Summer sizzlers

Smart skin serum, eco-friendly towels, seasonal nail shades and sustainable haircare are among the hottest products on the market this summer

DROPS OF PROTECTION 
Mila d'Opiz Sun Drops SPF50 with Blue Light is a new product that provides full SPF50 protection from UVA and UVB for four to six hours. Packaged in a compact 30ml dropper bottle, and containing vitamins A, C and E, a few drops of this liquid can be applied directly to the skin, or mixed with day cream or into foundation.
Trade: €16.70 

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HAIR RITUALS  
Alterna has launched its new Restore Rituals Collection and Meltaway No-Rinse Micellar Cleanser as part of its My Hair My Canvas line. The Restore Rituals Collection includes the Cool Hydrations Nourishing Masque, Glow Crazy Shine Booster and Jelly Fix Repair Booster, which feature targeted intensive formulas to deliver customisable boosts in moisture, repair and shine. Aimed at those with busy lifestyles and who want to wash their hair less frequently, the Meltaway No-Rinse Micellar Cleanser uses micellar technology to create a rinse-free cleanser that allows clients to extend wash days by refreshing any hair style.
RRP: from €29.95 (Restore Rituals); €27.50 (Micellar Cleanser) 

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SAFELY LIGHT 
The new Alter Ego Gentle Protective Lightener contains an osmo protector active ingredient that maintains the osmotic balance of proteins, making it possible to safely lighten hair with sensitive or damaged structure. Ideal for clients who frequently request lightening services, the product promises maximum hydration.
Trade: €29.50 

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SMART SERUM 
Dermalogica’s new Smart Response Serum features an advanced formula that is targeted to recognise and address microchanges in the skin before they’re visible to the naked eye. It responds to the skin’s signals, addressing concerns and helping to prevent future damage. Ingredients include gallic acid-rich Japanese cornelia cherry, mannose-6-Phosphate, hydrolysed wheat flour and oligosaccharides. For best results, the serum should be applied each morning and night after cleansing and toning.
RRP: €150 

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PEEL POWER 
Casmara has introduced its new Dermapeel range, which features superficial and medium peels that combine a mix of acids to give optimum results with minimum down time. There are two peels to choose from: PSF for mature skin, and SAS peel, which has a purifying and regenerating action for oily or problem skin. Also new is the Peel Booster, which promises to enhance and prolong the benefits of the peels.
Trade: available on request 

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HEAVENLY HAIR 
The new On a Cloud collection from R+Co features Baobab Oil Repair Shampoo, Baobab Oil Masque and Baobab Oil Repair Splash-On Styler. The trio of products is aimed at hair that’s stressed from chemical irritants and the effects of styling. The shampoo gently cleanses while repairing damaged hair, the masque resets hair from damage, while adding deep hydration and a soft feel, while the spray eases detangling and repairs damage through the styling process.
RRP: €36 (Baobab Oil Repair Shampoo); €44 (Baobab Oil Masque); €34 (Baobab Oil Repair Splash-On Styler) 

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TANNING MAKEOVER 
Irish tanning brand Insanity has unveiled a new look as part of a rebrand that includes the addition of new products, and a reformulation of some of the others in the range. The line is made using organic ingredients, is suitable for sensitive skin types and safe to use during pregnancy. Insanity is available in five professional colours, and all five, along with a barrier cream, are currently available to purchase for €99 until the end of July.
Trade: €99 (500ml) 

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FIND IT OUT 
Part of the Total Results range from Matrix, the new Unbreak My Blonde Bleach Finder targets and removes lightener particles through a unique colour-changing formula. So, if you’re not sure you’ve rinsed away all the lightener, Bleach Finder will let you know. Enriched with citric acid, the backbar shampoo cleansing formula promises to leave hair as an even canvas, with no patchy toning results.
RRP: €16.75 

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SERUM SOLUTION 
Perron Rigot’s latest skincare product range includes Ingrown Hair Care Serum, which has 91% natural origin ingredients, with a concentrate of exfoliating and soothing active ingredients such as papaya and badiane extracts. The serum works to purify the skin and eliminate the dead cells, thus avoiding the obstruction of the pores responsible for the appearance of ingrown hairs. It can be applied to the face and body, and used daily to prevent or slow the appearance of ingrown hairs.
RRP: €15.20 

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WAXING WELLNESS 
Ubame Charcoal Wax from Repêchage is formulated to provide skincare benefits while helping remove all unwanted hair. The wax uses traditional Japanese charcoal, an activated charcoal powder derived by a special process from the Ubame Oak, a tree known to be rich in minerals. This powder is also highly porous, allowing it to absorb and help remove impurities and oils from the skin. Ubame Charcoal Wax sets fast and promises to remove fine, coarse and stubborn hair, leaving skin smooth and hair-free.
RRP: available on request 

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MALIBU VIBES 
OPI’s Malibu Collection features six bold, saturated hues and six neutrals, which are designed to be mixed and matched to achieve a variety of colour combinations. Included in the new collection is Strawberry Waves Forever, which is a reinterpreted version of the bestselling Strawberry Margarita. All of the 12 Malibu Collection shades are available in GelColor, Infinite Shine and Nail Lacquer formulas.
Trade: €20.70 (GelColor) 

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ACTIVE HYDRATION 
Dibi Milano has introduced two new products in its Hydra Perfection range. Active Moisturising Cream is lightweight and quickly absorbed, and aims to prevent signs of ageing. Active Moisturising Eye Contour Cream strengthens, hydrates and refreshes the eye contour. The hydrating formula features decongestant active ingredients that fight bags and dark circles. Dibi Milano has also launched the Hydra Perfection Time set, which comprises the new Active Moisturising Eye Contour Cream and the Extreme Moisturising Cream.
RRP: €55.50 (Active Moisturising Cream); €39.90 (Active Moisturising Eye Contour Cream); €85 (Hydra Perfection Time) 

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OVER THE RAINBOW 
The Agenda Prisma Rainbow Brush set features seven brushes with feathered bristles to help to penetrate the hair section and distribute hair colour effortlessly and evenly. The ergonomic grip provides enhanced comfort and control, while the different brush colours help to act as a shade reference during multi-tonal work.
Trade: €6.46 

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CAPSULE COLLECTION 
Osmo has launched X.POSED, a capsule collection that is designed for all hair types, and reaffirms the brand’s commitment to limiting its impact on the environment.
The range of six black and white products includes Daily Shampoo, Daily Conditioner, Anti-Humidity Spray and Treatment Mask. Made up of 97% naturallyderived ingredients and packaging that contains 50% PCR materials, the collection is fully recyclable, 100% vegan-friendly and cuelty-free.
RRP: from €11.10 

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ECO TOWELS 
KULTURE74 has launched an eco-friendly, bleach-resistant microfibre towel range for professionals. With a high absorbency, the towels wash and dry faster than cotton, and are energy-efficient due to using 50% less energy consumption. They use less storage space compared to cotton towels, while the soft friction-free material is gentle and non-abrasive on the hair shaft. The range is available in six neutral and vibrant colours, and in packs of 10.
RRP: €29.99 

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SUNSHINE KITS 
Nimue has launched three new summer retail kits. The Healthy & Bright kit uses non-abrasive enzymes paired with daily SPF protection to fight environmental factors that contribute to skin ageing. Bright Eyes promises to keep the eye area looking bright, hydrated and nourished, whilst also targeting pigmented areas. Ultimate Protection aims to give skin maximum hydration, daily protection and barrier repair. The kits come with a limited-edition travel bag or free Nimue Exfoliating Enzyme.
RRP: available on request 

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TANNING PREP 
Clients have the option to prep and maintain their tan at home with Tan Extender Scrub and Gradual Tanning Moisturizer from That’so. Tan Extender Scrub is an exfoliating gel for the face and body, which is applied before using self-tanning products or before having an in-salon tanning treatment. Gradual Tanning Moisturizer is a coloured body lotion that is formulated with aloe, pineapple extract and vitamin E to provide an instant touch of tan.
RRP: €23 (Tan Extender Scrub); €27.60 (Gradual Tanning Moisturizer) 

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EXPERT UPGRADE 
The reformulated Blonde Expert range from Indola promises to help hairdressers create commercial and on-trend blonde looks that are ideal for summer and post-lockdown client requests. It includes a new Ultra Cool Booster and Ultra Lift Booster, and integrated hair bond technology, which creates a protective layer around the natural bonds, helping ensure the integrity of the fabric of the hair is maintained. The upgraded range also comes in modernised and more sustainable packaging.
RRP: from €7.20 

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CARING FOR CURLS 
Curl Manifesto is an eight-piece luxury curl range from Kérastase that cares for all types of curly hair. Containing manuka honey, ceramide and glycerin, it offers hydration, strength and definition.
Products in the range include Gelée Curl Contour, a curl-enhancing defining gel-cream; Refresh Absolu, a second-day curl-refreshing spray; and Crème De Jour Fondamentale, a daily moisturising leave-in treatment.
RRP: from €17.25 

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BACK TO THE 80S 
The Forever 80s ButterCream collection from Light Elegance features six new shades for the summer. From vibrant neons to softer neutrals, the palette aims to give nail professionals freedom of expression in the salons to deliver a range of looks for clients. The shades – Leotards & Legwarmers, Superfreak, Totally Tubular, Big Hair Don’t Care, Fresh to Death and Bitchin’ – are 100% free of HEMA monomer and last over four weeks.
Trade: €85.95 (full collection); €17.45 (each) 

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