hair and redefining beauty standards in the industry. Stephen shared: “My vision is to celebrate proud and brave women through transformative hair colour, cut, finish, and photography. #IOWNME women are proud of their per fect imper fections and want to enhance, rather than hide, their silver hair."

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Zen Hair Celebrates 10 Years with the SERENE Collection Launch

Zen Hair rings in a decade at the forefront of hair extensions with the launch of their glamorous SERENE Collection. This retail-ready line caters to stylists and clients alike, offering luxurious clip-in extensions and ponytails for instant hair transformations. Made from 100% Remy hair, SERENE boasts exceptional quality and versatility. With 18 stunning colours and a variety of lengths (16" to 24"), clients can achieve a seamless blend and express their unique style. Whether it's instant volume or a chic ponytail, SERENE empowers effortless styling. SERENE Ponytails (£120+) incorporate a user-friendly wrap-around design with secure clips for a comfortable, no-slip fit. For volume and fullness, SERENE Clip-Ins (£95+) offer the per fect solution. This innovative set includes nine strategically sized wefts and clips for quick and discreet application. These clip-ins can be styled, curled, straightened, and blow-dried, ensuring endless styling possibilities. Salons unlock a new revenue stream by offering these luxurious extensions, while clients achieve their desired look effortlessly.

To order yours, please go to www.zenhair.co/serenecollection or call Zen Hair on 01708 376482

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You're Not Still Washing Towels, Are You?

Are you ready to ditch the laundry for good, cut your bills in half and ensure you have happier staff – all while doing your part for the planet? Look no further than Scrummi’s disposable hair towels. Scrummi is passionate about liberating you from laundry and improving your customer's experience. That's why they’re excited to share the ultimate guide to Scrummi disposable hair towels. Picture this: a towel you can use once, and then bid farewell without a second thought. It’s all about freeing up your time and saving water while embracing sustainability. Crafted from 100% plant-based materials, the towels are 100% biodegradable and offer a hassle-free solution for your clients' haircare needs, while remaining luxurious. Scrummi’s disposable hair towels aren't just good for the planet; say goodbye to cross-contamination and hello to a fresh, clean start with every towel. And aside from being way more eco-friendly, they're up to 10x more absorbent than a cotton towel and can even save you money – in fact, if you used two towels on each client, and had 60 clients per month, Scrummi could save you £79.80 per month. So, there you have itthe ultimate guide to Scrummi’s disposable hair towels.

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KAO SALON DIVISION GLOBAL CREATIVE AWARDS 2024 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

Kao Salon Division UK is pleased to announce this year’s Grand Finalists of the Global Creative Awards 2024 UK & Ireland. In July, the finalists headed to the Global Creative Awards 2024 UK & Ireland Meet & Greet Day where they were joined by salon owners for a celebratory lunch, and enjoyed networking opportunities with other finalists, judges, industry experts and the wider Kao Salon UK team. Head to hji.co.ukfor the full list of finalists.

Salon Masterclasses Announced for Salon International 2024

Salon International (12-14 October) has announced five masterclasses taking place on Sunday 13 October where visitors can get up close and personal with some of the greatest minds (and hands) in the industry. With Mahogany, Rush, SACO, Sassoon and TONI&GUY on stage, these Masterclasses will be a genuine investment in your hair education. Head to hji.co.uk for tickets.

PROFESSIONAL GYMNAST, SIMONE BILES JOINS K18 AS BRAND AMBASSADOR

Gymnast Simone Biles has joined haircare brand K18 as a brand ambassador and will front their latest inner-strength campaign.

"This partnership is a testament to resilience, the power of science in elevating self-expression, and the belief that when we tap into our inner strength. Anything is possible —whether it’s a gold medal per formance or transforming the future of haircare,” explains Suveen Sahib, Co-Founder and CEO of K18.

L’Oréal Professionnel Paris Partners with Calm

To support and raise awareness of the mental health challenges faced by hairstylists, L’Oréal Professionnel Paris launched Head Up in 2023. This year, the programme is partnering with Calm, the number one global meditation, sleep and relaxation app powered by clinical experts. Through this partnership, hairstylists will be able to put into practice their learnings from the Head Up training programme. Alongside this there is access to masterclasses and relaxing stories to enhance sleep quality.