In honour of Earth Month, ROAR Hair & Beauty Salons are proud to announce their ongoing commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices. As a salon that prioritises creating the best experience for their clients while minimising their impact on the planet, ROAR has implemented a comprehensive sustainability strategy that sets them apart from other salons in the industry. “At ROAR, we are passionate about creating the best experience possible, with the least impact on our planet,” says Brian Leo McCallum, Owner of ROAR Hair & Beauty Salons. “We go above and beyond what many othe ..read more

As the No. 1 Salon Colour Brand in the World¹, Wella Professionals are experts in developing and delivering hair colour trends, and this spring/summer they’ve taken this to a whole new level, by teaming up with the Pantone Color Institute, a globally recognised leading source of colour expertise that forecasts global colour trends. Introducing Wella Professionals Colour Crush collection.  Wella Professionals icons James Earnshaw and Jordanna Cobella have collaborated for the first time and joined forces with Pantone Color Institute to develop The Colour Crush Collection – which is set to ..read more

O&M TOUR April 29th – Masterclass – Whitworth Street Creative, Manchester – 10-4pm – £95 per ticket – SOLD OUT  June 17th – Introduction to O&M – Malmaison, Belfast – Two sessions: 9-1pm & 2-6pm, £25 per ticket  Aimed at those who are new to O&M or looking at stocking the brand, this event offers time to meet the team, educators, artists and industry friends to explore O&M’s CLEAN & KIND community. Hear how O&M became the world leader of low chemical colour & haircare with this presentation, theory, colour demo, styling, guest artists & business ev ..read more

The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) is thrilled to announce the successful candidates of the 2024 Board Member Elections. Following voting last month, NHBF is delighted to introduce the newest additions to its board, who will officially start from the Annual General Meeting scheduled for July 2024.   NHBF chief executive officer, Caroline Larissey expressed her delight in welcoming the new board members, stating, “I am delighted to welcome NHBF’s newest board members. Each brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will undoubtedly strengthen NHBF’s mission of promoting ..read more

 Having a high-quality, ergonomically designed pair of scissors is the first step to avoiding the aches and pains and more serious injuries that can affect hard-working hairdressers. But even when you have the perfect cutting tools, there are still measures you can take to limit pressure on your hands and wrists, according to scissors expert Kasho Scissors. “Scissors are the tool we work with every day, and while they are ergonomically designed to limit wrist and shoulder aggravations, there’s also things hairdressers should be doing to make sure they are cutting injury free,” director Be ..read more

The Fellowship for British Hairdressing is thrilled to announce that applications for the prestigious 2025 F.A.M.E. Team are now open. This life-changing opportunity invites passionate hairdressers to embark on a year-long journey of growth, creativity, and mentorship alongside some of the industry’s greatest talents. The F.A.M.E. Team, an acronym for Fellowship Academy of Merit and Excellence, is an annual initiative that selects a group of exceptional hairdressers to participate in a wide range of exciting projects and events. From photographic shoots and fashion shows to masterclasses and i ..read more

In a world where beauty standards are constantly evolving, individuals are seeking innovative solutions to enhance their natural beauty. Introducing Bipolar RF Microneedling, the latest breakthrough in aesthetic technology that promises to redefine skincare regimes and restore youthful radiance. RF Microneedling combines the power of radiofrequency energy with the precision of microneedling to address a myriad of skin concerns, including fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin texture. This cutting-edge treatment stimulates collagen production and promotes skin tightening, resulting ..read more

Gun Ana, the pioneering Suncare brand originating from Stockholm, Sweden, announces its official launch in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2020 by Sigrid Osvald and Kajsa Regnér, Gun Ana’s inception was rooted in a shared passion for skincare and a mission to redefine the perception and usage of sunscreen. Derived from their personal experiences during a skiing season in the French Alps, where they recognized the significance of year-round sun protection, Kajsa and Sigrid embarked on a journey to develop premium SPF products that merge efficacy with indulgence. After extensive research and col ..read more

WELOVE, the education creative developed by award-winning stylist and educator, Rae Palmer, has announced a ground-breaking collaboration with HABIA, the Hair & Barber Council and VTCT Group to launch the inaugural British HairPro Awards.  The prestigious awards, which aim to recognise and celebrate excellence, innovation, and professionalism within the hair industry while also promoting industry standards and continuous learning, will feature a wide range of categories that cover various aspects of the profession, including stylists, colourists and educators. The awards are open to h ..read more

salonspy, the hair industry’s trailblazing, verified review platform, has launched an automated and personalised response function named reply.with.ai which is set to turbo-boost customer satisfaction and transform the salon experience. According to Qualtrics, 96% of consumers read a review before purchasing – with 86% of those consumers specifically seeking out reviews with responses. The reason? salonspy founder Adam Thomas explains that when researching a purchase or service.  Adam says: “The majority of consumers are more focused on and invested in how issues are handled by a company ..read more