A new hair treatment has come to the salon this week! It is a new product designed to restore and bring back the health to your damaged and brittle hair, but how does it work you may ask.
K18 utilizes a breakthrough patented oligopeptide (K18Peptide™) which shuttles amino acids (the building blocks of hair) into the inner structure of the hair. Once inside the hair cortex, the unique amino-acid chain goes directly to the broken disulfide bonds to replace the lost amino acids, regenerating the bond and restoring ultimate strength, resilience and softness.
You can ask your stylist to use it on you with your next hair service, or buy the mask and use it at home!
Welcome to Quannessence Skincare. This new Canadian line of therapeutic and holistic professional products is arguably the most advanced cosmeceutical product line on the market!
The success of the line is spreading across the country and can be attributed to our products being botanically based yet highly functional in addressing most skin conditions. Our products incorporate high concentrations of active ingredients that compete with, or exceed, the efficiency of all other advanced skincare lines on the market without the use of parabens or other potentially harmful ingredients.
Quannessence is formulated to facilitate the corrective management of problematic skin conditions. The line is based on medical principles and a holistic approach in keeping with proven aesthetic techniques, rather than hype.
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REDKEN’S HISTORY
Paula Kent co-founded Redken Laboratories in 1960. As a young actress in the late 1950s, when hair was highly bleached and teased, Paula was challenged with baby fine hair and sensitive skin. On set in Hollywood, she constantly experienced allergic reactions to the products used by hairdressers and makeup artists. She visited dermatologists and hairdressers to find a solution, but no one could explain to her the science behind the products.
In a moment of inspiration, Paula realized that she could help millions of other people who needed gentle, high-performance products – and that professional hairdressers needed to know the chemistry of hair and skin, product ingredients and their relationship to beautiful, healthy hair.
Using $3,000 she earned from appearing in a beer commercial, Paula Kent and her hairdresser, Jheri Redding (forming the name “REDKEN”) started Redken with three products and an intensive education program for hairdressers. The formulas were developed based on three principles:
Protein technology (since hair is composed primarily of protein) An acidic pH of 4.5-5.5, complementing the natural pH of the hair and skin Products recommended exclusively by licensed cosmetologists in professional salons With this, Paula Kent revolutionized the professional haircare industry for both stylists and clients. Her pioneering spirit is cherished and she leaves behind a legacy that sustains the brand today.
REDKEN’S MILESTONES
1960S: BEAUTY THROUGH SCIENCE ATTRACTS A CULT FOLLOWING
American actress Paula Kent and her hairdresser Jheri Redding start Redken with $3000 and three products
Founded on the science of protein and moisture, Amino Pon and PPT gain a cult following
Visionary hairstylist Vidal Sassoon partners with Redken and tours the country on their behalf
1970S: OUR MESSAGE HITS THE ROAD
Redken pioneers education in the industry by focusing on science and business
Redken hosts 500 salon professionals in 1974 – the first Redken “Symposium”
1980S: HAIRCOLOR IS REVOLUTIONIZED
Shades EQ Equalizing Color Gloss, one of the biggest breakthroughs in haircolor, is introduced in 1983
Extreme haircare products combine protein with moisture to strengthen distressed hair
Redken launches in 13 countries around the world
1990S: WE ADD “5TH AVENUE NYC” TO OUR NAME
In 1993, Redken is sold to beauty industry leader L’Oreal
After a devastating earthquake, Redken moves from California to L’Oreal headquarters on 5th Avenue in NYC
Redken establishes itself as a fashion brand at the forefront of trends
The Redken Exchange, the industry’s leading resource for learning, opens its doors in 1996
2000S: WE BECOME THE RUNWAY AUTHORITY
Redken partners with world-renowned hairstylist Guido
Redken becomes a leader in backstage beauty, sending a team of artists to fashion week in New York, Milan, Paris and London
2010S: THE INNOVATION, FASHION & INSPIRATION CONTINUE
Product innovations such as CHROMATICS, Curvaceous, Diamond Oil, Blonde Idol, and Redken Styling’s Pillow Proof Blow Dry and Flex collections help you showcase your talents and grow your business
2014: NEW WAYS TO CONNECT AND COMMUNICATE
New experience-led visuals including must-watch videos, inspiring images and tips engage and connect with clients in the way they want to interact – online and on-the-go
A range of muses and influencers share their inspiration and stories with stylists and consumers through social media outlets and our website
New services opportunities and merchandising to animate salons and increase business
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Kevin the
Session Stylist
A master of his profession, no one understands the transformative power of hair better than Kevin Murphy. His work has graced the covers of all the major global print publications, and he has directed hair teams for countless high-profile fashion houses. Having trained at Vidal Sassoon in London, Kevin returned to Australia to establish himself as one of the country’s most sought-after stylists.
Today, Kevin remains at the forefront of an industry that he is deeply committed to and passionate about. From leading the trends with new, innovative hair designs, to creating ground-breaking products that are both kind to the environment and to the hair, Kevin Murphy is recognised amongst his peers as a visionary in the creation of modern hairdressing products and tools.
A Natural plant-derived surfactants create rich, luxurious lathers that help moisturise and nourish the hair, and all KEVIN.MUPRHY products are naturally free of sulphate surfactants.
Our Washes use only sulphate-free surfactants that effectively cleanse and remove surface oil and dirt, without stripping or depleting hair colour. AHA’s or fruit acids derived from Sugar Cane work to gently exfoliate the hair’s surface without drying or depleting its natural moisture.
Paraben-free Rinses smooth and moisturise the surface of the hair. Nourishing and moisturising agents from Mango and Murumuru Butter help smooth the cuticle and soften hair from root to tip.
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Our talented service providers attend advanced training each year to further their education, stay on top of trends, and to get inspired!
We operate on a tiered/leveled pricing structure, which is based upon the service provider’s level of expertise, experience, and demand on their time.
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