It’s a long way from putting patients to sleep to caring for their hair. But that’s the journey one creative salon owner has taken. For 20 years Roger Tackley was a consultant anaesthetist at Torbay Hospital. It certainly meant he spent many hours sitting at the ‘head-end’ of his patients. But then he was more […]
Hair loss and thinning hair are emotionally charged issues for women. And they’re common problems. A recent L’Oréal Professional survey showed that a third of women have experienced hair loss – many before they turn 30. And hair professionals know that the problem can affect anyone, whoever they are. Some clients might be a little […]
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 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 sharing ideas about […]
Can you take your protective gloves off without getting harmful colour on your hands? You might think it’s easy but a research study from Denmark shows just the opposite*. We all know that hairdresses are exposed to a variety of hazards in the course of their work. And hair professionals are among the highest sufferers […]
