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    Heroines Film By Danny Pato

    Heroines is the new collection film from seven-time-consecutive New Zealand Hairdresser of the Year Danny Pato. The creative concept behind the colourful collection came from iconic heroines across pop culture – manga, video games, comic books and super hero films,...

  • Kate Sylvester NZFW: Kahuria Collection 

    Kate Sylvester NZFW: Kahuria Collection 

    Kate Sylvester NZFW: Kahuria Collection  Hair direction by Sean Mahoney of Colleen for Oribe. Celebrating 30 years, since inception in 1993 Kate Sylvester has become an iconic New Zealand fashion designer, renowned for her intelligent, feminine designs. Creating timeless clothing...

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    Danny Pato Heroine Collection

    On Monday the 12th June at the The Star, Sydney. Danny was named the best in the country as AHIA New Zealand Hairdresser of the Year 2023, cementing his position as NZ’s most visionary hairdresser. His incredible impact was recognised...

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    She’s A Barbie Girl!

    With the film Barbie smashing Box office records everywhere worldwide, it’s no surprise to see one of the latest Hair crazies is Barbiecore! With that in mind, we speak to a number of award winning colourists to get their opinion...

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    Mens Haircare & Hair Styling Trends

    By Award Winning Men’s Hairdresser and Director of TONI&GUY Billericay, Jim Shaw All year round male clients should be looking after their hair, providing it with TLC and locking in moisture with good quality moisturising products, but particularly in summer...

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    The Sparkling Shag

      By Andrew Smith, Owner of Andrew Smith Salons  The shag haircut has been on trend for the past couple of years – a layered haircut with various lengths that looks super sexy, choppy and effortless and often features a...

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    Heal your Scalp for Greater Hair!

    When Itchy Scalp, Dry Scalp, Dandruff, Seborrhoea Or Hair Loss are detected and analysed early they can be managed using Natural Look’s Purify Hair and Scalp Treatments. Natural Look’s Purify Range includes targeted formulations developed to stimulate hair growth plus...

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    Men’s Hair Colour – Summer Blonde! 

    British Award winning men’s hairdresser, Jim Shaw, shares his comments on summer blondes for men! This year, an increasing number of men are joining the trend of going blonde, embracing the sun-kissed aesthetic that has long been associated with the...

  • The Enchanting Trend Of Rainbow Hair

    Embrace The Enchanting Trend Of Rainbow Hair!

    In a world filled with self-expression and creativity, a captivating hair trend has taken center stage: rainbow hair. Gone are the days of mundane hair colors; clients now have the opportunity to transform their locks into a mesmerising kaleidoscope of...

  • Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa

    Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa

    Six years in the making, Wai Ariki is finally open on the newly transformed lakefront in Rotorua. The spa’s authentic wellness and spa experience combines the region’s healing geothermal waters with the centuries-old legacy of Ngāti Whakaue culture, healing practices...

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    David Taylor 1939-2023

    David Taylor 1939-2023: On May 2nd 2023, the world truly lost an amazing human being.  David Taylor, the founder of Dateline Imports. Dateline began in Australia in 1977 and later expanded to New Zealand. At the ripe age of 84....

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    Take Control Now through Regular Breast Self-Checks!

    ghd, has supported breast cancer charities globally for 20 years. The Pink Campaign has raised more than $23M (USD). The campaign highlights the importance of being breast-aware and self-checking. Locally, they have been supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand...

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    Industry Awards 2022

    The Industry Awards were held on Sunday 6th November 2022 at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. This glamorous annual event celebrates the best Business, Training and Creative talent in New Zealand’s Hair, Beauty and Barbering industries. Brought to you by...

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    NZ Hair & Beauty Expo Gets Its Own Makeover!

    17 – 18 June 2023 Following on from an incredible event last year, NZ Hair & Beauty Expo is celebrating its return with a new venue.  Viaduct Events Centre has been returned to its former glory (having been the base...

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    Gina Eparaima NZ Barber of the Year

    One of the most coveted awards at the recent Industry Awards was the Editorial Barber of the Year,  won by Gina Eparaima one of the Tutors at BHB Academy in Palmerston North. We speak to Salina Murphy, BHB Academy Director, about...

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    Annaliese Miles NZ’s Top Stylist!

    We catch up with Annaliese Miles from Blaze in Newmarket, recently crowned Editorial Stylist of the Year, New Zealand’s Top Award for Creative Hairdressing at the at the Industry Awards 2022 where excellence in Hair Beauty & Barbering is recognised...

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    Diversity by Hairkrone Madrid

    Hairkrone presents its Diversity collection, inspired by the aesthetics derived from the K-POP musical style, the popular music of South Korea, so present today, which fuses pop, electronica and new wave, among other styles. An aesthetic without distinction of gender,...

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    Viva Magenta, the Pantone Colour of the Year!

    Introducing Viva Magenta, the Pantone Colour of the Year! An unconventional shade for unconventional times that shows a harmonious dynamic between artificial intelligence and human creativity. Self-expression is reflected through perfectly balanced tones that evoke and make us travel through...

  • Cos Sakkas British Hairdresser of the Year a

    Cos Sakkas British Hairdresser of the Year!

    Cos Sakkas has been named British Hairdresser of the Year at the glittering British Hairdressing awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, in London in front of more than 1,400 greatest stars of British hairdressing.  Cos, who is Global Creative Director at...

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    Goldwell 2023 Colour of the Year: CHERRY POP

    Following the release of the wildly popular 2022 Goldwell Colour of the Year, BUBBLEGUM. Goldwell has collaborated with  colour trend experts to proudly introduce the 2023 Colour of the Year: CHERRY POP.  The dynamic, digital-ready, fiery red shade embodies passion, seduction...

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    Wade Blackford Kevin Murphy Styling Director

    Wade Blackford Kevin Murphy Styling Director: Wade was in New Zealand recently conducting a series of Kevin Murphy Workshops through out the country. We managed to catch up with Wade at Colleen in Karangahape Road in the middle of his Auckland...

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    Bootleg: Oh What A Night!

    Bootleg: Oh What A Night! Nathan Yip, educator and Anti-Activist was over from Oz to introduce Kiwi Stylists to his amazing Bootleg Project. It was held in Auckland at Emma Frances Hair Jervois Road, Ponsonby, in conjunction with ANTI and ghd....

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    Redken Artist Sheree Knobel at the Broken Lantern

    Redken Artist Sheree Knobel at the Broken Lantern: Redken affectionados from all over the country having spent the day at the L’Oréal Academy in Auckland. After particpating in a Look’nLearn Workshop with Redken Global Artist Sheree Knobel and NZ’s Mana Dave,...

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