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The brand will be available at SalonCentric stores beginning August 1, 2018.

DESIGN.MEproducts will now be carried by SalonCentric, distributor of salon professional products, operating in 48 states and with more than 565 stores. This national partnership between DESIGN.ME and SalonCentric will offer stylists the opportunity to purchase DESIGN.ME products in SalonCentric stores throughout the U.S. and at SalonCentric.com, beginning August 1st 2018.
DESIGN.ME started with a volumizing powder spray in a pump called Puff.ME but it was just the beginning for four friends from Montreal who launched DESIGN.ME, an innovative, high-performance styling and hair care brand designed for hair artists and their clients who aren’t afraid to stand up and be noticed. Now the brand has evolved into a full line that focuses on creativity, possibility and innovation. DESIGN.ME is free of sulfates, parabens or gluten, while also being cruelty-free and vegan.
“We are delighted to be partnering with SalonCentric in this rapidly evolving professional landscape. Their ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service, business-building support, education and cutting-edge products designed to support professional salons, stylists and their customers, is completely aligned with our mission and philosophy. We look forward to a long and successful relationship,” commented Safir Shnayderman, CEO, DESIGN.ME
“SalonCentric works hard to provide the most innovative and quality products to our salons and stylists, and DESIGN.ME is a brand that meets these requirements,” said Steve Orzel, Vice President of Merchandising & Planning for SalonCentric. "We are proud to be the exclusive, national partner of DESIGN.ME and are sure our stylists will find the brand a fresh and distinctive introduction. We look forward to growing DESIGN.ME’s success within SalonCentric stores and on SalonCentric.com."
SalonCentric will carry the full line, which includes:
Puff.MEVolumizing Powder Mist The first-ever, original lightweight, odorless powder in a pump that creates maximum volume and the perfect texture for updo’s and braids.
Puff.ME Light A lighter version of the popular Puff.ME adds instant volume to fine to medium hair.
PowderDRY.ME an incredible microemulsion that decreases blow-drying time by up to 50% while controlling frizz and providing heat and UV protection.
Fab.ME - The mother of all leave-in treatments! With 18 benefits in 1 product, Fab.ME breathes new life into hair with a formula that defends against color fade, split ends, breakage, free radicals and heat damage. The fabulosity doesn’t end there but includes light conditioning, shine and luster, hydration, strength and volume.
Hold.ME This hairspray is no one-trick pony but rather a unique, adjustable hairspray that provides three levels of support lush locks will love. With just a twist, you can modify the level of hold from light to medium to strong.
Puff.ME Volumizing Shampoo and Conditioner The dynamic duo adds intense volume to hair with a weightless sulfate- and gluten-free formula that offers deep hydration and luscious shine while infusing the hair with volume.

This shared recognition celebrates the strength of industry collaboration in advancing professional mobility.

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