New Year's PICKS

From haircare innovations and skincare solutions, to make-up and brow offerings, there are lots of new products to meet clients’ needs this New Year

ON POINT

New to Everlasting Brows’ retail line is the Iridescent Double Sided Eyeliner Pencil in two shades – Heavenly Black to define the eyes, and Glitter to add a subtle hint of shimmer. This versatile pencil can be used to accentuate your clients’ eyes, craft the perfect feline flick or create a smoky eye look.

RRP: €9
everlastingbrows.com

SMOOTH OPERATOR

Farmavita's Smooth Experience features four rituals for the hair. Products include Omniplex Instant Glossing Water, which is a professional illuminating conditioning treatment that promises fluid, super shiny and light hair in a few seconds. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, the lamellar technology allows the active ingredients to be deposited in the damaged parts of the hair. Other products include the Omniplex Pre-Treat Shampoo and Omniplex Filler Conditioner.

Trade: available on request
styleparlor.ie

STEAMY STYLE

The Hot Tools Steamstyler uses steam for styling with 30% less heat. With three steam settings and six heat settings, it is suitable for all hair types. The centered steam channel distributes steam evenly for faster styling, while other features include an integrated water tank, and titanium plates for extra smooth and shiny results.

RRP: €175
nationalbeauty.ie

BEAUTY BOOST

Bioline Jatò's SOS Serum is an ultra-active intensive booster with biomimetic peptides, which are essential for hypersensitive and reactive skin. Formulated to soothe and defend the skin, the product promises to strengthen the skin's barrier, for prolonged comfort. Infused with tetrapeptide-15 and argan oil GPI, it works to transform sensitive skin, providing a soothing and protective effect.

Trade: available on request aspiringwellnessireland@gmail.com

DATE WITH DENSITY

Alfaparf Milano Professional has launched Semi di Lino Density, a line designed to restore the natural thickness of hair that has been thinned by stress and hormonal changes, the use of harsh products and frequent styling. The range includes Density Thickening Low Shampoo, Density Thickening Conditioner, Density Leave-In Cream and Density Lotion. Alfaparf Milano Professional is also extending its range of in-salon and home maintenance services with four treatments designed to satisfy all the needs of the hair and scalp.

RRP: from €15.75
xpertprofessional.ie

FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH

Dr. Levy Switzerland has launched Pigment Control Drops. Formulated with four critical components and an antioxidant-rich complex that promises youthful and radiant skin, the four key ingredients are red algae oligosaccharide, tranexamic acid, niacinamide and concentrated vitamin C, which alll work together to deliver a reduction in hyperpigmentation.

RRP: €125.90
cleverbeauty.com

MASK FOR MORE

Caci International has launched its bestselling masks in packs of five. The Caci Hydro Mask is formulated to nourish, smooth lines and calm the skin; the Caci Purifying Silver Mask helps to improve the appearance of problematic skin; and the Caci Eye Revive Masks promise to soothe tired eyes.

RRP: from €40.35
caci.ie

BOLDER BROWS

The henna-free 3D Effect Hybrid Brow Stain by Beautiful Brows and Lashes can be used alone or immediately after brow lamination to create a fuller, bolder brow. Available in nine shades, the stain promises to last for up to seven weeks on the hair shaft and root, and the 3D effect for 10 days on the skin.

RRP: €12.65 each
ie.beautifulbrowsandlashes.com

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION Kemon Actyva has launched refill pouches in 100ml and 500ml sizes for its Bellessere, Colore Brillante, Volume e Corposità, Nuova Fibra, Nutrizione, Disciplina. Benessere, P Factor, Equilibrio and Purezza ranges. The eco-friendly pouches promise to reduce plastic waste, reduce carbon footprint, encourage sustainability and eliminate product waste. The refill pouches can also be sold to clients.

RRP: from €10.50 (100ml)
xpertprofessional.ie

RELAXED RESULTS

Developed by Tom Connell, Davines’ Dry Wax styling spray creates relaxed, tousled hair while adding texture and body, leaving a satin-matte finish. It can be used with other products, or on its own, and is ideal for styling short as well as longer layered looks.

RRP: €24
uk.davines.com

ALL AFOOT

Yokaba's professional foot products are based on vegan formulas. The range features Yokaba Podotherapy Keratolytic Foot Cream and Yokaba Podotherapy Renew Foot Cream. Ingredients include marshmallow extract and linseed extract, which are known for their soothing and moisturising properties; and silver ions for an antibacterial effect.

The products promise to soften and smooth skin, eliminating roughness and bringing relief to sore, strained feet.

Trade: from €9
thehairandbeautycompany.ie

ADVANCED REJUVENATION

Biostimulating System Lab is the new advanced skin-rejuvenation treatment programme from DIBI Milano. Resulting from advanced cosmeceutical research, it includes a new sonicated hyaluronic acid in a patented blend, together with PDRN, stabilised vitamin C and niacinamide. The repairing treatment features four special formulations in two kits – one professional and one at-home kit. As an intensive programme that promises to generate visible and effective results in just two weeks, each protocol should start with the professional treatment programme.

RRP: €130 (professional kit); €62 (at-home kit) xpertprofessional.ie

POWER COUPLE

Eminence’s new Bakuchiol + Niacinamide Collection features ingredients designed to smooth, hydrate and protect the skin. The range includes the new Bakuchiol + Niacinamide Moisturiser and the complementing Radiant

Protection Fluid SPF 30. This natural alternative to retinol promises all of the anti-ageing rejuvenating results, without side effects, such as dryness, flakiness and irritation. Both products have a combination of bakuchiol and niacinamide, which both work in harmony to visibly smooth and soften the skin, and minimise pores.

RRP: €79 ( Bakuchiol + Niacinamide Moisturiser); €69 (Radiant Protection Fluid SPF 30)
eminence.ie

NEW DIMENSIONS

CBD 3D Professional Hair Colour Cream is formulated with CDB oil, hydrolysed keratin and argan oil. Offering three-dimensional colour results, while nourishing and conditioning the hair during the process, the anti-inflammatory properties of CBD help avoid irritation caused by alkalinity, and its anti-oxidant action helps to cleanse the hair of free radicals created by the environment or previous chemical treatments.

Trade: available on request
kihco.ie

HAIR REPAIR

Co-developed with scientists and hair professionals, the new Absolut Repair Molecular range from L’Oreal Professionnel Paris features two regimes – a three-step daily routine and an in-salon pre-treatment. Formulated to reform and rebuild the molecular structure of the hair by re-injecting peptide components separately, the new technology is concentrated with five amino acids.

RRP: from €30.40
capitalhairandbeauty.ie

SEA CHANGE

Designed to restructure and smooth undernourished epidermises, Thalgo’s Cold Cream Marine range uses a complex of marine active ingredients highly bioavailable to skin, concentrating the three main cutaneous lipids: ceramides, fatty acids and sterols. Thalgo has also created a 60-minute professional facial, enriched with boosted Cold Cream Marine and marine pro-ceramide.

Trade: from €11.25 (skincare range); from €69.15 (facial)
thalgo.ie

BONDING BENEFITS

Schwarzkopf Professional's new Fibre Clinix Bonding Oils have been formulated to deliver deep nourishment and long-lasting repair. The multifunctional repair oils promise to give smooth and shiny results, whilst deeply repairing and preventing hair damage by providing nourishment to the inner hair fibre. Featuring the brand's advanced bonding technology and 5-oil complex, the two new products offer a blend of benefits to strengthen and soften different hair types.

RRP: €29.35
schwarzkopfpro.com

CARE FOR CURLS

Authentic Beauty Concept has expanded its Hydrate range to include three new products: Hydrate Intense Treatment, Hydrate Curl Enhancer and Hydrate Smoothing Serum. Formulated to enhance the natural pattern of the hair, each product offers a solution for wavy and curly hair.

Ingredients such as linseed oil and murumuru butter help to seal the hair shaft for a smoother and frizz-free finish.

RRP: €42.80
authenticbeautyconcept.com

PLUS POINTS

Retinol+ Emulsion from IS Clinical features encapsulated stable retinol, bakuchiol and absorbic acid, among other ingredients. The product is designed to reduce wrinkles, increase skin elasticity and boost skin hydration. It can be used daily after building up tolerance, and is suitable for normal, oily, dry or combination skin types.

RRP: €135.95
isclinical.ie

MATCH FIT

The PureMatch Liquid Concealer is an ultra-lightweight formula designedd to conceal blemishes, even out skin tone and enhance the complexion. Available in 16 true-to-skin shades, the product has been formulated with the skin in mind, featuring botanical oils, waxes and extracts to soothe and support hydration.

Trade: €13.85
 cleverbeauty.com