NZ's Hair & Beauty Magazine for Creative Professionals
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 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...
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...
“The duet style is honestly a lifesaver, and I can’t believe there was nothing on the market like this before. When I’m on tour I often style my own hair. With the ghd duet style I find it quick and...
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...
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...
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...
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...
On the weekend of the 17th and 18th of June the annual 2023 NZ Hair & Beauty Expo took place at an exciting new venue at the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland. This proved to be a hugely successful move...
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...
epres is about to be the next big thing in hair! Dr Eric Pressly the scientist and founder who actually invented Olaplex, is back with new bond-building technology incorporated into his latest product invention. Here is what Dr Pressly had...
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...
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...
Last year in August Six60 shot their video ‘Good Wine’ at the CHI Head Quarters in Mangere. The CHI showroom area was used for having the band’s hair and makeup done for the video. The video was actually shot on...
Danny Pato 2023 AHIA NZ Hairdresser of the Year: At the recent AHIA Creative Awards Gala Evening, held at the Star Hotel in Sydney, on the 12th June. Danny Pato from D&M Hair Design in Ponsonby, was once again awarded...
Lucy Kuper Founder of Biologi was recently in New Zealand. She was a guest speaker at the NZ Hair & Beauty Expo in Auckland. We caught up with her at the Biologi Stand along with NZ Distributors House of Camille....
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....
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...
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...
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...
Hey, there’s a new salon in town just off Karangahape Road in Howe Street. Beautifully situated in a distinguished white brick building, that’s where you’ll find Métier Hair Salon. Inside are some of the most respected Hair Stylists and Barbers...
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...
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...
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,...
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 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...
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...
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...
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....
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,...
