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Celebrity Hair Extensions Disasters
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Kate
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
Top Tips For Applying Perfect Hair Extensions
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Kate
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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Tags: extensions , hair extensions
Lisa Shepherd Explains How to Get Highlights Right
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Kate
Dated: July 28, 2008 2:43 PM
Highlights: they're never out of fashion and continue to be one of the most popular in-salon services; but still some technicians get it wrong.
International colour ambassador for Clynol and Schwarzkopf Professional Lisa Shepherd gives her troubleshooting tips for offering the best possible highlighting service.
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Tags: colour technician , colouring techniques , highlights , Lisa Shepherd
Protecting Hair from Summer Sun Damage
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Kate
Dated: July 7, 2008 3:30 PM
Everyone has suffered from sunburn at some point and most have a horror story or two to tell about burnt shoulders, noses or backs. But while we are obsessed with protecting the skin from further damage, hair is often forgotten.
Magazines scream of glossy, healthy-looking hair, but once the summer arrives the reality is dryness, colour fade and brittle locks.
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Tags: sun damage
Creating Volume, Movement and Head-Turning Curls
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Kate
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 Snowden , Zoe Irwin
Top Tips For Colouring Grey Hair
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Kate
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
Taking Care of Ageing Hair
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Kate
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
Curls are a Key Look for 08 - Beverly C
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Kate
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
Bridal Hair Packages and Trends
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Kate
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
Creating Retro Afro Hair
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Kate
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
Creating The Pob For Afro Hair
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Kate
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 the Perfect Ponytail
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Kate
Dated: March 26, 2008 3:52 PM
Ponytails are big news this season, here are some key pieces of advice for achieving the perfect ponytails for your clients.
"This look is in high demand due to its sexy, simple style. Use a styling product that adds a textured and kinky feel to the ponytail and think big. Its versatility means that it can be worn on most occasions, whether you are looking for that soft feminine look or a sassy catwalk feel. Blow-dry hair with as much added volume as you can inject, scoop hair back into a ponytail and backcomb where it needs a little extra oomph. The real beauty of it is that it’s supposed to be a casual finish, so don’t worry about all those bits that won’t lie flat."
Barrie Stephen, Leicester
"A ponytail can instantly look chic and elegant. They are just one of those classic styles that will be around forever. This type of ponytail is a bit more complex. It is achieved by separating the hair into two original tails and securing the underneath one with a bungee or covered band. Then the ponytail on top is pulled halfway through and fanned out to create the bow effect. It is an interesting and quirky take on an original style. It’s fun and could be worn with accessories to a black-tie event."
HJ’s 2007 Scottish Hairdresser of the Year Tracey Devine, Angels, Aberdeen
"Ponytails are one of the simplest styles to create and the look can take you anywhere from the tight, low and super-glam, as seen on Mischa Barton, to the soft, curled, worn on one side look seen on Nicole Kidman recently. They work well with full fringes, side, centre or no partings, straight or curly hair. The ponytail even works on short hair for a cool kid look, held in place with decorative pins and slides. Whatever the style of ponytail, the band should always be hidden. Wrap a small section of the loose hair around the base of the ponytail and secure it with a hairpin."
Tim Lawton, TPL Hairdressing, Nantwich, Cheshire
Tags: hair , hairstyle , hairstyle trends , ponytail
Schwarzkopf Essential Looks: From the Catwalk to the Salon
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Kate
Dated: March 10, 2008 12:38 PM
When you see a beautiful hair collection in HJ it is easy to admire the beauty of the hair; but behind each collection there is a long creative process of inspiration, imagination and exploration.
While trend agencies, moods, film and music can have a big influence on what inspires these processes, Schwarzkopf Professional's inspiration for their Essential Looks comes directly from the fashion week catwalks.
"We take the inspiration direct from the international catwalk shows," says Steve Hogan Creative Director. "After the final show finishes in Paris we're ready to shoot the latest collection.
"One of the exciting things after you've done all the planning and written the ideas on paper is seeing the session stylists put it all together and give it their personal slant."
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Tags: hair fashion , hair fashion spring/summer 08 , hairstyle trends , Schwarzkopf Professional
The Return of the Perm?
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Kate
Dated: March 5, 2008 4:17 PM
As 80s nostalgia rears its ugly head - neon leg-warmers anyone? - Superdrug have revealed that the perm is making a comeback.
The highstreet store has found sales of home perm kits are up 50 per cent on the same period in 2007 - and in the last week alone they sold more of the kits than they did in all of February 2006.
Even Girls Aloud party girl Sarah Harding, who's fast gaining a reputation for her über chic locks, has been spotted with a head of curls in recent days.
But is the curl resurgence just a DIY thing or is it something occuring in your salons too and how do you feel about a return of the perm?
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Tags: curls , curly hair , hairstyle trends , perms
Fashion Week Trend Predictions
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Emma T
Dated: February 29, 2008 12:05 PM
The Fashion Week season is drawing to a close, with the oh-so-glamorous final shows taking place in Paris this week. As ever, the London catwalks claimed plaudits from front-row fashionistas as the coolest of the lot, with runway-ready hair the ultimate autumn/winter ’08 accessory.
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Tags: Essensuals , fashion , London Fashion Week , Toni & Guy
Creating Head-Turning Textured Hair
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Kate
Dated: February 27, 2008 12:35 PM
When it comes to hair, 'texture' is one of the key words this spring and adding a touch of texture to your clients’ tresses can transform the look and feel of their hair, adding volume, bounce or an edgy structure.
Draw inspiration from these stunning textured styles on very different hair types:
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Tags: hair fashion , hairstyle trends , texture
Must-Have Looks For Spring/Summer Hair
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Kate
Dated: February 25, 2008 4:29 PM
It's that time of year when your clients will be will be clamouring for the latest spring/summer trends to spruce up their look.
And forget subtle transitions; there's a dramatic change in hairstyles and colours on the cards.
Moving on from the sleek, polished bob and super-straight locks of winter trends, this season is set to see a return to laid-back long hair that’s full of movement, hippie-chick centre partings and über-blonde shades.
Here's our guide to some of the most gorgeous, wearable trends you’ll need to master in the salon this season…
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Tags: hair fashion , hair trends , hairstyles
Hair Trends For Autumn 08: London Fashion Week
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Kate
Dated: February 24, 2008 5:16 PM
February's London Fashion Week saw Toni & Guy creating the hair trends for no less than 16 catwalk shows, including Giles Deacon and Central St Martins graduate Avsh Alom Gur.
Creating looks from the glamorous finger waves of the 20s to 90s-style rock star hair they're perfectly-equipped to give backstage insight into the looks that you'll be re-creating in your salons this autumn and winter.
Here's they're day-by-day guide to the fabulous hair they demonstrated on London's catwalks.
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Tags: London Fashion Week , Toni&Guy
Is curly hair a dying breed?
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Ruth
Dated: February 20, 2008 1:13 PM
I took my son to karate last night and in a room full of people, we were the only ones with curly hair. No other parent had curls and neither did any of the 30 boys and girls. With his arms and legs thrashing around, the curls on his head bobbed around, but I was surprised no other child had even a kink in their hair.I Flounders calls it the devils curly hair in the Simpson's movie, but is it really? Is naturally curly hair a dying breed ? Ruth@HJi x
Hairstyle Trends for 2008 - Predictions
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Kate
Dated: January 10, 2008 2:01 PM
Hairdressing never stands still - and 2008 will be no exception. But what key trends will we be seeing on the catwalk? Here's what the experts think...
"The big story for 2008 will be short hair for women. The trend will have a retro 1920s feel with hair cropped short with an androgynous edge; not masculine but rather highly glamorous. Bobs will be shattered and more dressed next year. In fact, all hair will have a really dressed feel as we see the return of blow-drying, finger waves and heated rollers. Men’s hair will also have a retro feel, with a return of the ‘college boy’ look. Cuts will be very precise and groomed, but still retain texture. Shine, texture, glamour and precision are going to be the buzzwords."
Beverly C
“I think 2008 will be all about volume and condition, and hair will have gorgeous texture and shine. Big volume and glamour will be big news so texturising products will be too, enabling people to build volume and that backcombed look without the damaging side effects.”
Steven Goldsworthy, Goldsworthy’s, Swindon
"In 2008, the focus will be on texture. The trend will move away from straight styles and move towards volume and curls. Styles will be matte with volume on top with a resurgence of 80s style."
Antoinette Beenders, global creative director, Aveda
"Hair is rougher, with a matte finish. We’re using products to take down shine and give hair a second