Summer 2021 / Careers
Why be a Colour
Specialis Rosie Briscoe, Freelance Hairstylist, Klub Salon, Manchester
My career choice I fell in love with colour straight away! I loved the mixture of science and creativity. I don't think I ever did decide. I just became the go-to in the salon for formulations and colour problems because I love it so much.
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My mentors
Why I specialised
I was working with Sharon Peake and Adam Bryant at the Ethos salon in Manchester when they won British Colour Technicians of the Year at the 2013 British Hairdressing Awards. They are both amazing colourists and artists. The way they think about colour and the inspiration behind their collection was always so interesting to be a part of and they both taught me so much.
I wanted to specialise in colour so I could live and breathe my passion day in, day out. I made it my mission to educate and bring an understanding to others of the correct usage of colour.
What I love most
I completed my L’Oréal Colour Degree and graduated four years ago. I then had the opportunity to audition to be a part of the L’Oréal Innovative Team — this is a year-long programme.
I love the problem solving. Give me a colour correction any day. I love a real head scratcher, when you need a pen and paper in the colour room to think about your ratio and a full salon debate about what needs to be done.
Extra education The biggest learning experience for me was the 10-day advanced course, Matrix Colour Mastery. Only when I’d finished the course, did I really feel like I was a specialist.
My hero product Matrix SoColor Sync range — it's development is super quick, it's amonia-free, with ceramides that make the hair look smooth, shiny and feel amazing!
What I love most Being in and amongst a team, working with likeminded colourists and continuously learning and developing my skills.
Extra education
Rebecca Boothby, Owner, Signature Hair
My Career Choice Within five years of qualifying, I became aware of the true potential and benefits specialising in colour had to offer me and my business.
Next, I would love to audition to win a place on the L’Oréal ID Team, which is a two-year programme. I want to always continue to learn and improve.
What is your colour product of choice and why? My favourite L’Oréal colouring product has to be the L’Oréal DIA Light family. The range delivers high shine and gloss and it’s flexibility and performance make it my trusted colouring product.
