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JUST A FEW WORDS FROM OUR EDITOR

This summer, I found some time for reflection. I figured that the only reason I never really like the autumn months is that they herald the arrival of winter.

However, I came to the realisation that well, they are not really so bad! The temperature settles until it’s kind of perfect... in fact, the sea is still warm!

In the world of beauty and fashion, we are introduced to new collections, and I can start flipping through the magazines while still on the sun lounger, and get excited with images of sleek and elegant, indulgent but minimalist trends.

All the dolls and guys lack now is you to reel them in, harness their hair and make it shine and get their nails ready to sparkle in deep luscious colours!

Make up is back! No more excuses. Look at that skin first: reverse any summer damage and drill some good advice into those beautiful faces, then paint them to perfection!

Launch into the new season by giving your salon a make-over... Sometimes all you need is a paint job and maybe replacing those beauty posters from 1989.

Perhaps we can entice you with some new inviting furniture which will have more customers queuing and clamouring to come in!

So turn up the heat and put those working boots on! Autumn 2014...

The Just Beauty team is ready to rumble!

EDITOR Dr. Joanna Delia - joanna@justbeautymagazine.com

IN THIS AUTUMN ISSUE 06 JUST BEAUTY NEWS GREAT LENGTHS THE EDGE YOUR SALON HAS BEEN CRAVING

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NEWS

PHOTOS FROM THE MISS MALTA 2014 PRE-PARTY

MIXING HIGH END FASHION AND CUTTING EDGE MEDICAL AESTHETICS WORKS! In a collaboration between LillyMae who launched their Autumn/Winter 14/15 collection and TheSmartSkinClinic, guests were treated to a feast for the senses which included fabulous clothes, make up, hair as well as nail makeovers by Beauty Inc. There was also live demonstrations of Botox and Filler treatments by Dr Joanna Delia. Guests also enjoyed delicious refreshments created by Chef Bart at Marcel's Kitchen, using delicatessen products and fine wines from Dical House, Mosta.

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The winner, Anna Chiara Anselmi

THE NEW MODEL TODAY INTERNATIONAL CONTEST Saturday, September 6th was the final night of the New Model Today International Contest. The event took place in the Ballroom of the Grand Hotel in Riccione and was the culmination of a whole week’s training with thirty six models from various countries across the world.

Malta’s representative was selected during a competition which was organised by Ferramoda. The person who was chosen was Claire Ciantar (supernovamodel.com), who was also the model who won this year’s Malta Fashion Awards.

from Verona. Lucrezia Cameiani from San Benedetto del Tronto placed second, while Malta’s representative, Claire Ciantar placed third.

The models who participated in the New Model Today International Contest were evaluated by a jury composed of members from various sectors of the fashion industry, including the famous fashion agencies, the Alpa Model Agency, Urman and the Woman of Milan. The models were first streamed into twelve finalists.

During this event, Juliana Scerri Ferrante, a Maltese designer launched her luxury women’s collection, Ferragiu. The high-end pieces are made from Maltese and Italian silks with lace trimmings, which were skillfully woven by Maltese and Gozitan artisans. Other designers who were also present at the event were Emilio Schubert from Rome and Neapolitan designer, Gianni Molaro.

The winner of the New Model Today International Contest was Anna Chiara

The twelve finalists will be featured in a calendar.

NICOLA GRIXTI Nicola Grixti represented Malta in the competition for the Miss World Next Top Model 2014 which took place in Beirut, Lebanon. In total, 48 beauty queens participated in this competition.

The Maltese representative Claire Ciantar

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GREAT LENGTHS THE EDGE YOUR SALON HAS BEEN CRAVING The secret for success for a hair salon is to be a cut above the rest and stand out by offering a service which is unique and of excellent quality. Very few hair salons in Malta offer the dream of giving their clients long, beautiful hair almost instantaneously. Clients are also tired of receiving fake hair extensions which after a few washes start to look dull and brittle with resultant matting and discomfort. Allow us then to recommend a product which will not only boost your income, but which will also turn your clients into extension-addicts!

WHY CHOOSE GREAT LENGTHS?

100% Natural Hair Extensions

Great Lengths uses 100% natural human hair exclusively from Indian Temple Hair: (Fact). It is 100% ethical and 100% traceable hair and only utilises ‘Remy’ hair meaning that the cuticle layers are all facing the same direction from root to end and therefore they not tangle. They blend in superbly and are easy to maintain.

From a stylists’ standpoint, the Great Lengths method of bonding is unique: no other system treats hair in a gentler way because Great Lengths has put an end to gluing, knotting and welding. The modulation technique used here is revolutionary; an extremely durable yet gentle Keratin bonding, which is very similar to that of human hair. Glue bonding, knotting or welding can lead to a vicious cycle resulting in ever-increasing hair loss!

ARE YOU A SALON OWNER & WOULD LIKE TO BECOME GREAT LENGTHS CE RTIFIED?

The quality of the hair is unmatched and Great Lengths has been used by many celebrities including Cheryl Cole, Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Aniston and many more.

Great Lengths can be used for lengthening, voluming, highlighting or zonal volume application. The vast palette offers over 40 vibrant natural shades to precisely match the colour of your own hair.

Strands are available in various lengths ranging from 8 to 30 inches.

If your answer is yes, the n this is the right opportunity for you. Gre at Lengths training sessions offer more tha n just learning how to attach extension s. A successful candidate will learn how to successfully perform hair extension services with high quality hair, having maste red the industry’s most innovative metho ds and unparalleled marketing support.

Great Lengths Certificat ion will change your professional future.

CHI KERATIN

Instantly transform your dry, frizzy, keratin-depleted hair into healthy, smooth locks with the new CHI Keratin line. Keratrix™, utilises sustained release system technology for all day treatment and protection. This highly sophisticated compound replenishes and protects hair’s natural keratin protein, dramatically improving elasticity and preventing future breakage, while adding intense hydration that restores softness and shine.

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ORLY GEL FX MANICURE SYSTEM A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE ON HOW TO APPLY THIS UNIQUE PRODUCT FOR AMAZING GEL NAILS.

A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE ON HOW TO REMOVE THIS UNIQUE PRODUCT

Synergy is key. Always use the complete

Here are four easy steps to remove the gel nail colour and you’ll be ready to fall in love with another colour.

Gel FX manicure system to ensure proper application and removal. Substituting may diminish the performance of the product.

THIS WON’T HURT A BIT.

5. Apply a thin coat of your choice of Gel

1. Break the seal of the gel with ORLY’s 180 grit file. The top layer must be completely removed.

Removal Tip: Prep the hand by pushing the cuticles back before filing the top layer so as to be able to remove the gel easily.

2. Fully saturate the sponge of the Gel FX Foil Remover Wrap with Gel FX Remover. Immediately wrap the foil around the fingers to ensure that the product does not evaporate and that the heat is insulated within the wrap.

Removal Tip: Wrap it. Finger tips should be fully covered in the wrap.

3. Soak the nail for 10 minutes.

Removal Tip: Check in! Certain colours may need additional removal time. If needed, soak for an additional 5 minutes at the very most.

4. Remove the wrap from the fingers and gently push the product off the nails with the ORLY Pusher & Remover.

Removal Tip: Be light handed. No need to force off the

FX Nail Color and cure.*

product. The remainder can easily be buffed off.

1. Start off with a dry manicure. Sanitise, push back cuticles, buff nails, and remove any excess oil with Gel FX 3-in-1 Cleanser.

2. Lightly prime just the nail tips with Vitamin-infused Gel FX Nail Tip Primer.

Avoid the surrounding skin and let the nails air dry for 30 seconds. It will appear shiny.

Application Tip: Less is more. Apply sparingly and only to the nail tips.

3. Apply a thin layer of Vitamin-infused Gel FX Basecoat to fingers and cure.* Apply to thumbs and cure separately.

Application Tip: Think thin. Be light handed when applying basecoat.

4. After curing, use ORLY Dry Brush to brush down the tacky layer, ensuring proper curing and preventing any crawling or wrinkling.

Apply second coat and cure.

Application Tip: Seal it. Seal the nail’s edge first to prevent thick tips and chipping.

Keep in mind that darker colours may need an extra coat.

6. Apply a thin, even coat of Gel FX Topcoat and cure.* Application Tip: Seal it. Seal the nail’s edge first to prevent thick tips and chipping.

7. Remove tacky layer with Gel FX 3-in-1 Cleanser and Gel FX Lint-Free Wipe.

Application Tip: For a high gloss shine, use a new wipe every two to three nails.

8. Finish by applying one to two drops of Gel FX Vitamin-infused Cuticle Oil to each nail. *UV and LED cure time may vary depending on shade and lamp used. *General LED cure time is 30 seconds.

ORLY LED 800 FX The ORLY LED 800 FX offers the following benefits: • It uses an energy efficient, high quality LED. • It is safe & easy to use.

• It uses a pre-set digital display timer of 10, 20 and 30 seconds and has a coordinating light intensity of low, medium and high.

• It offers a pre-set auto function with a built-in ON / OFF sensor which operates at a low / 30 second time.

• It is possible to cool down the light intensity by emitting a low light output with the low / 30 second setting. This is especially useful when dealing with sensitive clients.

• Its automatic sensor turns on the LED lights when the client’s hand is placed inside the lamp.

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Osmo Berber Oil Collection Indulge yourself in the luxurious new Osmo Berber Oil Collection. A truly unique blend of natural oils, which includes Avocado and the wondrous Argan, combine to create a hair care experience like no other.

This collection includes a shampoo, mask, treatment and a radiance spray.

The luxurious, intensely nourishing Berber Oil Collection is designed to breathe new life into tired, dull, lack lustre locks and which: • Moisturises and hydrates • Replenishes elasticity and bounce • Leaves hair smooth and silky for easy styling • Helps strengthen and repair even the most fragile types of hair • Helps strengthen and repair the hair for noticeable, more manageable results.

The unique blend of oils provides a powerful antioxidant for intense nourishment and hydration. Besides this, the Vitamin E enriched formula reduces drying time and offers increased control. The Osmo Berber Oil Collection also contains UV filters for protection against sun damage and heat styling, resulting in healthy air with a brilliant shine.

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AMAZON SERIES NATURAL • BOTANICAL • LUXURIOUS

KERATINE TREATMENT

INFUSING NATURE’S MOST VALUABLE SERIES INTO THE MOST LUXURIOUS HAIR CARE PRODUCTS IN THE INDUSTRY AÇAÍ OIL: Experience the unmatched value of the Amazon Rain Forest’s golden oil. This revolutionary formula has the ability to restore and renew even the most porous hair. Damaged hair is given a healthy, elegant texture. This lightweight oil is a must for luxurious results.

Key Ingredients: • Açaí berry extracts • Antioxidants • Vitamins A & E

Terminology: • Potent antioxidants • Repairs split ends • Moisturises • Adds shine

Usage: Apply to wet or dry hair to tame frizz and ends.

KERAÇAÍ RESTORATIVE LEAVE-IN TREATMENT: With the amazing benefits of Keratin and Açaí berries paired with the convenience of a leave-in treatment, KerAçaí instantly improves the health and life of your hair! KerAçaí restores the lipids in your hair, protecting it from humidity and free radicals. Add KerAçaí treatment to your daily hair styling routine, and gain smoother, shinier, healthier and more manageable hair instantly.

Key Ingredients: • Pure keratin protein • Soy-wheat protein • Açaí berry extracts • Vitamins A & E

Terminology: • Restores lost protein • Replenishes moisture • Bonds to hair • Creates protective barrier

Usage: Apply to wet hair before heat styling.

MURUMURU ANTI-FRIZZ SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER: This shampoo and conditioner combine pure Keratin with MuruMuru Butter for luxurious results. The MuruMuru plant contains valuable lipids that help to restore your hair’s natural lipid barriers and protect from damage while pure Keratin restructures and retexturises damaged, porous hair. The MuruMuru plant also contains oleic and linoleic acids which allow a rich lather, while emollients deliver a natural glossiness that eliminates frizz and repairs split ends. Healthy antioxidants from the Açaí Berry combine with the moisturising capabilities in the MuruMuru plant to provide a complete overhaul of the hair’s texture. With this shampoo and conditioner, intense moisture and protein is restored, and frizz is eliminated.

Key Ingredients: • MuruMuru butter • Açaí berry extracts • Linoleic & oleic acids • Pure keratin protein • Vitamins A & E

Terminology: • Anti-frizz • Intense moisturising capabilities • Restores lipid barrier • Retexturises • Humidity blocker

Usage: Lather and rinse then condition and rinse.

MURUMURU ANTI-FRIZZ SMOOTHING MASQUE: This masque utilises the amazing moisturising and healing capabilities of the MuruMuru plant in order to restore your hair’s lipid barrier and protect against heat and styling damage. Pamper your hair with this enriching, intense-moisturising masque.

Packed with vitamins and minerals, this hair masque restores hair to a healthier more luxurious state.

Key Ingredients: • MuruMuru butter • Siliqua seed • Pure keratin protein • Vitamins A & E

Terminology: • Anti-frizz • Lightweight • Softens and protects

Usage: Apply to wet hair after shampooing.

CYSTEINE COMPLEX CURL SOFTENING TREATMENT: This treatment works in synergy with the hair’s existing proteins to restructure, soften and release curls. The healing capabilities of the Dendrobium Orchid absorb and eradicate free radicals. Cysteine is a compound which is already found in the hair and it makes up about 40% of hair’s natural protein composition. Curl volume is reduced, leaving hair straighter and more manageable. The reduction of curl volume is up to 60% on ethnic, or coarse hair and up to 70% on Caucasian hair.

Key Ingredients: • Cysteine proteins • Dendrobium orchid • Cocoa butter

Terminology: • Curl softener • Releases up to 70% of the curl • Works with hair’s natural composition

Usage: For professional use only.

Use to reduce curl volume.

PURE DEEP CLEANSING SHAMPOO: This cleansing shampoo removes build-up on hair, allowing for the Cysteine Complex Curl Softening Treatment to penetrate the hair shaft more effectively.

Key Ingredients: • Kiwi extracts

Terminology: • Deep-cleansing • Removes build-up • Opens hair’s cuticle

Usage: Use before applying Cysteine Complex.

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SHINY, SMOOTH & SLEEK HAIR – EVERYONE’S ULTIMATE DREAM

The manufacturers Lisap Milano, who are renowned for their professional hairdressing solutions, have developed the Lisap Ultimate straightening hair treatment that hairdressers and their clients will love.

One of Lisap Ultimate’s outstanding features is that, it is not simply a straightening product for curly, wavy or frizzy hair. Dry hair, no matter what its texture, has open cuticles which makes it susceptible to humidity and is therefore more likely to frizz. Lisap Ultimate is a solution for people with this type of hair too.

Lisap Ultimate is unlike most products which are available on the market today. While these products tend to aggravate the problem by dehydrating the hair further, and thus making it more fragile, thanks to its Kerasil Complex, Lisap Ultimate is the perfect solution to guarantee perfectly smooth hair that is frizz free.

Lisap Ultimate also has the added advantage that the hairdresser has the option to control the volume or curl while guaranteeing permanent smoothness. This can be achieved thanks to its exclusive formula and the various ways in which the professional hairdresser can utilise the product. The procedures and the method of use will vary according to the desired results. This makes it a great tool in the hands of the knowledgeable hairdresser.

Therefore, briefly, this product can simply make a difference since: 1. It can be used on any hair type.

2. It can be used to control / create volume.

3. It is effective to reduce the tightness of the curl.

4. It can help achieve beautifully straight hair.

5. It makes the hair healthier and stronger.

This results in SHINY, SLEEK AND SMOOTH HAIR.

Another salon treatment is the Ultimate Blow dry. The hair remains frizz free for up to six washes after this treatment and results in smooth, shiny sleek hair.

Notes on the Kerasil Complex: This includes innovative ingredients such as the three dimensional silicone which actually restructures and conditions the hair.

Keratin is a long chain protein that is a principal component of hair and which binds to the hair structure to make it stronger.

SILK Keratin compacts the hair to give a healthier appearance. Ceramide A2 is similar to the structure found in hair root fibres and as a result the Lisap Ultimate treatment actually strengthens the hair.

Notes on a follow up treatment: Lisap’s Ultimate permanent straight treatment is complimented by the Ultimate cosmetic temporary treatment and clients are advised to use this treatment at home. This consists of three products namely:- a taming shampoo, a mask and a taming heat protective spray.

Beautimport Ltd. Corinne Farrugia - 21696661 / 99495309

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while the summer is a panacea for a wonderful time and an excellent tan, when it comes to your hair it is really stressful.

Summer holidays often lead to lifeless, dry hair without body.

It’s time to repair.

It all starts with using a shampoo, conditioner and mask, which is enriched with soothing and nourishing elements such as the Argan Oil, the real beauty elisir for all types of women.

The hydrating and repairing mask Nashi Argan Deep Infusion contains this miraculous ingredient, together with linseed oil.

A few minutes of application using this mask is enough to obtain effective and long-lasting results and to restore the ideal structure of your hair after the summer stress.

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NASHI ARGAN OIL

WHAT IS ARGAN OIL? Argan Oil comes from a tree called argan. Since its native location is Morocco, it is also often referred to as Moroccon Oil. It is extracted from the kernels of the argan tree to be used as a moisturiser, conditioner and softener for skin and hair. Often dubbed ‘liquid gold’ for its amazing qualities, it contains large amounts of beneficial nutrients, including Vitamin E and fatty acids.

When applied correctly its proven results are clear to see and many people are using Argan Oil for their hair as well for their body.

Argan Oil therefore has a number of benefits when used on hair. It can act as a moisturiser to fight dandruff and avoid a dry scalp. It can also promote the growth of healthy, strong hair as opposed to thin, brittle hair. It can even undo some of the damage brought about by chemical treatments and dyes and can be used to treat split ends. It is an excellent agent for taming frizz and promoting shine and gloss, for softer, more manageable hair. Argan Oil is non-irritating and actually reverses much of the damage caused by artificial chemicals and extensive use of certain hair treatments.

WHY USE ARGAN OIL FOR YOUR HAIR?

With Argan Oil gaining in popularity, there are a lot of products which claim to be ‘Pure Argan Oil’ and are available on the internet and even in stores. Unfortunately, since Argan Oil is so difficult and time-consuming to extract and process, Argan Oil products are not always genuine and are often diluted or over-processed. Even getting your Argan Oil in Morocco doesn’t guarantee its authenticity.

Argan Oil can be used either on its own or as an ingredient in a shampoo, conditioner or mask treatment.

It is effective both ways and contains healing properties that are able to correct the detrimental effects caused by recurrent chemical processing on most people’s hair. In general, chemical processing strips away moisture from the hair, leaving it exposed to weather elements, such as strong winds, low humidity and excessive sunlight.

When this happens, the hair breaks and sometimes with naturally black hair it also turns brown. The only remedy is a treatment that is full of nutrients and there is no other product that is better at nourishing the hair than Nashi Argan Oil.

The biggest consideration of pure Argan Oil is the price.

Since it is a rare oil, it does come at a premium. However, it is definitely worth it As suppliers of genuine Argan Oil we are weary of products which are sold in clear or plastic bottles. Most producers of quality Argan Oil wouldn’t even consider putting this liquid gold in anything other than a dark coloured glass bottle. Light breaks down the oil’s best properties and keeping it inside something dark is the most effective way to store Argan Oil.

Joseph Brincat Limited, 59 High Street, Sliema.

21331121 / 21803624 • facebook.com/pages/Nashi-Argan-Malta

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LAKMÉ

INSPIRED HAIRCARE LAKMÉ has developed an incredible line of permanent, professional hair colours under the brand name Collage. All products contain low amounts of ammonia and are PPD free.

Collage is a permanent hair colour which perfectly covers grey hair on any base colour. The product’s cream base includes a Soy Protein Complex which provides shiny, soft, healthy hair. By utilising cationic polymers, it deeply and actively conditions the hair. The positively charged conditioning polymers work with the colorants to improve their penetration. This product also strengthens the capillary fibre and the hair is protected from solar radiation. Clients are able to choose from a colour chart of 120 different shades.

The most recent addition to the Collage range is the Collage+ Intense Creme Hair Color. Due to its High Deposit Color technology, it achieves total highlight intensity and maximum coverage. Through its Sunflohair™ Complex, it guarantees an intense, lasting colour and neutralises free radicals effectively. This also repairs and protects the hair fibre for soft, manageable hair.

While cationic polymers actively condition the hair, pyrazol ensures that copper and reddish shades are more intense and long-lasting.

Due to its greater colour deposit power, this product allows for a mix with a smaller quantity of base. This brings about an increase in highlight intensity.

Lakme’s Collage Mix, intensifies the highlights of any Collage colour. Collage Clair is a superblonding permanent hair colour which lightens the hair by up to four or five shades without previous bleaching.

This product utilises a combination of natural ceramides and beeswax and repairs hair fibre. Collage Redmotion is a colouring system which is uniquely formulated by pigments with a high chromatic colour power and which creates intense, vibrant hair colour for a visible contrast to natural hair.

The Collage range also includes Collage Hydrox, an oxidant in stabilised cream with a pleasant perfume.

Lakme’s Gloss products guarantee correct development of demi-permanent hair colours. While Gloss Developing Emulsion lightens natural hair colour by one level, Gloss Developing Emulsion Long Lasting offers a resilient colour and does not bleach natural hair.

Extremes Trading. Angel Haircare Triq it-Taghlim, Fgura • 21660795 • info@salonuser.com

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EXPERIENCE THE LUXURIOUS A.S.P. KITOKOTM

ADVANCED HAIR THERAPY Affinage Salon Professional (A.S.P) is a popular haircare brand which uses cutting edge technology to produce market leading hair products.

A.S.P.’s KitokoTM Advanced Hair Therapy is a range of in-salon and homecare treatments which combines nature & science to create a therapeutic approach to hair care. These products are grouped into various colour-coded regimes, according to their main function, as follows:

Hydro-Revive Products for dry, dull or coarse hair Volume- Enhance Products for fine hair which lacks body Nutri-Restore Products for fragile, damaged hair Purify & Control Products for dandruff and product build-up Special Treatments - The Experts The various regimes blend specific natural African plant extracts with the unique Electron Acceptor Technology™. Within each regime are a range of products which are all sulphatefree, paraben free and contain no waxes or mineral oils for the best possible hair care.

HYDRO-REVIVE PRODUCTS

VOLUME-ENHANCE PRODUCTS

The Replenishers have been created to replenish moisturise dry, dull and coarse hair.

Each product within this regime has been created to refresh and volumise fine hair weightlessly whilst leaving it free from static, revitalised and full of body.

The Cleanser contains Baobab, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, Vitamins A & E, NMF and Smectic Clay to remove impurities and moisturise.

The BALM which is enhanced with Baobab, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Tamarind, Karite, Vitamins A & E and NMF is an excellent frequent-use conditioner.

The ACTIVE MASQUE offers an indulgent, deep-action hydration treatment thanks to its ingredients, Baobab, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Tamarind, Papyrus, Karite, Vitamins A & E and NMF, which condition, quench and smooth moisturethirsty hair.

All HYDROREVIVE PRODUCTS help to keep the hair detangled, controllable & beautifully radiant.

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The Revitalisers include a CLEANSER, which contains Date, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, Vitamins A & E, NMF and Smectic Clay to remove impurities and add body. Its formula leaves the hair refreshed and reduces static.

This regime also includes a frequent-use, LEAVE-IN TREATMENT which contains Date, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, Vitamins A & E, Panthenol, UV filter & NMF to reduce static and add volume & body.

The weightless mousse formulation of the ACTIVE TREATMENT is a deep-action, treatment which is enhanced with Date, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Papyrus, Karite extract, Chitosan, Vitamins A & E, Ceramides and NMF to boost body and reduce static.

All the VOLUMEENHANCE PRODUCTS leave the hair beautifully silky & manageable.

NUTRI-RESTORE PRODUCTS These products have been created to rejuvenate and strengthen fragile, damaged and chemically treated hair, whilst leaving the hair restored and protected against further harm.

The Rejuvenators include a CLEANSER which contains Hibiscus, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, Vitamins A & E, NMF and Smectic Clay to remove impurities and nourish the hair with an ultra-gentle formula.

There is also a frequent-use BALM conditioner which is enhanced with Hibiscus, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Tamarind, Karite, Vitamins A & E & NMF to nourish and strengthen the hair.

For a more indulgent, deep-action nourishing treatment, Kitoko™ also offers an ACTIVE MASQUE which is enhanced with Hibiscus, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Tamarind, Papyrus, Karite, Vitamins A & E and NMF to repair and rejuvenate fragile, damaged or chemically treated hair.

All the NUTRI-RESTORE PRODUCTS leave the hair strengthened, tangle-free, super-soft and manageable.

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SPECIAL TREATMENTS THE EXPERTS These treatments have been created to complement the four other therapeutic regimes.

THE PURIFY & CONTROL PRODUCTS These products have been created to reduce skin irritation and inflammation and prevent further scalp irritation, as they are both anti-bacterial and anti-fungal in their action.

The Eliminators includes a Purifying Cleanser which is specifically designed to gently detoxify the hair. This product contains Mahogany Wood, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, Vitamins A & E and NMF to ensure a thorough detox of product build-up.

The Dandruff Control Cleanser contains African Pepper, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, Climbazole, Decylene Glycol, Vitamins A & E, NMF & Smectic Clay to remove impurities, eliminate bacteria and soothe the scalp. It alleviates dandruff and scalp irritation and offers a colour-safe formula.

The Dandruff Control Balm is a frequent-use conditioner which is enhanced with African Pepper, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Tamarind, Karite, Phospholipids, Climbazole, Vitamins A & E and NMF to eliminate bacteria and soothe irritation. It alleviates dandruff and scalp irritation and leaves the hair tangle-free, shiny and manageable.

The Dandruff Control Scalp Lotion is a leave-in formula which relieves itching, flaking and fights dandruff formation. It contains African Pepper, with its antibacterial, moisturising and restoring properties; Allantoin which is healing and soothing and Panthenol - Vitamin B for hydration and strength. This is an antioxidant product which fights free radicals.

D.Abela Trading T. 27315789 / 27333212 • www.dabelatrading.com

Suitable for all hair types, the Oil Treatment is a blend of Karite and Argan oils which is rich in antioxidants, omega oils, and Vitamins A and E and is perfectly balanced to the hair and scalp, resulting in incredible absorption and rapid penetration without adding weight to the hair. Essential fatty acids nourish the hair from within. The product will not only tame frizzy or uncontrollable hair by replenishing brittle hair and split ends and avoiding scalp dryness, it will also help neutralise free-radicals and reduce drying time. The product contains naturally derived UV filter and protects the hair from environmental and chemical damage.

The Active PH Re-Balancer is a leave-in formulation which is enhanced with extracts of Date, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Magnesium, Karite, UV Filter, Vitamins A & E and NMF. This product equalises the porosity and restores the natural acidity of the hair after chemical treatments.

The Active Restructurant is another leavein formulation which repairs and restructures fragile or chemically damaged hair. This product helps to replenish and prevent split-ends, and helps stimulate the scalp to promote skin rejuvenation. This product is packed with nutrients such as Baobab, Hibiscus, Oat Peptides, Panthenol, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Green Tea, Fire Tulip, Karite, UV Filter, Vitamins A & E and NMF.

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Do you suffer from Hair Loss or Dandruff?

100% OLIVE OIL MIRACLE • 100% NATURAL • 100% HANDMADE 100% MEDITERRANEAN OLIVE OIL • 100% OLIVE OIL SOAP DALAN ANTIQUE, this pure olive oil soap has been produced according to the natural beauty traditions of the Turkish bath culture.

It has been produced using only traditional handmade methods for the past 70 years, it is totally natural and only uses Mediterranean olives.

This pure Mediterranean oil gives this product its natural colour and to ensure sustainable quality, Dalan produces its own olive oil and saponifies its soaps in house. This product contains no additives and is totally without chemical processes.

Thanks to the repairing properties of olive oil, Dalan Antique moisturises and nourishes your skin.

EFFECTIVE AGAINST HAIR LOSS AND DANDRUFF Dalan Antique is suitable for all hair types and helps your hair regain its beauty and natural softness upon continual use. Using Dalan Antique regularly over a period of four weeks has been proven to be effective against hair loss and dandruff by an independent internationally accredited laboratory.

Dalan has been producing olive oil products since 1941 and has been the market leader in antique olive oil soap for the past 70 years.

Olive oil has been the symbol of various Mediterranean civilizations for centuries. For its products, Dalan only uses Mediterranean olive oil which has been recognised as a natural source of health and beauty for over 6500 years.

THIS TYPE OF OIL CONTAINS A HIGH CONCENTRATION OF A, D, E, K VITAMINS & ANTIOXIDANTS Besides being highly nutritious, this olive oil is also recommended by doctors. It possesses highly moisturising capabilities, as well as repairing properties for both the skin and hair.

Dalan produces its own olive oil using only the highest quality olives from the Aegean region of the Mediterranean. * Using Dalan Antique for 4 weeks has been proven to be effective against hair loss and dandruff by an Independent International Accredited Laboratory.

Dalan Antique Soap is only available from hairdressing salons and pharmacies in Malta & Gozo

For more product info and trade enquiries, please contact M.N.H. • T. 21344563 • M. 99431964

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VISION FILTER PLUS

TECHNOLOGY FOR A SAFER NAIL SALON ENVIRONMENT

THE PROBLEM

THE FACTS

As nail technicians, we often get lost doing what we love most: nail art, nail extensions, using gels or acrylic, filing, shaping, buffing or drilling and we get carried away for hours on end ensuring that our clients’ nails look immaculate before they walk out of the nail salon.

We know very little about the potential hazards of chemical inhalation that we, nail technicians, are being exposed to on a daily basis. We certainly don’t spend much time thinking about this.

Unless the salon has proper ventilation, breathing different types of chemicals, such as nail polish, glues, solvents and disinfectants for a minimum of eight hours a day, 40 hours a week. This amounts to about 1888 hours (after deducting leave) per year and can result in undesirable health-related symptoms.

Salon chemical concentrations are unlikely to exceed the established exposure limits. However, according to the Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health entitled ‘Results from a community-based occupational health survey of Vietnamese-American nail salon workers’, the selfreported, work-related health symptoms that nail technicians who were surveyed were experiencing, were reported in significant percentages.

These symptoms included skin and respiratory irritation, breathing difficulties, headaches as well as having trouble concentrating.

“It is a fact that in a nail salon environment, workers are exposed to various levels of air contaminants. However, in today’s day and age, we are also lucky to have the proper tools and technologies to reverse this rising hazard.”

THE SOLUTION

One of the latest emerging technologies is the Vision Filter Plus Technology, which was designed by the renowned nail brand who regularly promotes nail education, ProNails. This has proven to be very popular with professional nail technicians.

The Vision Filter Plus Technology is a simple way to reduce air pollution found in nail salons. The filter works quietly and effectively in order to clean the air from the dangerous gases and particles produced by nail acrylics and UV gels. The Vision Filter Plus is designed to protect all personnel from the pollutants which are emitted and which, although invisible, cause most of the health concerns.

The filter catches the pollutants and separates them from the fresh air.

The Vision Filter Plus system efficiently serves up to 300 clients. It has been proven that many nail technicians who experienced asthma and dry mucous problems in the past, have noticed that their problems were greatly reduced after the installation of this system.

It has also offered them peace of mind that they are no longer exposed to unhealthy substances.

Liberty Business Culture Ltd. 21410008 / 21419119 • info@libertymalta.com.mt • facebook.com/pronailsmalta

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A WIDE SELECTION OF GOLDEN ROSE COSMETICS AT BEAUTY COSMOS Golden Rose Color Sensation Lip Gloss This product offers a high gloss look, gives medium coverage and is paraben-free. Use this product on your lips to create an ultra-gloss perfect finish. With its light texture and non-sticky formula, this product is perfect for use during the day. It’s soft, flexible applicator and smooth texture makes it easy to apply. With its latest twenty four bright and trendy colours, as well as its three fashion effects, namely sparkling, pearly and creamy, this product really offers something for everyone.

Beauty Cosmos stocks a wide range of Golden Rose Powder Puffs. There is the Golden Rose Flocked Powder Puff which is sold in packs of two and which is perfect for applying and blending compact powder and loose powder. Using this power puff with Golden Rose cosmetics, provides you with perfect coverage and a flawless finish.

Golden Rose Microfiber Powder Puff This soft, microfibre puff picks up and holds powder for a flawless application and perfect coverage of loose and compact powders.

After use, wash the Golden Rose Powder Puffs properly with soap and warm water and let them dry.

Golden Rose Selective Color Palette Eye Shadow Golden Rose’s exclusive palette is made up of the latest twelve eye shadow shades in three different lines. These twelve harmonised shades allow you to create a variety of looks, from something natural to something quite dramatic. Each palette consists of matte, satiny, pearly and shimmering shades. All are produced with micronised pigments which gives instant colour pay-off. Its soft and silky texture glides on smoothly and remains flawless for hours.

Beauty Cosmos stocks a wide range of Golden Rose Sponges.

There is the Golden Rose Wedge Sponge Set, which includes six sponges made from disposable latex wedge sponge. There is also the Golden Rose Teardrop Make Up Sponge, which is shaped for a more controlled application of your make up.

The Golden Rose Beauty Blender Sponge is a uniquely shaped, high quality sponge which helps blend make-up products, such as foundations and concealers. It is excellent when it comes to creating a seamless finish without streaks. The pointed end can be used under the eyes and around the nose, while the wide rounded end is suitable for blending make-up on the rest of the face. This sponge can also be used with liquid and cream products or with dry products such as powders.

Golden Rose True Matte Powder ensures that shine is minimised and that a long-lasting, smooth, matte finish is achieved.

Golden Rose True Matte Powder ensures that shine is minimised and that a long-lasting, smooth, matt finish is achieved.

With its seven colour options, the Golden Rose Eyebrow Powder is formulated to refine your eyebrows naturally. Its applicator ensures that it is easy to apply this product properly for superb results.

Beauty Cosmos also stocks a wide range of Golden Rose Brushes to include: Powder brushes, retractable powder brushes, blusher brushes, angle blusher brushes, dual end eye shadow brushes, double end eye shadow brushes, foundation brushes, concealer brushes, kabouki brushes, round face brushes, retractable lip brushes, eyebrow lash brushes and combs.

Each pack of Golden Rose Make Up Latex Sponges contains two sponges. This particular sponge is perfect for applying and blending make-up products, such as foundations and powders, for a smooth finish. This product is ideal for both liquid and cream products, as well as for dry products, such as powders.

After use, wash the Golden Rose Sponges properly with soap and warm water and let them dry.

Beauty Cosmos, 173 Merhba Street, Fgura 21820120 / 99477261 • info@beautycosmos.com • www.beautycosmos.com

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DAJANA LAKETIC FACE OF MALTA 2014 WINNER

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FACE OF MALTA 2014 DAJANA LAKETIC Every year, the competition Face of Malta is held and broadcast on local television. This event is directed by Glow Promotions under the management of Alan J. Darmanin and Jeff Francalanza.

Each June, forty female models compete in this event. This does not only give them the opportunity to win the competition title but to also gain the experience of appearing on local television, magazines and newspapers.

This year’s crowned winner is Dajana Laketic, a 23 year-old beauty who lives in San Gwann.

Dajana has Serbian roots but has lived almost all her life in Malta. Dajana is currently a student and also works in a private company.

Dajana is able to speak five different languages and would someday love to work in Brussels as a translator. Dajana loves to excercise in order to keep herself fit and says that every woman should look after her health and take good care of herself. She has been modelling for the past five years and has taken part in various fashion shows and competitions, including Face of Malta back in 2010.

Preparations for the 2015 Face of Malta calendar are underway. The twelve finalists of this beauty pageant are featured in the calendar. This year, Dajana’s photo will be used for the front cover.

Photography: Hair: Location: Make-up: Wardrobe:

Alan Darmanin Jeff Francalanza Glow Promotions Studios Gabrielle Zammit Grungo Raja & Co Hamrun

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JUST BEAUTY MAGAZINE

POLL

Appearing for the very first time in Just Beauty Magazine The Just Beauty team visited various localities around the island and asked fifty passers-by some salient questions about how they go about deciding which beauty products to buy.

We were interested to find out what motivates them to purchase the products they choose.

How did they get to know about the products?

Are beauty products regularly on their shopping list?

Do they spend a lot each month?

How important is online shopping when it comes to beauty products?

Here is a brief summary of the answers we received:

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Age group

Living in?

What type of beauty products are you most interested in?

What is your main reason for choosing a particular brand?

Roughly how much money do you spend on beauty products per month?

What kind of What attracts advert attracts you to try a new your attention product? the most?

Do you prefer shopping for beauty products from a store or online?

16-24

Malta

Make-up Hair Care

Price, Brand name

€30 - €60

Online Magazine

Referral by a friend Free samples Adverts

Store

25-34

Malta

Make-up Skin Care

Quality Price

€30 - €60

Magazine Online

Referral by a friend Free samples

Store

35-44

Malta

Hair Care Make-Up Skin Care

Quality Price

€30 - €60

Magazine Television

Referral by a friend Adverts

Store

45-54

Malta

Make-up Hair Care

Price

€30 - €60

Online Magazine

Referral by a friend Adverts

Store

55-64

Malta

Skin Care Make-Up Hair Care

Quality Brand name

€60 - €90

Magazine Television

Referral by a friend Free samples

Store

65+

Malta

Make-up Skin Care

Price Quality Brand name

€30 - €60

Billboard Radio

Referral by a friend Free samples

Store

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SALON DÉCOR MADE EASY

While owning your own salon means that you are able to design it in a way that appeals to you, the one thing that is most important to keep in mind is your client. Your salon must convey a specific image which is professional and which will be memorable to the client, leaving them with a positive feeling.

There are a number of interior decorating aspects which one should keep in mind when it comes to choosing colours, themes and lighting for your salon. Here are some suggestions:

1. PICK A THEME Different themes work for different kind of salons. It is a good idea to choose a suitable theme which works for you and the space that you have. Address certain issues, such as a dark corner, etc. first.

2. CONSIDER DIVIDING THE SPACE WITH PARTITIONS Making use of screens or dividers can give your clients more privacy and will help them relax and enjoy their time at the salon. For a more modern trendy look, go for metallic furniture that gives your space a chic and contemporary feel. However, do not limit yourself to what is aesthetically pleasing but also keep in mind comfort and luxury.

3. CHOOSE YOUR COLOUR SCHEME Colour conveys different emotions and physical responses to the body and mind. Pick a colour scheme that features two to three colours and use them in combination throughout your space. Warmer, softer tones combined with wood accents can create a calming atmosphere, whilst the use of metals, glass and more vibrant colours are more appropriate if you would like to create an energetic atmosphere.

look. Showcase products where your clients are most likely to see them and make use of unused wall space. Concealed cabinets are a practical way to reduce clutter. Place hooks near hair stations to offer a convenient place for clients to store their bags and jackets.

6. SELECT YOUR PRODUCTS Although it is up to you to choose which products you would like to use in your salon, keep in mind that some clients may have a preference for certain brands. Make sure you carry brands that are available at successful salons around you and also carry out your own research to find effective products that will work well for your particular client base.

7. UPGRADE AND MAINTAIN Make sure that you keep your salon in tip-top shape. Having a jam-packed calendar means your equipment will suffer from wear and tear. If you have to replace furniture or equipment, make sure that you stick to your salon theme.

Having one item which is an eye sore in your salon can result in a breakdown of the decor and deter from an otherwise visually pleasing space.

4. INTRODUCE TEXTURES AND SUITABLE LIGHTING Add different dimensions within a room by making use of different textures or use in combination with more vibrant colours to improve the look of certain areas. Do not stop at one light source but layer your lighting throughout your space. Avoid extremely bright lights, as they may give a sterile feel to the environment.

5. MAXIMIZE YOUR SPACE The key to making the best use of the space you have, is organisation. Keeping your environment tidy and functional is an ongoing effort that should not be overlooked.

Incorporating multi-functional equipment and appropriate furniture will give your salon a more ergonomic and efficient

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PRODUCT

SPOTS

AMIKA TITANIUM GLIDE DIGITAL STYLER With the Amika Titanium Glide Digital Styler you can create silky, smooth strands, tousled waves or retro curls with ease. Utilising the newest and most advanced technology, this lightweight material offers superior heat conductivity and microscopically smoother plates for the fastest and smoothest styling in one effortless pass.

Cortex Ltd. M. 99472152 • www.cortexltd.com

LONG, LUSH EYELASHES REAL LASHES & BROWS

FUDGE MATTE HED GAS Get some flexible style to your head with firm hold Matte Hed. Work through your hair for definition and movement with extreme matte texture.

What it does Provides texture and definition with an extra matte finish.

Adds volume, smooths cuticle whilst delivering control. Retards moisture loss and preserves the hair’s natural condition.

How to use Apply Matte Hed to hands, rub thoroughly and distribute evenly through hair and style.

D.Abela Trading T. 27315789 / 27333212 www.dabelatrading.com

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NASHI ARGAN OIL

A precious beauty elisir that repairs, nourishes and gives shine to your hair with just one application. This treatment allows you to obtain the perfect styling with extreme ease, detangling the hair and facilitating its manageability in just ten

minutes.

Apply a small amount of NASHI ARGAN OIL on wet hair in relation to its length. Equally distribute the product then style your hair as desired. Do not rinse out.

Joseph Brincat Limited T. 21331121 / 21803624

GrandeLASH™-MD can help you achieve the look you’ve always envied. In as little as four to eight weeks, GrandeLASH™-MD can help make poorly developed or small lashes, eyebrows, fragile or thin eyelashes look longer, thicker and more beautiful.

GrandeLASH™-MD is made with natural ingredients to include vitamins, peptides and amino acids. Most importantly, GrandeLASH™-MD is also paraben free, so it is safe for use around the eyes. So go ahead and make eye contact.

Perfect lashes that look longer, thicker, and darker not only make you feel more glamorous; they also make you feel more confident.

CC&J Ltd. T: 21456494 / M. 99021700 www.chi-christina.com

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A 'REBIRTH' FOR AVANT GARDE SALON IN FGURA Celine Falzon, is a well-known personality due to her regular appearances in the local tele serial Deja Vu. However, some people may not be aware that Celine is also a talented and creative hair stylist who has had her own salon in Fgura for the past twelve years.

This year, senior stylist and salon owner Celine decided that it was about time to give the salon a new look: and what a transformation it has been!

The old yellow and blue split level curves of the old salon have been replaced with a wide, open plan salon in grey, black and white. A touch of green is provided by the plants which soften the modern lines. Glass partitions create private spaces and glimmering subtle light emanates from the AVANTE GARDE sign inside the salon.

Celine was very selective in her choice of equipment. She went for the best she could find. She opted for wide, comfortable backwash chairs that have mechanisms to raise clients’ legs, while the hairdressers wash their hair or provide head massage. Clients can relax while literally ‘putting their feet up’.

The matching styling chairs are height adjustable so that stylists are at ease when working. Celine even chose smooth glide trolleys and opted for glossy black and white furniture.

The company which provided her with the furnishings for her salon is the same Dutch company which supplies equipment to world famous hairdressers and salon chains.

The beauty section has been moved to a more prominent place and the beauty salon now provides a more varied range of services.

From start to finish, this complete decor transformation took only ten days since Celine engaged the services of a team of experts who worked round the clock to ensure that she would be able to re-open as planned.

Celine also chooses to work with the brands that have given her the best performance and results. Celine is herself an educator in advanced cuts and colours for Beauty Tech. She regularly attends training seminars which are organised locally or abroad, often by the manufacturers of the brands she uses.

Regular clients who have entered the newly refurbished salon have commented on the comfort and welcoming atmosphere she has managed to create.

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PRODUCT SPOTS AGAVE HEALING OIL

All sixty nine colour options of the Golden Rose Color Expert Lacquer have a shiny and long lasting formula. Beauty Cosmos stocks the whole range of this new nail lacquer line from Golden Rose. Thanks to its extra wide brush which assists to obtain an excellent application, coupled with its good coverage formulation, this range has proven to be a winner.

Agave Healing Oil Treatment smoothes, restores and transforms hair, leaving locks, frizz-free and easy-to-manage.

Blue Agave plant extracts utilise amino sugars to hydrate and preserve colour and the non-greasy, lightweight formula is ideal for all hair types.

Agave, why not a treat your tresses?

Beauty Cosmos T. 21820120, M. 99477261 info@beautycosmos.com | www.beautycosmos.com

Amberlines Ltd T. 21665199 M. 99232869 | amberlines1@gmail.com

GOLDEN ROSE COLOR EXPERT NAIL LACQUER

CITY & GUILDS HAIR AND BEAUTY COURSES BeautyTech Hair and Beauty Academy caters for beginners as well as practising hairdressers and beauticians who wish to increase their skills and competences. BeautyTech (est 1987) was one of the first City & Guilds training centres in Malta.

City & Guilds courses-open for registration: EQF Level 3, Level 4 in Hairdressing EQF Level 2, Level 3 in Beauty Therapy BeautyTech also offers EQF Level 5 Diploma in Salon Management.

ATTENTION NAIL ENTHUSIASTS

Biocare Academy presents the NEW Advanced Nail Art workshop ‘Zhostovo’ style, a traditional painting method famous for its bold colours, fluid strokes and beautiful floral and natural themes.

Tutor Oksana Borzenkova will instruct you in every detail, using a step by step approach to explain the entire process needed for this amazing technique.

DATE: Thursday 9th & Friday 10th October, 2014 PRICE: €300 €150 deposit is required to secure your booking TIME: 9.30am - 3.30pm (on both days) For more information call: Biocare Academy T. 21424401/2/3 • academy@biocaremalta.com

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Courses are conducted by highly skilled professionals in fully equipped premises.

For more information contact Corinne on 99495309.

National Commission for Further and Higher Education license number 20-07-TC-012.

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ELECTRICAL

SAFETY FOR BEAUTY PROFESSIONALS

Providing health and safety guidelines for the electrical equipment in your salon will ensure the well-being of both your clients and yourself. If your electrical equipment is not properly looked after, it might become a hazard that may cause serious consequences for people’s health and possibly lead to liability. It is therefore important to stay on top of things and to keep the following information at hand.

It is important to be aware of your responsibilities and to ensure that you work in a safe environment at all times.

CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT

Equipment in beauty salons are subjected to considerable wear and tear. It is therefore advisable to set up a system which encourages you to go through all electrical equipment in your facility on a regular basis. Make sure that your devices, such as depilation equipment, hair dryers, wax pots and sunbeds are in good condition and are SAFE TO USE. Only make use of equipment that you have received trained for. If you suspect that an item might be dangerous, take all the necessary precautions and eliminate the risk. Make sure that your equipment is tested by a qualified electrician at least once a year, together with regular inspections to detect simple faults, such as frayed cables or cracked plugs.

KNOW YOUR FUSES

If an electrical appliance should fail, it can draw heavy current from the main supply that may generate heat and cause fire.

To ensure that this does not happen, make sure that all your electrical appliances are fitted with fuses of the correct rating.

To guarantee the best possible protection, it is advisable to have fuses that blow at a current loading which is just over the normal current. Different appliances have different powerratings and draw different amounts of current, so fuses should vary accordingly. Also, it is important to note that fuses come in a large variety of ratings.

KEEP IT SIMPLE

Following everyday simple rules when it comes to electrical safety is the way to go. Provide adequate sockets at each workstation, avoid adapters and the overloading of sockets.

Ensure that all your hot or cold pipes are suitably bonded and earthed and make sure that none of your employees are misusing any piece of equipment. Keep a record of all the tests and inspections which you carry out, so as to keep track of all your devices. Fit all work stations with well-maintained and adequate lighting.

Ensure that your salon is fitted with fire extinguishers that are replaced regularly as they will otherwise expire. Clean up any spills or messes as soon as they happen. This is important so as to avoid any unnecessary risks. Unplug all equipment before cleaning or repairing.

Move flammable objects away from electrical sources and keep in mind that certain chemicals in some of your products are highly flammable.

Carefully follow the instructions of use for both your electrical equipment and your products.

KEEP SAFE

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DIRECTORY

FOR MORE INFORMATION

CALL 21331188 info@just-publications.com

AMBERLINES LTD.

Amberlines Ltd. Triq Hal Resqun, Gudja

t. 21665199 / 99232869 e. amberlines1@gmail.com

Beautimport Limited 6/7 Phyta Building, Tarxien Road, Gudja

t. 21696661 / 99495309 e. beauty@maltanet.net w. www.beautymalta.com

Beauty Centre Malta 175, Carmel Street, Fgura

t. 21820112 / 79390028 e. info@beautycentremalta.com w. www.beautycentremalta.com

Beauty Cosmos 173, Mer침ba Street, Fgura

t. 21820120 / 99477261 e. info@beautycosmos.com w. www.beautycosmos.com

Cortex Ltd. 78, Lazzaro Pisani Street, Zebbug

t. 21465893 e. info@cortexltd.com w. www.cortexltd.com

CC&J Ltd.

t. 21456494 / 99021700 w. www.chi-christina.com

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C&D Beauty Ltd. 12, Triq l-Ortolan, Mosta

t. 21414231 / 79784465 e. patrick@cdbeauty.com.mt w. www.su.com.mt

INTRODUCING A NEW

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Six new fall Gel FX colors perfectly matched to best-selling ORLY nail lacquers.

D.Abela Trading 56, Sliema Road, Gzira

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AvAIlAble AT AUTHORIZeD DISTRIbUTORS. FOR MORe INFORMATION PleASe CAll

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TRADE ENQUIRIES: CC&J LTD. T: 21456494 M. 79326710 M. 99021700 E: info@chi-christina.com | www.chi-christina.com

DIRECTORY Joseph Brincat Ltd. 59, High Street, Sliema

t. 21331121 / 21803624

Liberty Business Culture Ltd.

Liberty Business Culture Ltd.

t. 21410008 e. info@libertymalta.com.mt

M.N.H.

M.N.H.

t. 21344563 / 99431964

Rusk Balzan Valley, Ħal Balzan

t. 21444552/3 e. rusk@go.net.mt

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