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Haircuts4Homeless Supports Community Football Tournament
With World Cup fever taking over the nation, charity Haircuts4Homeless has been providing free haircuts at community football tournaments. Supporting Manchester FA’s Beyond The Pitch seven-a-side event at Stockport Sports Village, founder Stewart Roberts MBE joined volunteer hairdressers and barbers to deliver 22 complimentary haircuts to people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness. “Our volunteer hairdressers and barbers were proud to provide free haircuts, helping participants feel refreshed, confident and ready to take on the day,” said Stewart. “Together, we’re providing the small acts of kindness that can make a big difference.” Haircuts4Homeless offers free haircuts to homeless people across the UK, helping to restore dignity, confidence and a sense of belonging. Since launching in 2014, the charity has grown into a nationwide network of volunteer hairdressers and barbers who have delivered tens of thousands of haircuts to those in need.
FELLOWSHIP LAUNCHES 80TH ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON & AWARDS 2026
The Fellowship for British Hairdressing has announced its 80th Anniversary Luncheon & Awards, taking place on 7 December 2026 at The Londoner Hotel in Leicester Square. Bringing together members, sponsors and industry professionals, the event will celebrate excellence across creative, commercial and business categories, alongside its prestigious Honours Awards. New categories for 2026 include Ruby Image of the Year, Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Men’s Hairdresser of the Year. “For 80 years the Fellowship has been cultivating a unique community that drives standards, inspires artistry and champions both established and emerging talent,” said Fellowship President Simon Shaw. Entries close on 28 September, with winners announced at the awards ceremony in December.
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THE AVERAGE AMOUNT OF ENERGY REQUIRED FOR A ‘TRADITIONAL BRIDAL BLOW DRY’, RANKING IT AS THE MOST ENERGY-INTENSIVE SALON STYLE ACCORDING TO RESEARCH FROM VALDA ENERGY.
WELLA PROFESSIONALS CELEBRATED WOMEN IN MOTORSPORT AT SILVERSTONE
Wella Professionals took centre stage at Round 3 of the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season during the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, delivering a multi-day activation celebrating confidence, individuality and female empowerment. As part of its partnership with the all-female racing series, the brand supported British Grand Prix Wild Card driver Chiara Bättig, who raced in a bespoke Wella livery inspired by its “Make It You” campaign. Activations included styling experiences in the Formula One Paddock Club, VIP hospitality, immersive beauty experiences and social content. Ahead of the race weekend, Wella also hosted a leadership lunch with F1 ACADEMY Managing Director Susie Wolff, bringing together influential women from beauty, business, sport and media.
RUSH ARTISTIC TEAM STYLES KINGSTON UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SHOW
The Rush Artistic Team partnered with Kingston University’s Graduate Show as the official hair partner, sponsored by L’Oréal Professionnel. Editorial Director Tina Farey and Artistic Team member Seung Ki-Baek created 90s grunge-inspired looks backstage using L’Oréal Professionnel styling products to complement the students’ final collections. “What an incredible experience working with the Kingston University fashion students to bring their vision to life,” said Tina. The collaboration follows Rush Hair’s renewed partnership with L’Oréal Professionnel earlier this year and highlights the salon group’s ongoing commitment to supporting emerging creative talent.
Colin McAndrew, Managing Director of Edinburgh salon group Medusa, on its annual Team Awards:
“AWARDS ARE IMPORTANT BECAUSE THEY ALLOW US TO PAUSE AND RECOGNISE THE HARD WORK THAT OFTEN HAPPENS QUIETLY, DAY IN AND DAY OUT.”
Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck Becomes Majority Owner of TONI&GUY Global Group
TONI&GUY Global Group has announced that Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck has become the majority owner and controlling shareholder of the business. The move also sees professional haircare brand LABEL.M become wholly owned by Mascolo-Tarbuck, bringing both businesses under a unified leadership structure. Founded in London in 1963, TONI&GUY now operates in more than 40 global markets with over 680 salons worldwide. “This is both a deeply personal and incredibly exciting moment,” said Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck. “We are honouring everything that has made TONI&GUY what it is today, while setting a clear course for the future.” Further strategic announcements are expected in the coming months.
TIMELY APPOINTS KAINE VAKAI AS BRAND AMBASSADOR
Salon software provider Timely has named hairdresser and educator Kaine Vakai as its newest brand ambassador. Founder and Creative Director of Haus of Vakai and an International Creative Artist for Redken, Kaine has delivered more than 127 education classes across the UK, US, Australia and New Zealand in under 42 months. Already a Timely user, he said: “Becoming an ambassador of Timely feels like a more formal version of a relationship we already had.” Timely said the partnership reflects its focus on working with salon professionals who use the platform in their businesses.
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A Fresh New Look for iQ
Known for its great quality and good value, the iQ range of professional haircare and styling has an updated look, as well as some fantastic new products.
New, innovative haircare formulations include ‘Colour Lock’ shampoo and conditioner – created to protect and maintain salon colour and vibrancy – and ‘Scalp Balance’ shampoo and conditioner to calm and soothe the scalp. The new styling products are:
• ‘Gloss Lock Spray’ – an invisible anti-frizz spray that delivers sleek, glossy and glass-smooth hair
• ‘Moisture Mist’ – a lightweight, hydrating leave-in containing heat protectant and anti-static agents that helps condition and detangle hair
• ‘Argan Oil’ – perfect for styling, smoothing and straightening all hair types
Best-sellers in the range include the multi-benefit ‘10 in 1 Treatment’ spray and ‘Clever Dust’ for giving hair volume and texture.
All shampoo and conditioners are sulphate and paraben free, and almost all the range is Vegan friendly and made in the UK.
The range is available now from leading professional wholesalers, including Capital Hair & Beauty and Aston & Fincher.
For more information, contact info@avec-corp.co.uk