BE INSPIRED BY YOUR PEERS
A trip to #Salon25 wouldn’t be complete without visiting the British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, gallery where you can get a first-look at the finalist’s work, including the Session and British Hairdresser of the Year collections.
#BHACHOICE
This year you’ll have the chance to vote for your favourite #BHA25 collection. More details coming soon!
#BHABURSARY
Backed by Hairdressers Journal International and Schwarzkopf Professional, the bursary is a chance to enter a Regional or Newcomer category in the 2026 British Hairdressing Awards (and win two tickets to this year’s #BHA25). All you need to do is take a video of yourself at #Salon25, upload an image from your phone of a cut or style you have created and share using #BHABursary.
SEE EXTENSION MASTERY LIVE
HJ’s Extensions Competition, sponsored by Remi Cachet, gives you the chance to watch top extensionists go head-to-head, in two categories: Commercial Look and Creative Look. The winners are crowned live on the HJ Stage, so don’t miss your chance to witness innovation and skill in action.
DOSE SYMPOSIUM
#Salon25 will host the first-ever DOSE Symposium, held by Dr Sharon Wong on Sunday 12 - Monday 13 October. It will cover common hair and scalp conditions, how to talk to your clients about hair loss, the nuances of Afro/Textured hair loss, as well as a dive into Ozempic-related hair loss. Book at hji.co.uk.
THE CHAMPAGNE BAR
Salon Services once again sponsors the Champagne Bar. With over 60 years of industry expertise, the distributor is bringing trusted brands, guidance, and support. Plus, don’t miss your chance to vote for your favourite brands in their 2026 Awards.
CMC CHAMPIONSHIPS
The C.M.C (Catwalk, Make-up and Creative) World Championship is coming to London on 11-13 October, presented by C.M.C World & CAT UK in collaboration with Salon International. The international event for hair, make-up, nails, fashion and PMU (Permanent Make-up) is an opportunity to engage with international talent.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE BARBER
The People’s Choice Barber Competition is a chance for Emerging Talent and Advanced barbers to be crowned The People’s Choice Barber and win a £500 cash prize. The competition comprises of two categories: Emerging Talent and Advanced.
THE BARBER OF THE YEAR IS…
The evolved Wahl Professional Barber of the Year competition invites finalists to compete live at #Salon25, where the national winner will be crowned before heading to the Wahl Pro Global Barber Battle in May 2026.