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Siblings' Style - Have Your Say
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Kate
Dated: April 3, 2008 8:56 AM
They might share the same genes, but how does their style compare? We asked some top hairdressers to rate some celebrity siblings' style. Now you tell us what you think too...
Kylie and Dannii Minogue
"I’ve worked with Kylie for a long time and colour her hair when she is in the UK. Kylie is incredibly open-minded about her look and loves to re-invent her style. She loves to have fun with colour and views it as an accessory to accentuate her overall look. Dannii embraces a strong visual look and is very aware of what suits her. They are experimental and can both carry off striking colour results to reflect their individual and ever-evolving styles – true colour chameleons who get it right every time."
Josh Wood, realhair, London
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Tags: Ashlee Simpson , Ashley Olsen , celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , celebrity style , Dannii Minogue , Jessica Simpson , Kylie Minogue , Mary-Kate Olsen , Nicky Hilton , Paris Hilton , Peaches Geldof , Pixie Geldof
Great to be Back in Britain - Andrew Barton
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Kate
Dated: April 4, 2008 3:49 PM
As nice as travelling the world and experiencing different cultures is, it is really wonderful to be home and to have my own shower and my own wardrobe to choose from rather than a suitcase.
Over the years, I've got the knack of travelling really light because I have to take so much heavy hair kit, from electricals to spares and products, which are suprisingly heavy.
Generally speaking, I never travel anywhere without my kit, but the other week I had a realy panic because I was taking a really early flight to Glasgow and I left my kit in the exec lounge.
I didn't realise I had left it behind until I was getting off the plane; so I went into a group of students I had never met before and had to borrow theirs. The funny thing was that they were all really nervous about what I would think of their kit!
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Tags: Andrew Barton , Saks
Kadus Slalom Provide Goody Bags for Loose Women
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Kate
Dated: April 7, 2008 9:33 AM
Dated: April 7, 2008 9:33 AM
Haircare brand Kadus have been helping stars such as British beauty Leona Lewis, TV icon Dannii Minogue and soap star Angela Griffin get their hair perfectly polished, after being selected as the hair product partner to ITV’s leading daytime programme, Loose Women.
The show, which attracts up to 1.8 million viewers, handpicked the brand to provide their high profile guests with a host of goodies from their newly revamped 19-strong Slalom styling range.
To help the sassy celebs keep their manes beautifully coiffed, they have been treated to a selection of products including Volumize-it! Lift-Up Blow-Drying Lotion, Let’s Finish! Constructor Hair Lac and Go For Shine! Glow Attraction shine spray.
Kadus Managing Director Tim Kelleher is delighted to be a partner to the hit TV show:
"Since launching at the end of 2007, the Slalom range has been a huge success with both stylists and their clients, so it’s great to hear that our products are being so well received by celebrities on Loose Women too.
"We’ve really enjoyed being involved, and look forward to continuing this relationship in the future."
Tags: Angela Griffin , Dannii Minogue , Kadus , Leona Lewis , Loose Women , Slalom
Jericho helps a runaway bride
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Matthew
Dated: April 7, 2008 1:37 PM
Dated: April 7, 2008 1:37 PM
Berkshire based salon group, Jericho, recently helped one of its loyal clients Kelly Dillion, compete in the 2-TEN FM Runaway Bride competition. With the prize of a honeymoon on offer, Kelly needed her hair ready for the tough challenge of escaping as far away from Berkshire as possible on a budget of £10 - all other travel had to be blagged for free!
With two other finalists in the running for the dream honeymoon prize, Jericho wanted to send Kelly away looking her best and ready to win.
“My team really have all the characteristics of a great team, and its no surprise they pulled together huge support for Kelly and the competition’ says Alyn Davies, Company Director of the local salon group.”
Unfortunately, Kelly didn’t manage to run far enough to win the challenge, but her hair didn’t let her down!
NHF warns "don't discriminate"
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Matthew
Dated: April 7, 2008 2:31 PM
Dated: April 7, 2008 2:31 PM
The National Hairdressers’ Federation (NHF) is advising employers not to fall foul of discrimination laws. The warning comes in light of the on-going case concerning the Muslim hairstylist suing a London hairdresser on the grounds that she allegedly discriminated against her because of her religious headwear.
Bushra Noah is claiming £34,000 in compensation from Sarah Desrosiers, owner of Wedge in Kings Cross, after being turned down for the job as a junior stylist. The 19 year-old claims the salon owner was “insulting and discriminated against her because of her headscarf.” Sarah Desrosiers denies the claim.
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Dar Dar! It's Goldie Hawn!
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Matthew
Dated: April 7, 2008 2:36 PM
Dated: April 7, 2008 2:36 PM
London-based session stylist Dar recently styled the hair of Hollywood A-lister, Goldie Hawn. Dar ensured the bubbly actress looked her best for an appearance on the Jonathan Ross Show. The actress and stylist met several years ago at a spiritual retreat and hit it off straight away, Dar told HJ.
Tags: Dar , Goldie Hawn
Errol Douglas Names His Celebrity Style Icon
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Kate
Dated: April 8, 2008 1:55 PM
Dated: April 8, 2008 1:55 PM
Audrey Hepburn
"My celebrity hair icon is Audrey Hepburn as she has such wide audience appeal. She has one of the most beautiful looks of all time and the most sensational face."Her Breakfast At Tiffany’s updo with that little bit of fringe is still current today. It’s the epitome of a timeless style. It’s every girl’s dream to have this party look and ultimately it’s still young and debonair. We regularly have clients who refer to it in the salon.
"It’s a flattering style that suits most face shapes and is one of the ultimate updo’s because there’s a party girl in every woman! Her character Holly Golightly’s look stands for energy.
"Just like the iconic shot of Marilyn Monroe with her skirt billowing up represents that blonde, innocent but flirtatious vibe, Audrey’s sophisticated and glamorous style will make her the poster girl for brunettes forever."
Errol Douglas
Tags: Audrey Hepburn , Errol Douglas
Creating The Pob For Afro Hair
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Kate
Dated: April 8, 2008 2:29 PM
Dated: April 8, 2008 2:29 PM
The Pob
"With the bob continuing to reign supreme this season, this look offers a twist to the must-have style. Inspired by Posh’s perfectly polished Pob, extensions were razor-cut to create dishevelled, trendy texture, rather than the blunt finish we usually see. Sassy sprinkles of copper hair pieces were included to accentuate the cut and texture, while the hair was smoothed with serum, shaped with irons and separated with shine wax for added definition."Hair by Schola Rose, Hype Coiffure Battersea, London, for Sleek Hair Extensions
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Tags: Afro hair , pob
Creating Retro Afro Hair
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Kate
Dated: April 8, 2008 3:16 PM
Dated: April 8, 2008 3:16 PM
The Retro
"This look is easily achievable on Afro hair. Simply apply a semi-permanent colour for a high-gloss effect and rich tone. To style, use Alterna Thickening Compound to give fullness, pull the hair out in sections with an Afro comb, then diffuse dry and pat it back to create a rounded shape. Next, using the comb and your fingers, manipulate the hair to secure the circular look and complete with Wella Professionals High Hair Finishing Spray to add shine and perfect hold."Akin Konizi, hob salons, London
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Tags: Afro hair , retro afro hair , retro hair
Aveda Masterjam in Berlin
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Emma T
Dated: April 8, 2008 3:50 PM
Dated: April 8, 2008 3:50 PM
I’ve just returned from Aveda’s fantastic Masterjam in Berlin, where Antoinette Beenders shone onstage, along with the company’s brightest talents.
More than 800 hairdressers from all over the world flocked to Germany’s buzzing capital city for the three-day event, which included workshops in cutting, colour and the company’s beautiful new Transparency collection. The highlight, however, was the Masterjam itself – a five-hour extravaganza of technical demonstrations and shows starring experts from across Aveda’s global network.
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Tags: Antoinette Beenders , Aveda , British Hairdresser of the Year
Bridal Hair Packages and Trends
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Kate
Dated: April 9, 2008 2:43 PM
Dated: April 9, 2008 2:43 PM
Every bride-to-be wants to look her best when she walks up the aisle - and her big day is a chance for you to shine too.
Hairstyle and colour trials form a vital part of the wedding preparations for lovestruck brides and their guests of honour, so introducing bespoke bridal hair packages to your business can be a lucrative revenue stream, as many salon owners are finding out.
A bridal hair package can generate additional spend from current clients but also bring in new business from clients who are happy with your bridal work becoming loyal customers.
There are three important steps to making bridal hair packages a profitable arm of your business.
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Tags: bridal hair , bridal hair trends , hair trends , wedding hair
Harrington Robertson Host Blessed VIP Night
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Kate
Dated: April 10, 2008 9:25 AM
Dated: April 10, 2008 9:25 AM
Harrington Robertson, in Earl Shilton Leicestershire, recently said a big thank you to their VIP clients by holding 'Blessed evening'.
Not only has the salon been chosen to pilot ghd's Blessed VIP club, they have also recently won the ghd Expert Promotion Award at the ghd Expert Awards 2008.
To celebrate Jo Robertson and Jackie Harrington rewarded their clients by inviting them to a celebrity-styled VIP night, where clients were greeted with champagne and had their hair styled by the Harrington Robertson team.
The evening was a great success, all clients that brought friends along to be Blessed were entered into a free draw to win a pair of pink ghd Stylers. The idea was for the clients to come along before they went out, but they were having such a good time the pubs were closed when they left!
All clients left with goody bags packed with ghd’s Indulgence Treatments, lip gloss's, Discount vouchers, Chocolates and Harrington Robertson magnets.
Tags: ghd , ghd straighteners
hob Shine at the Vitality Show
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Kate
Dated: April 10, 2008 9:57 AM
Dated: April 10, 2008 9:57 AM
Visitors to The Vitality Show, the largest health, beauty and well-being show in Europe, were given a touch of glamour by the expert team from hob salons, in association with luxury haircare brand Alterna.
The award-winning hairdressing group had a custom-made salon with six workstations as well as a dedicated retail area, manned by the Alterna luxury haircare team, for the duration of the show.
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Tags: Alterna , hob , hob salons , Vitality Show
Oh My God! Lily Allen's Gone Blonde
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Kate
Dated: April 10, 2008 12:14 PM
Dated: April 10, 2008 12:14 PM
If you've seen Lily Allen's new blonde hair, you've probably thought 'oh my god, I can't believe it!'
The chart-topper's new colour is more yellow than blonde, and it’s a problem that most people will face when trying to get from black to blonde.
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Tags: blonde , blonde hair , Karine Jackson , Lily Allen , Redken
Claudi Contrasti styles hair at La Dolce Vita
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Matthew
Dated: April 10, 2008 5:16 PM
Dated: April 10, 2008 5:16 PM
Claudio Contrasti was recently invited to La Dolce Vita, London’s vibrant Italian haute couture show. Claudio worked his magic on hair to compliment the glamorous, stylish and ready-to-wear couture pieces. He also offered visitors hair tips and insight into new hair trends for 2008.
Jo Jordan is the mane attraction in South Africa
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Matthew
Dated: April 10, 2008 5:25 PM
Dated: April 10, 2008 5:25 PM
Matrix international artistic team member, Jo Jordan, of Jordan Burr, London, recently travelled to Cape Town, South Africa with the company to talk to a specially selected group of hairdressers about current trends in UK hairdressing. While there, Jo also met some of the local wildlife (see picture).
Redken Urban Talent gets Underway in Birmingham
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Kate
Dated: April 14, 2008 11:46 AM
Dated: April 14, 2008 11:46 AM
Sian Winstone and Katie Macklin are celebrating after winning the Birmingham final of Redken Urban Talent competition in front of a sell-out crowd at the Birmingham NEC.
Having already impressed with their moodboards, the finalists had to wow a panel of judges, including HJ's Ruth Hunsley, by showcasing a look that they had created with inspiration from the New York runways.
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Tags: Redken , Urban Talent
NHF Appoint Art Team Creative Director
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Kate
Dated: April 14, 2008 3:15 PM
Dated: April 14, 2008 3:15 PM
The National Hairdressers’ Federation have appointed Charlie Taylor, as the 2008 Creative Director for the NHF Art Team.
Charlie, winner of the NHF’s Celebrity Hairdresser of the Year 2007 and a member of the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame, is the first ever Creative Director since the team's formation over five years ago.
Working alongside the team’s Art Team Director, Wendy Cummins, Charlie will be mentoring and educating the ten strong team in a number of activities.
"As an educator, it is really nice for me to work with new people," says Charlie. " To pass on my experience to others is always extremely satisfying; when you are involved in a team you immediately establish a learning environment, where all members of that team gain a huge amount from each other."
"I believe that it is really important for the NHF to establish an Art Team outside of its competition arena to firstly raise the profile of the NHF, and also to ensure it keeps bang up to date with modern techniques and possibly being ahead of the game. It’s going to be a really great year working with the team!"
Charlie will be working with the Art Team throughout the year in a number of activities including their hair trend collections for spring/summer and autumn/winter, presenting seminars at the NHF Conference later in the year, and also heading up the team on stage at Salon International.
The first activity will be an Art Team meeting where Charlie and Wendy will encourage the team to produce moodboard ideas for the first shoot of the year, network with one another, and encourage the team’s creative abilities to shine.
Tags: Charlie Taylor , NHF
Akin honoured with British Masters Award
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Kate
Dated: April 14, 2008 3:53 PM
Dated: April 14, 2008 3:53 PM
Akin Konizi of hob salons has received the prestigious 2008 British Masters Award at the Australian Hair Fashion Awards.
The award, which recognises those who have achieved excellence in the hair fashion industry and are respected worldwide as leaders, entrepreneurs and masters of their craft, has previously been won by industry icons including Trevor Sorbie, Mark Hill, Errol Douglas and Beverly C.
Twice nominated for British Hairdresser of the Year (2006 & 2007) and winner of numerous titles including British Fellowship Hairdresser of the Year 2006/7, UK’s Most Wanted Fine Artist 2006/7 and the British Hairdressing Awards London Hairdresser of the Year 2005/6, Akin Konizi can now add this international award to his impressive list of accolades.
"I am honoured to be acknowledged by the Australian Fellowship and the AHFA’s in this unbelievable way," says Akin. "Being recognised by my peers on the other side of the world was mind-blowing!
Akin had previously judged the Australian Hair Fashion Awards in the UK in December 2007, and also presented the ultimate Australian Hairdresser of the Year award to Robert Bava of Parlour Hair (SA), on the awards night
He added: "I was staggered by the standard of work at the judging of the AHFA’s and would like to thank the team for providing such a wonderful platform to recognise the talents of so many brilliant hairdressers."
Tags: Akin Konizi , hob salons
Phil Smith Runs Marathon For Hair Charities
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Kate
Dated: April 14, 2008 4:11 PM
Dated: April 14, 2008 4:11 PM
Spending five hours running round London on a wet and windy Sunday morning might seem about as far removed from working in a hair salon as you can possibly get, but for Phil Smith the pair go hand in hand.
Because, since taking up running 18 months ago, the five-times British Hairdresser of the Year Awards nominee has just completed his third marathon.
"When I started running, I said I wanted to try to do a marathon before I turned 40," says Phil. "As it happens, I've done three in a year and there's still time to spare before my fortieth.
"The London Marathon on Sunday was really tough because I didn't really want to do it, but when I was offered a place I still said yes!
"At 23 miles, when the hailstones started to fall and I realised that I wasn't going to achieve my target time of five hours I started to get emotional about that decision!"
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Tags: Phil Smith , Toni & Guy Charitable Trust , Toni&Guy
Mark Townsend Creates Thandie Newton's Red Carpet Hair
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Kate
Dated: April 15, 2008 9:46 AM
Dated: April 15, 2008 9:46 AM
Matrix celebrity stylist Mark Townsend recently created Thandie Newton's stunning up-do for the LA premiere of her film Run Fatboy Run.
Having worked with Thandie before, he knew that she would challenge him and keep him on his toes so he had a clear idea of the look he wanted to create for her: a full head of loose curls."
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Tags: fire engine , Matrix
Curls are a Key Look for 08 - Beverly C
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Kate
Dated: April 15, 2008 10:46 AM
Dated: April 15, 2008 10:46 AM
"Curls are back and here to stay" according to two-times British Hairdresser of the Year Beverly C MBE.
Having made the bold prediction, curls were, naturally, one of the stunning looks Beverly created in front of a sell-out audience at the Goldwell Academy in Mayfair for an audience with Beverly C.
During the two hour presentation, Beverly demonstrated cutting, finishing and avant garde techniques, including her passion for razor-cutting, colour placement to complement the cut and the art of using hair pieces.
While creating head-turning looks based on this year’s Trend Zoom looks, Newstalgia and Rockmantic, the spring/summer catwalk shows and her own trend interpretations, Beverly explained the key trends for hair this year and how they can be adapted for use in the salon.
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Tags: Beverly C , curls , curly hair
What's in Richard Ward's Bag?
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Kate
Dated: April 15, 2008 12:23 PM
Dated: April 15, 2008 12:23 PM
Celebrity hairdresser Richard Ward, of Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa in Chelsea, London, reveals the items he couldn't be without in his man-bag.
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Taking Care of Ageing Hair
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Kate
Dated: April 15, 2008 12:44 PM
Dated: April 15, 2008 12:44 PM
When we look at our bodies it's easy to see signs of ageing. Even the most blessed beauty queens can't avoid wrinkles, saggy skin and a tummy that's not quite as firm as it was at 18. But what happens to the hair as we age and how can you help your clients combat dull, limp locks?
World-renowned trichologist Philip Kingsley reveals what happens to ageing hair and the affect that external forces can have on the ageing process.
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Tags: ageing hair , Philip Kingsley
Top Tips For Colouring Grey Hair
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Kate
Dated: April 15, 2008 1:52 PM
Dated: April 15, 2008 1:52 PM
Not many of us like the physical effects of ageing, but unfortunately there are many signs of growing older we simply can’t stop – and grey hair is one of the most dreaded.
For women especially, this can be a major trauma, but it’s not all doom and gloom. According to Lisa Shepherd, three times Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technician of the Year, today’s technical advancements in colour mean we can enhance, blend in, disguise or totally cover grey, which is a lot less drastic than going under the knife or having a new set of pearly white veneers.
There are three stages of grey hair, says Lisa. "First it’s the odd stray hair, then a 50% mix of grey with the natural colour, and, finally, total take-over."
But what is it that makes our hair go grey and why are some people lucky enough to bypass the grey stage altogether?
Around the late fifties, says Lisa, natural hair colour fades as the body’s production of melanin decreases. "When melanin production stops altogether, the hair that grows is white. The production of melanin is governed by genetic factors so the best indication of when someone’s hair will become white is when their parents’ hair whitened."
Once the hair has gone grey, it’s important for a colourist to think about the best way to camouflage it, and grabbing the lightest blonde or deepest brunette isn’t the solution.
"A very light blonde often results in a harsh yellow tone being present, so normally as you get older it is advisable to go lighter, as it is softer against your skin tone. Sometimes a few high and lowlights are all that’s needed to begin with," adds Lisa.
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Tags: ageing hair , grey hair , Lisa Shepherd
Join in the Fun on HABB Day
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Kate
Dated: April 15, 2008 5:08 PM
Dated: April 15, 2008 5:08 PM
Friday 2nd May is the second 'Have a HABB Day, Donate a £1 and feel FAB!' fundraising day and it couldn't be simpler to get involved:
- Select a member of your team to collect the money
- Ask every team person to donate a £1 on Friday 2 May
- Send your money to HABB - by cheque, credit card, or donated via http://www.justgiving.com/hbb
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Tags: HABB , HABB Day
Valencia to Host the Goldwell Trend Zoom Color Challenge
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Kate
Dated: April 16, 2008 9:33 AM
Dated: April 16, 2008 9:33 AM
The climax of this year's Goldwell Trend Zoom Color Challenge will take place in the sunny city of Valencia in north east Spain.
Famed for being a 'city of art and science' with breathtaking architecture, Valencia will play host to over a thousand colour professionals from all corners of the globe.
Goldwell hairdressers selected as national finalists will have the opportunity to represent their country as beauty and creativity visionaries, competing for exclusive national prizes and media publicity.
The international winners will become part of the Trend Zoom Creative Team for 2010 – creating trend worlds, networking with international professionals, and seeing their images appear globally.
There will be Trend Zoom Color Challenge national and international winners in the following three categories:
- Creative Colorist, for colour creations with Topchic and Colorance
- Elumen Colorist, for colour creations with Elumen
- Partner Colorist, for colour creations by hairdressers who already do shows or training for Goldwell
Entries for this year's Trend Zoom Competition is May 31st, to collect your entry form call 01323 432100 or find out more information here.
Tags: Trend Zoom , Trend Zoom Color Challenge
20 Questions with Mark Leeson
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Kate
Dated: April 16, 2008 3:26 PM
Dated: April 16, 2008 3:26 PM
Name: Mark Leeson
Age: 39
Salon: Mark Leeson Hair Body & Mind
Career History: Over 20 years ago Mark began his hairdressing career aged 16 by entering a competition where he had to create an image that was representative of the year 2000. At the time this seemed like a lifetime away but Mark went on to win the competition and from that moment on was hooked on hairdressing.
Mark's talent, passion and hard work has won him an endless list of competitions and awards. Winning Eastern Hairdresser of the Year three times at the British Hairdressing awards has provided him with a place amongst hairdressing's elite in the British Hairdressing Awards Hall of Fame. 2007 saw Mark being crowned the King of Colour as he was awarded Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technician of the Year. Along with this success, Mark has built up a hugely successful salon, so luxurious that it rivals paradise itself.
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Tags: Mark Leeson , Posh bob , Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technician of the Year
Jennifer Aniston Celebrity Hair Style Icon
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Kate
Dated: April 17, 2008 1:18 PM
Dated: April 17, 2008 1:18 PM
Jennifer Aniston's famous 'Rachel' cut became a must-have style in the mid 90s and yet hairdressers are divided in two camps about the look that inspired a generation.
Errol Douglas is one of those who couldn't bear the layered look. "If there was one celebrity cut I wish had never caught on it would be Jennifer Aniston’s ‘The Rachel’ cut," says Errol. "It didn’t really suit anyone!"
In contrast, Richard Ward and Mark Leeson wish that they had been responsible for creating the iconic style. Mark adds: "I think from a commercial point of view the Rachel cut will always be a milestone."
But it's been more than 10 years since the former friends favourite said goodbye to the 'Rachael' and in that time she's experimented with various colours and lengths.
Continue reading "Jennifer Aniston Celebrity Hair Style Icon" »
Tags: Errol Douglas , Jennifer Aniston , Mark Leeson , Martyn Maxey
Andrew Barton Names his Celebrity Style Icon
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Kate
Dated: April 24, 2008 12:04 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 12:04 PM
Cate Blanchett
"I am a huge fan of Cate Blanchett – of both her work and her look – and was lucky enough to meet her at a party in London that friends of mine were hosting. I’m afraid to say it was one of my most embarrassing moments – I was completely star-struck and didn’t know what to say. Inevitably, we talked about her hair and I ended up doing it for her a few days later."Cate has a style that is relaxed but polished. She is sophisticated and always carries herself with grace. Personally, I feel she is one of the most refined actresses of our time.
"I think what Cate does best is modern beauty. Whether it’s hair, make-up or fashion, it’s all tastefully done. This is what I try to create in my own signature work – classic beauty with a contemporary twist."
Andrew Barton, Saks International Creative Director
Tags: Andrew Barton , Cate Blanchett , celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles
Summer Haircare Advice and Products
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Kate
Dated: April 24, 2008 1:02 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 1:02 PM
We all know how harmful the sun’s ultra-violet rays can be to skin, and too much sun exposure can also be extremely damaging to hair.
While it’s tempting for your clients to soak up the sunshine and give their locks a naturally sunkissed look, it can wreak havoc with the structure of their strands. Add salt walter and chlorine to the equation and the problem only intensifies, as top trichologist Philip Kingsley explains…
What effect does sun exposure have on hair?
Exposure to the sun breaks down the protein structure of the hair, dramatically weakening the hair shaft and reducing its elasticity, which means it breaks more easily. The sun’s bleaching effects also roughen the texture of the hair, like a chemical bleach, which can leave it looking dull and lacking shine.
Why is it important to protect hair against the sun?
While our skin turns pink in the sun as a warning sign that we’ve been sunbathing for too long, our hair is dead, so there’s no way of telling that it’s harmed until it’s too late. Even in dreary weather, ultra-violet rays still filter through the clouds, so clients should defend their hair every day. Just as many people choose everyday skin products with a sun protection factor (SPF), now many hair styling products are available with similar protection.
How should clients care for their hair when they’re out in the sun?
In the daytime, it’s important to use styling products that contain UV protection. Then, after a day in the sun, put back into hair the moisture and elasticity that the sun strips out. Clients should rinse their hair thoroughly before delivering extra care with nourishing products.
How can salons increase their average client bills in summer?
Salon owners are missing out if they don’t tap into the extra revenue stream that offering specialist post-holiday treatments can bring to the business. In my trichological clinic in Harrods, London, we get through buckets of my reparative treatments in the autumn, undoing all the damage the sun has caused to my clients' hair all summer.
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Tags: Philip Kingsley , Summer hair care products
How to Impress at the British Hairdressing Business Awards
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Kate
Dated: April 24, 2008 2:42 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 2:42 PM
Putting together an entry for the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2008? Then you'll want to impress the judges.
Here's what the sponsors are looking for in an entry for their categories.
Download your entry form for the 2008 British Hairdressing Business Awards
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Tags: British Hairdressing Business Awards
Mark Hill creates style at BAFTA TV Awards
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Matthew
Dated: April 24, 2008 3:40 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 3:40 PM
Mark Hill and his artistic team once again transformed celebrity tresses for the BAFTA Television Awards. Mark and the team worked from a specially created VIP styling suite, creating looks for stars including Tess Daly (pictured with Mark).
Tags: BAFTA , Mark Hill , Tess Daly
The Best of the Week in the My HJi community
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Kate
Dated: April 24, 2008 4:02 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 4:02 PM
What is good taste? That's the big debate going on in the My HJi forums. In the blue corner, Santilli, our friend from Italy, thinks that it is all subjective. He reckons that we human's have got a herd mentality.
Making his case from the red corner is Dids, who thinks that beauty is timeless. He says we're all in agreement what bad taste is - even if some people do seem to aspire to it. That'll be WAGS then!
Hovering somewhere in the middle is BoyWonder who thinks that's what's good for one person isn't necessarily good for another. He adds that "There is not doubt that beauty come in all shapes and sizes."
But does that extend to all colours and all lengths? We're not going to pass judgement, but if you've got an opinion on the subject you know where to write it...
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Avoiding Naomi Campbell-Style Weave Woes
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Dated: April 24, 2008 4:39 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 4:39 PM
Naomi Campbell's behaviour may not always be befitting of a role model; but one thing that is always to scratch is her appearance, especially her sleek shiny hair.
Whether she is sporting a glamorous up do, a short, shaggy bob or long layers with a fringe, Naomi's hair is always well maintained and on trend.
But it seems that all the wear and tear of regularly updating her look using weaves seems to have finally caught up with the supermodel who seems to be suffering with hair loss around the hair line.
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Tags: Afro hair , afro weaves , Hype Coiffure , Naomi Campbell
Trevor Sorbie's Life Through a Lens
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Dated: April 24, 2008 5:26 PM
Dated: April 24, 2008 5:26 PM
Ask any young hairdresser who their hero is and chances are the reply will be Trevor Sorbie. Since he started his career more than 40 years ago, he has constantly pushed the boundaries and created groundbreaking images.
As well as photographic work, he has showcased ideas on stage that have been simply awe-inspiring.
"Calling someone a hero is a big deal,” says Trevor. "What is a hairdressing hero? I believe it is someone who has gained respect from their peers and has created an image that stands the test of time."
And while he is held in high regard, he believes his protégé, Angelo Seminara, will take hairdressing to an even higher level.
"Angelo will create a style that I did 20 years ago, but will see it in a new light and give it a new twist and it looks amazing. He has such an eye and I am so proud of him."
Trevor has won more awards than any other hairdresser – he was crowned HJ’s British Hairdresser of the Year a record four times – but he still remains one of the most modest and down-to-earth hairdressers you could ever meet. Here, are the stories behind the images that mark his legendary career.
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Tags: Anthony Mascolo , Trevor Sorbie , Vidal Sassoon
Wella Trend Vision Regional Finalists 2008
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Dated: April 25, 2008 11:37 AM
Dated: April 25, 2008 11:37 AM
The judges for Wella Professionals Trend Vision have chosen their regional finalists.
Color Category - Scottish | Northern | Midlands | Southern
Young Talent Category - Northern | Midlands | Southern
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Tags: Trend Vision , Wella Trend Vision
Winners' Advice For Entering the British Hairdressing Awards
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Dated: April 25, 2008 12:48 PM
Dated: April 25, 2008 12:48 PM
HJ's British Hairdressing Awards is the industry's biggest photographic competition. Follow this advice from a selection of the current winners and make sure your entry makes the grade.
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Nell McAndrew ditches the blonde
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Dated: April 28, 2008 11:56 AM
Dated: April 28, 2008 11:56 AM
Nell McAndrew is the latest celebrity blonde to grace the chairs at the Jo Hansford Salon in Mayfair – but she is blonde no longer.
After a consultation with stylist Dino and Colour Director Brooke, her bleached through the top and dark underneath colour was toned down and evened out as Nell wanted to update it and make it look thicker and more glamorous. Brooke tinted the top to a light brown and then added some light and dark contrasting lights to give it some texture and depth. The results will no doubt be seen on a red carpet near you soon!
Toni & Guy York celebrates 10 years in business
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Dated: April 28, 2008 12:27 PM
Dated: April 28, 2008 12:27 PM
The team at Toni & Guy York recently celebrated 10 successful years in business. A selection of clients, press and friends enjoyed an evening of indulgence, with all party-goers leaving with a goodie bag of label.m products.
Barrie Stephen is fit for business
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Dated: April 28, 2008 12:54 PM
Dated: April 28, 2008 12:54 PM
Leicestershire hairdresser Barrie Stephen has devised a novel way of keeping his staff motivated and fit.
Said Barrie: “I’ve employed fitness expert Ian Roberts to map out a 20-minute walk that takes in each of my three salons. The team will be encouraged to walk this route every day, with the idea being that fitter staff will increase business productivity.”
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Richard Ward wins Ready Steady Cook
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Dated: April 28, 2008 1:11 PM
Dated: April 28, 2008 1:11 PM
Celebrity hairdresser Richard Ward took his creative skills back into the kitchen to appear on Ready, Steady Cook. Challenging TV presenter and friend, Amanda Lamb, Richard and his Green Pepper chef Brian Turner, won the show and Richard donated the £100 prize fund to the Hair & Beauty Benevolent.
This is Richard’s second appearance on the show and more recently he showed off his culinary skills by appearing in the 2007 HABB Cook Book sharing his ‘Richard’s Supreme Chicken’ recipe.
Sean Dawson's Swansong As Fellowship President
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Dated: April 28, 2008 1:36 PM
Dated: April 28, 2008 1:36 PM
The Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s President Night saw Sean Dawson has hand on his president's mantle to Steven Goldsworthy in front of hairdressers, manufacturers, PRs, industry figures and a dinosaur at the Natural History Mueseum.
"Tonight is my swansong and I wanted the perfect building and where better than the Natural History Museum?" said Sean. "Everything that has been said about my presidency is that it has made the Fellowship younger and fresher; tonight and I'm surrounded by old fossils!"
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Tags: Ann Herman , Fellowship for British Hairdressing , Sean Dawson , Steven Goldsworthy
British Hairdressing Business Awards: Uncovering Young Talent
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Dated: April 29, 2008 10:17 AM
Dated: April 29, 2008 10:17 AM
Young talent is the future of the hairdressing industry, and at HJ’s British Hairdressing Business Awards, the Junior of the Year category recognises just that.
Every year, judges pore over hundreds of entries from ultra-enthusiastic, up-and-coming hairdressers, who have embarked on the first step of their careers. With so many budding stars to choose from, picking the candidate that shines the brightest is never easy, but those who have seized opportunities and thrown themselves into the profession with passion stand out from the crowd.
The rookie recruits who make it to the shortlist on the night are those in which HJ’s panel of experienced industry judges have seen something truly special. Many of them have gone on to achieve tremendous career success since their names flashed up on the big screens at the glittering event while others have left the industry.
And for the winners, stepping onstage to collect their prize – often to the biggest round of applause of the night – is a moment to treasure for a lifetime.
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Win Tickets to a Trend Vision Award Regional Final
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Dated: April 30, 2008 7:54 AM
Dated: April 30, 2008 7:54 AM
Fancy attending an exciting and inspirational evening show featuring Sassoon Academy, D&J Ambrose and the Wella Professionals Trend Vision Award regional competitors?
Well this is your chance. The Wella Professionals Trend Vision Award regional finals kick off in Glasgow on May 26 before going on a whistlestop tour of the country taking in Manchester, Dudley and London and we've got a pair of tickets to each event to give away.
Monday 26th May - Scotland, Glasgow
Tuesday 27th May - Northern, Manchester
Tuesday 3rd June - Midlands, Dudley
Wednesday 4th June - Southern, London
As well as a top quality hair show, each fun-filled evening will see 36 competitors, including some of the finest young talent in the business, recreating their photo entry to try to impress the judges and book their place in the UK final.
To be in with a chance of winning all you have to do is select which regional final you'd like to attend (dates above), then drop us an email answering this simple question (don't forget to include your name and contact details!).
Which of these is NOT a Trend Vision 08 Trend?
A. Couture Allure
B. Factory Lyrics
C. Frizzy Fantasy
D. Wonderland
E. Mineral Splendour
Good luck, but don't panic, if you don't win yourself a ticket to the regional final of your choice you can still be there. Tickets are priced at £35 or £30 for groups of five or more. To book your ticket or find out more ring 01256 490806.
THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED!
Tags: Trend Vision , Wella Professionals , Wella Trend Vision
L'Oréal Professionnel Colour Trophy 2008
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Dated: April 30, 2008 8:55 AM
Dated: April 30, 2008 8:55 AM
The L'Oréal Professionnel Colour Trophy regional tour has seen 351 regional salons take their place on the competition floor, armed only with products, hairdryers and talent in their battle to win a place in the final stage of the 2008 competition.
Each Regional Final featured a stunning women’s fashion show from Central St Martins MA graduate Avsh Alom Gur with hair by the Sean Hanna Artistic Team, Haringtons Artistic Team, The FAME Team and The Daniel Galvin Artistic Team. PICTURES
A line-up of leading names, including Zoe Irwin, Errol Douglas, Richard Ward, Dylan Bradshaw, Charles Worthington, Sean Dawson, David Lambert, Jamie Brooks, Anita Cox, Karen Dodds, rotated around the judging panel throughout the tour to carefully cast their expert eye over the entries before giving their discerning professional votes.
"The team’s that have made it through to the Grand Final were deserving winners and demonstrated an excellent understanding of the brief," explained judge Alan Edwards.
"The standard of work across the competition floor has been very strong and there was a great energy from everyone involved."
Agyness Deyn inspired crops, curls and bobs dominated the winning entries, in addition to spectacular colour that ranged from baby blonde to flaming midnight. There was plenty of high fashion to accompany the sensational hair, with ruffles, chic panelling and femme fatale trends proving popular for women while tailoring and retro design details were favoured in the L'Oréal Professionnel Men’s Image category.
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Tags: Colour Trophy , L'Oreal Colour Trophy , L'Oreal Professionnel
Avsh Alom Gur Wows Colour Trophy Regional Tour Audiences
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Dated: April 30, 2008 12:20 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 12:20 PM
In-keeping with the stylish ambience of the L'Oréal Professionnel Colour Trophy Regional Tour, guests witnessed a stunning fashion show by Avsh Alom Gur, heralded by the world’s fashion press as one of ‘London’s brightest design talents’.
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Tags: Avsh Alom Gur , L'Oreal Colour Trophy
What's Hot on HJi's Hair-o-Meter?
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Dated: April 30, 2008 12:53 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 12:53 PM
Who has had head-turning hair and who has had stomach-churning hair in the past seven days?
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Burning up… |
| Gone are her anti-glamour limp locks – Gwyneth Paltrow has been papped looking every inch the Hollywood yummy mummy this week. With golden highlights, a shorter, sexy wave, and a pair of killer heels to show off her endless pins, it’s the makeover of the year so far! “I suppose it's a comeback in a way because I definitely was hibernating for a while and I feel that now I am coming back into the world," Gwynnie told the transfixed members of press. | |
| From working at her local chippie to rocking the runways, it-model Agyness Deyn has pioneered the revival of the peroxide blonde crop. No longer the preserve of dodgy ‘80s dance acts (remember Yazz anyone?) ‘the Agy’ has been mimicked by some of London’s hippest starlets from the coolest Geldof sister, Pixie, to Vivienne Westwood model and edgy actress Jaime Winstone. | |
| Yes, she’s a style icon and yes, she is gorgeous, but the ever-controversial Kate Moss has been looking less than lovely this week. What happened to that lash-skimming sexy fringe? We love Kate’s rock chick style but bedraggled, backcombed and just plain greasy is simply not nice. | |
| As La Winehouse ricochets from one drama to another, her beehive is looking more like a bird nest this week, and we fear she’s fast going to become a regular fixture on the chillier end of our hair-o-meter. OK, so the lady’s got problems, but she’s also got a team of stylists at her beck and call. Get the experts in and sort it out Amy, please! | |
| Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr… |
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Joseph Experience awards evening
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Dated: April 30, 2008 4:24 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 4:24 PM
Bedfordshire-based salon The Joseph’s Experience held its Colour Trophy competition recently, with winners receiving tickets to the L’Oreal Professionnel Colour Trophy event at Earls Court in June.
Anna Lee-King, who won both the colour technique and style elements of the competition (her model is pictured here) while in the Trainee section, the winner was Danielle Jarrett, who has only been training for one year.
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Keith Hall celebrates success
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Dated: April 30, 2008 4:42 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 4:42 PM
Midlands-based Keith Hall Hairdressing, recently held its annual awards where it was announced that it had raised more than £34,000 for its chosen charity, Breakthrough Breast Cancer.
As well as celebrating its successful fund-raising efforts, the night recognised excellence among the group’s salons and staff.
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Shane Bennett launches VIP room
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Dated: April 30, 2008 5:05 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 5:05 PM
Award winning hairdresser, Shane Bennett hosted an open house evening at his salon in Hillsborough, County Down recently, to celebrate the opening of a new VIP suite.
Almost 600 guests attended and were treated to a stunning catwalk show, which ran three times to accommodate everyone that came.
Said Shane: “I am completely overwhelmed with the huge number of people that came to see the new VIP area and watch the catwalk show. Despite the rain people continued to queue for almost two hours so as not to miss out. Guests commented that the catwalk show was simply out of this world and want to know when the next one will be!”
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Creating Volume, Movement and Head-Turning Curls
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Dated: April 30, 2008 8:52 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 8:52 PM
When it comes to hair, big was once again beautiful on the autumn/winter 08 catwalks, with the poker straight locks that have dominated recent seasons making way for movement, volume and curls.
That transition has fast made it's way back into salons, as Lisa Shepherd, three times British Hairdressing Awards Midland Hairdresser of the Year, explains: "We are definitely seeing the return of a lot more movement in the hair in the form of soft curl which is being created using velcro rollers and tongs.
"Clients are asking for style, but aren’t necessarily asking for a perm but they are wanting the 'soft, lived-in' curl almost like a 'slept-in' look."
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Tags: celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , curls , curly hair , Girls Aloud , Lisa Laudat , Lisa Snowdon , Zoe Irwin
Boris v Ken: Who Tops the Style Polls?
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Dated: April 30, 2008 10:40 PM
Dated: April 30, 2008 10:40 PM
Ken Livingstone and Boris Johnson go into London Mayoral election neck and neck, but when it comes to the style stakes they are quite frankly polls [sic] apart.
We asked London hairdressers Becky Barnes from Mayfair salon Webster Whiteman and BaByliss PRO Educator Sacha New from Wickham Hair Studio to analyse what's going on with the two leading candiates' images.
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Tags: Boris Johnson , celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , Ken Livingstone