Hot for summer

Skincare innovations, advances in hair technology and summer nail shades are among the latest new products on the market this season

SUGAR SCRUB

The Vita Cura CelluSea Smooth Multi-Action Body Exfoliator from Repêchage features seaweed, cocoa and caffeine extracts, which are blended with a multi-fruit complex. The sugar-based scrub can be used on areas of concern to improve the appearance of contours, while sloughing off dry, dull skin to reveal a softer, smoother and more toned appearance. It also includes a mix of essential mint oils.

RRP: €40 iguazubeautytherapy.com

MULTIPLE CHOICE

Alfaparf Milano has launched its Semi di Lino Sublime Cellula Madre Multiplier range for hair texture, an express salon treatment formulated to moisturise and strengthen. As part of the 10-15-minute salon treatment, the Multiplier concentrate is added to the Beauty Genesis formula, which uses plant stem cells from the fruit of the argan tree to promote regeneration and renewal from within. There are three Multiplier products designed for hair texture – Smooth,

Trade: €12 each xpertprofessional.ie

DEFINE AND THICKENING

KITTED OUT

Suitable for normal to dry skin, the Kaeso Hydrating Facial Kit includes a mask, exfoliator, cleanser, toner and moisturiser. Formulated with a range of natural ingredients, it promises to rebalance and restore the moisture of the skin, while hydrating and boosting the complexion.

Trade: €21.45 flair.ie

BELIEVE THE HYPE

R+Co has launched Hyperlink Fiber Stretch Pomade, which features a stretchy formula with elastic-like fibres that adhere to hair for weightless volume, texture and flexible hold. R+Co has also launched two professional treatments. Sunset Blvd Blonde Concentrate is formulated to correct unwanted yellow tones from blonde, grey and white hair, while Bel Air Smoothing Concentrate aims to reduce frizz and nourish dry or damaged hair.

RRP: €28 (Hyperlink Fiber Stretch Pomade)

Trade: €42 (Sunset Blvd Blonde Concentrate/Bel Air Smoothing Concentrate) xpertprofessional.ie

BRIGHT EYES

Now available in a user-friendly squeezable tube, Voya’s Bright Eyes Regenerating Eye Cream features anti-ageing properties such as sea heather and hand-harvested organic seaweed.

Promising to address dark circles, reduce puffiness and smooth fine lines, the new lightweight tube is made using recycled plastic. RRP: €43 voya.ie

RETINOL RENEWAL

The new Mila d’Opiz retinol skincare range features botanical formulations for active skin cell renewal. Promising to improve firmness and elasticity, and visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles, the line consists of Dermascience Retinol Day Cream, Retinol Night Creaml, Retinol Fluid and Retinol+Q10 Concentrate. 

Trade: from €32 sunaura.ie

COLOUR CORRECTION

The latest entry in L’Oréal Professionnel Paris’ Serie Expert Chroma Crème range are two variations of the Colour Correct Shampoo.

Targeting blondes to platinum blondes, and light to medium brown hair, the pigmented shampoos help to neutralise unwanted warm reflects.

RRP: €19.80 lorealprofessionnel.co.uk

BONDING TIME

Indola’s new Blonde Expert Care features integrated hair bond technology to create new bonds deep inside the hair fibre. The formula features a triplecharged ion that builds new bonds by creating a three-dimensional network inside the hair fibre. There are two ranges for different needs – InstaStrong for strengthening and shine-enhancing, and InstaCool for strengthening and neutralising.

RRP: €6.71 indola.co.uk

SCRUBBING UP

Now available in Ireland, the Wonderwink aesthetic scrubs range includes tops and trousers in a variety of colours, including pink, teal, navy, black and white. Straight leg or jogger style trousers, featuring pockets, are available in all colours to match. The US company also has its own brand of beauty tunics in linen look and natural fabric.

RRP: from €23 diamonddesigns.ie

FILLER FOCUS

Focus Care Youth+ Hydro- Lipidic 3DSynergè Filler Crème is designed to improve the appearance of skin, making it look smoother and firmer.

Featuring peptides and hyaluronic acid, Environ's latest skincare innovation took seven years to formulate.

RRP: €94.50 iiaa.euprofessionalbeauty.ie

EASY ELEVATION

The Elevate Lash Lift Tool is designed with grooves to lift the lashes precisely in place. Promising a quicker treatment time and increased lash definition, the dual-ended device is 100% stainless steel, reusable and easy to disinfect.

RRP: €16 suzanneeganacademy.com

HOTTING UP

Wax:one has launched its Single and Dual Wax Heaters, which feature a one-touch digital panel that allows the user to have complete control of the temperature by 1°C. Both devices have a fast-heating option and are suitable for hot and strip wax. The two options promise to meet all a therapist’s waxing needs.

Trade: €53.95 (Single Wax Heater); €89.95 (Dual Wax Heater) sweetsquared.com

IN TOP SHAPE

CND’s new Shellac No-Wipe Top Coat has been formulated to provide a long-lasting, high-gloss shine, with no IPA wipe required.

Designed for up to three weeks of shine, the product’s shatter-proof formula promises to resist chipping and peeling, while sealing in colour with no yellowing over time.

Trade: €15.45 (7.3ml)/ €23.95 (15ml) sweetsquared.com

ADDED DIMENSION

The new 4D Foilayage service from Matrix is aimed at clients who want to add extra colour dimension to blonde hair, while protecting against damage. It incorporates Matrix Light Master 8 Lightening Powder with Bonder and SoColor Sync Toners, which also feature built-in bonding technology that helps minimise breakage. The freehand technique uses foils and expert colour placement to create brighter dimension.

Trade: available on request matrixhaircare.co.uk

ROOTED AND READY

Great Lengths has introduced seven new shades to its Rooted range. Now covering a wide variety of colours, including brunette and ash, the collection is available in both GL Pre-Bonded and GL Tapes, and comes in a variety of lengths, including 12, 16 and 20 inches, which are suitable for all hair types.

Trade: available on request greatlengths.com

SENSITIVE SOLUTIONS

Mesoestetic has launched its Sensitive Skin Solutions range, which is designed for sensitive and sensitised skin. Promising to restore its health and wellbeing, the line helps balance the cutaneous microbiota and preserve the barrier function and defences against pathogens. It also has an antioxidant effect, which provides protection against the external agents that skin is exposed to on a daily basis. The range includes Skin Balance Fast Skin Repair, Couperend Cream, Melan Recovery and Anti-Stress Mask.

Trade: available on request mesoestetic.com

RED ALERT

Osmo has added three new red shades to its Ikon Permanent Hair Colour range of vegan professional colours. Hi-Lift Red, Hi-Lift Violet Red and Hi-Lift Copper Red are designed to lighten the hair and deposit colour all in one step, without the use of bleach. The new shades are formulated with to deliver intense and vibrant results.

Trade: €5.10 osmo.uk.com

THERMO TREATMENT

Thermavein is a medical grade treatment that has both CE and FDA approval. The machine uses thermo coagulation to treat spider veins. Promising to be safe, effective and economical, a treatment takes 15 minutes, with very little downtime. Along with spider veins, warts,skin tags and milia can also be treated.

Trade: available on request edenbeautygroup.com

GAIN INSIGHT

The new Insight Restructurizing range is designed to restore and revitalise damaged hair. Formulated with ingredients such as organic wheat germ extract, olive butter, argan oil and rice bran oil, all products in the range are at least 94% naturally derived. The line includes Restructurizing Shampoo, Conditioner, Mask Spray and Booster, which all come in lightweight, recyclable and sustainable packaging.

RRP: from €15.45 insightprofessional.ie

SUMMER SPIRIT

Gellux has launched its summer collection, which features eight new shades, ranging from nudes to neons.

Developed in collaboration with nail artist Julie-Anne Lariviere, Free Spirit is comprised of colours such as Joie De Vivre, Untamed, Run Wild With Me, Go With The Flow and Maple Dreams Come True. Each gel shade is formulated to be both chip-resistant and wear-resistant, and to give nails a glossy finish that lasts up to 15 days.

Trade: €14.30 each salonsystem.com

HEALING POWER

Suitable for all skin types, Aromawax Lavender Pearl Crème Wax is formulated with lavender oil and chamomile, which are both known for their healing and calming properties. The brand uses pure essential oils and nature’s natural rosins from pine trees in its products, which are are free from parabens.

Trade: €6.49 flair.ie

SERUM SHIELD

The new Olaplex No 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum promises to increase manageability, provide style memory and protect from pollution and heat. Rich in antioxidants such as red algae extract, the anti-damage hair shield is siliconefree, weightless and powered by Olaplex’s bond building technology.

RRP: €27.50 xpertprofessional.ie

RETINOL REGENERATION

Formulated with retinol, jojoba oil, apricot kernel oil, avocado oil, squalane and camellia oil, Klapp Facial Oil with Retinol firms and moisturises, while promising to prevent premature skin ageing, visibly reduce fine lines and regenerate the skin. Easily absorbed, it can be added to almost any cream.

RRP: €68 klapp.ie