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SPRING 2016

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EDITOR’S LETTER

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Welcome to our first issue of 2016!

We hope you’re ready to make your business bigger and better this year!

The feature we’re most excited about is our face to face meeting with the man himself, Errol Douglas. On page 20 Errol gives a frank account of his rise to success and why he’ll never stop aiming for the top. You’ll find more motivation on page 18, where nail technician Julie-Anne Lariviere shares her diary with us, in our new feature, A Week In My Shoes.

/ 07 CAPITAL NEWS What’s happening in our world

On page 14 we’re talking to four of the best in the hair business about what drives them and what to look out for in 2016 – we’re calling them The Influencers.

/ 10 GET THE LOOK Choose between a beautifully twisted updo or a delicate braided style / 14 THE INFLUENCERS We talk business with four of the best in the hair world

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/ 18 A WEEK IN MY SHOES Our brand new focus on industry professionals

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Over on page 28 we give you a no-holdsbarred look at the top cut, colour, style and nail trends for 2016, and on page 36, we put the spotlight on a furniture customer. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to dive right into this new year and make it YOURS! As always, we’d love to find out what you’d like to see more of in your Capital magazine, so say hi at grace@capitalhb.co.uk.

/ 20 MR MOTIVATOR We sit down with the master Errol Douglas / 26 BIG DAY BUSINESS Michele Harding-Maher talks bridal beauty

To purchase or find information on our latest products visit www.capitalhairandbeauty.co.uk

/ 28 SPRING TRANSFORMATION Six pages of Spring inspiration

ON THE COVER Given that our big feature this issue is with Errol Douglas, it makes sense that his magic touch is featured in this gorgeous shot from Karine Jackson!

Errol gave the creative direction for this beautiful shot.

Hair: Karine Jackson Makeup: Margaret Aston Photography: Andrew O’Toole

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/ 09 WHAT’S NEW We’ve got some fabulous new products for you!

/ 36 SPOTLIGHT ON FURNITURE Meet Cheveux hair salon / 42 THE COLLECTIONS Three fabulous hair collections to inspire and excite! / 48 STORE FINDER Where to find your nearest Capital store!

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NEW STORE We just had to kick off another year with another store! Come and visit our new Worthing Local store to choose from the largest selection of professional hair and beauty products in the area.

TALK TO US! Social media is a great tool to bring you closer to the rest of your professional community.

On our Facebook we’re always ready to share a complicated colour question, and we love tweeting about your hair and nail work! All you need to do to let us know if you’ve got a question or something to show us, is tag us using #capitalhair or #capitalcreations.

What’s more, following us on social media also means you’ll be the first to know when one of our popular competitions is about to kick off!

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KEEPING IT CLEAN We’ve got two amazing new ranges from Schwarzkopf that we know you’ll want to play with in 2016.

First, there’s Igora Royal Absolutes SilverWhite, the first beautifying colour for natural-looking multi-tonal silver hues, coming in Silver, Dove Grey and Grey Lilac. This demi-permanent colour contains Siliamine and Collagen, to keep hair healthier and brighter. There’s also a SilverWhite spray to keep colour super fresh and clean.

Next, there’s the thoroughly on-trend Igora Royal Nude Tones collection, which is all about the current love of all things nude and natural. Inspired by makeup trends, such as strobing and contouring, this pretty, earthy range of six colours is infused with rosy undertones, offering a shade of nude for 90 percent of all clients! From £6.60/€8.20

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This third and final step in the ColorpHlex process preserves hair strength and colour and gives you a new retail opportunity too! £9.75/€12.50

SPLIT-ENDER PRO DRESSED FOR The Split-Ender Pro is the latest innovation THE PART that’s sure to increase your salon service profits. Designed by Victor C. Talavera, the Split-Ender Pro is a cordless split end trimmer that leaves clients with smoother hair and finely trimmed ends that mean they can keep growing their hair in between salon visits.

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Sometimes the easiest, most efficient and stylish option is to kit you and your team out in one of our new tunics. Whether you want to perform spa treatments in a beautiful tunic with Mandarin collar or wish to kit your nail team out in our two tone tunics, we’ve got the right look - and colour - for any occasion. From £24.95/€29.95

FINISHING TOUCH Launching exclusively in salons, L’Oréal Professionnel Hair Touch Up, is a great in-between-colour appointments product for clients wanting to keep up the grey coverage. Available in Dark Blonde, Light Brown, Brown and Black, Touch Up is formulated with makeup pigments, blending seamlessly with the hair to give great coverage. Best on dry, styled hair. £7.95 ex VAT/€9.95

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GET THE LOOK To achieve this style, first blowdry the hair using a heat protection mist. It’s important to achieve the perfect smooth, sleek base for the hair, with plenty of shine. If you want to get the hair looking super straight you may want to smooth it more with a straightener.

Separate the front and back of the head, working from the crown to the back of the ears. Use a tail comb to keep your sections clean and precise. Brush the hair into two ponytails – they can be positioned anywhere you would like the detail to be. In this shot, we positioned one ponytail at the crown and one at the front to concentrate the detail on the top. Once you have the technique down – why not try keeping the detailing at the back of the head?

To keep your sections clean and tight, use an oval dressing brush and apply hairspray to the brush prior to putting the hair into a ponytail.

Secure the ponytails using contrasting coloured elastics; we used black for a statement modern look against blonde hair but you can experiment with different shades depending on your client’s hair colour.

Secure elastics in 1-2 inch intervals down the length of the ponytails. Secure the sections with hairpins across the head, using a visual approach to see where the hair sits best to create a good shape. Once secure you can fan out the sections slightly to dress out the hair.

Finish with a high gloss spray.

1 Head Jog 112 Oval Brush £4.95/€5.95 | 2 Pro Tip Pin Tail Comb £1.08/€3.15 | 3 Scunci Hair Elastics £1.95/€2.45 | 4 Osmo Blinding Shine Finisher £4.40 | 5 Loreal Tecni:Art Fiz Anti Frizz £7/€8.45

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GET THE LOOK An elegant look with the tiniest hint of braiding, we had to ask Peter Prosser’s Sam Millard for the steps to recreate this pretty look; great for brides with long hair too!

Begin by prepping the hair with a hair oil to smoothe, hydrate and give shine, then blowdry straight and smooth with a bend on the ends. Once the hair is dry, take a small section from the parting to the ear and clip it aside to create the plait later on.

sheen and sleekness and pull the hair into a ponytail at the nape of the neck. Next roll the hair into a low chignon and grip into place. To create the plait, start it from the scalp leaving a strand of hair out on every other section.

Then secure it behind the ear and join the ends into the chignon. Finish with a spritz of finishing spray and layer it with a hint of a light oil spray for subtle shine.

With the remaining hair apply a small amount of a smoothing pomade to add

1 Tigi Bed Head Headrush Spray Shine £7.50/€11.85 | 2 Macadamia healing Oil Spray £12.90/€16.20 3 Schwarzkoph Super hold Hair Spray £4.14/€5.25 | 4 Hair Tools Pins & Grips Session Kit £7.30/€9.15

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JOHANNA CREE BROWN Artistic Director, Trevor Sorbie

Who do you see as a major industry influencer and why?

So many! For so many different reasons.

Trevor Sorbie is the original one. He led the way for us all to follow. Eugene Souleiman has an unbeatable, genuine, raw creativity. Guido Palau makes hair relevant and sets the order of all new hair trends we didn’t even know we wanted. Zoe Irwin, because she’s the ultimate cool chick hairdresser!

How has the hair world changed over the past 10 years?

It’s become so much more visual and fastpaced. The standard of creativity has been raised with new platforms like Instagram and new competitions, etc. The hair world’s connection to the fashion world, with its

relationship to the art world, is deepening. It makes for some really exciting times ahead!

How will the hair world change over the next 10 years?

The young generation have started the process and are changing the way it is, was and has always been. There will also be more women at the top of their game creatively, with the likes of Anna Chapman, Kim Rance and Sophia Hilton leading the way. Hairdressers in general will have more opportunities to add different dimensions to their working week with diverse collaborations that span countries, locations, product companies, artists etc, which will strengthen the industry as a whole.

What needs to change within the hair industry?

More recognition and more room at the top for women in our industry.

What was the last mistake you made?

I didn’t read the label on a product and as I was too impatient, I ruined an effect I was trying to create. I need to try again...

Do you have a mantra that you live by?

Always try to evolve. Don’t let other people’s negativity hold you back.

Do you think every salon should create a collection?

It’s essential. No question about that.

Do you ever doubt yourself?

Absolutely.

What advice do you have for Capital readers?

Have fun with hair. Enjoy this amazing industry and the people it attracts.

KEVIN KAHAN Owner, Kevin Kahan

How has the hair world changed over the past 10 years?

Hair has changed as customers’ expectations have changed, as a result of the celebrity world becoming more mainstream. Technology is changing at an incredible rate.

What comes first in your priorities: creating art or making money?

I need to make money to be able to create art in the form of photographic imagery.

It is important for me that all the work that leaves my salon exudes quality and fulfils my clients’ expectations. This in turn creates a successful springboard from which I can indulge my artistic side.

What success means to me Success is creating a legacy; where I am remembered as being a decent man who helped educate, create and inspire many

artists who are all successful in their own right.

What needs to change within the industry?

The hair industry needs to be better supported by the colleges. We do all our own in-house training as the college courses don’t support the actuality of salon life. I would like to see a return to the traditional apprenticeship scheme supported by the government.

What mantra do you live by?

My mantra is to practice what I preach and to stay positive as much as possible.

What is the biggest mistake you have made?

The biggest mistake I have made over previous years is not shouting enough about the quality that we offer in this salon and showing the outside world what a great space we have, with a fantastic team.

Do you think every salon should have a collection?

I think that every salon that wants to be noticed should create a collection that reflects their artistry.

Do you ever doubt yourself?

I doubt myself regularly but I try to stay close to my aims and objectives to keep things running on the right tracks.

What is going to be the cut for 2016?

The cuts I love for 2016 are the savage, shaggy, Beatles-style cuts that expose the ears for an androgynous flavour and edgy attitude.

What advice do you have for Capital readers?

I would advise Capital readers to keep offering the best quality to their clients and stay true to their own artistic integrity when creating collections - don’t try to emulate, innovate.

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CHRISTEL LUNDQVIST Global Creative Technical Director at TIGI and future salon owner

Who do you see as a major industry influencer and why?

Bloggers! I think fashion has had a huge impact on hairdressing over the last few years and the way trends are communicated via bloggers has become very influential. It’s affected the way hair is styled and has pushed natural textures, braids, undone hair and on-trend ponytails. They have the power to elevate trends, blasting them to the consumer.

How has the hair world changed over the past 10 years?

I think the way clients look at colour has totally changed in the last 10 years. Colour has become equal, if not superior as a salon service. There is now a huge synergy between cut and colour, but also there are many more clients coming in for colour services alone.

How will the hair world change over the next 10 years?

Education will increasingly grow in

importance. I think this is in part due to consumer demand and their increased knowledge of what is achievable. The way we do education is changing too. Already we are communicating through the online facilities and together with social media this can only bring about change and on-going development in the way we teach and communicate.

What comes first in your priorities: creating art, or making money?

You have to love what you do first. If you focus on your skills and your ability, the money will come.

What success means to me Doing something every day that makes me happy.

What needs to change within the hair industry?

Be honest! Hairdressers need to become more open to consumer demands and to the changing fashions. Technically I think hairdressers have come a long way over the last few years; now they need to work

on ‘suitability’, working with what suits the client’s face shape, complexion, colouring, lifestyle and fashion style.

What was the last mistake you made?

Picking the wrong stage outfit. I wore a pair of trousers that looked awful in the photos.

Do you have a mantra that you live by?

Believe you deserve it and the universe will give it to you.

Do you think every salon should create a collection?

Creating a collection is good motivation, can be inspiring and promote teamwork and it’s a good way to show clients your image, but I wouldn’t say it’s a necessity. These positives can be achieved in other ways too. It just depends on your goals and vision.

What is going to be the colour for 2016?

Rose Quartz and beige.

What advice do you have to give to Capital readers?

Never stop learning or motivating yourself.

ANDY HEASMAN International Creative Director at Rush

Who do you see as a major industry influencer and why?

My colleague Tina Farey. I have the privilege of working with her every day and see first hand the impact and influence she has on those she comes into contact with. There aren’t enough females being recognised for their skill and creativity in the industry and I think this is something we need to look at.

How has the hair world changed over the past 10 years?

Education has got better, which means the standard of hairdressing has improved.

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generation to learn faster. There is a strong visual technique giving the youth more opportunity to break boundaries and push the industry forward.

What success means to me To me, success is waking up happy. Getting up every morning and loving what you do is what success feels like.

What needs to change within the hair industry?

The attitude of the youth. There needs to be more discipline and more genuine passion.

Without sounding old – when I was younger we did everything out of love and to master our craft. We took up every opportunity possible and said ‘yes’ to everything. Today that motivation seems to be lacking.

Do you have a mantra that you live by?

Yes, treat everyone as you wish to be treated.

Do you ever doubt yourself?

Yes, you have to in order to produce your best. Doubt keeps you on your toes and keeps you alert. I believe that the best in the industry still doubt themselves. It could be before they go on stage; these doubts make you up your game.

What is going to be the cut for 2016?

There will be an asymmetrical influence in 2016 and it will work best with a long bob.

What advice do you have for Capital readers?

Say ‘yes’ more often, especially if you are starting out in your career. Never let an opportunity pass you by.

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ANDY HEASMAN, RUSH

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ABOUT JULIE-ANNE Qualifications: I trained at Ginette Pharand nail school in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada, where I learned all the basics to become a nail technician.

Location: I work in Maidstone town centre in Kent, and live in Larkfield, a small village on the outskirts of Maidstone.

Years in the business: Six. First job: Working in a small family owned supermarket called Provigo for three years when I was 16, where I would do pretty much everything from till to stacking shelves. Not very glamorous at all!

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MONDAY Although Monday is usually my day off I often have to squeeze in some work at home as there are not enough hours in my normal working week. I’ll answer emails and phone/ text clients back that might have called over the weekend or I’ll create designs for Salon System’s upcoming collections if I’m too busy to do it Tuesday to Friday.

TUESDAY It’s the first day back to work after the weekend, so I like to get up nice and early on a Tuesday, usually around 6:15am so I can get ready and not have to rush. I always spare at least an hour in the morning so I can have a big breakfast and my much needed coffee. This is very important as I do not get time to stop and have a lunch break, so to avoid feeling faint half-way through the day I have to eat a lot at breakfast!

I usually get to the salon at around 9am so I can maybe answer some emails, fold towels, prepare my clients’ files and tools and get their record cards out. I’m with clients from 10am until 4pm. I like to give myself plenty of time for each one to make sure they get exactly what they want, and I don’t run out of time or end up late for my next client, so I usually see no more than 4-6 clients. Once I finish with my last customer, I will write the services in detail on every clients’ record card so I can remember for next time what I’ve done previously. I’ll put their files and tools away (every client has their own file and tool bag – I find this more hygienic), clean my desk thoroughly and get it ready for the next day. I leave the salon around 4:30 or 5:00pm. When I get home I’ll text my clients to remind them of their appointment for the next day and maybe squeeze in some writing if I need to write an article or answer questions for a magazine.

WEDNESDAY Wednesdays are a late night day at the salon so I try and have a lie-in. I head in to work for around 10:30 or 11:30am, depending what time my first customer is due. Some days I might be out of the salon altogether, working on a photo shoot. The most recent one was for our website and online adverts.

We had two models and it was a two-day

shoot, working with hairstylist Franco Vallelonga, makeup artist Margo Holder and photographer Claire Harrison.

I had to create around five or six different looks each day so it was pretty full on! But I absolutely loved it! I love working with makeup artists and hairstylists; it’s great to work all together to create different looks, and always inspiring!

THURSDAY Thursdays also often mean a late night but not as late as Wednesdays. Although every day is busy, Thursdays are usually the quietest so I try to fit in anything that isn’t client-related that day. Every year I work with Salon System at Olympia Beauty. We are usually mainly there for demonstrating new products and to give advice to other nail technicians. I love working there as I often get to meet some of my Twitter/Instagram followers who I’ve been helping out over the year. It’s great when people come to you to say that your work has inspired them! Last year, I got to create a fab Gellux manicure for the lovely Olivia Cox , a TV presenter.

SATURDAY The most manic day of all! Saturdays are for clients only, so I rarely get time to do anything else but sit and do manicures all day long. My day starts at 5:30am so I make sure I have a big breakfast again. There’s no way I can take time to eat on Saturdays, not even 10 minutes. I get to the salon for around 8am, where I set up everything ready for the day. It’s important everything is out and ready for every client as I do not have any spare time in between each appointment.

I usually finish with my clients at around 4:30pm, then do my big weekly clean up.

I’ll vacuum, clean shelves, give the desk a thorough clean, wipe bottles and replace everything that might have gone out of place during the week. I also put the washing machine on for my towels while I start my end of week paperwork. I usually finish at around 5:30 or 6pm then head to my local coffee shop for a well-deserved cappuccino before I head home!

FRIDAY Fridays are always busy! I get up nice and early and have a big breakfast. I try to get to work for 9am so I can set up, then often I need to do a trip to the post office to send nail swatches to Salon System. Their deadlines are usually on a Monday so I have to make sure they get it on time. If I get enough time I also try to go to the shop to get washing liquid, cleaning products etc for the salon if I haven’t had a chance to go earlier in the week. My first client arrives at 10am and I am non-stop until 6pm. Then it’s my usual tidy up and remind clients for the next day.

JULIE-ANNE’S ADVICE Get yourself some good qualifications and get some practice. Don’t get down if you are struggling, as practice makes things better. If I look at the work I used to do six years ago versus what I can do now, it is like comparing day and night!

Once you’re more comfortable, get yourself on social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram and/or Facebook. Post pictures of your work and tag relevant brands/people. I was discovered by Salon System on Twitter three years ago and all I used to do was post pictures of my work and tag them in the post.

I now work for them as a freelance nail technician and get to attend photoshoots and events with them too..

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Let’s cut to the chase; this interview is taking place just days before the British Hairdressing Awards (BHAs), an event that, over the Errol Douglas years, has become a monumental influence in the hair world, but at times, has also come under criticism.

Much of that criticism has centred around Errol Douglas. Without fail, every time the BHAs roll around, the conversation within the industry revolves around one question: will Errol be crowned king this time? For those that don’t already know, Errol has entered the BHAs a staggering 19 times but has never managed to snag the ultimate crown, British Hairdresser of the Year. You don’t need to be a maths expert to work out how much money has been spent on his entry shoots year after year – one shoot alone has been rumoured to have cost around £30,000, due to the fact that it was shot by the legendary

Rankin – a photographer more well-known for his fashion and celebrity shoots. But that’s just another thing about Errol; he doesn’t do things the way everybody else does.

So, when we meet, I had to ask him, why does he keep entering?

One reason, he says, is the fact that, “it’s not a competition; it’s a nomination. It means that my brand is being recognised, that it’s been out there all that time. If you’re nominated it means the whole world is aware of you,” says Errol as he takes a break in his busy Knightsbridge salon.

“I’ve got 56 people working for me – as well as 10 assistants. I mentor four or five people in the industry outside my own brand, so I’m constantly helping them, promoting them.

If they were to see me step down and stop entering the BHAs, it would mean game over. I’m not just going to turn up and sit in the audience; I’ve still got the ideas – I’m still doing it! I think I’m the only person in the

awards with ideas,” Errol states.

Many of you who’ve been in the industry for a while can probably get the hint that Errol’s making about the fact that some stylists (and former winners), once they know their ‘thing’, often stick with it. He expands: “I don’t think signature styles are harmful, but they don’t evolve!”

So, what if Errol were to win the big gong?

How would he feel? (FYI, he didn’t. The title went to Darren Ambrose of D&J Ambrose.)

“I’d be relieved. I’ve been sitting there long enough. I’m very critical of myself; when I put through a collection I already know myself, which pictures shouldn’t go through. If I won, it would be a great stamp on things; I would do something with it,” says Errol. “But you never get feedback, so you never know if you’re on the right track,” he adds.

INSPIRATION Whatever kind of creative efforts you’re working on, inspiration is always key, so I ask Errol what continues to inspire him.

“My key inspirations would be fashion and film, the classics really. Anything from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s – I like looking to the past but then moving it on, evolving with it.

“I also love street fashion; there’s so much you can take away from it – who’d have thought people would want to wear wet hair?

Even when it comes to salon policy, you have to accept how street style influences things.

We used to have a no tattoos policy, but if we

rigidly stuck to that we could lose some good people,” says Errol.

He continues: “back in the day the government had a firm policy against graffiti; now they try to preserve it. The hair shows have moved on too; we see hair as more like art and we don’t necessarily have to show models moving; instead we can see the looks as more of an art installation.”

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THE FUTURE Errol says that even if he did win at the BHAs, he would still continue to create collections, but for now, his to-do list just keeps on growing!

“I want to add another floor to the salon; I want it to be the House of Errol Douglas, a real lifestyle spot. I want people to be able to do everything here; have a meal, use our private room to get their work done, buy our beauty products – everything.

“George is my first assistant and I’ve been mentoring him. He was Junior of the Year and is destined for big things. I’ve been mentoring Ashleigh for around five years and she’s already won the Creative Head

Most Wanted It Girl award,” says Errol like a proud father. But the people he’s most proud of are his children, Ruben and Yolanda. Both have followed in their father’s footsteps and work in his salon; Ruben as a stylist and Yolanda as a colourist. When I ask Errol how he felt when he found out that the kids wanted to follow his lead he says he was ‘right in there!”

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“Over the next five years I definitely want another salon and definitely want to launch a texture range as it’s something that’s missing.”

While he works on those future moves, Errol is keeping himself very busy with mentoring several names. When I ask about who’s next in the industry, he mentions George Curran and Ashleigh Hodges.

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Here is Errol’s most recent collection, Icons 2015. Shot in black and white, this collection is all about our own icons, including everyone from recently departed David Bowie, to Donna Summer and Elizabeth Taylor. The shapes are inspired and the techniques irreverent.

Photography: Andrew O’Toole | Makeup: Kylie O’Toole | Styling: Leticia Dare

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MAKING IT WORK Not all hairdressers are business owners, and not all salon owners are hairdressers, but Errol does both. I ask him how he manages to balance the creative with the business side of things.

“It works because of my business partner and my staff, and the fact that we all have the same vision. My name is over the door, but I’m part of a team. We’ve got several managers for various departments; afro, extensions, brows etc. I don’t claim to be the business itself; I work on the floor all the time when I’m here,” he says.

advantage; there are a good majority of hairdressers that have their own product lines, but the manufacturers enforce their rules on how much product a salon takes – they’re forgetting that you can have both and still make a profit.”

We move on to things that annoy Errol, industry bugbears, and he says much of it comes from brands wanting to monopolise.

“We often get accused of creating drama in the hair world, but it doesn’t need to happen. For me, I just want whoever works with me to have good energy.”

“The big manufacturers keep taking

He cites industry ‘drama’ as another issue.

ADVICE FROM THE TOP Errol has no doubt seen it all in his career journey, but he says the number one piece of advice that has stuck with him throughout is to never cut corners, something he learned from a former schoolmaster.

“In those days, when you went to a grammar school, the teachers would give you their number, so that you could stay in touch; they would mentor you and encourage you to come back – they were great, real life coaches. But you can’t do that now; our society has made us so paranoid,” he laments.

When I ask Errol what advice he has for budding stylists, he says there is no magic key.

“It doesn’t happen overnight, it’s not instant.

It’s taken me God knows how long! Part of my success is: if I say I’m going to do something, I do it. You need to experience

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not being able to pay your rent; things like this make you more prepared. You have to experience everything.”

Finally, I ask Errol, if he could post a billboard, anywhere in the world, what would it say?

While he thinks he scrolls through his Instagram feed on his phone before quickly snatching it up and showing me the screen.

The post on the screen reads: ‘I sincerely appreciate good people.’

And we appreciate you Errol.

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What are the top three essentials that no bridal makeup artist should be without on the big day?

Lashes – an absolute must to complete any make up look and ‘pop’ those eyes. Most brides want their eyes to be their main feature, so a set of lashes is the perfect way to frame them, whether individual, or strips.

I like Salon System’s number 155, they give a wonderful balance of natural and glamour.

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sometimes, saving the day! Imagine the scene: as the final bridesmaid slips into her dress, the zip breaks, or the seam splits, or a button flies off, never to be seen again!

Yes, it happens, and often, so this is where you step in with your emergency bag to save the day!

My kit includes scissors, a small sewing kit, an assortment of safety pins, plasters, tampons, crochet hooks (perfect for doing up those diddy buttons on bridal dresses), sponge tipped eyeshadow applicators (remove the sponges and pop onto the ends

of the bride’s tiara band to cushion her head if it’s feeling too tight). And of course, you’ll always need waterproof mascara!

And what should every hairdresser have ready on the big day?

Plenty of hairspray. For a great hold as a finishing spray I love Masterpiece by Tigi; it has a great smell too that everyone comments on.

A spare set of straighteners and tongs. Being electrical appliances, you never know when they’re going to go wrong and you won’t

Which look never goes out of style when it comes to bridal hair?

The classics like the French pleat, sophisticated chignons and barrel curl updos – all elegant, special and timeless.

Any common mistakes/emergencies that can occur on the day?

Running out of time. The bride should feel relaxed and enjoy her wedding morning, and not feel stressed because the photographer is waiting and there are still bridesmaids to be finished. Always allow plenty of time for each hair/makeup and then add a little more.

What’s a good Capital course for anyone wishing to add bridal makeup to their skills?

For anyone starting out, or wanting their confidence building or a refresher, the Bare Faced Chic £110 ex VAT will cover everything from setting up a kit without spending a fortune, carrying out a trial and consultation and full makeup application and lashes – both strip and cluster. The next step would be the Airbrushing course £110 ex VAT (as featured recently in the Daily Mail by yours truly!) and unlike MOST other courses, this one covers not just foundation application,

HOW DO YOU CONDUCT YOUR FIRST BRIDAL CONSULTATION?

The most important thing to remember is to keep within your clients’ ‘comfort zone’. It’s not about how you feel she should look; it’s what she feels comfortable with. So, when booking her in for her consultation and trial, this is what I’ll tell her to do to prepare: • Hair should be washed and dried day/

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evening before the trial – nothing worse than working on freshly washed hair that can be too silky, flyaway and possibly still damp.

Do not run straightening irons through hair as this will affect any curls for the style.

If the client is wearing a hair accessory on the day, i.e. a tiara, she should bring that along as this plays a big part for the finished result.

Before the trial, have a good look on the internet, magazines etc and bring along pictures of the type of style(s) she likes.

This will give you a better idea of what the client wants and if it’s possible to create on her hair without the help of a hairpiece, sponges etc.

Have face washed and moisturised as usual.

Wear a top a similar colour to what’s being worn on the day, as this will reflect on the makeup, giving a truer idea of how she’ll look on the day. The above will also apply to everyone else having a trial. At the trial itself, ask the client how she normally wears her hair – up or down – and what the neckline is on the dress, as you don’t want to cover any pretty detail at the back of the dress by covering it with hair. Check she’ll feel comfortable with her hair up if she usually wears it down, and vice versa. Ask the client how she normally wears her makeup during the day and what colours she prefers, then keep within those boundaries. This way, when she looks in the mirror, it won’t be too much of a shock as it will look similar to how she’s used to seeing herself. Carry out the look, get your client to visualise herself in her dress/outfit then do the big reveal. Let her have a few minutes to adjust and get used to this new look, then ask for her thoughts and any areas to tweak/adjust.

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Lots of sponges; they’re great for padding, creating bigger buns, quiffs, pleats etc. they save on time, effort and stress, as well as giving a lot more support and staying power to styles. All you need are the round ‘donut’ ones, as they can be squashed and cut into the desired shape. Again, just keep a bag of them in your car boot so they’re always to hand.

What do you predict will be the top makeup and hair looks for Spring 2016 weddings?

I think hair will be more soft and romantic updos and bigger, bouncy curls for down looks. Makeup – I don’t think we’ll ever come away from the ‘natural’ look for a bride, keeping with the natural colours, subtle on the lips and eyes being the key feature natural yet striking with lashes, well shaped and defined brows. I do thing there will be more emphasis on contouring than usual.

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Give us a random/quirky top tip that always works for you.

Well, you asked for random, so my top tip is, threaten your clients! This is a good way to get a point across and allow yourself to be firm without being rude or intimidating. I give mine the three chance warning. For example, if a client keeps touching her hair when the hairspray is still wet, I will give her three chances. The first will be a polite, ‘don’t keep touching your hair as it’s just been sprayed and you’ll spoil it’. If she’s not listening, I’ll say, ‘I told you, don’t touch your hair – sit on your hands.’ But if they don’t work, it’s ‘right, that’s your third warning, if you touch your hair again I’m going to break your fingers!’

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THE COLOUR PREDICTION

“Two colour trends I personally love are rose quartz and apricot beige and I predict they’re colours we’ll see more and more of in 2016.

To a certain extent it’s bringing back the formerly popular pastel trend, but this time around the technique and approach has been updated to create more of a ‘lived-in’ effect, and less of the pastel hue effects.

Instead of the tone-on-tone look we were using, we’ll be utilising tonal washes for a slightly richer effect.”

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“Effortlessly coloured hair, in a palette of earthy natural tones, was showcased at both the Versace and Valentino SS16 shows.

Soft warm blonde tones were fused on to a background of natural warm, light brunette and baby lights were added in sections of freehand balayage. The overall result was reminiscent of a girl who has a carefree attitude towards her hair, but also wants a hint of colour.”

Jenny Pelter, Westrow Street Lane “For blondes who want to go darker but don’t want to have dark hair, bronde is the perfect solution, offering in-between levels of blonde and brown and skipping the line between the two to create a multidimensional colour. It can also be achieved by creating blonde babylights around the face whilst the dominating colour is a darker, more brown level.”

Alyse Santry, Kinky Curly Straight

“My top look for Spring is being individual!

Spring 2016 is all about embracing a myriad of emerging styles and literally going with the flow. Blonde is the colour of choice; either silver glory, a 90’s bleach blonde, or a delicate strawberry bronze.”

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“I’ve noticed beige is having a real colour moment, in fashion, makeup and interiors, and this is going to have a huge impact on blonde hair for the coming season. The blonde palette we’re working on varies from hues of wheat through to mushroom and pearl barley. We’re tending to move away from the ‘Granny’ trend to embrace a slightly softer, more feminine, beige-toned palette.

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“My top look for Spring is natural babylights!

Fun, fresh, clean blondes with subtle tones of amber and corals are accentuated with textured lengths.”

Freddie Cunliffe, Freddies

the coming season. We call it ‘rocking the bob’, because it’s all about the strength of the cut. It’s an enticing, confident, feminine and seductive look.”

Jenni Tarrant, Bond Hair Religion, Australia

“Short bangs are in, as well as sexy side swept ones, which frame the face beautifully.

The crowning glory for Spring styles will be natural texture; think dry matte finishes, even crimped sections! It’s a great time to ditch the hot styling tools and work with your clients’ natural texture!”

Will Eagles, Cream

“Our top look for Spring is undone bobs with honey, wheat and deep heather tones.

Colours will take two opposing routes: bold statement global finishes or ‘grown-out’ beach blonde.”

Neil Atkinson and Tai Walker, Mahogany “My top look for colour this Spring is solid metallic blondes with cool grey hues. We’re also loving the trend of hair painting, reviving brunettes to warmer and richer results varying from rose gold to toffee tones.”

Travis Bandiera, Royals Hair

“My top look for Spring is definitely short hair! We’ll be seeing a lot of strong angular lines and geometric shapes with either a super sleek finish or a tousled texture.

That lived-in, undone glamour look will continue to be popular, bringing a little sophistication to any style.”

Neil Smith, Barrie Stephen

“My top looks for Spring come from exaggerating and enhancing the natural texture within the hair, playing around with natural movement and waves. No longer are we straightening and over curling but we are working with what the hair naturally wants to do. Natural kinks and curls are exaggerated by using texturising products and tools.”

HEADROMANCE

“In terms of colour, we’ll be lightening up in time for the warmer months and pastels will be making a comeback in the form of silver and blueberry tones which will look incredible infused into blondes.”

Neil Smith, Barrie Stephen

“My top look for styling this spring is the ‘lived in’ look; beautiful movement with plenty of texture tapering off into a straight finish on the ends, giving the hair fullness whilst creating shape and body.

Absolutely perfect for all hair types and easily achievable.

Travis Bandiera, Royals Hair “Bobs will be layered and choppy; think Sienna Miller, Blake Lively and Sadie Frost.

Undercuts and flat layers take weight from the underneath lengths while keeping length throughout the top.”

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Some of our faves in the business give you their top 3 Spring predictions.

My top cut for Spring is…

A softly textured bob with grown out fringe, because this season is all about embracing natural texture.

My top colour for Spring is…

Icy blondes and steely metallic tones.

Think cool colours with soft multi-tonal under tones.

My top style for Spring is…

All about texture.

Sam Millard, Peter Prosser My top cut for Spring is…

Longer lengths past the shoulders, with subtle layering; it’s the perfect style to complement the boho spring trend.

My top colour for Spring is…

Strong global colours are back; warm chestnuts, rich auburns and golden blondes.

Again these complement the natural effortless boho look that’s a signature look for Spring 2016.

My top style for Spring is…

Couture textures on mid to long hair, creating natural-looking waves.

Sara Gregni, Danilo Hair Boutique

My top cut for Spring is…

Short military style cuts on women but dressed more feminine, creating quiffs or textured short fringes.

My top colour for Spring is…

Iced coffee, earthy and natural and a stable foundation for other shades to combine with.

My style prediction for Spring is…

Undone hair. Long or short, texture and movement should create a fierce statement.

Michelle Griffin, Griffins My top cut for Spring is…

Hair worn in a centre parting and tousled with a lot of texture, twisted into a French plait crossed with a bun.

My top colour for Spring is…

Spring 2016 will see lots of golden blondes and caramels replacing the ashy pastel tones that were popular in 2015.

My style prediction for Spring is…

Hair will have a seventies feel for 2016!

Ceri Masciave, Metropolis My top cut for Spring is…

Short (or faking it) above-shoulder length hair. Blunt edged crops, tousled jaw length or faux bobs are set to be a hit.

My top colour for Spring is…

Gold. Blondes will be slightly rooty with floating highlights of soft golden hues.

Brunettes will wear golden brown shades – not too warm, not too flat – it’s about looking naturally sunkissed. Redheads will see the same – not too vibrant – just effortless, beautiful golden coppers.

My style prediction for Spring is…

The wet look. It’s a style that suits all lengths, so no-one misses out!

Emily Warne, Headromance

My top cut for Spring is…

My top cut for Spring is…

Short, shaggy bobs with relaxed, over-grown fringes. Spring 2016 signals a revival in relaxed cuts that capture an individual’s free spirit.

My top colour for Spring is…

Mirroring the season’s catwalk collections, hair colour juxtaposes shades of peaceful warmth with bold, stand-out hues. Does your client want to play it safe with creamy caramels or are they up for experimenting with ice blondes?

My top style for Spring is…

Playful and youthful styles like braids and pigtails, but with a twist. This time around these school-playground staples mean business - forget relaxed bohemian plaits, Spring 2016 welcomes precise and streamlined braids and perfectly symmetrical pigtails worn close together.

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My top cut for Spring is…

Heavily layered shapes with gravity-defying volume, juxtaposed with fringes galore with extra geometry. Contrast and distinction is key this season in cut, colour and style. Unusually the diversity of two contrasting looks harmonises perfectly this Spring, as hairdressers use their skills to ensure balance.

My top colour for Spring is…

Polished, precious metal hues that are artistically placed to define shape using freehand techniques and finished to a super shiny, polished effect.

My top style for Spring is…

There’s still a nod to the seventies in style, shape and structure but things will get even more trippy as we see wild, gypsy-inspired styling amalgamated with colourful tie-dye.

Mark Creed, Idlewild My top cut for Spring is…

Anything that embraces a client’s individuality. It’s about experimenting with more than one product, ditching the hot tools and giving spontaneous haircuts that celebrate the natural texture of the hair.

My top colour for Spring is…

Again, Spring 2016 is about breaking away from the norm and updating a client’s colour.

From rich brunettes to metallic blondes and everything in between, this season there are no rules.

My top style for Spring is…

Accessories! The runway was awash with them, from the gold thread woven through intricate updos at Alberta Ferretti to Saint Laurent’s tiaras, hair accessories give any style an instant glam injection.

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NEW COLOUR TECHNIQUES TIGI’s Christel Lundqvist discusses two hot colour trends for Spring.

Contour lightening is the perfect technique to create a soft blend between different blonde hues. As a technique, it’s very versatile. The concept involves highlighting or darkening areas of the hair to suit the face shape, complexion and haircut.

This is very similar to the makeup contouring trend, used for enhancing cheekbones and eyes.It’s a technique that’s very easy to promote to clients, as it can be partial detailed colouring or a full colour service, depending on the areas you want to contour

and enhance, and varies from soft natural, to stronger effects between tones and levels.

Diffused silhouette is a technique to create more drama around the hairline and face. We see this as a progression from the former ombre effect. The technique is fantastic to use on mid-length to long hair as it promotes texture and movement and creates a brighter, more uplifting effect around the client’s face shape.

This technique is excellent to promote to clients who want to progress their colour from ombre, but still want to make a fashion statement. The Diffused Silhouette colour technique is excellent for the aspirational IT girl and the fashionista. It’s a look that’s becoming popular in the editorial world and has already been seen on the international runways.”

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NAILS Rachel Gribble, Salon System Educator comments on Spring nail trends.

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We’ll see lots of nude tones, keeping it pared back and relatively plain. Nail art would look great too but applied to a very neutral base. The GELLUX Bare Necessities polish is the perfect nude shade for this.

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Pastel shades like pale pinks, violets and mint green. The new GELLUX Sweet Treats collection hit this nail trend on the head.

In terms of nail art you will see everything from subtle to bold designs. Stripes, geometric patterns and statement designs such as holographic patterns will be the new go-to.

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Chromatic Strips Single or double strips across or along the nail plate.

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What was your aim when it came for a new look for your salon?

The salon was previously offices, so once we stripped out all the internal walls and re-laid the floor ,I had a blank canvas to work with.

My overall aim was to create a light and welcoming space that clients could feel at home in and relax as soon as they arrived.

These days, some salons these days are too crowded and noisy, so I wanted to make sure I had plenty of space for clients and stylists so that it would be an enjoyable place to visit and work in.

Did you have a clear idea of the actual look, colour scheme etc?

I always had a clear idea for the salon’s look and feel. I didn’t want it to be too clinical and minimalist, but at the same time I didn’t want it to be cluttered. The focus was on creating a salon with a boutique feel, something that would reflect the name Cheveux, without being obviously themed. Using a soft grey paint throughout has given it a calm feeling and then, by adding lots of photographs and pictures, along with some turquoise highlights such as the reception desk – which was an old Victorian writing desk – we’ve given it an eclectic vibe.

Did you have a definite budget in mind – and did you stick to it?

I had a strict budget so my husband and I did as much of the work as we could and this helped to keep costs down. I went over budget by about £2,500 but considering the size of the project and the final outcome I’m not too upset by the overspend!

How did the Capital team help when it came to making your vision a reality?

The Capital team in Aberdeen were brilliant, especially Sandra. She helped me pick comfortable Italian leather salon chairs that were easy to clean and stylish. She sourced and got the best price she could on the equipment I needed to get started. Getting in touch was never a problem, either by phone or email to update us on delivery dates. Once everything arrived she phoned again to make sure there was no damage to any of the equipment.

Top tip for anyone wanting to revamp their salon for 2016?

Always start with a pen and paper to get an idea of layout and scale. Better yet, do some mock-ups on a computer. That way you can clearly see if the layout is going to work. Also, use trades people you’ve used before and trust to do a great job.

DID YOU KNOW? That staff at your local Capital store can provide you with 2D and 3D plans of how your new salon could look?

That our team of furniture experts are there to guide you to make the right decisions when it comes to style and budget, every step of the way?

That we cater to every need, from nail salon furniture to hot water systems?

That we only sell the best brands, including REM, Salon Ambience, HOF Beauty and more?

Visit your nearest Capital store today, and we’ll help you on your way to a brand new look!

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NEW Bed Head Joyride is the world’s first Powder Primer Balm for hair. It creates the perfect base layer for any style and helps keep it that way.

Joyride primes the hair with a fine, invisible powder that adds texture and grip making styling and hold easy.

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Splitsville!

CO U L D TH I S B E TH E E N D F O R S PL IT E N D S ? TH E S PL IT- E N D E R PRO I S A PRO D U C T TH AT ’ S F R E S H F RO M TH E U. S . , A N D I S D E S I G N E D TO K E E P H A I R H E A LTH Y A N D S PL IT E N D - F R E E !

WHERE IT ALL BEGAN Invented by the formerly long-haired Victor C. Talavera, the Split-Ender PRO came about as a result of Victor’s frustration at having to dedicate time every other month to dealing with his own split ends. As with most of our frequently relied upon products, the Split-Ender PRO was born out of necessity.

WHAT IS IT? The Split-Ender PRO is a revolutionary, worldwide patented, invention that is specifically designed to guide the hair ends into the blades in a straight motion, trimming just the very end of the hair strand (between an eighth and a quarter of an inch, depending on the setting you choose), while preserving the length of the hair.

INCOME OPPORTUNITY CHART Based on a £20 treatment, with only five clients per week...

Per week/month: £20 x 5 clients per week = £100 x 4 weeks per month = £400 of new extra monthly income!

Per month/year: £400 x 12 months per year = £4,800 additional annual income!

Just think, if your service cost is higher, and if you were to double or triple the amount of clients opting for the service... /40

Q&A WITH INVENTOR VICTOR C. TALAVERA What is the one thing that every hair professional needs to know about SplitEnder?

The Split-Ender PRO gives professional hairstylists the opportunity to offer a brand new service to clients with damaged, dry ends and split ends, while helping preserve the length of the clients’ hair. More importantly it ensures hairstylists will see their clients more regularly for follow-up maintenance, rather than seeing them every two to four months for their cut and colour

appointments – this could actually triple a stylist’s current income!

How easy is it to use the product?

The Split-Ender PRO is very easy to use! Most of all it is safe and trims the hair with precision without a chance of making a mistake. As simple as using a flat iron, with, of course, a few new features!

beautiful and healthier than ever before!

Anyone with long hair, from 13 year old girls to ladies of any age – into their fifties and beyond!

Describe your customer Any man or woman who wants to grow longer hair faster, more

WANT TO SEE HOW THE SPLIT-ENDER PRO WORKS? We’ve got a brilliant how-to video for you to see exactly how quick and easy it is to use!

Just visit our Facebook page and take a look.

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WHO THE SPLIT-ENDER IS PERFECT FOR: • Those clients that you have to drag in for a haircut

• Colour clients who want to keep their hair in good condition

• Clients who are trying to grow their hair

• Long-haired clients

Do you want to try the Split Ender? If so head to your nearest Capital store - we’re the only one’s who sell it across the UK! /41

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collections FO R O U R F I R ST CO LLEC TI O N S RO U N D - U P O F 2 016 W E ’ V E I N C LU D E D A R A N G E O F CO LO U R TEC H N I Q U E S A N D S H A PE S TH AT W I LL TRU LY H E LP YO U PU S H TH E BO U N DA RI E S .

CLAYDE BAUMANN AT D&J AMBROSE With D&J Ambrose’s Darren being crowned as the new British Hairdresser of the Year, of course we had to give a nod to the talented salon crew. We couldn’t get over the use of colour in Clayde’s Valkryie collection, but also, the sheer amount of texture – these are some solid looks!

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Together. A passion for hair

Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/schwarzkopfprofessionalunitedkingdom

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HEADROMANCE There’s something so strong about the Rebel Rebel collection; colours are no-nonsense, solid and vibrant, while the shapes created are one of a kind. What we really love is how the clothes styling has a safari, tribal kind of feel – very on-trend!

Hair: Emily Warne and Peter Gibbs | Makeup: Naoko Scintu | Styling: Clare Frith | Photography: Andrew O’Toole /44

SCALP RENEW DERMABRASION Accelerates scalp skin surface regeneration through exfoliation up to 34% faster than untreated skin by removing stubborn scalp debris and build-up around follicle sites, such as dead skin cells and excessive sebum (oil).

Like a facial for the scalp providing the foundation for thicker, fuller-looking hair. /45

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KEN PICTON The Technik collection from Ken Picton is one of the most accomplished collections we’ve seen. Everything from the colour work to the styling to the photography works in perfect harmony. And the results are stunning.

Hair: Ken Picton Art Team | Makeup: Naoko Scintu | Styling: Thea Lewis Yates | Photography: Andrew O’Toole

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If you haven’t tried ibd Just Gel already, here’s a few reasons why you should: •Compatible with any gel polish system • Easy to apply and remove • Over 100 colours to choose from • Colour mix to make your own unique colours • 30 sec LED / 2 mins UV cure

“My clients love how long it lasts & I love how I don’t have to fight ‘shrinkage’ on application, like previous brands I have used!”

Nicola Goff, ibd FB fan.

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