SalonEVO is here to close out the summer and welcome you into fall – even if the weather doesn’t agree! In this edition, we’ve got the exclusive info on new launches; the top artists in the hair and beauty world; some gorgeous salons; and even more. As usual, we’ve brought together all the info that you need to be at the top of your game – whether you are reading to enjoy, or for some serious inspo: this issue of SalonEVO is going to deliver it to you!
OLAPLEX
The issue of SalonEVO is extra special, thanks to our cover stars – OLAPLEX! We announce OLAPLEX’s latest innovative feat – The Bond Shaper™ Curl Rebuilding Treatment and No.10 Bond Shaper™ Curl Defining Gel are bound to revolutionize the curl world in salons. In this issue, we share the science and development behind the new OLAPLEX technology, and how you can implement it into your business to increase revenue and retail sales. We also speak to OLAPLEX ambassadors Naeemah Lafond, Christin Brown, and Samantha Cusick as well as influential members of the OLAPLEX team including Lavinia Popescu, Chief Scientist, Joel Maza, General Manager – Innovation & Business Development, and Jeanine Leuci, Director Global Training & Development.
Events
In our events section – we have no shortage of fun! The SalonEVO team have not long arrived back to the UK from the Premiere Orlando and NAHA – and we’re taking a look back at the amazing experiences. We cover the events in-depth in this issue, talking all about EVO’s exciting activations and all that went down at this year’s record-breaking events. We also caught up with the NAHA winners – including Naeemah Lafond and SalonEVO columnist, Keya Neal – and we found out just how it feels to have won the coveted award. Could it be you next year?
Stylist of the Edition
Laura Gibson takes the title of Stylist of the Edition in this issue! The hairstylist fell in love with the world of hair at an early age – and despite there being no lack of hurdles in her journey, she is going for gold. The celebrity colorist and Joico Global Artistic Director shows that with determination, integrity, and love for what you do, anything is possible.
Interiors
Interiors, with SalonEVO, are always fire! Kicking off this issues interiors section – we have Canvas Beauty. The seaside salon gives off the beachy vibes that will takes Hot Girl Summer to a whole new level. We then travel north to Tree City in Illinois to talk about the rustic-chic aesthetic of Spruce Salon. We also talk about all of the essentials you need for your salon stations to ensure they are efficient, effective, and aesthetically pleasing too! All this and more – in interiors!
Hair Loss
Hair loss is something that will affect most of us in our lives – whether it’s us experiencing it, or if we are losing clients due to the loss of their hair. At SalonEVO, we are taking back control – armed with knowledge from the experts! We speak to power duo Dr Kindred and Susan Peterkin, the Dermatologist – Cosmetologist duo who are changing the way professionals think of hair loss. We also speak to the team behind Lock of Love, talking about how you can help bring hair to children experiencing medically caused hair loss.
Business
Kicking off business, we have interviewed the CEO of OLAPLEX, Amanda Baldwin about her journey! From the US, we head to Switzerland – to go Behind the Brand at the revolutionary tool brand, Heiniger. In this edition, you can also expect to get to know punk royalty – Trish and Snooky Bellomo, the creators of Manic Panic. Also in this issue, find an in-depth interview with British hair royalty, Nicky Clarke about his professional range of tools – and financial tips from Anna Manukyan.
Nail Art
Leading us into our nail art section, we have award winning nail artist, Abbie Nguyen – who revealed the insider info about breaking into the nail world, and building your legacy. We then meet UK-based celebrity manicurist, Lucy Tucker, who knows that her career isn’t all caviar and champagne. With all this and EVEN MORE in nails – this is an exciting edition for nail afficionados, and budding nail artists alike.