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HJ insider
This month, we asked if your clients talk to you about hair and scalp health and if you’re using salon software

HJ VOICENOTES
Karis Woodward, stylist at Studio U, Winchester, shares her experience of post-natal depression and how hairdressing helped her reconnect with herself

Is discounting ever acceptable in a premium salon?
Three salon owners discuss whether promotions help or harm a luxury brand

HJ Reports: L’Oréal Colour Trophy UK & Ireland Grand Finals
Team HJ soaked up the incredible atmosphere at #LCT26 as the platinum 70th anniversary edition rocked the O2 in London and Dublin’s Royal Convention Centre

HJ Reports: Redken Symposium 2026
HJ headed to Vegas for two days of high-energy education at the Redken Symposium

Boardroom BLITZ
HJ’S Business Boardroom, supported by L’Oréal Professionnel, brought together eight mentees to take their businesses to another level

Rooting for RESULTS
With hair and scalp concerns being more prevalent than ever, we spoke to a team of experts who offer advice on how you can serve your client's hair woes in a practical and ethical manner

Professional Solutions, EVERYDAY RESULTS
Results don’t come from one hero product alone. Meet the refreshed iQ range – bringing haircare and styling together in one complete salon system

Colour NOTES
Steph Henley, owner of The Mini Space, Cardiff, talks grey blending, tonal shifts, and subtle face frames

SMART SALONS
From bookings and marketing to reporting and client communication, AI is helping salons work smarter, reduce admin and drive growth. We explore the latest innovations

SALON INTERNATIONAL is Back
Salon International returns 4-5 October with world-class education, inspiring live stages and the latest innovations from across the hair industry

Step Inside the MODERN BARBER STAGE Sponsored by Wahl
Salon International visitors can expect two days of high-energy education as Wahl Professional brings leading barbers, trend-led techniques and business expertise to the Modern Barber Stage

Introducing THE FUTURE OF HAIR LONGEVITY
Get ready to discover how K18 is leading the charge when it comes to addressing premature hair ageing

FRACTURE
A striking collection inspired by the beauty of imperfection

Grit & GRACE
A raw yet refined exploration of strength, growth and modern elegance

ONE FOR ALL
Celebrating individuality through healthy, expressive hair

MOTION
Where movement shapes texture, colour and form

Into the LIGHT
Strength in every strand

EXTENSION EVOLUTION
Precision cutting for seamless extension work

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Discover the Future of YOUR SALON
Here’s how the Salon Supplies Furniture Showroom Open Day could help you take your business to the next level

City SANCTUARY
Hair stylist and brand founder Talitha Mackie discusses the design process behind Fox & Vamp’s new flagship salon

adventures of a… GAME Changer
Hairdressing gave Kyle Castille the opportunity he couldn’t find in mainstream education. Here’s how he’s turning his own setbacks into opportunities for the next generation…

Love London
Colin Greaney takes us behind the lens of his award-winning collection, created to showcase Mahogany Hairdressing’s directional cutting and colour techniques, and the work that earned him the title of London Hairdresser of the Year