Hair Flair

Four batches of the Ramani Fernando, Sunsilk Hair and Beauty Academy made their debut in their fabulous graduation ceremony 2008, full of grandeur, last Tuesday in Galadari. Senaka de Silva, after a considerable absence from the scene, came back to make this event a success as Producer and Choreographer of the show.

The show consisted of four totally different segments by the four batches. It was a red carpet event that included four segments, based on completely contrasting themes. The first segment - Inspiration flora - featured styles inspired by the `flower power era’. Techno Vision, intended for the clubbing crowd, featured teenage trends with their fluorescent looks.

The Forties Glamour session had been based on hairstyles of `40s actresses. Last but not the least, Black and Blonde featured contemporary hair and makeup in a fusion of black and blonde.

With over 60 models; hairdressers - top in the business - the glamour and the whole nine yards, the show was a blast. Unilever and Sunsilk together with Ramani Fernando with this show, intends to help entrepreneurs make their mark in the industry.

Its objective is to help the young generation of hairdressers to explore creativity while educating them on how to survive in the world of business. Out of the 145 students who have so far graduated from the Ramani Fernando Sunsilk Hair and Beauty Academy, Sunsilk has provided full scholarships to 64 students.

The Ramani Fernando Sunsilk Hair and Beauty Academy has joined hands with Unilever to transform the definition of a contemporary hairdresser, said Saumya Perera, Sansilk Brand Manager for Unilever. Unilever is the largest marketer of some of Sri Lanka’s leading products.

She also said that Sunsilk’s new motto Life can’t wait depicts their attempt to empower the young generation by educating them on personal grooming and providing career advancement possibilities like this very venture.