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EDITORIAL There is a constant demand for qualified, creative, well-trained hairdressers in Ireland. If you are innovative and ambitious, there is no limit to your potential. Your artistic skills and training give you the opportunity to do what you love all day, every day … how lucky are you! But until now, we have been waiting …. waiting for a Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship to be introduced. And now, finally, the time has come, and preparations for an Apprenticeship are underway, with the Irish Hairdressing Council as the Lead Industry Body in the development and roll-out of the apprenticeship programme. Mountains were moved! You can join the Irish Hairdressing Council for free on www.hairdressingcouncil.ie Now in its 21st year, the Irish Hairdresser ‘BEST of the BEST’ event will take place on 8th July in Dublin. It will include the Irish Hair Photographic Awards and the Alternative Hair Visionary Awards. Also, the fabulous international hairdressing superstar Chrystofer Benson and his CBC team are flying in specially to present a Hair Show at the event. Tickets will be on sale soon on Event Brite. Sponsorship opportunities for the event are still available. The 7th edition of the Hairdressing Career and Training book is being finalised, with a wealth of information on the industry from start to finish. It outlines the many dimensions of a career filled with exciting possibilities and saturated with creative opportunities – including where to train, how to train, together with a comprehensive list of schools, colleges and providers of training. Space is still available for training providers to promote their centres of excellence. Do you know that Image Skillnet offer a wide range of part-funded skills training tailored to your needs? They are a great source of support to salons in the hair and beauty sector. Check them out! www. imageskillnet.ie The Barber Council of Ireland has launched, with an offer to join free of charge. You will find details within, and at www.barbercouncilofireland.ie If you are a salon owner, it is imperative that you become GDPR compliant. This new EU-wide data protection law comes into force on May 25th, with huge penalties for non-compliance. Information and courses on GDPR compliance are available from Image Skillnet, Looking forward to seeing you all at the Irish Hairdresser BEST of the BEST event! 4

CONTENTS

Best of the Best Chrystofer Benson Customer Care by Peter Munton New BC Bonacure NEW Centre of Excellence The Hairdressing Council of Ireland Power up your Career in Management Global Colour Sharon Blain Queen of Long Hair Celebrations for Intercoiffure Ireland Fondation Guillaume Ireland Hairotica Ciara Wilson Irish Ambassadors for Zen Master Scissors Spotlight on Stephen O’Driscoll Glamour Ball Alfaparf Milano Nexxt Generation Shows Phorest Salon Owners Summit 2018 Team Ireland St Johns College Mirror Mirror Mannequin Awards Robert Masciave in Dublin NIHA Barbers Unite Charles Clarke The Stately Gent Michael Moriarty The Baldy Barber Wella Trend Vision

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Editor: Maeve O’ Healy-Harte (maeveohealyhar te@gmail.com) (info@irishhairdresser.ie) Publisher : Gold Vision Ltd. Sales: 086 355 5596 Photography: Mike Harte, Absolute Studios, Kestutis Anuzis, Gordan Johnston and Stephen O’ Driscoll Design: www.studio93.ie No reproduction of any part of this magazine is permitted without prior consent. The greatest of care has been taken to ensure accuracy, but the publisher cannot accept responsibility for omissions or errors.

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Hair: Stephen O’Driscoll Photo: Stephen O’Driscoll Issue 90

Best of the Best Irish Hairstylist of the Year 2017/18

Irish Hair & Make Up Photographic Awards Alternative Hair - Visionary Ireland Awards Chrystofer Benson (CBC) Show at The Ballsbridge Hotel, Dublin 4. 8th July

Left - 2017 Winner Best Fantasy Image: Stephen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Driscoll Right - 2017 Winner Best Mens Classic Image: Paul Mac

THE RULES Deadline for entries is 1st May 2018 Entries WILL NOT be accepted without all correct details (it is vital the photographers name is correct) Due to copyright laws and regulations, organisers of Best of the Best must have permission to use photographs on social media and in print format. Entries will not be processed without correct payment and entry form. Late entries WILL NOT be accepted. All work submitted must be your own. Images entered should not be put up on social media until finalists are announced. Images which have

been photographed for colour company collections will not be accepted. Please send your entries CLEARLY LABELLED ON A DISC or USB. ONLY ONE PER COMPETITOR. NO hard copies of photos required. NO EMAIL ENTRIES ACCEPTED. BEST of the BEST Overall Winner In order to win the title Best of the Best IRISH HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR or IRISH BARBER OF THE YEAR the competitor must be a finalist in three categories (excluding Team and Make Up entries). The competitor who gains the most points wins the title and trophy.

THE CATEGORIES

BEST Long Hair Image Including Braid

BEST Black & White Image

BEST Newcomer Image

BEST Classic Bridal Image

BEST Mens Fashion

BEST Curly Hair Image

BEST Classic Barber

A black & white ladies image with hair as the focus. A Classic Bridal image with hair as the focus. A curly hair image long or short

BEST Hair Colour Image

Keep the emphasis on the hair colour.

BEST Commercial Image

A commercial salon hairstyle long or short.

BEST Editorial Image

This image must tell an instant story. Hair can be dressed Up or Down or Both.

A young fashion look using braids as the focus. It must be your first time to enter these awards with an image of your choice. A fashion image of your choice in colour. A Classic Barber image in black and white

BEST Mens Commerical

An image of your choice

BEST Bridal Makeup

A close up image of beautiful bridal makeup.

BEST Creative Make Up

A close up image of creative makeup.

BEST Fantasy Image

Irelands Artistic Team of the Year (3 images)

BEST Fashion Image

The following entries are open only to those who live outside the island of Ireland.

The sky’s the limit. It’s all about the total look. A full or 3/4 length ladies image of your choice reflecting current trends in hair and clothes. More than one model per image can be used.

BEST Hair Extension Image

A photo of your choice, long or short hair, male or female model(s). The sky is the limit.

ENTRY FORM For entry form & further information Email: Info@irishhairdresser.ie or Call 083 4500246 Alternative Hair - Visionary Award •Avant-Garde •Ladies Cut and Colour •Men’s Full Fashion For info

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A collection of 3 ‘themed’ images.

BEST International Team

A Collection of Three Colour Images.

BEST International Image (Black & White)

An image of your choice in Black and White

CHRYSTOFER BENSON (CBC)

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hrystofer Benson is a GLOBAL AWARD-WINNING Hair Colorist and Stylist. He is highly respected in the professional hair & beauty industry for his, exceptional creative vision, communication skills, and technical talent that clearly defines him as an industry leader. He has also launched his own brand of products and education at CBC – Chrystofer Benson Collective - HAIRCBC.com Creative, Visionary, and Passionate are a few of the words used to describe Chrystofer Benson. Working and educating globally, he is driven by his unparalleled creative energy to break down barriers and leave his mark and legacy on this world. As an avid competitor, he has many International titles in Cutting, Color, and Styling, 4 North American Hair Awards (NAHA) as well the following career highlights:

8/9/10th JULY DUBLIN • CBC HAIR SHOW • CBC COLOUR&CUT SEMINAR • CBC AVANT GARDE SEMINAR

2018 ��BANGSTYLE ARTIST OF THE YEAR 2017 TO REIGN SUPREME 2017, 2015 ��INTERNATIONAL VISIONARY AWARLONDON UK RUNNER - UP 2017 .......................................... IRISH Hairdresser Magazine BEST of the BEST INTERNATIONALBEST BLACK AND WHITE - Winner 2017 ��America’s Beauty Show GLOBAL AWARDS - COLORAMERICA - Colorist of the year - Winner 2017, 2015 ��BANGSTYLE - SUPREMES - 2x Winner 2016, 2014, 2010 �� NAHA – Hair Colorist of the Year - 3x Winner 2014 ��Hot Magazine - Honored as a their 2014 Most Liked Stylist on FACEBOOK 2014 �� NAHA - Master Hairstylist of the Year - People’s Choice - Winner 2014, 2013 �� Leo Passage Gold Trophy - 2x Overall Winner 2014............................................ BE! Beauty Entertainment Magazine USA Rankings - #2 Educator #2 Platform Artist #1 Colorist 2013 ��Hot Magazine - Honored as a Top 12 Living Legend 2013 ��America’s Beauty Show - COLORAMERICA - Colorist of the year - Winner 2013 �� America’s Beauty Show - Texture Champion - Winner 2013 �� America’s Beauty Show - Makeover Expert - Winner 2012............................................ BE! Beauty Entertainment Magazine - Honored with Beauty Maker Award for Platform Artistry 2011 ��America’s Beauty ShUrban Street Fashion - Winner

With Chrystofers drive and vision, he is undeniably one of the most progressive hairstylists of our time, constantly touring Globally. He delivers spellbinding artistic main-stage performances, technical trainings, and when not traveling, he spends his time at his private creative studio preparing his next collections. Chrystofer also has an impressive body of international photo work from collaborations with photographers creating stunning images that elevate hairdressings overall art form. From Advertising, Beauty, Fashion, and Editorial campaigns, his work has graced the covers and pages of publications of International magazines around the globe. He is continually growing and elevating his own art form and sharing his work at chrystoferbenson.com and haircbc.com For more information contact… Irish Hairdresser Magazine. T: 083 4500246 9

CUSTOMER CARE

by Peter Munton

Introduction, Preparation and First Contact

irst of all, let me state the obvious. The most important element in a Hairdressers world is the customer. You cannot be a hairdresser without clients; every single one is vitally important. Add to that, the best patrons are happy ones; we should aim to create happy clients that will always return to us. I’ve often heard it said that customer care is common sense. In my experience, common sense is not that common. Good customer care is a learnt skill that is difficult to keep up 100% of the time. Keep it up you must, your clients deserve nothing less. Of course, our hairdressing skills should be second to none, but they are not the only important skills. Caring for our customers, before, during and after their visit is vital. Of course, one great side benefit of happy clients is, our working day will be more pleasant. Therefore Customer Care is an equally important aspect of a hairdressers skills, just as important as practical skills. This is also the most cost-effective way of upgrading the service you provide. It’s free, can be applied to the highest level, in all salons; from one operator salons to large salon groups. I’m sure we all feel we provide a good service to our customers. But do we deliver the best customer care we can, all the time? Most lost customers are lost due to one small incident happening on one occasion, therefore, we should not lower our service ever. Remember one small slip will change our client’s perception of us. This is such a vast subject that I will pass on my personal feeling on this over several articles. This first article of the series covers Preparation and First Contact.

Excellent Service and Skill becomes your autograph...

Preparation... ATTITUDE: Should be that all clients are equally important, our approach will be reflected in their opinion of us as individuals and of the salon team. APPEARANCE: We should not only show that we are part of the fashion industry and reflect our salon’s image but of course just as important is our own personal presence. CLIENT DETAILS: We should check all clients appointments well before they arrive to avoid any surprises and to be aware of their 10

past visits. Including any products purchased, we can then first check if they are happy; you should want to know if their last visit was what they wanted. Also, if any product purchased did not live up to their expectations you will be able to recommend an alternative. Then you can move on to the current visit with any past problems, dealt with and not clouding this visit. TIME KEEPING: For our own personal professional image to our clients we should be on the salon floor and ready to receive clients at our start time. Arriving at the salon at your start time impacts on your perceived professionalism, and leave the client feeling rushed, even if this is not the case. SALON READINESS: And of course, every aspect of the salon should be ready for the client’s visit. TEAM READINESS: Finally, but most importantly every member of staff should be mindful of all facets of the customer’s experience.

A customers complaint is your greatest learning source

First Contact... SOCIAL CONTACT: The first contact could be at any time, not just when a client walks into the salon. Maybe a new acquaintance, when on a social night out, shows interest when they hear you are a hairdresser. Be professional even if you think this is an invasion of your privacy, be friendly but ask them to come to the salon for a consultation. Although you are on your own time you are still representing your professional self and your salon. Remember this new contact may become your most loyal client, create a great first and lasting impression. They will always remember your first meeting. ONLINE CONTACT: In this era of social media, you could gain new clients online, as with meeting someone on a night out, be professional, create a great first impression, and arrange a consultation in the salon. PHONE CONTACT: The most common first contact with new or existing customers is on the phone, usually a call to the salon to arrange an appointment. Don’t let the phone ring for too long, if you are already dealing with a client excuse yourself answer the phone and let the caller know you will be with them soon, a

caller waiting too long could be upset with you before they even speak to you. Every time you answer the phone be prepared, friendly and helpful, it could be your first contact. You should of course answer with you salons accepted procedure. RECEPTION: One definition of reception is the act of receiving or being received, this is self-explanatory. Reception can also mean, the manner in which something, such as a guest or a new idea, is received: Eg. a cold reception, which of course also applies to the salon reception area, the last thing we want is for our customer is “A cold reception”. Visitors to the salon should be received promptly in a friendly manner. As with the phone if you are busy with another client excuse yourself, greet the arriving client, and return to the customer you are dealing with. This is, of course, obvious, all the same, it is easy when busy to appear to be uninterested. It’s the customer perception that matters. The salon receiver should be aware of all expected customers, their reason for this visit and the member of staff allocated to them. The client can then be guided to the correct location, be it the waiting area, washing area or styling position.

Finally, but most importantly every member of staff should be mindful of all facets of the customer’s experience, “It’s not my responsibility” should never be your attitude, everything is everyone’s responsibility when it comes to customer care. This applies to all layers of the team, salon owners, managers, stylists, colourists, trainees, reception, cleaners and any other layer of staff you may have. You are all members of a team and what one does affect all. This series of Articles will continue in the next edition of “IrishHairdresser” with “Consultation”

First Class Service Guarantee

If a client’s service is delayed for any reason they must be kept up to date with their status. eg. if a client is told there will be a 10-minute delay, after 5 minutes reassure them, don’t leave the sitting wondering if the delay will be longer. It is important at this stage of the client’s experience is to ensure that all customers receive any additional service offered. For example, if the salon supplies a beverage to clients, ensure that all clients are offered this. A client could feel left out or unimportant if forgotten, and we all know that every client is important.

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NEW BC BONACURE Schwarzkopf Professional presents new BC Bonacure! their latest skincare-inspired, haircare regime with advanced technology for simply beautiful hair.

he root of every relationship between a hairdresser and a client is confidenceâ&#x20AC;ŚConfidence that clients will get the best service during every visit. â&#x20AC;ŚConfidence that hairdressers will use the best products in the market. Confidence that clients will leave the salon feeling beautiful, inside and out. Coming from a heritage of 120 years of breakthrough haircare technology, Schwarzkopf Professional presents the latest haircare regime BC Bonacure. They believe they provide tailor-made haircare services, customised for each client and believe in providing hairdressers with the most advanced technologies based on skincare-inspired ingredients. With a commitment to innovation, the BC Bonacure assortment delivers salon-beautiful hair to every client insalon and at home, thanks to the integration of trending skincare-inspired technologies and breakthrough Micellar Technology: Trending Skincare-Inspired technologies unique to each hair range, the inclusion of the best, proven skincare technologies, such as moisturising Hyaluronic Acid, repairing Peptide, colourlocking pH 4.5, plumping Collagen, smoothing Keratin and rejuvenating Q10+ means that there is an ideal BC Bonacure regime to suit every hair type. 12

HAIRDRESSING CAREER AND TRAINING BOOK

N O O S G N I M O C 7 EDITION

HAIRDRESSING CAREER AND TRAINING BOOK

The 7th edition of the Hairdressing Career and Training Book will be an indispensable tool for any information required. The book will be the ultimate source of information for those who are about to embark on their professional hairdressing career, and also for those already in the industry for some time who want more inspiration, education and information. Within its colourful illustrated pages the book will feature valuable information on all aspects of this great career such as different Training and Educational options for beginners in the industry to the most senior hairdressers in the Industry. Names and contact details of Irelands leading Educational & Training Centres, Colleges and Academies etc. Direction will be given on where and how to start your career, what to expect and what is required to make a successful hairdresser. For those already on their journey it will provide direction beyond the salon up to level 8 and offer integrated coverage of the Irish and International competition arena.

For information on being featured in this edition

Contact: 083 4500246

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ACCADEMIA

STRUCTURE | ART | CREATE

pert Professional, the luxury hair and beauty distribution company, has launched Accademia, a state-of-the-art Center of Excellence for hair and beauty education and management. As in its name, Accademia, is the Latin word for education. The Dublin-based, eco-friendly designed 16,000 square foot education facility spans over four floors which are designed to incorporate a number of fullyfitted salons, make-up and beauty training rooms, lecture theaters, meeting spaces, as well as a residential coffee shop, (coffee social) and private garden.

The self-contained, state-of-the-art building incorporates environmental practices including an eco-friendly heating and cooling design with water filtration system and a maximum utilisation of natural light. The minimalist, modern design interior with its clean lines creates an overall feel and context aimed at fostering the kind of professional creativity that Xpert Professional is determined to make the pervading atmosphere in the education facility.

Photography: Absolute Studios

Polished concrete floors throughout, with exposed stainless steel pipework gives a beautiful raw, yet industrial feel to the centre. The complete interior was furnished and designed in Holland by Premium salon furniture company, Welonda, a lot of which was designed bespoke exclusively for Accademia. The exterior was designed by Dublin-based award-winning architects, Conneys. As a centre of excellence to rival the best-in-class internationally, Accademia will focus on delivering technically demanding and superb haircare, skincare and beauty-creative education courses. It will also set the standard in hosting an unrivalled selection of business, customer service and retail education seminars, specifically tailored to the needs of professional stylists and beauty therapists. Detailed technologically-advanced training will also be delivered on the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s products, appliances and equipment. This centre of excellence will become the new home for all Xpert Professionals luxury brands , including Irelands number one professional Brand Alfaparf Milano, Joico, Kemon and Moroccan Oil. With over 28 guest artists presently working with Accademia, and international Guest Artistic Teams soon to start arriving to the new centre to entertain their client base, it certainly is exciting times ahead for the Irish Hair and beauty industry.

The main features of Accademia include: • Three fully-fitted salons with 12 styling stations in each for colour training techniques and services • Two lecture theatres to accommodate 160 trainees and professionals • A 20-seater board room for theory classes • A fully furnished make-up training room • A fully furnished beauty training room Accademia will produce over 1000 courses per year. A ‘Coffee Social’ café catering for 180 students and professionals daily, with a private adjoining garden for al fresco dining.

“The ALFAPARF Milano Accademia suite of premium brands include: ALFAPARF Milano, DIBI MILANO, JOICO, Kemon, Moroccan Oil, Welonda, Kiela, Kasho.”

For ALFAPARF Milano Accademia course information and timetables log onto www.xpertpro.ie or contact: 045-856490. Email: academy@xperthair.ie

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NEW LAUNCH April 23th 2018

Hairdressing Council NEWS

A Snapshot of the activities and success of the past year

Met with the Hair & Barber Council UK for advice and collaboration

Information video produced to promote the Hairdressing Council

Robert Masciave was in Dublin for a seminar.

2 Industry Surveys completed with great information acquired.

Proud member of OMC in 2017 and 2018

NIHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s invitation to present the Northern Ireland Team Awards in Belfast.

Support of Trichologist Anita Kirby.

An OMC Achievement Medal was presented to Bridget Haren for her work with OMC and with the Council

Delighted to support the RAPUNZEL Foundation Alopecia Charity, Find and LIKE them on Facebook on Rapunzel Ponytails page or on their website www.rapunzelfoundation.com

Council members gave advice and support on the new Certificate in Management and Diploma in Management by UL which if successful could lead to Degree qualification.

MEMBER

MEETINGS Support and Advice from Senator Gabrielle McFadden

President of the Hairdressing Council Bridget Haren signs the Lead Body documents for the Apprenticeship in Professional Hairdressing 22

IRELAND

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17 Team Ireland competitors competed in Paris at OMC World Championships.

Meetings for Advice and Support for the Barber Council of Ireland

Frank Hession receives the 1st Industry Legend Award presented by Maeve Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Healy-Harte

RDS 2017... Promoting Hairdressing as a Career

The Hairdressing Council Ball was very successful in Athlone.

Lobbied for VAT to remain at 9%...Senators, TDs and a visit to Leinster House Successful result.

RDS 2018... Promoting Hairdressing as a Career.

Council members were delighted to judge the National Schools Competitions at St Johns in Cork.

MEETINGS in Dublin with executive members.

SOLAS Meeting and seminar for the development of the Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship.

Working with Image Skillnet is a pleasure.

Meeting at Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Oreal Professionnel Dublin.

THE PROFESSIONAL Hairdressing CouncilHAIRDRESSING NEWS Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship APPRENTICESHIP The introduction of an industry-led Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship to the Irish education and training system is innovative and positive for the whole sector.

n Apprenticeship is defined as a programme of structured education and training which formally combines and alternates learning in the hair salon with learning in an educational or training centre. It is dual system, a blended combination of on-the-job employer-based training and off-the-job training. The national apprenticeship system is governed by legislation which sets out the overall structure of the national system for all apprenticeships

The Who’s Who…. The key partners and stakeholders in the new Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship are: The Department of Education & Skills:

They set policy and allocate funding via SOLAS and the HEA

The Apprenticeship Council

This council is appointed by the Minister for Education & Skills. They steer expansion of the apprenticeship into new and existing sectors of the economy.

The Apprentice

To ‘be’ an apprentice they must secure a contract with an employer to complete their apprenticeship training.

Providers:

The education and training providers have a key role in coordinating delivery of the apprenticeship programme and provide the off-the-job learning. If required they may draw on collaborating providers for delivery in other areas of the country.

The Consortium:

The Industry led group which develops the programme and oversees its roll out. The consortium includes education and training providers

SOLAS:

Hairdressing Industry:

The apprenticeship begins when an approved employer formally registers an apprentice with SOLAS

SOLAS is the policy advice and funding agency with the primary responsibility for maintenance of a register of employers approved to take on apprentices and register of apprentices nationally.

Industry Lead Body:

HEA - Higher Education Authority

Industry Co-Ordinator:

QQI – ‘Quality and Qualifications Ireland’

The Hairdressing Council of Ireland is the lead industry body of the Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship

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Lead provider: Limerick Clare ETB

The HEA is a policy advice and funding agency for Higher Education in Ireland

QQI is the quality assurance agency for all further and higher education and training in Ireland, including apprenticeships. It is the awarding body so QQI will be the Certification Awarded for the National Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship.

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TIMELINE TO DATE: May 2017: Apprenticeships proposals were called for by Government and work began on a Professional Hairdressing proposal June 2017: Partnered with Image SkillNet and work continued. Sept 2017: Passed first stage of submission Oct 2017: Partnered with Image Skillnet Training and Development, Synergy group and LCETB more work completed as a joint unit. Nov 2017: Meetings with Solas, Apprenticeship Board, ETB Ireland and the Department of Education Dec 2017: Proposal accepted. Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton TD announced a Professional Hairdressing Apprenticeship for development. The proposal approved was sent in by the Hairdressing Council of Ireland in partnership with Synergy Group, Image SkillNet Training and Development and the LC ETB. Jan 2018: Apprenticeship Briefing Day with Solas Feb 2018. The signing of documents by the Lead Bodies in the new Apprenticeship. As Industry Lead Industry Body, The Hairdressing Council was represented by its President Bridget Haren and the Educational Lead Body was represented by its Manager of Training Services LCETB Colin Cummins. Feb 2018: Our invitation of other industry bodies to join the above consortium accepted such as Peter Mark, IHF, a small and medium size business and Industry experts was accepted. 25

March 2018: Occupational profile of a hairdresser re-viewed

POWER UP YOUR CAREER IN MANAGEMENT

ast September, a dynamic group of 23 like minded Salon owners and senior hair stylists commenced their first semester of the Certificate in Management programme,which saw them undertake 10 Management modules over the course of the year. Modules cover a wide variety of management topics such as Communications, Time Management, Managing Performance, Employee relations, Grievance and Dispensary practices, Quality management, Responsibilities and Accountability, Interpersonal Skills, Managing Change and Conflict, Feedback Skills, Motivation, Delegation and much more. Now, nearing the end of their programme Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s envisioned that these students who successfully complete the Certificate level programme will continue their education with pathways to the Diploma in Management (level 7) and the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Management Practice (level 8) available through the University of Limerick,

GLOBAL COLOUR

Tyrone stylist’s unique hair colour creation could be included in a global colour catalogue by prestigious italian colour powerhouse, ALFAPARF MILANO

tylist, Emma Finlay, Couture Hair, Tyrone won the prestigious ALFAPARF Milano Fantastic Colourist Award at the ALFAPARF MILANO FANTASTIC HAIRDRESSER AWARDS 2017 - the most widely anticipated and attended awards ceremony in the hairdressing industry in Ireland. The Awards took place in The Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin. Emma and her competitors in the ALFAPARF MILANO FANTASTIC HAIR COLOURIST AWARD category were asked to create a commercial colour look which complemented a current trend. In a change to previous years, competitors were also asked to create a unique colour blend and technique

“I am just so delighted to be given this opportunity to represent Ireland and to potentially produce a winning colour for the ALFAPARF Milano colour collection. It’s a dream come true”. specifically for this ALFAPARF MILANO FANTASTIC HAIR COLOURIST competition – a colour that is not currently available on any existing colour chart. Emma fought off exceptional talent from 38 other stylists from across Ireland to win first place in this challenging category, and will now represent Ireland at the international ALFAPARF MILANO Nexxt Colour GenHairation contest, to be held in Valencia, Spain in June. “This is the first time the winner of the Irish colourist category will compete at an international level, against submissions from stylists from all over the world. Emma created a stunning and 28

completely unique colour, and we have high hopes that she will win at the ALFAPARF MILANO International Nexxt Colour GenHairation competition 2018, to be held in Valencia, Spain in June”, said David Donnellan, Managing Director, ALFAPARF MILANO Ireland. And what a win that will be. In addition to featuring the winning stylist in a glittering ALFAPARF MILANO Show, alongside the ALFAPARF MILANO styling team in an international location following the contest, the award-winning colour will also be manufactured by the Italian colour powerhouse, for sale in salons all over the world. This show and technique will be promoted internationally thus giving the overall winner a once-in-alifetime opportunity to raise their profile not only in Ireland but throughout the world. “It is crazy to think that a colour I created in my salon in Omagh could be colouring hair across the globe in 2019!”, says Emma, “I am just so delighted to be given this opportunity to represent Ireland and to potentially produce a winning colour for the ALFAPARF Milano colour collection. It’s a dream come true”.

SHARON BLAIN

QUEEN OF LONG HAIR

haron Blain is one of the most acclaimed hairdressers and educators in the world today. For more than five decades she has been toiling her craft, perfecting her skills and sharing her unrivalled knowledge with thousands of hairdressers from all corners of the globe at workshops, seminars, online and at her highly acclaimed boot camps. At the Salon Shop in Cork Sharon Blain presented her 2 day Bridal Masterclass course in long hair styling techniques, red carpet hair and photographic styling. People from all over the world as well as Ireland attended. How to do classic hair shapes, French rolls and much more. Sharon now has a 12 week online Boot Camp also. Sharon Blainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s November 2018 Boot Camp in Cork is already sold out however there are paces left for her look and learn seminar in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s college on 11 Nov. To book: www.sharonblain.com

Hair: Bridget Haren Artistic Team Photo: KEST Mua Sarah Cummins Designer: Ernest Perryman 31

CELEBRATIONS FOR INTERCOIFFURE IRELAND Intercoiffure Ireland celebrated their 10th year in Ireland at the prestigious Shelbourne Hotel Dublin. Guest attendees were Intercoiffure members, Foundation Guillaume Ambassadors,top hair company suppliers and special guests.

Thank you to all who supported Intercoiffure in the past ten years.

FONDATION GUILLAUME IRELAND

A great year for Ambassadors Erin, Nicole, Sandra and Zhyna.

ntercoiffure Ireland are very proud of the four young hairstyists that represented them as their Ambassadors for Fondation Guillaume during 2017. They are a wonderful example of the future of Hairdressing in Ireland to come. The girls took every opportunity available to them during their 12 months reign and had many wonderful experiences training with the very best hairdressers in Ireland. They also assisted at hair shows and completed two of their own photoshoots. They finished off their years experience with a trip to Paris to the International Fondation Guillaume Academy at the Intercoiffure House of Nations where they enjoyed International education and training and a great cultural experience..

Fondation Guillaume was set up in Paris in 1982 by the renowned Parisian Hair designer, sculpturer, avant garde artist and patron of the Arts - Guillaume Gugliemi. The Fondation promotes and nurtures the young people under 27 from Intercoiffure member salons all over the world. Fondation Guillaume teams join and enjoy the opportunity to gain inspiration and enjoy cultural differences and opens many new doors within the industry. Thank you: Erin Hoare, Nicola Mitchell, Sandra Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan, and Zhyna Williams.

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FONDATION GUILLAUME IRELAND ‘Girls Not Allowed’ Photoshoot Hair: Intercoiffure. Fondation Guillaume Team Photo: Absolute Studios Fashion Styling: Claire Garvey MakeUp: Aisling Eyre Models: Ros Model Management

HAIROTICA ALTERNATIVE HAIR SHOW. LONDON.

fantastic experience started for Amanda Whittome, representing the Hugh Campbell Hair Group when she presented an amazing Avant Garde look at the Ireland Visionary Awards during the BEST of the BEST event in Dublin - and won. From this win she got through to the final of the International Visionary Awards in London and re-presented her look in the Royal Albert Hall to an audience of 5000 Hairdressers. Triumph was hers once again when she won on that night. One year later she was back in London but this time presenting Hairotica for the Hugh Campbell Hair Group as one of the shows at the Alternative Hair Show. Inspiration was from the shows of the 35th anniversary. Utopia.- meaning perfect world have always been in the dark and vampy side of fashion. Than the erotic world of beautiful sexy strong women. She combined erotica with vampy goth to mix the beauty of the female form with the dark side of gothic feel. Hair: Hugh Campbell Hair Group. Amanda Whittome, Caroline Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Grady, Stephen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Driscoll, Calvin Hayes MakeUp: Jodi Powell Choreographer: Sohaila Lindhiem

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CIARA WILSON

Beauty Therapist, Educator, Business Owner, Former Network Cork President and general all-around Boss Lady

ailing from Bandon, West Cork, Ciara Wilson is the co-owner of Salon Shop Hair and Beauty Supplies. A successful two store company with over 20 members of staff.

Ciara always knew she wanted a job where she could make someone happy and could help influence their mood’s. She loved watching hairdressers and make-up artists working their magic. Ciara fell in love with the industry, so she began a Beauty Therapy course in Cork College of Commerce. At just 19 years of age, with the help of her father, Ciara opened her very own Salon in French Church street, Cork. Working six days a week for two years straight, Ciara remained studious and focused on creating a successful business. After another 4 years running her own business in the City, Ciara was ready for a change. “I was ready to grow again, big spa-like salons were trending, but I needed the experience of managing a team – so I decided to go work in a spa and learn how to be a manager, I started in Inchydoney Spa as assistant manager and in-house trainer for their skincare brand Elemis and spa therapies, and within two years, I was managing a team of 52 staff at the spa. I loved it there so much, I stayed nearly eight years. I loved learning all about holistic therapies.”

a recession.” Shortly after opening the second branch of Salon Shop, Ciara became a member of Network Cork and she hasn’t looked back, successfully reigning as President for the year 2017. Its not all work however, as in her spare time Ciara loves to travel. “Two years ago, we didn’t ever switch off; but after a trip of a lifetime to Australia where we rented a camper to travel around, we enjoyed it so much that we decided to get one at home. So, nearly every weekend from April to October, we head off on a Friday evening and travel Ireland. We have two-thirds of the wild Atlantic Way done; this year, we will go from Mayo to Belfast. Our two dogs hop in and away we go, we get to go to the festivals in style!”

“I love to teach, I am a qualified teacher and love passing knowledge onto people and watching them grow.”

After Inchydoney, Ciara was itching to get back to the city where she joined Therapy Laser Clinic on Opera Lane for a year. Then in 2012 with her partner Aidan O Mahony they opened Salon Shop Cork. “The aim was to create employment for myself. We didn’t envision back then that we would grow so fast and during 42

One of Ciara’s many talents is teaching. “I love to teach, I am a qualified teacher and love passing knowledge onto people and watching them grow.” Now that Ciara has stepped down as president of Network Cork, she is hoping to go back and get her Masters in Education and Training. Salon Shop Hair and Beauty Supplies first opened its doors in the Bandon Bypass Business Park, Bandon in 2009, with a second store opened in Kinsale Road Business Park, Cork in 2011. As one of Irelands leading Hair and Beauty Suppliers, they supply a wide variety of brands including milk_shake, Montibello, Reuzel, Gelish, Vani-T Tan and KeraStraight to name a few. They also supply beautiful custom furniture from brands Crewe Orlando and Ayala. Upstairs in the Cork Store, along with the furniture showroom they also run a very successful Training Academy, with courses ranging from Hair, Nails and even Ear Piercing. Vanity X Makeup Academy is also based on the Cork premises.

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IRISH AMBASSADORS FOR ZEN MASTER SCISSORS Irish Ambassadors for Zen Master Scissors: Jimmy Beech and Bridget Haren

JIMMY BEECH

Senior Stylist and Education Director Stafford Hair, Belfast Chosen Scissor: Zen Master K18 Storm Jimmy has been cutting hair for 24 years, the last 4 years has been Education director at Stafford Hair Belfast. Within that time he has managed a busy clientele whilst also educating for Alfaparf Milano and Denman Brush, with a keen interest in photography and music and uses these influences to inspire and motivate him.

Jimmy Beech

“The Zen Master K18 is exactly what I need whilst working, perfectly balanced, sharp and responsive, an extension of my hands”.

BRIDGET HAREN

Owner Bridget Haren Hair and Beauty Ennis and Academy in Co Clare Chosen Scissor: Zen Master K6 Deluxe Bridget is in the hairdressing industry for over 20 years. She runs a very busy column and Academy in Ennis . She’s a Next Generation Educator for Alfaparf throughout Ireland. Bridget is President of the Hairdressing Council and has won multi national and international awards throughout her career including BEST of the BEST overall award ‘Irish Hairstylist of the Year’. Bridget is passionate about the hair and education industry and uses only the best tools.

“Love my Zen Master Scissors. Amazing quality and precision.” “Our brand ambassadors for Zen Master in Ireland are stylists who love and appreciate the best quality tools available and that’s why Zen Master scissors are delighted to have them representing us. ” Michael Quinn Zen Master Scissors”.

Bridget Haren Zen Master shall be launching an academy with hairdressing and barbering cutting workshops coming in 2018 as well as hairdressing and barbering textbooks and resources. www.zenmasterscissors.ie

STYLE STORIES

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SPOTLIGHT ON STEPHEN O’DRISCOLL Artistic Director -

MARBLES CASTLETROY HUGH CAMPBELL HAIR GROUP

What is your personal high in the industry?

With nearly 20 years experience within the Hairdressing industry culminating being crowned Irelands Best Hairstylist 2017 I feel like my career has hit a personal high.

What is your day to day role?

Day to day my role as an Artistic Director within Hugh Campbell Hair Group is to create exceptional commercial looks that are trend driven and bespoke to each of my clients. Precision hair cutting, colouring and dressing hair are huge part of my craft.

Is there a particular quote you like? “Be yourself everyone else is taken” - Oscar Wilde and also “Success comes from curiosity, concentration, perseverance and self criticism’ -Albert Einstein.

When did you start taking your own photographs? I started photographing my own hair creations in 2015 after I completed a course in Limerick Senior College.

List some of your accolades and achievements? 2017 Irelands Hairstylist of the Year 2017 BEST of the BEST: Best Mens Fashion Image 2017 BEST of the BEST: Best Fantasy Image 2016 Team Ireland Competitor in Paris - part of an award winning team 2015 Visionary Ireland Award Winner - Avant Garde 2015 International Visionary Award Finalist at the Royal Albert Hall. London 2015 BEST of the BEST: Best Editorial Image

What do you do in your spare time?

Presently I have been working really hard in my spare time creating and photographing images for 2018. I consider photography my favourite hobby and it has benefited my career immensely. Other than that I love watching movies and socialising in my local pub.

What Influences/inspires you?

I take influence and inspiration from a lot of myriad sources such as • Fashion Photographers like Herb Ritts, Steven Meisel, Rankin. • Artists like Francis Bacon, David Hockney and Ryan Burke, • Fashion Designers like Commes des Garcon (Japanese), and Thierry Mugler (French) and the late Alexander Mc Queen CBE (British).

“Success comes from curiosity, concentration, perseverance and self criticism’- Albert Einstein. I love the idea of classic beauty with a contemporary twist for commercial work but I think the Avant Garde should be free from the ideas of traditional beauty when creating Avant Garde or Fantasy I like to play with obscurity and do the unexpected. I think its important to approach things from a different angle to be original. 46

Best of the Best: Irish Hairstylist of the Year

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SALON H A I R

B E A U T Y

SHOP S U P P L I E S

CORK Kinsale Road Business Park, Cork. Tel: 021 2428033 Email: cork@salonshop.ie

BANDON Bypass Road, Bandon, Co. Cork. Tel: 023 8820019 Email: bandon@salonshop.ie

www.salonshop.ie

GLAMOUR BALL

he industry’s first ‘Glamour Ball’ was held in the Radisson Hotel, Athlone. Dress to Impress was the order of the event…However, it also said – ‘wear anything you like as long as its Black’! Like all those walking the red carpet in ‘black’ recently this event had a cause - to highlight Bullying in all forms and its effects on people. It was an amazing night that started with a Champaign reception and the fabulous sound of a solo saxophone player playing “As time goes by” and other recognisable tunes. Host for the evening was Irelands freshest, fiercest temptress Letycha Le’Synn. Dinner was superb and then ‘Bowtie’ – the band, took to the stage and filled the dance floor immediately for the next 2 hours. Then DJ Wayne Lloyd took over and rocked the place up until the early hours of the morning.

ALFAPARF MILANO FANTASTIC SHOWS...... The shows captured the disco-heyday of this infamous and iconic nightclub, located in Broadway in Manhattan, New York City in the late 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

cclaimed stylist, designer and TV presenter, Brendan Courtney, hosted the logistically massive, sold-out Alfaparf Fantastic Hairdresser Awards to which some 1,350 stylists and industry insiders attended. Here is just a glimpse of the 3 shows...

The incredibly talented ALFAPARF MILANO Nexxt Generation Style Ambassador Creative Team set the scene with a dynamic and dramatic creative segment in homage to this much-lauded club.

Photography: Kest 53

ALFAPARF MILANO FANTASTIC SHOWS...... Intercoiffure Ireland’s Art & Fashion Team delivered a very colourful segment depicting the colourfull minds of the people who attended the world famous discotheque.

Photography: Kest 55

ALFAPARF MILANO FANTASTIC SHOWS......

Paul Stafford, ALFAPARF MILANO Global Ambassador, along with his team from Paul Stafford Hair continued the theme, with their unique interpretation of the club and its hip revellers during its 33-month existence.

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‘GREAT STARTS HERE’ PHOREST SALON OWNERS SUMMIT 2018

n Monday 8th January 2018, over 500 Salon Owners and Managers from Ireland, UK, US, Germany & Finland made the trip to Dublin for the 4th annual Phorest Salon Owners Summit. This years sold out event was hosted in the spectacular Convention Centre in Dublin’s docklands and boasted an impressive line-up of Industry and non-Industry speakers who all fortified the key theme of the event which was ‘Great Starts Here’.

Tabatha Coffey Industry insider, business coach and star of hit Bravo TV show ‘Tabatha Takes Over’.

CEO of Phorest Ronan Perceval mc’d the event and commented ……

”This is our biggest and best salon owners summit to date…. There has been great excitement building ahead of today’s event”. Keynote Speaker on the day was Tabatha Coffey - Industry insider, salon owner, business coach and star of hit Bravo TV show ‘Tabatha Takes Over’. There was great anticipation ahead of Tabatha’s appearance who drew on her own life and industry experiences on the Salon Owners Summit stage to motivate, inspire and instill confidence in the delegates to take their businesses to the next level. Tabatha also made a very welcome appearance at the Summit after party in Nolita Dublin to meet her fans, sign some copies of her bestselling book ‘Own it!’ and even offered one to one salon business advice to some lucky people.

Valerie Delforge, Salon Business Consultant

Joining Tabatha in the line-up: Gavin Hoare - Salon Manager at Richard Wards Hair and Metrospa who shared with the salon owners what the universal needs of clients are and urged them to start acting like the experts that they are! Salon business consultant, Valerie Delforge, shared practical advice on how to manage and motivate staff your staff for success. Steve Martin who is director of Influence At Work and co-author of “Yes! 50 Secrets from the Science Of Persuasion”, and “The Small BIG, Small Changes That Spark Big Influence”, spoke about the small changes that can make a big impact. Martin chatted about his 6 principles of persuasion and how these are applicable in a salon environment: Reciprocity, Scarcity, Authority, 58

Steve Martin, Director of Influence at Work

Consistency, Likeability and Social Proof. As well as speakers on the main stage, the Salon Owners Summit also had the opportunity to attend a number of workshops throughout the day. Following the Summit attendees were transported to one of Dublin’s slickest venues, ‘NoLita’ for the an exclusive evening of food, wine and top class entertainment.

Patrick Monaghan - Introduction to GDPR compliance Chris Brennan - Crafting a successful work/life balance Rowena Doyle - Salon merchandising and visual identity

Media Enquiries: Sinead Carroll - sinead.carroll@phorest.com Photography Credits: Alan Rowlette Photography Company Website: www.phorest.com Event Website: http: //www.salonownersummit.com/ Phone Number: 01 8747800 / 0207 100 9290

Gavin Hoare, Salon Manager at Richard Ward Metrospa

Ronan Perceval, CEO of Phorest Salon Software 59

TEAM IRELAND

s the 2018 new Team Ireland prepare for the OMC World Championships in September.... the Hairdressing Council of Ireland congratulate the 17 fantastic team members in Hair & Aestetics that represented them in Paris last year.

PRESENTS

WORLD CUP

PARIS 2018

Salvatore Fodera OMC World President

WELCOME ALL PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSERS WORLDWIDE NOT TO BE MISSED! The OMC World Championship “The Olympics of Beauty” 1,500 competitors in 37 different categories teams from 50 countries will challenge their talent & skills to win the highest coveted title OMC World Champion 2018!

MARK YOUR DATE 9 &10 SEPTEMBER HAIRWORLD PARIS 2018

omchairworld.com Photo : Cat and Frog Make up : Romain Cattez Stylisme : Laura de Villebonne Coiffure : Ludovic Geheniaux

Port de Versailles, Paris

ST JOHNS COLLEGE

National Schools Competitions

tudents from colleges from all over the country descended on St John College in Cork for the annual Schools Competition. Some International students from Iceland and Sweden also attended to compete. Education seminars were laid on for the students on upstyling and barbering. The teachers had the opportunity to attend classes on AvantGarde & Fantasy hair styles by Maeve Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Healy-Harte and Up-styling Long Hair by Christine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sulivan. The competitions were a big success with students giving their all, some for the very first time. Congratulations to all the students who competited.

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SALON H A I R

B E A U T Y

SHOP S U P P L I E S

CORK Unit 2 Kinsale Road Business Park, Kinsale Road, Cork. Tel: 021 2428033 Email: cork@salonshop.ie

BANDON Unit 4A, Bypass Road, Bandon, Co. Cork. Tel: 023 8820019 Email: bandon@salonshop.ie 63

www.salonshop.ie

NEW Furniture Range Alpeda Salon Furniture has a unique stylish modern design, and is perfect for use by hairdressers or in beauty salons. Combining function and elegance, Alpeda products are an ideal choice for your salon or barbershop.

NEW from Alpeda Salon Furniture NOW AVAILABLE at Salon Shop

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Available in a range of colours Dimensions: Width outer 65cm &amp; inner 51cm Depth 60cm Height min 50cm &amp; max 60cm

Barbados Salon Chair from Crew Orlando A stylish wash unit complete with white basin and monobloc mixing valve. Also available with black basin, with a chrome base option. Dimensions: H – 94cm, W – 65cm x D – 124cm

NEW from Alpeda Salon Furniture NOW AVAILABLE at Salon Shop

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• A wooden desk with a contemporary design. • Many different finishes available. • Fully customisable to suit your salon. Width: 130cm / Depth: 60cm / Height: 115cm

milk_shake® integrity system Luxury organic active ingredients of muru muru butter, luxury argan oil and shea butter, together with high-tec polymers, transforms the hair and prevents future damage. milk_shake® Incredible oil The extraordinary oil that will restore your clients’ damaged hair and repair split ends.

LARDBOX TRIAL PACK Wanna try Reuzel? Well now’s your chance! We are offering the Lardbox Trial Pack at a massive 38% off so you can give our world famous pomades a go for yourself. This trial pack contains the following

Red Pomade 113g (Medium Hold Water Soluble) x 2 Green Pomade 113g (Medium Hold Grease) x 2 Blue Pomade 113g (Strong Hold Water Soluble) x 2 Pink Pomade 113g (Heavy Hold Grease) x 2 Clay Pomade 113g (Strong Hold Matte) x 2 FiberPomade 113g (Pliable Hold Natural Finish) x 2 Plus Free“REUZEL SOLD HERE” Window Cling x 1 LardboxDisplay Case x 1

View the latest range of salon furniture on www.salonshop.ie 65

MIRROR MIRROR MANNEQUIN AWARDS SPONSORED BY

Winners all right

ongratulations to all the students who entered the Mirror Mirror Mannequin Awards. In the next issue we will follow up on this and show some of their amazing presentations.

RESULTS: Long Hairstyle: Edward Power @ Waterford College of FE

Fantasy : Nile Campbell @ South Regional College

Colour & Style: David Amir @ Bridget Haren Hair

Runners up included: Catherine McGurgan, Lola Mahon, Liente Lestare. 2nd Runners up included: Tracy Coolican, Aina Sikensniut/Rebecca haffey, Lola Mahon, David Amer and Patrick Dalton.

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“FEEL IT, MAKE IT” Everything is Transformed in Avant Garde

obert Masciave came to Dublin with Ceri Cushen to share ideas and expertise in amazing Avant Garde work. Robert allowed the attendees look inside his head and learn about his creativity and passion to succeed.. “Feel it, Make it” is the mantra that has made him one of the most profiled avant-garde hair artist of a generation. The course was created by ImageSkillNet and supported by the Hairdressing Council of Ireland due to Industry requests for training with Robert.

The Northern Ireland Hairdressing Association

NIHA

took place at the Clayton Hotel Belfast. it was a night of awards, dancing and fun. The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Diva Dollsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; provided a fantastic atmosphere to dance too while they played a broad spectrum of music and engaged with the audience.

Photography: Gordan Johnston

Hairdressing Coordinator Noreen Phelan, Hairdressing Student SergĂŠ Walsh and Hairdressing Tutor Yvonne Butler.

GRADUATION Waterford College of Further Education graduation ceremony. Almost 50 students at Waterford College of Further Education graduated in Hairdressing at Level 5 and Level 6. Their course is run over 2 years, and is certified by QQI and Department of Education and Skills, giving students a thorough foundation in all aspects of Hairdressing and Barbering, with the skills and the certification required to either work in Ireland or travel internationally.

Contact Hairdressing Department Waterford College of Further Education Parnell St. Waterford.

Hairdressing Coordinator Noreen Phelan and Student Caroline O Connor Sinnott.

BARBERS UNITE The Barber Council of Ireland

nother milestone in the industry - a fresh, new Barbering Organisation, namely the Barber Council of Ireland. A group of progressive Barbers with open minds formed the organization and set up an executive committee to deal with concerning issues in the sector. They vow to start the process of applying for a Barbering Apprenticeship within the next year following the Hairdressing Councils success with this and to lobby the government on issues such as licensing and state registration. They also will work to improve the standards in hygiene, health and safety, education and the public image of their trade. VAT will also be an important issue.

The groups Executive Board consist of (left to right), Charles Clarke - General Secretary (The Stately Gent, Cavan), Mark Gaye - President (Notorious Barbers Ltd) and Vinnie Kearns Vice President (Peaky & Co Barbers). The guys have a collective experience of over 50 years in the barbering industry. Membership of the organisation is currently free, open to the entire island of Ireland and available at any stage of your career in the industry from student to salon owner. To register, simply visit www.barbercouncilofireland.ie and complete the online form.

Hair: Chris Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Riordan ST4Men Photo: Kestutis Anuzis 74

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THE STATELY GENT When timeless heritage meets contemporary design you achieve a level of style that only the classiest of establishments can succeed in achieving.

elcome to The Stately Gent. Brought to Stradone, Ireland, by international educator Charles Clarke, The Stately Gent is a high-end barbershop offering the finest service in the most luxurious of surroundings. It’s located in an almost two centuries old building that has been fully restored while taking advantage of the stunning traditional features including natural stone walls. With almost 30-years’ experience in the industry, Charles knew exactly what he wanted with The Stately Gent – top of the range service and truly outstanding customer service. He’s outdone himself with highly trained staff who are as passionate about barbering as he is, offering an experience that is second to none for each and every customer that walks through the doors. But more than that, Charles wanted to integrate the world of men’s fashion into his love of barbering. They’re both about looking your best after all! Now The Stately Gent is set to offer a variety of premium brands hand-picked by Charles for their quality and excellence. The Stately Gent is taking barbering to the level it deserves, offering customers an unrivalled experience steeped in heritage, sophistication and class.

Design You’ll certainly be impressed by the aesthetics of The Stately Gent. From when you first come upon the building erected in 1828 by Major Robert Burrowes, High Sheriff of Cavan, it’s a marvellous sight full of history and culture. Step inside the salon proper and it gets even better as old and new blend seamlessly together to create a luxurious experience for both clients and staff. Antique chesterfields and the original stone walls combine expertly with modern salon design to create an atmosphere that feels as exclusive as it does comfortable. Nothing incorporates the old ways with the new better than The Stately Gents’ range of refurbished Belmont Apollo chairs from Custom Belmont. Beautifully complementing the stately surroundings, they are a fusion of vintage elegance with modern construction. Having become a real centrepiece of the business, they are a gateway into the history of barbering as a whole and how we’ve got to where we are today.

Charles has seen it all, done it all, and never stopped learning along the way. Education at The Stately Gent To complement the exceptional surroundings you need an exceptional barber and there’s few finer than Charles Clarke. With 2018 set to mark his 30th year in the trade, Charles has seen it all, done it all, and never stopped learning along the way. As a former member of Sid Sottung’s International Creative Team he’s travelled the globe showcasing work of the highest calibre but it’s in bringing out the best in other people where he truly shines. Working alongside the likes of Adam Sloan as part of the City & Guilds Barbering Industry Board and as a fully accredited assessor and IQA with VTCT, Charles is determined to raise the standard of barbering across the industry. At The Stately Gent’s very own training school he is offering a range of courses for barbers whether you’re looking for your Level 2, Level 3, or an extended diploma, or if you’re after a day courses to top up your knowledge on skin fades or any other specific piece of knowledge. For hairdressers looking to take advantage of the incredible growth in the male grooming sector in recent years, you can be taught the skills needed to transfer your expertise and boost your business thanks to the barbering boom. With easy payment plans and the ability to work around your schedule, it’s the chance to finally take the next step in your career and upgrade your work. 78

THE BALDY BARBER MICHAEL MORIARTY A LEGEND IN HIS OWN RIGHT

In the beginning

The Moriarty Barbershop in Merchants Quay was founded in 1937 by my father Peter Moriarty. Merchants Quay at that time was the business hub of the City. Peter trained with Barber Bill Howard O’Sullivan in Killarney before moving to Cork to open his own Barber Shop Business. I was born in Ballincollic so I’m a country boy! I started Barbering in 1966 in Blackpool. My father opened another Barber Shop in the suburbs of Blackpool 6 years previously. The ground floor was the new Barber Shop and the first floor was our new home. At one time my father Peter, my uncle Michael-John, my brother John and young sister Jacqueline and I all cut hair together in the business. In 1970 I was given the position of Manager and I built up the great business it is today. Sadly, my father Peter passed away in 1978. Two years later the Merchant Quay premises was bought over for the development that is there today. In 1982 I redecorated and expanded Blackpool to include a separate Ladies Salon. After three years I decided to close it because of high tax on services (ie Vat at 23%) and considering that haircuts were then just £1.30 (old money)! In 1992 I opened it again but made the decision to close after 6 years to concentrate solely on my Barbering Business

Shaving:

The Barber Shop has become bit of a legend. We always try to stay at the cutting edge of trends while retaining the traditions of the old school barbershop and are often referred to as the leading experts in the traditional hot towel shave. Shaving is a specialised Barbering skill. It needs to be done expertly and should never be rushed. Timing is also important with approx 30 minutes devoted to it with hot towel, cold towel, hot towel, cleanser, toner and after shave balm used for the perfect shave.

The ‘VAT Man’.

Over the years I have constantly campaigned to whatever Ministers/TDs were in government at the time over my passion for getting VAT abolished in Barbering or at least reduced to 5%. There are so many barber shops now and if the government wiped out the threshold and 5%VAT would be the most that would be charged on a haircut. Of course, better still if there was no VAT at all charged. Even this year Minister for finance Pascal O Donohue, got my letter. My friends call me the VAT man because I am always writing to TD’s about it. If there was ‘no threshold’ there would be fair play. One of the best industry memories I have was in the 80’s and 90’s protesting the high VAT percentage by marching with banners down O’Connell Street, Dublin with hundreds of barbers and hairdressers united in one cause. I met great people and it was uplifting for the industry when we finally got the VAT reduced then. Spokesperson for Fianna Fail on finance, Michael McGrath from Cork hopes to raise the VAT issue in the Dail.

Lead by example!

On 1st May 1990 I banned smoking in the Baldy Barbers. That was a great talking point! When the National Smoking Ban was introduced Minister Michael Martin in 1996 said “I’m only following the good example of the Baldy Barber who enforced this many years ago!”

Apprenticeship:

It’s fantastic to see the Hairdressing Council working as the Leaders in the New Apprenticeship for Hairdressers. I hope to see Barbering as an Apprenticeship next and I definitely agree with Licensing of businesses which may be possible now for Hairdressers after the Apprenticeship rolls out around the country. It is not possible to have it without a National Apprenticeship.

“I am now nearly bionic and ready for life as it finds me now” The Cure:

My father formulated a lotion cure for Alopecia Areata. He helped many people and made a name for himself as a supplier of this great cure. He passed on his special formula to me some years later. In 1995 I heard that Princess Caroline of Monaco had a Alopecia Areata problem so I sent her a 500ml bottle of the lotion. The Palace did acknowledge that the lotion for the Princess was received. After that who knows…Unfortunately I never found out if she tried it or not. This news hit the Cork Examiner headlines at the time. Tom Hickey also reported on a young girl in Cork I helped and that was picked up by Corks local radio. That Christmas I had to take

the shop phone off the hook as we couldn’t cope with the requests for the lotion. On Christmas Eve Marian Finuncian of RTE did a special story on the Alopecia Areata Cure Lotion. The lotion is still in demand today and I have had good success stories. It would be great if one of my daughters would keep on this business.

Surprise Surprise!

Cilla Black once did one of her special programmes in Cork in my shop! It was all about a local lady Kitty Healy’ Cilla and her husband Bobby were lovely

Newcomer Advice:

It is great to see young Irish people coming into the industry – provided of course that they are properly trained. Learn all the aspects of Barbering including Shaving. There is a difference in a Barber and a Men’s Hairdresser … one shaves the other doesn’t. Truth is Bitter!

Health

I was 70 last September. I swim every day and I enjoy golf and walking. I love going to Spain exploring different areas. I love the heat and the sea to swim in. It is just fabulous. Last year I had a triple bypass, a hip replacement and two new knees …so I am now nearly bionic and ready for life as it finds me now”

Future

I will retire I suppose in a couple of years. I will take it as it comes. My two daughters aren’t interested in following the family tradition of 80+ years… so the books will stop when I stop.

WELLA PROFESSIONALS TRENDVISION AWARD 2018 Ireland Heat Finalists announced

ne of the most sought after accolades in Ireland is the Wella’s TrendVision Award. Here is the list of the finalists who will now compete at the Ireland Heat on Monday 20th August at the Intercontential Hotel, Dublin, where they will be required to create their look live on their chosen model. The winners from that stage will then compete at the UK & Ireland final on 8th October 2018 at The Roundhouse, Camden, London. The winners of the two international categories (COLOR VISION and CREATIVE VISION) will then go onto the International TrendVision Award Final in Lisbon, Portugal, in November, which has a fresh new format for 2018.

“Once again, the standard of the entries has been outstanding. Judging was tough; however, we are delighted to have an extremely talented list of individuals that are going through to the next stage – I personally would love to thank everyone for entering and special thanks to our amazing judges who give up their time for this.” Wella’s Director of Education, Sheila Jackson.

The Ireland Heat Finalists are: RELAND COLOR VISION

Lauren Doherty, Bellissimo, Limerick Jonathan Healy, Bellissimo Galway Rebecca Campbell, C&R Hair Company, Armagh Stephen Aiken, Conroy Hair, Antrim Jolene O’Neill, House of Colour, Dublin Nicole McCormack, House of Colour, Dublin Shauna Forman, House of Colour, Louth Vicky Hernon, House of Colour, Dublin Sara Gondek, Pazam Hair Studio, Galway Rachel Flanagan, Peter Mark, Kilkenny Roisin Hynes, Sarah Mason Professional, Galway Leandro Santana Santos, U Hair, Dublin

IRELAND CREATIVE VISION

Adam Loughnane-Hill, Aviary Lane, Dublin Aileen Hannan, Bellissimo, Limerick Ali Healy, Bellissimo Limerick Kerry Moody, DKY Hair Company, Down Steven Anthony, Easilocks Wellington Quay, Dublin Nadine Walshe, House of Colour, Dublin Zara McIntyre, House of Colour, Dublin Carmel McQuirk, House of Colour, Dublin Rachel Hunter, House of Colour, Louth Orla Walsh, Rainbows Hair Studio, Cork Stephanie Higgins, Sarah Mason Professional, Galway Marco Dias, The Studio, Dublin

IRELAND MALE GROOMING

Breda Ryan, Bellissimo, Limerick John Harnett, Bellissimo, Limerick Ellen Donovan, Craft & Co, Dublin Ger Storey, Craft & Co, Dublin Sean Bryan, Cut & Sew, Dublin Danielle Ritchie, Cut & Sew, Dublin 82