The passion behind Natalie’s drive to earn a certificate in trichology comes from a deeply personal place. Natalie worked as a salon stylist until her career was cut short by the onset of PTSD. The strain caused her to suffer significant hair loss, which only added to her stress and anxiety. She had no idea […]
TrichoCare Education in partnership with the Association of Registered Trichologists ask world renowned Toxicologist and expert on hair dye safety, Dr David Basketter, whether published scientific literature supports the role of a PPD skin test when colourants is based on other dyes. The answer is an emphatic “yes”. In this special scientific article, Dr Basketter explains […]
In response to various queries about Wella ME+ hair dye allergy, here’s a republication of an article we (along with TrichoCare Education) produced back in 2013. It’s been 20 years in development, but now Proctor & Gamble (P&G) have announced they’ve developed a new molecule. It offers permanent colour performance with a reduced risk of inducing […]
Nicola Colehan runs the Excel Hair Studio in Lidget Green, Bradford. She’s passionate about the health of her clients, always emphasising the importance of hair colour allergy skin testing. Additionally, she is raising standards in the industry. Hair colour allergy skin testing is crucial for preventing adverse reactions and ensuring safety. Over the last few […]
Christine Watts runs a luxury hair spa and hair loss clinic in the picturesque village of Biddenden in Kent. Her commitment to quality ensures she has an international clientele. This hair loss clinic in Kent has become a trusted location for many seeking treatment. The High Street in Biddenden has timber beamed cottages, a village […]
We’ve seen a rash of stories about hair dye allergy reactions recently. So hair and beauty professionals beware! If you use colour or tint – and nearly everyone does – make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions on testing for allergy first. And pass this important message on to your clients too. Actress Pauley Perrette […]
It can be a salon’s worst case scenario. You’ve coloured a client’s hair and they’ve come back to you showing a reaction on their scalp or face. In cases of a hair dye allergic reaction, if you’re alert and sufficiently knowledgeable, you can identify that the reaction is allergic. It’s not just a temporary irritation. […]
Four thousand years ago, the ancient Egyptians developed a home test for pregnancy. This was an early form of self-testing for health. The woman’s urine was sprinkled onto bags of wheat and barley seeds. If the barley grew, the woman would have a boy. If the wheat grew, it would be a girl. However, If […]
Toxicologist David Basketter says that the rise in cosmetic allergies is unprecedented. Particularly, the rise in allergic reactions to a chemical widely used in hair and beauty products. This rise in cosmetic allergies has sparked significant concern within the industry and among consumers alike. David Basketter is an authority on the identification and assessment of […]
The BBC’s ‘Fake Britain’ reporter Matt Allwright has been investigating two aspects of the ongoing story of the illegal and dangerous use of ‘black henna’ products. He particularly focused on the presence of PPD in black henna tattoos. How did it happen? The first involved the Loxham family who were on holiday in Spain. Walking […]
