Manushi Chhillar flaunts great hair as Wella Professionals’ brand ambassador

Actress and Miss World 2017 Manushi Chhillar is the first Indian face of the global hair brand Wella Professionals. The announcement was made at the Grand Finale of TrendVision 2024-25, the brand’s prestigious platform celebrating hair artistry and creativity.

Chhillar, known for her passion for beauty and advocacy for change, embodies the brand’s mission of staying ahead of trends and empowering individuality. This strategic partnership reinforces Wella Professionals’ commitment to innovation and excellence in the Indian hair care and salon segment.

The Bridal Retreat makes its debut

The Bridal Retreat, India’s first purpose-driven luxury experience for brides-to-be, debuts from July 9-15, 2025, at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. Designed as a six-day residential retreat, it goes beyond traditional pre-wedding prep to focus on the woman behind the bride. Blending elegance with emotional wellness, the retreat features curated sessions on body confidence, financial awareness and soulful self-care. Industry icons like nutrition and lifestyle medicine expert Luke Coutinho, celebrity makeup Artist Namrata Soni, and filmmaker Vishal Punjabi will lead curated workshops.

Soni says, “Bridal beauty isn’t about the perfect look – it’s about feeling beautiful from within. The Bridal Retreat helps brides reconnect with their true selves before they walk down the aisle.”

Esskay Beauty Resources launched the Esskay Hairdressing School (EHS)

Esskay Beauty Resources launched the Esskay Hairdressing School (EHS) to empower the next generation of hair artists through high-quality, hands-on education. Backed by over 20 years of experience and having trained over 50,000 professionals, EHS offers internationally certified courses ranging from a 12-week foundation in cut and colour to 5-day advanced intensives. Led by veteran educator Rajesh Lakher, EHS provides job placement support, flexible payment options, internships, and portfolio guidance. Designed for both beginners and professionals, the academy aims to set a new benchmark in Indian hair education by blending global standards with practical training.

KT Professional, JioStar launch India’s first paediatric-approved haircare

KT Professional has partnered with JioStar Consumer Products to launch KT Kids, India’s first paediatric-approved, dermatologically tested natural haircare range for children aged 3–12. Introduced during Mother’s Day week, KT Kids is designed as a safe, effective solution for common concerns like tangles, dryness and scalp sensitivity.

The range features SpongeBob SquarePants, bringing fun and familiarity to haircare routines. Tailored for two age groups (3-7 years and 8-12 years) the formulations are toxin-free and crafted to make haircare enjoyable and stress-free for both kids and parents.

This launch marks a major step for KT Kids in India’s FMCG space, blending science, safety, and sentiment. With its playful appeal and thoughtful formulation, KT Kids is a celebration of modern parenting and a tribute to the everyday care mothers put into their children’s well-being.

Ananya Birla announces entry into the beauty world with LOVETC

The Office of Ananya Birla at the Aditya Birla Group is making a striking entry into India’s premium beauty space with the launch of LOVETC, a homegrown colour cosmetics brand under Birla Cosmetics Pvt Ltd (BCPL). LOVETC aims to fill a gap in the Indian market with high-performance, quality-driven makeup designed for today’s beauty enthusiasts. The launch lineup features advanced lipsticks, long-wear eyeliners and volumising mascaras, delivering impactful results with each use.

With India’s beauty market projected to more than double by FY2032, LOVETC is poised to ride this growth wave. Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor has been announced as the brand’s ambassador, bringing her fresh, modern energy to the forefront of this vibrant launch.

Industry veteran Sushant Mehta launches Bellance Salon

Beauty and grooming expert Sushant Mehta has launched his own premium salon brand, Bellance Salon, marking a major milestone in his 16-year career. Known for leading operations at top chains like Cut & Style and Affinity, Mehta now brings his personal vision to life with Bellance. Positioned as a luxury destination, Bellance focuses on detailed consultations, premium products and a hospitality-first approach. The salon offers a wide range of hair, skin, grooming and wellness services, with plans to introduce a med-beauty aesthetics vertical soon.

Bellance will expand via a franchise model, providing partners with 360° support that will cover planning, hiring, marketing, and an AI-enabled CRM system. The upcoming Bellance Academy will ensure consistent training and service standards. The brand will first roll out in Delhi-NCR, followed by expansions to Dubai, London, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Chennai, and eventually across India.

HUL enters professional beauty space with Nexxus

Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has introduced Nexxus in India, marking its entry into the professional beauty segment. This move reinforces HUL’s commitment to serving premium and high-growth markets with science-backed, high-performance products. Originating in New York in 1979, Nexxus was founded by chemist and stylist Jheri Redding. The brand pioneered proteomic science, focusing on proteins as the foundation of hair structure. Its formulations use Trillion Protein Transfusion Technology, infusing lipids and proteins deep into the hair cortex to repair and strengthen hair.

With just one use, Nexxus claims to make hair 11x stronger while maintaining its natural sheen. The products are specifically tailored for Indian climate and water conditions, offering a luxurious yet effective solution for discerning consumers. The Oil Resurrection Serum is the brand’s hero product, promising to restore virgin-quality hair in just six drops. All Nexxus products are paraben- and sulphate-free, aligning with the brand’s clean beauty philosophy.

Moroccanoil launches Scalp Care Collection in India

Moroccanoil, the global leader in argan oil-infused beauty products, has launched its Scalp Care Collection in India. Designed to address varied scalp concerns, the range aims to cleanse, treat, and balance the scalp to support healthy hair growth. The collection features a hand-selected botanical blend of fumaria, swertia japonica and bioactive antioxidants, known for soothing irritation, shielding the scalp from environmental damage and promoting improved hair growth. Infused with Moroccanoil’s signature argan oil, rich in vitamin E, essential fatty acids and antioxidants, the range delivers deep nourishment and revitalisation.

With a natural, spa-like fragrance of lavender, tea tree and bergamot oils, the products offer both therapeutic care and a sensorial experience. This launch reinforces Moroccanoil’s commitment to science-backed, holistic haircare solutions tailored to meet evolving consumer needs in the Indian market.