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The Rise of the Solo Operator.

What I learnt from one of Australia’s most inspiring independent skin therapists. By Will Fennell. Over the past few years, I’ve noticed something quietly changing within our industry. While much of the conversation has centred around bigger clinics, larger teams and investing in the latest technology, another movement has been steadily gaining momentum. Across Australia, more skin professionals are choosing to work independently, building businesses that reflect their own values, creating deeper relationships with their clients and proving that success isn’t always measured by the number of treatment rooms you have. That was exactly how I felt after interviewing Halima Dandan, founder of Dermaclear Clinic and the driving force behind the Solo Aesthetic Society. Halima was also a finalist in the 2026 ABIA Awards for Sole Operator of the Year, recognition that reflects the respect she has earned from both her peers and the wider industry. I wanted to interview

September 9, 2026

Key benefits of using DNA Repair Enzymes.

By Charles Krivaci. When we think about healthy skin, collagen, hydration and antioxidants usually come to mind. But beneath the surface, every skin cell is constantly working to repair something even more fundamental, its DNA. Every day, our skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, pollution, blue light and oxidative stress. These environmental factors can damage DNA, the genetic blueprint that tells our skin cells how to function. While our bodies have remarkable natural repair mechanisms, these systems can only repair 50% of UV induced damage every 24 hours and become less efficient with age and repeated environmental exposure. Over time, unrepaired DNA damage can contribute to premature ageing, uneven pigmentation, inflammation a decline in skin function and worse case skin cancer. Client of Townsville Anti-Aging after one Microchanneling treatment using Procell MD bioengineered growth factors with DNA Repair Enzymes and use of Procell’s Healing Accelerator Serum which also features

September 9, 2026

SHARON BLAIN LAUNCHES NEXTGEN FOR FUTURE HAIRDRESSERS.

12 mentors. 12 live sessions. Six months of education, mentoring and industry connection. After decades of educating hairdressers around the world, Sharon Blain is turning her attention to one of the issues she feels most strongly about: supporting the next generation of the hair industry. Launching in October 2026, NextGen is a new six-month online mentoring program created for hairdressing apprentices, recently qualified hairdressers and emerging stylists who want greater confidence, stronger practical skills and a clearer pathway forward in the industry. NextGen is the latest initiative from HAIR The Movement, founded by Sharon Blain with a mission to bring hair education back to greatness and help build a stronger future for the industry. “I have been thinking about this program for a long time,” Sharon says. “We keep hearing about young people losing confidence or leaving hairdressing altogether. I don’t believe the answer is simply to keep talking about

September 8, 2026

ROYALS HAIR ENTERS A NEW ERA WITH TWO NEW LUXURY SALON SPACES.

After more than 20 years at the forefront of Sydney’s hair industry, Royals Hair is entering a bold new era, unveiling a complete brand reimagining alongside two new luxury salon spaces in Baulkham Hills and Wahroonga. Led by industry icon Mary Alamine, Royals has undergone a full rebrand, including a new visual identity and logo, reflecting the evolution of the business and its vision for the future. The rebrand coincides with the opening of two new salons, marking a significant new chapter for the much- loved Sydney hair brand. The first new location at Grove Square, Baulkham Hills, officially opened on 12 August, with the brand’s new Wahroonga salon set to open on 12 September.For Mary Alamine, the evolution represents both a celebration of Royals’ heritage and a confident step into its future.Mary has spent more than two decades building Royals Hair into one of Sydney’s most recognised salon brands.

September 8, 2026

MOCHA ANGELS PJ DAY RAISES $30K+ FOR TARRANT FOUNDATION.

Hair, beauty and barber professionals across Australia swapped their workwear for pyjamas, coming together for a cause that proved just how powerful an industry can be when it unites. Mocha Angels PJ Day, in support of the Tarrant Foundation, has been hailed an incredible success, raising more than $30,000 through the generosity, creativity and community spirit of salons, clinics, barbershops, businesses and individuals across the hair, beauty and barber industries. PJ Day invited industry professionals to head to work in their PJs, have some fun with their teams and clients, and most importantly, raise vital funds for the Tarrant Foundation. From salon teams arriving in matching pyjamas to businesses creating their own fundraising activities, sharing the campaign across social media and encouraging clients to donate, the industry embraced the day wholeheartedly. The result was an outstanding $30,000+ raised, demonstrating what can happen when the professional hair, beauty and barber communities

September 8, 2026

2 Day Masterclass with Andrew O’Toole & Pablo Kuemin.

Everyone tells you to shoot a collection. Nobody teaches you how. Two days in Melbourne with Pablo Kuemin and Andrew O’Toole, the hairdresser and the photographer, building a collection from the first idea to the final image. Day two is a live shoot. You’re on set. Pablo Kuemin. Andrew O’Toole. Pablo Kuemin Hairstylist & Brand ConsultantFounder, Hair Mastery · Paris A distinct approach has made Pablo one of the most exciting talents of his generation. His work draws on early exposure to different cultures and on the underground dress-themed techno parties of early-2000s Europe, a scene that lit a lasting obsession with transforming people into characters, which is still what his hairstyling is really about. That approach was recognised early in Switzerland, where he won eight awards including two Swiss Hairdresser of the Year titles, and entered the Hall of Fame as the youngest hairdresser in the world. In 2012

September 8, 2026

Introducing the New Dyson Corrale CoolShine™ Straightener.

Available in Australia and New Zealand from Mid October The Dyson Corrale CoolShine™ straightener is a breakthrough in hot-plate styling that redefines how hair is straightened, shaped and finished. Engineered with precision heat control, flexing plates and active cooling, Dyson’s latest hair care innovation delivers glossy, sleek straight results with less heat damage and is engineered to allow for fewer passes and next-level styling control. Building on the engineering progress behind the original Dyson Corrale hair straightener, Dyson has combined its pioneering flexing plate technology with the new Dyson Corrale CoolShine™ cooling attachment for up to 29% less damage. Together, they transform straightening from a method powered by heat alone into next-level styling engineered for performance, precision and hair health. Together, these technologies address the core compromise of hot-plate styling: achieving sleek, lasting results while reducing unnecessary heat exposure. Drawing on Dyson’s wider expertise in advanced thermal engineering, including heat

September 8, 2026

Boundaries & Ethics Beneath the Hair.

By Jake Putan. Hairdressing for the most of us has always been portrayed in a very superficial lens – surface level conversations, “just a bit off the top”, “cut and colour”, “just a hairdresser” and so on – but I want to ask – what’s underneath the hair that we’ve been ignoring? You and I could both attest that we have been with clients where the conversations have well and truly gone deeper than discussing someone’s hair/scalp health, perhaps exceeding our “role”. And when the client leads these conversations into personal, mental, emotional, sexual or psychological landscapes – what training do we have for us to appropriately respond? Jake Putan. I know – “It’s not our role”, right? So then where do we draw the line – where does the boundary exist when having any conversation about anything more than hair? And how do we communicate it? More than a

September 8, 2026

The Luxury of Feeling Seen – Why Touch Matters.

By Nicolette Kocsi Goldberg – Owner & Founder of Luminary Melbourne. The beauty industry has never been more advanced. Every year we welcome new technologies, smarter devices and innovative ingredients that promise faster results and better outcomes. We invest hundreds of thousands of dollars into equipment, attend education after education, and constantly look for the next breakthrough treatment. But in our pursuit of innovation, I believe our industry is at risk of overlooking the one thing that clients remember most… How we make them feel. I was recently honoured to receive Gold in the Best in Skin Awards for Touch Therapy, and while I was incredibly grateful for the recognition, it also made me reflect on what touch therapy truly means. For me, it has never been about performing the perfect facial massage. It’s about creating an experience where every interaction communicates care, confidence and genuine connection. Touch therapy doesn’t

September 2, 2026

The Latest in Lash Lifting & Brow Lamination.

Meet BRIK & PEARL® As Korean-inspired lash lifting continues to influence professional treatment rooms, lash and brow artists are looking for systems that offer greater control, versatility and support for the hair throughout the service. Questions around processing, overprocessing, technique selection and product compatibility are becoming increasingly common. For many professionals, the challenge is no longer simply creating a strong lift. It is achieving consistent results while working confidently across different hair types and modern treatment methods. Enter BRIK & PEARL®, a new professional lash lift and brow lamination system developed by the Elleebana family. Created to deliver control, precision and professional performance, BRIK & PEARL® combines cosmetic chemistry with a three-step treatment system designed to restructure, stabilise and condition lashes and brows. The system has been developed with today’s working lash and brow artist in mind, from traditional lash lifting and brow lamination through to freestyle, glueless and approved

September 2, 2026

The Rise of the Solo Operator.

Key benefits of using DNA Repair Enzymes.

SHARON BLAIN LAUNCHES NEXTGEN FOR FUTURE HAIRDRESSERS.

ROYALS HAIR ENTERS A NEW ERA WITH TWO NEW LUXURY SALON SPACES.

MOCHA ANGELS PJ DAY RAISES $30K+ FOR TARRANT FOUNDATION.

2 Day Masterclass with Andrew O’Toole & Pablo Kuemin.

Introducing the New Dyson Corrale CoolShine™ Straightener.

Boundaries & Ethics Beneath the Hair.

The Luxury of Feeling Seen – Why Touch Matters.

The Latest in Lash Lifting & Brow Lamination.

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