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Jo Hansford MBE Given Royal Warrant

Jo Hansford MBE has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment in recognition of services supplied to the Royal Household. The Royal Warrant is one of only seven made by Her Majesty The Queen and is the first to be awarded to Jo and her hair salons. Jo runs the largest female-owned independent salon group in London. Her Majesty The Queen had been one of Jo’s loyal clients for more than 30 years, since she opened her Mayfair salon.

CLOUD NINE Appoint Stephanie Mason to Support Growth in Australia and New Zealand

CLOUD NINE has appointed Stephanie Mason in an advisory role, supporting growth plans in Australia and New Zealand. In 2024, CLOUD NINE reported substantial year-on-year growth, globally, and Stephanie joins the group at a pivotal time. Her contribution and industry experience will ensure that the brand goes from strength to strength in Australia and New Zealand. “I honestly feel like fate brought us together again,” said Stephanie. “When I work with brands, I always prioritise their ethos, their team, and their core values. CLOUD NINE’s commitment to hair health aligns perfectly with my beliefs, and I’m excited to support its next chapter. Bring on 2025!”

ENTRY CHANGE TO HJ’S BRITISH HAIRDRESSING AWARDS 2025!

Entries for HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards 2025, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, are now open. For 2025, we are extending the time in which images can have been photographed from one year to two in recognition of the economic uncertainty the industry is facing. Photos can have been shot from 1 July 2023 - 27 June 2025. If you have images that have not been entered into the British Hairdressing Awards before (you can have used them in social/marketing/print) then why not find your category and enter? Head to www.hji.co.uk to enter. Be sure to get your entries submitted before the closing date of Friday 27 June 2025.

83.7% OF CLIENTS HIGHLIGHTED THE IMPORTANCE OF A FRIENDLY AND PERSONALISED SERVICE, ACCORDING TO A SURVEY OF OVER 400 CLIENTS CONDUCTED BY DOT HAIR IN LIVERPOOL

Leading Hair Charity The Lions Barber Collective Returns

The Lions Barber Collective, an organisation dedicated to providing safe spaces within barbershops, salons and beyond, is back after being forced to close its doors in 2024 due to financial difficulties. They have now partnered with HereToTalk training, a programme that empowers individuals to have meaningful conversations about mental health. Lions Barber Collective founder, Tom Chapman stated: “We need to bridge the gap between the clients that hair professionals see daily and the resources available for mental health support. These conversations can happen anywhere, and we need to prepare people to listen and support those in need.” To learn more about the programme and the charity, visit www.HereToTalktraining.com

L’ORÉAL COLOUR TROPHY IS OPEN FOR ENTRIES

L’Oréal Colour Trophy Award entries for the UK and Ireland are open! This year, the L’Oréal Colour Trophy continues its mission to uncover and celebrate talent, welcoming entries from all hairdressers, with categories to suit all experience levels. Finalists will be invited to compete at Grand Finals in Dublin and London, where winners in all categories will be announced at an inspiring and interactive event. Entries close on Thursday 3 April 2025, for details of how to enter visit www.lorealcolourtrophy.com

College Star-Denman’s Big Blowout Competition 2025 is Now Open

College Star – Denman’s Big Blowout Competition is open for entries. The onlineonly competition asks students to upload their details and four images of their very best blow-dry for the chance to win £1,000 cash. Discussing the competition, Denman CEO Kevin McNamee said: “Brilliant blow-dry skills are essential for young professionals and we wanted to create a competition that inspired and celebrated students as they master those skills. Last year’s entries set the bar high, so we are really looking forward to seeing 2025’s entries. Good luck everyone!” Find out how to enter at hji.co.uk, entries close 21 March 2025.

“I WANTED TO SHOW MY LOVE AND APPRECIATION FOR MY TEAM AND CELEBRATE WHAT WE’VE ACHIEVED TOGETHER. THE COMPANY HAS GROWN RAPIDLY, ESPECIALLY OVER THE LAST SEVEN YEARS. EMPLOYED SALONS ARE SUCH A SPECIAL PART OF OUR INDUSTRY, AND I WANT TO HIGHLIGHT HOW INCREDIBLE BEING PART OF A COLLECTIVE CAN BE. I TRULY BELIEVE THE EMPLOYED SALON IS MAKING A COMEBACK.”

HJ Business Academy Launches

Hairdressers Journal International has announced HJ Business Academy, a new programme in association with award-winning salon owner and entrepreneur Sean Hanna to nurture future business brains of our industry.

HJ is offering six free places to aspiring entrepreneurs. Entries are open, to apply submit the following: Your industry experience (maximum 300 words); your goals and ambitions (maximum 300 words) and why you deserve a place in the 2025 HJ Business Academy (either a video or 500 words). Workshops with Sean will be held on Monday 12 May, Wednesday 9 July and Monday 29 September. In the last session, participants will pitch their own business plan - and the person who presents the best plan will have the opportunity to present at Salon International 2025 alongside Sean. Go to hji.co.uk/hj-business-academy-sean-hanna to enter and read the terms and conditions.

Sponsored Brand News

Meet the Luar Multi-Purpose Chair by Takara Belmont

Enhance existing services, expand your salon menu and ensure complete comfort for clients, even during longer treatments, with the new Luar multi-purpose chair.

An Elevation in Multi-Purpose Functionality

Specifically designed to accommodate a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, fully motorised Luar features a deep cushioned full lie-flat seat and heated legrest that transforms everyday services into luxury experiences. With an integrated service table, manicures are easily introduced while optional extras, such as a wide leg cushion, add extra levels of customisation.

Combine with Spa Mist II to Expand Your Menu

Luar also works in per fect synergy with Takara Belmont’s Spa Mist II processor, which enables hand massage, manicures, pedicures and hand and nail conditioning treatments to be introduced.

Takara Belmont’s National Sales Manager Katie Fielder comments: “Luar is compact, so salons can upscale services and incorporate new treatments into their existing space. As an elevation in design and functionality, Luar is available with Takara Belmont’s 0%, zero deposit Finance Lease Scheme.”

Discover Luar at www.takarahairdressing.co.uk