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Seasonal nail shades, haircare innovations and skincare advances are among the latest new products to help you meet clients’ needs

DYNAMIC DELIVERY

Dynamic Duality is CND’s seasonal collection, with the six new shades drawing inspiration from the timeless beauty of earth’s elements and futuristic vibes of AI innovations. Three of the colours feature metallic effects, including glitter and pearl to exude a futuristic feel, while the remaining three offer earth tones in crème finishes. Dynamic Duality is available in both CND Shellac Gel Polish and CND Vinylux Long Wear Polish.

Trade: €98 (Shellac collection); €37.70 (Vinylux collection) sweetsquared.com

DOUBLE ADDITION

Alfaparf Milano Professional has added two new products to its Semi di Lino Reconstruction line. Semi di Lino Reconstruction Reparative Light Mask promises to deeply reconstruct fine and damaged hair, giving it strength, while Semi di Lino Reconstruction Anti-Damage Shield Cream finalises the reconstruction process of medium to thick damaged hair. The formulation of the range has also been enriched with the a-z bond complex active technology. 

RRP: from €17.50 xpertprofessional.ie

SKIN SUPERCHARGE

111SKIN has introduced Cryo Revitalising Moisturiser, a revitalising gel moisturiser that has an instant cooling and awakening effect. Harnessing the same science behind cryotherapy, it promises to deliver a sculpted, tightened and more radiant complexion.

Ingredients include actigen 02 to boost blood circulation and minimise puffiness; polyglutamic acid; and eight types of hyaluronic acid for long-lasting skin hydration and elasticity. It also contains ATP, a precursor to DNA.

RRP: €125 111skin.com

BLONDE BONUS

Joico has launched Joico Blonde Life SilverLight Lightening Powder, a powder lightener with charcoal to help offset brassy tones whilst processing. It also helps to prime hair, build bonds, and protect and strengthen the hair. In addition, the brand has introduced Joico Blonde Life Titanium and Blue Violet Demi Glosses. These cool-toned, intermixable shades promise to instantly neutralise unwanted warmth.

Trade: available on request xpertprofessional.ie

WICKED INSPIRATION

OPI has launched a limited-edition collection inspired by Universal Pictures’ Wicked. OPI x Wicked features 12 colourmatched shades in Nail Lacquer and GelColor. There are also nine long-wear Infinite Shine hues.

RRP: from €19 opi.com

REPAIR WITH CARE

L’Oréal Professionnel Paris has launched Absolut Repair Molecular Concentrated Professional Mask, which is formulated with peptide bonders and five amino acids for replumped and thicker looking hair. Suitable for all types of damaged hair, the it promises to detangle, as well as provide improved movement and elasticity. Inspired by skincare, the mask’s texture is silky and lightweight.

RRP: from €33 lorealprofessionnel.com

SWEETNESS AND LIGHT

R+Co Candy Stripe is a protective leave-in solution to instantly detangle and nourish hair. Used alone or layered, this fast-absorbing spray promises to provide an even application to help prevent breakage, seal cuticles, and protect hair from environmental and mechanical damage. Ingredients include matcha tea extract, Brazilian pink berry and cocoa extracts, mint and Peruvian ginseng extracts, pineapple and sugar glycols, and rosemary leaf extract.

RRP: €27.50 xpertprofessional.ie

TANNING BENEFITS

Million Dollar Facial has formulated its H20 Tanning Drops to provide a streak-free, even tan that develops gradually over a few hours, for a natural and long-lasting result. With a blend of hydrating and skin-nourishing ingredients, the product promises to leave the skin moisturised and smooth. Convenient to use, the drops can be added to moisturiser.

Trade: €14.80 milliondollarfacial.com

SOOTHING SAVIOURS

The new Retexturizing Body and Face Pads from Murad can be used on blemishes, keratosis pilaris and ingrown hairs, all while soothing inflamed skin. Anti-inflammatory azelaic acid rebalances aggravated skin, while exfoliating salicylic and glycolic acids are paired for efficacy. Targeting irritationcausing bacteria with its amino acid technology, the pads are suitable for balanced, oily and combination skin types.

RRP: from €58 murad.co.uk

FLAWLESS FOUNDATION

Now available in Ireland, Decoded Skin is a South African brand. Using biotechnology, it has developed a lightweight treatment foundation that promises to provide skincare benefits, along with a flawless complexion. It contains the Decoded triple-complex formula to support the the skin’s natural barrier, leaving it hydrated, softer and smoother, and protected against external environmental factors. It is available in a range of shades and suitable for all skin types.

Trade: €24.45 sweetsquared.com

HIGH HOPES

Crazy Color High Lift Violet Lightener helps remove unwanted yellow tones for the cleanest results. It also conditions and supports the hair with added bond protect anti-breakage complex, which contains safflower seed oil and glycine amino acid. The dust-free bleach delivers up to nine levels of lift and is 100% vegan and cruelty-free.

Trade: from €19 crazycolor.co.uk

BRIGHT BONUS

Evo has expanded its Staino offering to include three new shades of super-bright and intense direct dyes. Tangerine is a warm and bright orange-yellow shade, Flamingo is a vibrant, warm pink shade and Ivy is a yellow-based, forest green shade. The high concentration of pigment in the products means that the results last for 50 washes.

Trade: available on request evohair.com

NEW BEGINNINGS

The Hydra Dew Pure Starter Collection is the newest release from Repêchage and features five at-home products in starter sizes. The Gentle Foaming Cleanser contains three select seaweed extracts to nourish skin, while natural botanicals such as water lily and oat bran extracts help reduce the appearance of irritation. The Facial Essence Mist helps to create dewy, radiant skin, while the line also includes Facial Moisturizer, Night Cream and Eye Contour Cream.

RRP: from €60 iguazubeautytherapy.com

EASY AS ABC

Holos Skincare has launched its ABC Active range, which features three light serums, focused on vitamins A, B and C, specifically targeting collagen, elastin and keratin. Active ingredients promise to encourage the skin to work more efficiently, targeting deep into the dermis, while plant oils and extracts enhance the skin’s appearance at the epidermis level. Each serum has a distinct light texture and aroma, thanks to its gentle botanical formulation.

Trade: available on request cacibeauty.com

ON DISPLAY

Caci has introduced a new retail display to showcase its products. The countertop display includes a stand, 50 leaflets, and three of each of the Exosome Glow Serum, Line Refiner Serum, Clear Skin Serum and Eye Revive Serum products. It also incorporates two of each of the Amino Lift Peptide Complex, Hydro Mask retail box, Purifying Silver Mask retail box and Eye Revive Mask retail box offerings.

RRP: €62 (Focus Care Youth+ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Serum); €69.95 (Focus Care Youth+ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Forte) environskincare.co.uk

RETINOL BOOST

Environ has launched Focus Care Youth+ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Serum and Focus Care Youth+ Tri-Retinoid Complex Retinol Forte. These two retinol serums are recommended as add-on boosters to daily vitamin A topical replenishment. Formulated to improve the appearance of wrinkles, firmness, elasticity, hydration, skin tone and texture, the serums work synergistically with the skin’s natural processes.

RRP: from €16.95 voduzhair.com

PUMP UP THE VOLUME!

Voduz has launched its Volumising range, which includes Cleanse It Volumising Shampoo, Condition It Volumising Conditioner and High Riser Volumising Root Spray. Formulated with a volume boost complex, the line is designed to infuse hair with thickness and volume from root to tip, ensuring it stays naturally flexible, while achieving fullness.

Trade: from €50 salonsystem.com

BEAUTY BOOST

The new RefectoCil Brow & Lash Booster is designed to deliver fuller, longer and broader brows, and healthier lashes. It is formulated with ingredients that stimulate natural growth, including styrian pumpkin seeds and bamboo stem. The vegan formulation has an innovative applicator with a small tip for precise application to the lash line and a broad underside for the brows. Dermatologically and ophthalmologically tested, it is free from prostamide and synthetic hormones.

YOUNG AT HEART

Suitable for both wet and dry hair, the Sister Young Ovia hairbrush has an innovative curved shape, ventilated body and a non-slip coating. The nylon pins help to comb and smooth hair without the risk of breakage, while natural boar bristles help redistribute the scalp’s natural oils into the hair for a healthy and shiny appearance. The brush can be used on all hair types, including extensions. It is available in eight colours.

RRP: available on request globalbeauty.ie

GET SMART

Image Skincare has added Advanced Smart Blend Mineral Moisturiser SPF 50 to its Daily Prevention range. Developed as a colour-correcting daily moisturiser, it offers coverage that adapts to all skin tones, while giving the highest level of sun protection. Specifically designed to be gentle on sensitive skin, it also works on compromised skin after procedures such as microneedling, peels and laser treatments. Promising to neutralise redness by 21%, ingredients include green seaweed, holy Thai basil, lady’s thistle extract and vegan squalane derived from sugarcane.

RRP: €85.50 imageskincare.ie