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Last month, HJ got up to a whole host of fun and exciting things! We shared new collections, industry events, and BTS! What to expect this month? Out and abouts, new trends, and lots more. Click the QR code and follow us @hairdressersjournal

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JANUARY’S TOP ONLINE STORY IS…

12 HAIRDRESSING CAREERS THAT DON’T INVOLVE WORKING IN A SALON

Working in a salon and having a thriving column is a much-coveted career trajectory, but there are many paths to successful hairdressing careers that don’t involve being behind a chair – take a read!

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HAIR & THERE

Last month, HJ got up to loads of fun and exciting things we just couldn’t miss! We were treated to a clarifying wash and blow-dry with the new SACHAJUAN Clarifying collection at Neville Hair & Beauty. We headed to Manchester for the first ever Phenix Live by Phenix Salon Suites, Sutton Coldfield for Wella Business Network Live, and Dublin for Phorest’s Salon Owners Summit 2026! Meanwhile, we enjoyed a scalp experience, trying out the new evo scalp range, and we joined Wella Professionals, James Earnshaw and Jordanna Cobella for a morning of trend talks and latest innovations. And of course, the British Hairdressing Awards 2025, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, winner’s luncheon at The Ivy was a calendar peak! Head to our socials for a look at all the highlights…

This month HJ asked you...

ARE MORE OF YOUR CLIENTS EMBRACING THEIR GREYS?

We’ve seen an increase in conversation around grey blending, so we wanted to know, are more of your clients leaning into their greys?

DEAN LAWTON TAYLOR

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

Each issue, we dig through our exclusive online gallery and pick out a style we can’t get enough of. This month, we are loving this avant garde hime look by Indira Schauwecker. This creative look was captured in 2016 by photographer Andrew O’Toole. Don’t forget you can see the whole collection and more here: hji.co.uk/gallery/explore


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