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Seasonal solutions

New nail and make-up shades, skincare innovations and the latest in haircare are among our top product picks this season

MADE UP IN STYLE

Tweed Your Style is the new Artdeco collection, which is inspired by the classic fabric. The line includes Blush Couture, a combination of two shades that can be applied individually or blended; and a selection of eye shadows in new shades. The collection also features Perfect Colour Lipstick, which hydrates the lips with flower extracts. RRP: from €7.50 stralabeauty.com

HYDRA POWER

Sothys new Hydra Hyaluronic Acid4 line features Intensive Hydrating Serum, which aims to boost hydration mechanisms. Its light texture is rich in liposomes, and promises to leave skin supple and radiant. Also included in the range is Hydrating Youth Creams, which are designed to plump skin; and the Hydra-Plumping Masque, which is formulated to provide an instant burst of hydration.
RRP: from €47.90 chleoenterprises.ie

COLOUR BURST

Colour Me Crazy is the new collection from Gellux, featuring warm and earthy shades to suit every client. From deep berry hues to fiery oranges, the range includes Bitten Berry, Much Drama, All Fired Up, All the Rage, Wicked Green, Velvet Vixen, Cupids Kiss and How Bizarre. Each Gellux gel shade is chip-resistant, and promises to leave nails with a long-lasting, ultra-glossy finish.
Trade: €13.45 salonsystem.com

CONDITIONING BALMS

ColorBalms from Biolage is a new range of colour-depositing conditioners in seven shades, such as Red Poppy, Earl Grey and Lavender. Promising to enhance, refresh and transform colour-treated or naturally-coloured hair, the intermixable shades are vegan-friendly and formulated with nourishing ingredients. RRP: €25.75 matrixhaircare.co.uk

SCALP SAVER

Osmo’s new Scalp Therapy collection features a three-step regime that promises healthy results by cleansing, exfoliating and nourishing the scalp, creating the best environment for hair growth. The range includes Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt, which helps to remove dead skin cells and boost cell turnover; Detangling Gel with Sea Minerals to hydrate and tame unruly locks; and Replenishing Mask with Prickly Pear Oil to revitalise hair from root to tip.
RRP: from €15.90 osmo.uk.com

HOTTING UP

Salon System has launched the new and improved Just Wax Duo Wax Heater, which enables therapists to heat two waxes at the same time, or independently at different temperatures. Just Wax pots can be placed directly into the heater, and are interchangeable with different types of Just Wax hot waxes.
Trade: €80.70 salonsystem.com

DEEP CLEAN

Olaplex has launched its Broad Spectrum Chelating Treatment, a professional-strength, high-potency chelator that cleans deep down to the cortex, without stripping hair of its moisture and essential proteins. It promises to remove a wide range of heavy metals, minerals, pollution, chlorine, medications and discolouring copper deposits to create a clean canvas for optimal results from all chemical services. Formulated with potent vitamin C, it promotes vibrant colour and consistent lightening results, while restoring natural shine, softness and manageability.
Trade: €32 xpertprofessional.ie

BLURRING BALM

Danessa Myricks Beauty has launched Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder, which promises to blur the appearance of texture on the skin, such as acne, scarring, blemishes and wrinkles. It also mattifies and reduces redness and pigmentation. The product is applied like a balm and immediately turns to powder on the skin.
Trade: available on request sunaura.ie

ECO FASHION

New from Buttercups is the 2Life fabric, which is 100% recycled and recyclable, and manufactured using 60% less energy than traditional material. It comes in three styles – the B072 Eco Faux Wrap Tunic, the B079 Eco V Neck Tunic with Zipped Pockets and the B100 Eco Slim Leg Trousers.
RRP: from €45.50 buttercupsuniforms.com

LIFE’S A BLEACH

Farmavita’s Life Bleaching Powder is formulated with amino acids to improve strength and shine, along with colour retention. Its violet micropigments optimise and neutralise undesired yellow tones. The powder promises up to nine levels of lift, with the low ammonia content helping to reduce stress on the hair, and preserve the structure.
Trade: available on request styleparlor.ie

VERY VIBRANT

Schwarzkopf Professional’s Fibre Clinix now includes customisable blonde care, with the launch of five new products within the Fibre Clinix Vibrancy range. There are three in-salon products – Purple Booster, Blue Booster and Purple Shampoo – so hairdressers can now offer a customisable neutralisation option as part of the Tribond Service to repair and help enhance or maintain cool blonde tones. The line-up also includes two at-home products – Purple Shampoo and Heat Protection Mist.
RRP: available on request schwarzkopfpro.com

JUST THE TONIC

Medik8 has launched Press & Clear, a 2% encapsulated salicylic acid tonic that features unique, slow-release technology, and a barrier-friendly pH 5.5 to ensure it’s gentle on the skin. Formulated to provide triple-action blemish care, it promises to visibly clarify skin in seven days.
RRP: €40.33 medik8.com

SLIM FIT

Great Lengths has introduced its new GL Tapes Slim, which contain a thickness of 0.55mm – half the size of the classic GL Tapes – and an updated adhesive strip for extra grip and better performance. Ideal for the time-conscious client as they work well for quick-fixes and occasion hair, GL Tapes Slim can be worn for up to six to eight weeks with appropriate care and maintenance. RRP: available on request greatlengths.com

COLLAGEN CARE

Collagen Body & Face Mist promises to work as an all-in-one skin firmer, energy booster and make-up setting spray. It contains Heaven’s recently launched Collagen Drops for a tightening effect, and to help reduce the appearance of cellulite. Other key ingredients include hyaluronic acid to improve hydration and elasticity; and neroli oil, known for its antibacterial and antioxidants properties.
RRP: €74.05 heavenskincare.com

SKIN SERVICE

Pro Microneedling is Dermalogica’s new bespoke and tailored service, which offers a clinically-tested protocol that addresses dull skin, refines pores, targets hyperpigmentation, and softens fine lines and wrinkles. This micro-injury service is used alongside Pro Restore, the brand’s new professional-only formula. Dermalogica has also introduced its Pro Nanoneedling service.
RRP: €213.50 (60-minute Pro Microneedling treatment); €154.20 (60-minute Pro Nanoneedling treatment) dermalogica.ie

RAPID RELIEF

Murad’s new Deep Relief Blemish Treatment is formulated to address the pain and swelling of deep bumps. The leave-on treatment includes actives and skin-healing ingredients, such as maximum strength 2% salicylic acid, and it promises quick and long-term relief. RRP: €46 murad.co.uk

THREE-STEP SOLUTION

Salon System has launched new and improved packaging for its Dual Treatment Formula – Lash & Brow Lift System. Designed for ease of use, it contains everything the professional will need to lift lashes and laminate brows, within one trio pack. Now including 10 sachets of Lift, Fix and Boost, the three-step system lifts lashes for eight weeks and laminates brows for three to four weeks.
Trade: €28.40 salonsystem.com

SUSTAINABLE ACTION

Indola has extended its Act Now! collection to include three new products. Already consisting of 14 care and styling products, the range now includes Color Spray Conditioner, Non-Aerosol Fixation Spray and Volume Mousse. The new additions are also vegan, and free from mineral oils, parabens, artificial colours and waxes. They are produced with 97% recycled packaging. RRP: from €8.60 indola.co.uk

OIL PROTECTION

The new L’Oreal Professionnel Metal Detox Oil is specially formulated to be anti-breakage, anti-metal and anti-frizz. Enriched with glicoamine, its lightweight texture is instantly absorbed by the hair, leaving a protective finish, promising less hair breakage and more shine.
Trade: €19.30 lorealprofessionnel.co.uk

LUMINOUS SKIN

A new concept in professional facial treatments, the Repêchage Biolight Luminex Mask is fortified with glycolic acid (AHA), fruit acid, laminaria digitata seaweed filtrate and other botanicals to help reduce the appearance of fine lines, while sloughing off dry skin. Promising bright and glowing results, it also includes kaolin clay, which helps to deep cleanse and reduce excess oils.
 Trade: available on request iguazubeautytherpy.com

This article appears in the Nov/Dec 2022 Issue of Professional Beauty & HJ Ireland

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This article appears in the Nov/Dec 2022 Issue of Professional Beauty & HJ Ireland