In this issue

2019, a brand new year promising innumerable opportunities to realise
aspiration and dreams. The first month of the year is also the time when
Salon International-India completes 10 glorious years with the support
of renowned brands, industry veterans and professionals, who have
religiously contributed for trend forecasts, industry insights, market
recces, and more. We are thankful from the bottom of our heart. Your
support encourages us to keep doing better!
The innate need of humans to look good makes the business of beauty
infinite. Beauty no longer lies in the eyes of the beholder, but in the
hands of those who are in the business of beauty – be it salons, spas,
skin care and hair care products or tools. This is more relevant today
with the culture of selfies and mobile uploads of images on various
social media platforms. The movers and shakers from the business of
beauty in India share with us key industry highlights from the year gone
by and their forecast for 2019 in the cover story. In the ensuing pages,
we share with you critical takeaways from the year gone by and the
plans for the year ahead.
In Hair, we meet and interview Kobi Bokshish, Art and Salon Director
at Intershape Hair in Australia, who is an artist with an impeccable eye
for detail. Known for his innovative styling techniques, Bokshish has
won several prestigious awards. Back home, young and dynamic
hairdresser, Vipin Tamta shares his inspirational journey of
eight years in the hair industry. Najeeb Ur Rehman, PPS Director,
Schwarzkopf Professional, Henkel Beauty Care India, shares his views
on the hair and beauty education in India. Adhuna Bhabani, Co-founder,
BBLUNT, ceases the day by predicting sensational cuts and colouring
techniques for face shapes along with a step by step guide to achieving
it. We have creatively designed the visually spectacular photo-essays by
Spanish hairdresser, Ulises Mesa, who draws inspiration from the young

Wonder Color Ammonia Free By Matrix - Revamping Fashion Hair Colour

The perfect time to change your hair colour is now! Pick from any of the 10 shades in the new Wonder Color Ammonia Free range, especially formulated to suit Indian hair and skin tones. What’s more, the colour is locked in for eight weeks.

2 mins

Vipin Tamta Driven By Passion And Drama

Inspired by the sages of India, the dynamic hairdresser, Vipin Tamta, attracts attention wherever he goes. He sports the bohemian dreadlocks, which make his style as inspirational as his journey. With over eight years of exerience in hairdressing, he gives us a peek into his professional life.

3 mins

Client Retention Delightful Offers

Salon India updates you on the seasonal offers and deals to retain existing customers and attract new ones.

1 min

Dreadlocks The Emerging Trend

Dreadlocks, also called locks, dreads, or in Sanskrit, , are rope-like strands of hair formed by matting or braiding hair. Salon India speaks to hair gurus on the style that is as timeless as the people who have sported it.

3 mins

A Tribute To Goa

ID Collection by Bina Punjani

3 mins

Saba Khan The Artist With A Winning Streak

Saba Khan, Head Make-up Artist, MUD India is in sync with the brand’s vision of reaching a milestone in education. She juggles training and backstage teams at renowned shows across India, with equal ease. With Salon India, Khan shares her incredible journey and evolution as a make-up artist.

4 mins

Hyaluronic Acid - The Truth About It

As an ingredient widely used in skin care, Hyaluronic Acid is known to have manifold bene ts. From plumping the skin to acting like a lubricant to the connective tissues in our joints and skin, and more, it is indeed a hero ingredient. However, experts urge one to be cautious in its usage.

4 mins

Cosmetic Treatment - Recommended By An Expert

Lip Reduction, as an aesthetic procedure, is creating quite a buzz. Salon India speaks exclusively with Dr Debraj Shome, Cosmetic Surgeon and Director at The Esthetic Clinics, to understand the process and technology used.

3 mins

The ‘Luxe Pedi' Wave - In Demand Service

Pedicures were a standard service in the beauty world. However, the service is being noticed as salons are waking up to the fact that feet deserve pampering, too.

2 mins

Sara Ali Khan - “I Am A Fan Of The Subtle And Understated”

A spitting image of her mother Amrita Singh, Sara Ali khan also has father Saif Ali Khan’s royal personality. With Salon India, she shares her beauty and style secrets.

2 mins

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Salon International Magazine Description:

Salon International reflects the interest of urban Indians in beauty and service offerings, and opens a window into the world of personal grooming as a business. Read globally by salon and spa owners, hair and make-up artists, professional brands, aestheticians and academicians, and more, in the field of beauty and wellness, the magazine brings with it 360° know-how of the glo-cal industry.

It has top notch content that covers the spectrum with topics on trends, salon management, interviews of experts, market reports, insights and case studies, merchandising strategies, and more.

A comprehensive, youthful and dynamic magazine, Salon International offers its readers quality updates on trends and techniques and cutting edge scoops in the trade. It addresses a sector that is growing steadily (at nearly 40 percent per year in India) with academies growing at 20 percent; national and local distributors and importers rapidly adding brands to their portfolios as bigger players continue to open subsidiaries and existing manufacturers step up production in proportion to the increasing needs of the end consumer.

A collector's item, Salon International is a must for new entrepreneurs and established players, both.