Qiqi Masterclass Tour: Cape Town and Johannesburg – February 2026
Qiqi is bringing its highly anticipated Masterclass Series to South Africa this February, with two exclusive events taking place in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Led by international educator Sophia Montalbano, this education-focused experience is designed for professional stylists who want to refine their skills, deepen their understanding of hair texture, and grow their salon business.
Two Cities. Two Dates. One Exceptional Education Experience.
To accommodate stylists across the country, the Qiqi Masterclass will be hosted in two locations:
Cape Town Masterclass
Venue: Scar, 133 Bree Street
Date: 16 February 2026
Time: 10:00 – 15:00
Johannesburg Masterclass
Venue: MHB Studio, Midrand
Date: 17 February 2026
Time: 10:00 – 15:00
Cost: R1,250 per person (incl. VAT)
Tickets include snacks, refreshments, and a special takeaway for attendees.
Fresh from the Global Stage
Sophia arrives in South Africa on 14 February (a Valentine’s gift to the Qiqi community), coming directly from an intensive international education tour across London, Milan, Malta, Taiwan, and Dubai. This means South African stylists will benefit from the latest global insights, techniques, and trends, delivered straight from the international stage into a local, hands-on learning environment.
Learn from International Educator Sophia Montalbano
With over 18 years of experience as an international educator, Sophia Montalbano is widely respected for her ability to translate advanced technique into practical, salon-ready results. Trained at Toni & Guy London, Sophia specialises in styling and creating beautiful, manageable, healthy hair, with a strong focus on texture.
Her passion lies in educating stylists to better understand hair behaviour, improve consistency in results, and build confidence behind the chair—skills that directly support long-term business growth.
What Stylists Can Expect
The Qiqi Masterclass offers a focused educational experience covering:
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Advanced styling and texture understanding
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Techniques for creating manageable, healthy hair
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Insight into safe, innovative, high-performance products
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Practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in the salon
Qiqi is globally recognised for its commitment to innovation, quality ingredients, and professional performance, and this masterclass reflects that commitment through high-level education tailored to real salon environments.
How to Book Your Seat (Important)
All bookings must be made via email.
To reserve your place, please email elizma.c@mhbsa.com and include the following information in full:
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Name and surname
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Salon name
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Region (Cape Town or Johannesburg)
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Contact number
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Email address
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MHB account number
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Sales representative name
Incomplete booking details may delay confirmation.
Limited Seats Available
To ensure an intimate and effective learning environment, attendance is limited to only two stylists per salon per event. Seats are strictly limited and expected to fill quickly.
For education updates and insights, follow @qiqieducation_sophiamontalbano on Instagram.