Hot for summer

Hair serum, colour enablers, customised skincare, seasonal nail shades and salon wear are among our round-up of what’s hot this summer

DECISIVE DEVICE 
Nordlys’ single platform is CE-marked for 22 indications, and offers three foundational technologies; Ellipse IPL, Frax 1550/1940 and Nd:YAG 1064. The device gives the option of using either a laser or light-based technology, and the combination of lower fluence and narrowband technology means results in fewer treatments. SoftCool sends a focused stream of cool air for greater comfort during and after the treatment, and the Nordlys system can be used on skin types I-VI, and in any season and climate. In addition to hair removal, it treats the signs of skin ageing and non-ablative skin resurfacing.

Trade: €45,000 candelamedical.com

HEADS UP
Bed Head by TIGI has released an all-new shampoo, conditioner and styling product range, which features added innovations and formulations. All the new packs include a QR code that links to a host of online professional education. The collection also sees the brand embark on a sustainability initiative as the shampoo and conditioner bottles now contain 50% recycled plastic, and all the bottles and pumps across the wash and care range are fully recyclable.

Trade: from €7.55 tigi.com

CITY CHIC 
Inspired by street art, the new summer 2021 collection from CND features six seasonal shades that aim to encourage selfexpression. Summer City Chic is available in both CND Shellac Brand Gel Polish and CND Vinylux Long Wear Polish, and includes Rooftop Hop, a warm, vibrant violet; Sangria At Sunset, a fruity red blend; Museum Meet Cute, a bright fuchsia; Beach Escape, a flamingo pink; Popsicle Picnic, a yellow-orange hue; and Pop-Up Pool Party, which is an electric blue.

Trade: €15.45 each or €92.70 per collection (Shellac); €5.95 each or €89.70 per collection (Vinylux) sweetsquared.com

CONTOURING CARE
Environ’s new Body EssentiA Contouring Cream is formuated to help to visibly improve the appearance of dimpled, unevenly textured and lax skin, targeting areas such as the jawline, upper arms, abdomen, buttocks, thighs and knees. With ingredients such as vitamin C, vitamin E and pro-vitamin B5, it is recommended that the lightweight, quick-absorbing cream is gently massaged into the skin mornings and evenings.

RRP: €52 iiaa.eu

FOUNDATION FIX
Sothys has launched two foundations. With a satin finish, Teint Jeunesse contains two botanical active ingredients – saffron/sophora flower – along with new-generation peptides to fight against oxidative stress and the signs of chronological ageing. Teint Detox Energie has a semi-matte finish and is formulated with a complex of omega 3,6 and 9 and botantical hyaluronic acid for a nourishing, firming and revitalising effect.

RRP: €39.50 chleoenterprises.ie

BEAUTY SLEEP
Kaeso has introduced Dusk Till Dawn Sleep Oil, a replenishing overnight facial skincare product that promises to visibly restore the appearance of skin whilst sleeping. Formulated with plant extracts and nourishing botanicals, including jojoba oil, evening primrose oil and lavender oil, along with feeding the skin, the oil’s aroma aids relaxation before sleep.

RRP: €14.27 gainfort.com

HAIR SPA SOLUTION 
Repêchage has relaunched its Hydra-Amino18 Hair Spa Serum. Used as a daily styling aid prior to drying to protect hair, or as an intensive conditioning treatment, this silicone-free hair serum provides a spa and salonquality hair treatment at home, and is based on skincare ingredients formulated with Repêchage’s laminaria digitata seaweed extract. Other ingredients include marula seed oil, jojoba seed oil, coconut oil and safflower seed oil, as well as antioxidant vitamin E.

RRP: €45 iguazubeautytherapy.com

MOISTURE MASK
Olaplex No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask is the latest addition to the Olaplex range. The highlyconcentrated 4-in-1 reparative mask provides intense moisture and hydration to treat and smooth damaged hair. Infused with patented Olaplex bond-building technology, it restores compromised hair by repairing from the inside out. The mask comes in an airless pump that easily dispenses one application at a time, and should be used weekly for best results.

RRP: €27.50 beautybag.ie

DRESS CODE 
Buttercups Uniforms has a range of seasonal salon and spa wear for professionals returning to work after lockdown. From tie-back and crossover tunics, to collarless and square-neck styles, there are numerous options available in a variety of colours and fabrics, along with a variety of special offers.

RRP: from €18.99 buttercupsuniforms.com

HIGH BROW
Ciaobrow is now available in Ireland, with products including henna, brow lamination and lash lift kits.

The entire Ciaobrow range is vegan and crueltyfree, and meets with all relevant EU regulations and legislation. There are also accessories available, including application brushes, lash rods, storage containers, surgical markers, lamination/ microblading cling film, lash pads, brow strips and combs.

RRP: €93.50 (brow lamination kit) suzanneeganacademy.com

MAKING WAVES 
DMK’s ThermaWave is a multifunctional age management device that uses microcurrent cellular stimulation on the face. By using low levels of electricity to stimulate the muscles, collagen and elastin, it aims to act as a natural and non-invasive facelift. The sonic vibrations accelerate absorption of products, which increases circulation, hydration and chemical signals. The ThermaWave can be used to smooth the skin; reduce redness and inflammation; relieve the appearance of fatigue; shrink pores; and fight acne-causing bacteria.

RRP: available on request chleoenterprises.ie

ACID TONE 
Color Excel Gloss by Revlonissimo is Revlon Professional’s first ammonia-free toning range with acid technology, which respects the natural pH balance of hair, bringing it back to its natural state after a technical service. It also promises to improve cuticle sealing, resulting in colour deposit only, without shifting the natural base. As a low commitment option after any type of lightening service, it comes in a range of eight shades, plus one clear shade.

RRP: €20.15 (900ml developer); €8.80 (70ml tubes) revlonproshop.com

GENERATION NEXT 
New Generation is EMI’s spring/summer 2021 gel polish collection, which features eight shades, varying from bright neons and purple hues, to lighter pastels. The set is a bright colour palette that is designed to be ultramodern for vibrant spring-summer fashion looks. Shades include Delicious, Shape Up and Honest, and can be worn alone or in a variety of combinations.

Trade: €100.74 emischool.ie

ALL-INCLUSIVE
The new range of colour enablers from Schwarzkopf Professional has been developed as an all-inclusive support kit to master any colour service in three steps. With supporting products that address hair, skin and scalp condition, the range aims to give salons the opportunity to offer a more premium service to their clients, with both an optimised end result and coloration experience.

Trade: from €9 schwarzkopf-professional.co.uk

BEAUTY BOOSTERS 
Mesoestetic’s Age Element is a new treatment with an application designed to analyse the variables involved in the skin ageing process. It offers the professional a customised protocol with a diagnostic tool that adapts it to each client. It features four boosters – Brightening, Firming, Anti-Wrinkle and Redensifying – which are used in combination with each other to obtain the maximum therapeutic response.

RRP: from €95 (per session) mesoestetic.com

SMOOTH REBEL 
Alfaparf Milano’s new Semi Di Lino Smooth Rebel Hair range is formulated to hydrate, tame, smooth and control unruly locks, and fight frizz caused by humidity and atmospheric agents. The four treatment products – Smoothing Low Shampoo, Smoothing Conditioner, Smoothing Mask and Smoothing Cream – control rebellious and difficult-to-manage hair, while the Smoothing Oil tames and gives it a glossy, sleek finish. The line contains three scientifically-proven complexes, along with a climate-proof active ingredient. Alfaparf Milano has also created The New Collection, which is a range of new shades with new formulas and a new perspective in the three main colour lines: Color Wear, Evolution of the Color3 and Precious Nature.

Trade: from €14.75 xpertprofessional.ie

CHANGING LEAVES
Heaven Skincare has launched Dock Cream, which aims to calm irritation, even out tone and tackle sensitivity issues. The plantpowered restorative product features a combination of yellow and green dock leaves, as well as vitamin E.

It works by harnessing the power of our own interferons – proteins produced by a variety of cells – to reinforce skin from the inside out, soothing breakouts, irritation, rosacea and eczema.

RRP: €84.15 heavenskincare.com

TAN BOOST 
As part of a complete rebrand, professional tanning brand Crazy Angel has relaunched its 18 professional and retail tanning products. All the products have been reformulated to be vegan-friendly and free from alcohol, parabens and mineral oil. A host of new ingredients have also been added, including skin-boosting extracts of aloe vera, coconut, vitamin E and C, hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and jojoba. Packaging now uses 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) bottles.

Trade: €5.50-€47.90 crazy-angel.co.uk

MAGNETIC MIXING 
Sweet Squared has released iMix, a device that blends any gel polish or lacquer formula. To use, add a MiXer bead to a bottle of polish, place on the iMix launch pad and start. The device uses magnetic mixing technology to blend the formulation to help nail technicians achieve a flawless polish application and reduce wasted polish. It comes with 10 complimentary MiXers, which are also available separately.

Trade: €59.95 (device); €12.65 (MiXers 20 pack), €27.45 (MiXers 50 pack)

STYLE KULTURE 
The Lollypop and The Superdry are the new styling brushes from the KNOT KULTURE74 collection. Aimed at preventing breakage and cuticle damage, both brushes are designed with a flexibility that moulds the brush to the head shape, as well as massaging and detangling the hair. The Lollypop’s ventilated structure is designed for dry styling and brushing out, while The Superdry vent is for blow-drying. The brushes have nylon and natural boar bristles; the nylon ones prevent breakage, detangle and allow for a better grip on the hair, while the natural boar ones stimulate the scalp and seal the cuticle layer of the hair.

RRP: €15.90 flair.ie