It’s a long way from putting patients to sleep to caring for their hair. The intriguing journey that takes someone from the field of medicine into the world of hairdressing is one that a creative salon owner has taken. For 20 years Roger Tackley was a consultant anaesthetist at Torbay Hospital. It certainly meant he […]
Here are our secrets for succeeding in business, especially if you’re focused on running a successful salon. FOLLOW your dream – if it’s what you really want, you WILL succeed in running a successful salon. KEEP focused on what you enjoy – making people feel and look good is crucial for running such a business. […]
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 […]
Hilary Hall is the Chief Executive of the National Hairdressers’ Federation (NHF), the largest employer-led organisation representing hairdressing, barbering and beauty salon owners in the industry. Hilary Hall’s role at the National Hairdressers’ Federation is pivotal. Her own hair is short, wavy and neatly coiffed. Soon after taking over at the NHF she went on […]
Read what hair professionals say after attending one of our TrichoCare Events. Trichology Event Feedback from Hair Professionals gives insights and experiences that could be crucial for your own journey. The feedback from hair professionals highlights how our events make a difference. A few thankyous The Trichology Conference 2019 sponsored by the ART (Association of […]
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 […]
Hair and beauty is big business. The quarter of a million hair professionals in the UK who work in our industry help to contribute around £5 billion to the economy. And there are many other big numbers when we look internationally, especially among the big product manufacturers. Recently, significant industry news included P&G selling Wella. […]
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 […]
Louise Hunter runs Rubies on the outskirts of Huddersfield in Yorkshire. She’s ambitious to grow her business and she’s a firm believer in using social media for salon business to promote the salon and the services she offers. Louise finds Facebook the most useful social tool: “It’s great for telling clients what we’re doing, and […]
