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As the business of bridal services in salons and spas looks like growing by over 35per cent, equally endorsed by the owners of top salons and dermatologists alike, we really are looking at a new paradigm of opportunities that need to be approached very differently. Whilst some of the salons are absolutely out there servicing this culture innovatively others are still reacting to it at the best.

We are happy to bring out some marvellous bridal imagery from a shoot with senior creative director Pammy Kaul and her team captured by ace lensman Ashish Chawla. Its aspirational, and doable as well! We put together an entire gamut of offerings by salons and spas for the brides and grooms apart from continuing our series on real brides!

We try to uncover how global salon brands are positioning and managing in a competitive environment in India trying to maintain their edge as it were.

The Salon International in London continues to amaze another year in continuum! We are inspired!

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News Now 16 Retail Round-up 22 Event Review 86

Preview 62

Event Calendar 90

Know what’s trending at Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week

Shopping Guide 70

Get yourself accessorised this wedding season

Catwalk Trends 72

A sneak-peek into the first edition of Myntra Fashion Weekend

HAIR Portfolio 26 Preview 30 Trend Spotting 32 Runway Report 34

Solutions 36

Fragrances 78

Tracey Devine’s ‘Set In Motion’ collection is all about colour, texture and movement Latest in hair care Hair colour trend for this season; Get glamorous with Tigi’s Bed Head Moroccanoil lead stylist Malcolm Edwards interweaves and L’Oréal Professionnel’s artist Amit Abraham creates modern box braid Coloured hair care tips from Matrix Brand Ambassador Drashti Dhami; Strengthen your hair with Paul Mitchell’s Strength Spa Experience

Latest hues out now Smell beautiful with these newest launches

BUSINESS

Latest salon, store, spa and gym openings

Beauty Events happening across the globe

New offerings in skin and make-up

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Recent updates from the world of beauty

A look at the most awaited event of the salon industry: Salon International, and Paul Mitchel gathering a ‘revolution'

Look perfect at your wedding with the six week plan by Dr Deepali Bhardwaj

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Know stature of the luxury salon market Get the design details of Sisley’s first store in New York

readers' LETTERS

As always, your magazine looks great. Saw the October issue and really liked the Lakmé fashion week coverage.

Love the deatling you guyz do with every page of the magazine. Hats off to the team, especially the designer.

All the best!!

— Beena Rastogi, Mumbai

FRAGRANCE/Preview Preview

Having an obsession for great and luxury perfumes, I always love to know more about the subject. Happend to go through the October issue of the magazine and simply loved the stories based around fragrances and their business leaders in the country. I applaud your effort.

TIMELESS ISSUE TIMELESS REPLACES ANTI-AGEING AS THE NEXT BEAUTY MANTRA

Nykaa.com Falguni Nayyar CEO and Founder earlier purchases. Hence, this helps them make a decisive decision.

What is the STRATEGY TO SELL FRAGRANCE online?

DECODING THE D THEE HAUT H E INDIA INTERNA NTERNATIO TIONAL ONAL

The strategy is to have the widest range of fragrances available with best prices.

We offer a huge range of perfumes, deodorants, body mists and gift sets. Most consumers visit online sites to access the widest range of perfumes and the new launches across brands. Online portals are the easiest way to access international brands and perfumes that may not be available otherwise. Most consumers are aware of the great deals which are available online.

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Currently, men’s fragrances are bought more often online compared to women’s perfumes.

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We see good traffic from across age groups as we have a rich and relevant selection of perfumes.

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Axe, Nike, for deodorants and Davidoff,Calvin Klein for perfumes are some of the best sellers.

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The ONLINE PERFUME SPACE

The online fragrance market is growing rapidly. Over the last 2-3 years, all marketplaces and fashion e-retailers have begun to sell fragrances. However the biggest worry or reservation consumers may have is the authenticity of the fragrances. Most online retailers (except Nykaa) are NOT sourcing directly from the brands but are alternatively sourcing from parallel imports or grey market channels.

Therefore, we believe we have a more permanent/more secure and stable position in this space.

How does THIS CATEGORY WORK?

Most of our online purchases from our fragrance catalog are either through repeat purchases. Other customers who chose to buy their fragrances online do so through word-of-mouth or buy online after reading our user reviews. As we are the only authorized luxury e-retailer and source directly from the brand, we are able to frequently distribute fragrance samples and get many purchases through this activity.

What is the STRATEGY TO SELL FRAGRANCE online?

Our strategy is unique/different from all others. We ensure we have enough information on our site and that is well curated. We make sure that the customers can search or navigate through our catalog with ease. We categorize our fragrances by attributes such as notes/fragrance family, gender, type. We also try and educate the customers with regards to the various brands and different ranges.

Inspiration: Created to celebrate the traditional British springtime, this fragrance joins the best-selling Voyage Fragrance Collection which features scents of the world. The special edition captures the bouquet of hundreds of White Gardenia flowers blowing gently in the first light of dawn.

Notes: With zesty notes of orange and

mandarin, the fragrance reveals another facet of Neroli (orange blossom essential oil) through resolutely floral notes, heightened by the elegant presence of white orchid. Faceted with fruity head notes, the fragrance evolves voluptuously into a base of musk and iris.

A heart of radiant neroli essence from the Mediterranean caressing white nean is blended with care esssingg wh w ite orchid Madagascar. hid absolute from Madagas asscar.

Notes: - This glorious scent opens with a sparkling top note of Bergamot.

After a short time, subtle Tuberose accords and delicate notes of White Gardenia begin to shine through. Sandalwood underscores the subtle floral heart notes, adding depth and density.

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According to ASSOCHAM the Indian fragrance industry is likely to reach `100 billion by 2015, growing at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 40 per cent.

And nearly 60 per cent of the whole fragrance market is dominated by men's category which keeps on evolving with the change in attitudes and lifestyle.

English Dawn White Gardenia Packaging: 50 ml MRP: ` 1595 Availability: The Body Shop

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near and far, chosen from producers in Provence and around the world, have been brought together for this fragrance. Neroli is the essence of unions and purity. It blends the scents of two precious white flowers in a beautiful harmony.

Homme is an interpretation of the scents from the north of the isle.

Notes: The top note contains a fresh,

intense burst of Calabrian bergamot and neroli enlivened further by the zest of green tangerine. At the heart Ozonic marine notes express the light and spray of the open sea, floral light jasmine, warm, crisp rock nose blend with the endlessly stimulating aroma of fresh rosemary and fruity persimmon.

And the base note comprise of a virile and enveloping wake with warming Indonesian patchouli and cedar.

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L’occitane en Provence

Neroli and Orchidee Packaging: 75 ml MRP: ` 4600 Availability: All L’occitane stores Inspiration: Ingredients from lands

Only The Brave Wild Packaging: 75ml

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MRP: `3900 and ` 5100 respectively

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who wears Only The Brave Wild is at home in the city and the jungle. His fragrance has its roots in the heart of nature, wild and raw.

Notes: Ancient powders take the place of a creamy

coconut note; the moist mousse stands out as a rugged vetiver, earthy and primitive ; a characteristically Provencal lavender note, set off by exotic tones of musk; as for the town — citrus fruit, they take their acidic note from the citronella. The traditional fougère marks the exotic, the domesticated wild child of the city and gives to the wise world of nature, the same heart as the city.

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I am a regular reader of your magazine and have always liked the content published and this time too, I was exceptionally impressed reading the feature on the online fragrance market.

— Vandana Bhanot, Gujrat

Who buys more: MEN OR WOMEN?

Approximately 65 per cent of all our transactions are done by men across all categories.

Which AGE GROUP buys more?

Approximately 90 per cent of our customer base is between 20-35 years old.

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Brands such as Davidoff, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger do extremely well on our site.

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I have always been a great fan of the team B Blunt. Was really happy to see the cover feature of your October issue done by Rohan Jagtap of B Blunt.

— Elen Mathews, Bangalore A COLLECTION

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THE COLLECTION Diamonds are indeed forever and as Rohan Jagtap signs off his latest collection ‘DIAMOND’, he creates mesmerising, sensuous looks while playing with long hairdressing techniques.Collection Diamond is a signature collection with breathtaking yet sensuous hairstyles, designed with classic and modern shapes.

This collection focuses only on art of long hairdressing as compared to previous works. It showcases an element of classic and artistic freedom through

mirror shine hair draped magniÀcently. Collection Diamond is inspired by sophisticated elegant shapes and is a seamless combination of tradition and unconventional approach to long hairdressing. An angelic and powerful sweetness is expressed through this collection.

Delicate Chignon and the French Banane provide femininity and the Aero dynamic shape focuses on an adventurous twist while retaining the creative freedom.

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PAMMY KAUL

Achieving creative and professional satisfaction were the biggest motivators for Pammy Kaul, owner of the famous Scratch salon chain and Schwarzkopf Professioanl Creative Hair Ambassador, to start her career in the industry at an early age of 18, with training in Amritsar at Figuertte Training school. Subsequently living in England, Kaul joined professional colleges to earn complete know how of the business and managed to gain immense experience while working her way through some of the best names in the trade, including, Patrick Cameron. See Kaul, bring out her immaculate talent with her version of a 2014 bride for our cover feature- Bridal Soiree.

DHWANI

Ever since she was a little girl she used to dress anything and anyone that moved, including the family dog! So it is no surprise that she ended up as a stylist. A background in fashion and enthusiasm for art is a constant fuel for her personal inspiration. Above all else she loves to see the miraculous transformation in a client’s confidence, “a cinch at the waist, an added layer or accessory can change a person from wallflower to a style icon in minutes!” – she believes. See the her h creative i h come out in full swing for our November cover story- Bridal Soiree.

ASHISH CHAWLA

“Photography is the only medium where one negative can produce so many positives” — Ashish Chawla.

Having discovered his artistic penchant early enough, Ashish picked up the electric guitar and eventually formed his own rock band when 17. Gradually discovering a world where the language of expression was not verbal-music but visual-music, he spent formative years pursuing fine arts at College of Art, Delhi.

The transition as a full time photographer came almost immediately after he passed out in 1997. Celebrating his love with the lens, Beauty Launchpad India captures his very best, while he get the perfect frames for the cover story- Bridal soiree.

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L’ORÉAL USA SIGNS AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE CAROL’S DAUGHTER

L’Oréal USA has signed a denitive agreement to acquire Carol’s Daughter.

Headquartered in New York City, Carol’s Daughter is a premier American multicultural beauty brand with a pioneering heritage in the natural beauty movement.

Created by Lisa Price in 1993, the brand caters to a diverse, rapidly growing market and has established a loyal consumer following across the country.

Following a multi-channel distribution model, Carol’s Daughter offers a comprehensive range of products that are available at specialty beauty stores, mass retailers, on HSN, through e-commerce and at Carol’s Daughter branded stores in New York City. Frederic Roze, President and CEO of L’OréalUSA said, “This acquisition will enable L’OréalUSA to build a new dedicated multi-cultural beauty division as part of our Consumer Products business, and strengthen the company’s position in this dynamic market.”

Carol’s Daughter will continue to operate out of their New York City headquarters under the brand’s current leadership team. This acquisition further enhances L’Oréal USA’s roster of American brands which includes Maybelline NY, Kiehl’s, Essie, Urban Decay, Clarisonic and NYX. The closing is subject to the standard regulatory approvals and other customary conditions.

THE ESTÉE LAUDER COMPANIES INC. TO ACQUIRE LE LABO

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has acquired Le Labo (“The Lab”), the highend fragrance and sensory lifestyle brand with a distinct French heritage and an emphasis on ne craftsmanship and personalization in its products and services.

Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

The acquisition is expected to close in November 2014.

Founded in 2006 by fragrance industry veterans Fabrice Penotand Eddie Roschi, Le Labo provides a highly selective assortment of exceptional fragrance and sensory lifestyle products in minimalistic retail environments, including the brand’s freestanding stores in New York, London, Paris, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Tokyo and Hong Kong, as well as select prestige department stores in global agship cities, and the brand’s website. Le Labo has ofces in New York and London. Its current product offerings include fragrances, body care products and candles, as well as limited-edition “City Exclusive” scents, available only in certain boutiques by region.

Le Labo will be overseen by John Demsey, The Estée LauderCompanies’ Group President, responsible for Estée Lauder, MAC, Tom Ford,Prescriptives, Bobbi Brown, Jo Malone, La Mer, Bumble and bumble, Smashbox and Aramis and Designer Fragrances.

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COTY INC. OFFERS TO BUY BOURJOIS COSMETICS BRAND FROM CHANEL

Coty Inc and Chanel announced that Coty has submitted a binding offer to acquire the Bourjois cosmetics brand from Chanel for 15 million Class A Coty shares. Chanel has agreed to enter into exclusive negotiations.

Bourjois’ portfolio of colour cosmetic products are sold through approximately 23,000 points of sale in more than 50 countries around the world, enjoying leading positions in some of the most attractive markets for colour cosmetics, such as Western Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Bourjois was founded in 1863, by French actor Joseph-Albert Ponsin, who developed a line of color cosmetics for his fellow actors.

“We are looking forward to having the Bourjois brand as part of our portfolio of leading beauty products, as well as welcoming Chanel as a Coty shareholder,” said Bart Becht, Chairman and Interim CEO of Coty Inc. “Bourjois’ brands are highly complementary to Coty’s existing colour cosmetics portfolio. Additionally, the company’s strong heritage, quality image and leadership positions in a number of Western European countries where Coty is seeking to bolster its presence, provide a great opportunity for Coty to further strengthen its leadership position in the large and growing colour cosmetics category.”

The proposal is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances. The relevant employee representative bodies will be consulted prior to entering into a denitive agreement.

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DERMALOGICA FOUNDER JANE WURWAND RECEIVES CEW 2014 ACHIEVER AWARD

Wurwand, Founder, Co-Owner and Chief Visionary of Dermalogica and The International Dermal Institute (IDI), and founder of the brand’s social impact initiative, FITE, has been awarded top honours by Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW), the cosmetic industry’s leading executive association, as one of this year’s recipients of the prestigious CEW Achiever Award. The Awards ceremony took place on October 17 at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City.

The Achiever Awards recognize the accomplishments of women leaders in the cosmetic industry. The Awards serve as an inspiration to future leaders and for companies to support executive women’s advancement. In years past, CEW recognized top level executives of major cosmetic corporations.

For thirty years, since the inception of The International Dermal Institute (IDI) and the Dermalogica professional skin care brand, Wurwand has focused her business on creating professional opportunities and economic empowerment for women.

In 2011, Jane launched FITE, Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship, to help women entrepreneurs around the world invest in their own potential. Working in more than 70 countries, FITE creates pathways to entrepreneurship by providing access to funding and business resources, supporting education and leadership training for women, and helping to amplify women’s voices. To date, FITE has helped to fund more than 50,000 women entrepreneurs worldwide, providing them with the opportunities and resources needed to achieve nancial independence, and most recently announced the launch of its groundbreaking new program to support vocational training to careers in the salon industry for young women and girls.

RIHANNA DEFIES BOUNDARIES WITH NEW MEN’S SCENT

Rihanna will launch her rst-ever fragrance for men, ROGUE MAN by Rihanna. The top notes comprised of fresh citrus, herbs, and spicy black pepper which offer a clean opening impression, the velvet oral blends, strong undertones of cedar wood, and the primal sensation of labdanum ignite the senses and linger warmly on skin.

THE NOTES TOP: Black Pepper, Rosemary, Clementine, Bergamot MID: Jasmine, Cedar wood, Labdanum, Vanilla Orchid DRY: Sandalwood, Musk, Patchouli, Amber, Tonka Bean.

Evoking Rihanna’s signature bold attitude and sophisticated sex appeal, ROGUE MAN by Rihanna’s striking bottle design incorporates a geometric glass bottle complemented by an oversized and bold square black leather cap.

ROGUE MAN by Rihanna is available at Macys.com and select Macy’s nationwide customers.

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AVON LAUNCHES REDESIGNED ECOMMERCE SITE

Avon Products, Inc. launched its redesigned website, www.avon.com, a critical component of its digital strategy designed to enhance the social selling experience for Avon Representatives and the shopping experience for consumers.

Avon will bolster the social selling experience for its Representatives by delivering tools to enhance their reach, productivity and earnings.

To complement the traditional face-to-face selling approach, Representatives have the option to sell through their own personalized eStore.

This newly redesigned ecommerce platform includes such customizable features as blogs, special offers, select product highlights and videos.

Representatives also have access to an email marketing program and social media suite featuring valuable beauty content that can be easily shared with their customers.

Additionally, tools such as a “Find a Representative” locator, and a Facebook sign-in makes the shopping experience fast and easy. To help educate and engage consumers, the new site provides rich content, tips from Avon experts, how-to videos, a virtual makeover tool, and ratings and reviews.

The launch will be promoted through a multipronged digital media campaign, developed in collaboration with award-winning digital media agency iCrossing.

The campaign is an extension of the Avon You Make It Beautiful campaign, and focuses on how consumers interact with the brand.

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INDIAN GOVERNMENT BANS IMPORT OF ANIMAL TESTED COSMETICS

THEY HAVE ARRIVED ON NATIONAL STAGE

ORIFLAME ANNOUNCES BRAND AMBASSADOR

On September 25th 2014 when the winners of National Beauty Skills Competition were announced, Western India cheered with three out of top ve winners were from Mumbai/Nashik.

Beauty & Wellness sector skill council organized Pan India beauty skills competition for under 22 category, between June -September 2014. The competition witnessed unprecedented and overwhelming response with over 97 contestants participating in 12 hours regional round competition held in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Guwahati (Assam). Twenty one contestants were selected and trained to compete in National round that was held in Delhi. To judge the competition 11 Jury members from across the country had extremely tough time choosing the best among them.

However, these national winners would further compete in March 2015 for one coveted position that will take them to represent India in World Skills competition in August 2015, at Brazil.

The Union health ministry has banned the import of cosmetics tested on animals.

The ban comes in the form of Rule 135-B that states, “Prohibition of import of cosmetics tested on animals. – No cosmetic that has been tested on animals after the commencement of Drugs and Cosmetics (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2014 shall be imported into the country”.

The notication has come into effect from November 13, 2014, 30 days from the date of notication. By banning the import of cosmetics tested on animals, India has become the rst cruelty-free cosmetics zone in South Asia.Earlier in May this year, the government had prohibited the testing of cosmetic products and ingredients on animals within the country.

Talking exclusively with Beauty Launchpad India L’Oréal shares, “L’Oréal is fully committed to developing alternative methods and supports denitively ending animal testing as soon as scientically possible. Since 1989, L’Oréal was able to end all testing of nished products on animals, without making our products any less safe.

L’Oréal does not import or sell animal tested cosmetics in India.”

In addition The BodyShop commented that after decades of global campaigning, we are nally celebrating the end of animal testing for cosmetics in India. The sale and import of animal tested products and ingredients will be banned from 13th November 2014.

The Body Shop is one of the few beauty brands who will not be affected by the ban, having always been Against Animal Testing. All The Body Shop® products are certied by Cruelty Free International as meeting their Humane Cosmetics Standard.

The brand has been championing the cause of Cruelty Free cosmetics in India since 2006. The Body Shop would like to extend a special thanks to the fantastic store teams, lovely customers and diligent government authorities for passionately supporting the cause and working tirelessly to end animal cruelty. Speaking on this historic event, Shriti Malhotra, COO, The Body Shop India said, “We are delighted with this announcement as India becomes the rst cruelty-free cosmetics zone in South Asia. After over 20 years of global campaigning, we are nally able to celebrate the end of animal testing for cosmetics in India. We have always been against animal testing. This ground breaking news is truly a dening moment for us and for our customers who have supported and championed The Body Shop’s campaign against animal testing in cosmetics and beauty products for many years.”

Oriame India recently appointed Bollywood beauty, Huma Qureshi as its Brand Ambassador, Colour Cosmetics range- THE ONE. With the residence of the Ambassador of Sweden as the chosen venue for the grand announcement and launch, the evening was highlighted with a dazzling fashion show and had Huma Qureshi as the show stopper for the show. The evening also saw an intriguing, magnicent performance by Fusion Angels who redened aerial performances.

Also present at the evening was, Niklas Frisk, VP and head of South Asia and MD, Oriame India. Making his remark about the announcement he said, “At Oriame, this year has been lled with numerous signicant developments; from our entry in the hair colour segment to the upcoming launch of wellness supplements, from opening world class ofces to constantly renovating on our current product portfolio. Today with addition of Huma Qureshi in Oriame family and launch of The ONE range, we are condent to take the momentum of growth forward. Huma personies the strength and values of a contemporary Indian woman which reects with our brand values.”

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WELLA PROFESSIONALS ENCOURAGE HAIR COLOUR

Colour is seen as fashion statement and everyone wants to go for it, however it’s the concern around hair damage that holds everyone back. To help combat this worry Wella Professionals organized a Bloggers meet, which was hosted

by Sapna Bhavnani, Wella Expert , Gaurav Gupta, Wella Professionals National Key Account trainer and Amy Plowman, Wella Expert Trainer.

Bhavnani highlighted how Wella Professionals newly launched ‘Oil Infuso Color Service’ provides long lasting colour results alongside taking care of hair health.

FIAMA DI WILLS LAUNCHES ‘SHOWER JEWELS’ IN ASSOCIATION WITH DESIGNER MASABA

ITC’s leading personal care brand Fiama Di Wills, has launched its most awaited line of product for the year 2014 - the limited edition signature series - Fiama Di Wills ‘Shower Jewels’, a precious gemstone infused shower gel collection. Exquisitely designed by well known designer Masaba Gupta in collaboration with ITC’s Laboratoire Naturel (ITC’s consumer interaction and product development centre), these shower gels are an amalgamation of avant-garde fashion and innovative skincare.

The luxury range introduces three variants –Ravishing Ruby, Shimmering Diamond, and Aquamarine Agleam. Infused with gemstone dust, each of these shower gels has a unique gel formulation enriched with skin conditioners, to give youthful skin.

Sandeep Kaul, Chief Executive, Personal Care Products Business, ITC Limited stated,“The Fiama Di Wills Signature series has been a phenomenal success since its launch in October 2012.

In its third year we are happy to introduce Fiama Di Wills Shower Jewels, a precious gemstone bath collection designed by the eclectic designer Masaba. The range is an embodiment of the brand philosophy of timeless youthfulness.”

MUMBAI’S BANDRA WORLI SEA LINK TURNS PINK FOR ESTEE LAUDER’S COMPANIES’ 2014 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

Inspired by Evelyn Lauder’s vision, the Estée Lauder Companies’ 2014 Breast Cancer Awareness (BCA) Campaign is expanding the global call-toaction. The aim is to unite the global breast cancer community by inviting all who have been touched by the disease to share their personal story in the hopes of empowering others to speak openly, while continuing to support lifesaving education and medical research. As Mrs. Evelyn H. Lauder, Campaign founder, guiding spirit and co-creator of the Pink Ribbon always said, “It really is something that can never be done by any one person; it has to be done by a group.”

United by this common goal, the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) partners with the Estée Lauder Companies’ BCA Campaign for the third year, to light Mumbai’s iconic Bandra Worli Sea Link (BWSL) Pink from October 3rd to 10th, 2014, 7:30pm onwards. An integral feature of the BCA Campaign since 2012, the Pink Illumination of the BWSL aligns serves as a symbol of hope, empowerment and a dramatic reminder of the life-saving benets of early detection in the ght against Breast Cancer. This year’s illumination stands to drive the central BCA campaign message that individuals touched by the disease and their supporters experience it together, and empower each other in profound ways.

The Estée Lauder Companies will donate Rs 100 up to a maximum donation of INR 10,00,000/- for every message shared in October 2014, to its local charities Women’s Cancer Initiative - Tata Memorial Hospital and Indian Cancer Society Cancer Sahyog that work to promote breast cancer education, provide medical support and counselling.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIP WITH CUSTOMERS

By Farah Meezan, Business Development Manager, John Paul Mitchell Systems

Businesses spend a lot of time and money on advertising to attract customers.

While, this is important for the growth of the business, the value of returning to customers is often overlooked. Loyal customers are critical to the success of every business. This can only be ensured by providing them with exemplary customer service.

It is very important to give customers individualized attention, quality, product knowledge, polite and courteous service with efciency. The customer service may not necessarily nish at the end of the service. It requires follow-up. The ultimate objective is to establish customer loyalty.

Good ‘Customer Service’ starts with greeting a customer with a warm smile even if it is over the phone. Ask open-ended questions like ‘How are you today?’ and ‘What products can I brief you about?’ This will help you engage in a conversation. Never judge a book by it’s cover, as all customers are important irrespective of their age and appearance. Positive body language and good listening are keys to customer loyalty. Peep into a customer’s requirement by paying attention to what he/she is saying. It is also a reection of courtesy and good manners. A positive approach, shaking hands and a winning smile are all signs of excellent customer service.

Moreover, customer feedback, always help to nd out if we are delivering customer service of high expectations and also help us to x specic issues and improve in areas that are identied as weaknesses. b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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RETAIL ROUND UP

KOLKATA GETS A NEW GROOMING DESTINATION

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SUMIT ISRANI LAUNCHED CONCEPT HAIR STUDIO IN NEW DELHI

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ce hair expert and celebrity hair stylist Sumit Israni opened firstof-its-kind concept hair studio which is also India’s first Colour Specialist salon under its brand name Geetanjali Salon. Launched at the busiest and swankiest mall in Delhi- Select City walk, this concept studio offers a host of customized services such as creative haircuts, hairstyles, personalized colour accents -highlights/lowlights/ ombre, colour correction and glossing, texturing services along with luxury hair rituals, Keratin treatments and much more.

SHIBA OPENS ANOTHER BRANCH IN DELHI

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hahnaz Husain International Beauty Academy (SHIBA) has opened a new branch in Eros International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi. The academy have mostly extended through franchise system. It offers professional Diploma Courses, in keeping with international standards, in Cosmetology, Hair Design, Make Up, Ayurveda, Dhara and Kerala Massage, Yoga, Personal Grooming and many short term courses. The courses are flexible in terms of duration. Classes are counted on an hourly basis and one can adjust the classes according to convenience. The course opens the door to lucrative careers in beauty.

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olkata got its newest address for women to indulge in luxurious Beauty and Spa Treatments – “Pink Tree”. Located on the second floor of PS Maestro Building, Matheswartola Road, Kolkata. “Pink Tree” is spread over an over an area of 1,600 square feet with luxurious space and modern design which can accommodate over 15 guests simultaneously for various beauty treatments. Lyvia Wu is the brain behind Pink Tree.

She is a second-generation hair stylist, trained at Toni N Guy in Singapore and at Vidal Sassoon in Canada, and then with Celebrity hairstylist Paul Falltrick of United Kingdom. Lyvia has meticulously handpicked every member of the “Pink Tree” Team to ensure excellent service for every guest / client. Twin sisters Lyvia Wu and Sylvia Chen (Mumbai’s Celebrity hair stylist) conceptualized the Pink Tree name, which stands for creativity, freshness and feminity, “Tree” symbolizes growth, strength and stability.

WAVE DESIGNER SALON OPENS IN GREATER NOIDA

DR SHRILATA TRASI LAUNCHES HER ‘LA PIEL’ CENTRE

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Spreading its roots further in Delhi-NCR region, Schwarzkopf Professional India has partnered with Wave Designer Salon, Greater Noida to launch their new outlet.

As a part of this alliance, Schwarzkopf Professional products and services will now be exclusively available at the recently launched outlet of the salon.

Saleem Gulzar, MD, Wave Designer Salon said, “We are happy to announce the launch of our new salon in Greater Noida in association Schwarzkopf Professional India .With this partnership, we aim to offer best hair-care treatments to our valued customers.”

r Shrilata Trasi added one more feather to her, by launching her new brand ‘La Piel’ along with daughter Dr Shefali Trasi at Khar, Mumbai. The new centre is spread across 3,000 square feet area and offers aesthetic beauty treatments along with variety of surgeries such as hair transplantation, scar surgeries, face rejuvenation-anti aging, thermage eye procedure for smoothening and tightening of face skin around the eye and eyelids. the centre also offers CO2 laser, micro needle fractional RF technology, and the most revolutionary Nutrigenomic anti-ageing solution.

‘SAND FOR SOAPAHOLICS’ OPENS ITS FIRST STORE

introduce a natural cosmetic brand whose basic ingredients are derived from traditional Indian herbs, fruits and vegetables and is inspired by traditional Indian home remedies. The range of products include natural artisan soaps, moisturizers, body creams, shampoos, conditioners etc.

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he natural cosmetics brand ‘SaND for Soapaholics’ has opened their first store on the first floor of Garuda Mall in Bengaluru. The store is 350 square feet and houses entire range of products from face-care to body-care and hair-care.

The brand plans to open two to three stores by the financial year end in Bengaluru only.

Based in Bengaluru ‘SaND– aims at creating hand made personal care products which are basically made out of ingredients derived from fruits and eatables. The primary target is to

RETAIL ROUND UP

ILA SKINCARE UNVEILS NEW ‘ILA ONLY’ SPA BRAND IN INDIA

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rganic skincare brand ila has unveiled its new brand of ‘ila only’ spas with the launch of the first site at the Raas Jodhpur hotel in India. “India has always been a very special place for ila, so to open our first ila only spa there is just wonderful. Our roots are in India so it’s the perfect synergy for ila only. The spa brand has been part of our evolution strategy for many years and it feels like the right time for its launch now. Raas Jodhpur is a beautiful resort and we are overjoyed with the response we have had from the guests visiting the spa,” said Nikhilendra Singh, ila’s co-owner.

The 39-bedroom boutique hotel, located within Jodhpur’s ancient city walls and overlooking the 500 year-old Mehrangarh Fort, features a 3,122 square feet spa. There are three single treatment rooms and a couples’ suite within the facility, along with a steam room. Stocked with ila products, treatments include facials, massages, wraps, scrubs, motherto-be rituals, couples’ therapies and a Raas signature treatment.

INDIAN SPA CONSULTANCY LAUNCHES ITS FIRST SPA AT HILTON JAIPUR

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fter working as the regional spa director for Epikurean Hotels and Resorts, Gavin Rodrigues, founder and CEO of new spa and wellbeing management consultancy Essense Wellness (EW) decided to launch his own consultancy in May this year. Rodrigues has also worked with Six Senses at the Soneva Fushi and Soneva Gili resorts.

Due to high demand from industry colleagues, Rodrigues started his own company in India, with the aim of supplying spa consultancy services to projects in India. “India is not an easy place to do business, especially spa business. This is because working in the Indian spa industry requires a certain skillset. After being in the industry and travelling the globe for 14 years, I am very happy to have started my own company here,” said Rodrigues.

Hilton Worldwide in India has provided him with his first opportunity to create and manage a new 20,000 square feet spa at the 179-bedroom Hilton Jaipur. Within the Eau de Vie spa, there are four treatment rooms and a couples’ suite, in addition to a sauna, steam room, hair salon and fitness centre. The treatment menu features massages from an array of cultures, including Indian Ayurvedic therapies, Vietnamese principles and Thai techniques. The products being used are Rodrigues’s own creation. “It took me two years to create my own product line for EW. We have amazing products like dried fruit wraps made from banana, apple, pineapple and mango that are 100 per cent organic and are even edible.”

Rodrigues is also working on spas at two other locations in India at the moment. First, the DoubleTree by Hilton Agra, a Waterwoods-operated hotel in Kabini, at a tiger reserve in south India.

ZEN SPA IN EXPANSION

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fter having launched its first centre in Gold Souk, Gurgaon, Zen Spa is all set to expand its footprint with yet another centre at the Vatika Business Park, Gurgaon. Targeting to bring spa as a culture in India, Zen is primarily targeting people with less time and restricted budgets for a wellness experience. True to their tagline—Arrive and Revive, the treatments make you walk in the clouds and tranquilise for sure.

The philosophy of services at Zen is inspired by the mix of ancient Javanese reflexology and Dr. Ingham’s form of Modern Reflexology that includes, Quick foot spa (which is foot reflexology supported with calf massage for energy stimulation), Quick hand spa (which is hand reflexology with lower arm massage for energy stimulation), Quick Ear SPA (which is Ear reflexology with Head, face and neck points massage for energy stimulation) and back massage on specific points for muscle relaxation.

The principle theme at the spa is, ‘Mother Nature and within the theme, one can find variety of sub-themes such as the jungle theme, waterfall theme or sea beach theme. The further plan of the wellness brand is to open 10 outlets within NCR in next one year.

LUXURY BRAND JW MARRIOTT LAUNCHES ITS FIRST RESORT IN INDIA

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arriott International’s luxury brand JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has expanded its luxury portfolio by opening its first resort in India. The resort, JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa, is located in the hill station of Mussoorie amidst historic walnut plantations. The 115 room resort’s interior and exterior design is inspired by its natural surroundings and all

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guestrooms feature private balconies, informed the official release. Keeping up with the worldwide wellness trend, the resort also houses the Cedar Spa by L’Occitane, which features five treatment

rooms and an array of treatments inspired by the indigenous cedar trees of the region. It also features a salon

by Warren Tricomi, a state-of-the-art fitness center with an indoor heated swimming pool to provide its clients the best in luxury.

“JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove & Spa is a beautiful addition to our growing India portfolio and overall global presence,” said Mitzi Gaskins, vice president and global brand manager for JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts.

Hair was given body via Styling Root Booster and rough-dried with Styling Tough Stuff hair gel. To create more texture, Devine applied Styling Curl Cream and curled with an iron. “I randomly pinned it up for effect,� she smiles.

BEAUTY/Preview

There is a definite art to making hair look effortlessly beautiful—especially in photography. But that’s just what Affinage Global Ambassador Tracey Devine captures in her latest collection, Coco Belle. “I’m always inspired by texture and movement,” Devine shares, explaining that she strategically placed color to accentuate movement and imply spontaneity.

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HAIR: TRACEY DEVINE; PHOTOGRAPHY: JACK EAMES; STYLING: DESIREE LEDERER; MAKEUP: MADDIE AUSTIN

TRACEY DEVINE CELEBR ATES CO LOR, TEXTUR E AND MOVEM ENT IN H ER LATEST COLLEC TION. — BY A MY DOD DS

Devine detangled hair with Affinage Kitoko Volume Enhance Leave-In Treatment, then applied Indigo Froth mousse prior to blowing it out. “Next, hair was tonged [curled] and left to set, then brushed out and styled with Indigo Power Hairspray,� Devine says. b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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BEAUTY/Preview

After prepping her model’s mane with Styling Volume Lotion through the mid-lengths and ends, Devine blasted roots with Styling Root Booster. Following a blow dry, she next set the hair on heated rollers—“only for a few minutes,” she notes—and then worked in Styling Glazer before finishing off with Indigo Power Hairspray.

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THIS MONTH’S SMARTEST HAIR ESSENTIALS

L’Oreal Professionnel MAJIREL COOL COVER is all new range

of hair colour with cooler reflects, deeper tones and ultra-neutralising abilities.

Just like Majirel, Cool Cover continues to give accurate, true to tone results each time and cares for hair inside and out – with Inoene G and Incell technology. The palette consists of 9 shades, ranging from Mochas to Golds to Ashes offering you all possible on-trend hues.

MRP: `310 for a 50ml tube

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Paul Mitchell FAST FORM helps

strengthen and soothes every strand while delivering sensational slip and clean, flexible hold that lasts and also speeds up the drying time. This versatile cream gel styler is very light and gives great curl formation and volume.

MRP: On Request

Schwarzkopf Professional BC BONACURE HAIRTHERAPY range comprises of a

combination of seven hair therapy lines - both for use at home as well as exclusive in-salon treatment products. The secret of the new BC Hairtherapy is the new Cell Perfector technology. It combines the cuticula Cell Perfector technology for optimum replenishment of the hair surface with the cortex Cell Perfector technology to rebuild the hair structure deep inside the hair cells. The range comprises the hair care range of Smooth Perfect for unruly, coarse hair; Repair Rescue for damaged hair; Color Freeze for color-treated and bleached hair; Moisture Kick for dry hair; Volume Boost for fine hair; Time Restore for mature hair, and Hair Activator for thinning hair.

MRP: `3000 to `750

Indola INNOVA’S COLOUR SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER are loaded with

PANTENE Pro-Vitamin Hair Oil is instilled

with an almond oil formula which gives your hair 24-hour nourishment. Its non-sticky nourishing quality infuses the hair with strength and prevents hair fall.

Pantene’s Pro-V oil promises to nourish your hair and prevent the stickiness altogether.

MRP: `68 for 95 ml

the goodness of Gemstone extracts, UV-filter, Hydrolysed Keratin and Apricot Kernel Oil. Both the products gently smoothen and detangle the shampooed hair while preserving up to 90 per cent colour intensity wash after wash. The ‘Gemstone’ extracts to add that extra sheen to your coloured hair, delivering intense repair to the chemically-treated hair, and a UV protector that keeps the colour from fading in the sun even after 30 washes.

MRP: Shampoo and conditioner `149 for M 100 ml and Treatment `249 for 100 ml

Garnier Fructis TRIPLE NUTRITION SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER is enriched

with the goodness of three oils - olive, almond and coconut along with fruit vitamins Triple Nutrition nourishes and strengthens the hair from scalp, through lengths to tips, leaving hair stronger, shiny and manageable. This range has been specifically developed for Indian women and has a beautiful fragrance. The conditioner can be applied on both hair and scalp.

MRP: Shampoo `69 for 80ml, `135 for 175ml and `230 for 340ml; Conditioner `70 for 80ml, `135 for 175ml

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COLOUR CODE

L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL REVEALS ITS ‘COOLER’ SIDE WITH MAJIREL COOL COVER

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ith 30 years of legendary colour expertise to its credit, Majirel from L’Oréal Professionnel introduces yet another range of colours—Cool Cover, a “cool” new range of hair colour with cooler reflects, deeper tones and ultraneutralising abilities.

THE UBIQUITOUS ‘COOL’ TONE TREND

Whether it’s at the latest fashion shows, in cosmetics, or on celebrities, cool tones —in blue, khaki, browns and metallic shades are the burgeoning trend world over this season. The Cool Colour trend refers to hues that have a calm, understated, bluish green reflect as opposed to a warm, fiery undertone.

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MAGNETIC MOCHA

Majirel Cool Cover 6.8 & 8.8

THE ‘COOL’ TREND: NOW FOR YOUR HAIR WITH MAJIREL COOL COVER

This November, L’Oréal Professionnel introduces Majirel Cool Cover, 100 per cent Majirel, but with a new colour result, Cool reflects and ultra neutralisation. Just like Majirel, Cool Cover continues to give you accurate, true to tone results each time and cares for hair inside and out, with Inoene G and Incell technology.

What’s even more exciting about Majirel Cool Cover, is the introduction of a new reflect : 0.8 (Mocha). A unique calibration of mahogany, iridescent, ash, green and gold that results in a cool brown that is extremely flattering on Indian skin tones.

The Majirel Cool Cover palette inclusive of 9 shades, ranging from Mochas to Golds to Ashes will let you offer your clients today’s most on-trend hue!

HAIR COLOUR TO SUIT INDIVIDUAL SKIN TONES

Ever wondered why not everyone looks great in a yellow, or why not everyone can carry off reddish copper hair just the same way? The answer lies in the fact that, each of us naturally have a certain undertone in our skin that complements some colours and just looks wrong with others. To put it simply, each of us either has a warm skin undertone or a cool skin undertone.

People with warm undertones usually, look great in warm colours like red,

ALLURING ASH

Majirel Cool Cover 7.1

orange, olive, or yellow gold. Those with cooler skin tones, can carry off light pink, blue, white, silver and blacks much better.

And so just like with apparels, certain hair colours suit certain skin tones much better than others.

THE CONSULTATION PROCESS

Not everyone who colours their hair is aware of how to choose a shade that suits them, and that’s where the expertise of a trained colourist comes in. As with every service offered to a client, for hair colour too, the consultation process is key in deciding what shade and style will suit them. Ask your client’s about their independent fashion choices, the colours they normally choose for their outfits, about their jewelry preferences, and of course about their lifestyles. These will all lead to clues about what colours will compliment the individual type. yp

Quick tip: Observe serve the nt jewelry your client d is wearing— Gold looks good on warm skin tones, whereas silver suits those with cooler skin tones. Very rarely will you find someone who can carry ver with both gold and silver the same ease.

GLORIOUS GOLD

Majirel Cool Cover 6.3 & Diarichesse 8.31

MAJIREL COOL COVER: FALL FOR THE NEW HAIR COLOUR TREND

Offer your clients a hair colour service with these new shades using techniques that will help you achieve a beautiful colour result.

Magnetic Mocha: Intense and captivating, this look of blended shades of chocolate, uses the ombre technique that results in gradual shading from dark to light.

Alluring Ash: Effortless, cool and natural looking, the ash reflects placed in blocks give hair a deep yet subtle hue.

Glorious Gold: The gold reflects in this look, create depth and movement especially on longer hairstyles. The cool tones of gold, amp up the glam factor in this highlighting technique.

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HAIR /Runway report

Hero Product

Moroccanoil Treatment (and Treatment Light for finer hair) transforms tresses into a hairstylist’s dream.

Inter-roamin’

MOROCCANOIL LEAD STYLIST MALCOLM EDWARDS INTERWEAVES STRANDS FIT FOR A WEALTHY WANDERING SPIRIT AT TEMPERLEY LONDON. —KARIE L. FROST

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Dream Weaver French braids provide an interesting detail to the design.

PIERS MACDONALD FOR MOROCCANOIL

h, to be rich and know no bounds (by money, at least) to where you can go: That’s the life of the Temperley London girl. “She’s a cool, rich bohemian. A world traveler and carefree spirit, she has a naïve approach to her beauty care,” notes Moroccanoil Lead Stylist Malcolm Edwards. She can pack as much as she wants (extra baggage charges be damned!), but in Edwards’ eyes, she just might travel light and desire a look that’s a cinch in a pinch. Though “carefree” and “naïve” in attitude, this roaming beauty wears a hairstyle that seems sophisticated in its execution: two French plaits interweave to relaxed perfection. Still, Edwards believes the look is breezy, even if it does take more steps to complete than an unaffected beauty would dare to do. “It’s both youthful and playful—simplistic with a little detail of interest,” he explains.

After prepping mid-lengths to ends with Moroccanoil Treatment (moroccanoil.com), which Edwards notes is “essential to give the hair shine and manageability,” he runs a palm-size sphere of Volumizing Mousse into the damp hair from roots to ends. Combing the products through for even distribution, he follows with a blow-out using the Ionic Ceramic Round Brush. Even though he’s setting up the style for various braids, Edwards whips out a curling iron and whirls hair around the front of the face “just at the roots for more sexy definition and to frame the face.” A low side part gives way to two sections, both of which he accents with French braids that follow the crown of the girl’s head.

“The braids should start tight at the top and then get looser,” Edwards explains. Once he joins the two braids together into a loose side plait (either woven into a three-strand braid or twisted into a rope—a wanderer must have flexibility!), he mists the look with Luminous Hairspray Strong followed by Glimmer Shine spray—the former for hold, the latter for that extra kick of shine. With hair secured and plaits in place, this traveler’s ready to roam.

HAIR /Runway Report

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Modernity

L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL ARTIST AMIT ABRAHAM PAYS HOMAGE TO TIBETAN CULTURE WITH AN ULTRAMODERN BOX BRAID. — KARIE L. FROST

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: ARUN NEVADER/GETTY IMAGES; ROCKY LUTEN (2)

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ibhu (Mohapatra) wanted to explore the Tibetan culture,�

L’OrĂŠal Professionnel Artist Amit Abraham says backstage at the designer’s fall fashion show. “The Tibetan monks, the colors, the fabrics, the patterns—all of it is so beautiful.â€?

Naturally, Abraham wants to convey the culture’s mystical beauty via the hairstyle as well, and he’s doing so by weaving “a modern interpretation of a traditional Tibetan braiding—where hair is an expression of beauty, wealth and prosperity.�

When Abraham says modern, he means it: The sleek look features two sharp, graphic partings; seemingly oating panels of hair; and enough twists and turns to provoke a closer inspection.

To begin, he adds density to the hair with L’OrĂŠal Professionnel Volumetry Root Spray (lpsalons.com) prior to blowing it into a smooth sheet. Abraham then divides the hair into three sections— left, middle, and right—and drenches them in InďŹ nium 3 Hairspray. “I’m really using this more as a liquid than a spray. When you use it really wet, it allows you to have high shine without adding thickness,â€? he explains. He carefully brushes each section straight back, making sure the hair is perfectly placid, and then secures each with an elastic (later to be cut out right before the girls hit the runway) at the occipital bone, “not the nape!â€? he exclaims. Abraham pauses and then stresses that this decision alone makes all the dierence. “It’s just more modern,â€? he allows.

From there, he begins the arduous task of box-braiding: Abraham splits the middle ponytail into two sections, and then begins weaving the two side ponytails into what becomes a four-strand braid. “It takes more than one person to do it,â€? he admits. Once the braid is complete, he wraps it into a circular bun and leaves the ends splaying “like a splash of hair.â€? A few sprays of Freezing Mist lock down a look that Abraham surprisingly sums up as “simpleâ€?— which only takes four hands and ďŹ ve products to perfect!

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HAIR /Focus

TAKE CARE

of your

coloured tresses WHEN IT COMES TO HAIR COLOUR, SEVERAL MYTHS AND WORRIES CROP UP. BUT NOW IT’S TIME TO BRUSH OFF THESE MYTHS AND SHOW OFF YOUR COLOURED MANE. MATRIX COLOR AMBASSADOR AND TV STAR DRASHTI DHAMI SHARES HER HAIR COLOUR TIPS FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON.

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fter getting a stunning Caramel Twist hair makeover from MATRIX, Drashti Dhami is here to share some tips on colouring and maintaining that coloured hair. The Drashti way is to change your hair colour and show off a wearable and stunning look.

Colour your hair at the Salon: Changing hair colour can go wonderfully right or horribly wrong. That’s why I recommend getting your hair coloured at a Salon by a professional stylist. An at-home colouration will not give the same results! In addition, an in-salon colouration followed by professional styling will leave hair red carpet ready.

Choose the right shade according to your skin tone: Be sure to consult with your stylist

first, to select a hair colour that matches your skin tone. The right shade can beautifully complement and enhance one’s features. A professional stylist has the expertise to identify the skin tone and can suggest a shade that best suits your skin tone, personality and profession.

Maintain and protect that freshly coloured mane: Proper aftercare is necessary to maintain your coloured tresses. Use a shampoo and conditioner specifically developed for colour treated hair to protect the colour’s richness, vibrancy and shine. The right home-care products and in-salon treatments ensure perfectly vibrant, shiny and glowing hair throughout the season.

Ultimately, your hair color is an expression of your personality so it is worthwhile to put in a little effort to maintain it.

Before the festive season arrives, rush to your nearest salon and ask your stylist for a MATRIX hair color makeover

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I opt for the in-salon MATRIX Colorcare therapie BIOSPA Service every two weeks to maintain my Caramel Twist color!

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HAIR /Trendspotting

This wedding season

Go glam with

Bed Head

TIGI

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WITH THE WEDDING SEASON AROUND THE CORNER, COMES THE TASK OF LOOKING YOUR BEST NOT ONLY WITH YOUR ATTIRE BUT ALSO YOUR HAIR AND MAKE-UP. WHEN YOU CAN FOLLOW THE LATEST TRENDS ON FASHION, MAKE-UP AND ACCESSORIES, WHY LEAVE HAIRSTYLING BEHIND?

THE MESSY BUN

OR SPORTING A REGULAR BUN

Prep-up your hair with Totally Baked or a Superstar Queen For A Day(texture) which adds volume and keeps your texture intact (that is if your hair is wavy, curly or straight it would just accentuate your texture). Divide your hair into three horizontal sections.

Tie your hair in a ponytail and tuck the ends of the first two sections into the ponytail holder. Pin the last section around all of them.

EVERY ALTERNATE WEDDING AND

ROMANTIC SIDE BUN

BREAK THE MONOTONY OF JUST BLOW-DRYING YOUR HAIR

TRY THESE FIVE DIY HAIRDOS SIMPLIFIED BY AUDREY DSOUZA, TECHNICAL EDUCATOR, TIGI. THE MESSY BUN, ROMANTIC SIDE BUN, WAVY LOOSE CURLS, BEACHY MESSY WAVES AND A FISHTAIL ARE HERE TO INSPIRE A ‘NEW YOU’ THIS WEDDING SEASON.

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Attain this classic hairstyle in three easy steps. Apply Totally Baked on mid-lengths and ends of your hair and Superstar Queen For A Day on the roots for volume and to keep your texture intact. Tease your hair all over the upper half of the head using Sugar Dust and backcomb. Make sure there is more teasing toward the sides of your head. Secure the hair with elastic in a mid-low side ponytail couple of inches behind your ear. Roll up and pin.

WAVY LOOSE CURLS

Use Foxy Curls Mousseor Totally Baked for texture and spray Superstar Queen For A Day for a root lift. Tie your hair in the way it falls naturally and spray Masterpiece and tuck it in sections. Secure them with U pins. Dry your hair well while it is set in sections.

You now have loose wavy curls. You can repeat this action the following day and if you feel your roots are greasy, applyDirty Secret Dry Shampoo.

BEACHY MESSY WAVES

Perfect tousled beachy waves can be achieved by using Sugar Shock on your mid-lengths and ends and Superstar Queen For A Day on the roots which gives you the extra oomph. Before you go to sleep, use a curling wand at some sections or all over depending on the amount of curls you want and spray Masterpiece.

When you wake up you will have perfect beachy waves to flaunt

LOOSE BRAID PONYTAIL OR FISHTAIL

Prep your hair with Superstar Queen For A Day on the roots to add volume and Totally Baked on mid-lengths and ends of your hair to keep the texture intact. Start making a fishtail braid by using Hard To Get for extra texture and support.

Divide your hair into two large sections, parting straight down the middle. Pull a thin strand of hair from the outside of the left section. Pull it over the top of the left section, and grasp it under the right section. In other words, the strand of hair has gone over the left section and finishes under the right section. Continue this drill thrice and tie the rest of your hair in a ponytail. There, you have mastered the art of tying a fishtail with a loose ponytail.

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HAIR /Solutions

PAUL MITCHELL’S

Strength Spa Experience YOU ARE STRONG! YOU WORK HARD, YOU RARELY TAKE REST, YOU ARE DETERMINED. BUT YOU HAVE LITTLE TIME FOR YOUR HAIR. GET YOUR STRANDS BACK IN SHAPE WITH STRENGTH SPA EXPERIENCE FROM PAUL MITCHELL.

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trengthen hair upto 50 per cent with Paul Mitchell Strength Spa that features mineral rich Super Strong Complex. Formulated with proteins, amino acids and lipids, gets deep into the cortex to rebuild the internal structure of your damaged hair.

The goodness of Nettle - Wild Cherry Bark extract and herbal extracts like the Moringa seed have proven to protect hair from environmental pollution and UV damage, thus providing the added strength and conditioning that your hair always craves for.

Freeing anxiety comes with Super Strong Daily Shampoo that gently cleanses and repairs damaged hair. This builds a mild relationship with the hair cortex, along with massage at the most sensitive touch-points.

Super Strong Treatment rebuilds and restores hair against damage. An experience that leaves the temptation hair-bound! Boosting hair with over 90 per cent increase in strength happens with Super Strong Liquid Treatment that repairs from inside out and seals split ends.

The products used in this spa have colour safe surfactants that gently cleanses and rejuvenates.

Therefore show o your strong side with the Paul Mitchell Take Home Strength Kit that includes Super Strong Daily Shampoo and Super Strong Daily Conditioner, as Being Strong is good!

Being spectacular strong is the best!

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SOIREE Celebrate the return of the runway bride, as Pammy Kaul, Schwarzkopf Professional Creative Hair Ambassador, recreates the poise and charm of an unconventional bride with her majestic up-do’s. Get inspired to emulate the styles with her crisp detailing of the individual looks. In the words of Kaul, “The trend verdict for a 2014 bride is, all big hair, lots of concentration on volume, backcombing and high up do’s.”

Make-up & Hair: PAMMY KAUL Photography : ASHISH CHAWLA Styling: DHWANI Styling Assistant: PARIDHI BATRA

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DETAILING THE CREATION Hair were backcombed, OSIS Mousse was used at the roots. Hair were all put up with the usage of lots of OSIS Freeze (Strong hold spray). The hair do was ďƒžnished with OSIS Fix- Sparkler for that sparkling shine.

Crisp shirt, Zara. `1,990 Embroidered skirt, Dozakh, `95,000 Gold headgear, Apala by Sumit, price on request Umbrella earrings, Apala by Sumit, price on request Multiple necklace, Aetee by Ankita Tiwari, `6,400 Hand harness, Aetee by Ankita Tiwari, `5,900 b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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OSIS Flex wax, ultra strong texture cream was used for that natural, non greasy shine nish in the front area. Hair were parted in two sections and backcombed lightly to give body to hair. Loose plaits were created and twirled around each other, pulling every third weave of plait, to create a messy look.

Red hair ber were placed between plaits randomly and wrapped around each other creating a bun. Lot of OSIS Freeze (No 3) Spray was used and the hair were teased with ‘Dust It’ to give body and messy look

Tasseled dupatta, Peacock Bride

by Falguni & Shane Peacock Woolen jacket, Shashank & Prajwal, `32,000 Silver and polki earcuffs, Apala

by Sumit, price on request Silver ring, Apala by Sumit, price on request

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Hair were all crimped at the bottom.

Flatliner Iron Serum was used to protect hair. Horse shoe sectioning was taken. One third of hair were rufďƒ&#x;ed and made to sit in a bun and gripped tightly. The left hair covered the bun lightly pinned, covering a section of forehead. Hair were lightly sprayed with Sparkling Shine from Osis.

Embroidered mesh anarkali, Peacock Bride

by Falguni & Shane Peacock, `1,25,000 Fur coat, Zara, `9,990 Stone and crystal mangtika, Aetee by Ankita Tiwari, `2,900 b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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Hair were parted in two sections from ear to ear.

The front section was all dusted with Dust it(Osis) at the roots and worked well into hair backcombed at the roots for volume. The front part was then divided into two parts, the back part was backcombed well and put into a bun, tugging with bobby pins to create shape.

The front section was then sprayed with Freeze ( Osis) and neatly combed over the bun to cover the entire front area. The back portion of hair was turned into a chignon, adding the front hair as well.

Peplum jacket, Maoshh, `12,600 Net skirt, Maoshh, `10,800 Net dupatta, Peacock Bride

by Falguni & Shane Peacock, `1,25,000 (anarkali set) Pearl hairband, Zara, `1,690 Pearl jhoomar, Apala by Sumit, price on request Pearl neckpiece, Zara, `1,990 Leg cuffs used as armlet, Forever 21, `609 b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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Side parting was taken, hair were combed neatly back and from left, right section was neatly combed and made to cover the forehead a little. All hair were gathered and put into a high ponytail, making the ends of ponytail sit on the crown area to create a nest. Freeze OSIS was used to keep hair in place ending with Sparkling shine from OSIS.

Laser cut gown, Shashank & Prajwal, `65,000 Multiple strand headgear, Aetee

by Ankita Tiwari, `3,900 Temple earrings, Apala by Sumit, price on request

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With a middle parting taken out, the hair were neatly brushed behind right ear and put into a ponytail. Hair were sprinkled with Dust it, worked well into hair to keep them in place, loosely backcombed and made into 4 plaits and edges were pulled out for messy texture.

Plaits were then wrapped loosely around each other and gripped with bobby pins to take the shape of a loose bun. Ending with Sparkling shine from OSIS

Embroidered zip front blouse, Maoshh, `7,200 Crystal studded gold headgear, Aetee by Ankita Tiwari, `4,200 Crystal studded silver headgear, Aetee by Ankita Tiwari, `4,400 Stone ring, Apala by Sumit, price on request

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With hair all gathered up at the apex, ponytail was created and messed up. False hair were added and wrapped around the ponytail. Hair were then parted into six different sections, then wrapped into big and small shapes and made to sit tightly on the original hair. Hair were dusted with OSIS Dust It and edges played around with.

A complete asymmetrical look was achieved .

Turtle neck top, Forever 21, `1,369 Silk chanderi sari, Maoshh, `17,400 Over-sized blazer, Zara, `5,990 Nose clip, Apala by Sumit, price on request Elephant neckpiece, Forever 21, `769 Spiked cuffs, Apala by Sumit, price on request Models: Desislava & Marina from Auraa Models, Helena from Sara Model Agency and Lucia from Sky Models & Event Management

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With a middle parting, hair were made to cover the ears. Two sections were then taken out and made into ponytails. One was backcombed and a messy bun was created using Mess Up from OSIS. The other ponytail was divided into 6 sections, 3 were plaited and 3 were coated with for clean looks. The plaits were very neatly covered with Flex Wax Osis. The loose ponytails were wrapped around the messy low chignon alternately with the neat plaits. The edges were left loose and messed with Mess Up from Osis Cropped top, Forever 21, `619 Net lehenga, Neha & Sahil, `60,000 Net dupatta, Neha & Sahil, `35,000 Nose ring, Apala by Sumit, price on request Kundan necklace, Apala by Sumit, price on request Multistrand kundan and stone necklace, Apala

by Sumit, price on request Kalgi ring, Apala by Sumit, price on request Wreath style headgear, Aetee by Ankita Tiwari, `3,900 b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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Bride to be...

TO CELEBRATE THE WEDDING SEASON BEAUTY LAUNCHPAD INDIA BRINGS TWO GORGEOUS BRIDES ALONG WITH EXCLUSIVE INSIGHTS ABOUT THEIR LOOK STRAIGHT FROM THEIR CREATORS THEMSELVES

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Prerna Khullar, make-up artist based out of Jalandar, Punjab extends her services nationwide. Her expertise is bridal make-up, but with an outlook to learn and grow as an artist, leads her to dip her brushes in fashion now and then. Her forte remains strong at make-up and hair styling and it is through this that she intends to create an alternative perspective on beauty and grooming in the world. The knack to experiment and urge to learn make up professionally drove her to her first professional training under Dominic Cruz from L.A. After some experience under her belt, she went to further get trained under Gorgeous Cosmetics, Australia.

“Every woman is beautiful, it is mostly about the dedication to bring out the beauty”, shares Khullar.

The look for the bride — Shirin Mann, was created keeping in mind that firstly it was a daytime wedding, hence, she was given a bright lip colour that would stand her out. Considering her outfit was in a pastel shade and sunkissed, eyeshadows more of earthy hues were used on the lids.

GET THE LOOK Use a wipe to clean the face and use a toner after that. After about 30 seconds, appy a moisturiser followed by a primer .

Then start with the eyes and using a variation of eyeshadows (earthy and sunkissed shades) and top it with a beautiful MAC gel liner and kohl. Finish the eyes with Lancôme mascara and beautiful luscious lashes to go with.

Go back to the face and conceal the discoloured and uneven areas of the face and finish with a foundation. Towards the end, seal the base with a compact.

Contour the face, add a hint of color through the blush and lite up the face by using a highlighter on five points of the face.

Add a beautiful lip color to pop the lips and give a brilliant finish to the look.

Finish the entire look with make-up fixing spray.

STEPS TO THE HAIRDO Hair was side parted, since the bride wanted to carry a passa along with a tikka. The hair were taken back a give her a bun on her nape with fixers and a beautiful design.

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‘Make-up must feel like second skin or else it ain’t make-up’ is what Samaanta Dwivedi believes in. Her tryst with make-up started off in a totally different manner. About four years ago, she did a diploma in Optometry (the study of the eyes) but suddenly felt like she was in the wrong field. So she did a course in make-up from a student of Bharat & Dorris Godambe at Mumbai. Later she went ahead and worked at MAC Cosmetics for one and a half years.

“Asmira Saxena’s wedding was fixed for January 2014 with a ring ceremony, sangeet, wedding and a reception in the list of functions. We discussed all the looks individually keeping her attire and personal style in mind. Thankfully she was open to experimenting with hair extensions, curls, and updo’s.

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For her make-up, I knew that I wanted to give her matte red lips. So the eyes had to be slightly toned down.

I used a MAC Pigment in Old Gold which had a gorgeous green undertone to balance out the gold. At the outer corners, I applied MAC Coppering (a rust shade) and MAC Carbon (a matte black) and blended it up until her crease to add some depth to her eyes.

As a highlighter on the brow bones, I used MAC Ricepaper (a shimmery gold colour). MAC Smolder was used as kajal and liner and smudged to give a smokey effect. For the lips, my favourite MAC Russian red was used over MAC Brick lip pencil. Asmira has a pretty decent skin with a few spots here and there. So I used MAC Studio Fix Fluid foundation and then covered her under eyes with Kryolan

concealer and set it with an Inglot loose powder. I used Benefit Hoola to sculpt the hollows of her cheekbones, Bobbi Brown Pink Quartz highlighter brick to highlight her T zone and high planes of her face and MAC Peachykeen blush on the apples of her cheeks,” added Samaanta while deatiling the look.

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NEW BEGININGS

WITH YOUR WEDDING AROUND, THERE CAN BE A THOUSAND STRESSES’ RULING OVER YOUR MIND, LEADING YOU TO RUN FROM PILLAR TO POST. PUTTING A DETERMENT END TO THIS ENDLESS STRUGGLE, FORMER BOLLYWOOD ACTOR, KIM SHARMA HAS STARTED A CONCEPT COMPANY,

BY BRINGING IT ALL TO A ONE STOP DESTINATION— LIAISON. HAVING LAUNCHED HER FIRST CENTRE IN KENYA, FOLLOWED BY ONE IN DUBAI A YEAR BACK, THE BUDDING ENTREPRENEUR HAS NOW MADE HER WAY IN INDIA, WITH THE FIRST IN MUMBAI. BEAUTY LAUNCHPAD INDIA GETS IN A ONE ON ONE WITH SHARMA TO UNWRAP THE COMPLETE STORY. — BY SOHANI DOGRA

approach themselves both physically and emotionally.

Rating the Indian Wedding Industry

Initiating the Business

I have been doing this for a while but more on a personal level, it has always been extended to friends and family. The reason I decided to start a professional company is that I first hand witnessed a brides day go horribly wrong because of complete lack of knowledge and guidance.

There are many professionals in this business who are no doubt good and experienced, however, sadly with the term ‘celebrity’ becoming so rampant, certain professionals fail to give time, energy and dedication to a client that may not get them any media mileage.

To avoid this, Liaison offers through its vast vendor list and personal relationship, all the importance and time that a bride deserves before her big day. I also feel change needs to be lifestyle related and not for a day or a week. This is where I hope to give the girls knowledge and advice that they can apply, build upon and therefore change the basic structure of how they

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The rise in affluence has transformed the typical Indian wedding into a lavish affair. Every little thing, from the venue, to the decoration, to the food, has to be the best. In an Indian wedding, everyone just spends and does not think of returns. Every manufacturer and retailer involved with marriage related goods eagerly awaits the season to push business. With each passing decade the Indian weddings are attracting more and more grandeur.

Approximate expenditure

Liaison offers and guaranties the clients a one on one connect with the professionals of their choice, besides that, a one on one with me guides them on whether they need to take a certain route viz a via grooming or not. The approximate expenditure attached to the all round services is ` 3,00,000 upwards depending on the services.

Journey of a client at Liaison

Liaison is where brides blossom and young professionals learn a thing or two about serious spit and polish.

Predominantly a bridal grooming and consultancy service, ‘Liaison’ by Kim Sharma is also so much more. The establishment is my gift to everyone who wants more and needs assistance with a roadmap for positive change.

From hair and beauty solutions to fashion and photography, ‘Liaison’ is the door that leads you in the direction

of experts and services that will unveil a new you, thereby offering you an insider’s view to tried-and-tested services that have, so far, been the secret of the stars.

Professionals Associated

The thought behind putting my team of vendors together was combining the best in every field related to beauty, specifically bridal, but again using my personal experience and results with very specific people in the specialised fields of hair, skin and beauty. From experiencing skin sessions by Dr. Trasi and Dr. Dinyar to fitness consultations by Zarine Watson to other professionals in clothes, hair, make-up, once you engage with Liaison, I personally then work on getting all the appointments for my clients in place.

DIY tips for a regular bride

Marriage is a huge change and one needs to be ready for it by not just looking beautiful on that one day. There is no pause button here, therefore one must be completely equipped and ready physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually to take on this journey. Having said that, personal grooming is about presenting yourself in the best possible way. Grooming begins with personal hygiene and keeping yourself clean. Grooming yourself by being neat and clean all the time is important.

Expansion Plans

The ultimate dream would be to have a Liaison presence in most of the cities in India and strategic cities abroad as well. We currently focus on brides and their grooms if need be. In the future men and women in general is the market we want to capture.

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Enrich thou self GET PREPPED UP TO PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD WHILE PAMPERING YOURSELF INSIDE OUT BEFORE YOUR WEDDING DAY, AS BEAUTY LAUNCHPAD INDIA LISTS FOR YOU SOME OF THE BEST RATED THERAPIES TO EVOKE AND CALM YOUR SENSES JUST THE RIGHT WAY.

DUSIT DEVARAANA, DEVRAANA SPA

Devarana Signature Hammam This bridal season, indulge yourself in this traditional hammam experience. Though inspired by traditions that have been cherished for centuries, Devarana Spa embellishes it with a much more modern day treatment methodology. The Hammam is long considered the ultimate in relaxation and helps promote tranquillity, healing and detoxiďŹ cation. Involves a warm natural pure liquid olive oil soap and exfoliation, which releases built up stress and toxins. The treatment is culminated with the Rhassoul clay and Pure Argan oil, which leaves the skin soft and supple.

Duration: 75 minutes MRP: `6500+ per person

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Happily Ever After(for bride) Transform into the radiant bride you have always dreamt of being with this special spa treatment which includes; bridal make-up, pre-bridal services, 2 skin enhancement facials, body ubtan, a choice of Balinese Asmanaraga or Aromatherapy Massage(4 times), Cleopatra Milk Bath twice, Gentle skin polisher twice. The Balinese Asmanaraga massage involves traditional Balinese methods to work on muscles and nerve pathways to encourage blood circulation and reduce stress. Specially blended aromatic essential oils of Ylang Ylang and Jasmine reinstate peace of mind with their unique antiseptic and soothing qualities. Aromatherapy, eases tension to lull you into an aromatic repose. It is enhanced with divine essential oils that release their healing properties into the skin to balance your body and mind, restoring a feeling of well-being.

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BLLIIS BY RAVISSANT

The Radiant Bride package Every bride wants to look perfect on her D-day. This package is specially designed for the bride to feel pampered a few days prior to her wedding and in order to the same, the package includes, the Blliis signature facial, Anti cellulite body brush treatment, hair experience ritual, full body wax, face and back bleach, custom manicure and pedicure.

Duration: 7hrs MRP: `21,300 + taxes SIX SENSES SPA

Bride and Groom to be This is a truly personalised package, where both the bride and groom can be pampered and groomed in the run up to their big day. Preparing the couple for their journey together, the spa package is customised keeping in mind the wedding season and includes, a Signature Couples Hammam, Ladies Nature’s Most Pure Facial/Gentleman’s Facial, Six Senses Signature Massage-50 minutes each, Six Senses Signature Body Wraps, Spa Manicure and Spa Pedicure - 80 mins, hair apa therapy, make-up trial and waxing and/or bleach service.

Duration recommended: Start one month prior to the wedding MRP: `74,528 ( `37,264 per person) BLUSH CLINICS

The Signature Bridal Ritual The Blush signature bridal ritual includes a de-tanning ritual, a natural exfoliant, a hydrating body massage and a detoxifying body pack followed by a hair ritual. Special attention is also paid to the hands and feet, making them henna-ready and beautiful.

Lastly, the emphasis is laid on the face with a pampering facial that improves skin tone, texture and suppleness.

Duration: 4hrs MRP: `12,000

JIVA GRANDE SPA, VIVANTA BY TAJ SURAJKUND

Sringaar Indulge in the Sringaar, a signature Jiva experience, designed especially for the brideto-be. The initiation ritual sets the mood for what is to follow. Relax as the therapists unfold the wedding traditions. A paste of royal ingredients is applied on the body, restoring sparkle and angelic softness to the skin. A royal bath with milk and rose petalsis offered and is followed by a soothing and calming aromatherapy massage.

Capture a serene mood as you soak in the luxury of a hot water bath. The concluding ritual will bring out your inner radiance transforming you into the princess you are meant to be.

Duration: 2hrs MRP: `9,500 + taxes

THE IMPERIAL SALON

The Signature Bride’s Journey Offering a luxurious relaxation experience, the Imperial Salon offers a perfect bridal journey for the brides-to-be along with the family and the groom. The four weeks journey is designed to reduce stress and make all appear relaxed and beautiful on the big day. The package is divided into four weeks; the first week includes—One detoxifying back raga and one Natura Bisse facial, week 2—one Kerastase signature hair ritual, week 3—one enriching back treatment and one Natura Bisse facial and the week 4 comprises of a Kerastase hair experience ritual, the Imperial manicure and pedicure, threading, waxing, hair styling and make-up.

Duration: Spread over 4 weeks MRP: `38,300 INR with 20 percent package discount + taxes

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BRIDAL /Focus

WITH ALL EYES TRAINED ON YOU, ENSURE YOUR SKIN IS LOOKING NOTHING LESS THAN RADIANT ON YOUR BIG DAY! NATURALLY, EVERY BRIDE GLOWS WITH FEELINGS OF LOVE AND EXCITEMENT ON THEIR SPECIAL DAY BUT INNER STRESS AND ANXIETY CAN ALWAYS CREATE HAVOC FOR SOME. HOWEVER RADIANT WEDDING-DAY SKIN TAKES A LITTLE MORE PLANNING AND SURELY LOT OF EFFORT. IN THE LEAD UP TO THE BIG EVENT, STRESS CAN ALSO AFFECT YOUR HORMONAL BALANCE WHICH MAY LEAD TO PESKY BREAKOUTS AND RASHES. TO RESOLVE THESE PROBLEMS DR DEEPALI BHARDWAJ SUGGESTS SIX-WEEK INTENSIVE PRE-NUPTIAL PLAN FOR SMOOTHEST AND MOST RADIANT SKIN EVER.

WEEK 1 – DIET

A healthy and clean diet needs to be on top of your priorities list if you want beautifully youthful skin. The diet I put bridesto-be on is strict but really affective: no caffeine, alcohol, sugar, dairy, and no processed foods. But there are plenty of things you can have like loads of vegetables as they are high in fibre, help circulation, support skin’s elasticity and give you the antioxidants to kill free radicals in the body for that feel-good factor” And don’t forget hydration. I recommend 4-5 litres of water a day, especially if you are about to introduce exercise and sweating it out too besides your regular work routine.

Water is the best thing for beautifully dewy soft skin as it helps the body flush out toxins, hormones and by-products.”

WEEK 2 – EXERCISE

A variety of cardio workouts are an absolute must in your 6-week plan. Exercise tightens the skin, creates muscle tone and stimulates mood enhancers which make us feel good. A great way to lose body fat and bring out muscle mass is through running, boxing, skipping, swimming (preferably in saltwater pools), and Zumba.

Do 45-60 minutes of cardio and strength training atleast 5-6 days a week.

WEEK 3&4 – BODY BRUSHING

A really important part of this skin-beautiful plan is body brushing as it stimulates the lymphatic system, exfoliates the surface of the skin and prevents ingrown hairs. To help the body get rid of toxins, fatigue and water retention, use a firm natural bristle brush once a day first thing in the morning before having a shower.

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Start at the toes and work your way up the legs, concentrating on the pelvic area where there are a lot of lymph nodes. Move up to the tummy area doing clockwise circular movements, up around the breast tissue and then from hands to the heart area.

Also you can do this alternatively with full body oil massage and oil can be any like coconut oil, olive oil, sesame oil, almond oil,etc.

WEEK 5 – DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL

A facial can do wonders for skin clarity and tone, however it’s best to get one two weeks prior to the wedding day to allow for pimples and toxins that are just underneath the epidermis layer to come up and clear also, ensure you are going to a place which is healthy, hygienic, quality conscious and if possible chemical free and has a dermatologist. For all would be brides at my clinics I offer them hydrafacials, oxygen facials or glow vitamin C facials of which no facial has bleach/steam/any chemicals. Also maintain skin glow with correct sunscreen and night cream as per your skin requirements.

WEEK 6 – SALT SCRUB

A remineralising salt scrub is absolutely divine the week before the big day at a tried and tested spa only and also ONLY for body and not face.

“A good salt scrub uses organic products and should feel quite abrasive on the body. You can also use rock salt one tablespoon in your bathing bucket too.It’s the easiest and best way to invigorate the body as it shifts dead skin cells, increases circulation and oxygenates the blood for super glowing skin.”

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available in six pretty shades. Limited Collection is a fashion cosmetic range that brings beauty musthaves and trend-driven seasonal colour stories. It is perfect for those looking to experiment with new looks and everyday skin perfecting formulations.

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craftsmen — also his models at the show to display their artwork on the garments.

Keeping in tune with the summer favourite —barely there look, the make-up looks for most of the shows remained simple, without kohl. But giving a contrast to this, were the shows of designer’s—Rohit Bal, Anupama Dayal, Rajesh Pratap Singh which kept things minimalistic yet appealing with smokey effects doing the magic.

With flat falling hair, uptight and neat ponytails, detailed braids and effective buns creating spring/summer perfection on the runways, some eye catching and noteworthy hair do’s were spotted at the fashion week too.

The ingeniously constructed, Heidi roll uplifting the runway charm of

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et hands on with the conjuring trends, as if came naturally, on the runways of the recently concluded Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week spring/summer 2015. With sheers and colours taking over the drab winter pallets, the spring/summer runways were embraced with summer friendly fabrics, bidding adieu to the winter wools. Celebrating the freshness of the season, several designers participating in the fashion week created unmatched detailing with their usage of colours, embroideries, silhouettes, fabrics and striking accessories and headpieces at the five day fashion display in the capital.

Giving way to a head turning show at the fashion fiesta was the Rajesh Pratap Singh show, which flaunted the designer’s appreciation for the ubiquitous denim and his real

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BEAUTY/Runway report

Manish Gupta

Eka

Virtues by Viral Ashish Vikrant

Geisha Designs

GUTTER CREDITS

Payal Pratap

Poonam Dubey

Tarun Tahiliani

Malini Ramani

Pero by Aneeth Arora

Gauri & Nainika

Hemant & Nandita

Nachiket Barve

Payal Singhal Tanvi Kedia

The grand finale, held at Quli Khan’s tomb with Qutub Minar in placement as its resplendent backdrop, by Rohit Bal created a truly a larger than life set

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up. Bringing alive the true magic of the picturesque Kashmir valley and the iconic Mughal architecture, the Kashmiri designer presented his collection— ‘Gulbagh’. With the theme of the show reflecting in each and every element, the flower power also became the only form of accessory being used in the show.

Sticking to the perfectly mesmerising heavily kohled eyes, complemented with sleek and low key buns, the scented roses were entwined in the hair too, further adding to the drama.

Mesmerizing the audience, through a visual and musical spectacle, the event recreated the erstwhile court of the Mughals through flowers and live music with the powerful voice of the internationally acclaimed doyen of Indian classical music — Shubha Mudgal.

The Bollywood quotient at the show was maintained by Arjun Rampal walking the ramp for Rohit Bal, Aditi Rao Hydari as the showstopper for Payal Singhal, singer-actress Monica Dogra for Kanika Saluja and tennis star, Sania Mirza with her head turning appearance in designer Ritu Pande’s creation.

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by Kanika Saluja’s collections was seen in two different avatars, the ethereal combination with a braid and bun was showcased respectively at both the shows. Niharika Pandey’s collection was highlighted with the build up of a double bun detail further accentuated with accessories. The Ashish N Soni model perfectly displayed the artistry of a milkmaid braid along with a feather detail, making it couturesque, while the Kavita Bhartia ramp flaunted the dishevelled quiff in all its glory. Masaba Gupta’s fireworks with her Diwali pattaka and traditional silhouette collection for Fiami Di Wills was a reminiscent of the traditional Indian beauty staple, the gajra/ the flower garland seen completing the sheen of a neat centre part bun.

Hair accessories, floral, fabricated or just coloured turbans were seen doing the rounds on the Alpana Neeraj, Aneeth Arora, Nida Mahmood, Anupama Dayal and Tarun Tahiliani runways making up for the distinct hair looks of the season.

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Taking up the task to complement the various shows at the fashion gala were the marvels of MAC Cosmetics in the country— Director of Make-up Artistry, Mickey Contractor and Senior Artsist, Sonic Sarwate. Highlighting his take on the 2015 spring/summer trend, Contractor said, “The nude look will be very popular. The skin is given a natural glow, neither matte, nor shiny. The lips are also given a natural, dewy look. You could use a conditioner if need be.”

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Tarun Tahiliani Vivek Karunakaran

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Lending his expertise to the trend update for men, celebrity hairstylist, Rod Anker, says, “The male hair scene has been somewhat stagnant for a while and now we can comfortably say that we all know beards are in, cant we?

I for one, after a discussion with the other half decided to get the 2 day growth happening and have had it now for almost 12 months now, even though every 2 days I clipper it. Certainly easier than shaving daily, I promise you that!

I’m not about to shave patterns into it but the options are always there if I do get bored and want to have a little fun with the design.

In terms of hair, the combination of the ‘rugged’ or ‘rough’ together with the tailored look if done well looks cool. So a lot of guys are going very short with the perimeter of their hair, getting the hairline tapered giving it a very army like feel and keeping it longer at the top. Together with the facial hair the overall look gets counter balanced and complimented.

The hairlines are very tapered now and with even street style we don’t see the ‘lego man’ super straight hairlines.”

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HRX: Hrithik Roshan made his debut on the ramp with the fitness-inspired fashionwear HRX. Track pants, hoodies, printed tees and jersey dresses were the highlights of the collection. The female models sported an assortment of hairdos, from open waves to quirky updos and braids, as scarves were predominantly used in the hairstyling. The male models looked tough with their hoodies, bandanas and hats. The make-up for the girls was all about easy glamour, replete with shiny skin and oranges and reds for the lips. Hrithik made his appearance in smart casuals and well-groomed curls.

Fashion on the

FOREFRONT THE FIRST EDITION OF MYNTRA FASHION WEEKEND WITNESSED BEAUTY TRENDS AND READY-TO-WEAR STYLES THAT MAKE IT A WELCOME ADDITION TO MUMBAI’S FASHION EVENTS. — BY KANISHKA RAMCHANDANI

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otel Palladium at Lower Parel, Mumbai, was buzzing with fashionistas eager to get avglimpse of the hot trends on the ramp at the Myntra Fashion Weekend held from 3rd to 5th October, 2014. Initiated with the unique idea of showcasing prêt-a-porter designs directly to the consumers, the Fashion Weekend was a first-ofits-kind attempt by myntra.com. Bringing fashion designers, apparel brands, celebrities and consumers on the same platform, the Fashion Weekend hoped to give buyers direct access to the best from the world of fashion. Not only did the event offer an opportunity for consumers to learn what to wear this season and how to wear it, it also presented them with upcoming beauty trends.

Hairstyling was done by the b.blunt salon team, under the expert guidance of Creative Director, Adhuna Akhtar, while make-up was done by Natasha Nishchol and team of Fat Mu Academy. Let’s look at the trends that were played on the ramp at the Myntra Fashion Weekend.

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RINA DHAKA: The event opened with a delightful collection of bohemian and neo-ethnic line, curated by well-known designer, Rina Dhaka. Rina said, “I have personally curated a mix of designers’ work under one story head and this is what brings the Bohemian and Neo Ethnic trend alive.” The models sashayed down the ramp with a beautiful braided style that was woven around the head. The style was casual and it perfectly complemented the collection. Make-up added an element of flirtatiousness with hues like pink for the lips and turquoise for the eyes.

The showstopper Sushmita Sen, however, appeared in her trademark loose curls and au naturel make-up.

RAKESH AGARWAL: The designer ended Day 1 with his ‘Seduce not control’ collection. Marked with glitter and glam, the collection had sexy jackets, body suits and gowns. There was enough bling to fill up all your party nights and dare-to-bare glamour. The chic clothes were complemented with sleek updos and netted hair accessories fashioned in various shapes. Dark eye make-up with hint of glitter and smudged red lips underscore the drama.

STYLISTA.COM: Stylista.com curated collections by Masaba Gupta, Monica Dogra and Shivan and Narresh. Masaba’s collection had her trademark prints of varied objects like knife, bicycle and typewriter on monochromes with pop of colours on jumpsuits and shirts. Singer Monica Dogra made her fashion debut with ikat and Kashmiri prints on a collection that had frocks and maxis in comfy silhouettes. Shivan and Narresh presented a more relaxed semi-formal collection. Hairstyle was the fun and easy beach waves while makeup was luminous skin and pink lips with hues like turquoise and yellow used around the eyes.

PRIA KATAARIA PURI: Boho luxe resort wear was the theme of the designer’s show. The collection included chic trendy fun wear that ranged from crop tops, pants and skirts, flowing ponchos and saris with sultry cholis. The hairstyling and make-up was in sync with the designs. Flirty top knots added to the holiday spirit of the collection. The make-up was about luminous complexion with a hint of tan, glossy peach-pink lips and cat eyes with voluminous mascara. The showstoppers for the show were Malini Agarwal, Scherezade Shroff, Karishma Rajani, Aanam Chasmawala and Rhea Gupte. b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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AKI NARULA: Narula curated a collection that included five designer labels - Huemn, Ikai, Ka-Sha, Surendri and Quirk Box. The models flaunted sleek updos with twisted strands and multiple partings. The hair complemented both the western wear and Indian ethnic pieces of the collection. Make-up was once again creative with ample use of the red.

AMI PATEL: The collection curated

by Ami Patel was full of summery fun and casual edge. The hairstyle was inspired by baby doll ’dos that had braided coils and scarves worn as headgears. Make-up was creative, with lot of colourful designs around the eyes and with lips colours ranging from oranges to maroons. Kalki Koechelin and Cyrus Broacha were the showstoppers and were totally in their element at the show.

AND BY ANITA DONGRE: Ace designer Anita Dongre’s second brand AND had an applause-worthy show.

The AND Fall/Winter 14 collection was all about cool shorts, pants with geometric prints, unstructured jackets, body con dresses and maxis. The hair was sleek as it was pulled back in a ballerina bun. Some models also sported a bold fringe with this hairdo. As with the hair and the clothes, the make-up was classy – winged eyes and glossy lips.

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MIMAMO BY GLOBAL DESI: The Mimamo Autumn/Winter 14 collection by Global Desi was a fusion of rustic and glamorous. The synergy for this collection was drawn from Mithila, Madhubani and Mosaic elements. The collection included palazzos, pants, skirts, cropped tops, jumpsuits and jackets. Hairstyles were totally in sync with the vibrancy of the collection with hair knotted on the crown and braided with red extensions to give the models a rustic charm. The make-up was again creative with prominent use of red and orange pigments.

MEN’S HEALTH STYLE: The stylish menswear collection showcased some cool styles – from well-tailored suits to casual denim jackets, the array was a selective collection of Autumn/Winter trends for men. The hairstyling was polished as the models sported long but well-maintained hair and well-trimmed beards. The showstopper for this show was actor and singer Ali Zafar.

ELLE FRENCH FASHIONWEAR: The high fashion brand Elle presented its Autumn/ Winter 14 collection, which included jacquard denims, maxi dresses, herringbone dresses and houndstooth jackets as well as little black dresses.

Hair was sophisticated – side parting and pulled back in a low bun on the nape. The make-up was darker to suit the evening wear – dark smoky eyes and nude lips with hint of pink gloss. The showstopper was Diana Penty who sported a quiff and straight hair.

LITTLE MISTRESS, PAPER DOLLS AND GIRLS ON FILM: With clothes hand-picked by the gorgeous Lisa Haydon from these three newly-launched brands on myntra.com, the show was bound to be fabulous. The collection was a fun mix of floral skirts and tops, floor-grazing gowns, pants and short dresses. The mood was fun and flirty and the models flaunted looks that were in tune with the theme. Hair was intricately done – side parting with a twisted quiff sitting on top of the crown while the lengths flowed down the back in easy waves. The girliness of the collection was emphasised by the pinks used for make-up. Lisa Haydon stepped in as the showstopper in a floral maxi, long waves, bronze skin and dark bold lips. b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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Notes: The spicy vibrations of Green Cardamom embrace th tthee

energy of grapefruit together with the freshness of Bergamot tto o create the top notes. In the heart notes, a surprising twist of a cutting-edge molecule, the Cascalone, joins the boisé perfumee off the Cedarwood Atlas and the smoky leather notes of Cypriol, furtherly enhanced by a powerful scent of Lavander. The dry down note is a distinctivly intense essence thanks to the sensual scent of Benzoin and warm notes of Ambrox.

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Notes: In the top notes, the wild rose

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Notes: The fragrance unleashes N spicy, bright top notes with Vibrant sp piccy, b Spicy Tobacco, Amber Rum. The heart Spic Sp iccy T note is sophisticated, magnetic and mesmerizing consisting of Tuberose, Iris Absolute, Leather Accord. While the base note is the warm captivating intonations of benzoin melds with the strength of Guaiac wood enriched by the tobacco aroma of Tonka bean.

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Notes: It begins with notes of Calabrian N bergamot, mandarin, blackberry and be b forbidden apple. The heart flourishes ffor with wit black rose, orange blossom, night w blooming jasmine, magnolia and plum. bloo bl b o The Th T he base includes patchouli, sandalwood, amber aam mb and musk.

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The ultra soothing formula is rich in organic essential oils that help detoxify the body and energize the mind to promote skin’s smoothness, elasticity, texture and helps diminish wrinkles.

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BUSINESS /Beauty

The Luxury Express WITH A SPATE OF LUXURY SALON BRANDS HAVING MADE A FORAY IN THE INDIAN MARKET IN THE LAST FEW YEARS, WE LOOK AT HOW THEY STAND TODAY AND GET TO KNOW OF THEIR PLANS FOR TOMORROW. — BY KANISHKA RAMCHANDANI

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our neighbourhood tailor gave way to fashion brands such as Zara and Vero Moda, you now choose Charles and Keith over your local shoeshop and instead of your colony ‘parlour’ you are now making a beeline for international salon names like Saks, Jean Claude Biguine and Dessange Paris. High street salon brands have captured the Indian consumers imagination. But is the picture as rosy as it seems? Read on to find out more.

International standards

Notable international brands that have made an impression in the Indian market include Saks, Jean Claude Biguine, Warren Tricomi and Dessange Paris. Given the size of the market and the discerning upper class, global brands have had a niche presence in India, predominantly in five star hotel premises, for instance Rossano Ferreti at Four Seasons, Mumbai or posh neighbourhoods. But increasingly, these brands are now on an expansion spree, establishing standalone outlets, either through franchisee models or companyowned spaces.

The initial challenges that these brands face are of brand positioning and image, finding the right talent, maintaining their global standards and price points. At present, global brands are present in key metros where they are strategically located and positioned as luxury places for the upper and upper-middle classes as well as the aspiring middle class.

Apart from selecting the right location, the interiors of the salon plays a vital role in creating an impression.

As is evident from the Dessange Paris and Warren Tricomi outlets in Mumbai, spaciousness is of prime value.

Well-designed interiors that are both

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functional and aesthetic add to the luxe factor. The interiors have to underscore warmth of Indian hospitality and convey professionalism, too.

With a presence across The Leela Group of Hotels, when Warren Tricomi opened its flagship salon on Cadell Road, Mahim, Mumbai, the interior design was tastefully used to create special zones for hair, backwash, spa, nails and lounging, and to integrate Indian elements such as stained glass on wooden doors with international flavours.

Darpan Sanghvi, Managing Director, Sanghvi Brands, which is the Indian partner for Warren Tricomi, says, “Warren Tricomi is currently present in eight cities across nine locations at luxurious five star properties, and an indulgent art deco inspired high street salon in the heart of Mumbai. The locations, and the fact that the brand is an extension of one of the most iconic New York salon chains, have been instrumental in establishing the brand in India. The response so far has been very encouraging and we hope to strengthen this further with consistent quality of services that are at par with international standards.”

Dessange Paris already has two outlets in Mumbai where the brand aims to provide tailor-made hair and beauty solutions to its patrons in luxurious surroundings.

When asked about customer response, Levan Ramishvilli, Director, Dessange Paris, Mumbai, said, “There is definitely a marked difference in the customer’s approach. Since Dessange is a brand born in the heart of Paris, all our customers expect the finest in services and skills from our stylists.

They expect a certain standard when it comes to infrastructure and tools,

which is why we offer them nothing but the best.”

Most of these international brands are affiliated with the L’Oreal Group and use L’Oreal Professionnel and Kerastase products and services. Some of them, like Dessange Paris, also have their own labels. With established products and services, these luxury brands instill a sense of trust in the customer, who is then not afraid to try out the recommended services.

Hairstylist is the star

As a customer when you step into a salon, you are either looking for a haircare treatment, hair cut, colour or texturising service. No matter what you chose, the service will change your entire appearance. And that’s the most humane and intangible aspect of the salon business. A stylist has to change the way a person looks and feels and there are no set parameters of how the end result is to be judged.

Therefore, a skilled stylist needs to be good at communication and know the brand thoroughly.

Global brands in India have ensured that they hire talented and experienced stylists who are integrated with the international working modules before getting on the floor. The stylists have to undergo extensive training with the parent salon as well as attend regular sessions when international stylists associated with the brand come to India. So, the stylist is entrusted with

JCB Khar, Mumbai

the double duty of being dependable and Indian in appeal as well as thorough in his knowledge about the brand.

Having global experts visit the salon is a definite USP for the salon.

Ramishvilli explains, “International Stylists generally bring years of experience from multiple countries with them, so, that definitely has a positive effect on the footfalls.”

Throwing more light on this, he says, “While all our in house stylists are trained by top hairstylists from Warren Tricomi, New York, and are very skilled at what they do, there is definitely added excitement when an international stylist visits. It generates a lot of curiosity and offers a unique experience for those interested in a first-hand experience from the salons of New York.”

Not to act pricey

This is literally the mantra to survive in the Indian market – not to act pricey.

India is an extremely price-sensitive market and all customer (irrespective of the category they belong to) look for value-for-money solutions. Since the experience of luxury can’t be gauged in terms of rupees, global salon brands have a tightrope walk to do with the pricing of their menu. Apart from quality product and service, customers also look for that ‘feel-good-factor’ at an experiential. And international luxury brands are well-equipped to make this

available to them. The hierarchy of hairstylists available at salons, ranging from junior stylists to visiting overseas experts, give the customer a chance to select as per their budget.

Speaking about pricing, Ramishvilli says, “Every Dessange salon has to follow the international standards so that every salon is the same, whether in Paris or New York or Mumbai. The only thing we have done differently here is adapt to the pricing as India is a very price-sensitive market.”

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Warren Tricomi, Mumbai

Another reason why pricing is important is the fact that home-grown brands, too, have a stronghold and loyal clientele. Be it Lakme, b:blunt, Naturals or Eye Catchers, the beauty industry has a brawny league of Indian brands that offer the international ones competition on all levels. The major differentiating factor remains the uberluxurious feel of the latter.

Sanghvi says, “It’s always healthy to have some competition within any industry. It is also encouraging to know that more international brands are entering the country and recognising the potential here. Indian salons have also evolved and come a long way, which is an indication of India’s growing beauty and wellness industry.

We believe that we have our own unique selling proposition and we work with that.”

However, there is different view here, too. Ramishvilli feels, “Dessange is a huge brand and has created niche for itself in the luxury grooming segment.

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Clients know about our legacy and our strengths. No other brand at the moment can bring the kind of expertise we bring to the table. While there are innumerable brands in the market, very few can deliver what we can.”

Opportunities galore

While the consumer gets to be in a win-win situation with these luxury brands, the increasing footprints of these salons also afford employment opportunities to Indian talent.

International brands and the glam factor that they bring with them make the profession of hairstyling more appealing for aspiring stylists. More experienced and established hairdressers get the chance to rise up the ladder and be more creative in their work. The international experience, which the hairdresser gets, is added bonus!

Expansion plans

So far none of the international brands that have entered the Indian market have closed down, which is a very

positive sign for the industry. Brands such as Saks and Jean Claude Biguine have already expanded their footprint by penetrating tier II cities. Sanghvi explains, “We have already expanded into 8 cities across 9 locations in the last couple of years, most recent ones being our salons at The Manor in New Delhi, JW Marriott in Bangalore and Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad. We are continually seeking opportunities and new locations to expand Warren Tricomi salons throughout the country.”

Given the skyrocketing rentals at India’s high street locations, details regarding FDI and the hassles of successfully running a salon, the global players have to face an uphill task of establishing the brand at every new outlet, especially in nonmetros, and breaking even. And most importantly, it is important for these brands not to dilute the luxury tag and offer a unique experience to its customers, which is complete in its service and aesthetic appeal.

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A Sisley home

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Details: Library: The layout will feature a sitting lounge area and library to encourage customers to spend time relaxing while discovering Sisley’s products. Ms d’Ornano will curate the library with art and cultural books that inspire her family in the creation of products.

Wallpaper: The lively botanical print wallpaper was designed by Marthe Armitage.

Based in the UK, she is considered one of the best hand-made wallpaper designers in the world. For decades she has hand drawn her stunning prints and continues to create this way even now into her eighties.

Chandelier: This was selected from local artist’s Lindsay Adelman’s made-to-order collections based out of Brooklyn.

Flooring: The oak floors will be finished in a special light gray tone injecting an elegant, chic downtown New York City look into the space.

Boutique Services: The spa cabin room can be pre booked for facials and is the only location in downtown New York City to experience a full Sisley facial. The comprehensive menu offers facial options for every skin care need from radianceenhancing facials to intense anti-aging results. Packages will be available for customers who want a regular boost of indulgent facial treatments. Full make-up applications are complimentary with all facial treatments.

The separate make-up application area is ideal for women who prefer privacy while having make-up applied or who want make up advice in a quiet environment. This service can be booked ahead of time and Sisley’s artist will tailor a complete look to the customer’s event needs.

The boutique will launch the option of at-home facial and make-up application services shortly after opening.

The Sisley boutique is slated to open the week of December 1st, just in time to be the perfect destination for all personal and corporate holiday gift-giving needs.

SISLEY’S FIRST BOUTIQUE IN NEW YORK CITY OPENING DECEMBER 2014 WILL STORE SISLEY’S SKINCARE, MAKE-UP AND FRAGRANCE COLLECTIONS AND WILL HOST A SPA ROOM ALONG WITH PRIVATE MAKEUP AREA.

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uxury French beauty brand Sisley is set to open its first freestanding New York City boutique this December.

The 760-square-foot space will mark the launch of a new store design for Sisley, which draws influences from its heritage as a family owned company. The boutique will also offer Sisley’s renowned beauty treatments within its spa room along with a private make-up area that can be reserved for special occasion make-up needs.

Founded by Hubert d’Ornano in 1976, Sisley remains owned by the family to this day. Christine d’Ornano, Sisley’s International Vice President and daughter of Hubert d’Ornano, hand-selected a number of the decor items. Her goal was to create the look of an intimate but modern apartment drawing influences from Sisley’s Parisian roots while including elements from its downtown New York location.

Jim Maki, Sisley’s U.S. Executive Vice President, adds, “This new boutique design will blend seamlessly into the neighbourhood and we are sure it will become a destination for customers seeking luxurious, effective skincare and make-up products and pampering facial and make-up services.” b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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SALON INTERNATIONAL 2014: A hub for creativity, excellence and education THE THREE DAY EXHIBITION OFFERED UNPRECEDENTED LEVELS OF INSPIRATION TO ALL. EDUCATIONAL SHOWS, SALON SEMINARS, AND THE HUGELY POPULAR HJ’S BRITISH HAIRDRESSING AWARDS GALLERY WERE THE HIGHLIGHTS. A VARIETY OF COMPETITIONS INCLUDING HJ‘S BARBER OF THE YEAR, STUDENT CREATIVE TEAM OF THE YEAR AND THE NEW AFRO STYLIST OF THE YEAR, WERE MASSIVE SUCCESSES, WHILE THE CLOTHES SHOW LIVE YOUNG HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR IN ASSOCIATION WITH HJ PROVED TO BE A CROWD-PLEASER TOO.

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alon International continued to be the leading industry for the salon business. A global audience attending the three-day extravaganza were treated to an eclectic mix of hero products and exclusive launches, with exhibitors from around the world already signing up for Salon bringing together leading industry figures in business and creativity.

Following on from their huge success last year, the finals for Barber of the Year and Student Creative Team of the Year were hugely anticipated. This year also saw the launch of Afro Stylist of the Year and the premier appearance of Clothes Show Live Young Hairdresser of the Year in association with HJ at Salon International. Finalists from each of the categories were asked to recreate the look that secured them a place in their chosen competition. Each of the winners received a trophy and the Clothes Show Live Young Hairdresser of the Year collected £1,000 prize money, the opportunity to work on stage at Clothes Show Live 2014 and shoot the 2015 campaign for Clothes Show Live.

Salon Seminars provided a platform for education. These offered the audience an upclose-and-personal opportunity to see the masters at work. Salon International 2014 saw Mahogany, Saco and Philip Kingsley’s Clinical Director, Glenn Lyons share their wealth of knowledge and experience with their captivated audiences. Taking inspiration from the National Gallery’s seminal Making Colour exhibition, which documents how artists have produced pigment through the years, Mahogany’s Head of Colour, Tai Walker, took the audience through the key shades of copper, raspberry, cobalt blue, antique pink and vanilla blonde.

Saco’s seminar sessions saw their creative team present the new Decoys collection, which comprises Decoded, a collection of strong structured looks, and Spirit, which featured softer salon-friendly hairstyles. Hosted by Creative Director, Richard Ashforth, the seminar began with a colour presentation of the contrasting tones and patterns that feature in Decoded and Spirit.

Completing the educational presentation Andrea Martinelli and Pierre Saint Sever gave an insight into some of their creative and editorial work at Fashion Week and working with designers. Providing an informative seminar on female hair loss, Glenn Lyons of Philip Kingsley told those hairdressers attending the Salon Seminar how vital their role was in helping clients with hair loss conditions in terms of building morale, confidence and quality of life.

The Salon Live session witnessed show stopping productions from Sassoon Academy, Patrick Cameron, TONI&GUY and TIGI Inspirational Youth in the Salon Live theatre.

Leading talent from each of these iconic brands presented their visions for the future in 75 minute shows that combined their creative concepts with education.

Sassoon Academy’s International Creative Team wowed the crowds with creations that took influences from their roots in the 60s and every decade up to the present

day. In tribute to their founder, Vidal Sassoon, hairstyles were inspired by the iconic five point cut and Peggy Moffitt’s signature fringe. The show also introduced Sassoon’s Nu Pop collection, showcasing strong structured fringes, playful bob shapes with slight asymmetry through the internal structure, disjointed lengths and tightly undercut hair. The looks were also diluted into the more wearable Salon Collection and International Creative Director, Mark Hayes stressed the importance of being able to use the shapes and ideas to create salonfriendly hairstyles.

Back for another year, Patrick Cameron amazed his audience in his usual flamboyant fashion with his debut of The Pink Collection. Titled to raise awareness of Breast Cancer, The Pink Collection is all about the building blocks of long hair. With a focus on undone, more youthful hair finishes, styles were left loose and romantic to appeal to a younger audience; the kind of audience that spend money on getting their hair done regularly.

Patrick ended the show on a high with a blindfolded look.

At Salon International last year TONI&GUY celebrated 50 years in business and this year was a look to the future as the salon group presented their new Lexicon collection, as well as key looks from their Future Foundation collection. Lexicon is a primary colour story, with shades of blue, yellow and red all featuring on the Salon Live stage.

In addition, the TIGI Inspirational Youth 2014 team made its stage debut at Salon International, which served as the grand finalé to the Salon Live performances.

Joining the team on their journey and on stage were TIGI Global Creative Director, Christel Lundqvist, European Creative Director, Akos Bodi and Global Creative Director, Nick Irwin, as well as TIGI founder and International Artistic Director, Anthony Mascolo.

“We believe in giving young people like this the opportunity to represent us at Salon International,” said Anthony. “We believe in doing it, because they are the hairdressers of the future. Their journey doesn’t end here today, this is just the start of their hairdressing careers.”

Next year the event has been scheduled from October 10 to 12th. b eauty l aun chpad | 11.14

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You Say You Want a

rEvolution!

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Easy Rider: Cofounder and CEO John Paul DeJoria arrives to the Paul Mitchell Gathering in true style.

A group of children dances to a rainforest audio-visual display, spotlighting the ecoaware Tea Tree line and its Green Takeover mission to plant 500,000 trees by 2016

A clique of seductive redheads promotes the new Ultimate Color Repair line.

or the 3,000-plus attendees from 24 countries who attended this year’s Paul Mitchell Gathering, a “rEvolution” of education and inspiration was the order of the two-day soirée.

Cofounder and CEO John Paul DeJoria kicked off the festivities in true style: a video of him and wife/ spokesmodel Eloise DeJoria riding a motorcycle while lip-synching an original song from Wes Hirni!

DeJoria then took the stage, announcing John The new Origami Paul Mitchell Systems’ latest accomplishments, collection comes to life. highlighting the importance of evolution: a revamped PaulMitchell.com, a new Live Global Artistic Beautifully campaign, the launch of Ultimate Director Robert Cromeans floats Color Repair quinoa color-locking system into action and a sneak preview of the new MarulaOil during the grand line, debuting early 2015. Next, lively and finale exciting onstage presentations brought each brand to life, leaving attendees duly inspired and impressed before they headed off to 16 hands-on workshops covering color, cut, style and business. Stylists learned from the likes of Paul Mitchell Editorial Director Lucie Doughty, Paul Mitchell Professional Color Artistic Directors Scott Cole and Linda Yodice, Vice President of Education Stephanie Kocielski, industry icon Takashi, and many others.

All good things must come to an end—but not without a bang! The Grand Finale included The Mitch Men such spectacles as Global Artistic Director Robert Cromeans arriving via balloons (and a few wires), a radical color demonstration, and dozens of Future Professionals walking the stage for an electrifying segment. Concluding the event, Co-Owner and Artistic Director of Education Angus Mitchell presented a dramatic cut and color demo, ensuring that everyone was inspired and ready to rEvolutionize their careers.

Everything is groovy at the Peace Love & Happiness party.

Models clad in sleek metallic gowns usher in the surprise debut of the super-reparative MarulaOil line, set to launch January 2015

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