﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Professional Beauty News</title><link>http://www.expostudio.net/</link><description>RSS Document generated by ExpoStudio</description><copyright>Copyright 2012 Expostudio.Net</copyright><generator>ExpoStudio</generator><item><title>Discounted hotel accommodation at Spier</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=9986481d-e763-49cf-a50d-5f83666a4ddf&amp;ln=3</link><description>The luxury Spier Hotel lies besides the calming waters of the Eerste River. The rooms are situated in village-style buildings grouped around six private courtyards, each with its own swimming pool in a design reminiscent of the Bo-Kaap or Mediterranean villages where pedestrians have right of way.
Rolling lawns, gardens and walkways connect the rooms with the reception area, lounge, bar, terrace and restaurant. </description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:36:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>LTI and Bellabaci make headway in Hong Kong</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=8521ac03-9abb-44d0-aaa0-40ad9e4080a1&amp;ln=3</link><description>LT International and Bellabaci CPT have signed a three-year agreement with Modern Beauty Salon Holdings Limited. Seen as a leader in the beauty industry in Hong Kong, this investment holding company offers a range of beauty and wellness services, and is responsible for selling various skincare and wellness products. The chairman and CEO of the company, Joyce Tsang, recently received the Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurship Awards 2011, Hong Kong. </description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:04:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Zone-in on your search</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=c569cb76-f95a-4dde-80c1-4b58e7e131b9&amp;ln=3</link><description>Internet and social media usage is at an all-time high. As a result, consumers are becoming far more in-the-know, demanding information at the touch of a button with little fuss. Site development needs to factor this ever-increasing demand and look for novel ways for companies to promote their offerings in a user-friendly format.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:02:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A&amp;I Importers hosts workshop in Durban</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=39e0f28c-fc43-4a84-93b1-f1722f83ecff&amp;ln=3</link><description>A&amp;I Importers will be hosting an in-depth workshop at the Catalina Theatre in Durban on the 27th February from 9:00am – 4:30pm. Designed specifically for beauty business owners and skin care specialists, the talks are aimed at helping businesses prosper. Topics will include: social media; results-driven ingredients; retail sales; alternative medicine and peeling systems. Cost: R250 per delegate. Goodie bags, lunch, tea and coffee will be provided and special offers are available.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:00:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BHSEA granted seat on the North Gauteng </title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=f8a65219-1287-4411-8c39-bdc6a9c9ddc0&amp;ln=3</link><description>The Beauty Health and Skincare Employers Association officially registered at the Department of Labour in 2007, after a hard and long history going back to 1990. The organisation’s mission is to represent Members in the Beauty, Health, Skincare, Wellness and Nail Industry, promoting their interests and that of their businesses at government level, and to be a representative of the sector. Its vision is to be a premier employers’ organisation striving towards business excellence and professionalism. </description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:25:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RegimA enhances its peeling systems with new key ingredient</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=25671e58-b37f-45d1-ba19-216749de24ab&amp;ln=3</link><description>RegimA recently discovered an international source of pure, natural sugar cane, which is not available in South Africa. The company has added this ingredient to all of its ‘Peel &amp; Heal’ treatments to enhance the results.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:24:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MUD Professional Make-up launches in SA</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=62ecaa16-ba96-4a2d-896e-dc88501b94f0&amp;ln=3</link><description>Metamorphosis Distributors in SA recently gained sole distribution rights for Make-Up Designory (MUD) – a professional make-up line that provides quality education for best product results. The company also undertakes rigorous testing of its products by industry experts and up-and-coming make-up artists at its highly regarded schools in Los Angeles and New York, to ensure the brand meets professional standards for today and tomorrow.

</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:22:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spa Rituals For Feet </title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=69e83d15-9a56-4549-9ebf-7e1e47e31013&amp;ln=3</link><description>Charlotte Rhys launches its new range of healing, soothing and pampering foot products. 


Eco friendly and Beauty Without Cruelty approved, the range consists of an effective yet safe and gentle callus softening cream, cracked heel repair cream with anti-fungal and anti-itching ingredients, a therapeutic and refreshing foot soak to cleanse, deodorise and freshen the feet, a revitalising and stimulating foot polish to exfoliate and improve circulation, and an intensively moisturising foot créme with omega-rich Baobab seed oil, cocoa butter and vitamins A, E and C. </description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:31:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CSpa Aroma Wellness unveils its sensorial experiences</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=4b9fd456-0c60-46e1-b71f-6cbd824cbd3a&amp;ln=3</link><description>After three years of careful development and planning, the CSpa aroma wellness range was launched towards the end of last year. Offering a comprehensive range of spa and salon treatments as well as home care products, the Cspa range is based on blended essential oil components, combined to immerse the client into an olfactory world of wellness.</description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:29:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Professional Beauty London challenges Europe’s best</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=1181a8a8-98f6-4883-9c38-9985378fbfeb&amp;ln=3</link><description>As the UK’s leading trade event for the beauty and spa industry, Professional Beauty London will be showcasing top products and treatment launches from over 500 brands at London’s ExCel centre from March 4-5. </description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:26:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Professional Beauty Cape Town 2012 - Register Now!</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=03183e61-f905-4833-9f0c-d81e6c3e4e4c&amp;ln=3</link><description>Registration is open for Professional Beauty 
Cape Town 2012!

Click HERE to register and get your FREE entry ticket to the show.

Professional Beauty Cape Town is being held at Spier Convention Centre on the 18th and 19th March. Our exciting new venue will be filled with the top brands in the beauty industry.</description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:32:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>International Spa Convention - Get THREE tickets for the price of two</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=9a918bd5-e88a-4b28-b659-e2b46f153cd1&amp;ln=3</link><description>Registration is now open for the International Spa Convention Cape Town 2012. Book now and save up to R1 300.00

The International Spa Convention will be running alongside Professional Beauty at Spier Convention Centre in March. On the 18 and 19 of March the leaders in your industry are joining us to share with you their hard earned experience and insight, to help you improve your business.</description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:18:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Professional Beauty Cape Town 2012</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=05cad3cb-f447-48be-861f-606b6fcd61af&amp;ln=3</link><description>We are very excited to welcome you into the new year with Professional Beauty Cape Town in March.

Professional Beauty Cape Town is the highlight of the Cape Town beauty industry in 2012. Professional Beauty is being held at a new venue this year, the very impressive Spier Convention Centre on the 18 and 19 March. </description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:45:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Consumers failing to notice new skincare products</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=286822c3-c7ec-4ecb-9948-79b06159265d&amp;ln=3</link><description>Nearly half of all consumers (49%) are failing to notice new facial skincare products, according to a new report from market analyst Datamonitor. The report also revealed that 50% of consumers do not notice innovations in body skincare products and 54% fail to register new suncare products launched. Consumers find that there is too much product choice available and are therefore reverting back to brands they know, rather than trying a new one, said the report.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:30:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Doctor Babor available in SA</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=2e5e1cb3-90ee-4f80-a469-960d1fab879b&amp;ln=3</link><description>Since the end of the 90’s the market for cosmetic surgery has increased annually by between 10% and 15%. A survey done in Germany discovered that 82% of all Germans would feel better after cosmetic surgery. This trend has definitely caught on in South Africa.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:26:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SA beauty is new face for Payot Hydration 24</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=a8e83284-50d5-4d5b-9565-d1aea6410b8e&amp;ln=3</link><description>International skincare brand Payot has revealed its new face to promote its brand, and she’s South African. Cape Town born Denni Parkinson will represent the vision of Dr Payot’s revolutionary cosmetic products that define hydration and anti-ageing. As such, it is vital the face of the brand is a youthful, beautiful and strong woman.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:24:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lending a hand with FITE </title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=2dd4eb0b-2608-40d3-8f33-914a619049ae&amp;ln=3</link><description>FITE, a global empowerment platform powered by Dermalogica and Kiva.org, the non-profit leader in microfinance, that is designed to foster Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship for women in the developing world, has launched a new Lend your Hand campaign. Anyone can visit the joinFITE.org, guess what celebrity is lending their hand, and activate a $1 microloan contribution and stand a chance to win Dermalogica prizes.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:19:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Redken offers a solution to thinning hair</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=7891a4e4-d099-44cc-8bd1-559e242e5302&amp;ln=3</link><description>As a leader in advanced hair treatments, Redken introduces Intra Force – a product range formulated to improve health and appearance of thinning hair and hair loss. It is said to improve the thickness and fullness of the hair in just 30 days with 3-step daily regimes and intensive treatments. The Scalp Stimulate Service, a professional microdermabrasion treatment, kick starts the regime, accelerating cellular turnover and intensifying the results of the at-home care.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:15:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spa Life adds quality to candle production</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=eece848d-565e-4b85-9281-1dbc86774d14&amp;ln=3</link><description>Spa Life, a range for manicure and pedicure treatments, also offers aromatherapy candles manufactured with 100% Soy wax, pure essential oils, cotton, and lead-free wax. No dyes are used and the candles are poured by hand in small, controlled batches. The candles are available in two fragrances: Revive – lemongrass and bergamot; and De-Stress – white tea and ginger.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:03:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kievits Kroon supports skills development</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=76c80eba-1a76-40cb-a125-02d8f67ef214&amp;ln=3</link><description>As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, Kievets Kroon has launched a project called “Ithuta, for our children’s future”. This skills development program provides aid to the Leeuwfontein Primary School, a community school north of Pretoria. Although the school is funded by government, it is completely reliant on fundraising and donations for all basic items, such as stationery and books as well as assistance with school maintenance. Most of the children live in informal settlements with no electricity or proper sanitation, and, as such, the need for skills development and education is vital.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:15:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sothys launches brightening programme for skin</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=6745f5e5-9327-4070-902b-3c4cefd642f9&amp;ln=3</link><description>Sothys launches its new exclusive [W.]™ Complex with a combination of azelaic acid, vectorised vitamin C and vitamin PP, known for their brightening action. This key complex forms part of an intensive programme to reduce pigment spot colour, imparting radiance and uniformity to the complexion.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:13:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarins reformulates its male offering </title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=d6447240-2615-4c58-99a4-1890fdb95df7&amp;ln=3</link><description>Focussing on treating dehydration and irritation caused by pollution, air-conditioning and regular shaving, the Clarins Men Super Moisture Gel and Balm have been reformulated to include super ingredient, calcium hyaluronate and a selection of high-performance plant extracts, achieving a more hydrated and protected, without an oily residue.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 03:45:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Prana empowers women</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=2985d6a5-8ecb-44d6-9e4f-a66d27e81dff&amp;ln=3</link><description>Built around a network of like-minded woman entrepreneurs, the newly formed distribution company, Prana, offers a variety of skin, hair and body wellness brands that have been carefully selected for their innovation, quality and results. Headed up by Debbie Wolfendale, past managing director of the Clarins Group, the company’s ethos is firmly built on its Sanskrit name, Prana, which stands for vital life. This energy is present from the company staff that work across all brands to the recruits that join the Prana family, and the consumers that use the brands. As part of its drive to promote wellness and health, Prana also hosts power-hour talks by key experts in their fields, covering topics such as diet, fitness, skin, hair, and stress. </description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:44:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>St Tropez launches natural tanning alternative</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=d1afe997-d540-4008-86a9-a02557b129be&amp;ln=3</link><description>Although everyone is looking for a sun-kissed glow, it has always been difficult for dry, sensitive skins to get effective results from sunless tanning products. St Tropez has address this problem by introducing a Naturals self-tan range of products that even delicate skins can use. This range contains Vegetan, a naturally derived Ecocert-approved tanning agent, as well as carefully chosen, naturally derived ingredients, including avocado butter to soften and soothe and pomengranate, mango, babassu and grapeseed oils for long-lasting hydration.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:43:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Phytomer achieves a therapeutic bathing experience</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=bf89e7cd-1cf9-4ff8-a585-d6a90c3b2652&amp;ln=3</link><description>Phytomer has been renowned for its star ingredient – Oligomer, a sodium-reduced seawater concentrate with 104 trace elements essential to balance and vitality. The company has now taken the concentration of this ingredient a step further with its new Oligomer Pure Concentrates, using a freeze-drying technique to ensure the client receives the same concentration after adding the product to the bath. In fact, the concentration is equivalent to 10 visits to the ocean, remineralising the body with amazing health benefits: improving energy levels, reducing fatigue, reducing stress, and improving muscle tension, as clinical studies have proven.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:26:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Matchless Candles creates the mood without the smoke</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=8b8a2906-6953-447c-b58c-799c837d827f&amp;ln=3</link><description>There is nothing like a candle to create the relaxing mood necessary for a beauty salon or spa, but with traditional wax candles comes the hazard of hot dripping wax, open flames, smoke film deposits on ceilings and walls, and carcinogens which are released into the air that you and your clients are breathing.</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:11:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RVB introduces treatment colour</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=365bc3ae-e242-4b6c-822d-a4afcc33b1ba&amp;ln=3</link><description>Italian manufacturer, RVB has recently introduced Colour Therapy – an advanced make-up range enriched with specific actives to effectively treat the skin. Each ingredient has been carefully selected to ensure targeted results. A prime example is the botox-like actives of vegetal origin present in the foundations to reduce wrinkle depth and define contours.
</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:07:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Nimue Skin SA supports Kilimanjaro climb for AMH Fund</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=f4f42916-a316-45f6-84c6-e77b849b4a10&amp;ln=3</link><description>Known for its support of worthy causes, Nimue Skin SA lends a hand to one of its stockists trying to raise funds to aid the recovery of her quadriplegic friend.
After a tragic accident left Anthony Hoines a quadriplegic, a close family friend decided to raise money for his recovery. Her father, brother and his girlfriend volunteered to climb to the summit of Kilimanjaro in order to receive pledges for the AMH Fund.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 05:29:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Addressing the nocturnal rhythm of the skin</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=633e8518-fda0-42c7-96be-bd5b5ba5af0c&amp;ln=3</link><description>In accordance with the rhythmic changes that take place in the skin during the night, Dermalogica has developed Overnight Repair Serum. 

This product contains a stable combination of oils and a revolutionary new peptide to restore the barrier lipid layer of the skin and promote skin renewal and repair.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 05:26:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A safe, natural way to deal with perspiration</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=08f22251-8dd7-437f-81d8-9aa167f7f25f&amp;ln=3</link><description>Bema Bio Deo distributed by DEA Organics neutralises body odours without altering the physiological equilibrium of the skin, or inhibiting normal perspiration. 

</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 05:10:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Men spend more than women on pre-date grooming</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=3826fc49-4ac6-4088-9d0e-6949769d5771&amp;ln=3</link><description>Men now spend more on their appearance before a first date than women do, according to new research.Single men spend almost a third more than women on getting ready for a first date, according to dating website match.com.
</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:00:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Spa Consultants offers nationwide service</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=d4c828f0-7d8b-4ee6-8a93-4d2a5434dfa2&amp;ln=3</link><description>Although the Spa Consultants have plans for the global expansion of the brands Spalicious and Six Sensational Skincare, this will not deter from the level of service they are committed to provide the local beauty industry. They have therefore appointed the following competent individuals who have been assigned to proactively develop and support business with in all the major regions in SA:</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 02:44:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lycon launches soothing hydrator </title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=4c389797-21ce-4b56-a89f-797fff9e7278&amp;ln=3</link><description>Lycon’s Aloe Vera Soothing Gel contains aloe vera, chamomile and arnica to provide immediate and lasting hydration for the face and body. An excellent product to use during salon treatments, especially after depilation, laser treatments and sun exposure, as it leaves the skin feeling soothed and refreshed, while it effectively reduces the appearance of redness.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 02:40:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Rise in beauty mobile phone apps </title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=8354ebe0-5eb4-4e74-bc87-d8d7961d3b63&amp;ln=3</link><description>New mobile phone applications that allow consumers to do anything from finding their nearest salon to discovering the secrets behind skincare products at the touch of a button are being launched to the market. Apps are a great marketing tool for business, as they are just as smart as the internet, but more accessible. It can provide salons and spa with new advertising opportunities, which has a widespread reach both locally and abroad.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:40:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lamelle restores the skin’s shedding function</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=0bcb8e69-b688-4f4f-923e-18be60c449ac&amp;ln=3</link><description>Lamelle Research Laboratories have formulated Cathepzyme, a revolutionary product that replicates the Cathepsin D enzyme in the skin, which controls skin shedding. As we age, this enzyme declines causing an uneven, dull skin tone – a factor that has been proved to age the skin far quicker than wrinkles.

</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:39:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Natural de-stressor</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=70ac5881-5b76-43e2-97d9-f9a37c90e136&amp;ln=3</link><description>Stress is a major contributor to a number of serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease. In order to cope with today’s fast paced lifestyle, Naked Health has developed a range of glyconutrient Super Food supplements.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:30:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Skincare sees notable growth</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=4d2ad17d-9ba4-4355-b6a8-ff6905451fde&amp;ln=3</link><description>A recent report by consumer research firm, Mintel, shows a 70% growth in facial skincare over the last decade. Anti-ageing was seen as a major contributor to this rapid growth with anti-ageing moisturisers presenting nearly 40% of the total category sales. Four in ten women were seen to be purchasing skin care products that target specific anti-ageing concerns, such as fine lines, wrinkles and lack of firmness.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:00:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgel takes nail art to new heights</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=29bc45fb-753d-4043-aa3d-f967026c671f&amp;ln=3</link><description>World-renowned nail artist, Misuzu (Suzie) Taga from Tokyo, Japan recently visited South Africa to showcase her unique skills on the Calgel stand at the Professional Beauty exhibition in Johannesburg.
</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:50:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Radiant Healthcare offers profitable IPL system to market</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=f0d297f6-7dc4-4feb-ba26-60cf571a750e&amp;ln=3</link><description>As a well-established player in the laser and IPL market, Radiant Healthcare introduces a cost-effective IPL system that is light (13kg) and portable, offering quick, painless treatments for a variety of condition.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:44:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>LTI announces Newcomer Spa Award winner</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=89df0c5d-676e-4e69-8849-82d29e9d2280&amp;ln=3</link><description>LTI’s Newcomer Award is presented to a spa/salon which displays the most passion, growth, commitment, and the highest therapist incentive totals over a six month period. This award is given twice a year with each winner qualifying for 8% discount on LTI purchases for a 6 month period.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:26:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Industry Statistics</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=836a2fd7-e082-462f-8a77-1b1d033bba4b&amp;ln=3</link><description>According to the latest Beauty Index, both Retail and Service Turnover have increased year on year by 6% and 16% respectively. This is the second month running that the index has shown an increase in turnover which is a good sign for salon and spa owners, as it seems that clients are spending more during the winter months.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:19:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Funding alternative for SA business</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=8d38d085-2420-4624-8737-86393beefecd&amp;ln=3</link><description>Following the global credit meltdown, the toxic asset collapse, the liquidity crunch and the potential of sovereign debt default, banks have become far more conservative and as a result, accessing business funding has never been more difficult. Although shielded from some of the problems experienced in the US and EU, South African banks have also tightened lending policies, with a decline in both the value of business funding and the number of approved credit applications.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:14:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lycon opens offices in Gauteng</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=dd231d65-4ab1-4493-910c-2cdac0682c54&amp;ln=3</link><description>Lycon Distribution is expanding its national footprint by opening offices in the Gauteng region. Karien Harmse has been appointed as the Gauteng region sales and marketing manager. Karien has been in the beauty industry for the past 11 years. She is a qualified therapist and was a manager of a leading upmarket spa. She has also worked with Lycon products in the UK and in South Africa for a number of years, making her the ideal candidate to promote the brand in the Gauteng area. Karien is also able to offer Lycon training to new and existing salons and spa.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:05:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CECOSA is geared for export growth in SA</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=3e2a0645-4046-4421-8867-efca09b852f6&amp;ln=3</link><description> Many local manufacturers are looking at export opportunities for their businesses, but just don’t know where to start in terms of country-specific regulations and trade agreements, customs and excise rates and tariffs, potential exhibitions, promotions and the like.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:01:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>L’Oréal and UNESCO announce winners of 2011 FWIS</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=6c536a91-3a79-4222-adbb-2b7849cb6e82&amp;ln=3</link><description> As winners of the 2011 L’Oréal-UNESCO Regional Fellowships For Women in Science (FWIS) in Sub-Saharan Africa, 10 inspiring women scientists from across Sub-Saharan Africa have been awarded fellowships of US$20 000.
</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 03:58:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dea Organics brings certidied organics to SA</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=022d4692-d2a9-4486-8be7-313544276654&amp;ln=3</link><description> Dea Organics, a dynamic company with a passion for all that is organic, introduces two certified organic brands to the SA market. 

These brands offer exceptional quality with the relevant certification, but are also affordable and accessible to a larger percentage of the market.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 03:56:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Professional Beauty awards service excellence</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=d87266df-6e1e-4ead-bc0b-b61cb943ea17&amp;ln=3</link><description>The winners of the Professional Beauty Awards 2011 were announced at a gala dinner held at the Scarlet Ribbon on the 28th August. Spas, salons, managers, therapist and industry suppliers were recognised as true leaders in their field.</description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:44:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Halotherapy – the hidden secrets of salt</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=65a9fa2e-c180-4f92-ac4a-5ecd9e459782&amp;ln=3</link><description>By its very nature, salt therapy resists scientific norms, nonetheless, various clinical trial reports and the favorable outcomes for many individual patients have led to growing scientific attention and a devoted following. Marisa Dimitriadis meets up with Joseph Winer, co-founder of Synergy Salt Therapy, to get some further insight into the trendy treatment.</description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 06:08:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Medilase distributes Viora in SA</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=a3266967-f7f7-4586-b85b-12b01b7291b9&amp;ln=3</link><description>Medilase announces the signature of a new exclusive distributorship contract with Viora. The company will market and distribute: Reaction RF skin tightening and body contouring, Trios IPL, Pristine Diamond-peel Microdermabrasion and Infusion needle-free mesotherapy in Southern Africa and the neighboring islands. </description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:48:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>US Violent Lips reaches SA shores</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=744b2082-8c14-4be2-bbf8-432106f56710&amp;ln=3</link><description>Maskscara, the beauty distributors who has introduced South Africa to Minx Nails, is now expanding its portfolio of novel beauty offerings for the high fashion set with Violent Lips.</description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:38:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Professional Beauty Cape Town 2012</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=be2bc2a2-824c-4ff0-9271-7f623e527eff&amp;ln=3</link><description>Registration will be open shortly for Professional Beauty Cape Town 2012. Professional beauty prides itself on showcasing the latest products. We give you the knowledge to motivate you and your staff and help you expand your business. </description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>International Spa Convention Cape Town 2012</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=8d101dca-e2ff-423f-9b04-c25a56f5ed1d&amp;ln=3</link><description>Do not miss the exciting International Spa Convention Cape Town 2012 on the 18 &amp; 19 March.

The Spa Convention is all about giving Spa and Salon owners the tools to take home with them to help bring change, stimulate new thinking and boost the profitability of their business.</description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Medical Aesthetics Convention Cape Town 2012</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=9aa8b40d-eddb-4057-a0ae-bdec80f6386d&amp;ln=3</link><description>Do not miss the exciting Medical Aesthetics Convention Cape Town 2012 on the 18 &amp; 19 March.

The aim of Medical Aesthetics is to promote an industry that is professional, business focussed and dedicated to the future development of the medical aethetics industry using focussed approaches in print, electronic publishing and an exhibition combined with a convention.</description><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Square Boutique Hotel &amp; Spa opens in La Lucia Ridge</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=9851c9b3-b449-4918-92f4-7a099f016b67&amp;ln=3</link><description>Managed by Three cities Management Group, The Square Boutique Hotel &amp; Spa opened during May of this year. Situated in La Lucia Ridge Office Estate, this new development is a mere 15-minute drive from King Shaka International airport, is positioned in close proximity to the Gateway shopping centre, and is minutes away from the Umhlanga rocks beaches.</description><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SAAHSP seminar Cape Town 2012</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=a0a351a8-1939-417b-875f-3fc3c032522e&amp;ln=3</link><description>With the seminar being fully booked on both days of Professional Beauty Johannesburg a few last week, we cannot wait for another informative exciting seminar.
Th seminar will run concurrently with Professional Beauty Cape Town 2012 on the 18 &amp; 19 March.</description><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Forever Resorts Warm Baths opens new spa extension</title><link>http://www.probeauty.co.za/site/Default.aspx?news=6a1447d9-3fea-4791-bfa6-2bf048d712f2&amp;ln=3</link><description>Rex Maughen owner of Forever Resorts Worldwide, visited SA last month from USA to open the new Spa extension at Forever Resorts Warm Baths.</description><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
