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INDUSTRY NEWS
Our monthly summary to keep you updated

HJ DIGITAL
Discover the top content from our website and socials

HJ INSIDER
A summary of business stats from the past month

HJ DEBATE
Two stylists weigh up going cashless in their salons

HJ VOICENOTES
Simon Townley talks making social media a more genuine space

NEW YEAR, STRONGER HAIR
Give the gift of healthy hair from the #1 Prestige Hair Brand in the UK*

RELOCATION, RELOCATION, RELOCATION,
Hairdressers who moved to the UK for their careers share their experiences

CREATIVITY VS BUSINESS
D&J Ambrose say why choose?

COLOUR NOTES
Casey Coleman chats perfecting the basics and embracing creativity

THE PERFECT SALON EXPERIENCE
This new venture is a fresh take on the traditional cotswold aesthetic

4O GLORIOUS YEARS
Mitch Lucas, Sales Director at Kao Salon Division UKI is celebrating forty years with Goldwell – here his colleagues and friends share their love

GET THE PARTY STARTED
Industry experts explain how the party season can boost business

TOP UP
We share the finest launches you should add to your kitbag

#Salon23 THE ANNUAL
A closer look into what happened at Salon International 2023

SALON MASTERCLASSES
Allowing visitors an up close and personal look at some of the industry’s biggest stars

BUSINESS BOOM
Business live, sponsored by the national hair & beauty federation (nhbf) featured 13 sessions full of industry icons discussing the topics that matter most to you. Here’s just a peek at what went on…

TAPESTRY
The return of the alternative hair show to salon international was an event not to be missed

SALON STARS
Salon international was a chance to showcase the next generation of industry talent, who took to the stands, stages and competition area to compete

GOING TO GREAT LENGTHS
HJ’s extensions specialist competition, sponsored by great lengths returned for its second year, let’s take a look at the action

STAND & DELIVER
Team HJ hit the show floor to discover the brands, products and new launches that delighted visitors this year

WE HAVE LIFT OFF
NXT bleaches are formulated to meet your clients demands at an affordable price

BEAUTY BEHOLD
Embracing individuality and a models’ unique style

EXPRESSIVE BLENDS
Bold, beautiful and tantalisingly tactile

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS
Award-winning stylist Jack Mead talks to Vagaro about his journey to success and the experiences he gained through international travel

A LA MODE
It’s soft but statement, regal yet street

THE SALON OWNER’S SURVIVAL GUIDE
Here’s how Beu salon software can save your business, superhero-style

DEBUT
Pristine cuts and effortless styling complement one another

WONDER
Exquisite colour and bold placement are put on a pedestal

[INSTINCT]
The warm glow of a sunset illuminates amber tones and brings shadows to the fore

STEP BY STEP
Enhancing natural texture

MAKING A HAUS A HOME
Haug London Haus aims to create an intimate, warm and homely atmosphere

ADVENTURES OF A COMMITTED CREATIVE
Jordanna Cobella talks originality and self-development

TRENDING
Browse the industry’s latest launches

LIFE THROUGH A LENS
Mark Hayes talks through his striking shots