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Celebrating success in trichology, news and FAQs

The Certificate in Trichology for Hairdressers offers a comprehensive educational experience. With the last of the Certificate in trichology lectures now finished for this group, it’s time to move on to the practical and clinical trichology sessions where we get into trichological conditions.Top Row: Caroline Reeve, barkerjonesbarker-jones.9?fref=mentions” data-hovercard=”/ajax/hovercard/user.php?id=100013744158741&extragetparams=%7B%22fref%22%3A%22mentions%22%7D” data-hovercard-prefer-more-content-show=”1″>Keith Barker-Jones; Dawn FrancisFront Row: Natalie Denham; […]

Skin-test campaigner is ‘embarrassed by our industry’

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 […]

Freelancers gain a new organisation to represent their interests

The old Freelance Hair and Beauty Association (FHBA) went into liquidation last year, paving the way for the Freelance Hairdressers’ Association launch. This left freelance professionals without a voice in the wider industry. Now the new Freelance Hairdressers’ Association (FHA) has been launched to fill the gap. The objectives of the FHA will be to […]

Cinderella freelancers can find it tough working on their own

Being a freelancer means being your own boss, but it can also be tough out there on your own. This is particularly true for freelance hairdressers in the UK who face unique challenges in their profession. Freelancers are the Cinderellas of the profession. They may be able to choose how, when and where they work. […]

Allergy just keeps breaking out

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 […]

What happens when your client develops a reaction to hair colour?

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. […]