By Kelly deVos

Kelly is a Young Adult writer living in Gilbert, Arizona. She is a Creative Fiction student at Arizona State University and an arts administration intern for the Marooned Journal. She is also a contributor to The Writer’s Diaries and YAgabonds. She is represented by Kathleen Rushall of the Marsal Lyon Literary Agency.

Pai-Shau Hair for Fun Preview

Pai-Shau’s, Director of Education, Amy Stollmeyer, gave us the scoop on the looks you’ll see on stage at HAIR FOR FUN 2017. The Pai-Shau team will cut and style four looks, together called the Studio: Five Four Collection (shown above).

“Education to me is about sharing tips and tricks of the trade – helping to simplify and problem solve beauty challenges with others,” Stollmeyer said.

She’ll be joined on stage by Pai-Shau Creative Director, Felix Fischer. Here’s a bit more about the duo:

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About Felix Fischer
Swiss-born Felix Fischer is one of the most creative, versatile and highly experienced hairstylists in the professional and consumer beauty worlds.

His passion for the creative industries of fashion, art, dance, music and photography is all-consuming and underlines his unique vision of hair design. He combines a strong fashion eye and advanced knowledge of hair trends with a remarkable technique – including in-salon styling, cutting, color, and styling for high-profile editorial photoshoots and the runway. In the haircare industry, Felix has worked with brands such as Nexxus, L’Oreal, Goldwell Color Zoom, Wella Trendvision, KMS and Schwarzkopf in a variety of capacities including campaigns, collections and tutorials.

His work in fashion began in the mid-eighties working with Donna Karan on a runway show in St. Moritz and since then he has led runway teams for Jean Paul Gaultier, Prada, Romeo Gigli, Anna Molinari, Armani, Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, Oscar de la Renta and Vivienne Westwood. Now based in New York, his editorial list includes the greatest and most influential international magazines such as Vogue, L’Uomo Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Numero, Elle, Glamour, Marie Claire.

A man of the world – Felix’s creative instincts are stirred by the vast streets of the most renowned cities around the globe. Felix finds himself regularly roving Tokyo, Paris, London, Berlin, Moscow, Bangkok and Milan for inspiration.

Felix brings incredible inspiration, technical skill and knowledge to the Pai-Shau Pro Artist Team as he continues to share his passion to create.

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About Amy Stollmeyer
Born and raised on the Caribbean Island of Trinidad, Amy grew up among richly diverse, multicultural communities and remains inspired by different cultural rituals, festivals, international fashion, nature, art and architecture.

Amy has worked extensively in many departments of the professional haircare industry as an Education Manager, Global Creative Team Educator, Platform Artist, Editorial Stylist, as well as a Backstage Artist at numerous New York Fashion Week shows with designers such as Marchesa, Zac Posen, Rachel Zoe, Jenny Packham, Cushnie et Ochs amongst others. Amy has also shared her passion for hair on numerous TV appearances as guest “Hair Expert” for Steven and Chris, Omni Television, and City Line.

In the past decade Amy has worked extensively throughout North America with consumers, beauty industry icons, distributors, manufacturers, photographers/videographers and fashion designers developing a wealth of knowledge and professional relationships. Amy’s fun-loving, warm, island personality blends with all walks of life, her modern approach to hair and beauty combines diverse forms of creativity with simplistic logic!

For tickets to Hair for Fun 2017, call 480-968-7980 or see your sales consultant.

New from ColorProof SuperPlump Thickening Blow Dry Spray

From ColorProof comes this new addition to their super popular SuperPlump line! Check out ColorProof SuperPlump Thickening Blow Dry Spray.

Vamp up fine hair with this heat-activated, miracle body builder that weightlessly plumps each strand to expand volume and density while smoothing for touchably soft, noticeably thicker hair with maximum color and heat protection. Thicker. Fuller. Stronger.

About SuperPlump Thickening Blow Dry Spray

  • Hydrolyzed Corn Starch grips to hair fibers to plump each strand while expanding volume and density
  • Hydrolyzed Jojoba and Pea Proteins strengthen and heal from within while smoothing and protecting against breakage
  • AquaFlex™ Polymer thickens and adds volume with long-lasting soft hold and style memory
  • Proprietary FlexShield Technology shrink wraps hair for ultimate protection against heat damage up to 450°
  • Advanced ColorLast System™ provides unsurpassed color and heat protection

Recommended usage
Shake well. Spray on clean, damp hair roots to ends. Blow dry with your favorite round brush for volume and fullness.

If you are a licensed salon professional in our distribution area, call 480-968-7980 to order or contact your MAKA sales consultant for details.

Explore Pai-Shau’s Signature Exotic Tea Complex

For centuries, tea has been consumed for its remarkable healing properties. Deemed as a wonder drink, its benefits are known to lead to a healthier lifestyle and combat the effects of aging. Inspired by their ability to enhance, nourish and protect internally, Pai-Shau discovered how to replicate those same holistic benefits into products made for the hair.

The Signature Exotic Tea Complex is an exclusive blend of steeped teas from around the world that work in unison to provide powerful rejuvenating properties.

This Complex works to provide 5 benefits for hair.

PROTECT > AFRICAN RED BUSH TEA. Anti-inflammatory properties and protein soothes any irritation and works to strengthen strands.

SMOOTH > PU-ERH TEA. Contains a natural enzyme to help dissolve debris
on hair. This natural exfoliation process helps smooth and deeply clean hair allowing other products to penetrate better.

SHINE > BLACK TEA. Its high concentration of antioxidants add luster, shine and body to the hair.

PROTECT > WHITE TEA. Natural UV filter and environmental protectant which helps extend the life of your color.

EXFOLIATE > GREEN TEA. Stimulates circulation and helps clear hair follicles of debris which aids in healthy hair growth.

Ask your Sales Consultant about an exclusive Pai-Shau Try Me Kit!

New Metallic Shade Kit from Alfaparf Milano

The world of haircolor continues to deliver bold, fresh shades that help stylists create fashion forward, unique looks for their clients. In January/February, MAKA presents the latest shade collection from Alfaparf: Metallics.

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Offer Includes:
1 -EOC Metallics 6MS
1 -EOC Metallics 7MS
1 -EOC Metallics 9MS
1 -EOC Metallics 7MR
1 -EOC Metallics 8MR
1 -EOC Metallics 9MR
1 – FREE Metallics Color Chart
1 – Metallics Brochure

How to use:

  • Mix the Metallics shades with Oxid’o with a dilution ratio of 1:1.
  • The Metallics shades should be used to lighten up to 1 level, color tone-on-tone or darken lighter hair.
  • Mix the product in the same way as with the Evolution of the Color3 shades (with Oxid’o 10 or 20 Volume).
  • To lighten more than 1 level and ensure long-lasting highlights, it is recommended to first bleach hair and then apply the Metallics shades as toners.
  • Apply the mixture to dry unwashed hair. Leave on for 35 minutes,
    then rinse thoroughly and shampoo.

If you are a licensed salon professional in our distribution area, call 480-968-7980 to order or contact your MAKA sales consultant for details.

Strengthen, Protect, Detoxify and Repair with Quadraplex

With the dry, winter months in full swing, MAKA is spotlighting Oligo Professionel’s Quadraplex, an advanced, in-salon treatment that strengthens, protects, detoxifies and repairs!

Quadraplex is the most complete system of its category. It was created to offer the following 4 essential benefits to your hair: it strengthens, protects, detoxifies and repairs. Quadraplex should now be an integral part of your colour and lightening services and can also be used as a standalone treatment for long lasting results.

Combined with a home care regimen, Quadraplex will not only prevent hair damage and breakage but also ensure healthier, stronger, shinier and more beautiful hair.

Stylist Kit Offer includes: 

1 – PHASE I Hair Strengthener and Protector 3.4oz
Add to any chemical service to protect/repair.

1 – PHASE II Detoxifier 8.5oz
A detoxifier that removes chemical residue.

1 – PHASE III Hair Repairer and Protector 8.5oz
Repairs and restores hair’s natural integrity.

Licensed salon professionals in our distribution area can call 480-968-7980 to order or contact their MAKA sales consultant. Ask about how to save $14.99 on the kit during Jan/Feb 2017.

Hair For Fun 2017

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Experience Hair for Fun 2017! We’re back at Tempe Center for the Arts with top hair artists from around the world presenting the year’s most in-demand trends and  techniques. From your favorite brands’ latest looks to launches of the newest innovative products, you won’t want to miss this special event. Last year, tickets sold out fast. Get your ticket now because it won’t be the best show of the year without YOU!

HAIR FOR FUN 2017
Sunday, March 26th • 10a-6p • Registration Opens @ 9a

TEMPE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
700 W. Rio Salado Parkway • Tempe, AZ 85281

Call 480-968-7980 for tickets or see your MAKA sales consultant!

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COST
$79 (Includes admission to all theater presentations, entry to demonstration and shopping areas, and a gourmet al fresco box lunch.)

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ON STAGE

Misael Aponte
Misael Aponte is renowned as a colour visionary and platform artist, teaching a revolutionary approach to hair colour placement through his highly acclaimed classes and captivating hair shows. With infectious enthusiasm and innovative visuals, Misael shares his creative vision with colourists of all experience levels to educate and inspire the beauty industry. He is incredibly excited to have joined the Oligo Professionnel education team as their International Director of Colour in early 2015.

Damien Carney
Undeniably one of the most accomplished hairstylists in the last 20 years, Schwarzkopf Professional’s Damien Carney has amassed a portfolio reflecting a virtual “Who’s Who” in fashion and beauty. Music and film stars such as Ryan Gosling, Grace Jones, Olivia Munn and super models including Liberty Ross and Karen Mulder are just a few of the celebrities and top models who turned to Carney to create their image-defining hairstyles. Carney has appeared on ABC and NBC and also worked as the lead stylist on America’s Next Top Model.

Tatjanna Czypionka
As a true visionary of the hair industry, Tatjanna is recognized for her diverse experience. A highly regarded stage artist and mentor, she has played a key role in media productions and photo shoots. As Director of Education for Patrice Beauté and iPRO, Tatjanna’s uninhibited creative flare, exuberant personality, and solid technical background provide an understanding of color, cutting, styling and finishing that today’s forward thinking stylists demand.

Felix Fischer & Amy Stollmeyer
Pai-Shau’s dynamic duo starts with Swiss-born Felix Fischer, who has worked with brands such as Schwarzkopf, L’Oreal, Goldwell Color Zoom and Wella Trendvision. His editorial list includes influential international magazines such as Vogue, Vanity Fair and Marie Claire.

Born and raised on the Caribbean Island of Trinidad, Amy Stollmeyer has worked extensively in the professional haircare industry as an Education Manager, Global Creative Team Educator, Platform Artist and and Editorial Stylist.

Phillip Wilson
An inspirational powerhouse, ColorProof Evolved Color Care’s International Creative Director Phillip Wilson continues to be one of the most influential icons in the beauty industry. Phillip’s diverse resume includes experience as an elite salon owner, Creative Director for several highly successful companies, platform artist, educator and mentor. Wilson’s highly acclaimed, award-winning education and innovative haircutting technique paired with award-winning product perfection will elevate your skill set to the next level.

Presenting Brands:

  • ColorProof
  • Oligo Professionnel
  • Pai-Shau
  • Patrice Beauté
  • Schwarzkopf Professional

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DEMOS AND SHOPPING
You’ll love our hottest offers of the year! From exclusive kits to stock up sales, we’re busy putting together our best offers on our portfolio of brands. Plus, brand representatives will be on hand for demos and Q+A.

Exhibiting:

  • Alfaparf Milano
  • Bio Ionic
  • ColorProof
  • Grande Naturals
  • Hempz
  • iPro
  • Keratherapy
  • L’ANZA
  • Lock & Loaded
  • Neuma
  • Oligo Professionnel
  • Pai-Shau
  • Patrice Beauté
  • Schwarzkopf Professional

Call 480-968-7980 for tickets or see your MAKA sales consultant!

New! Demi Permanent Conditioner Kit

New Brazilian Professional Demi Permanent Conditioner, specifically formulated for use with b3 Brazilian Bond Builder, is designed to give stylists a new weapon against dry, damaged hair. This in-salon treatment provides deep conditioning benefits that last the client up to 12 washes – providing benefits long after the client leaves the chair.

Stylists are raving:

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b3 Demi Permanent Conditioner provides immediate repair and long-lasting conditioning for extremely damaged and chemically treated hair.

Want to learn more? Check out this instructional video featuring “Confessions of a Hairstylist” blogger, Jenny Strebe.