Many people spend years trying to tame, or come to terms with their curly hair.  Curls types can be many and varied, as hair is. Learning to understand what type of hair and curl you have is a great place to start. This informs the product choice, largely because the way you treat, or work with your curls are similar to any curl type; Shampoo your curls once a week or less – Curls form beautifully when natural oils start to come in. Or you’ve been in the sea. Always use conditioner, and make sure it is distributed well. Use your fingers, or a wide tooth comb or Denman D4 or D5 Leave in f ..read more

Good question. Resorcinol is the green-based pigment present in hair colours. Green is there to counteract red tones, if you recall your art classes in school. The darker the hair the more red pigment, therefore the more resorcinol used. Darker colours particularly colours that come in a box from the supermarket, contain some of the highest amounts. You may have also seen it as a prominent ingredient in acne, other skin conditions, care. And as is the norm, it’s found in food production, photography, tanning, tyre manufacture, and as an aid to remove calloused skin. It is a known carcinogen! H ..read more

‘Paraben free’, you’ve likely become familiar seeing this term used by companies marketing to consumers looking for less chemicals in their environment and life in general. Why use them? Parabens are a synthetic preservative, used in products with high water content, to lengthen the shelf life. Preventing the production of mould, bacteria and yeast. They can also be found in food production too. However, we are far more familiar seeing them in personal care items, such as makeup and haircare. What’s the harm? Some individuals, with the amount of toxins we are regularly exposed to, become sensi ..read more

Hair has always been a significant aspect of a woman’s appearance and identity. Serving as a powerful tool for self-expression, empowerment, and embracing individuality. Over the years,  women have used their hair as a canvas to reflect their personalities and feelings. One such iconic figure is Sinéad O’Connor, whose hair became an emblem of boldness, liberation, and authenticity. Hair as an Expression of Your Identity Women’s hair has long been a symbol of identity and self-expression. For many, it is a crucial element of their overall image, often molding the way they are perceived by ..read more

Taming the Tresses: Problem-Solving Challenges with Thick Hair Introduction: As a seasoned hairdresser, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse hair types, but one that stands out as both a blessing and a curse is thick hair. While thick hair possesses enviable volume and lusciousness, it comes with its own set of difficulties.  In this article, I aim to shed light on the common challenges that come with thick hair and offer practical problem-solving tips to all clients who may be struggling with theirs. Time-consuming Styling: Thick hair tends to require more time and effort whe ..read more

Most clients with fine hair are usually very adept at making the most of their hair.  Why would that be do you think? When you consider what hair means to most women, the term, ‘crowning glory’ comes to mind, and women with finer hair will always be more aware of  how their hair looks, as for most women, it relates to how we feel, too. Hair is a constant … the aspect of yourself, like skin, you have to accept, the alternative being to pay for one or more of a multitude of methods created to change or enhance what we dislike, or are unhappy with. Colour Extensions Straightening Perma ..read more

The causes of dandruff and itchy scalp.  Your scalp may be itchy for a variety of reasons. Let’s look at two main reasons for experiencing itchiness and flaking on the scalp. Psoriasis is a scalp condition occurring when the skin cells on the body, including the scalp,  grow and replace too quickly. The body doesn’t shed this overgrowth of skin cells quickly enough, and the cells increase in thickness, becoming visible, itchy and flaking. This malfunction, if you like, can be connected to a compromised immune system. Any Treatment needs to be holistic. Look at your overall health and ..read more

Its official. The recent lockdown last year, is the longest we have experienced, no matter where you are in the country, you will likely have experienced challenges with your hair. Frustration around not being able to access a regular salon for cuts, colours & styling, had to be one of the top frustrations. DIY Your Hair Coach services and workshops are there for anyone who wants to look at what they can do themselves at home.  Organic Colour Systems, (OCS) The parent company Herb UK, manufactures Tints of Nature, an off the shelf option colouring option. These are available in many s ..read more

PPD or as its not commonly known, paraphenylenediamine. It’s an oxidative substance, used in hair colouring. When combined with hydrogen peroxide, and most commonly ammonia, together creates a chemical reaction allowing the hair colour molecules to penetrate the cuticle, or outside layer of the hair, change the molecules within the hair cortex, and remain there. The amounts needed to successfully permanently colour hair, and in particular grey or white hair varies, with higher levels found in darker colours. Concerns with PPD in Hair Colour As with many toxins* our bodies often react when appl ..read more