Wella Professionals, the world’s No.1 Salon Color Brand, culminated its highly anticipated TrendVision 2024-25 competition with a spectacular Grand Finale held at Andaz, New Delhi. The prestigious event witnessed 21 of India’s most talented hairstylists showcasing breathtaking artistry and innovation, judged by an esteemed panel including Wella Global Ambassador Alexis Ferrer, Bollywood icon Manushi Chhillar, renowned beauty editor Nandini Bhalla, and leading hair expert Adhuna Bhabani.
Inspired by the radiant “Golden Hour,” this year’s TrendVision celebrated warmth and luminosity in hair artistry. The finalists pushed creative boundaries, presenting masterful transformations that left the judges in awe. The competition highlighted the exceptional skill and fearlessness within the Indian hairdressing community.
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The winners of TrendVision 2024-25 were announced as:
Color Visionary: Lalruattluanga (Mapui Salon, Shillong) & Ravi Raj Joiya (Mumbai)
Craft Visionary: Khushal Mali (Roots Makeover, Udaipur) & Sapna Alay (Vurve Salon, Bangalore)
Academy Star: Netra Vilas (BBlunt Academy, Mumbai) & Nidhi (Orane Academy, Chandigarh)
These winners have earned the incredible opportunity to represent India at Wella’s Global Destination Event and gain exclusive access to a masterclass with Alexis Ferrer. The Academy Star winners will also benefit from an exclusive training internship with Wella India.
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Adding to the excitement, Wella Professionals unveiled the relaunch of its iconic demi-permanent hair color range, Color Touch, now featuring a built-in Metal Purifier. This ammonia-free, low-commitment line boasts a vegan formula and over 50+ multi-dimensional shades, delivering vibrant, natural-looking results and unmatched shine across all hair types. Wella also introduced new signature Color Touch services like Grey Blending, Color Refresh, Color Touch Melt, and the First-Time Gentle Color Experience, empowering stylists to create bespoke, high-impact looks. The innovative Color Touch Melt technique, blending 3-5 shades for a seamless, couture effect, is set to redefine modern hair color.
Pravesh Saha, General Manager, Wella India and South Asia, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “TrendVision is back and bigger than ever, serving as the ultimate platform for dreamers. It’s the ultimate stage for dreamers. This season’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From initial inspiration to the final reveal, each stylist has displayed an extreme level of precision & skill. The semi-finals proved to be an exhibit of passion, demonstrating the dedication and expertise that define this craft. The finale took the competition to another level, with the display of unthinkable creations leaving us seasoned experts stunned.”
He added, “Wella Company remains at the forefront of creative excellence, providing a platform for stylists to experiment and innovate. With TrendVision making a powerful comeback, we are driving a new era of hairdressing in India. Additionally, the new Color Touch range, now featuring an in-built metal purifier technology and dynamic new shades, opens up limitless possibilities for color expression, empowering stylists to push their creativity even further.”
Speaking exclusively with StyleSpeak, Manushi Chhillar said, “Looking back at my own journey, I deeply appreciate platforms like Trend Vision that discover talent from every corner of our country, providing crucial stepping stones for those pursuing their dreams, regardless of their background. This resonates with me personally, and I’m excited to see Wella championing such opportunities.”
