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WELCOME
This year, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of

NEWS
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WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER JOINING THE SOUTH AFRICAN Association of Health and Skincare Professionals (SAAHSP)
With the enthusiasm and drive among members that SAAHSP president Feroza Fakir has created, it is little wonder membership of spas and salons have doubled since the start 2024!

AESTHETIC PHYSICIANS AND THERAPISTS collaborate to elevate patient care
Aesthetic medicine is one of the fastest-growing fields in healthcare today. With the increasing demand for nonsurgical facial rejuvenation treatments, the collaborative partnership between aesthetic physicians and advanced aesthetic therapists emerges as the cornerstone for delivering safe, effective, scientifically proven treatments and care.

ASK THE Experts
What is merchandising? Why is it important in increasing retail sales?

Celebrating 50 years WITH HITECH LASERS
It’s always a gem to find people who are as real as their business values are. This is the impression I left with after meeting with the owners of Hitech Lasers at their offices in Pretoria. I was met with smiles and laughter as we made our way into their new office boardroom, a very quaint and memorable area. Our interview began once formalities were out of the way

WHAT IS skin flooding?
Skin flooding is essentially layering multiple skincare products onto damp skin in order to lock in moisture to help skin appear smoother and softer.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DRY AND DEHYDRATED SKIN
– THALGO SOURCE MARINE AND COLD CREAM MARINE

MOISTURE CHECK
Dry vs dehydrated skin: understanding and treating the key differences

SABINE GLEN
Entrepreneur, mentor, and perfectionist

Redefining MASCULINITY
In the last decade, men pursuing aesthetic treatments

RETAIL CORNER
Time to review your salon’s product line up

Talking to… JENNY LONGWORTH
The editorial tech behind some of the decade’s most iconic nail looks tells Kezia Parkins about painting her way to the cover of the world’s biggest fashion magazines and catwalk shows

WELCOME
he winter chill is setting in, and it

INSIDER NAILS
MATALAN April was a positive month for many

UP YOUR HAND CREAM SALES
Avoid dry, damaged hands and nail beds this winter

BEAUTIFUL HANDS TO SUPPORT GORGEOUS NAILS
The latest nail product offerings are designed for both professionals and do-it-yourself clients and promise longlasting finishes, healthier nails, and gorgeous hands.

CALLING ALL NAIL TECHS: Enter the Professional Beauty annual National Nail Competition
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enter

WELCOME
SHUTTERSTOCK.COM Online market analysis by Research and

''How Do Salon Managers Recruit?''
Salon Management teams discuss which recruitment strategies work best for their business.

Varis salon tool collection now in South Africa
VARIS The Kao Salon Division designs all Varis

L’Oréal Professionnel launches Absolut Repair
L’Oréal Professionnel, a global leader in professional haircare,

Indulge your dry hair this winter with Kérastase Nutritive range
Kérastase is excited to unveil the revamped Nutritive

Pureology’s award-winning strength cure range returns to South Africa
Hair care brand Pureology is excited to announce

HJ Reports: Scenes from the Summit
It was a whirlwind 48 hours in Lisbon for Revlon Professional’s Global Front Row Summit and HJ was there to see the inspirational shows, trend predictions and a whole lot more

Colour NOTES
Artistic Director at Brooks & Brooks, Marlon Hawkins, talks micro trends, flying colours and client connections

It all ADDS UP
Ever wondered about the cost of delivering add-on services such as nails, waxing and beauty treatments to your business? Hear it from the experts

Mastering the art of curl
Curls, with their diverse shapes and textures, are a statement of individuality transcending ethnicity. Whether natural or chemically enhanced, achieving and maintaining luscious curls requires dedication, like maintaining the radiant glow of blond hair. Joining the ranks of the fabulous curl squad demands more than just having curls; it necessitates diligent care and attention.

GLOBAL CREATIVE AWARDS 2024
Online in 2024 with all categories

EXPERIENCING HAIR LOSS
AFTER SWINE FLU OR RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS?

TRENDS, TECHNOLOGY, TRAINING
We explore the evolution of hairdressing education, considering both how far it has come and where it is heading next

Get the GLOSS
Whether you’re looking to get more bums on seats, or keep existing clients in the salon for longer, glossing services could be the key

Diversity to achieve GREATER SUCCESS
How salons and barbershops are adapting to changing client's profiles

Home care for radiant hair
As a hairdresser, you get asked for advice on dealing with frizz, thinning, or simply clients looking for luxurious hair care. Here are some of the latest options available.

BONDING VS GLOSSING: which Redken acidic system is right for you?
We all aspire to have lustrous, healthy-looking hair, but everyday styling, colouring, and chemical treatments can challenge that goal. Redken introduces a groundbreaking comparison between its two iconic acidic systems: Acidic Bonding Concentrate (ABC) and Acidic Color Gloss (ACG).

HJ VOICENOTES
Session stylist and groomer Joe Mills shares his experience and industry insight – and his tips for starting out in the world of session

Flower POP
A love for bobs inspired this vibrant, fun-loving collection – all crafted on one model

RAW FOOTAGE
Dark, moody, stripped-back styling

DIFFUSION
A cornucopia of different styles, blends and textures

NATURE'S PALETTE
A true celebration of versatile styles and natural beauty

COLOUR JOURNEY
Rainbow hues straight from the street

LEGACY
Shine, volume and glamour is the name of the game

Life THROUGH A LENS Tom Connell
Previously Artistic Director at Trevor Sorbie, Tom Connell is Davines’ Hair Art Director where he is known for creating photographic collections that tell a story and an artistic vision