HOT PRODUCTS

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by Malumir R. Beavis

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ACTIVE DURABILITY

Lakmé presents k_straight professional straightening and k.wave professional waving systems. Designed for perm-neutralizing processes and straightening systems, these products leave hair three times stronger. Proteins absorbed into the cortex raise the moisture level, and silicones fortify and lubricate the cuticle. For more info visit www.lakme.com

ORGANIC DESIGN

Nisim introduces Kerté styling spray and gel, both made with organic ingredients. These stylers are enriched with moisturizers, sunscreens and a blend of natural extracts, proteins and amino acids to repair damaged hair and split ends. The styling spray provides a flexible hold, and the gel gives a firm hold without flakiness. For more info visit www.kerte.ca

TRI TO ADAPT

The Institute of Trichology presents the Structural Balance line, a selfadjusting hair care system. Positively charged and sulfate-free, these products contain proteins that adhere to weak areas, moisture that clings to dehydrated spots, and nutrients that zero in on fragile points. For more info visit www.trihaircare.com

DOUBLE DUTY

L’Oréal Professionnel’s Vitamino Color and Lumino Contrast system takes colour care to a new level. Formulated for highlighted hair, Lumino Contrast’s positively charged ions target sensitized and negatively charged zones of hair. This way, highlights attract the conditioning they need, and non-lightened pieces aren’t weighed down. For more info visit www. lorealprofessionnel.com

FINISHING LUXE

To achieve luxurious shine and colour protection, put PureOlogy’s NanoWorks ShineLuxe finishing polish to work. The AntiFade complex prolongs the vibrancy of colour, while vegetable proteins and antioxidants rejuvenate and strengthen hair. DryShine technology smoothes the cuticle without greasiness, leaving hair robust and glistening. For more info visit www.pureology.com

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ARTFUL SCULPTOR

Armed with the Keratin Healing System, L’ANZA’s new Art Elements styling products, Polyester and Taffy, provide protection from UV rays and heat trauma caused by styling tools while preventing colour fading. Taffy manipulates, twists and sculpts hair into a movable landscape of form and contour. Polyester adds texture, gleam and resilient yet touchable movement. For more info visit www.lanza.com

CITY SLICKER

LCN introduces four fabulous new shades in the Naughty In New York fall polish collection. Whether fingertips are adorned with sparkling Silver Stardust, vivid Mystic Magenta, shimmering Cosmopolitan Me pink or rubyinspired Let’s Make Out, these polishes create nails that are party-perfect and ready to go. For more info visit www.lcn.ca

FALL HARVEST

Reap the benefits of Back to Basic’s Apple Ginseng volumizing shampoo and conditioner. Working together to saturate thin, fine hair with maximum body and movement, this duo contains vitamin B5 and weightless conditioners to thicken each strand. The result is full, buoyant hair. A delicious aroma of spicy apples engages the senses. For more info visit www.backtobasics.com

IN ALL FAIRNESS

Banish brassiness in lightertoned hair with Joico’s Color Endure Violet shampoo and conditioner which maintain the intensity and tone of cool blonde and grey hair. Broad-spectrum ultraviolet protectants work with greentea-derived antioxidants to prevent yellowing and fading. Locks stay hydrated and nourished with low-weight and -size proteins. For more info visit www.joico.com

CONSERVE AND PROTECT

Strengthen and repair hair with the new Color Conserve strengthening treatment from Aveda. Specially designed for coloured hair, this treatment seals colour and protects against UV rays with natural protectors found in wintergreen, cinnamon bark and sea buckthorn extract. Morikue protein found in Peru strengthens the cuticle, while macadamia nut and sunflower oils produce reflective sheen. For more info visit www.aveda.com S

Training Academy

• Cosmetic tattooing training courses • 5 Day academic program • Four instructors to eight students • Product packages • Models supplied for all procedures by school • Computerized tattoo equipment • Preferred rates at partnership hotels for fly-in students

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