New products, new research and new legislation, such as the EC Cosmetics Regulation affecting eyelash tinting, all mean new headaches for professionals. They are trying to run their businesses and offer creative services to clients. The EC Cosmetics Regulation eyelash tinting provisions have brought about significant changes. Two recent stories reinforce the challenges for the […]
Jon Hall has been in the business for 35 years. He thinks the issue of sensitivity testing in hair salons is still a grey area. Jon Hall runs The Cutting Studio in High Wycombe. The salon is in its 23rd year and Jon has been in the business for 36 years. 8 years ago a […]
For those dealing with thinning hair, finding flattering hairstyles can make a big difference. Style magazines are full of ideas for hairstyles for thinning hair that can inspire anyone looking for a change. Hair loss and thinning hair are emotionally charged issues for women. And they’re common problems. A recent L’Oréal Professional survey showed that […]
TrichoCare Education’s Starter Events that shine a spotlight on trichology are going from strength to strength. Not only do they focus on information and insight on conditions of the hair and scalp, including skin irritations and allergies in hairdressing. They also advise clients on their hair issues. Moreover, they’re great forums for sharing stories and […]
“I initially found a product on an internet search and it was advertised as PPD free. When dealing with a PPD free hair dye allergy, I understood that people who have a prior allergy to PPD must also be aware. They may react to other ingredients. I carried out the test on my arm with […]
We’d all like to see safety as the number one ingredient in hair and beauty products. The demand for safer cosmetics continues to grow. We’d also like consumers to be more aware of what goes into the products they use, and how to use them sensibly and safely. Emphasising the importance of safer cosmetics can lead […]
The latest review of haircare sales just published shows a remarkable decline in the number of new hair care products for men. In the men’s haircare market, however, sales are up! New product launches last year were down by nearly a half on 2013. However, the men’s haircare market is continuing to grow. This underscores […]
Can you take your protective gloves off without getting harmful colour on your hands? Proper glove use in hairdressing is essential for keeping your skin safe from chemicals. You might think it’s easy but a research study from Denmark shows just the opposite*. When to wear gloves We all know that hairdressers are exposed to […]
Lorraine Townsend is a freelancer in the Cirencester area of western England. She’s a committed user of nitrile gloves, which are particularly beneficial as nitrile gloves for hairdressers protect her hands when using tint. “I wish we’d had them in the salons I started out in. In those days, we only had those latex ones, which I […]
Hair colour and cosmetics companies spend millions developing their products. One of the main reasons these products are so expensive to bring to market is the need to ensure that they’re safe to use. This brings up the question, is hair dye safe for professionals? These products have to pass all sorts of tests required […]
