Professional Hairdresser January 2023

In With the New...

Sharing is Caring

Buckle up for another rollercoaster of a year! As 2022 drew to a close, we witnessed the cost of living increase at its fastest rate in 40 years due to the war in Ukraine, increasing demand for energy and goods post-Covid and the aftermath of Brexit.

We can’t ignore the challenges salons are facing. It feels like salon owners have jumped out of the frying pan and straight into the fire as they strive to navigate the major cost of living crisis that grips the nation.

The impact on salon businesses is huge! We know how salons are reliant on high energy use – gas, electricity and water all come at significant outlay to the salon owner and are not optional or a seasonal preference.

Rocketing energy bills will be hitting salons where it hurts most and we can’t yet predict the true impact of this on the industry. Here at Pro Hair, we strive to bring you all the latest business news, advice and information as it happens and we

will continue to make this an essential part of what we do this year. In this issue, we have salon owners from up and down the country in ‘Crisis Talks’ on page 32 discussing ideas to face these challenges in business.

Equally, if you feel like sharing your struggles, ideas and tips on running your salon, please feel free to get in touch with us –we may be able to share it and help other salon owners. At this point I would like give two ‘sharing shout-outs’ for this issue –firstly to Andrew Barton whose thought-provoking Hair Me Out feature on page 28/29 elevates ‘sharing’ to another level; and secondly to D&J Ambrose who have shared their creative journey from ‘Concept to Camera’ in a stand-out special on page 20.

The propensity for sharing is one of the great things about the hairdressing industry and this is a positive that we should carry with us into the New Year.

Good luck for 2023!

Editor Nicola Shannon nshannon@hamerville.co.uk

Editorial Assistant Tabitha Shannon tshannon@hamerville.co.uk

Digital Manager Rebecca Mcgeoch rmcgeoch@hamerville.co.uk

Group Sales Manager Oliver Shannon oshannon@hamerville.co.uk

Professional Hairdresser, Hamerville Media Group Ltd, Regal House, Regal Way, Watford, Herts, WD24 4YF.

Phone: 01923 237799 Fax: 01923 246901

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Designer Donna Booth

Group Production Manager Carol Padgett

Production Assistant Claire Swendell

HEADLINES

GREAT LENGTHS AND GREATER DONATIONS

In 2022 – their seventh year of inspirational collaboration – Great Lengths made over 250 donations to The Little Princess Trust charity. As a result, a total of 2,000 wigs have been created and given to children suffering from hair loss.

JAMIE JOINS KEUNE

Keune has announced Jamie Stevens as its new Creative Style Ambassador. With this multi-award-winning, celebrity hairdresser and go-to stylist on board, the appointment marks the next important step for Keune’s UK division.

BRITISH HAIRDRESSER AWARDS 2022

Global Creative Director and Head of Education for TONI&GUY Cos Sakkas has been crowned British Hairdresser of the Year! Visit our website to see the full list of winners.

SCHERZINGER’S

NEW SPOT

GRAMMY nominated artist and television personality Nicole Scherzinger has announced a year long partnership with Hot Tools. As a long-time fan of the ergonomic electricals, Nicole is set to inspire people with her ‘hair-flip-worthy’ styles and signature, effortless waves.

MEET THE NEW F.A.M.E TEAM

At the annual Fellowship Luncheon and Hair awards in December, the lucky new F.A.M.E Team was announced: Stephanie Gallagher from Wonderland, Stacey Wright from McKoy Hair Company, Edd Moss from Headmasters and James Parr from Nashwhite. The team will be mentored by former Fellowship Hairdresser of the Year, Sally Brooks.

AVEDA GOES ARTSY

Aveda launches a nationwide search for its first ever UK and Ireland Artistic Team. Entries are now open for six lucky artists to shape the creative direction of the Aveda brand. The two year-programme will be led by world-renowned

ERROL GETS GLAM

Award-winning hairdresser Errol Douglas MBE is thrilled to have joined the Glam Squad on ITV’s This Morning. Teaming up with Michelle Visage on her iconic makeover A-Team, Errol and the Glam Squad gift viewers with new-found confidence and life-changing beauty transformations.

PANTONE COLOUR OF THE YEAR 2023

Pantone has revealed its new Colour of the Year for 2023 –Viva Magenta. Described as exploring the dynamic between Artificial Intelligence and human creativity to create “The Magentaverse”

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And the winners are...

Fellows with Honours:

Kay Binnersley, Simon Shaw, Sam Burnett, David Mannah, Darcey Clarke

Fellows with Distinction: Paul Dennison, Gary Hooker, Michael Young, Karoliina Saunders

Gold Medal: Karine Jackson

Member of the Year: Emma Simmons

Sassoon Scholarship: Phoebe Carraro

PROJECT: Colour Achiever of the Year: Kayleigh Byrne

PROJECT: Men Achiever of the Year: Janene Hawkins Bush

Fun, Fiery and Fabulous The Fellowship Luncheon 2022

In an iconic celebration of creativity and business acumen, last month saw the good and the great of British hairdressing come together for the annual festivity that is the Fellowship Luncheon and Hair awards. Hosted by President Robert Eaton and Chancellor Karoliina Saunders in the glittering Londoner Hotel, the afternoon celebrated the inspirational names and upcoming stars within a truly successful industry.

Receiving a standing ovation,

leader. She will be in charge of mentoring the four lucky new members: Stephanie Gallagher from Wonderland, Stacey Wright from McKoy Hair Company, Edd Moss from Headmasters and James Parr from Nashwhite.

2022 also saw an exciting heap of new awards launched – Educator of the Year and Session Hair Stylist of the Year was joined by the Hall of F.A.M.E Award, celebrating the successes of former F.A.M.E team members. To top it

PROJECT: X Achiever of the Year: Cameron Willetts

ClubStar Art Team: Samantha Bickle

Fellowship Hall of F.A.M.E. Award: Errol Douglas MBE Robert Masciave

President’s Award: Guy Kremer

Fellowship Image of the Year: Cos Sakkas, TONI&GUY, London

Fellowship Afro Image of the Year: Robert Masciave, Metropolis Hairdressing, Kingston-upon-Thames

Fellowship Colour Image of the Year: Tim Scott-Wright, The Hair Surgery, Stourbridge

Fellowship International Image of the Year: Danny Pato, D&M Hair Design, New Zealand

Fellowship Men’s Image of the Year: Dom Capel, Lara Johnson Lifestyle, Swansea

Fellowship Snapshot Image of the Year: Lydia Stiles, TONI&GUY Canary Wharf

Fellowship Individual Salon of the Year: Smith England, Salisbury

Fellowship Salon Group of the Year: The Chapel Group

Fellowship Educator of the Year: Dom Capel

Fellowship Session Hair Stylist of the Year: Lisa Farrall

colour memo

A current conversation on colour

ENDLESS EXPERIMENTS

Embrace infinite styling possibilities with the new Fashion Colours

Collection from Great Lengths Featuring 12 brand-new, trend-inspired shades, from the enchanting mermaid tones of ‘Deep Sapphire’ to the zingy Billie Eilish-esque ‘Peridot Green’, the latest extensions are ideal for clients concerned about potential damage from permanent colour or bleach. www.rdr.link/HAE002

Peptide

Prep like a Pro

Introducing K18’s new Peptide Prep Pro Chelating Hair Complex, a product designed to reduce metal build up within the hair for a more vibrant, even colour, a restored bounce and shine and an improved product effectiveness. www.rdr.link/HAE003

To begin creating this look, I pre-lightened the hair with Schwarzkopf Professional BlondeMe plus 9 bleach with BlondeMe 6% peroxide. I then toned the whole head with a 9.5 1 in vibrant – it was important to produce an all-even tone at this point, because I was planning to leave some of the blonde in. I then created a bespoke range of colours using the Schwarzkopf Chroma ID colour range. Mixing my own colours, I handed-painted them on in a striped pattern using a paintbrush to create the desired effect. Finally, I rinsed the hair to achieve the end result.

BROOKE EVANS, BE IRONBRIDGE

KEEPING IT COOL

In response to the increasing consumer demand for cooler tones on darker bases, Schwarzkopf Professional has revamped its existing IGORA assortment through offering a broader portfolio of colour options. Crafted for optimal neutralisation on all bases, the new IGORA Cools range consists of beautiful and ultra-wearable cool tones – from enticing cendrés to directional ash and jade shades. www.rdr.link/HAE004

Coffee or CORAL?

Make your mark and keep an always-fresh salon colour with Wella Professionals’ new Color Fresh Mask shades in Cool Espresso and Peach Blush. Whether you wish to subtly enhance your own natural shades, or to boldly experiment with fantasy colours in playful self-expression, these Color Fresh Masks allow you to revive or transform your colour at home.

www.rdr.link/HAE005

NEW YEAR CONSU LTAT IONS WITH EMMA SIMMONS

I know it’s an old cliché, but New Year for me is all about new beginnings, new looks and looking forward to the year ahead. As the salon generally isn’t as rushed as it was in December, January is the perfect opportunity to spend a little bit longer with each client. I like to utilise this extra time by providing really thorough colour consultations –going through everything from skin tones and desired shades to aftercare and potential future changes. Whether my clients want to keep the same colour, have a subtle, natural transformation, or opt for something super bold and bright, I will be offering new ideas and on-trend colour suggestions for this New Year and beyond.

How to Boss Bold Colour

During these dreary winter months, Pulp Riot Artist Heffy Wheeler offers her top tips for getting creative with colour…

• Get educated. It’s so much easier to dive into the world of fashion colours if you understand the product you are using.

• Get the base right. The hair needs to be light enough for the colours to sit on, too dark or too much gold will not give you the look you want.

• Follow a rainbow sequence. There is no right or wrong when it comes to fashion colour, but when I was starting out I found it very helpful to refer to the rainbow sequence – it will instantly tell you what colours look complementary together.

• Aftercare Aftercare Aftercare! If your client is not looking after their hair at home, they cannot expect the colour to last longer than a few washes

• Have fun! Remember, you are the artist – once you have learnt the rules, break them!

According to Matrix Artist

Ambassador Terry Longden, the consultation is always the most important part of a salon visit.

Here are eight important questions to ask during a colour consult:

Do you wear silver or gold?

This will determine if they are a warm or cool person.

Do you fake tan regularly? As this will change their skin tone, it must be considered.

What are the main colours in

your wardrobe? This will give you an indication of the tones they tend to wear.

What is your budget? Establish this early on, so you know what services to offer.

Will you invest in professional products to maintain the hair? It is important to understand whether they are prepared to keep the tone and integrity of the hair.

Are you prepared to embark on a hair journey? This will give

you an idea of whether they are willing to come back 2-3 times to achieve the hair they want. Are you prepared for a long appointment? Ensure they realise it could take more than an hour to reach their desired colour.

Were you inspired by social media? If they have brought in an image from Instagram, you may need to explain how filters work and that the look may be unachievable on their hair.

Although you may have a niche, it is vital that you provide a range of colour services, exaggerating the breadth of different looks on offer.

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Brighten up the January Blues

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As the New Year celebrations begin to wind down, banish the inevitable boredom and tiredness of the January Blues with this funky winter hairstyle: ‘I loved creating this statement wintery look using EVERGREEN Modelling Paste mixed with glitter to make a metallic paste; I applied this simply using a tint brush. The gold glitter makes a huge impact while still retaining a sense of glamour to create this super cool crop.’

CALLY BORG

Hellena Elinor Audrey

A CHARMING TRIO style

With a new year comes a new launch of three beautiful looks from Kent Salon Brushes and Casey Colemon. Showcasing the true versatility of the brushes, the styles highlight purpose, precision and authenticity.

Audrey: Created using the Oval Cushion Brush KS01, this look simply celebrates the beauty of natural textured hair. By gently teasing the curls, the brush was able to create control and movement.

ASP Expert Haircare has recently launched Miracle Water. This weightless, hair-perfecting treatment for all hair types is designed to instantly repair, detangle and eliminate frizz, whilst also promoting healthy hair structure.

www.rdr.link/HAE006

Opulent Aromas

Premium hair just got an upgrade with the launch of the Gold Class Luxury Hair Perfume from Inanch Available in two subtle scents, Pink Rose or Green Valley, the lavish perfumes are designed to detangle, hydrate and enhance shine, whilst also adding a veil of glamorous fragrance. www.rdr.link/HAE007

Hellena: The curls are brushed out using the Curved Vent Brush KS02, creating a festival inspired look that is for all year round. This works perfectly for providing the hair with a volume and texture that looks and feels natural.

Elinor: These elegant, glossy waves bring all the glam. The look was created using the 44mm Ceramic Radial KS11, before finishing off with the Styling Hairbrush with thin pics KS06 to carefully brush out the curls and shape those beautiful waves. www.rdr.link/HAE008

HANDTIED BRILLIANCE

Belle Époque’sHandtied Wefts are made from ethically-sourced hair. The custom-blended hair extensions are designed to prevent breakages, safely add length and fullness, and last up to ten weeks long. Fit with uniform thickness from root to tip – with the signature weave serving to conceal the bonds – these extensions offer ultimate discretion, comfortability and longevity.

www.rdr.link/HAE009

LET’S GET DOWN TO BUSINESS...

Introducing an exciting new line of business courses from Wella Professional, giving relevant, up-to-date and accessible guidance on growing your business within the current economic hardships:

column or salon, this seminar teaches

Manage Your Mood

Essential level /£160 / 1 day

Business and Wellness expert Hayley Jepson on the key to staying successful without compromising your health.

Set The Stage

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Advanced level /£160 / 1 day Learn how to engage and hold your audience with expertly-delivered presentations, whether you are educating, training in-salon or leading a meeting.

www.rdr.link/HAE010

TREATWELL X APPLE MAPS

Treatwell have announced a game-changing partnership with Apple Maps. As of last month, all iOS users are now able to book an appointment at any Treatwell salon from the Apple Maps app, allowing users to find the salon that best suits their needs based precisely on location.

www.rdr.link/HAE011

BOSSIN’ itwith

Melissa Timperley

Glad to Hair it

November of 2022 saw the launch of HAIRCAST, a new podcast for the hair industry launched by Remi Cachet. The brand’s founder, Victoria Lynch, has invited fellow industry professionals to chat honestly about salon ownership and business management within this ever-evolving industry. Including well-known celebrities and content-creators, guests will discuss working with brands, establishing a following, their love for hair and beauty – and everything in between.

www.rdr.link/HAE013

Through her ‘Salon Business Academy’, Liz McKeon

Double it

Insight has launched a new sustainable range that is ethical, luxurious and environmentally friendly. Designed to save water, space and reduce packaging, the Melting Duos consists of several shampoos and conditioners – with a key focus of healing, moisturising and revitalising the hair. The entire Insight range is

BACK AND GREENER THAN EVER

The popular Inoa range from L’Oréal Professionnel is relaunching for 2023 with a brand-new vegan formula. Originally launched ten years ago, Inoa is a luxurious, ammonia-free, permanent hair colour. There are ten shades in the new range, powered by oil for high shine colour and optimal scalp comfort. The collection is not comprised of any animal derived ingredients or by-products. www.rdr.link/HAE015

GUILTLESS GROOMING

Comb your hair without concern with Denman’s brand-new Vegan Range Having manufactured an entirely synthetic bristle – comprising of separate models for detangling, styling and finishing – Denman maintains that the innovative new range is just as effective as the regular boar bristle. Whilst many hair tools use animal oils and by-products within their manufacturing processes as well as their glue, Denman’s new Vegan Range boasts a total absence of physical or anatomical animal content.

GIVEAWAY:

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We are giving away a complete set of Denman’s Vegan Brush Range to one lucky reader! To be in with a chance of winning, please enter your details at www.rdr.link/HAE016

Splendidly-Sustainable Sachets

Alafaparf Milano Professional has given its BB Bleach range a sustainability makeover. The brand-new vegan formula works with Bond System protection technology to repair chemically-treated hair, protect hair from external agents and restore hair resistance. Replacing the old jar format, the new 400g sachet has 50% fewer CO2eq emissions linked to production, offering multiple www.rdr.link/HAE017

A Range to be Reckoned with

Luxury vegan healthy-ageing brand, MONAT, introduces its new IR Clinical range. With scientifically developed formulas to fight hair loss, strengthen hair and create an overall healthier scalp. The entire collection is gluten-free, vegan and animal friendly with the Leaping Bunny seal of approval. www.rdr.link/HAE018

HOTSHOT POTS

From bold and creative to dark and edgy, all of Directions’ 46 mixable colour tubs are 100% vegan, cruelty-free and contain no ammonia, peroxide or PPD. As a forward-thinking, sustainably-conscious company, Directions have also swapped their plastic packaging for recycled ocean material. www.rdr.link/HAE019

Join the sustainable salon movement

“We recognise the importance of exclusive, non-diverted, high quality, socially conscious and environmentally responsible products in developing businesses and careers for our clients: the professional hair artists.”

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The NATULIQUE vision is simple –to use as many certified organic ingredients as possible in all their professional products. Your salon can become part of this ethical, sustainable vision offering cleaner and less toxic products to your team, your clients and ultimately the environment.

NATULIQUE is offering one Professional Hairdresser reader/salon owner the chance to become a NATULIQUE salon with a £10,000 prize value to include:

Complete range of NATULIQUE professional products to include colour and retail. Complete range of marketing materials and salon accessories.

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HOW TO ENTER

To enter you must first register your interest. The first 60 salons to register will receive a NATULIQUE gift pack that will introduce you to a more gentle approach to professional hairdressing. These entries will then be entered into a prize draw. See full terms and conditions below:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By entering the draw you are deemed to have accepted and be bound by these terms and conditions. The draw is only open to salon owners in the United Kingdom. NATULIQUE UK reserves the right to request evidence of the winner’s role. All entrants who have submitted answers will be automatically entered into the draw provided they have given their salon name, their name, a valid email address and phone number. No responsibility will be accepted for entries which are lost, delayed, misdirected or corrupted due to any reason whatsoever. NATULIQUE UK reserves the right to disqualify an entrant or winner that in its absolute discretion could bring NATULIQUE UKinto disrepute.No purchase is necessary to enter this draw. The answers will be judged by NATULIQUE UK and will be awarded to the salon who best answers the question. There is no cash alternative offered and the prize is not transferable. The NATULIQUE products and marketing materials are to be used in salon and advertised on social media for a period of no less than 6 months. NATULIQUE will notify the winner by email or phone within 14 days of the draw. NATULIQUE UK’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The competition will close on the 30 April 2023.

NATULIQUE UK reserves the right to amend the the prize at any time without notice. These terms and conditions are subject to English law and the jurisdiction of the English courts.

“Do you want to do more for the planet and empower your clients with the healthiest hair choices?”

So, let’s learn more about this environmentally friendly Danish brand.

Welcome to a company with great values, natural ingredients and a global reach.

It is with great pleasure that we are now able to introduce you to the NATULIQUE brand, with our history and our passion for sustainable and ethical products, produced and designed for professional use only. Deeply rooted in our strong Scandinavian traditions, our company has been evolving and the NATULIQUE products are now available in countries on all continents around the globe.

With NATULIQUE, we shall take you on a world journey of cool and refined style, with raw organic ingredients of unparalleled quality and superb functionality that appeals to highly skilled and creative stylists and salon owners.

NATULIQUE represents excellent products that are exclusively for professionals. We prove that fewer chemicals in professional hair and beauty products can give better results.

We asked why NATULIQUE is the best choice?

PRODUCTS POWERED BY NATURE

HAIR CARE

The unrivalled quality of NATULIQUE Certified Organic Hair Care products is attributed to the passion and dedication involved in creating hair care products that use an average of 95% to 100% certified organic/natural ingredients.

The 360BIOCERT principal guidelines for organic production are to use materials and practices that enhance the ecological balance of natural systems and integrate farming systems into an ecological whole. With 360BIOCERT, clients and salons are guaranteed sustainable and organic solutions for all their hair care needs. The NATULIQUE Certified Organic line is available in 100% environmentally friendly recycled and recyclable PET plastic bottles.

STYLING

NATULIQUE Natural Styling is a must-have styling toolkit from the NATULIQUE family. Designed and strictly formulated in accordance with our demand for more natural, safer and certified ingredients, while using fewer chemicals, the NATULIQUE Natural Styling line now gives you a natural alternative for all your styling needs. We even decided to add a host of natural and beneficial ingredients to help achieve beautiful and more natural looking hair for a style that suits all of your day-to-day styling needs.

COLOUR

The NATULIQUE Professional Hair Colours are strictly designed with the focus on natural ingredients that provide a more gentle hair colour and extra conditioning. A unique and exclusive formula, which includes added pure natural Sunflower Seed Extract, Jojoba Oil and Apricot Seed Oil, enables us to create pleasant-to-use hair colours with fewer chemicals and better functionality –gentle, 100% ammonia free and high performance professional hair colour. With NATULIQUE Natural Colours you can offer your clients a change of colour with the maximum gentleness.

Concept to Camera

Behind the creative genius of D&J Ambrose

Gothic Literature:

This collection was inspired by themes found within Gothic literature, specifically drawing on ideas of anti-establishment, the supernatural, dark romanticism and unrequited love. I have enjoyed reading gothic fiction ever since I was a young boy; the elements of terror and darkness combined with intense emotion and mysterious romance have always fascinated me. I wanted the images to look discoloured and distressed –like photographs from the nineteenth century that had been discarded and forgotten about for hundreds of years.

Before we embark on any shoot, Jackie and I always research and plan our subject in depth. We believe it is crucial to have a deep understanding of our characters’ individual personas, and so we create detailed sketches of their hair direction, clothes, body language and setting; this is key. In this instance, we based the characters around the idea of a darkly picturesque, macabre family, working with hair colours in the brown and black pantone family to create styles inspired by Gothic literature and Victorian influences – but with our own 21st century twist.

The clothes had a heavily layered concept – think wools, felt and deconstructed linen in dark tones – and for makeup, we opted for flawlessly clear skin with subtle contouring to enhance facial features.

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IRIS

We saw Iris as the main figurehead of the ‘family’. She was to have a goddess-like strength and a style that echoed Dita Von Teese – the black gloss vinyl hair, a short, structured fringe, halo layering and face-framing shape. Her dress is a vintage Diesel wedding dress which we tied-dyed by hand and styled with extra fabric, creating movement and abstract shape.

ISABELLE

This look was about creating a strong, dramatic, feminine character. We went with loose, unstructured hair with an oval perimeter and irregular layering. This erratic styling was also reflected in our choice of clothes – heavy wools and leather mixed with delicate tulle and calico

MONET

For Monet, we opted for an iconic wolf cut, shattered with a razor to bring a modern slant to the gothic vibe. Enhanced with a global colour, the bitter black glossing adds strength and boldness to this powerful look. We styled the hair with a tailored pinstriped suit and heavy jewellery, giving a contemporary edge to the nineteenth-century influences.

VIOLA

Inspired by the Shakespearean character in Twelfth Night, this beautiful androgynous look pays homage to the classic pageboy cut with its oval shape and shattered perimeter. A global colour of midnight black adds shine, drama and definition to the overall aesthetic. Finally, the amalgamation of a heavy military coat with the Vivienne Westwood Basque creates an alluring mix of masculinity and femininity.

Wolfe @lydwolfehair

In a new series, we have invited Karoliina to catch up with some of the most established and emerging female role models in the industry right now. Interviewing inspirational women who are breaking boundaries and challenging perceptions, Karoliina prompts in-depth chats on life, work and all things HAIR!

WOMAN TO WOMAN

In the first of the series, Karoliina meets up with up-and-coming stylist LYDIA WOLFE from Jack & the Wolfe in Lymington. As part of the F.A.M.E Team 2022 she has been shaking things up with her bold take on colour, entrepreneurial outlook, and refreshing approach to education. Let’s hear it for Lydia!

HI LYDIA, IT’S LOVELY TO SEE YOU AGAIN. TELL US ABOUT YOUR CAREER… HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN HAIRDRESSING AND HOW DID YOU GET TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY?

I started hairdressing 11 years ago when I was 19. It was the tail end of the last and recession and I couldn’t find anyone willing to take me on as an older apprentice, so I went to college as a full-time hairdressing student – I paid for this out of my own pocket with a tax rebate.

world –both through a jam-packed line-up of stage, photographic, editorial and session work, as well as working backstage at all the major Fashion Weeks.

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Once I knew I wanted to be a hairdresser, nothing would stop me. I worked two jobs while I went to college and, after I completed my NVQ level 2, I found a salon that gave me a job one day week. So, I worked seven days a week, had three jobs AND college – I was knackered! But this experience definitely paid off because the salon eventually took me on fulltime; I worked there for seven years until I decided to fly the nest and open my own salon with my now-husband Jack. HOW HAS YOUR YEAR IN THE FELLOWSHIP F.A.M.E TEAM BEEN? Everything I ever dreamt it would be and

more. I’ve had so many unbelievable opportunities and met so many incredible industry icons – sometimes I have to pinch myself.

HOW HAS IT CHANGED YOU AS A CREATIVE?

Aside from learning so many new techniques from my mentors – from colours and styling to product choice and even how to conceive ideas – I’ve also learnt how to approach hair much more freely as an artist, instead of simply being trained to stand behind the chair and create perfect hair for clients.

KAROLIINA SAUNDERS is a salon owner, educator, session stylist, multi-award winner, Revlon Creative Artist and current Chancellor of the Fellowship for British Hairdressing. Her love of fashion has taken her all over the

Lydia

TELL US ABOUT YOUR SALON.

I own the salon Jack & the Wolfe in the New Forest with my husband Jack. Currently, we are a team of nine.

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR GREATEST ADVICE TO ANYONE WHO IS THINKING ABOUT OPENING A SALON?

I can share so many experiences of what did and didn’t work for us – and there are many things I’m still learning now – but one of the most important pieces of advice I can give is to start off small. We didn’t borrow any money and started off as just me and Jack in a tiny one-room studio full of second-hand furniture. It was by no means the salon we envisaged, but we worked our way up and kept reinvesting to expand and improve the business to what it is now. This was amazing because we never had that added pressure of starting off with a mountain of debt.

IF YOU WERE OPENING A SALON RIGHT NOW, WOULD YOU DO ANYTHING DIFFERENTLY?

I probably wouldn’t do it pregnant again, ha ha ha! That was definitely a challenge –still worth it though. What I would advise however, would be to ensure you have as much of the infrastructure of your day-to-day operations in place before you take on employees. People are happiest when they know where they stand and what is expected of them.

HOW DO YOU ORGANISE YOUR FAMILY/WORK LIFE BALANCE?

Very badly at the moment! It’s been a wild year of juggling a business and a family, whilst also pursuing my own creative goals. I’ve started to block one day a week off the salon floor to do any admin tasks and meetings. This stops me having to do it late at night after the little one is in bed, allowing me to focus more time on family. I then work two 12-hour days a week on the salon floor, which allows me a whole weekday off with my daughter before she starts school. Being a mum is just the best. OH, I HEAR YOU. THE JUGGLE IS REAL! SO, TELL ME, WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS NEXT?

I’d love to follow in your footsteps Karoliina! Over the next couple of years, I’d really love to do more seasons and Fashion Weeks and cross over more into the world of sessions. But my ultimate dream is to lead my own artistic team as a salon.

CREATIVE WORK?

I’ve been fashion obsessed since I was a little girl. You’ll find all the books in my house are about fashion, history, or photography. I always look to the runway –at fabrics, shapes and colours – for my inspiration.

I LOVE THE FACT THAT YOU’RE A RISKTAKER IN YOUR WORK, BUT STILL KEEP THINGS BEAUTIFUL. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR WORK?

I’d say a little bit commercial and a little bit goth, whilst always trying to combine natural and unnatural colours in interesting ways.

AS A FELLOW SALON OWNER, I’VE GOT TO SAY IT’S TOUGH OUT THERE AT THE MOMENT. HOW DOES OUR INDUSTRY LOOK TO YOU RIGHT NOW? AND HOW DO YOU SEE THE NEXT COUPLE OF YEARS FOR YOURSELF?

I think time will tell how we all recover from the pandemic and now this financial crisis – it’s definitely been tough and we’re not through the woods yet. Personally, I’ve had such an amazing year pursuing my own creative goals, and I would love to offer the same opportunities to my team. I’m so lucky to be surrounded by such passionate creatives.

ARE YOU PLANNING TO EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS?

I think at some point our business does need to expand – we are situated in a very old and wobbly 350-year-old town house which just doesn’t have the chair space to continue bringing in new apprentices, and that is something we are passionate about.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT THAT YOU COULD NOT LIVE WITHOUT?

KMS Moist Repair Revival Creme! WHAT COMPETITIONS ARE YOU PLANNING TO TAKE PART IN THIS YEAR?

My team are definitely entering the Global Creative Awards. As for me, I haven’t decided just yet. This year has been such a whirlwind, our feet haven’t touched the ground.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUR 16-YEAR-OLD SELF?

Don’t listen to anyone who tells you not to pursue hairdressing and go to university. This is the career where all your dreams will be fulfilled.

TOTALLY AGREE. IN YOUR OPINION, HOW COULD WE MAKE OUR INDUSTRY MORE ATTRACTIVE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO JOIN?

I think schools need to change the perception of hairdressing as a business for young people, as well as teaching children how many different industries can be accessed from a hair apprenticeship. Unfortunately, when I was at school hairdressing was perceived as a low paid job that could, at best, give you the chance to work on a cruise ship. I wish I’d known then what I know now - that you can be six years up the career ladder by the time your friends leave university and start their graduate job with student debt over their heads.

OUTSIDE OF SALON LIFE, HOW DO YOU MAKE TIME FOR YOUR SELFCARE?

I try to get my nails done regularly – they get so dirty and covered in colour stains, which makes me feel really unprofessional!

WHO ARE YOUR HAIR HEROES?

Honestly, I know this is a cop-out answer, but I have too many to name. I would love to meet Guido one day.

IT’S BEEN SO LOVELY CHATTING TO YOU LYDIA. ONE FINAL QUESTION… WHAT IS YOUR TREND PREDICTION FOR THE YEAR AHEAD?

I’ve seen stripy highlights from the 2000s creeping back in with young people getting inspiration from TikTok. I wouldn’t be surprised if a more toned-down, natural version of those chunky, bold highlights make a comeback this year.

I’M REALLY HONOURED YOU’D SAY THAT! HOW DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION FOR YOUR

Lydia with husband Jack

HAIR ME OUT

IN THE THIRD INSTALMENT OF HIS THOUGHT-PROVOKING NEW SERIES, ANDREW BARTON EXPLORES THE DEEPER, UNSPOKEN RESPONSIBILITIES OF HAIRDRESSERS

THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY. OFTEN PROVIDING A DISCREET, COMFORTING EAR FOR CLIENTS TO UNLOAD, THERE’S NO WONDER WE REFER TO OUR STYLISTS AS ‘ THE NATION’S UNTRAINED THERAPISTS’…

Whilst a grooming service may be the primary draw for most of our clients, we cannot underestimate the power of the emotional, personal connection that is created as a result. I am fascinated by the role salons play in society; whether you’re a state-of-the-art salon in the city centre, a modest salon in a small village or even a mobile hairdresser, the relationships we foster with our clients are truly invaluable.

For most stylists, engaging in small talk comes easy – How are the kids? Going anywhere nice this summer? Is your boss still a nightmare? However, it’s the more difficult conversation topics (the ones we advise our apprentices to avoid), that we most often find ourselves in. As soon as the client sits in the chair, the personal confessions begin to pour out. Why is that?

According to research, the close contact and touching of the head releases the hormone oxytocin, creating a sense of closeness and ease.

For many, talking in confidence – without judgement – not only provides light relief, but can have significant mental health benefits too. Of course, we are honoured to be the confidants our clients need, but we often feel unqualified and unable to offer anything other than a comforting ear.

In order to combat these moments of speechlessness, here are three important initiatives you can sensitively suggest to your clients. The following deal with bereavement, bullying and suicide –conversation topics often brought up by clients at the salon.

The Lions Barber Collective

This inspirational collective serves to raise awareness for men’s mental health and suicide prevention. In 2014, Devon-based barber Tom Chapman lost a close friend to suicide. Affecting his own wellbeing hugely, Tom questioned why his friend had suffered anonymously and refrained from reaching out. In turn, Tom began to reflect upon all of the close bonds he had forged with his own clients over the years, how many had opened up with their innermost worries.

Since then, the collective has grown exponentially, with hundreds of barbers across the country now trained via the ‘Barber Talk’ programme. The course is in place to equip stylists with the necessary skills to recognise the signs of mental health struggle, giving them the ability to point clients in the right direction for support.

The Collective Pride Awards on 3rd April 2023, will

Project Eileen

Project Eileen is a registered charity founded to help young people deal with bereavement and grief. Losing my father as a young child had a huge, lasting impact on how my siblings and I processed our emotions and dealt with bereavement. In my father’s memory, I was honoured to become a patron for this amazing charity.

In October 2022, I championed a project initiative named ‘Hair Raising’. The scheme saw hairdressing salons and barbershops raise awareness and encourage fundraising for Project Eileen, with their clients donating and sharing activity across social media. The event will reappear this year, and we are inviting all stylists and barbers to get involved.

WWW.PROJECTEILEEN.CO.UK

Kidscape

One topic that comes up time and time again with my clients is bullying. This is unfortunately not surprising,

with recent research from the Anti-Bullying Alliance finding that almost 25% of children admit to being frequently bullied.

The effects of bullying can be devasting, leading many children to having issues with anxiety, depression, self-harm or suicidal thoughts. I have had to deal with the effects of bullying first-hand throughout my formative years as well as in the workplace, and these experiences have had deeply negative impacts on my life – I now realise the importance of opening up, reaching out and seeking support.

I am proud to be an ambassador for the bullying prevention charity Kidscape, who offer award-winning, practical support to children and their families. Through their free, anti-bullying ZAP workshops, the charity teaches functional, assertive skills to encourage young people to stand-up to bullies. Kidscape also offer a Parent Advice Line, providing accessible help in dealing with a bullied child, as well as noticing warning signs early and knowing how to signpost children towards support.

So please, if you or any of your clients need support, don’t suffer in silence. Help is out there.

WWW.KIDSCAPE.ORG.UK

Writing this feature has been a very cathartic process; it has encouraged me to revisit some of my own experiences, as well as reflect on many of the heart-breaking conversations I have had with clients battling through their own difficult journeys.

I have found that meditation and breathing exercises are great tools to help my own wellbeing, both physically and mentally. The healthier I am inside and out, the higher my work-based performance and the happier I can become.

As we learn more about the importance of mental health, it is crucial to acknowledge our own feelings as hairdressers, and how sometimes we carry the burdens and anxieties of our clients on top of our own. This feature aims to spotlight the role of hairdressers within society, celebrating the goodness, care and compassion that we generate each and every day. Dear reader, I hope this can provide you with some comfort and reassurance – we are all in this together

“I have had to deal with the effects of bullying first-hand throughout my formative years as well as in the workplace, and these experiences have had deeply negative impacts on my life – I now realise the importance of opening up, reaching out and seeking support.”

Crisis TALKS

Marcello Moccia

Counting the pennies

Room 97 Creative

“Some of us have been here before and have had to cut back on our outgoings, but in recent years everything has been very stable; everything has been at our fingertips when we want it and we’ve paid whatever has been asked. So we all need to change our mindset and look at things differently. Now, the most important thing we can all do is increase our earnings and decrease our spend. For the first time in a long time, we are being forced to look at every penny we spend, who we do business with and set a budget and stick to it. Most importantly, make sure your team are OK and motivated. Work closely with your salon partners –product houses such as L’Oréal Professionnel can offer free education for your team so they can be inspired to upskill and bring new services into the salon. It’s a daunting time but it can also be a time for new opportunities.”

All hands on deck

Reds Hair and Beauty for L’Oréal Professionnel

Target practice

Contemporary Salons for L’Oréal Professionnel

“Recently, there has been too much focus on cost cutting and not enough focus on growing your business. Generally client appointments are going longer: before Covid our average visit was nine weeks, it’s now 13.6 weeks, so there’s been a massive change in clients’ habits. As salons owners, we need to find ways to improve our frequency. Firstly, change your service menu. We have made our teams more aware of the service menus and worked with clients to get them back in sooner with colour appointments. Then look at your opening hours; in the wake of the energy costs crisis, most of our salons are closing on Mondays. This saves us 16% on electricity and staffing costs and our trade has not been affected by doing so. Finally, make sure you have a growth plan. Review all your expenditure, plan and do a cash forecast on your expenses. If you can’t do this ask your accountant; you need to have a clear understanding of your expenses.

“To survive the coming months, you need good managers on your side who understand your business needs and why we need to tighten up this winter. They need to know how hard it is going to get. There are various things we can all do, from managing your wage bill and changing our opening hours, to keeping costs down and charging for refreshments. Look at putting your prices up, taking into account the living wage and rising utility bills. Try to create a hub in the salon, offering different services – we offer a podiatry clinic, micro blading, aesthetics and Morphious8. All these treatments are bringing in a different clientele who spend money with us. It’s important to keep standards high and always keep the salon warm!

Susan Hall

As we sail into the unchartered financial waters of 2023, we talk to a group of salon owners from up and down the country and get their take on surviving the cost of living crisis.

Alan Simpson

Robert Kirby, London

“One of the first things we are looking at is wastage of colour and bleach, so much goes in the bin as the team have been mixing too much. The backwash area can literally wash money down the sink, as look at how much shampoo and conditioner is being used. Be aware of clients’ cost of living expenses; we’ve introduced a half head of colour so clients can squeeze their services out for longer without their hair looking a mess. We also offer a Colour Bomb Conditioner so they can freshen up their colour at home instead of coming to the salon. Clients will be really appreciative of the little things we can do for them, so keep this in mind and be realistic about their budgets.”

Money down the drain

Be at the top of your game

Jamie Brooks

Brooks & Brooks, London

MODE Hair, Chipping Campden

“Stay away from social media and the general press – it’s full of doom and gloom and it’s hard to avoid feeling overwhelmed when you are reading stories of people’s businesses closing or people losing their homes. Try and stay positive as much as possible and look at what you have achieved. You’ve survived the pandemic and lockdowns and now you have a new challenge to face. It’s not ideal but while you have to be realistic and aware of what is happening, don’t let it dominate your every thought. January is notoriously quiet so why panic this year? Use the time to sit and re-evaluate your business – what do you do well and what could you do better? Look at your outgoings, your incomings and any savings you could make. Use this time to reboot the business, your goals and your team.”

“We’ve seen clients’ habits change in the last few years since Covid and now there is a cost of living crisis; it seems life will never get back to ‘normal’. Everyone is looking at every penny they spend, so if they’re going to spend it with you, you have to make it worthwhile! Their visit to the salon needs to be something they look forward to even more. Clients may be stretching their appointments, but when they do come to you, the experience and service needs to be so great, they can’t wait to come again! The salon needs to be an escape from the outside world – no cost of living chit chat, impeccable service and an incredible experience.”

It’s a team effort

Seanhanna Salon Group for L’Oréal Professionnel

HOB Salons

“Many of us have been looking at our costs for a few months, and while there are a lot of things that are out of our control, there are things we can do too. The most important thing is not to feel overwhelmed and to know you are not alone; every business is going through hard times, so take some time out and work out your incomings and outgoings. Stay calm and don’t panic if your numbers are looking troublesome. January is notoriously quiet so take time to stock check; stop ordering products that just sit on the shelf and focus on what you regularly need and use. Look at the deals you are getting from your product house, your utility company, or your rent. Just because you’ve always done it that way, doesn’t mean this has to be the way you move forward. Research what else is available out there. As well as your outgoing, also look at the money that is coming in. How can you improve your service menu, what can you drop or improve on? You need to be flexible and change things that are costing you money.”

“You may have to make some tough management decisions to ensure the long-term safety of your business and your teams. So, while things are harder, it’s more important than ever to give your teams ongoing support. They will benefit from frequent coaching sessions, helping them to build and retain clients. Their success is your success. Remember that your younger stylists will have never had to work through a recession before. Many salons are reporting that it’s tough to recruit new stylists; so whilst salons are experiencing a reduction in sales, their individual team members might be busier than before. Great for them as they can earn increased commission, but many less-experienced stylists will feel the pressure of being extra busy. We need to be attentive to this and look out for signs of stylists not

Sean Hanna

Martin Crean

Clive Collins

Robert Kirby

We’ve not endured the easiest last few years and most businesses are still navigating tough times through the energy crisis and recession.

With energy prices at an all-time high, it’s a good time to check your tariff to make sure you are getting the best deal.

We all know that we need to make changes to save energy, both to save money and to help the environment, but a lot of this advice is completely irrelevant in our industry in which we rely heavily on power to provide our services. At its worst, the advice can even come across as patronising.

The NHBF is committed to helping our members –and the wider industry – to be the best and most successful that they can, campaigning at the highest levels on business issues of the utmost importance to all salon owners.

We spent last year researching how we can help our members as we anticipated this energy crisis. This led us to form a partnership with a leading energy consultancy, Direct Business Solutions. As one of the largest consultancies in the UK, they have helped

thousands of customers to save money on their utilities, helping you manage the energy pricing crisis as simply as possible by finding the energy contract best suited to your business’s needs.

This new service offers:

• Great prices and deals on your utilities.

• A choice of like-for-like quotes, putting you firmly in control.

• Simplicity, your dedicated account person will make this

Switching energy is easy. It’s the same pipes, gas, meter and safety. You don’t lose supply –the only differences are price and customer service. It’s one of the simplest ways to save money on energy bills, but 1.3 million businesses may be missing out on better deals by sticking with the same provider. None of us know what will happen when the Energy Relief Fund ends in March, so this should also provide some financial stability, giving you space to plan for future success.

In addition, the NHBF provides advice and practical help on the foundations we all need to run a successful business. These include access to human resources and legal experts and competitive insurance rates. We will soon be introducing a monthly payment option for single members.

All our members can download employment contracts and other key documents that have been created by our expert partners, saving you time and money. With average legal fees at around £300 per hour, you’ll only need to use our vast range of resources twice to justify your membership fee.

PHIL-ing

IN THE BL ANKS

Each month businessman, award-winning salon owner and creator of two top-selling haircare ranges, Phil Smith, helps to fill in all of the gaps in your business knowledge. From quick and easy ways to boost your profits, to totally rethinking your business, he’ll be sharing some of the most valuable lessons he’s learnt throughout the course of his successful career…

This issue… 5 smart things to do in January

January is a notoriously quiet month in the salon, which makes it the ideal time to re-focus and start the year on a high. Your team will have been flat out in the months leading up to Christmas so it’s no wonder that day-to-day admin or more strategic salon goals may have been overlooked. If December is all about being ‘busy’, January is all about getting back down to business!

TAKE TIME OUT

Encourage staff to take time off and spread their holiday entitlement throughout the year. Maybe you need a break from the business after the festive rush too. Let’s face it, maybe your team need a break from each other! Whatever the case, accept that January is a quiet time and book time out while you can.

FINE TUNE PROCEDURES & PROCESSES

Nobody’s diary is fully booked with clients in January, so be wise and maximise every minute of business time. This could be looking into training for all of the team and planning it into the year ahead or a refresher or re-evaluation of your salon systems and processes. Is there a job on the list that you’ve been meaning to get around to? Don’t let ‘downtime’ be idle – make it useful.

BRAINSTORM

Not so much New Year Resolutions, more ‘start as you mean to go on’. Are there are any areas of your business that can be improved? Equally, what does your salon currently do well and how can you make it better? Get everyone involved in contributing all their best ideas for how they’d like to see the salon thrive and grow in 2023. You might be surprised at the gold dust they come up with!

SCHEDULE APPRAISALS

The start of the year is a great time to set expectations with your team and catch up on targets for the months ahead. Be honest with your team about the financial performance of the salon – where it’s been previously and where you want it go. Let them see a breakdown of turnover so they can understand the costs that go into running a salon. It encourages ownership and a desire to work together to reach a shared goal.

CLEAN START

I’m obsessive about keeping the salon clean and tidy and January is a brilliant month to blitz. If things are looking a little less than pristine after the Christmas decorations have come down, you may want to consider redecorating. Or, it might just be a case of having a thorough pre-spring clean, assessing stock levels on your product ranges and making sure everything is perfectly neat and tidy so that you kick off the year in good shape.

THE BUSINESSBridesof

In the first of a new series, Teresa Weller, Director, Teresa Weller Hair Art, and thebridalhairartists.com, looks at why adding bridal services to your salon business will keep your team excited, delighted, and driven.

Dreamwork makes your Team Work

Running a salon business takes dedication and discipline, not just in terms of keeping your vision on track, but ensuring your team stays motivated and driven too. Driving a team relies on offering the right opportunities to ensure a happy, strong team and revenue stream. Here’s how to make it happen:

THE BACKGROUND: I opened my salon, Teresa Weller Hair Art, in 2015. Located in Dorking, Surrey, we quickly became recognised for offering luxury services to clients in the local area and beyond. Bridal has always been my passion, so it was integral to the business from day one. It allows my team the opportunity to work in the salon running a busy column, while simultaneously understanding the

disciplines inherent in working in a hugely pressurised, fast-paced environment, where, crucially, there’s no room for error. When skillsets rapidly expanded, opportunities did too, allowing me to launch thebridalhairartists.comin

2018 to further allow my team to flourish and grow, while cementing us as experts in our field.

SKIP TO THE BEST BIT: Since then, we’ve become a multi-award-winning cohesive bridal hair team, catering to brides of all ages and genders, with a jam-packed annual bridal roster that’s not for the faint-hearted. We travel extensively within the UK and overseas: last year, were thrilled to head up the Catwalk shows at the National Wedding Show in

Olympia, London, where more than 60,000 visitors watched the live runway shows. This was a key milestone. It proved that continually taking my salon team outside of their comfort zone allowed my business to develop (and pivot), while ensuring their continual dedication and motivation.

THE ACTION PLAN: Many salons underestimate the potential of bridal, both in terms of increased revenue and team motivation. If done right, you can reap the rewards. Here’s what I call my ‘great eight’: top tips to saying ‘I Do’ to both your business development and the needs of your team…

The ‘Vow’ Factor: You can’t offer this to brides until you’re assured that your team possesses it too. Bridal hair isn’t for everyone; it’s hugely time pressured and reliant on team members with a calm approach and relaxed manner, so choose your team wisely.

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Bride and Beautiful: Your team is your most attractive asset; a happy, motivated mindset is always palpable, so keeping opportunities flowing means a dream team on the salon floor.

Learn as you grow: Continual education and on-the-job coaching means your team is constantly refining skillsets and disciplines, ensuring a heightened sense of both purpose and job satisfaction.

1.3.4. 5.6.7.8.

Aisle be there: Offering ample opportunity for professional growth isn’t purely offering your team the end goal, it’s about helping them on the journey to reach it. Benchmark success, so achievement is always a key driver and motivator.

Great expectations: Most employees need structure, essential for setting boundaries and expectations on both sides and making your team accountable for their actions: key and transferable skills to any salon environment.

Access all areas: Expanding into bridal is a huge commitment; brides expect the very best, so ensure your team is proficient and efficient in all areas.

Watch and learn: Time management is essential in any salon business, but offering bridal services means there is no room for error. Punctuality is crucial, so ensure your team learns from the top.

The Devil is in the retail: Brides will pay for services above and beyond their usual routine, so colour, retail, extensions, and conditioning can be a great opportunity for your team to showcase their expert knowledge while increasing your bottom line.

DETOX DECISIONS

Stylist and Educator Harriet Stokes advocates removing yourself from toxic working environments and prioritising mental health in 2023.

It’s important to understand that no workplace sets out to be toxic. It is not down to one individual, more likely a breakdown in systems or communication. It is equally important to understand that if you’re caught working in a toxic environment, then you have to deal with it. Similar to being in any kind of unhealthy relationship, it can feel impossible to remove yourself, but you must find a way to protect and prioritise your health.

It is not only your MENTAL HEALTH that is at danger; it’s important to understand the PHYSICAL IMPACT that long-term stress can cause on your body:

brain fog weight gain

asthma

depression high blood pressure headaches

ACNE AND SKiN CONDiTiONS

Once you have identified that your workplace is toxic, it is important to know that you have choices. Whether you choose to go self-employed or employed, know that other safer, happier environments do exist. Not all workplaces are the same; you have not reached the pinnacle of your career; there are working environments that will suit you better. Fear can play a big part in leaving a negative experience. You can feel trapped, but know you always have options. If you choose to reach out to another salon at any point in your career, it will always be treated with confidence.

The next hurdle in removing yourself from a toxic workplace is healing. Where possible, take time to rebuild your confidence and self-belief. Understand your strengths and vulnerabilities. Learn how to speak your truth. During this time, you will begin to feel re-energised. You’ll discover what you want and how to prioritise yourself and your needs.

Once you understand what you need, don’t be afraid to ask. When it comes to looking for a new workplace, do your research. At the interview listen to how they talk about their team and business. Ask them questions:

What I’ve learnt during my career is that I can’t operate if my energy isn’t in a good place. If I’m happy and healthy then my business, clients and students benefit and that will always be my priority.

How to Prioritise Your Mental Health in

2023

GET CLEAR ON YOUR GOALS

At the start of the year write down your 2023 goals and create balance in your diary to allow you to achieve these.

PLAN AHEAD

Build in time to prioritise your health, set boundaries and be realistic with your workload.

ESTABLISH A GOOD MORNING ROUTINE

This could be journaling, meditating, exercise, or breathing techniques. For me, I practice EFT Tapping before putting on a relaxing playlist to set the tone for my day ahead.

PUT YOURSELF FIRST

Reconnect with what fills your cup and prioritise your own needs.

CELEBRATE THE LITTLE WINS

Every day write down the wins, big and small. I put mine in a glass jar so I can see them every time I enter my kitchen.

NEVER TOO LATE TO LEARN

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU? MAKE THE MOST OF 2023 BY TRANSFORMING YOUR BUSINESS AND ENHANCING YOUR SKILLS WITH THE LATEST EDUCATION BOOK FROM WELLA PROFESSIONALS. WITH AN EXCITING RELEASE OF BRAND-NEW COURSES, INNOVATIVE NEW SUBJECT MATTER SUCH AS TRICHOLOGY AND CURLY HAIR, AND A SIZE EXPANSION FOR THE ALREADY PRIZED AND POPULAR COURSES, THERE IS NO EXCUSE TO BREAK THOSE NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS!

Providing the prowess, inspiring new Wella Artists – including Nikki Clifford and Fergal Doyle – are here to deliver first-class education within an iconic hairdresser line-up. What’s more, to cater for an extensive range of learning styles, courses are also on offer in both digital and hybrid formats. So, sit down, choose your courses, and get planning for 2023…

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Social Star Colour

Advanced /£235 / 1 day

Learn to create social colour trends and how to grow your following with insta-famous Wella Artists.

Blonde Expert Part 1

Advanced /£185 / 1 day

The first step into the world of lightening, encompassing all the basics of achieving a clean lift.

Lights & Tone

Advanced /£185 / 1 day Achieve the perfect blonde result every time with this masterclass in advanced highlighting and toning techniques.

Curl Craft

Expert /£280 / 1 day + 1 digital pre-learn session Learn the key rules and practices in colouring and cutting curly, coily or textured hair with a Wella Artist renowned for their skills with this hair type.

Signature Style

Essential /£235 / 1 day Combining blow-drying fundamentals with different hot tool techniques; everything you need for perfect finishing.

Cutting Start

Essential /£240 / 1 day

The first step in our new cutting trilogy, learning one-length cuts, fringes and layers on long hair.

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IOT Advanced Hair & Scalp

Advanced /£275 / 1 day

The Institute of Trichology present a one day, advanced course in hair and scalp health science, plus how to diagnose and treat with Nioxin.

Careologist

Advanced /£300 / 3 days

The ultimate course in the System Professional product range, for those that wish to become the go-to expert in their region.

Niologist

Advanced /£300 / 3 days

A three day comprehensive course exploring the science behind Nioxin, using the Nioscope, and including an introduction to trichology and cutting and colouring skills tailored to thinning hair.

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The Price Is Right

Advanced /£160 / 1 day

Simon Harris presents a day focused on the numbers; how to price your services, retail, manage your spend and ensure success in your salon’s profit margins.

Squad Goals

Advanced /£160 / 1 day

Simon Harris on how to achieve the holy grail of salon teams; motivated, happy, committed staff on a clear development path and contributing to a successful business.

Retail, Refer, Rebook

Essential /£160 for 2 places / 0.5 day

Maximising the three R’s –just as the name suggests! A half day session with Liz McKeon.

NIKKI CLIFFORD

Managing

As part of their internationally-standardised colour certification program, Goldwell’s ‘Master Colorist’ caters to all stages of your colour career. From learning how to mix shades and other foundational colour techniques within the beginner sessions, to an intensive 12-day course for experienced colourists – discover how to maximise your potential and improve your colour service, whatever your experience.

Brand new for 2023 – Goldwell has introduced its ‘Finishing School’ programme. This seminar is an eight-day intensive course which emphasises training in commercial skills and reflects the needs of the salon business. The focus is to prepare and polish stylists to be productive and confident in core hairdressing skills. Browse through an extensive list of Goldwell’s courses here: www.rdr.link/HAE022

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HAVE A SNEAK PEEK AT SCHWARZKOPF PROFESSIONAL’S EXCITING SELECTION OF NEW COURSES FOR 2023…

Mastering… Classic Cutting (Ambassador-led: Suzie McGill) You can’t beat a classic; and when it comes to haircuts, you need to master the fundamentals before you can get truly creative. During this one-day session you will be taught how to cut the iconic firefly, before learning to use the building blocks of this classic look to develop a modern update.

Mastering… Trending Colour Techniques (Ambassador-led: Brooke Evans/Nikita Fisher) Get up to speed with the most in-demand colour and toning techniques of the moment. During this one-day session, you’ll discover versatile and effective ways to work with toners, plus simple techniques for balayage, foilayage, and teasylights. You’ll also learn more about consultations and how to create and edit content for social media.

Introducing the brand-new Wella Education Book for 2023, including exciting new subject matter for advanced-level hairdressers such as trichology and curly hair.

With fresh new Wella Artists joining an already iconic line-up of hairdressers, receive a first-class education from the likes of Nikki Clifford and Fergal Doyle.

Courses are offered in both digital and hybrid formats, allowing students the most effective educational format to best suit their needs and chosen learning style.

Download the Wella Education Book 2023 here: www.rdr.link/HAE023

Mastering… Precision Cutting (Ambassador-led: Debbie G)

If you’re thinking of taking the leap from traditional salon work into creative cutting and finishing for shoots, shows and education, this is the course for you. Over two days of live demonstrations and hands-on sessions, you’ll develop your cutting skills with the very latest techniques in graduation, disconnection and precision layering.’

You can view the rest of Schwarzkopf’s course syllabus here: www.rdr.link/HAE024

With you and your business in mind, Revlon Professional has created a refined educational programme, allowing you to evolve with dedication and passion. Based on cutting-edge knowledge, these masterclasses will allow you to explore new territories, foster business development and maximise your artistic talent; through this training Revlon Professional Education will inspire you towards professional success.

The L’ORÉAL

PROFESSIONNEL

’s entertaining new education programme is tailor-made for professionals and delivered by world-renowned stylists. With this modern, original approach towards teaching, L’Oréal Professionnel demonstrates its awareness for an ever-changing industry.

Colour Keys 1: Covers fundamental knowledge surrounding the science and principles of how hair colour works.

Colour Keys 2: Everything you need to know about colour correction, having completed Colour Keys 1.

However, mindful of the evolving needs of hairdressers, this training programme has had a makeover- all the same fundamental colour knowledge, but now shared across multiple learning touch points. Initially start online –through a series of snackable, self-guided video lessons – before attending a live webinar and finishing with a jam-packed practical day.

Episodes of this new education experience can be watched anywhere at any pace, creating a fun, simple way to gain professional knowledge. Each course offers several easy-to-follow episodes of engaging content, complete with assessment and

Hair Up Masterclass with Joseph l’Anson (30th January – Leeds): Joseph’s masterclass in Hair Up is no ordinary ‘look and learn’ course. Largely involving practical demonstration and one-to-one training, the day is catered for all levels of experience. Joseph will methodically and accessibly teach ways to create beautiful hair ups with confidence, sharing an abundance of tips and tricks surrounding how to finish and secure the style.

Push your boundaries; learn trending, street-fashion inspired looks through cutting and colouring techniques that will bring a modern diversity to your everyday salon clients. Watch Mark fuse cut, colour and style methods to creative innovative trends. (Minimum three years of experience).

Book your tickets here: www.rdr.link/HAE026

Supporting its network of salons and stylists to start the year feeling prepared and motivated, KEUNE UK have designed a new education programme to cover all levels and areas of the hairdressing industry. The programme features the brand-new 2023 education book –The World of Keune UK Education – and is built upon fundamental, advanced, creative and expert needs, partnered with business support for both hairdressers and business owners.

Level 1 – Fundamental: The foundations that underlay all colour, care, styling and cutting techniques. Courses to build your knowledge and learn the skills you need to start your successful hairdressing career.

Level 2 – Advance: Evolve your skills and build on your knowledge to allow you to overcome challenging situations in the salon. Gain new techniques and understand the power of the Keune portfolio to inspire yourself and your customers.

Level 3 – Inspire: Creative and trend-led courses to help you become an influencer of new, personalised, fashion-forward looks. Be ahead of the game and keep up-to-date with our forever changing and exciting industry.

Level 4 – Expert: The highest level of skill and knowledge. Become the master of hair, fine tune your skills and broaden your horizons. Access Keune’s online learning portal here: www.rdr.link/HAE027

Seville with Mark Leeson (30th January – London):

“I’m currently reading STARTWITH WHY by Simon Sinek, it’s an inspirational read on how great leaders can inspire others. ‘Why’ is at the core of everything we do, it’s the single most important question we can ask ourselves in order to be fulfilled: why are we doing this? It’s a great read and it really makes you think about the why.”

Krysia West, Hair & Scalp Expert and Director of Perfectly Posh Hair

Hairdresser recommendations

I’m a self-confessed bookworm, I probably read a book a week, but my two favourites are GOOD VIBES GOOD LIFE and HOW TO TALK TO ANYONE. The first is great for improving self-love; it really has bettered every aspect of my life, both personally and professionally. HOW TO TALK TO ANYONE is a great read for people who struggle to introduce themselves or when talking freely to new people. We work in a people-focused industry where people skills are hugely important. Whether it be when running a business or when meeting new clients, it’s a good book for helping to improve those skills and build your confidence.”

Hayley Warrander, Senior Colourist, Rory Antonio Hair & Beauty Lab

I’d 100% recommend Steven Bartlett’s Happy,Sexy Millionaire. It’s such an impressive read. It really helped change my mindset, regardless of whether you have money or not, good self-worth or no self-worth, it’s just a great read for everyone and I cannot recommend it enough; whether you want to become a millionaire or you’re happy as you are. It has changed my mindset and made me appreciate ‘the now’ a bit more. It’s about being goal-driven but also enjoying the journey that it takes to achieve them.

Brooke Evans, BE Ironbridge

I’m very passionate about

am always reading – THE MAGIC by Rhonda Byrne had a huge impact on me, and is one I always recommend.

Melissa Timperley, owner of Melissa Timperley Manchester:

“I have a long audible list and it keeps growing. Some of my favourite books that I’ve read have been Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Chillprenuer, Get Your Sh*t Together and Leaders Eat Last. There are so many great books out there to help educate and motivate, I’m always passing recommendations onto my team. For me, it’s a great way to try and relax but also it’s a great source of motivation and really gets you thinking about new ideas and ways of working.”

Stacey Whyte, Director, Cheveux Salon

self-improvement and

Self-Improvement and Business Books About Hairdressers for Hairdressers

DISCOVER EXCITING NEW RELEASES AND REVISIT OLD FAVOURITES WITH THESE MUST-HAVE INDUSTRY SELF-HELP BOOKS...

Hair Stylist Vibe: How to grow your business, keep your clients happy, and find the perfect salon for you.

Shirley Rose

Having worked with nearly 70 stylists at six different salons, Shirley Rose is an experienced and knowledgable hairdresser with simple, practical lessons about how to succeed in the industry.

Don’t Sell 2:

SELF-CARE FOR HAIRDRESSERS:

How to Prevent Stress and Burnout and Step Into the Professional You Were Meant To Be.

At the end of last year, we saw the inspiring release of celebrity hairdresser and session stylist Louis Byrne’s very own Wellbeing Journal. In line with his wider empowerment movement, I CAN I AM AND I WILL, Louis’s Wellbeing Journal is designed to encourage readers towards a path of self-discovery; through examining key lifestyle choices and habits, we can foster a greater self-awareness and learn to embrace our own, authentic identities. Born from some of Louis’s own personal struggles, the Journal provides practical, step-by-step instructions to improve our growth mind-set, emotional balance and overall energy for life. www.rdr.link/HAE028

With over 45 years in the industry, business consultant Emil McMahon’s ‘Don’t Sell: 2’, focuses on salons’ changing business tactics since the end of the pandemic. With advice on how to increase salon visits and retail purchases within the current financial crisis, Emil’s book encourages hairdressers to embrace the ‘new norm’. www.rdr.link/HAE029

Rebecca Beardsley Highlighting issues of mental health within a stressful industry, Rebecca’s book uniquely focuses upon the anxiety, depression and anger experienced by hairdressers around the world. Sections include: Ways to manage stress, recognise the signs of burnout, reconnect with your purpose, joyfully discover the professional that you were meant to be, and make the money you deserve.

GIVEAWAY:

Would you like the chance to win a signed Wellbeing Journal with an inspirational message from Louis himself?

All you need to do is post your own ‘I Can… I Am… I Will...’ manifesto on your Instagram Story and tag @louisbyrneiciaiw and @prohairmag. The first 10 people to do this will be sent their very own, personalised journal –it’s as easy as that!

We can’t wait to see your own motivational messages and affirmations for the year ahead.

‘BeingAmazonian, hairdressers and retail, the new norm’, Emil McMahon

MARK LEESON DIRECTS

Continuing our creative collaboration with the one and only Mark Leeson, another talented, up-and-coming stylist creates a set of stunning images exclusively for Pro Hair

DEAN WAS SUCH AN AVID STUDENT –HE TOOK NOTE OF EVERYTHING I SUGGESTED AND YET WAS STILL KEEN TO MAKE THE FINAL IMAGE HIS OWN.

MARK LEESON –ART DIRECTOR

AN EXCEPTIONAL DAY AND ONE THAT I WILL ALWAYS RECALL WITH AWE. TO BE PRESENTED WITH TWO AMAZING MODELS AND MENTORED BY SOMEONE AS TRULY QUALIFIED AS MARK LEESON TO ACHIEVE MY BEST POSSIBLE SELF, WAS TO DATE, ONE OF THE BEST MOMENTS IN MY CAREER.

DEAN LAWTON-TAYLOR

DEAN LAWTON-TAYLOR AT CLIPSO, ST ALBANS

BEHIND

THE SCENES

Chris Bulezuik –Photographer

Lauren Mathis –Make-up Artist

AVA –@thehairdesk

ELINOR –@thehairdesk

BENE @thehairdesk

JACK & THE WOLFE

Hair Jack Mead & Lydia Wolfe Make-up Abbie Beautement Styling Lewis Cameron Photography Richard Miles

A marriage of eccentricity and luxury, representing a harmonious clashing of punk meets beauty. The juxtaposition of sheer luxe with stylish tough grunge embodies the spirit of this collection –tactile feminine softness with a foundation of determined toughness and strength.

Colours are jewel brights and fresh pastels met with complementing neutral tones, bridging the gap between adventurous unnatural colours and tasteful subtlety.

Cuts draw inspiration from youth-subculture across the globe.

Individuals who dare to stand out and challenge society’s concept of what is beautiful with both strong lines and soft texture.

Sian Murray –Watkins Wright

Layla Relf –Jakata

Rhayanne Tonha –Billi Currie

David Rozman –David Rozman

Dani Tuner –Rizzo Hairdressing

Ed Mascarenhas –Eds Hair

Mark Leeson SeVil

Hair Mark Leeson for Revlon Professional

Make-up Maddie Austin

Styling M&R

Photography Richard Miles

STEP 1:

Prep your client’s hair with Great Lengths Clean Remover Shampoo, removing excess oils and residue caused from styling. This ensures the longevity of the hair extensions.

STEP 2: Section ¼ inch of the natural hair from around the front hairline.

STEP 3: Apply a row of micro bonds –ensuring you do not leave a gap.

complete, take another ¼ inch section and apply a row of mini bonds. Repeat this for another two rows.

Section a triangle from the parietal ridge to the centre parting (the depth will depend on the amount of colour you wish to add. The further back the section, the bigger the section of colour). Within the triangle section, brickwork mini bonds until you reach the triangle point.

STEP 5: Cut and blend the hair extensions with the client’s natural hair.

STEP 6: Smoothing the mid lengths, use straighteners to apply a slight bevel on the ends to create a face framing effect.

www.rdr.link/HAE030

EXTENSIONS STYLIST BEVERLEY ROSSER FROM ROSSER HAIRDRESSING SHOWS US HOW…

CRAFT WORK

Championing professional colour services, the new Goldwell Color Atelier has been created to ensure that both stylists and salon clients understand and recognise that a Goldwell Color Atelier salon experience is synonymous with uniquely crafted, beautiful hair.

So what does it stand for? Goldwell Color Atelier enables Goldwell certified salons and stylists to profile themselves as a premium colour provider. The idea is to help grow consumer trust through a preference for professional colour services, making the consumer aware that every colour service is uniquely crafted for each individual client through an expert consultation.

Using dual-purpose messaging, the campaign also provides stylists with a digital opportunity to showcase the incredible results and benefits of having a bespoke, professional colour service whilst also driving consumer awareness, desire and demand for Goldwell via an engaging Social Media campaign: COLOR ATELIER CREATION.

This high profile campaign highlights the care and craft that goes into every bespoke colour service, alongside demonstrating the stylist’s ability to adapt to the fast-moving pace of fashion and trends. It also spotlights Goldwell’s innovation, superior product performance and breakthrough in salon services. This will be featured in-salon and across social media, brought to life via five, distinct categories including:

Superior Product Performance: Ground-breaking formulations that deliver the best hair results, from in-salon services to at-home care and styling essentials.

Best-in-Class Stylists: Educated professionals that work with each client to develop customised services specifically tailored to reveal their most individual style.

Revolutionary Services: Treatments and services that

leverage formulas infused with the most cutting-edge technology, delivering truly transformational results that far exceed every client’s expectation.

Breakthrough Technology: Constant innovation that pushes the limits of existing industry offerings for next-level results.

Trend Focused Looks: Looks that reflect the most up-to-date fashion trends across colour, cut, styling and texture.

Goldwell masterminds a colour campaign to elevate colour expertise and drive consumer confidence in professional colour.

ViSiT

Having opened his first successful LUKE ORMSBY HAIR salon in Pinner, Luke has just launched a second salon in Primrose Hill, London. Here, he shows us around his nature-inspired space…

How did you decide on the style of your salon interior?

The interior of the salon was very much determined by the overall brand and in keeping with our organic ethos. It felt natural to me to use earthy tones, complimented by a real wood aesthetic and of course the most important element, our plants. These are key to enhancing the vibe of the salon and mirrored the organic mission which runs through the whole Luke Ormsby Hair brand.

Where did you find the inspiration for your design?

In nature. I’m passionate about moving towards a more sustainable and organic mindset within hairdressing and I reverted back to nature to inspire me, it’s the very thing we all come from. It was important for me to incorporate as many natural elements and substances as possible.

Did you use an interior designer?

In short, no. I knew exactly what I wanted and I really enjoyed the process of pulling together the different items and curating my own vision to bring to life what Luke Ormsby Hair stands for.

Perhaps coming from a creative industry helped, but I like to think it’s also created a really personal touch. Describe the vibe created by your interior.

The vibe created by my interior is the perfect blend of chill out with high end finishes for a space to completely relax in. The priority is always for the client to feel they are indulging in themselves and to deliver complete escapism in the salon chair. A massive part of this is supported by the fragrance of the products we use as they have a huge aromatherapy scent. Another niche touch we added was to have black and white films playing throughout the

salon, the concept of this is to take clients to a completely different time before life got so hectic and full on. What do you hope is your clients’ first impression when they walk in?

I hope my clients’ first impression is that they have just walked into a sanctuary; a space that’s in touch with nature and a place that grounds them from their busy lives. They are always welcomed by our friendly and professional team and hit with a beautiful aroma of the clean and natural products we use as they step through the door, a complete transition from the street they’ve just stepped in from.

Tell us what are the key elements of your salon design?

I didn’t just want organic products, I wanted a wholly more sustainable salon, but –due to the necessity of water usage and certain elements –a sense of responsibility is part of taking that step. We use special showerheads at our back-wash units which not only half the amount of water we use in-store, but also double the pressure of the water we do use. This enables us to remove product build-up and hair colour from the hair and scalp more efficiently. These state-of-the-art taps also occupy a double water filtration system to remove chemicals, heavy metals and sediment (including lead, virus, bacteria, asbestos and fluoride), out of the fresh water we use daily. The filtered water helps to create negative Ions which help create shinier hair and eliminate frizz.

This, along with the heavy but not overbearing presence of plants and the clean chic natural aesthetic, are really the key design elements clients can expect to experience throughout both Pinner and Primrose Hill.

Do you have any curated pieces or special features/areas in the salon?

We do, I designed the back wall myself, it’s a moss and mirror chequerboard! I wanted it to reflect light whilst also keeping the continuation of the touch of nature throughout by incorporating live moss within the wall. It’s a space that feels unique and gains many compliments from clients.

How have you embraced sustainability within the design?

Wood is one of the most sustainable products you can use and our FOH desks are all solid wood. The backwash, as mentioned, is a particularly sustainable feature which allows us to really cut back water wastage. On top of this, all of the products we stock are 100% organic and housed in amber glass bottles. We also repurpose our backwash bottles to be used as bamboo vases. For us, all of this is making conscious steps towards sustainable hairdressing.

What salon software do you use and what feature of it do you find most useful?

We use Zanotti across the salons. I find the most useful feature is having a direct line to my account manager for times when we have questions. We ensure we are getting the most from the software by being fully equipped with the knowledge to use all its features, especially reporting the day to day running of the business.

What salon furniture have you chosen and why?

When choosing furniture for Primrose Hill, we actually created our own line and designed it to suit what we felt clients really needed, which was comfort as well as practicality.

Do you have a dress code/uniform for your team?

Our team wear all black to keep a smart and professional feel in the salon. I do sometimes wear a white shirt, this helps clients to identify me if they wish to talk to me directly as the salon owner –whether it be complimenting the staff or a special request they may have for us to consider within the salon.

Booked..!

I headed to Paris to get Joe Jonas ready for the Louis Vuitton FW showwith a cut and style, and some light grooming for a healthy finish to the skin.

WE LOVE FOLLOWING CELEBRITY HAIRDRESSER AND GROOMER LUKE BENSON ON INSTAGRAM AS HE GIVES A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES ON THE MANY GLAMOROUS SHOOTS AND PROJECTS THAT HE WORKS ON. WE’RE EXCITED TO ANNOUCE THAT FROM THIS MONTH HE’LL BE SHARING HIS DIARY WITH US IN THE PAGES OF PRO HAIR.

I’ve worked with Victoria Magrath a few times now, this was for a Valentino Beauty Christmas event. She has great hair and style and is one of the original bloggers so it’s always nice being able to look after her.

I had a nice collaborative job with ANTLER luggage and JOE CHEF, focusing on the limited edition colour of the luggage. And we got to eat the amazing food that was prepared at the end of the shoot!

A lot of my clients are in the music industry so I’m constantly shooting album and single artwork; this month was for LOUISE’s new single. Keep your eyes out for that in a future column…

As ROMAN KEMP’s personal groomer, my diary has been packed with his promo appearances for his new book –Are You Really OK? We both grew moustaches for Movember, raising awareness and money for our friend, Joe Lyons. Joe’s Buddy Line is a registered charity in England and Wales, aiming to provide emotional and mental health support for those within primary school to university age. They offer workshops run by certified mental health professionals and a range of other initiatives.

TOM GRENNAN is one of my regular clients and I did a refresh of his trademark curly style.

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5minutes with LouisByrne

Talk us through what a normal working day looks like for you.

Wow – a normal working day?

I’m not actually sure what that looks like! One thing I love most about my life is how my work is so incredibly varied, there is no ‘normal’.

I do have one consistent thing that runs through all my days however, and that is my empowerment movement: ‘I Can I Am and I will.’ It’s currently in its fourth year, rolling seven days a week and underpinning everything I do.

On top of this, I spend some days tending to my amazing celebrity clients, this involves prepping them for performances – I have recently started looking after Paloma Faith, for example. I always make sure to get behind-the-scenes footage to make social reels of my work.

And then Sundays are all about the Sunday sessions at Nicola Clarke John Frieda. This is where I work my empowerment programme into my client relationships, offering practical wellbeing advice and self-care tools.

What is your favourite wardrobe item at the moment?

My fleece tracksuit, I just can’t get out of it!

I recently shot my latest collection at my pop-up community centre empowerment studio, this was based in the middle of Old Compton Street, Soho. It was a complete immersive experience of uplift and empowerment – a concept that will tour the country next year – where I illustrated the transformative power of what we do as hairdressers, giving everyone the opportunity to experience wellbeing. I poured the feeling of the event into the shots, and we created a beautiful collection of real images with real people –no retouching, just pure joy!

quick fire favourites

TO EAT:

This is me hanging out with my nan Josie, she’s 91 and full of spirits. We often go out for drives together, singing along to music and sometimes stopping for a cake at the garden centre or grabbing a cheeky Nando’s; she really fills my heart.

TO VISIT: LISBON

TO LISTEN: MY REGGAE PLAYLIST OR DR WAYNE W. DYER’S PODCAST

TO WATCH: FANTASTIC FUNGI (A MUST WATCH ON NETFLIX)

One of my proudest hairdressing moments was recently actually –in a culmination of four years of hard work, I have just been signed as Editorial Artist for

TO READ: I DON’T TAKE REQUESTS – DJ FAT TONY

L’Oréal Professionnel. It was L’Oréal who also supported my pop-up community centre empowerment studio. In a room full of love and honestly, the magical event took place exactly four years after my journey of wellbeing and self-discovery began, changing my life forever. The event was supported by Vicky McClure who showcased a performance from her Dementia choir. The event was such a fun experience that attracted really great press – I’m ready to do more already!

Can you tell us about the inspiration behind your latest collection or favourite shot?

Can you share with us one of your proudest hairdressing moments?

Celebrity Hairdresser and Session Stylist Louis Byrne talks us through his inspirational messages of self-care and personal empowerment…

BaByliss

Denman International Ltd................................................(page 11) www.rdr.link/HAE101

Easy Dry Ltd..............................................................(page 67/IBC) www.rdr.link/HAE102

Ecolour Ltd..................................................................(pages 17-19) www.rdr.link/HAE103

Great Lengths....................................................................(page 6) www.rdr.link/HAE104

KPSS (UK) Ltd........................................................(pages 2/IFC, 3) www.rdr.link/HAE105

National Hairdressers Federation..............................(page 34) www.rdr.link/HAE106

Wella (UK) Ltd..........................................................(PAGES 38,39) www.rdr.link/HAE107