Editor's letter

Dear Reader, A double celebration is on the

NATIONAL

Mamaearth launches its first IPO Honasa Consumer Limited,

INTERNATIONAL

Kate Moss named BBC’s global ambassador The British

CIPI

Indulgeo Essentials bags sustainability awards Indulgeo Essentials have

PRO WAVER THE SECRET TO FLAWLESS WAVES AND CURLS

The Ikonic Professional Pro Waver Large & Pro

digital

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INNER BEAUTY

RIA AND LAURA KULIK, FOUNDERS, THE HAIRBANK, URMSTON, MANCHESTER, UK, SHARE WITH US THEIR AWE-INSPIRING NEW COLLECTION AND THE THOUGHT PROCESS BEHIND IT

GLAMMING UP 2024

Celebrity make-up artist Clint Fernandes takes Kanishka Ramchandani on a sojourn into the future of make-up as he predicts upcoming trends for 2024.

TRENDS 2024

Be ready for a seismic shift! The hair

Top Hair Trends 2024

1. BOB WITH A BOUNCE Bobs are super

BEINGTREND-SAVVY

Natasha Naegamvala, Director, Nalini of Nalini and Yasmin Salon, Mumbai, does crystal ball gazing with Kanishka Ramchandani to get trend-savvy for Year 2024.

CUSTOMISING TRENDS

Rohan Jagtap, Founder, BESPOKE Salon, Mumbai, speaks about favouring tailor-made designs for this clients with Kanishka Ramchandani, as he shares his ideas on hair trends for 2024.

A True CALLING

Tracey Devine-Smith, Owner, French & Ivy Hair Salon, UK, and Global Ambassador for Affinage reveals the passion and perseverance that has gone into making her journey a resounding success, in an exclusive interview with Priyanka Parshurami.

Making of A CHAMPION

Desmond Murray, photographer, award-winning hairdresser, Art Director at Atherton Cox Salon, UK, and global ambassador for Matrix, shares his journey in the world of hairdressing with Priyanka Parshurami.

BESTSELLERS OF THE YEAR

We asked industry experts to name the bestselling product of the year in various categories of hair, skin, make-up and nails. Here’s the treasure trove that we found! Which of these are in your must-have list?

New on the Block

We bring you a selection of the newest and best products from the beauty world this month!

A Fresh Line-up

New beauty launches of the season

NYMPHS

Award-winning hairdresser Viktoriia Vradii from the UK presents

DEBUT

Pristine cuts and effortless styling complement one another

instinct

The warm glow of a sunset illuminates amber tones and brings shadows to the fore

Expressive blends

Bold, beautiful and tantalisingly tactile

BEAUTY BEHOLD

Embracing individuality and a models’ unique style Hair:

SALON INTERNATIONAL 2023: A Celebration Of Hairdressing Excellence

Salon International 2023, the ultimate platform for hairdressers, turned out to be a spectacular show, with the who’s who of British hairdressing taking to the stage for a three-day learning fest. The Professional Beauty India team brings to you a firsthand account.

STYLE CHECK 2024

UP YOUR MEN’S STYLING GAME BY BEING ON TOP OF TRENDS FOR 2024. DARSHAN YEWALEKAR, CELEBRITY HAIRDRESSER AND OWNER, D BARBERS SHOP AND ACADEMY, SHARES HAIR TRENDS FOR MEN WITH PRIYANKA PARSHURAMI.

CRUNCHING IT UP!

In this edition of Young Guns Series of Professional Beauty India, we are bringing the focus on Isha Mahabal, Curly Hair and Colour Specialist, and Owner, Alchemic Beauty Salon, Mumbai.

FROM VISION TO Victory

As change remains the only constant factor in the growth dynamics of India’s beauty industry, Rayed Merchant, Director, SSIZ International, discusses his threepronged approach plan to broaden the business horizon with Priyanka Parshurami

Kerala Calling for PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY INDIA

South Asia’s largest beauty expo, Professionals Beauty India is all set to launch its maiden event in Kochi, Kerala on 12th -13th December 2023. Priyanka Parshurami tells you why it’s unmissable!

A LIGHT TOUCH

Emma-Jane North, spa director of Y Spa at Wyboson Lakes, tells Eve Oxberry why cancer touch therapies are central to her business and how spas can be more accessible

Leading the SKIN BRIGADE

Dr Bharti Taneja, Founder, Alps Beauty Group, discusses skincare trends for 2024 with Kanishka Ramchandani in a bid to educate skin therapists on the importance of upgradation and upskilling.

“I embarked on this JOURNEY and SO CAN YOU”

Katia Raykova, International Nail Trainer and Glam Ambassador, Bulgaria, shows Priyanka Parshurami the best nail trends for 2024 and emphasises the importance of education for nail

IMPORTANCE OF AN EFFECTIVE

Liz McKeon, Business Expert and Founder of the International Salon Business School, UK, writes about the importance of creating an effective business plan for your salon for accountability of your long-term vision and strategy

Empowering the Youth

Dr Rekha Chaudhari has been working amongst the tribal communities in Maharashtra, inspiring the youth to take up a career in beauty. Read on to know more about her efforts and the establishment of ZEP Foundation.

SALON MANAGEMENT CONGRES Mumbai 2023

The 9 th edition of Salon Management Congress was held in Mumbai along with the Professional Beauty India Exhibition. As industry experts voiced their opinions on the changing process and business strategies, the delegates attending the conference gleaned many insights on how the salon business is progressing in the age of digitisation and sustainability. We present you with a special report

Beauty that Empowers

K3 Salon, located in the picturesque town of Silvassa, provides its clients more than just beneficial services. It also offers a tastefully designed space that is a safe haven for its discerning clientele. Priyanka Parshurami gives us an inside view of how the interiors have been designed with furniture sourced from Beauty Palace.

INDUSTRY Insights

CERAVE COMES TO INDIA L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty has

THE JOURNEY TO THE TOP

Wella Professionals made waves in the beauty world when a recent report by Kline’s announced it as the world’s No 1 salon colour brand. Pravesh Saha, General Manager, India and South Asia, Wella Professionals, talks about their success mantra and the continuance of the brand’s 140- year old legacy, with Priyanka Parshurami.

STAND ON YOUR FEET

Charak Pharma champions the cause of women entrepreneurs with the second edition of moha:’s Stand On Your Feet campaign

EMPLOYABILITY 2023 BY CAVINKARE

Ability Foundation in association with CavinKare organises EmployABILITY 2023