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From Soil To Shelf The SoulTree Way

The beauty products and services buyer has realised the goodness of organic and natural ingredients. Be it in cosmetics, food or fashion, ‘organic’ is the buzzword that is slowly, but steadily, getting the cash counters to ring. Salon India speaks with SoulTree, the BDIH Germany certified organic skin care brand to know their leanings and more.

Franco Vallelonga Kicking up Quite a Storm

Franco Vallelonga, Session Hairstylist, Groomer, Hair olourist and Educator, all rolled into one, is an inspiration for many. In Mumbai since 2016, he ecently made waves by creating Bollywood’s A-lister, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s hair looks. With alon India, he shares his journey, personal annecdotes and more

Silas Tsang - Global Inspiration

Meet Silas Tsang, Creative Director of Blushes in Ottawa, Canada. The winner of awards like NAHA, Canadian Hairdresser Mirror Awards, Contessa Awards Winning Collection, Tsang has a simple philosophy of staying true to his roots

Natasha Naegamvala To the Manor Born

Natasha Naegamvala, Director, Nalini of Nalini and Yasmin Salon, and daughter of the veteran hairstylist Nalini Naegamvala, has hairdressing in her blood. With Salon India, she shares her professional journey.

Hair Care Product Segment

The Scenario in India

Consumer's Top Concern Hair Damage

Latest research from Mintel reveals that damage is still a top concern for hair care consumers around the world, whether this means protecting and repairing hair damage, maintaining hair quality, or just allaying concerns. The stresses of daily styling and regular colour use mean there should be more solutions that aim to repair damage and promote hair health treatments in-salon and at-home

Dealing With Pilferage In Your Spa Or Salon

Pilferage could possibly be impacting your spa or salon’s bottom line in a big way. The bad news is that pilferage is largely invisible as staff and customers can get creative when they want to steal from your spa or salon. Here are a few examples of how pilferage often occurs, and ideas on how to mitigate these.

Skin Care Trends In 2018

I have noticed the trend of technology being integrated with skin care and new technology-enabled products are being introduced in markets. As the consumer is becoming digitally savvy and increasingly exposed to technology available across the globe, the need to integrate technology with efficacious products has increased. Here is a peek into trends to look out for in 2018. 

Della Spa, Lonavala Architectural Masterpiece

Nestled in between the serene hills of Lonavala at Della Adventure & Resorts, Della Spa strikes the perfect balance between contemporary design elements and earthy tones to provide a rejuvenating experience for their clients.

Designs On A Budget The Need To Knows

Designing a salon on a minimal budget is challenging, yet, very exciting. However, one needs to adhere to a few key elements for it to be a success.

Jamie Stevens: Chip Off the Old Block

With generations being in the business, he has hair dressing flowing in his blood. Meet Jamie Stevens, the owner of Jamie Stevens Salons in London and Somerset, five-time consecutive nominee in the ‘Hairdresser of the Year’ category, who also has his own successful product line! Not surprising that his A-class celebrity clients include Stella McCartney, Hugh Grant, Emilia Fox, among others. The hair stylist par excellence is all set to build an empire with his undying passion for the craft.

Hair Care With Ayurvedic Ingredients

India is a country where traditions have existed side by side with modern technological advances. In fact, the character of modern India is firmly rooted in a rich cultural past. This feature is especially evident in our ancient herbal healing system of Ayurveda, which has continued to ourish through centuries to this day. In fact, scientific research supports the empirical knowledge contained in Ayurvedic texts. Today, herbs, ower and fruit extracts, essential oils and other natural substances are used for skin and hair treatments.

Riya Kodali Design Of Opulence

Bangalore-based fashion designer, Riya Kodali specialises in ethnic and fusion wear. Kodali has won accolades for taking traditional Indian designs to international levels and promoting Indian culture through extensive use of rich fabrics, designs and embroidery

Gal Gadot

With Wonder Woman, Gal Gadot has claimed her spot in the action hero hall of fame. The former dancer and tness instructor was an obvious choice for the physically demanding role of Wonder Woman. Salon India speaks to her about her tness and beauty regime

Serie Expert Inforcer By L'Oreal Professionnel

Bid Adieu to Hair Breakage

FHAA 2017- Immaculate Line Up Of Experts

Inocorp Marketing Private Limited brought to India Alfaparf Milano in 2012. The brand has since then been taking giant strides in the market, and added a feather in their cap by successfully hosting the Fantastic Hairdresser Awards Asia 2017 in Mumbai on 13th September, 2017. The enviable line up of experts, who showcased their skills on the stage, was as awe-inspiring as it was immaculate

Mallika Pirani - Educate To Elevate Talent

Creative Director, Vannilla Salon, Mallika Pirani is a talented L’Oréal Professionnel ID Artist. While studying science in college, she realised it was not for her, and instead enrolled into the BBLUNT Academy to pursue hairdressing. Today, she calls the shots at her salon, and in the future, aspires to provide a platform to inspire hairdressers pan India

Shaping Futures By Schwarzkopf Professional- Seven Years And Going Strong

Leading professional hair care brand, Schwarzkopf Professional’s empowering social initiative, Shaping Futures, arms socially disadvantaged young adults by introducing them to the craft of hairdressing

Francesco Group Church Lane Presents The Pagan Collection

International Stylist

Swatee Singh - Timeless Aesthetics

Delhi-based fashion designer, Swatee Singh is at the forefront of global fashion trends. After years of honing her skills in the industry, Singh launched her eponymous label in 2014. The designs are synonymous with excellent craftsmanship, and a favourite among cine fashionistas such as, Parineeti Chopra,​ Shraddha Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandes, to name a few

Adrian Jacobs - Skills To Inspire

After a short stint as a cabin attendant, Adrian Jacobs, the Mumbai-based celebrity make-up artist, worked hard and found his calling in make-up. A self-taught professional, Jacobs aspires to launch his own make-up academy in the near future

MATRIX Reveals Summer Solutions for Coloured Hair

Melroy Dickson, General Manager Education, MATRIX India shares professional insights for maintaining colour-treated hair this summer

L'Oréal Professionnel Presents: X-Tenso Oleoshape For Nourished Straight Hair

Experience the all-new straightening services with X-Tenso Oleoshape, enriched with nourishing oils and powered by Thio Complex

Rubu Runku - On The Forefront Of Spa And Wellness

Rubu Runku, Spa Manager, Jiva Spa, Vivanta by Taj Dwarka, Delhi, shares her views on the spa and wellness industry, USP, future plans, and more

Prerana Nagpal Creative Instincts

Mumbai-based fashion designer, Prerana Nagpal hits the right chord of bespoke women’s apparel with her eponymous label, where style is met with comfort and class

Go Fearless With Smartbond​ From L'Oréal Professionnel

Smartbond, the breakthrough bond reconstructing system by L’Oréal Professionnel, is power packed with a blend of ingredients that achieve stronger and healthier hair after colouring or straightening processes

The Love Hair Show

Alan Truman hosted its rst edition of The Love Hair Show in Cochin, Kerala. The show witnessed industry maestros, Rod Anker, Rekha Sharma and Samir Lakhani showcasing various hair styling trends and techniques in an interactive session with the audience

For A Sustainable Future Opt For Ecofriendly Spaces

‘Sustainability’ has penetrated varied businesses across the world. The salon industry, too, has come on board with many countries such as, Australia vouching for ecofriendly and energy-efficient practices. In India, while there has been a rise in sustainable beauty, with an assortment of reputed brands and salon chains making the change, ‘green salons’ is, for now, only a concept and not a norm.

Get Parisian Cool Chic On With Dialight by L'Oréal Professionnel

The all-new L’Oréal Professionnel Dialight with its unique palette of shades, is ideal to create personalised on-trend #FrenchBalayage looks.

Get Ready For The Festival Of Colours

With MATRIX Opti.Long Nourish Protect.