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How To Get To Salon International
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Kate
Dated: August 5, 2008 8:30 AM
There is only one place to be over the weekend of 18-20 October - ExCel London for the three-day event that is Salon International. And here's how you can get there.
By Car
- When driving to ExCeL London follow signs for Royal Docks, City Airport and ExCeL
- There is easy access to the M25, M11, A406 and A13
- ExCeL London is not located in the Congestion Charge zone
- There is car parking for over 4,000 cars
- The majority of parking is pay and display. If you park in the multi-storey car park at the west end of the site, up will need to pay at a pay point in the Boulevard.
- Visit the AA route planner or contact the AA Roadwatch on +44 (0) 9003 401 100 for more information.
By Tube and DLR (Docklands Light Railway)
- The Jubilee Line is recommended as the quickest route to ExCeL London. At Canning Town change to the DLR (upstairs on platform 3) for the quick two-stop journey to Custom House for ExCeL Station (not King George V)
- ExCeL London is located in zone 3 and London Underground tickets are valid on the DLR.
- Trains from Tower Gateway go direct to Custom House for ExCeL
- When travelling from Bank on the DLR change at Westferry for a Beckton bound train
- When travelling from Lewisham take a Stratford train and change at Poplar for a Beckton bound train. Alternatively take the first Bank train and change at Westferry.
- Visit Transport for London for more information and to plan your entire journey.
By Train
Waterloo International Station is just 19 mins from Canning Town, via the Jubilee line and DLR.
Aveda UK raises £100,000 for Earth Month
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Kate
Dated: August 1, 2008 12:12 PM
Aveda UK has been very busy raising money for clean water projects around the world under its Earth Month initiative, smashing the original target of £85,000 by raising £pound;100,000.
A range of fund-raising events took place throughout the UK, including a fashion show in London featuring clothes from eco-friendly designers Back-to-front, THTC and Amoosi, raising £300.
Continue reading "Aveda UK raises £100,000 for Earth Month" »
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L'Oréal Help Female Scientists to Shine
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Kate
Dated: August 1, 2008 2:48 PM
Dated: August 1, 2008 2:48 PM
L'Oréal UK and Ireland has started their search for the UK and Ireland's female scientists to received their Fellowships For Women in Science Awards for 2008.
More than 70% of qualified female scientists are not pursuing a scientific career and the aim of the award is to enourage more of these women to participate in the field of science.
Continue reading "L'Oréal Help Female Scientists to Shine" »
Tags: L'Oreal Professionnel
The Color Challenge is On
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Kate
Dated: August 4, 2008 10:41 AM
Dated: August 4, 2008 10:41 AM
Colour is king in the hair salon, which is why Paul Mitchell are running a two-pronged Color Challenge with some amazing prizes - and the chance to compete at London's uber cool Sketch - up for grabs.
Combining passion, creativity and enthusiasm to produce a chic, stylish looking mannequin head using Paul Mitchell professional color products, the Color Challenge is open to all Paul Mitchell color salon stylists in the UK, Eire and Europe.
Meanwhile, the Color Bar competition is open to salons who can demonstrate - using striking images and client testimonials - how their Paul Mitchell® color bars have helped to increase colour business and create theatre in the salon.
Continue reading "The Color Challenge is On" »
Tags: Color Bar Competition , Color Challenge , Paul Mitchell
Back from holiday - Andrew Barton's Diary
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Andrew Barton
Dated: August 4, 2008 2:37 PM
Dated: August 4, 2008 2:37 PM
"I was on holiday last week and had a lovely time. We went to a farm house in the hills of Ibiza.
I was really ready for a break, although I was never far from a notepad and I spent a couple of hours a day on my Blackberry.
I'd rather do that than come back to thousands of emails. I actually came home feeling like I'd had a rest.
It was back to work on Monday, doing educational work with L'Oréal Professionnel in London and then in Manchester on Tuesday.
On Wednesday, I had a day of press appointments, seeing journalists all day to talk about my products brand and trends for autumn/winter.
I enjoy this side of my job - it's a case of sitting down all day and having a nice chat.
On Thursday I was in bed all day with food poisoning after a barbecue, so I didn't get much work done.
Today I'm back in the salon - it feels like I haven't been here for ages!"
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Celebrity Hair-o-Meter - Carla Tops the Style Stakes
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: August 5, 2008 4:26 PM
Dated: August 5, 2008 4:26 PM
You can tell it's silly season. This last fortnight there have been more celebrity hair horrors than you can shake an oversized stick at.
What do you say - does celebs' sense of style evaporate in the sun or are we being harsh? Did pregnant Gillian deserve our scorn? Were we wrong to see a spark of style in Jordin's red streaks? Join in the discussion on the My HJi forum.
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Hot stuff... | |
| Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Could France's first lady look any more effortlessly gorgeous? The face-framing layers, the soft waves through the lengths and the multi-tonal glossy shades. Pretty much perfect we say. |
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| Maggie Gyllenhaal With her head of shiny, bouncing, chocolate curls and sweeping side fringe, Maggie works the Hollywood glamour look as only an A-lister can. |
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| Jordin Sparks Jordin's big bouncy curls were in danger of making her look old beyond her years; but the funky flame-red flashes and the cheeky smile achieve a cutesy look far more fitting of an American Idol. |
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| Lindsay Lohan What ever happened to former celebrity hair hottie Lindsay? Those ends are drier than a Las Vegas summer, time to get a trim Miss Lohan! |
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| Gillian Anderson Okay, we appreciate that soon-to-drop Gillian might have other things on her mind right now, but we still can't believe she took to the red carpet with those roots and those faded limp locks. |
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| Kelly Rowland Poor Kelly's Naomi-style 'weave cleavage' really isn't a good look. Time to lay off the hairpieces for a while perhaps. |
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| ...Feeling chilly | ||
Have Your Say on the Celebrity Hair-o-Meter
We want to know who you think looks hot or not every fortnight, so join the debate on the MyHJi Forums.
Recent Celebrity Hair Ratings
- Lily's back to brunette, but Davina gets it oh so wrong
- Can lovely Duffy do no wrong? But want went wrong Kelly O?
- Oh la la Jada; while Meg has a real hair horror
- Baby's grown up and a royal seal of disapproval
- A new Jessica Rabbit; but has Madge lost her sparkle?
- SJP shines; but a frosty reception for Posh
- Gwynnie's looking hot; Kate Moss is not
All images: Rex Features
Tags: celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , celebrity style
My Salon International - Hooker & Young
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Kate
Dated: August 6, 2008 9:35 AM
Dated: August 6, 2008 9:35 AM
With their appreciation for all things fabulous, it is no surprise that Hooker & Young are amongst the most wanted stylists in the world. Dedicated to their craft, Gary Hooker & Michael Young are multi-award winning stylists with four salons in the North East of England who have just been nominated for British Hairdresser of the Year 2008.
Hooker & Young's creative flare and passion for colour is in constant demand throughout the Britain and overseas.This pair are highly recognised and respected for their exquisite attention to detail, and their finishing skills are unrivalled.
Continue reading "My Salon International - Hooker & Young" »
Tags: Hooker & Young , Salon International
Eco-Excellence at Gina Conway's Show
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Kate
Dated: August 6, 2008 11:46 AM
Dated: August 6, 2008 11:46 AM
Who said that going green couldn't be gorgeous and glamorous? Certainly not Gina Conway, who produced a stunning fashion show showcasing elite eco-designers teamed with cutting-edge hair and beauty.
Sponsored by the exclusive Fashion TV channel and supported by charities The Earthwatch Institute and the Whole Planet Foundation, Gina's 3rd Annual Charity Fashion Show was designed to raise money to support sustainability and develop understanding of other environmentally conscious efforts.
Continue reading "Eco-Excellence at Gina Conway's Show" »
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Bobbing Along - Posh's Posse's Celebrity Hair
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Kate
Dated: August 6, 2008 1:29 PM
Dated: August 6, 2008 1:29 PM
It's hard to name a celebrity who has had as huge impact on the hair industry as Victoria Beckham.
As she's gone from bob to short hair to extensions and back again, women across the nation have followed.
Now that Posh is cutting her teeth as one of LA's A-list, it looks like that ability is rubbing off with close pals Katie Holmes and Eva Longoria both unveiling new - and dare we say it, Posh-a-like - looks.
We asked Skyler McDonald, Creative Director of seanhanna, Wimbledon, to cast her eye over the trio's looks and tell us who is flattered by Posh's LA makeover and who should stick with their own style.
Continue reading "Bobbing Along - Posh's Posse's Celebrity Hair" »
Tags: bob , celebrity hair , celebrity style , Eva Longoria , Katie Holmes , Posh Spice , Victoria Beckham
HJ's British Hairdressing Awards 2008 Finalists
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Kate
Dated: August 7, 2008 10:03 AM
Dated: August 7, 2008 10:03 AM
After an intense day of judging the hundreds of photographic entries, the British Hairdressing Awards 2008 finalists have been choosen.
Specialist Awards
Afro Hairdresser of the Year
- Sandra Webb - Sandra Webb Hair & Beauty, London
- Michelle Thompson - Francesco Group Academy, Staffordshire
- Junior Green - Junior Green Hair & Beauty Ltd, London
- Claire Rothstein - Bloww, London
- Kim Johnson - Hype Coiffure, London
- Renda Attia - Steven Carey Hair Salon, London
Artistic Team of the Year*
- Haringtons - London
- Hooker & Young - County Durham
- Andrew Collinge Hairdressing - Liverpool
- hob salons - London
- Rush - Croydon, Surrey
- Brooks & Brooks - London
* Having won the Artistic Team of the Year for three consecutive years the Trevor Sorbie Artistic Team were ineligible to enter until 2010
Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year
- James Rowe - Kontakt, London
- Desmond Murray - Desmond Murray, London
- Karen Brown - Hair by JFK, Edinburgh
- Efi Davies - Toni & Guy, Covent Garden, London
- Michael Barnes - Michael Barnes Hairdressing, London
- Darren Ambrose - D&J Ambrose, Pinner, Middlesex
Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technician of the Year
- Tim Scott-Wright - Lisa Shepherd Salons, Birmingham
- Gary Hooker & Michael Young - Hooker & Young, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Andrea Beers - Andrea Beers, Kidderminster, Worcestershire
- Paul Scully - Scully Scully, Godalming, Surrey
- Christel Lundqvist - hob salons, London
- Michelle Lawley - Royston Blythe, Compton, Wolverhampton
Men's Hairdresser of the Year
- Mark Leeson - Mark Leeson Hair Body & Mind, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
- Desmond Murray - Desmond Murray, Covent Garden, London
- Jim Shaw - Essensuals, Billericay, Essex
- Jamie Stevens - Errol Douglas, London
- Leonardo Rizzo - Sanrizz, Guildford, Surrey
- Sally Brooks - Brooks & Brooks, London
Newcomer of the Year
- Christopher Appleton - George's Hair Salon, Stoneygate, Leicester
- Ben Ferris - Goldsworthy's, Swindon, Wiltshire
- Alfie Booth - Andrew Collinge Hairdressing, Manchester
- Peter Joseph Burkill - Headlines UK, Leeds
- Victoria Nebbett - Monroe Hairdressing, Leatherhead, Surrey
- Ashley James Gamble - Royston Blythe, Compton, Wolverhampton
Continue reading "HJ's British Hairdressing Awards 2008 Finalists" »
Tags: British Hairdresser of the Year , British Hairdressing Awards
Salon International 2008 - The Countdown Begins
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Kate
Dated: August 6, 2008 5:13 PM
Dated: August 6, 2008 5:13 PM
Salon International 2008
October 18-20
ExCel London
There is no other industry that generates the excitement that surrounds Salon International.
It's not only the place to see all the latest products, equipment and innovations aimed at hairdressers and salon owners, it's also a powerhouse of creative innovation that will leave every visitor inspired.
This year's show is being held between 18-20 October 2008 at ExCeL London.
Continue reading "Salon International 2008 - The Countdown Begins" »
Tags: Salon International
Highlights of Salon International 2007
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Kate
Dated: August 4, 2008 10:02 AM
Dated: August 4, 2008 10:02 AM
Held over three inspring days; 50,000 excited hairdressers packed the Hair Show at ExCel to witness thrilling hair shows; new product launches and the best education in the hairdressing business.
Continue reading "Highlights of Salon International 2007" »
Tags: Salon International
Schwarzkopf offers gift packs to the beautiful polo people
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Matthew
Dated: August 8, 2008 1:52 PM
Dated: August 8, 2008 1:52 PM
Guests at the exclusive ChinaWhite tent during the Cartier International Polo event in Windsor this month were treated to an assortment of products from Schwarzkopf Professional's luxurious Seah Hairspa range.
Schwarzkopf Professional was invited to put together gifts for guests including Kelly Brook, Emma Watson, Natalie Imbuglia, Rosamund Pike, Tamsin Egerton and Dita Von Teese.
Tags: Dita Von Teese , Emma Watson , Kelly Brook , Natalie Imbruglia , Rosamund Pike , Schwarzkopf Professional , Tamsin Egerton
What Hairdressing Training Taught Top Hairdressers
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Kate
Dated: August 8, 2008 2:15 PM
Dated: August 8, 2008 2:15 PM
Great hairdressing training stays with you for the rest of your career. We ask a selection of leading hairdressers what they learnt during their training that has stayed with them today
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Tags: hairdresser training
Andrew Barton: Why I Withdrew From British Hairdresser of the Year
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Andrew Barton
Dated: August 8, 2008 4:14 PM
Dated: August 8, 2008 4:14 PM
As you might have read, I have decided to withdraw my nomination from this year's British Hairdresser of the Year competition.
This was not a decision that I took lightly because when I received my nomination I was honoured and really excited. However after serious thought I realised that I couldn't put in the time and dedication that the award requires.
British Hairdresser of the Year nominees have to put together a photo collection of eight images. It is not just a case of turning up and taking styling the hair for the photographs. It would have involved at least a two day shoot and countless hours working on the concept, developing the idea and choosing the right models and I knew that there simply are not enough hours for me to do that.
Continue reading "Andrew Barton: Why I Withdrew From British Hairdresser of the Year" »
Mintel's Hair Salon Products UK 2008 Report Findings
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: August 11, 2008 12:49 PM
Dated: August 11, 2008 12:49 PM
Data analysis company Mintel's Hair Salon Products, UK, 2008 report reveals a healthy sector worth £191m in retail sales, with 6% growth since 2006.
However, the report's findings also suggest that this growth would be far greater if certain factors hadn't impacted on the market.
Continue reading "Mintel's Hair Salon Products UK 2008 Report Findings" »
Tags: hair products , professional haircare
Patrick Cameron's Red Carpet Seminar raises £3875
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Kate
Dated: August 13, 2008 10:24 AM
Dated: August 13, 2008 10:24 AM
King of the 'up-do', Patrick Cameron raised an impressive £3875 for the Hair and Beauty Benevolent with a red carpert seminar at the Wella Professionals World Studio in London.
Hosted by Patrick, eager supporters from the hairdressing industry were treated to a preview of the new looks from Patrick's Red Carpet Collection.
Continue reading "Patrick Cameron's Red Carpet Seminar raises £3875" »
Tags: HABB , Patrick Cameron
Jericho Hairdressing Duo win New York Trip
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: August 13, 2008 10:54 AM
Dated: August 13, 2008 10:54 AM
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Tags: Jericho Hairdressing
My Salon International - Beverly C
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Alex
Dated: August 13, 2008 10:39 AM
Dated: August 13, 2008 10:39 AM
Legendary stylist Beverly C MBE is one of the most prolific female hairdressers in the business. Twice winner of British Hairdresser of the Year and a regular in the press and on TV, Beverly is adored by women everywhere for her no-nonsense approach to making women look and feel beautiful, Beverly specialises in the total look - a great cut, beautiful colour and a sublime finish.
We caught up with Beverly to ask for her views on the upcoming hair industry extravaganza, Salon International.
Continue reading "My Salon International - Beverly C" »
Tags: Beverly C , Salon International
Young Hairdressers Have Talent: Talentspotting 2008
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Kate
Dated: August 13, 2008 11:36 AM
Dated: August 13, 2008 11:36 AM
The semi-finalists for this year's Talentspotting competition have been announced after a tense day of judging the hundreds of moodboards that had come flooding into the L'Oréal Professionnel Academy.
This year, judges Errol Douglas MBE, Terry Calvert, from Clipso, and Brooks & Brooks' Sally Brooks had the additional task of judging moodboards from the exciting new Junior Art Team Category which encourages under-25's from the same salon to form a young artistic team.
Continue reading "Young Hairdressers Have Talent: Talentspotting 2008" »
Tags: L'Oreal Professionnel
Salon International: Business Extra
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Kate
Dated: August 13, 2008 3:28 PM
Dated: August 13, 2008 3:28 PM
Business Extra, sponsored by Salon Genius, takes place on Sunday October 19 at Salon International.
Aimed at salon owners and managers, the four enlightening business seminars see some of the hair industry's business gurus share their secrets for boosting salon profits.
Continue reading "Salon International: Business Extra" »
Tags: Alan Austin-Smith , Jon Macleod , Peter Lunn , Salon Business Extra , Salon International , seanhanna
Salon International 2008: Salon Seminars
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Kate
Dated: August 13, 2008 4:34 PM
Dated: August 13, 2008 4:34 PM
Salon International 2008
October 18-20
ExCel London
The Salon Seminars offer you an unrivalled chance to learn from the best hairdressers in the business.
Some of the most exciting artistic teams in the world will showcase their creative work in an intimate environment at these hot-ticket shows, sharing their techniques, trend predictions and tips for inspiration.
Here's a taste of what's to come.
Continue reading "Salon International 2008: Salon Seminars" »
Tags: Salon International , Salon Seminars
20 Questions with Carolyn Newman
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Alex
Dated: August 13, 2008 4:41 PM
Dated: August 13, 2008 4:41 PM
Name: Carolyn Newman
Age: 42
Salon: Charles Worthington
Career History: After receiving her hairdressing training in her native Tasmania, Carolyn traveled to the UK in 1989, shortly thereafter joining the Charles Worthington Company as a stylist. Having gained experience working in a wide range of roles, from salon manager to training manager to art team manager, she will be the first to admit that colour is her real passion. Carolyn currently holds the position of colour & art team director for the Charles Worthington as well as educating colour techniques around he world for Charles Worthington and L'Oreal.
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Tags: Carolyn Newman , Charles Worthington , colour technician
What's in Sean Hanna's Man Bag?
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Kate
Dated: August 14, 2008 11:05 AM
Dated: August 14, 2008 11:05 AM
Hairdressing entrepreneur and salon business guru Sean Hanna reveals the contents of his man-bag.
Continue reading "What's in Sean Hanna's Man Bag?" »
Tags: seanhanna
Madonna at 50: A Celebrity Hair Retrospective
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Kate
Dated: August 15, 2008 4:41 PM
Dated: August 15, 2008 4:41 PM
Written by Bindy Senghani
From grunge punk to fetish to Marilyn Monroe inspired 50's glamour; from blonde to black and back to blonde again; when it comes to hair styles Madonna's done it all.
As the queen of pop hits her half a century this week there's no wrinkle or crinkle in sight. But has her crowning glory stood the test of time like her youthful appearance?
Simon Russell-Roberts, seasoned stylist at TONI & GUY Gloucester Road, London, talks us through some of Madonna's many image changes and tells us which look suits the Material Girl best.
Continue reading "Madonna at 50: A Celebrity Hair Retrospective" »
Tags: Madonna
Plaits The Way To Do It On The Celebrity Hair-o-Meter
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Kate
Dated: August 19, 2008 11:56 AM
Dated: August 19, 2008 11:56 AM
Written by Bindy Senghani
Ever noticed that there's a very fine line between head turning hair and hair that turns heads for all the wrong reasons? Take this week's celebrity hair-o-meter; there are plaits that look oh so good and there are plaits that look oh so grim (yes, Fergie, we're talking to you).
But what do you think of our celebrity hair review? Are we right on trend or slow on the uptake and the 'mermaid' and 'furball' are actually the season's must-have looks?? Have your say on the MyHJi forums, plus join the debate about whether great celebrity hair is subjective?
Continue reading "Plaits The Way To Do It On The Celebrity Hair-o-Meter" »
Tags: celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , celebrity style
TONI&GUY Charitable Foundation Hits the Half Million Mark
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Kate
Dated: August 19, 2008 2:58 PM
Dated: August 19, 2008 2:58 PM
Eveyone knows that TONI&GUY goes hand in hand with cutting-edge, high fashion hairdressing; but what's not so well known is that the company's charity arm, the TONI&GUY Charitable Foundation, is hard at work - and play - raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for those in need.
Established in 2003, the Charitable Foundation was the brainchild of TONI&GUY's directors who had a vision for the company to give their support 'to relieve the suffering and improve the quality of life for all those in distress'.
Continue reading "TONI&GUY Charitable Foundation Hits the Half Million Mark" »
Tags: Toni & Guy Charitable Trust , Toni&Guy
Two Trends, One Challenge...Three UK Winners!
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Kate
Dated: August 20, 2008 3:00 PM
Dated: August 20, 2008 3:00 PM
Written by Bindi Senghani
The UK leg of the Trend Zoom Colour Challenge 2008 came to a gripping climax, as the winner of each of the three categories was announced after weeks of suspense.
Goldwell invited their Trend Zoom finalists, plus guests, to the Trend Zoom Winners Party in London to reveal the three UK winners.
Continue reading "Two Trends, One Challenge...Three UK Winners!" »
Tags: Trend Zoom Color Challenge , Trend zoom winners party 2008
My Salon International - Antoinette Beenders
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Alex
Dated: August 19, 2008 3:33 PM
Dated: August 19, 2008 3:33 PM As Aveda's Global Creative Director, Antoinette is the driving visionary force for the images representing the company. Since 2005, she has continuously evolved the brand to become more fashion forward and modern.
Throughout her prolific career, Antoinette has won many of the world's hairdressing awards, including British Hairdresser of the Year.
We caught up with her to talk about Europe's largest fashion-led hairdressing exhibition, Salon International.
Continue reading "My Salon International - Antoinette Beenders" »
Tags: Antoinette Beenders , Aveda , Fellowship Hair , Salon International
Matrix Winners Begin Their Year of Fame
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Kate
Dated: August 20, 2008 2:18 PM
Dated: August 20, 2008 2:18 PM
Matrix Destination.Fame winners Dan Bonar, Gill Berry and Charlotte Brookes have embraced the first instalment of their year of fame.
The trio teamed up with Matrix Artistic Directors Hooker and Young, Errol Douglas MBE and Paul Falltrick to shoot twelve stunning images for the Matrix 2009 calendar.
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Tags: Matrix
MyHJI Snapshot Competition Winner Named
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Kate
Dated: August 18, 2008 5:19 PM
Dated: August 18, 2008 5:19 PM
A big well done to MatejKomar winner of the inaugural HJi Snapshot competition, in conjunction with TIGI.
Running throughout July, the competition encouraged you to upload any work that you were really proud of into the MyHJi Snapshot gallery.
Continue reading "MyHJI Snapshot Competition Winner Named " »
Tags: TIGI
Clubstar for Future Hairdressing Talent
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Kate
Dated: August 19, 2008 10:16 AM
Dated: August 19, 2008 10:16 AM
A new initiative created by the young for the young called Clubstar has been launched by the Fellowship for British Hairdressers and will provide a place where young minds and creative talent can meet, share ideas and develop.
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Aveda Launch Caps Recycling Scheme
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Kate
Dated: August 19, 2008 10:29 AM
Dated: August 19, 2008 10:29 AM
Aveda is doing their bit for the environment by launching the first ever Caps Recycling Program in the US
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Book Your Place at the Alternative Hair Show
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Kate
Dated: August 18, 2008 11:55 AM
Dated: August 18, 2008 11:55 AM
Taking place at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 19th October, the Alternative Hair Show is a visual extravaganza of hairdressing brilliance and creative genius.
Some of the world's most renowned hairdressing artistic teams, including TIGI, Sassoons, Sanrizz and the winner of the Alternative Hair Visionary Award display their hairdressing talents and help to raise money for Leukamia Research.
Continue reading "Book Your Place at the Alternative Hair Show" »
Tags: Alternative Hair Show , Salon International
Who'll be crowned L'Oréal Hair Idol Xtra Winner?
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Kate
Dated: August 21, 2008 12:42 PM
Dated: August 21, 2008 12:42 PM
Step aside Leona; move over Leon; there will be a new idol crowned on Monday September 8 and this one will be a (hair) cut above...
Comprising of double acts of talented technicians and super stylist, six young salon teams - all under the age of 30 - will go head to head in the final of L'Oréal Hair Idol Xtra.
Continue reading "Who'll be crowned L'Oréal Hair Idol Xtra Winner?" »
Tags: Hair Idol , Toni&Guy
20 Questions with Darren Ambrose
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Alex
Dated: August 20, 2008 2:22 PM
Dated: August 20, 2008 2:22 PM Name: Darren Ambrose
Darren's special brand of up to the minute styling expertise combines all that is new and fresh in hairdressing which means his work and hair care advice has been featured regularly in top consumer magazines.
His outstanding vision in the field of Avant-Garde hairdressing culminated when he took the title of Avant Garde Hairdresser of the year at the 2007 British Hairdressing Awards - though he has no intention of stopping there - this year Darren has once again qualified to the final of the BHA Avant Garde catagory.
Continue reading "20 Questions with Darren Ambrose" »
Tags: Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year , Darren Ambrose
Be Inspired at Salon International's Salon Live Shows
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Kate
Dated: August 21, 2008 3:14 PM
Dated: August 21, 2008 3:14 PM
Salon International 2008
October 18-20
ExCel London
The Salon Live shows at Salon International always offer exciting, unrivalled opportunities to see the industry's top talents at work, and this year is no exception.
It's an opportunity for you to learn from inspirational art teams and iconic individuals, who share their skills, inspirations, latest collections and trend predictions onstage in ExCeL's exclusive Platinum Suite.
Continue reading "Be Inspired at Salon International's Salon Live Shows" »
Tags: Salon International , Salon Live
Is Beyonce's Hair Still Bootylicious?
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Kate
Dated: August 26, 2008 10:54 AM
Dated: August 26, 2008 10:54 AM
Glamorous Beyonce's long luscious Hollywood curls have now become a central part of her bootylicious sex appeal.
But with la-la land crazy in love with the bob right now, should Beyonce bid farewell to her locks and leave them behind with her Destiny's Child bandmates?
Cyndia Harvey from afro hair specialists Hype Coiffure thinks that as good as Mrs Jay-Z looks it might be time to lose the length and unveil a younger, fresher image.
Continue reading "Is Beyonce's Hair Still Bootylicious? " »
Tags: Beyonce Knowles , celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , celebrity style
My Salon International - Errol Douglas
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Alex
Dated: August 26, 2008 1:23 PM
Dated: August 26, 2008 1:23 PM Errol Douglas is one of the UK's leading hairdressers. Renowned for his stunning photographic work, Errol has won several of the world's most coveted awards, from the Afro Hairdresser of the Year Award (three times) to the Cosmopolitan Style Award and the AIPP Grand Trophy to the Fellowship for British Hairdressing's Hairdresser of the Year and Gold Star Salon Consumer Hairdresser of the Year Award.
He has been a FAME team member, Fame Team Co-ordinator, and nominated twelve times for British Hairdresser of the Year. Errol was awarded an MBE in 2008 for services to hairdressing - an exciting acknowledgement of his work educating and nurturing new talent within the industry.
His Knightsbridge salon also celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2008. Errol is also an Ambassador for Matrix, and for the Hairdressers Against AIDS organisation.
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Celebrity Hair Extensions Disasters
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Dated: August 27, 2008 2:55 PM
Dated: August 27, 2008 2:55 PM
Love them or loathe them, hair extensions are big business and an accessory that many celebrities demand.
Of course, the best hair extensions you'll never know about, and the worst ones will always end up making headlines.
Here's a selection of celebrities whose extensions are far from perfect.
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Tags: Britney Spears , Caprice , Courtney Love , hair extensions , Nicole Richie , Victoria Beckham
Webster Whiteman Show Their Thanks
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Dated: August 24, 2008 3:41 PM
Dated: August 24, 2008 3:41 PM
Top Mayfair salon Webster Whiteman, dedicated an evening to its loyal clientele to celebrate the launch of Goldwell and KMS California products in the salon.
Special invitations were sent to selected clients as a thank you for their on-going support and were pampered with complimentary blow-dries, and the opportunity to try out KMS products for themselves.
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Staff Pushed to the Limits at the Clipso Congress
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Dated: August 24, 2008 4:02 PM
Dated: August 24, 2008 4:02 PM
Hair products, scissors and combs were left behind in the salon as staff from the Clipso salon group gathered together to compete for the Congress Trophy at the fifth annual Clipso Congress.
Ninety-five Clipso employees were divided into 12 teams and put through a series of challenging, fun and wet events.
The full day really put the teams' physical and mental skills to the test, with activities including a zip-wire across a lake, dragon boat racing, human demolition and concluding with a grand finale raft race.
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Duffy's Style Hits All The Right Notes
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Dated: August 26, 2008 4:23 PM
Dated: August 26, 2008 4:23 PM
Taking us back to the days when Dusty Springfield made blue-eyed soul popular, Duffy has won a wealth of accolades and the number one spot for her debut album.
But will our experts show Mercy for Duffy's hairstyle or is she in need of a spot of de-Dustying?
"Duffy's Dusty Springfield-inspired hair is bang on trend," says Jayson Gray, international technical creative director from TONI & GUY.
"The use of multi-tones, such as sheer beige, warm blonde and disco gold all complement her complexion and enliven her sweetheart features.
"Even with dusky roots on show this look is really up to date, easy to achieve and I wouldn't change a thing."
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Tags: celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , celebrity style , Duffy
Top Tips For Applying Perfect Hair Extensions
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Dated: August 25, 2008 11:33 AM
Dated: August 25, 2008 11:33 AM
Thanks in large to their huge celebrity following, hair extensions have become big business in the salon.
Using real hair extensions and making sure that you get the right colour match are fundamental to achieving a great natural finish, but there are secrets to the perfect application.
These are some of the most important rules to follow when giving your clients extensions.
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The Best in Salon Furniture at the Interiors Zone
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Dated: August 28, 2008 11:59 AM
Dated: August 28, 2008 11:59 AM
Salon International 2008
October 18-20
ExCel London
A host of top names will make the Interiors Zone their home for the three days of Salon International.
Taking a large space for the third year running is Aston & Fincher. The impressive 2,153sq ft stand will form the centre of the zone, offering furniture from three Italian designer ranges - MG Bross, Gamma and GV Design.
This year, all three companies have created new ranges, which will be on view for the first time at Salon International - including the FA Porsche Black range and the Nutopia Backwash Unit.
Visitors will also discover that Aston & Fincher isn't just about furniture - the company also supplies salon design expertise, product lines and education. A team of representatives will be on hand throughout the show to discuss all these services.
Takara Belmont will be showcasing an eclectic collection of products and innovations, from the traditional to the contemporary, designed to inspire visitors to its stand.
On show will be the Apollo 2 barber chair and the ultra-modern Styling Sofa, plus a wide range of furniture offering quality, classic design and durability.
Visitors can also witness demonstrations of Takara Belmont's Yume motorised shampoo system and the new Spa Mist - a processor designed to improve the quality of treatments, colour and perms.
The Style Zone will be promoting its bespoke furniture design service at this year's exhibition. The company will be talking to visitors about the benefits of having key elements of a salon's design tailor-made.
Whether it's a statement reception desk or a custom-made styling unit, a bespoke service enables salon owners to choose colours and materials that will complement the entire interior concept - plus they can be built to make the best use of space.
LSE is the sole UK supplier for Pietranera, the leading Italian salon furniture manufacturer.
At Salon International, the company will be showing its new One Vision Collection. The range includes styling chairs, eye-catching styling units with built-in lighting, and backwash units. Also on show will be an array of vinyl upholstery, including zebra print, snakeskin and metallic finishes.
Special discounts will be available across the entire Pietranera range for orders placed during the exhibition. There will also be a special Salon International promotion on the Komu styling chair.
DIR Group is inviting visitors to its stand to indulge in the ambience of a luxurious salon, offering a wide range of Italian-designed, functional salon furniture at affordable prices.
Stock on display will include backwashes, facial beauty beds, foot spas, barber chairs, nail stations, reception desks and styling chairs.
All items will be marked down by 10% for purchase at the exhibition. All orders placed at the exhibition will also benefit from free standard delivery to the UK mainland.
Making its salon debut in the Interiors Zone will be Lifestyle TV, a digital media channel delivering tailored lifestyle content directly into salons.
Clients can sit back and enjoy Lifestyle TV on state-of-the-art Diamond Crystal Mirrors, with part of the mirror converting to a TV screen.
With such a diverse mix of exhibitors, the Interiors Zone is bound to be one of the most exciting elements of this year's Salon International.
Salon International 2008
- Salon International official website
- Salon International 2008 countdown
- How to get to Salon International
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Hair Styling Products to Bring out the Hero in Every Man
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Dated: August 28, 2008 11:49 AM
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Hair Industry Organisations & Associations
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Dated: August 26, 2008 3:52 PM
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Thinking about training as a hairdresser but unsure of the best place to get info on the best course for you? Working as a freelance hairdresser and need some advice on how to boost business or stay on-trend? Love working in the hairdressing industry and want to find out how you can give back and donate to those in need?
The HJi Hair Industry Organisations and Associates section is the place for you to find all of this information and answers to some of the questions that come up when working in the hairdressing industry.
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Hairdresser Frank Braves The Dragons Den
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Dated: August 29, 2008 1:50 PM
Dated: August 29, 2008 1:50 PM
It takes a confident man to walk into the Dragons' Den and ask the multi-millionaire quintet for £100,000; but then confidence is not something that Manchester hairdresser Frank Bisson is short of.
After all, this is the man who appeared on GMTV to demonstrate his Glass Hair Cutter and decided that the best way to do so was by cutting a volunteer's hair blindfolded.
That confidence was apparent in the Den when he used ventured over his three minute pitch time to cut a model's hair with his invention.
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Red Carpet Glamour With Classic Hair Up Styles
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Dated: August 29, 2008 4:25 PM
Dated: August 29, 2008 4:25 PM
Be it a classic bun or sleek edgy vertical roll, hair up gives an instant touch of glamour.
We asked some experts to give their view of some of the stylish updos that have graced the catwalk and the red carpet this season.
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| Heidi Klum Classic Updo |
Paul Smith Catwalk style |
Cat Deely Modern Updo |
Simon Bryer
International styling director, Michael Van Clarke, London
The autumn/winter 2008 catwalks saw the return of Hollywood glamour, with elegant, sleek hair updos complementing the chic, sophisticated clothes and mirror-shine fabrics.
Celebrities such as Heidi Klum and Cat Deeley have embraced the trend, with large sculptured buns and sleek curls adding the finishing touch to red carpet looks.
Updos are always popular as they can be adapted to suit any face shape. Round faces will benefit from a fringe or looser tendrils, whereas oval shapes are able to wear almost any style.
To create a glamorous hair up creation that will stay in place all night long, I prepare the hair with a versatile lotion with firm control, and add products for a high-gloss finish.
Jamie Stevens
Art director, Errol Douglas, London
Hair up can dramatically change a woman's look and emphasise her best features, elongating the neck and slimming down her face.
Here, Heidi is sporting a classic, Audrey Hepburn style. It's very simple and very beautiful.
Cat has gone for a far more modern approach, combining an Alice band laced over the crown with her hair loosely coming away for a chic but slightly mussed-up effect.
The Paul Smith model is a great example of a multi-textured updo - sleek and pinned in at the sides with a front section back-brushed for texture and volume and swept over the top like a giant quiff, finished into a roll at the back of the head.
Jan Przemyk
International artistic director, Toni & Guy
The perfect hair up is all about personalising it to the individual's face shape, hair texture, what they will be wearing and where they are going.
The Paul Smith updo here is a modern interpretation on the vertical roll and is a typical fashion show solution, as it is firm and won't fall out as easily in between outfit changes.
Cat's look is heavily influenced by the 60s, updated with a modern summer vibe, and Heidi's style would suit both oval and heart face shapes, with medium-to-thick hair types. For finer hair, padding could also be used to add volume.
Tags: Cat Deeley , celebrity hair , celebrity hairstyles , hair up , Heidi Klum , up-dos
Mastering the Art of Traditional Hairdressing Techniques
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Dated: August 29, 2008 4:43 PM
Dated: August 29, 2008 4:43 PM
Many women who choose a smooth style for the office are looking for something a little bit different for a night out or a special occasion.
A look at the catwalk shows and the red carpet reveals celebrities are opting for something more classic and technical - and what celebrities want today, the girl on the street will want tomorrow.
It's all very well being known for your beautiful blow-dries, but to stay one step ahead of the rest - and enhance your career - you need to be adept at a variety of techniques.
And unless today's hairdressers learn the more traditional techniques of pin curling, barrel curling or Marcel waves, these techniques are in danger of disappearing.
We asked a selection of hairdressers how important it is that hairdressers learn these techniques.
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Tags: Antoinette Beenders , barrel curls , Claudio Contrasti , Eugene Souleiman , hairdressing techniques , Lisa Shepherd , Malcolm Edwards , marcel waves , Mark Leeson , Patrick Cameron , pin curls , Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck