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TIKTOK TRENDING!

Last month, HJ got up to a whole host of ffun and exciting things! We shared all the highlights from Salon International, LFW, and industry events! What to expect this month? #BHA25, stunning collections, and lots more. Scan the QR code and follow us @hairdressersjournal

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OCTOBER’S TOP ONLINE STORY IS…

THESE ARE THE HAIR COLOUR TRENDS YOU NEED TO KEEP ON YOUR RADAR FOR 2026

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From muted metallics and chrome, to warmth and natural greys, these are the colour trends you need to keep on your radar, according to top colourists…

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HAIR & THERE

Last month, HJ were invited to lots of industry events! We went to Claridge’s for breakfast with salon owner, Gustav Fouche. We got access to Curls, Coils and Cashflow – an event spotlighting textured hairstylists and beauty entrepreneurs during Black History Month, spent the morning at Hadley Yates with Hair Gain to celebrate the launch of their new Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner and attended the Wella TrendVision Awards at The Natural History Museum! Plus, we travelled to Paris for the BaBylissPRO Community Hair Show, and flew to Milan with JOICO for their 50th anniversary! Meanwhile, we had the pleasure of attending the Wella RED Leadership Luncheon at TART London. And of course, we were at Salon International 2025 – take a look at all the highlights on page 35. As always, keep an eye on our social channels for more content.

This month HJ asked you...

Do you have something sentimental you keep in your kitbag?

In light of our kitbag feature this month, we wanted to know if our Instagram followers keep something sentimental in their kitbag – and it’s a resounding yes! Head to page 30 to find out what some of the pros said!

yes 100% 

no 0% 

Caprice De Sanctis

HJ Collection of the Week

Each week, we feature an exclusive new collection on our online gallery. From stunning editorial looks and jaw dropping commercial styles to creative cuts, colours, and creations. Head over to hji.co.uk/gallery every Friday for your weekly dose of inspiration and more. We’re always on the lookout for new collections so make sure to drop us a message if you want to see your collection featured across HJ’s website and social channels!

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Every issue, we dig through our exclusive online gallery and pick out a style we can’t get enough of!
This month, we are in awe of this long blonde, choppy layered look by Ashley and Stephanie Gamble. This edgy look was captured in 2020 by photographer Richard Miles. Don’t forget you can see the whole collection and more here: hji.co.uk/gallery/explore

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