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WELCOME

HAIR (FOR GHD): DAFYDD THOMAS, AMY SONTAE, GRANT WILLIAMS, TILLY PENN AND RHEANNA WOOD

PHOTOGRAPHY: GIUSEPPE CICALA

Welcome to this issue, where business brilliance, creative courage, and meaningful conversations take centre stage.

We kick off with a timely HJ Debate on partnerships in the salon world, a hot topic as the industry becomes more collaborative and complex – do you separate responsibilities into creative and business, or do the boundaries blur in your salon? In HJ Reports, we bring you the stand-out moments from the L’Oréal Colour Trophy UK and Ireland Grand Finals, a celebration of colour expertise and boundary-pushing artistry.

This month, we’re also privileged to share a deeply moving piece in HJ Voicenotes, where Anna Cofone reflects on the emotional journey of vision loss and how identity and creativity are inextricably linked. It’s a reminder of the power that hairdressers have in shaping our client's confidence. Similarly, in our fashion pages this month we have something a little different. HJ got exclusive access to a shoot, spearheaded by Darrel Starkey and the Pink Ribbon Foundation, and without revealing too much, eight hairdressers were partnered with women undergoing breast cancer treatment – to create beautiful, bespoke wigs. Turn to page 77 to see the results.

If you’re ready to level up your salon's potential, The Power of Numbers and Standout Software are must-reads. From understanding data to choosing the right tech tools, we explore how modern business intelligence is transforming the way we work. Elsewhere, our Hair Loss Special tackles an often-taboo topic with sensitivity and depth, offering both expert insight and practical advice to support your clients with compassion and confidence.

And as always, we’re here to inspire. From striking fashion collections and Emy Roccabella’s Colour Notes to stunning salon interiors and the behind-the-scenes reality of a hairdressing shoot from Rick and Zoe Roberts, this issue is packed with ideas to energise.

Finally, a huge congratulations to the winners of HJ's British Hairdressing Business Awards! Your passion, innovation and leadership are lighting the way for the industry. Enjoy the issue – and keep pushing boundaries.

TEAM HJ

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Senior Events Executive Anna van der Walt anna.v@thepbgroup.com • 020 3841 7377

Exhibition & Awards Executive Betlem Martinez betlem.m@thepbgroup.com • 020 3841 736

Awards Contributor Angela Jones angela.j@thepbgroup.com • 020 7351 0536

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Head of Global Marketing Chloe Monina chloe.m@thepbgroup.com • 020 7349 4799

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WELCOME
HAIR (FOR GHD): DAFYDD THOMAS, AMY SONTAE, GRANT
HJ NEWS
British Hairdressing Business Awards Winners Announced On
HJ DIGITAL
Head over to hji.co.uk for up-to-the-minute industry news
HJ insider
This month we explore whether your clients come to you for advice on hair loss and whether you’re using software to get ahead with business
“Do You Need a Business Partner to Run a Successful Salon?”
Three salon owners share their thoughts on how to run a successful business
HJ Reports: L’Oréal Colour Trophy UK & Ireland Grand Finals
HJ was front of stage at #LCT25 in Ireland and the UK to see the grand finalists compete for the coveted L’Oréal Colour Trophy
The 360° Salon EXPERIENCE
How Dyson's range of products can support every aspect of the client experience
HJ VOICENOTES
Alongside being a renowned session stylist, Anna Cofone works with blind and low vision women and girls to transform their self-esteem through haircare as self care. Here she shares the power of listening
MAJIREL: A LOVE LETTER
We hear from the colour pros on why they can’t get enough of the new Majirel by L’Oréal Professionnel
Colour NOTES
Emy Roccabella discusses abstract expressionism and considering your clients’ needs
Grow and Evolve with… FINANCE INNOVATION
DISCOVER HOW TAKARA BELMONT’S INNOVATIVE 0%, ZERO DEPOSIT FINANCE LEASE SCHEME IS TRANSFORMING THE SERVICE LANDSCAPE, REDEFINING EXPERIENCES AND BOOSTING BUSINESS
THE POWER OF NUMBERS
Data isn’t just for the big players. From solo freelancers to salons with 40+ chairs, smart hair professionals are using client analytics to fill columns, boost retail and keep loyal clients coming back. Here’s how to make your software work harder for your business
Standout Software
Discover smart salon software tools to slash hassle, pack out your calendar, and power up your profits
A Cut ABOVE
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Elevate Your Salon Menu
In today’s competitive landscape, salons must go beyond the basics to stand out and exceed client expectations. It’s time to embrace hair health and solutions for fine or thinning hair with EXO-GROW – the future of scalp and hair wellness
ON ROOT TO SUCCESS
Did you know that 15 million people in the UK currently suffer from hair loss* yet only a small proportion of those affected are doing anything about their concerns? Hairdressers, listen up!
Business CLASS
We celebrated established names and rising stars in the hairdressing industry
MIRACLE IN A BOTTLE
Aveda’s new Miraculous Oil makes hair 195% shinier in an instant(1) with just one drop
Creativity KNOWS NO BOUNDS
A peek behind the curtain of the Goldwell Creative Awards (GCA) Art Team UK mentorship programme
GOTHIC BALLERINA
The Goldwell Creative Art Team UK, powered by Mark Leeson, collection features a juxtaposition of hard lines and soft egdes
A head of the CURVE
A celebration of the versality and the power of curls
THRIVE IN STYLE
Salon thriving. Staff smashing it. You? Drowning in admin. Beu can fix that, here’s how…
PERFECT MATCH
Eight hairdressers came together to create beautiful, bespoke wigs, from scratch (and for the first time too!), for women who are undergoing breast cancer treatment. The results blew everyone in the room away…
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Community, Creativity and… CACTI?
Meet one Glasgow salon owner who has created a space that blends high-end hair with heartfelt community
adventures of a Candid CREATIVE
Hairdresser and session stylist, Leigh Keates, talks fashion week, hard truths, and celeb clients
Refraction
BEHIND THE LENS
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