Who's new to salon international?
October 18-20
ExCel London
More than 250 exhibitors will be showcasing their latest and greatest products at The Hair Show at Salon International, which takes place 18-20 October.
You'll find everything from styling chairs to straightening balm all under one roof, and best of all, you can easily spot any new companies joining the show - they'll be showcasing their products in the New Exhibitors' Zone.
Twenty-four innovative companies will be exhibiting at Salon International for the first time in the New Exhibitors' Zone, making it really simple to absorb the latest innovations.
Here's a taster of what to expect...
Solarzz will be launching its new range of styling irons at stand D160. Products on offer include its Solarzz Saturn and Solarzz Venus irons, and styling demonstrations will be taking place all weekend - so you can try before you buy.
Noon 4 True Colors will be showcasing its wide range of mineral colours, which can be used as eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara, bronzer, body shimmer, and even nail polish. Products are formed of 100% minerals and are free from oil, wax, talc, cornstarch, fillers and chemicals. Visit stand E102.
The new and improved JAhairgrips, which are specifically designed for hairdressers and session stylists, will be on show at stand E103. Grips come in a box of 400 in four sizes. They are semi-matt, non-slip and blend naturally with any hair colour. Single-size boxes of 50 will also be on sale, in blonde, brown and black. The company will also be offering updo advice and special show-price offers.
Royal Shears makes its scissors from the highest grades of Japanese stainless steel, and all come with a money-back guarantee and lifetime warranty against any manufacturer or material defects. Check out its wide range of sheers at stand D153.
For the first time, Salon Master will be offering the professional salon market a range of infection control products, such as alcohol-based hand sanitisers and foam soaps. The company will be demonstrating its complete range on stand D151.
Clean-Cut will be launching a new range of handcrafted scissors made from finest Japanese steel at Salon International this year. Icon Scissors will be offering up to £50 trade-in option on its scissors, which Clean-Cut will recondition and donate to hairdressing colleges in India and Africa.
In addition, when you visit its stand at E101, you can receive free scissor care maintenance advice with a detailed instruction leaflet to help prolong and improve scissor performance, reducing the risk of strain injuries.
Mags 4 Less on stand D152 will be offering substantial discounts off magazines with packages such as nine magazines a month for just £12, with no minimum contract.
The Big Brush Company specialises in blow-drying tools and will be offering its range of hairbrushes and serums for the professional hairdresser on stand D161. Among its innovative products will be the Big Brush Blow-Dry Kit, which is available in five combinations covering short, medium and long hair.
Juelsandberg Danish-designed tool belts will be available on stand D159. Each holster is custom designed to hold all the essential tools of the trade.
Check out the NeoCape Cutting Collar on stand D157. It's a new cutting collar that stops hair and liquids from slipping down a client's neck. It's lightweight and comes in a variety of colours.
For a wide range of hairpins and hairgrips, head to the IZA Hairpin's stand on E104. There's a wide range of sizes, colours and styles to choose from, which can be packed according to your requirements.
If you're after funky packaging, then head to stand E105 where The Bag N Box Man will be showcasing its range of labels, bags, boxes, wrappings and tubes.
Multibook salon management system from Vilmor Software will be giving visitors the chance to experience its user-friendly software. By using internet technology it offers all the features you'd expect, including SMS reminders, stock control and online bookings. Visit stand D150.
Salon International 2008
