Irish Hairdresser Magazine - Issue 89 by Irish Hairdresser

Issue 89

EDITORIAL Since our last publication, many notable events have taken place across the industry, particularly our own annual event - BEST of the BEST - which took place at the prestigious Mansion House. We have all the results inside. After the successful launch of the Certificate in Management at the University of Limerick, a course that is tailored for the hairdressing industry, I am delighted to announce that this course will be available in Athlone in January 2018. Image Skillsnet, in conjunction with the Hairdressing Council of Ireland (HCI) and the University of Limerick, are now taking enrollment for this course. By investing just one day every three weeks, you will learn how to manage your salon in a more effective and efficient manner, to take you and your business to the next level. Thank you to all the employers and trainees who took part in the two National Hairdressing Apprenticeship Surveys that the Image Learning and Development Training Newtwork and the Hairdressing Council produced. It was a very informative result. The Hairdressing Council of Ireland has spearheaded a proposal with Image Skillsnet for a formal Apprenticeship Scheme within Hairdressing, which was submitted to the National Apprenticeship Council last month. This is designed firstly to enhance skills within the sector, and secondly to attract young people back into hairdressing, which is perceived as a difficult sector in which to make a sustainable career. While there is a reasonably healthy hairdressing sector within the Dublin area, this is not replicated in other parts of the country. Creating apprenticeship opportunities in cities and small town across the country will increase job opportunities for young people within their own community, will help to keep communities alive, and will help to build sustainable employment into the future. But all of this is contingent on the sector not over-pricing itself. The Hairdressing Council of Ireland has lobbied the Government on behalf of its members against any increase in the current 9% VAT rate on hairdressing services in the next budget. The industry is still experiencing a very difficult economic climate, despite an apparent upsurge in the economy generally. Retaining the 9% VAT rate will assist the industry in maintaining current levels of employment, and expanding these where possible. There is also much speculation within the media that the Government plans to increase the Minimum Wage by 30c in line with the recommendations of the Low Pay Commission. This prospect, together with the possibility of a VAT increase, is causing huge concern within the hairdressing sector, which operates on very tight margins in order to be cost competitive. There are no reports of any consistent upsurge in business across the sector (other than in Dublin), such as would accommodate increased pay or VAT rates. Such increases, in the view of HCI members, would have negative results for the sector, and would simply drive more workers onto the dole queues. Thank you to all who came to speak to the Hairdressing Council at the RDS recently at the Professional Beauty Show. It is always great to see old friends and meet new people. JOIN the Hairdressing Council and let us make things happenâ&#x20AC;ŚNothing changes if nothing changes.

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We welcome Peter Munton as a new features writer to Irish Hairdresser. We look forward to sharing Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opinions on different aspects of the industry. Enjoy the issueâ&#x20AC;Ś.

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Hession Hairdressing Best of the Best 2017 Phoenix Show Frank Hession Style Award Speir Show Visionary Ireland Awards Hairdressers Shouldn’t Retail Lost Souls show Aidan Fitzgerald At Salon Live OMC Hairworld The Blonde Secret Fantastic Hairdresser Awards Social Whirl: Hairdressing Symposium Social Whirl: Mirror Mirror Awards The Maura Clarke Training Award Irelands Barber of the Year 2017 Kemon in Ireland OMC Presidents Award

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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, Dzerinaldas Lukosius, Shaun Barry 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. I

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Issue 89 Cover Hair: Vivienne Mackinder Haircolor: Gion Vincent, Joico Photo: Roberto Ligresti Makeup: David Maderich Fashion Stylist: Montgomery Frazier

HESSION HAIRDRESSING UNVEILS NEWLY DESIGNED SALON IN DRUMCONDRA

ession Hairdressing Drumcondra, a cornerstone of the local community and firm favourite with both locals and celebrities, has recently undergone a major facelift. The newly designed salon is both luxurious and modern with a distinctly international high gloss feel. Chic grey tones paired with soft greens and cool Carrera marble create a modern but relaxing atmosphere. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the simple touches such

as the backlit full wall mirror, streamlined surfaces and mixed metallic accents that create Hession Hairdressing Drumcondraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effortlessly cool style. With renowned designer, Kari Rocca behind the interiors, it is clear both comfort and style are at the forefront of the new Drumcondra salon.

A contemporary, timeless boutique style environment reflective of luxury hotels while at the same time providing a tranquil luxurious space for clients.

A particular highlight of the new salon is the addition of a secluded back wash room which is the epitome of relaxation. Hidden away behind black sliding glass doors, this exclusive area is a real treat for the senses with six reclining massage chairs, ambient music and individual lighting for each basin which can be tailored to each client’s preference.

Speaking about her vision for the space, Kari commented: “We wanted to creative distinctive zones within the salon, by introducing a closed washroom using smoked glass & smoked mirrors we succeeded in creating a tranquil pod with a relaxing spa like feel.”

“We wanted to creative distinctive zones within the salon, by introducing a closed washroom using smoked glass & smoked mirrors we succeeded in creating a tranquil pod with a relaxing spa like feel.”

Another noteworthy addition to Hession Hairdressing Drumcondra revamp is the bespoke exclusive BUFF Make-up Suite on the upper level of the salon, this is the flagship salon to award winning Irish range, BUFF Make-Up. In keeping with the ground floor, this private space oozes elegance with instagram worthy marble surfaces and gold finishes creating a polished

and more feminine look. The room is separated from the hustle of bustle of the busy salon by smoked glass doors creating a quiet boutique like space perfect for private group bookings both corporate and looking for a more intimate and personalised experience.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal was to create a chic and relaxing atmosphere with a modern twist and Kari Rocca has done an amazing job in bringing this vision to life.â&#x20AC;? - Paul Hession Hession Hairdressing is located at 108 Drumcondra Rd Upper, Drumcondra, Dublin. www.hessionhairdressing.com

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Irish Hair Photographic Awards The BEST of the BEST event was presented by TV personality and actor Killian O’Sullivan and included the Irish Hair Photographic Awards which was celebrating its 20th year and the Alternative Hair Visionary Ireland Awards celebrating 9 years. It also included two hair shows ‘Pheonix’ by Bridget Haren and ‘Speir’ by Rosannos. Thank you to Alfaparf for their continuous sponsorship of the event Congratulations to all the winners of the individual categories and to Irelands Hairdresser of the Year Stephen O’Driscoll and Irelands Barber of the Year Paul Mac.

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Thank you to our prestigious judging panel Estetica Magazine: Canadian Hair Magazine: Hot Beauty Magazine: Russia UK UK UK UK UK UK UK Ireland Ireland Australia Australia USA USA USA USA Puerto Rico New Zealand Denmark Liethuania

Sergi Bancells Joan Harrison Jeryl Spear Irina Baranova: OMC Prestige Club President Tony & Maggie Rizzo. Alternative Hair Anthony Mascolo. Alternative Hair Allan Hogg. Alternative Hair President Jack Bayne. International Stylist Robert Mascaive. International Stylist Patrick Cameron. International Icon Jason Gray. International Artist Dolly Buckley. International Makeup Artist Frank Hession. Irish Icon Uros Mikic. Australian Hairdresser of the Year 2017 Jas Jhally. Intercoiffure Australia Ann Bray. International Artist Shay Dempsey. Irish Hairdresser Hall of Fame Salvatore Fodera: OMC HairWorld President Robert Quinn. 2016 International Winner Best of the Best Peter Cardin. International Hair Artist June Wilde. Intercoiffure New Zealand Joachim Roos. International Hair Artist Kristaps Slakters. Former Team Ireland

Social Whirl

BEST of the BEST The Mansion House was the place to be for the Irish Hairdresser Magazine BEST of the BEST annual event.

Phoenix Associated with the Sun, the Phoenix obtains new life and rises from the ashes of its predecessor

Photographer: Dzerinaldas Lukosius www.tuamphotostudio.ie

Phoenix by the Bridget Haren Hair & Beauty Team assisted by Beatrice Moate and the Fondation Guillaume Team Fashion Design by Earnest Perrymann

Winner Best Fantasy Image: Stephen O’Driscoll Marbles Hugh Campbell Hair Goup Photographer: Stephen O’Driscoll

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Winner Best Creative Makeup Image: Collette Manning Collette Manning MUA & Ros Management Photographer: Ellen McDermott

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Style Award

An exciting new annual award to represent beautiful styling on long hair.

Icon Frank Hession was delighted to choose a winner for the first Style Award. Congratulation to Gemma Crossan, who also won Irelands BEST Bridal Stylist Award.

Photographer: Kestutis Anuzis

Winner Best International team: Wyatt Hairdressing Wyatt Hairdressing Photographer: John Rawson

Winner International Black & White Image: Chrystofer Benson Chrystofer Benson Collective Photographer: Joseph Cartright

SPÉIR

Rossanos produced ‘Spéir’ - Skybirds that watch over AURA their Queen which was their presentation for their Alternative Hair Show at the Royal Albert Hall, London. The Team was made up of Rossa Danagher and his creative team from both his Sligo and Donegal salons. The colourful, elaborate costumes were specially commissioned to designer Carmel Hynes.

Photographer: Dzerinaldas Lukosius Photographer: www.tuamphotostudio.ie Kestutis Anuzis

VISIONARY Ireland Awards A hub of activity and excitement was evident as competitive hairdressers prepared their looks for the annual Visionary Ireland Hair Awards. Founded by the legendary Anthony Mascolo in 2004, the Visionary Awards are known for recognising and embracing creative hairdressers and their vision. The Awards have now become a very important part of Irelands Competition scene. Alternative Hair founder Tony Rizzo was MC in Dublin and was joined by International chorographer John Walford and his chosen judging panel who were:

Maggie Rizzo(co-founder of Alternative Hair) with Allan Hogg, Joanne O’Neill, Amanda Whittome, Shane Bennett, Pino Troncone, and Adee Phelan. By the end of the evening three Irish stylists had secured their place at the International Visionary final in London at the Royal Albert Hall. They were Ciaran Cannon – Zeba (ladies cut&amp;colour), Chris O’Riordan – ST4Men (mens cut&amp;colour) and Alison O’Brien - Bespoke (avant garde). Congratulations

SO...what to do to be on stage next year… The process all starts by sending in a photo of your choice to ‘Irish Hairdresser Magazine’ to enter the first stage. These images are then sent to the Alternative Hair office for Icon Anthony Mascolo to judge. When he makes the decision, the chosen finalists then compete in the live final in Dublin during the ‘BEST of the BEST’ event. A special panel of judges are chosen by Tony Rizzo to find 3 winners. These winners get through to the International final in London where approx 35 finalists from many countries present a model each.

The intricacy and quality of the work shown is always highly impressive and it is an almost impossible task to select the winners. Last year Amanda Whittome of the Hugh Campbell Hair Group was one of the three ‘Ireland’ winners and went on to win the International Avant Garde title which led to the Hugh Campbell Hair Group being asked to produce their own show at Alternative Hair.

Photography: Absolute Studios

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Hairdressers Shouldn’t Retail

“Ok, that’s controversial, so let’s be clear, a hairdressing salon reception should have, and sell hair related products & equipment”. - Peter Munton But hairdressers should not purely retail products to their clients. They should be analysing their hair / needs, then from that information, recommend the products that will answer those needs. Not selling or retailing but advising and recommending. 44

The Aim So let’s start from the beginning. What should be a hairdresser’s aim? Well, I feel it can be put into one sentence. I have seen many salon mission statements, which include things like: • “We want to make your salon experience as unique and memorable as you are.” • “We promise to pay close attention to the details of your service and maintain the highest standard of cleanliness in our salon” • “To ensure that our clients are always valued individuals who are respected “ There are many statements that cover all aspects of a salon visit, all laudable and very important. But all are to no avail if the client doesn’t like their hair and can’t keep it looking great between visits.

How to achieve it The following are my conclusions following many years in salon education and observing salon management, staff & customers. There are many pieces to the

A well trained hairdresser will give every customer the full service they deserve.

hairdressing jigsaw puzzle, more of which I will cover in future articles. For now I will discuss home use products including, cleansing, caring, styling, finishing products and hair styling equipment. Rather than selling products, staff members should fully understand the products & equipment the salon stocks and more importantly, they should • Understand the effect they have on all hair types. • The best products for all hair conditions, including chemically treated hair. • Conditions resulting from the client’s lifestyle. It’s all about mental attitude; the thought process should not be “I need to sell this customer a product”. It should be “What do I need to do to make this clients hair look and feel fantastic!”. Everything is of equal importance: • • • • • • •

The cut. The colour. The finished look. Cleansing products. Caring products, Styling products. How to style the hair at home.

Combining Skills & Product Training Most salon training is achieved with hairdressing skills trained first and retail training is a separate, independent subject, almost an afterthought. I feel that all hairdressing staff should learn product usage along with skills learning, as one subject. Then as the hairdresser is carrying out the initial consultation they are listening & asking for information that will decide the products and the recommended usage. These details should be communicated to the client as the consultation is being completed. Of course, this advice may change a little when the stylist has worked with the hair.

Advice & Building Trusted Relationships Giving the information as part of the consultation will, to the client be seen as what it is, advice on how to look and feel good. Not a sale at the end of the service. It’s important to remember every client is not just paying for a haircut, colour or wash & blowdry, they are paying for a complete service. This should include advice, along with the cut etc.

LOST SOULS At the RDS on the HJ Live Stage, Marina Hayes and her team from Confession Box produced a show called LOST SOULS’ to highlight Mental Health issues.

e all know someone with issues that we can help and support. But remember to mind your own mental health too.

The story unfolded with the main model Natasha being the actual lost soul trying to escape. The back of her hair had rope and tulip braids to emulate her puppet strings. The other four models represented her emotions…. such as her need for ‘Personal Space’ which was represented by a crown of thorns ie ”don’t come in to my space or touch me when I am upset”.

Her lack of confidence was portrayed as a ‘Confidence Crown’ that she puts on every day just to pretend she is ok….but she is NOT. ‘Anxiety’ was shown as all fluffy and soft exterior but really inside she feels wound up tight because anxiety is her cross. ‘Drowning’ showed how she felt she was just going down in the waves of depression and despair. Well done for highlighting Mental Health Issues through Hair.

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Vinyl blues and purples and SoColor pearly grey, coral grey and soft violets. Their short hair styles represented the strong structured lines of Cleopatras hair while the longer hair was finely detailed with braiding evolving into avant garde looks.

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WORLD CUP PARIS 2017 Paris, France was the location for the OMC World Championships recently. Over 50 OMC member countries attended, with 1100 competitors competiting from 44 countries from over 5 continents in non stop competitions over 2 days.

he MCB Fair had hundreds of top brand hair companies show their products to an estimated 65,000 people who attended.

The OMC World Cup ran alongside of MCB and started with the World Congress Bridget Haren was presented with an OMC Gold Medal as President of the newest organisation to join the OMC family ie the Hairdressing Council of Ireland. Wayne Partridge was awarded a medal for his work with the Hairdressing Council and OMC as juror.

Later that evening the OMC Global Awards Cocktail Evening was held, followed by two days of Championships and the finale was a super show from Sassoon with Mark Hayes and Edward Darley just before the OMC World Cup winners were announced. The Hairdressing Council brought a team of 17 Hairdressers, Barbers and Makeup Artists to Paris to compete as Team Ireland under the management of Maeve Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Healy-Harte. She was the recipient of one of the OMC highest Awards while there - the OMC World Ambassador Award.

The Hairdressing competitors competed in the fashion categories which included the Commercial Haircut and Colour, Progressive Haircut, Gala Hair and Fantasy Hair Styles. They were Bridget Haren, Marina Hayes, Naramon O’Gara, Roisin Hynes, Niall Bennett, Erin Gillen and Veronique Keune who finished in 5th placement. The Juror for Ireland for 2017 was former Team Ireland competitor Mary Duffy who has won 13 OMC Medals over the past number of years in all different categories at European and World Championships. The Photographic competitors were Chris O’Riordan who competed and won the OMC Global Best Mens Award, bringing home to Ireland another customized

Gold statuette. Paul Mac won the Instagram Presidents Gold Barber Medal of Achievement for his photographic imagery. In Aesthetics the 8 Team Ireland members competed in Bridal and Creative Makeup categories. They were Emma McNamara, Lisa Histon, DJ O’Brien, Janis Murphy, Olivia Murphy, Moya Hannigan, Robyn Corr and Dawn Fletcher. The first Aesthetics Juror for Ireland was Debbie McQuillan. In January The Hairdressing Council in conjunction with Irish Hairdresser Magazine are organising a Team Ireland Reunion Social Event. If you would like to join us just let us know so we can Party together.

Anyone interested in being a member of Team Ireland should get a portfolio of their competition and/or photographic work together and then contact the Hairdressing Council for an interview.

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Top 5 Tips: Twitter There can be no doubt that social media has changed the way we market our salons.It’s offered us a way to connect directly and regularly to our customers. In this issue I offer my top 5 tips for using twitter in communicating your brand message.

#5. Customise

Customizing your twitter page is part of a bigger marketing strategy for business. It is important that you make your twitter page your own. It’s look and feel should fit in nicely with your branding.

#4. Follow thought leaders

So, who to follow? When I first set up my twitter account I didn’t tweet at all. I used twitter to learn from and keep up with the top people in the world for my industry. Daily I received tweets from these thought leaders pointing me in the direction of excellent articles and resources on graphic design, web design and marketing. I didn’t have to search them out, they came to me.

#3. Use Lists

As you follow more and more twitter accounts you may start to feel overwhelmed by the amount of tweets coming your way. This is normal. Because the flow of information is so unrelenting you need a way to organize your twitter accounts into easily digestible chunks. The lists feature allows you to do just that.

#2. Interact

When you read an interesting Tweet don’t be afraid to interact with it. This action will not go unnoticed by the person who sent the tweet so its a great way to grab their attention.

#1. Be Helpful

The number One mistake I see businesses on twitter make is using the platform to try to sell-sell-sell! As with any social media sites the aim should always be to build a community around your area of expertise. Sure, the long term goal is to increase your bottom line through increased sales but you have to earn the trust of your followers first. If you use twitter as a broadcasting tool you will fail plain and simple. Try listening to your followers first. What are they actually interested in ? Can you help them and in so doing demonstrate your knowledge. Engage with your followers. Ask them questions and lend a helping hand without looking for something in return. Try making all your tweets informative, useful, or funny. Point them in the direction of interesting articles , show them new designs and offer your expert advice when and where you can. Do not tweet endlessly about a sale or reduction in price. Be helpful. Build a community of loyal followers around your area of expertise and when those followers require your service or product you will be top of mind. This takes time and dedication but the rewards from doing it right will be worth the effort. www.studio93.ie

ALFAPARF MILANO 8th Annual FANTASTIC HAIRDRESSER AWARDS Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FANTASTIC The FANTASTIC HAIRDRESSER AWARDS is one of the most widely anticipated and attended awards ceremony in the hairdressing industry on the island of Ireland. This year it will take place in The Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge on Sunday the 5th of November. It is a fun packed event featuring the hotly anticipated

competition and prize giving ceremony and three spectacular hair shows featuring the work of Paul Stafford, the ALFAPARF Milano Nexxt Generation Style Ambassador Creative Team and the Intercoiffure Ireland team, to inspire and delight in an explosion of creativity, excellence and inspiration.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are six creative, one photographic and three business award categories which recognise the winning stylists and salons as the best in their field. Participants were invited to submit their entries for the alfaparf Milano Inixia Photographic award, the Fantastic Salon award, the Fantastic Hairdresser award and the new alfaparf Milano Fantastic Marketing Business awards, all of which recognise commercial acumen and flair in the hairdressing industry. The newly created alfaparf Milano Fantastic Marketing Award aims to recognise excellence in marketing and communications in individual salons and recognises the growing importance of clearly defined, targeted communications for salons. Said Ger Hand Awards Director.

This year the winner of the alfaparf milano fantastic hair colourist award will be eligible, for the first time, to represent Ireland at the alfaparf Milano International Nexxt Colour GenHairation contest, to be held in an international location in 2018. The overall winner of this high-profile alfaparf Milano International Nexxt Colour GenHairation competition, which will feature stylists from all over the world, will be subsequently invited to present their award winning technique during a glittering alfaparf Milano Show, alongside the alfaparf Milano styling team in an international location following the contest. This International Show will give the overall winner a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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Gain new skills to manage your salon in a more efficient and effective manner and take your business to the next level. Image Skillnet in conjunction with the Hairdressing Council of Ireland and the University of Limerick are now enrolling for a Certificate in Management programme in Athlone which has been tailored for the HAIR sector. The course is a Certificate in Management, NFQ Level 6 Minor Award and successful graduates of the Certificate programme will have the potential to progress to the Diploma in Management (Level 7) programme and, thereafter, to the BA in Management Practice (Level 8) programme at the University of Limerick.

The course is part funded by Image Skillnet and requires a full application process. Image Skillnet is funded by member companies and the Training Networks Programme, an initiative of Skillnets Ltd funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Education and Skills.

Modules will include: Management & Leadership; Managing Communications; Selecting the Team; Motivating the Team; Reflective Writing Journal; Managing Employee Relations; Quality Management; Managing Performance; Managing Conflict & Change; and, Case Study.

This course requires attendance to lectures, one day every three weeks, in Athlone, Co Westmeath and will start in January 2018 (with 1 induction day in early December). The price is â&#x201A;Ź1200 for eligible participants and booking should be made directly with Image Skillnet.

Places are limited so early booking is advised. Office: 0719640438 Website: www.imageskillnet.ie Email: info@imageskillnet.ie

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The Maura Clarke Annual Hairdressing Symposium Excellence through Fellowship Waterford College of Further Education recently hosted the Maura Clarke Annual Hairdressing Symposium with over 60 educators/teachers in attendance. The Symposium committee was formed in 2004 by the late Maura Clarke to network, support and update those involved in training hairdressers for the future. The overall goal was to help improve the standards of Hairdressing Nationally. In 2005 the first Symposium was held at Crumlin College and from the Symposiums continual success the Hairdressing Educators & Teachers Fellowship was formed in 2013 and has gone from strength to strength ever since.

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The Maura Clarke Training Award

The Maura Clarke Training Award 2017 /2018 was presented by William Clarke to Heather Lynott Moore, Westport College of Further Education. The Award was set up to honour the late Maura Clarke in what she loved most - Training and Trainees.

rish Hairdresser magazine, in consultation with the family of the late Maura Clarke agreed that the Maura Clarke Training Award would be awarded annually to a training facility (who are supportive of the Fellowship of Hairdressing Educators) for their encouragement of students into the area of competition hairdressing through the Mirror Mirror Mannequin Awards. These awards, award the trainees individually but the overall award goes to the training facility with

the most success. The Maura Clarke Training ward Trophy will be presented annually at the Maura Clarke Hairdressing Symposium.

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Mirror Mirror Mannequin Hair Competition 2018 Calling all Hairdressing Trainees We are looking for the BEST images of Mannequin work from trainees all over the Island of Ireland. We encourage you to enter, whether you are a trainee in a salon, an ETB training centre, a Technical College or a Private School.