The latest AW17 campaign by Balmain Paris Hair Couture has been revealed, based on the celebration of diversity throughout the world, portraying a relevant global discussion where a closer look is given to beauty and what it encapsulates. “For the first time we are presenting a short hairstyle for women who are not afraid of Read More
As we head into holiday season your clients are going to be tying their hair back into a multitude of ponytails – here’s one by Steve Rowbottom from Westrow, for DAFNI. Follow these simple steps to add texture and beauty to this popular style. Get the look 1 Cleanse and condition using a volumising Read More
Watching interpretive dance and the way the hair and body reacted to movement was the inspiration for this collection by Nicola Cunningham at Andrew Collinge, Liverpool. However, the images are more than just a hair shot – it is also a moment caught in time, with real lives with real looks that are more of a Read More
Jennifer Linton, 27, is co-founder of the multi-award-winning Linton & Mac salon in Aberdeen. Here she talks about her career journey so far and her plans for the future. “I started as a Saturday girl when I was 14. At 19 I moved to Aberdeen as a fully qualified stylist and ran my own column Read More
The National Hairdressers’ Federation’s Britain’s Best competition is back for its sixth year. on Sunday 19 November, the NHF will once again be hosting the renowned national floor competition, with categories for hairdressers, barbers and beauty therapists. Each category is open to NHF members and non-members. For the first time, the competition will be held Read More
We caught up with Ky Wilson, founder of The Social, which took home the Men’s Image Award at the 2017 L’Oréal Colour Trophy. Tell us about your winning look I collaborated with my good friend Frank Lillywhite, who I’ve worked with for many years on various projects including festivals and ongoing education. He also uses Read More
A frightening health issue has been a life and business changing experience for Lisa Shepherd Lisa is one of the country’s best-loved hairdressers, acclaimed for her colour know-how, savvy business skills and an ability to make women feel fantastic about themselves. However, Lisa’s career was almost cut short, when a terrifying incident left her physically Read More
After a day of judging with some of the most respected hairdressers in the industry, the finalists for HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, are revealed. The finalists in nine regional and six specialist categories will now go on to the second round judging, which will see their collection of eight images judged Read More
While fades will never disappear (no pun intended), there is a growing trend in men’s hair towards softer hairlines and more texture and length. Michael Francos, an award-winning stylist at D&J Ambrose in Pinner, Greater London has certainly noticed extra demand for texture amongst his male clients. Says Michael: “There’s been a big surge towards Read More