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Kate Holohan
Cultivating the conversation around Hair & Scalp health and Hair Loss. Whether you are in the Hair industry and would like to delve deeper into Hair Loss & Scalp conditions, have experienced or are suffering from some kind of alopecia or scalp problem, or would like to offer support to someone who has, think of this as your audio resource Library for everything you would like to know about all aspects of Hair & scalp health & hair life! Delving into all the aspects of: ~ Trichology ~ Expert Interviews ~ Real life stories ~ Nutrition ~ Hair products ~ General and mental wellbeing ~ Treatment options ~ Hair replacement systems & wigs ~ Hair transplants ~ SPMU & micropigmentation ~ DNA testing and much more.
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The evolution of the (not so) hairless human body
Leah Redmond is a certified trichologist, who completed her studies with the Institute of Trichology whilst also studying Molecular bioengineering at Imperial College, London!
She has completed her bachelor's & masters projects covering Male Pattern hair loss, when her interest in trichology began, and she is now completing a PHD on the hair papilla.
She has been studying hair fibre pigmentation & human body hair evolution- basically how we evolved to our current (non- furry) state! She has been looking at the body hair of monkeys, compared to humans.
She has written a review which has been accepted by the British Journal of Dermatology.
We discuss how this change in body hair ay have occurred, what even is the dermal papilla and what does it do? Gene mutations, and why we may have hair at all.
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Season 10 has come to an end!
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Keeping up to date in the world of hair loss
Who better to finish this season but the legendary Dr Jeff Donovan!
Dr Donovan is from British Colombia in Canada. During his training, he became fascinated by the number of skin disorders there are, and wanted to specialise in this. With over 2,000 types of skin disease, he enjoys the diagnostic skills that go into investigating these!
He loves to help people get back to 'normal', and we discuss how hair loss can often take something away from a person.
We explore how to best keep up to date with the ever evolving field of trichology, current literature and studies. Dr Donovan also shares how laboratory investigations differ in different regions, and why this might be.
I also discover the benefits of looking for updates in other fields, when the discussion turns to how some medications can be harmful to pets.
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COLLAB: A Global Survey of Clinical and Laboratory Assessment in Alopecia Areata by Hair Specialistshttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/jvc2.70067
Minoxidil toxicosis in cats and dogs: A scoping review and call to actionhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S019096222500595X
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Medical Hairloss treatments ~ Are the side effects worth it?
Dr Ademir Leite Jr has been involved in lots of research into finasteride. He runs a clinic & Trichology school in Brazil.
Originally, when Dr Ademir began studying medicine, he had planned to study immunology, but once he discovered the field of trichology, he changed his mind.
He has suffered hair loss himself, as well as scalp concerns.
We discuss which types of alopecia he sees the most at the moment, and which treatments are effective.
Dr Ademir shares how finasteride works, and we look at the side effects of DHT blockers & 5 a reductase inhibitors, including post finasteride syndrome. He describes how, as a medical professional, he has a responsibility to consider all benefits and down sides when recommending any treatment.
We also discuss natural solutions, if they are effective, and how multi- modal treatments may have more benefits and fewer side effects.
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Mesh integration systems ~ Is this the service your salon is missing?
Simone Mudrak has been offering hair extensions for the past 14 years, and has offered hair loss solutions for the last 8 years.
She has founded the Hair Finesse Academy in Bristol, Simone now offers mesh integration, and is on a mission to train more hairstylists in this method, to make hair loss systems more accessible.
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GLP1 medications ~ Does losing weight mean losing your hair?
Rabiya is 49 years old, she is a wife and mother living in Kent, who has lived in many different countries throughout her life.
After not feeling well, she had some tests and her blood pressure and cholesterol were raised, and she was told she was also diabetic. She says she had slowly put on weight over the years, and at the time was 75kg and only 5" tall, with swelling in her hands & ankles.
Her Doctor had advised her to focus on changing her diet and lifestyle, but she knew that she couldn't do it without help. She knows a couple of endocrinologists, and they helped to advise her. She decided to go private, and was prescribed a GLP1 known as Monjuaro.
Rabiya reduced her calories to a deficit, and began a low dose following a plan over an 18 month timeframe. She says that the medication removed her bloating, and the 'food noise', so that she could focus on losing weight and getting healthy. She lost 24kg in 6 months.
Unfortunately, this also led to her experiencing a large amount of hair shedding. Due to this she sought help from a trichologist, and began to focus not just on cutting calories, but on the nutritional value of her food too.
She has now seen a huge improvement in her hair health, as well as her overall health and vitality. She shares her story openly and honestly!
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The future of your hair ~ Ensuring transplants succeed in the long term
Dr Dilan Fernando is a medical Doctor & surgeon, who originally planned to practice neurosurgery, however he then gained an interest in hair transplantation, and he has been performing hair transplants now for ten years!
He is Co founder of The Treatment Rooms London, where they offer specialised services, including feminising hairlines for transgender patients, and repairing what he calls 'black market' hair transplant work.
We explore how hair transplants can help reduce gender dysphoria, which can be a barrier to men when transitioning to a woman, and how to take a sensitive approach to the surgery.
Dr Fernando also shares the importance of patience and preparation when it comes to hair transplants, having a roadmap of treatment from pre-treatment to recovery, to ensure the patient gets the best from their hair, and the longer-term considerations.
We hear about the negative side of some clinics, and the practices that lead to poor results and long term issues!
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Why Trichology needs to be integrated into hair systems training
Jess has been in the hair industry for many years, along with her business partner, Hayley, who has educated all around the world with Raccoon, and they both have experience with hair extensions.
Whilst trying to meet their clients' needs, they soon recognised that those with hair loss wanted to have hair extensions, but they just weren't suitable. They began to research alternative solutions, and learned different hair systems methods.
Jess joins me today to introduce a new type of system, called signature scalp. This is a silicone based scalp replica system, secured with medical grade adhesive.
They wanted to be able to offer a solution that could incorporate their creative flair, and be able to add a hairdresser's perspective to their hair systems. These systems can be made to suit any colour or style.
We talk about the longevity and versatility of having a hair system, what they can offer, and why it's important to have the education to ensure that each client is a suitable candidate for this service.
Signature scalp offers education, and already have a US ambassador, along with 80 representatives from around the world.
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Can lasers help to combat hair loss?
Tamim Hamid comes from a long line of medicine, but chose to enter the engineering world. However, he still had the instinct to want to help people.
Tamim was a NASA engineer, who invented a laser to measure thermoprotection of the shuttles outer shell upon re-entry to the Earth.
Lasers were invented in the 60's, and he learned about them in school in the 80's.
He then invented a new laser in silicon valley. He found a study on lasers & hair growth, which was recorded in 1965 and tested on mice, which showed that a certain frequency could stimulate hair to grow.
Lasers work differently depending on the setting and the frequency. Laser light can stimulate human tissue, specifically hair follicles, and it triggers the mitochondria in the bulge of the hair root. This can extend the anagen phase and stimulate growth in the papilla, along with strengthening the arrector pili muscle.
Tamim has now invented the Theradome helmet, which he says is the only FDA approved device in the world that can stop hair loss.
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Improving hair quality ~ How can we get the most out of supplements?
Dr Rajesh (Rajendrasingh) Rajput is an international speaker, & IAT faculty member.
He often completes surgery pro bono for those who have suffered burns, cleft palate, leprosy and skin traumas.
He has researched metabolism in the hair follicle, and monitored changes in hair growth, DHT levels and sensitivity.
Dr Rajesh has a patented cyclical supplementation routine, which has shown an improvement in hair growth of 30-40% +, along with an improvement in scalp and follicle health.
He shares his research on which vitamins can counteract each other, which are synergistic and which are antagonistic, and how intermittent nutrition can give the body time to absorb & process each nutrient.
Dr Rajesh believes that no nutrient can work alone, and that deficiencies are an indication of a problem within the whole system. We look at how smaller, preventative doses can work differently to larger doses used to treat deficiencies. We explore the concept of 'hidden hunger' due to the fact that there is a depleted level of nutrition in our current foods compared to years ago.
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What is your hair trying to tell you?
Shannel Watson is a Trichologist, with a clinic in Marylebone.
She is also a biomedical scientist, product creator, hair & beauty brand consultant who offers functional trichology & advanced diagnostics.
Shannel is an education consultant, who developed her own products and uses this experience to help to educate brands.
She also lectures in nutrition and completed her masters thesis on the correlation between zinc levels and hair loss.
We discuss why hair products should be regulated, how they can be misleading in their claims, and what your hair could be trying to tell you.
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Enhancing hair ~ How to avoid damage with hair extensions
Katy Grimshaw from Spectrum One began working in a salon at just 12 years old.
She now has her own salon with 16 stylists, and has set up her own brand of hair extensions, available to those in the industry, along with her own education.
Katy shares that around 70% of her salon's business is hair extensions, and she set up her own hair extensions business after being frustrated with the inconsistency of the quality of the hair from other brands. She wanted to make sure the quality of the hair was reliable.
She constantly works with her client base to support & evolve what they offer, along with their education, which is HABIA accredited.
We talk about how to make sure you choose the right method for you, and prevent damage to your own hair.
We also discuss hair loss solutions, and the affect of weight loss jabs on client's hair and what we are able to offer them.
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Ask me anything: Your questions answered
This week we're doing something a little different with a Q&A session!
I am joined by Caroline Yates, and we answer all your questions and try to dispel any myths around products and hair loss.
If you would like your question answered and to feature on a future episode, send me over a DM or voicenote with anything you would like to know!
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Embracing your identity and heritage ~ Building a positive relationship with your hair type
Jessica Parrish founded her brand, Shedid & Parrish, to make curly hair easy and a joy to look after.
Jessica is adopted and mixed race, so she gives her unique perspective on identity & why it's so important to who we are. Adopted to white parents in the 1970s at 10 days old, she had some challenges as a child in her environment.
There was noone to help her manage & understand her curly big hair. In her later years, she spent time in the U.S, where she found a lot more products for afro/ textured hair, but they were marketed based on skin tones, not hair types, and a lot of the products had toxic chemicals in.
She wanted to make things easier and more accessible for those with textured or curly hair with products ingredients that are good for the health of the haior, not just cosmetic.'
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The importance of communication ~ from a former hostage negotiator
Nigel Taberner is an award winning expert speaker, who joins me this week to discuss the importance of communication, and how we can build deep relationships with our clients.
Nigel joined the police at age 21, after re-sitting his exams to fulfil his dream to be able to help people and fight crime.
He became a D.I. in counterterrorism and was a hostage negotiator for over ten years, dealing with over 130 incidents successfully.
We discuss the traits of a good communicator, including listening, emotional intelligence, and what is needed to effectively relate to people in order to develop relationships.
Nigel explains how it is important to work out someone's currency and what is important to them in order to influence the outcomes.
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Buying a hair piece ~ Everything you need to know
Georgina Probert has female pattern alopecia, having had thinning hair since her teen years. She experienced Telogen Effluvium after the births of both her children, and her density has never returned. She began wearing toppers 9 years ago, and now offers consultations and fittings for hair toppers and wigs. She thinks it's important to try on lots of different types of wig to make sure you choose the best one for you.
We talk about cap sizes, how to measure and get a good fit, how to know if you are buying a legitimate brand and hair type, and that you are not being taken advantage of.
Georgina shares how she has even had customers who have been sold wigs as human hair, which have turned out not to be.
We also look at Remy hair- what is it? What is the difference? Why should you know where your hair is sourced and has the hair come from multiple sources?
Georgina also shares her tips on how & where you should get your hairpiece cut or coloured, and how to plan for if it goes wrong!
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Talking to children about hair loss and cancer
Lauren MacClain was diagnosed with breast cancer at 40, when her children were from 5-10 years old. Her and her husband wanted to find the best way to speak to their children about what would happen during her treatment, and found that the books that were available didn't quite explain different areas of treatment very well.
Lauren had to wait over the xmas period to get her biopsy results, which was a scary time. After having a mastectomy, they found that it had spread to one of her lymph nodes which meant she needed to have chemotherapy.
Lauren found out about scalp cooling whilst she was researching treatments and decided to try it, as she had been warned that the chemo she needed was very dose-dense and can cause permanent hair loss (PCIA). Because of this, she managed to retain around 50% of her hair, and it grew back quickly afterwards.
She has now written 3 children's books explaining cold caps and chemotherapy treatment, to help families explain to their children what is going on in an easy way.
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Blood testing for hair health
Kate Knowler is a Nutritional therapist, phlebotomist & blood test interpreter in Fitzrovia, London.
She helps to support clients with accessing & interpreting blood tests, and helps practitioners with all things blood related.
After experiencing burnout herself, and finding that she was anaemic, she began to learn about nutrition.
We discuss blood testing, how it can be used, how to interpret results, and different nutrient levels and absorption.
Kate also shares how blood tests can be affected by different factors and what can skew results, along with which tests you may need to support healthy growing hair.
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Making your services more accessible for hearing impaired clients
Jo Haywood is a hairstylist in Kensington, London for Luke Ormsby salon.
She trained with Vidal Sassoon and has enjoyed learning and growing as a hairstylist.
She has a long commute to work every day, and felt like she could be using the travel time in a productive way, and decided she would like to learn sign language.
Jo now holds a level 2 in BSL, which she studied with her Dad. Initially, this was just a way to continue her personal development, and a great way to connect with him, but her manager encouraged her to advertise this skill to clients. Although she was not confident at first, she received a great response.
We discuss tips on how to make a hearing impaired client's salon visit easier and more enjoyable, and how sign language has enabled her to build a connection with her clients and to give them the best salon experience.
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The benefits of Red Light & Infrared Therapy
Dr Carl Rothschild is a pioneer of red light therapy.
He began his career as a Chiropractor, loving being able to help people. Working on using natural methods to treat people before they had to resort to surgery, he began to use infrared & near-infrared combined.
We discuss the benefits of infrared & near-infrared light, what is EMF and how it can be harmful.
Dr Carl shares information on mitochondria, and how healing can be stimulated by light. We discover how this can benefit hair loss and stimulate growth.
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Permanent Chemotherapy induced Hair loss ~ What you're not being told
Shirley Ledlie was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2005. She had a lumpectomy and node biopsy, and was told it had spread but the node was encapsulated.
She had radiotherapy and chemotherapy with Taxoter. After her treatment, she noticed that her hair was not growing back. Her oncologist contacted the drug company, and they were aware that the treatment could cause permanent hair loss.
It was then that she found out about PCIA. She has not had no hair for 20 years, and has a daily reminder of her cancer and her treatment.
We discuss her story, and how permanent hair loss from Taxoter could be a lot more common than reported, and could be as high as 20-30%.
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Post Partum Hairloss ~ Navigating your body's changes.
Jennifer Walderdorff Is the founder of Look at the Labels, a sustainable fashion style consultancy.
Jennifer has a background in merchandise financial planning. she loves numbers and fashion. She saw consumerism beginning to shape the nation, and began to embrace sustainable fashion before it was popular!
Jennifer suffered from postpartum hair loss herself, and was surprised how little she was prepared for this, and how there didn't seem to be a huge amount of information she could find to help her.
We also discuss the best products and fabrics that you can choose that minimise exposure to chemicals such as endocrine disruptors.
We discuss the composition changes that can happen to your body when you become a new mum, and how she helps people to love and embrace this new phase of their life.
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Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia ~ is it becoming an epidemic?
Dr Archana Rao is the educational lead for the British Hair & Nails society, along with running a hair loss clinic in Kingston Hospital and a dermatologist and hair loss specialist.
We discuss the latest progress and treatment around FFA, as well as current guidelines and why we may be seeing this condition more often!
Dr Rao shares how we can keep up to date with the latest guidelines and protocols, along with identifying culprit agents, and recognising the symptoms to look for.
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Season 9 Break
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Get off the tools ~ How to grow your business and get out of your comfort zone!
Katie Godfrey is a salon owner, educator, product developer, business strategist and author.
She left school at the age of 13 with no qualifications, after being bullied. She studied beauty at college and ended up opening a business at just 19 with a loan and no experience!
Katie has built her brand and learned how to grow a team. When she had a baby, she had to learn how to hand over her clients and not be the integral key person in the business. She was able to take a step back, working on the business rather than in the business. She was able to channel her energy into her team.
She has then gone on to create a lash & brow range and educate others who wanted to learn from and work with her. She shares how products can be a great way to increase income.
Katie now runs retreats and masterminds, coaching people and building their business strategies.
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Shit I told my hairdresser
Jason Townsend from Seattle, & Jack Abernathy from Denver have been in the hair industry for over 30 years. They met working at Toni & Guy, and have worked in LA, where they have hosted some legendary celebrity clients.
They have hundreds of crazy stories that they share on their podcast every week, telling tales that can only happen in LA. Some of the stories sound so mad that they seem unbelievable but they are all true!
Jack shares how he regularly visits Paul McCartney's home, and we talk about how one hairdresser burn her client's hair off and ran away! Along with why certain celebrities really drastically change their look.
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Building a Freelance Business ~ How to charge your worth
Ruth Lundstrom has been in the hair industry for over 20 years.
After working in a salon and not enjoying the culture, she decided to go freelance and set up her own business.
She struggled with not being allowed to work in lockdown and wanted to find a way to earn money,
She began to go live on Instagram and share education on being freelance and how to price services. She created an E-guide for self-employed stylists as she wanted to make things easier and more streamlined.
She then created an app to make it easier for people to calculate their prices and make a profit.
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Stress & Hair Loss ~ Retraining your brain to reduce cortisol
Keira Smith is a solution-based hypnotherapist.
She used to be a personal trainer and yoga teacher, but she found this stressful and ended up developing unhelpful coping mechanisms.
She then found hypnotherapy and discovered it was a way to help people reduce stress and anxiety. She could help them deal with stressful things like PTSD and panic attacks.
She has used her therapy to help hair loss conditions, and reduce cortisol levels. She has helped people achieve health hair growth, including those with trichotillomania.
Keira discussed coping mechanisms, and how they can be helpful, and how you can reframe situations to create new positive frames of reference.
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College or Apprenticeship training? ~ The future of Hairdressing Education
Mariana began her hairdressing education as a mature student of 25. After qualifying, she was keen to become an educator, and now teaches level 2 & 3 hairdressing at North Kent College.
She wants to instil a passion for the industry into her students.
She shares how the Lee Stafford academy approach within the College has provided systemised learning, with 'recipes' that the students can follow for success.
We discuss how the changes in the minimum wage and budget may reduce the amount of apprenticeships available and she challenges the stigma around a college hairdressing education, and the high standard of facilities they have.
Mariana believes that there are still great opportunities for people who want to enter the hairdressing industry, and that CPD is important to remain current and relevant.
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Reverie ~ Clean, ethical sustainable products for the future of haircare.
Hillary Markenson has a background in Interior design. Her husband created the haircare brand Reverie, whilst working in his Salon, and she made the move to join the brand and learn all about hair.
The aim was to create clean, sustainable, ethical products with innovative concepts & formulations.
They enlisted the help of skincare experts to formulate a non-barrier forming, bio-mimetic and scalp supporting brand.
We delve into the ethos behind Reverie, along with their challenges, and unique ingredients.
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Living and working with trichotillomania ~ from hairdresser and client perspective
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Sarah Sullivan is a hairdresser & educator. She trained in extensions, which led her to train in hair systems and wigs. This then inspired her to further train in trichology, and she now runs a private hair salon and separate air loss clinic.
Liz has had trichotillomania since she was 10. She lost all her hair after witnessing a traumatic car accident. As her hair grew back, she began to focus on it and notice its different textures. She didn't like it as the hairs grew back curly.
Over the years she has been able to manage her compulsion and recognise the triggers. Sometimes she is able to control the compulsion and sometimes she is not.
Liz always dreaded going to the salon to get her hair done. She had high anxiety and people used to point and stare at her which made her feel intimidated.
Since she has found a hairdresser with a knowledge and understanding of hair loss who has a private environment, she says it has taken the stress out of getting her hair done. She now enjoys getting her hair done.
We discuss the best way to approach a client or family member with this condition, and various areas of treatment.
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Travelling to Turkey for a hair transplant ~ is it the answer?
Dr Anthony Bared has a background in plastic surgery, with over 15 years as a surgeon.
He trained as a head & neck surgeon and now also specialises in hair restoration. He concentrates on just these few areas, so that he can develop and perfect his craft.
Dr Bared stresses the importance of communication to manage expectations. He also conducts follow ups after hair transplant surgery, seeing his patients back for upto a year afterwards, and how this may mean that travelling internationally for treatment can lead to less reliable, or even unsatisfactory long term results.
We also discuss over- harvesting the donor areas, and how aggressive procedures are not beneficial long term.
He shares how the surgery can necessitate a certain level of artistry, including considering the angulation and depth of each individual hair follicle for the most natural look.
The use of PRP to support the hair growth and expedite healing is also shared.
We look at Minoxidil and Finasteride, the side effects and how you can test to determine whether these would benefit you.
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Supporting women in the hair industry
Kat McEwan is 37, a hairdresser of over 20 years, who is now a coach who focuses on supporting working women and working mothers.
She suffered with postpartum depression & found it really difficult to get help, and to try to balance work and motherhood. We also discuss the pitfalls of hidden employment. She has been a single parent herself, and loves to help others set boundaries in their lives and thrive.'
She has created a coaching programme to help others on a similar journey. She looks at mindset, setting boundaries, and balancing work & parenting.
Kat wants to challenge the stigma around single working parents.
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What is PRP and can it be effective in treating hair loss?
Ruth Collis is a clinical trichologist who began hairdressing at the age of 14. She followed a few different career paths, but was always drawn back to hair.
She also has her own experience of hair loss, which led to her researching the causes and factors related to hair health, and becoming interested in trichology.
She then began studying with the Institute of Trichology and she now has a trichology clinic in Haywards heath.
She offers PRP, a treatment that uses your body's own natural resources to help to support hair growth. it can help to increase the diameter and density of hair over time.
Ruth shares her journey, along with some great advice and information!
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The Good Hair Tribe ~ Could Hair Coaching be for you?
Atilola Moronfolu is a Certified Trichologist & a Cosmetic Scientist, After developing hair products, she wanted more knowledge to be able to help people with hair & scalp concerns.
After completing her Trichology training in 2014, she set up a hair clinic and also developed a love for teachign & education, sharing her knowledge on products & techniques.
She offers 'Haircare literacy' for corporations and individuals.
She created the Good Hair Tribe which offers memberships and courses which are open to everyone in the world. You can learn hair science, hair loss, scalp disorders, growing hair and looking after your edges. She also has a course where you can learn to be a hair coach.
Atilola is running a FREE 3 Day Hair Coaching Business Intensive Bootcamp where you can learn about hair science, frameworks and business. Apply now to secure your spot!!
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The importance of skin testing & the consequences
Adam Haste is a specialist insurance broker, who has been in the industry for over 24 years. He works with very large companies with huge turnovers and high service expectations.
After helping a large number of salons gain payouts for loss of earnings during COVID, he began to work with Sentio salons to build more sector specific insurance policies for salons that better suited their needs.
Adam has helped to update the rulebook on allergy alert testing, and he shares the do's and don'ts to ensure that you comply with insurance and regulations.
We discuss the cosmetics directive and how this dictates the requirements of product companies regarding labelling & ingredients.
We look at PPD & its derivatives, and how these can cause alergies.
He shares why skin testing is so important, and the potential consequences of not carrying this out.
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Lichen Planopilaris ~ Living with cicatricial alopecia
Rebecca is a third generation nurse, who works in mental health nursing with young people, offering trauma therapy. She also has an interest in crime and forensics.
Two years ago her hairdresser noticed a couple of small bald spots, She recommended a hair loss shampoo which triggered a huge allergic reaction, resulting in painful, rapid hair loss and infected hair follicles. This led to boils and spots on the scalp which can flare up and be very painful at times.
She has been diagnosed with Lichen Planopilaris, a condition which has left her scalp with areas of scarring and permanent hair loss.
We talk about different treatments, if they have shown results, and any side effects, and Rebecca shares her story as she wants people to know that there are positive sides to alopecia too.
She has made connections with others through her instagram and youtube accounts, as well as alopecia support groups, and now hopes to work with young people affected by hair loss.
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Anorexia, eating disorders & hair loss
Dr Laura is a GP in Leeds, and also has a focus on functional medicine.
She says sometimes she feels rushed and struggles to build the relationship with patients that she would like to have. She has to focus on time critical conditions rather than those who may be seen as less serious.
As a young person, she had eczema and acne, and was bullied for this. She then later experienced anorexia, which led to hair loss. eventually she began to investigate what was causing her hair loss, and discovered that it can often be multi factorial.
Dr Laura has a great perspective of disordered eating from both a Doctor's and patient's point of view. She shares the difference between anorexia and disordered eating, and how even those who are overweight can still be malnourished and could experience hair loss.
We also look at how to manage stress and high cortisol levels and the impact it can have on the hair.
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Strategies to reduce stress & help to combat hair loss
Lisa West has been in the hair industry for over 40 years, and is the owner of Synergy Hair Loss in Portsmouth.
She began to take an interest in trichology after she trained in hair systems, but soon realised that without the underpinning knowledge on hair loss, she risked her clients missing out on getting help, or possibly even making their condition worse. She wanted to have answers for her clients and likes to take a holistic approach.
Lisa describes how to recognise high cortisol levels, and how hair loss can be impacted by stress. She shares her tips on starting off 2025 in a calmer, healthier state by making small, sustainable habits rather than unrealistic & unachievable New Year's resolutions.
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Mohs surgery & skin cancer ~ how to recognise the signs
Dr Rex, a dermatologist who treats skin & scalp conditions is back once more to discuss the different types of skin cancer, and what to look for if you notice something suspicious on a client or patient's skin or scalp.
We discuss Mohs surgery, and how it is used to incrementally remove skin cancer without removing large areas of skin, leading to reduced scarring & better healing.
Dr Rex describes how to recognise lesions such as basal cell & squamous cell carcinomas and melanomas, so that you will know when to advise a patient or client to go and get their mole or lesion checked out.
We also discuss how skin cancers may appear differently on darker skin types along with common traits.
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Understanding the science behind trichology & haircare using research & clinical reviews
Marta Teixeira is a clinical trichologist who has conducted clinical reviews and has published two articles.
In school, her hair made her a target for bullies, as it was big and curly, and even at the age of 14, she began to straighten and chemically relax it to fit in. She found over time that her hair became very damaged ad began to break off, which led to her having to change her haircare practices and begin to embrace her natural texture.
She began to take an interest in hair care and created an Instagram account to help others learn how to care for their curls.
She began to take an interest in hair science, which has led to her conducting extensive research on various papers and topics, including the science behind curly hair, and diagnosis using trichoscopy.
Marta shares tips on preparing to compile a clinical study if you would like to consider getting work published, and also the importance of regulation in the industry and finding the right practitioner for the right advice.
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We are as strong as we are fragile ~ Hair loss and self esteem
Dame Clarissa Burt is from the US, and is currently in Italy. She was a model for a long time, and is now creating her own wig brand, along with producing a self esteem book which she refers to as a manual, where she encourages you to be your own cheerleader, challenging how you speak to yourself.
She also shares her story of how she experienced hair loss no less than four times, all from different factors! She describes how each time was very distressing, and how hair loss can have a huge impact on your self esteem and the way you see yourself.
Clarissa lists the four pillars of self esteem and her set of values to live by for a positive life.
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How hair systems could have a positive impact on your clients and your business.
Rob has been in the hair industry for 20 years, and now owns Novo Cabello where he provides wigs & hair systems for clients as well as education for hairstylists and barbers so that these services are accessible. These salons can partner with him as well as learning how to fit the systems.
He decided to train in hair after a back injury prevented him from pursuing his career in dance & singing. He opened his first salon at the age of just 24, which he owned for 17 years.
The first time he fitted a hair system it was for his friend, who had suffered severely with their mental health because of their hair loss. This had such an impact on them both that it led to him finding his niche fitting systems and wigs. He wants to break down the stigma and for those who wear them to be celebrated and for it to become normalised.
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Making better product choices & understanding your hair & scalp needs
Kameese Davis, a mother of two from Birmingham, is a self-proclaimed entrepreneur, visionary and information geek.
She has created her own vegan haircare brand, Nylah's, after she struggled to find products for her daughter's needs when she was only 4 years old and suffered from seborrheic dermatitis. There was nothing natural that she could use for her scalp condition and hair type.
In the end she resorted to sourcing products from America, which was costly and time consuming, making it unreliable long term.
She shares her journey, along with her own experience of hair loss, which added to the struggles of starting her own business.
We discuss how some product brands are only concerned with the bottom line, even using waste products at ingredients to maximise profit, regardless of the impact on the end user.
She also talks about ingredient consciousness, and how many products ,marketed to black women are dangerously high in chemicals or toxic.
She has created a product line that celebrates her daughter's identity and her natural beauty.
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Creating supplements that really work ~ Seed and Soul
Deborah Maguire, along with her business partner Katie Hemming, both have a background in agriculture and have a sustainable ethos, with a passion for ethical, organic, fair trade products that are good for the planet and their clients.
They have a salon in the Cotswolds, and whilst Katie specialises in hair extensions, Deborah decided to train in trichology, and began to take an interest in nutrition, as she came to realise how important it can be for hair health.
They then decided to create their own supplement which aligned with their values. This meant that it has no fillers or unnecessary ingredients, and is made in England by a pharmaceutically accredited company.
We talk about how important it is to have the right ingredients, in the right levels, to ensure that the supplement is effective, as Deborah states, all the systems in the body need to work in harmony for optimum hair health, like an orchestra.
Deborah shares how important transparency is, and that how the product works and all the key ingredients are readily available for anyone to view before they even make a purchase. She describes the benefits of these ingredients and the amazing things they can do!
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Miniaturisation of the hair follicles ~ Can this be reversed?
Sergio Cardona is a second generation Trichologist, following in the footsteps of his Father, who he worked alongside as well as being his mentor.
We discuss hair miniaturisation, how it happens, how to recognise it, and whether the process is reversible, along with the differences between telogen effluvium and androgenic alopecia.
Sergio shares how hair shedding can have an effect on the hair follicle, and the exact point that the hair reduces where it can no longer be reversed. He also shares how telogen effluvium may show signs of hair miniaturisation but that it doesnt compromise the hair follicle in the same way that genetic hair loss might.
He describes how to detect why the hair is thinning and what is causing it, along with the importance of creating a specific time line.
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Alopecia Areata, Hypothyroidism, autoimmune conditions & hair loss
Holly Pini is a busy working mother, who works at a school with children with autism.
She suffers from two autoimmune conditions, Alopecia areata & hypothyroidism.
Her Mum has also had alopecia areata since she was 13, she wore wigs her whole life. She also has hypothyroidism.
During her GCSE's she was exhausted, and began to question if she had an issue. Eventually she found out she had hypothyroidism & has been on medication ever since.
She had no hair loss issues until after the birth of her second son.
She found that her hair loss was not met with anywhere near the same compassion & patient care as her hypothyroidism by healthcare professionals.
She describes how her mental health has been affected and how some days she finds it hard. she tries to be positive and pushed through the worst days. She also suffers from health anxiety, which she has had treatment for, and has been wary to try new treatments.
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How could a wig consultant help you?
Katie Dear is a wig consultant offering products, help & advice for those experiencing hair loss.
She has a long background in wigs, Theatre and T.V. She wanted something more flexible to work around her family, and now she helps people facing chemotherapy treatment & alopecia, and those with fine & thinning hair.
We discuss the importance of caring for people at a time in their life where they may be suffering with mental health issues. Katie also shares how it affects their families and partners, and how we can help support them through this too. Katie also opens up about how dealing with these people all day can also affect her own wellbeing, as she takes on her client's trauma.
Katie talks about how she helps families to navigate difficult conversations, and how to work around small children and loved ones, especially if they are having to undergo treatment.
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Hair Aid ~ How Charity work can have a long lasting impact
Louise Turner is a Hair Professional, Salon owner & Educator from Lincoln. She has been in the industry for 36 years.
She aims to inspire the future generation of hairdressers, and hopes to help to raise the standards within the industry.
She recently took a trip to Bali to carry out some volunteer work for Hair Aid Charity, educating the underprivileged people who live in the rubbish dump, and those serving time in the worst prison in the country, offering them a chance to improve their future prospects and change their lives.
They also visited an orphanage and cut the children's hair.
Louise says that the experience definitely changed her, and made her appreciate her opportunities a lot more in her own life. It changed her perspective, and she plans to go back again.
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Ozempic, bariatric surgery & hair loss
Dr Ademir JR has a clinic & academy in Brazil, where he educated the future generation of trichologists. He began his medical training at 17 & works with his brother in endocrinology & dermatology.
His own journey with hair loss began at just 15 years old. in 1998 he was involved in a study of Finasteride. He has also studied hair loss in PCOS & bariatric surgery.
In 2007 he certified with the IAT & began to understand the psycho-emotional aspects of hair loss.
We discuss the effects of Ozempic on hair health, and whether this presents from the medication, or as a side effect of the rapid weight loss. Dr Ademir also shares how insulin resistance can have an effect on all aspects of hair loss & impede recovery.
Dr Ademir has also written 8 books and launched the Brazilian journal of hair health.
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Is there inequality when it come to treating hairloss?
Dr Rex is from Arizona. He grew up in Nigeria and returned to the US at 18, where he studied medicine in New York. After learning that it was rare to find an African American dermatologist, he decided to specialise in this area.
We discuss how important it is to have representation within medicine, and how all practitioners should have a cultural understanding and empathy for their patients' backgrounds, traditions & beliefs.
It was after a mission trip to Ethiopia that he decided to become a Physician so that he could help people in rural underserved communities. He believes that there is an inequality within healthcare, particularly around the socially & economically challenged.
He works hard to encourage the future generation of dermatologists to use their skillset to increase access to dermatology in less desirable localities.
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Combining medical science and herbal remedies to create safer products
Dr Ellana Stinson is from Boston, Massachusetts. She is an award winning ER physician, and has battled health issues which has led to hair loss and poor hair condition.
Dr Ellana shares that after her issues with her health, having thyroid cancer and surgery, medication and dealing with fertility issues, she found that she began to develop a greater awareness of the ingredients in the products she was using.
Many products on the market contain harmful chemicals, such as endocrine disruptors, and she was keen to move away from this. As a natural problem solver who is inquisitive and has a degree in chemistry, she decided to create her own product brand.
We discuss the health equity & disparity in medicine, and also in haircare, and Dr Stinson describes how there is still a lot of work to be done to accurately assess how safe the products and chemicals used in salons are, and regulations around safe usage practices such as ventilation etc.
She shares how education is key, as some products have hidden chemicals or confusing labelling, and how you can find healthier alternatives.
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How important is nutrition when it comes to hair health?Charlotte Lucas was a Pharmacist with the NHS for 25 years, and she became a little disillusioned with the general lack of preventative action in medicine. She has now completed a master's in nutrition.
She believes that many chronic health conditions could be managed and treated in a better way, and our body is an ecosystem.
Charlotte shares that nutrition plays a huge part in relation to health, and having experienced hair loss twice herself, once as a teenager during her GCSE's, and then later during menopause too.
She uses a combination of functional medicine, nutritional medicine and pharmaceutical medicine.
We look at how inflammation can affect hair loss and autoimmune conditions, as she states that 75-80% of the immune system is located in the gut, and our microbiome impacts so many aspects of our health.
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It's not just about the hair!
Dr Pornima Mhatray has been a medical Doctor for over 30 years, and specialises in hair & skin treatments as she believes that hair or skin problems are a mirror of your overall health, and could be a sign of many possible concerns in the body.
We discuss taking a holistic approach to hair health, looking at many contributing factors, such as diet, stress & cortisol levels, hormones and fitness levels. She recommends nutrition, counselling, even meditation alongside some more conventional treatment options, and more recent innovations such as PRP.
She says she is seeing more patients im her clinic in Mumbai who are younger who are suffering from hair loss, and how this can affect their mental health. For some people, treatments like hair transplants can have a life changing effect, but this needs to be supported by an overall health plan.
Dr Pornima advises that if you are thinking of trying a certain product or medication, it is important to consult a professional to support and guide you.
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Hair transplantation ~ Navigating the industry from a patient's perspective
Spencer Stevenson is an advocate who approaches hair transplantation from the unique perspective of a patient, having had multiple hair transplant surgeries himself.
Through his own mistakes he has learned a great deal, and works hard to help prevent others from being conned or suffering from unethical practices. He knows first hand that the hair transplant industry is not always ethical, and it is important to carry out due diligence and research well before any transplant or procedure.
When spencer was young, he had tons of hair, and this was part of his identity. By the time he was 21, he had began to recede, and by the time he was 24, he had become so self-conscious that he began to become reclusive & depressed. He avoided social situations & missed out on important events.
He tried a hair system, and minoxidil but still wasn't happy. He saw an advert and thought all his prayers had been answered, but this was the start of a long and arduous journey to regain more hair.
Spencer now helps to advise others on what is best for them, helping them to avoid the pitfalls and negatives of the industry.
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Becoming a leader in the hairdressing industry
Rae Palmer began her career in the hairdressing industry in the late 80's, and she has seen a lot of changes in this time.
She has developed her own brand-neutral CPD education programme for hair professionals who want to grow & develop their business and their performance.
She believes we should focus on knowledge before technique, taking the time to learnt the science behind the services we offer as well as the image we portray on social media.
She has created the purple hearts, teaming up with HABIA and the hairdressing council, where collaboration is key in helping to lead & inspire others.
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Taking a holistic approach to hair
Emily Wiens has been in the hair industry for over 15 years, and over this time she has also become a functional movement specialist & yoga teacher.
As her career has progressed, she has grown to take a more health- centred view on hair, starting with her own health & working practices, and expanding into creating her studio, the Holistic Hair Hive.
She now recommends products with more natural ingredients, and we discuss how some product companies have a less than transparent approach when it comes to ingredients and labelling!
Emily shares her knowledge on how you can start to make better choices, and what to consider when wanting to take a healthier approach to haircare.
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Understanding CCCA & restoring hair after cancer treatment
Lorna Jones IAT has been a trichologist since 2018, with clinics in Central & South East London.
She has written two books on trichology & hair, supported by her experience and a degree in Biology!
She beleives that to understand how you lose hair, you have ot understand how it grows.
We discuss CCCA, what it is, how to recognise it and options to help treat this condition, as well as other scarring alopecias.
Lorna also shares how she has built up a community to support those experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment, and her work with the NHS and various charities.
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Is scalp health important or just the latest trend?
Karley Weir is a trichologist in Buckinghamshire who has been in the hair industry for 25 years. She has worked in many different avenues of hair, including cruise ships, TV, working abroad, managing salons, working in education and now she focuses on hair & scalp health.
As her career progressed, she wanted to understand more about the products she was using and their ingredients, and she began studying trichology ten years ago, when there were very few registered trichologists!
Karley shares her thoughts on the latest trends, and how this could influence salon business, as now 1 in 3 clients may have a concern around their scalp.
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The challenges of wearing wigs when you have sensory issues
Meg has autism & ADHD. She is a hairstylist and makes wigs in all colours.
She used to have long hair, but after shaving it off in 2018 to support a friend who was having chemotherapy treatment, she found she loved short!
It made her realise that having long hair had been very uncomfortable for her, and triggered her sensory issues. She loved the freedom of having short hair but being able to wear wigs and still enjoy long hair.
Meg creates amazing rainbow wigs, but also has an extensive knowledge of what makes a wig more comfortable for someone who may be on the spectrum and have sensory issues. She has done a lot of research & trial & error into what works and what doesn't.
We discuss the density, fittings, materials, including where the hair is sourced from, and how it is made.
Meg has a mission to make wig making more popular and normalised, as well as making the hair space more welcoming for neurodivergent stylists & clients.
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What are the options for Female Pattern Hair loss?
Dr Mary Alice Mina, a board certified dermatologist from Atlanta, Georgia, shares her knowledge on what female pattern hair loss is, how oestrogen can play a role in this condition and what are the treatment options.
Dr Mina was very artistic at school, and loved to dance, but when she became injured her career took a different path, and she began to take an interest in dermatology & skincare.
She describes how analysing skin conditions can even help to identify other health issues early on.
We discuss different things that may be used to treat or help manage genetic hair loss.
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What is the scalp microbiome and why is it important?
Dr Andrea Echeverry is a microbiologist & immunologist who studies the impact of modern living conditions on the scalp microbiome.
She also offers SMP and specialises in camouflaging hair transplant scars. She works with transplant surgeons & dermatologists to promote the importance of the scalp microbiome.
We discuss what a microbiome is, and why do we need it!
We look at why microbes can be important, and how conditions like dandruff are a form of biofilm in dysbiosis, and how microbes can also be found inside the dermal papilla & hair follicles.
Dr Andrea also shares how hair transplants affect the natural microbiome, and what products mean when they advertise themselves as 'microbiome friendly'.
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Integrating Eastern & Western medicine to support healthy hair & scalp
Dr Tom Ingegno is a licensed acupuncturist with 23 years experience of integrative medicine.
He offers an approach that extends beyond traditional treatments, incorporating East Asian medicine to help reduce stress and support overall health.
Tom shares how he works preventatively to help work towards a state of 'life enhancing' health, and how Chinese medicine can be used in the treatment of alopecia and hair & scalp health.
We discuss how treatments often have unexpected benefits, and how looking after yourself can lead to a vibrant state of health.
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Supporting hair growth through chemical burns, scarring alopecia and menopause.
Angela Fields is from Florida. She first experienced issues with her hair when she suffered from chemical burns, following the use of relaxer to straighten her hair.
She then began to experience thinning in perimenopause, and discovered that she had a deficiency in Vitamin D.
After these issues were resolved, she then developed a scarring condition, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, known as CCCA, and has had to undergo scalp injections and biopsies to help to identify and treat this .
Hair health at this point became extremely important to Angela, but, as she has an allergy to fragrances, she found that she was unable to use 96- 98% of haircare on the market that contains fragrance. She decided to make something for herself in her kitchen, but after being laid off from her job in the corporate world she was pushed to take the product range to market.
She now works to help & support those with hair health concerns, particularly leading up to the menopause, and has created a supportive community where she offers education and advice.
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She is losing it ~ A 20 year journey with alopecia
Natalie is 39, and has had alopecia for 20 years.
She has travelled a lot throughout her life, including Sydney & Singapore. She now lives in Amsterdam.
She loves sport and fitness, is a qualified yoga instructor & believes that movement is a huge part of maintaining her health & working on her mindset.
She likes to take time to self reflect and care for her mental health.
Natalie first saw a dermatologist in Australia at 19 years old, but didnt really get any help or solutions.
In January 2024 she experienced total hair loss for the first time, moving from alopecia areata to alopecia universalis. She describes this time as feeling almost like she was being 'rubbed out'.
Natalie shares her story, including steriod injections, wearing wigs, and navigating difficult conversations with friends and family.
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What happens when Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia goes undiagnosed
Lesley Rutter lives in Newcastle, around 10 years ago, at the age of 40, she began to notice severe hair shedding. The front of her hair began to be itchy, her hair follicles became raised & inflamed, and her hairline began to recede away.
She went to the doctor, and he told her it was just stress related,, and it would go away on its own.
She returned to various doctors over a period of six years, where she was repeatedly sent away and told that it was just because of stress.
She was left undiagnosed, not knowing where to turn or what she could do to treat her condition. She had bouts of severe shedding, including loss of eyebrows and lashes, which means her eyes are constantly itchy.
Eventually, a nurse noticed that her confidence was being severely affected, and that this was having an impact on her life, and encouraged her to advocate for herself and demand to be referred for treatment. This led to her being sent to a dermatologist, who finally diagnosed her with FFA. By this time, however, she had lost around two inches of her hairline, and was shocked to discover that this would not be reversible.
She now has a treatment plan, and has made connections with others, who can understand what she is going through, which she says has made a huge difference.
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The Hair Loss Clinic W/ Eva Proudman
Eva Proudman FIT has over 20 years in the hair loss industry and now has a very busy schedule, with clinics in Harley Street, Warwickshire, Hertfordshire, Staffordshire & Hampshire where she sees over 250 patients a month!
On top of this she works in product development, mentorship and consultancy.
After being involved in a car accident at 32, she medically retired and had to have her spine fused so she couldn't work. She ended up being invited to a networking group, where she met a hair extension company owner, which got her into the field of education & hair loss. She ended up buying out the company and developing the hair in recovery programme.
She then had bariatric surgery for diabetes, which led to her losing over 50% of her hair. This propelled her to develop her own award winning supplements, gaining data from over 700 patients, where she has seen good results.
She was also involved in the making of the TV series 'The Hair Loss Clinic', and has influenced many people to the point that they have now signed up to the Institute of Trichology themselves to study!
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What are JAK inhibitors & how can they be used to treat Alopecia Areata?
Dr Jemma Boyle has has alopecia since she was 10 years old, which began as small bald patches which she says could be easily hidden. By her late teens, it began to get worse & more obvious. At the age of 30, she first lost all of her hair. This then grew back, then she lost it again.
She is a Doctor who specialises in breast surgery & cancer research, who has been using JAK inhibitors to treat her own condition.
Dr Boyle shares how losing her hair caused her to stop & put more time into looking after herself better; she began running, journaling, eating better and even stopped drinking alcohol for a year. She is one of only 10% of those with alopecia areata who has experienced spontaneous regrowth after losing all their hair.
The JAK inhibitor Ribociclib has recently been approved on the NHS, and Jemma describes how it works, and how it can be used to treat hair loss.
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The facts about scalp cooling
Claire Paxman, the brand ambassador & Director of global education for Paxman scalp cooling, the global leader in scalp cooling.
Claire shares how it was her Mum having breast cancer in the 90's that first made her aware of scalp cooling, when she tried the cold cap. Her Mum went on to lose her battle with cancer at just 44. She was 14 when she had to shave all her Mum's hair off, which was a devastating experience for her.
Her Grandfather invented the first ice bank cooler for beer, and they began to use their knowledge of cooling systems to develop a better scalp cooling system which is a medical device.
Vasoconstriction can have a great effect on how much hair is lost during chemotherapy treatment, and also how fast it will grow back.
Claire shares how knowledge & education around the use of the cold cap is vital, and is working hard to ensure that the correct information is given and available to hospitals and patients.
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How mindset can help you through hairloss
Sonia Magnier has been in the hair industry since she was 15, became a Mum at 18 and opened her salon at 22, which she had for 20 years!
By the age of 24, she had 2 kids and 15 staff to manage. She felt the salon was consuming her life, she was overwhelmed & had no tools to manage her stress.
Sonia found a life coach & began looking at holistic ways to help her manage her life and work. This led her to want to help other salon owners with their mindset & to deal with their limiting beliefs.
We discuss how you can start to work to create small changes and build on them, and the huge impact & influence you can have on your team.
Using mindfulness, affirmations & focusing on the positives and what you are proud of can help you to set boundaries, dela with stress and create the life you want.
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Hair testing ~ How to really get to know your hair
Dr Jonathan Palmer has a PHD from Imperial College and works in Biotechnology. He has worked for cancer research and blood testing, and has now founded Hair Knowhow.
Dr Palmer describes himself as an experimentalist, who has been passionate about science since he got his first telescope at 7 years old.
He uses tests designed for product development, producing results for people who want to know about their hair health.
These hair tests produce impartial, data led diagnoses, which Jonathan describes as a branch of personal medicine.
Hair knowhow can test the hair in depth biochemically, inside & out. They can measure protein loss, porosity, lustre and the extent of physical or chemical damage.
Their aim is to help people be able to make choices on products & practices that can better look after their hair.
They can work with trichologists to enable them to provide a fully comprehensive hair analysis.
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How to Cut it ~ The Network for Hair Professionals W/ Dom Lehane
Dom Lehane has been in the hairdressing industry for 37 years.
He is a 4th generation hairdresser from Northamptonshire, who now spends most of his time podcasting and building a community.
Dom began his career working at Trevor Sorbie in London, and has been surrounded by hairdressers his whole life, including his wife!
He has always been passionate about fostering connections, and has created a brand new network called The Platform, a virtual networking space where those with a shared purpose can share reliable information and connect with knowledgeable professionals.
Dom tells all about his exciting new space which you can explore.
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Can breathwork help improve hair health?
Sandra Withers is a body balance breath coach.
At the age of 50 she decided to leave the corporate world and her position as Company Director which made her feel unfulfilled. COVID gave her time to stop and reflect on her life.
She began to explore subconscious transformation & became a coach, working with limiting beliefs and promote health & wellbeing. Reiki & breathwork helped her to work with clients to clear energy blocks.
We look at breathwork, how it works and what the benefits are, including how it may help someone experiencing a traumatic situation like hair loss.
Guided sessions can have emotional & physiological benefits, improving physical & mental health, reducing anxiety & stress levels and a way to detoxify the body.
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Can we reverse going grey? Interesting cases from New YorkPenny James is the only board certified Trichologist in New York City.
She has been a hairstylist for years, and, after experiencing hair loss herself studied trichology. Now she combines Beauty and Science within her atelier.
She finds awareness a struggle, as not enough people know what a trichologist is, and she wants it to become more well known, as long as campaigning for regulation within the industry.
Penny has seen some very unusual cases, which she shares with us today.
She presented these at the World Trichology Conference in London, which she says was the highlight of her career!
We look at the possibility of temporary greying, and how it may be triggered by a stressful event. Hair pigmentation could be used to show past life events by being monitored and measured.
Penny describes how the pineal gland can be a variable in hair growth and colour, and that mitochondria can lay dormant and then restart.
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Hair loss provision on the NHS
Dr Archana Rao is a dermatologist with an interest in perimenopause, menopause and hair and skin disorders.
She trained in India and retrained in the UK, specialising in biological treatments.
She runs a trichology clinic within Kingston Hospital, where she has worked hard to establish that hair loss is a medical need, not just a cosmetic one. She now has a waiting list of around 18 months, proving that there is a huge demand for her expertise.
Dr Rao has presented at the World Trichology conference in London, and regularly lectures GP's, sharing with them education around trichology and the importance of treating hair loss as a significant concern.
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From experiencing alopecia to opening a leading online trichology clinic
Claire suffered from alopecia areata at 27, which she puts down to stress. She lost over 90% of her hair in a matter of weeks. She describes the feeling of shame she felt, which led her to develop an alcohol addiction.
She has now recovered, but this condition led her to study trichology and spurred her on to opening her own clinic. Due to COVID, she began seeing patients online, and this became so popular that she now has a team of scalp experts working with her and can consult with upto 40 patients a week!
Trua now has over 53,000 followers on Instagram where she regularly shares tips & tricks, and debunks old myths around hair loss.
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Alopecia Areata Incognita, Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex & Pili Torti
Lottie lives in West Yorkshire. She has a rare skin condition called epidermolysis bullosa simplex, which she has had since childhood, which had a big impact on her life. Then just as that started to improve, at the age of 14 she developed alopecia areata incognita. She also has pili torti.
She began working in the hair loss industry when she was asked to take over Verve hair loss salon in 2020, where she used to be a client. The owner wanted to choose someone to hand the business over to who had experience of hair loss and also an interest in business. She now runs the salon with her mum.
Lottie is also now studying with the institute of Trichology, where she is enjoying learning more about her conditions within her course.
We discuss her conditions, what they are and how they impact her day to day life, how she has dealt with her alopecia and the strategies she has employed such as psychotherapy.
She also shares her decision to change from a fitted hair system to wearing wigs, to give her more choice and freedom, and how her Instagram account has helped her come to terms with being hair free.
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Upholding professional standards in the industry ~ The future of Trichology
Neil Harvey is the Chairman of the Institute of Trichologists.
He has a background in hairdressing, hair replacement services, products and education, which eventually led to him training in trichology.
His aim is to create a better future for Trichologists, patients, and the Institute. He was spurred on to take the position as chair because of the faith that his peers had in him to put him forward for the role.
Neil has made many changes within the last few years, and the Institute is now part of the Professional Standards Authority, and the Institute has moved location to Harley Street.
We discuss the changes that have been made, along with some other interesting aspects of the industry including becoming an expert witness and what this entails, along with being involved in product formulation and substantiating any claims they make.
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Persistent Chemotherapy Induced Alopecia
Jo had chemotherapy and radiotherapy in 2017, following breast cancer. She has had a double mastectomy and a hysterectomy, which plunged her into medically induced menopause.
She also lost her hair due to the treatment. She had been advised that this would probably happen, but was given the impression that it would grow back. She was not really given any information or advice regarding the cold cap, and after treatment, her hair didn't really start to grow back.
Jo sought help from her doctors, dermatologist and even a trichologist. She tried minoxidil, which yielded no results, and eventually was advised that her hair follicles seemed damaged, and after seven years, her hair has never fully grown back.
It wasn't until she spoke to a scalp cooling expert that she heard the term Persistent Chemotherapy Induced Alopecia, and found out how common it is.
Jo set up her instagram account 'Titless Wonder' to help to spread awareness around breast cancer, the options available, and the reality of the possible side effects of treatment, such as PCIA. She is determined to ensure that people know all the information to be able to make a fully informed decision on their treatment plan.
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Why your mindset is so important
Belinda Hillman says she is very aware of what it is like to feel 'less than', describing herself as a bit of a lost teen who was living in a bedsit at the age of just 16.
The hairdressing industry helped her to turn her life around, going from a council estate to working on a cruise ship and travelling the world. She then went on to own a salon, but felt that she needed more help with her own mental health so as not to feel isolated.
She then created the brand Belinda Mindset, where she encourages people to focus on what they are good at. She provides education through her HABIA accredited mindset course, sharing that she likes to leave a lasting impression on her learners and add value by paying attention to the small details. Her aim is to inspire people, even if it is just for one moment in time.
She has created six different packs of cards to provide guidance for motivation and mindset.
Belinda is currently a part of the VTCT collective tour, and is also offering education for Wella professionals.
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Why consistent habits and the right advice are paramount to regaining healthy hair.
Karis is 35 and lives in Kent. She began experiencing issues with her hair three years ago, when she had noticeable shedding which led to visible thinning.
She describes her life at the time as very stressful and difficult, a relationship breaking down and facing many challenges led to her not taking care of herself as well as she could have. She began to notice a large amount of hair in her brush and in the shower.
She investigated all the possible causes of her hair loss including traction alopecia and chemical/ heat damage.
Karis stresses the importance of using good quality products, and recognises their value. She believes that consistency is key when it comes to hair health.
Her hair was her crown, and losing that has had an impact on her confidence.
She says 'you can't put a price on the right advice' as we talk about being able to access and interpret information such as blood tests to accurately determine any deficiencies she has. Sharing this information with Karis meant we could look at the many different supplements she had bought, versus what she actually needed to make a difference.
We look at everything she had put in place to restore her hair to its former glory.
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Integrating wigs & hair systems into your Salon business ~ could it work for you?
Aileen Maher is in Kildare, Ireland. She is a hairdresser who has had salons for over 25 years. She became an educator, working for brands such as Joico & Alfaparf.
After a client got cancer & needed help, she began to take an interest in hair loss & hair systems. She now helps clients with all kinds of alopecia including thinning hair, Genetic alopecia, cicatricia & frontal fibrosing alopecia and medially induced hair loss.
Aileen discusses the new funding that may be available for clients for them to be able to pay for their wig.
Aileen & Bridgeen King are hosting a roadshow around the UK sharing their knowledge and expertise to help salons add to their services and increase their revenue.
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How to look after your hair & scalp in winter
Jill Lee, a hairstylist of 25 years, qualified as a trichologist with USTI over a year ago.
Trichologists are not very commonly known in America, and she loves being able to help her clients on a deeper level.
Jill tells all on how winter can have an impact on the hair & scalp - what does it need?
We discuss how you might want to change or add to your product range to help to give moisture and nourish the hair. Is winter shedding real or a myth?
We also look at the different scalp conditions, such as seborrheic dermatitis, dandruff and dry scalp- how do we tell the difference?
Jill states that scaly conditions not properly looked after can become breeding grounds for fungus and yeast, and the practices that can make these worse. We look at cleansing and exfoliating the scalp as well as the face and skin.
What do you need to add or include in your hair & scalp care regimen to get the best from your hair this season?
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The future of Afro hair & textured hair education
Jacqui Mcintosh is the European director of education for Avlon Europe and a specialist in texture management. She is an educator, mentor, coach & trichologist.
When training, she made it her aim to focus on every aspect of hairdressing to gain a huge amount of knowledge, and has kept learning & growing throughout her career.
During her time working for global brands as a consultant and educator she became a platform artist and travelled all over the world. She had the opportunity to work in Texas, where she gained knowledge & skills in Afro textured hair.
Jacqui loves the way that hairdressing can lead to so many career pathways & elevate & evolve to have multiple roles at the same time.
Avlon has now collaborated with the Fellowship of British Hairdressing & Denman to produce education on textured hair, and they have lots to offer this year when it comes to education.
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David Barreto began to notice is hair thinning at the age of just 20, and by the time he was 22, this had began to be quite noticeable.
He tried various treatments, but did not see any markable improvement. This led him to look into genetic hair loss, where he found that there has been a lot of research done that hadn't been put into use in commercial products. He wanted to bridge the gap between science and commercial products.
He wanted to create products that used natural solutions, adding compounds found in nature, rather than chemicals or synthetic drugs to treat hair loss, as he found that compliance can be an issue with some medical alternatives, along with the health warnings and side effects putting people off or making them a non- viable option.
He then began to create System K11, a science-led company, of which he is co-founder.
Looking at the driving forces behind genetic hair loss, he found studies that showed a correlation to the rate of hair loss and diet, researching into sugary drinks and type 2 diabetes as examples of how a dysregulated metabolism can have an effect on the mitochondrial rate of respiration which limits the amount of energy the hair follicles gain from the glycogen stores around the hair follicles.
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Study to show association with sugary drinks & hair loss
Study to show association with diabetes & hair loss
Studies published by K11:
Focus: Hair follicle glucose metabolism in androgenetic alopecia.
Title: The ‘bald’ phenotype (androgenetic alopecia) is caused by the high glycaemic, high cholesterol and low mineral ‘western diet’
Journal: Trends in Food Science & Technology (An official journal of the European Federation of Food Science and Technology)
Impact Factor: 15.3
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0924224421004362
Focus: AGA and 8 aggravating drivers, including glucose metabolism but also DHT, nutrition, prostraglandins etc
Title: An Updated Etiology of Hair Loss and the New Cosmeceutical Paradigm in Therapy: Clearing ‘the Big Eight Strikes’
Journal: Cosmetics
Impact factor: 3.3
https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/10/4/106
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Time for another season break!
I really hope you enjoyed all the guests for season 6.
We will be back in a few weeks with tons more great guests!
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How colitis related hair loss led to a career in wigs
Hediye Garcia has a background in hair, and was on the path to studying to be an educator when she began to experience hair loss.
She was simultaneously suffering from Alopecia Areata and Telogen Effluvium, which she originally put down to stress, but further investigation showed deficiencies in folic acid and iron.
Hediye was puzzled as to how she could have become anaemic when she follows a very healthy Mediterranean style diet, and after tests she was told she had colitis, which meant her body wasn't absorbing nutrients from food effectively.
She describes her hair loss, along with her diagnosis of colitis very mentally challenging, and she had to try to put her condition into perspective and focus on being grateful, not letting it consume her days.
This all led her to begin to take an interest in wigs and hair systems, and she even made her own wig!
She now offers hair extensions, wigs & toppers in Ashford, Kent. She shares her knowledge and information.
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How can blood tests be used in hair loss diagnosis?
Tolu Blooms, the fine hair coach is a trichologist and has a salon in Lagos, Nigeria, where she takes a holistic approach to hair.
She explains how 'protective' hairstyles that may be popular can be detrimental to hair health and shares her philosophy that hairstyles should never be painful!
Tolu invited a Trichologist into her salon to train her staff, and this was what sparked her curiosity to study the science of the hair & scalp herself.
We discuss when and why you may need to get blood tests taken, and how to use and interpret the results to aid in diagnosis and formulating a treatment plan, after Tolu shares her own recent experience of discovering she had an iron deficiency.
Tolu explains that prompt action is key with the statement 'time is follicles'!
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Would you employ an ex offender? ~ How hairdressing changes lives
Diane, a Hairdresser & Lecturer, works in HMP SEND in Guildford.
She delivers the Hairdressing NVQ levels 1-3 in partnership with Milton Keynes College.
After training to become an educator so that she could give something back to the industry, she now has an extremely rewarding job role where she can literally help to change someone's future.
We look at how the programme is so valuable within the prison, and how engaged & committed the prisoners are, appreciating the value of what they are learning. Diane shares some of her former students' successes to prove how effective this opportunity can be.
Diane describes the procedures of the prison, and how she feels very safe teaching there, with a very diverse range of students and clients.
She also highlights how the hairdressing industry has a lower than average hiring rate of ex- offenders, and how they could prove to be a real asset to an employer, and deserve a second chance.
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Building a strategy to thrive in your business ~ not just survive
Maddi Cook is 34, and after being a hairdresser for 12 years, and after suffering from sciatica, having back surgery gave her an opportunity to change the focus of her career to helping others in the industry with her brand Boss your Salon.
She shares her knowledge on how we can protect ourselves for the future, and how to put measures in place in case something goes wrong.
Maddi gives her insight into the importance of having multiple revenue streams, or at least another source of income.
Maddi has also been diagnosed with ADHD, and we discuss the large amount of neurodiversity within the hair industry and why this can be a great profession for people with ADHD!
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Making the move to study Trichology ~ a route to career advancement
Helen Miller is 46, and has been in the hairdressing industry for 30 years. For the last 7 years she has been a mobile hairdresser.
After taking a course with the Cancer haircare charity and learning how to take care of clients with cancer, this sparked her interest to gain more knowledge in order to better help her clients.
Her lack of knowledge around the hair & scalp functions and conditions has motivated her to begin studying trichology, and she says the more she learns, the more she wants to learn!
We look at how going back to basics and educating clients on caring for their hair has improved her consultations, and as her knowledge has grown so has her confidence, which she finds empowering.
Helen shares her experience of choosing the right course, and going back into study after a long period of working.
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Can menopause cause hair loss?
Tina Edwin, is married 51 year old Mum of two, lives in Kent. She is a marketing manager for Capital Space, with 9 Business Centres across Kent, Essex, Croydon & Milton Keynes.
She shares her story of how after symptoms of perimenopause began at age 44, she began to experience problems with her hair.
She first noticed a small bald spot on her crown that her husband pointed out, and the hair loss began to get worse. She went to the GP who diagnosed her with Alopecia Areata. She asked for a hospital referral and was told that they would not consider this until she had lost over 50% of her hair!
After this, Tina had to seek her own solutions for help, trying different options, including researching HRT, which she claims had a noticeable improvement on her hair loss.
Tina says that her alopecia made her feel embarrassed and ashamed, and shares her story in the hope that others ay find it helpful.
Since experiencing her hair loss, she has made many changes to her lifestyle, including probiotics, supplements, meditation and exercise.
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Scalp Micropigmentation on long hair ~ When you want to add density
Nadia Dodds is a permanent make up artist who, even though she describes herself as having a good head of hair, since having children and getting more white hairs, her front hairline has thinned out, which makes it appear like she is receding.
Since her boyfriend trained in scalp micropigmentation, he suggested to add some colour to give the appearance of density, and she is very glad she did!
We discuss how it works, the options available, why it's important to find a reputable artist who will give you honest advice, maintenance and even removal!
Nadia also shares that her mum has had the treatment done after years of using hair fibres, and how much confidence it had given her, proving that SMP is not just for men or shaven heads.
We also discuss how to deal with negative comments or trolling.
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Salon Suites ~ A new way of working
Celebrity Stylist John Gillespie, who has over 38 years in the industry and has styled stars including Beyonce & Kylie Minogue, describes his career as a fantastic journey.
He has had roles in education, presenting shows for as many as 5,000 people, TV work, been involved with building products and brands and even created a new and innovative hairbrush!
We look at how the accumulation of learning and experiences throughout his career have led him to his new role, introducing a new way of working for the hair & beauty industry in the UK.
John's continual efforts to maintain relevance in this dynamic industry and to keep his career interesting and exciting has led him to many different avenues and job roles, which has in turn given him a wide range of experience and expertise to bring to this new role.
Phenix salon suites has over 350 locations in the US, and so far there are now premises in Manchester and Birmingham, with more to come.
With over 65% of the hairdressing industry now self-employed, the new model of Salon suites enable any budding entrepreneur to open their own business with as little as just £250 deposit.
We also discuss why as a professional it is important to charge properly, and why more stylists are turning to niche, smaller brands.
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The Latest Innovations in Hair Transplants ~ Everything you need to know
Dr Alan Bauman has spent the last 25 years in the field of hair restoration, and has seen the industry improve exponentially over this time.
He always had a love for surgery, and when he saw a hair transplant, he was shocked by how good it looked.
Having now treated over 30,000 patients, and over 13,000 hair transplants, Dr Bauman shares the latest methods and techniques being introduced, what they are and how they are used, including eyelash transplants!
We also discuss the importance of collaborations and building relationships with other complementary specialists to be able to offer a high level of care to each patient.
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Why we need to start a chemical free revolution when it comes to Haircare
Tymika Chambliss-Williams created her own organic, plant- based product range after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
She began to look for chemical free products sourced from ethical, sustainable suppliers, as she began her journey to live a cleaner living lifestyle, and found no real options.
We talk about why, as a consumer, it is our responsibility to try to create change in the hair & beauty product industry, and how Iyanu organics wants to start a chemical free revolution!
The whole ethos behind the brand is to foster a sense of empowerment & wellbeing for their customers.
Tymika shares how she strives to be a positive influence and role model for her daughters, and teaches them to question and challenge societal norms and standards.
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Living with psoriasis ~ how to become HEROES
Brittane Thames, Atlanta based barber & social media manager, has been living with psoriasis since she was 13. She states that 7.5 million Americans live with the disease.
She speaks about how she navigated this as a teenager, and that it was her hairstylist that recognised that she had a condition and referred her for help. The knowledge and expertise shown by her hairstylist, along with her sensitivity and compassion, has led to her being a loyal customer for the past 22 years!
The Global Healthy Living Foundation has created a free online platform designed to equip stylists to better support their clients with skin & scalp conditions. Brittane is now a HEROES participant and ambassador.
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When should you consult a dermatologist for help?
Dr Elle de Moll is a Connecticut- based dermatologist who is in support of the Global Healthy Living Foundation's non-profit campaign, the Health, Education + Reliable Outreach + Empathetic Support, which has been created by, with and for stylists, salons & barber shops to equip stylists to support their clients with skin & scalp conditions.
Dr Elle discusses why it is a benefit to everyone for stylists and therapists to be able to help to address any skin & scalp concerns their clients may be facing.
We talk about new & emerging treatment options, how medicines are getting more targeted & precise, and how she has studied new treatments for melanomas, using the immune system to help fight cancer.
We discuss how to recognise skin cancer and the signs to look for, inequalities and why people of colour are less likely to visit a dermatologist for help. They also may experience undertreatment of chronic conditions. Dr Elle also challenges the misconception that only fair-skinned people can get skin cancer, and how someone may have a genetic pre-disposition.
She urges anyone who is concerned to seek help, and doesn't like to see anyone being preyed upon by unethical marketing companies.
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Alopecia Love ~ spreading awareness through Instagram
Jess Mullen is 27, and has Alopecia Universalis.
She experienced rapid hair loss in 2012, when she was just 16 years old! Which led to the total loss of all body hair. She describes her alopecia as the worst thing that has ever happened to her.
Jess shares how she had to do a lot of work to find a way to deal with it and learn to build her self esteem.
She has found comfort by building a community with others with alopecia and uses her Instagram page to educate and inspire others.
Her bravery to share pictures of herself with no hair, and sharing her makeup routine with tips and techniques provides valuable help to others, who often reach out to thank her for being such an inspirational role model.
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What its like to be the only AIT Associate Trichologist in Bermuda
Shapri Joell began her career as a hairstylist, but as she began to see a large number of clients with conditions she could not help with, which led her to develop an interest in trichology.
She decided to relocate from her home in Bermuda to London for three years in order to study with the Institute of Trichology, to become the only Associate member practicing in Bermuda!
She aims to educate & support hairdressers in her community to make sure their practices are not causing harm to the hair or exacerbating existing problems, such as CCCA and chemical damage, which she sees at lot.
She has worked hard to build connections with local GPs and other professionals, which has been useful in helping her patients get the tests to ensure they get the help & support they need.
Shapri often uses natural ingredients combined with hair science to treat her patients.
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How can you get exposure and attract potential clients
Sarah Yorke opened her own salon at just 23 years old! 7 years later and the salon felt more like a prison than a blessing.
She decided to move to Manchester to follow her heart, and found herself in the position of trying to find a new hairdresser herself.
She also needed to build a new clientele and wanted to get her work seen by as many people as possible.
Sarah knew that entering a random salon in her local area was a risk, and wanted to create a way to find out what the stylists were like within the salons, and what their work looked like, being able to see what they specialise in and their education and experience.
She created the Stylebook Directory, meaning you can search for exactly what you want and find the stylist perfect for your needs.
Following this, she also created Stylebook Education, for students and educators to look for employment, staff, and for them to showcase their work or look for models.
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Healthy Hair from Within ~ How a Vitamin B12 deficiency can affect your hair.
Fiona McNulty is a Trichologist.
With 10 years in the Hairdressing industry, her career progressed and her role changed to educator.
She began to notice that she was losing a lot of hair. She also started to experience muscle pain, weakness and tiredness.
Tests revealed a deficiency in B12, with extremely low levels. She now has to have regular injections which she will have to continue for the rest of her life.
Fiona offers help and advice on how to recognise a deficiency and how to avoid it, and we discuss blood tests and how they can be a useful tool to help decipher any issues that may contribute to hair loss or affect hair health.
Fiona's favourite trichological treatment is a Scalp Facial, which is very popular at the moment!
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More hair naturally ~ rebalancing the microbiome of the scalp
Mahryah Shain from More Hair Naturally has the philosophy that nature provides everything we need for a healthy body.
We discuss the use of ingredients such as probiotics, which help rebalance the scalp's microbiome, amino acids, peptide complexes and anti-oxidants such as giner & copper to help fight against free radicals.
We also look at the role of hyaluronic acid and stem cells in hair growth.
Mahryah shares his knowledge on genetic hair loss and the effects of DHT on the hair follicles.
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Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Chelcey Salinger is a third- generation Trichologist!
After studying general medicine and applied science, she then studied with the International Association of Trichologists to follow in the footsteps of her Dad and Grandad. She had the pleasure of working alongside her Father before he retired.
Chelcey shares her knowledge on a Cicatricial (scarring) alopecia called Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia. This condition is common in Caucasian women, often after menopause.
We look at the signs, causes and possible methods of treatment for this condition, which seems to be becoming more and more prevalent.
Chelcey discusses if the use of sunscreen is a contributing factor, what perifollicular inflammation and scaling are, and what they look like, how to tell if the condition is active or in remission, and how to formulate and effective treatment plan.
Chelcey is also a guest speaker at the World Trichology Congress, and has created her own scale of measurement to determine the amount of perifollicular inflammation.
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References:
Kerkemeyer KLS, Eisman S, Bhoyrul B, Pinczewski J, Sinclair RD. Frontal fibrosing alopecia. Clin Dermatol. 2021 Mar-Apr;39(2):183-193. doi: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2020.10.007. Epub 2020 Oct 17. PMID: 34272007.
Treatments:
Kępińska K, Jałowska M, Bowszyc-Dmochowska M. Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia - a review and a practical guide for clinicians. Ann Agric Environ Med. 2022 Jun 24;29(2):169-184. doi: 10.26444/aaem/141324. Epub 2021 Aug 31. PMID: 35767748.
Sunscreen metanalysis:
Kam O, Na S, Guo W, Tejeda CI, Kaufmann T. Frontal fibrosing alopecia and personal care product use: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Dermatol Res. 2023 Apr 4. doi: 10.1007/s00403-023-02604-7. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 37014396.
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Why I had to choose my hair over my acting career W/ Shalita GrantAn actress since High School, Tony- nominated Shalita grant publicly quit a popular long standing Television show after suffering from traction alopecia, thinning hair and breakage in front of an audience of millions.
Holywood's tendency to ignore the needs of actors with textured hair meant that Shalita faced daily hair practices and techniques that caused severe long term damage to her own hair. The producers did not understand or provide for the complex needs of her hair and this put limitations on her career.
She also faced backlash and trolling online when she tried to wear a wig to minimise further damage to her own hair. At the time, she could see no other option than to quit the show.
After overcoming her own obstacles, she created the Four Naturals treatment to renew, restore and rebuild her hair, which is now in the best condition and more manageable than its ever been.
This meant that her public and traumatic hair experience has not had to lead to her abandoning acting or hiding her hair forever. She chose to heal, both inside and out, and is now finding ways to be able to be on set with her own natural hair.
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How your business can build connections within the community and make a difference.
Craig Henderson owns a barbershop in Bolton, where he aims to serve everyone in the community. He provides a service which is inclusive to those who are neurodiverse, have additional needs, are trans, queer, all genders and sexualities.
He encourages other business owners to look at how they can build their business to be inclusive to everyone in their local community, and offers help and advice to make this experience as easy to implement as possible.
Craig shares his knowledge on tips to make each haircut as easy as possible for barber and client, and how learning these skills will improve your work as a stylist and your business.
Craig is an ambassador within the local area, visiting special needs schools and nurseries and working to desensitise them to the process of getting a haircut.
UPDATE: During recording, Craig tells us that he is nominated for an NHS award for all the work he does within the community, and HE WON!
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What is it like to have Chronic Telogen Effluvium?
Tom Holmes describes his hair loss journey as a rollercoaster.
After having cervical fusion surgery, he was left unable to eat or drink whilst in recovery and quickly lost 30lbs. He then began to lose his hair rapidly.
He shares his story with us, his recovery and then further bouts of extreme shedding. He has correlated these episodes to periods of sudden weight loss. Every time he loses hair he finds it just as painful as the first.
He was so self conscious that he wore hats everywhere, even to dinner out and to a wedding! Because he didn't want to answer questions around his hair loss and found it upsetting when people assumed he had cancer.
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How you can create your own product range
Karen Agnes created K2A skincare in 2016, with the aim to produce a range that contained bespoke ingredients that resonated with the brand, her values, and a holistic approach to beauty treatments.
She looked at the whole holistic approach when it comes to using and buying products, and this range was made with selected ingredients, how they all work together and how they can enhance the whole customer experience.
We discuss how to set up your own range of products, how easy it is to do, the pitfalls and legal considerations, along with all the steps involved.
What are the advantages of having your own products?
Karen also speaks about the importance of choosing to work with people who are in alignment with your brand values and vision.
Along with the products, Karen has built some personalised rituals and application techniques to make sure that the salons who use them stand apart from others in their area, giving them a point of difference, and how this can build loyalty for you and the brand.
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Are you able to cater to the needs of your community?
Stephanie La Flora shares her story of how she felt alienated by being turned away by every salon in her area, and how humiliating it felt.
She decided there needed to be a change in the industry, and despite being pregnant, having just quit her job, and being in the middle of a lockdown due to a global pandemic, she decided to create the change she wanted to see and founded CrownHunt.
Stephanie wishes to help salons be more inclusive to everyone in their community, and to provide representation for everyone, including in the product ranges salons offer.
She wants to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses that honour diversity and culture.
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It's the end of season 5!
Thankyou to all the guests that have made this possible.
Season six will be here shortly!
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Tackling Curly Hair with Confidence
Starr Mason is the Field Education Leader for the Hair Cuttery family of brands and is a hair stylist with over 30 years in the industry.
She began her career in school, after being inspired by Vidal Sassoon, and didn't realise at the time all the different avenues that would become available to her throughout her career.
Starr believes that education is a never-ending journey and loves to re-ignite stylists' passion for hair.
She has learned to love her textured hair and getting to know what it needs and likes, and encourages others to do the same with their own hair, and for their clients!
She urges people to jump in when it comes to working with textured hair and not to be scared to work with curls.
We discuss how to work with textured hair, much product to apply, the difference between cocktailing and layering products and maintenance.
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Look Good Feel Better
Kassi McFarlane is Hairstylist who specialises in styling hair for weddings & special occasions.
She first heard about the Look good feel better charity 20 years ago, when she worked on cosmetic counters recommending products.
The Charity is now approaching its 30th anniversary!
Look good feel better supports those receiving cancer treatment to be able to be given advice and help on how to adapt to changes treatment may make to your hair, skin, body shape, (including eyebrows, nails, face shape).
Their volunteers include make-up artists, Hairstylists and stylists to help you learn methods & techniques for changes in make-up, how to deal with new hair growth, different lengths, texture & colour, skin texture and what to wear for different body sizes or shape.
Kassi describes how 'superficial' treatments such as hair and make-up can have a deeper significance for cancer patients who just want to get back to feeling like themselves.
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The benefits of an apprenticeship in the Hair Industry
Sarah Abel from TNB skills training joins me to talk about the importance of apprenticeships within the Hairdressing industry and the benefits of the programmes.
Sarah has been in the industry since she was 13! She returned to hair & beauty at 38, learned nails, and took over a business. She realised that there was a gap in the market for nail training apprenticeships.
She has had to often defend the industry against the common misconception that hairdressing or any vocational courses are not a pathway to a lucrative career, and the negative connotations that these are only for students who are not suitable for A-level courses or University.
Sarah has the stats to prove that actually these jobs can be just as high earning if not more!
We discuss the benefits of an apprenticeship programme, and what the future may hold for the industry.
Her academy has grown since 2008, and she has worked hard to find ways to work with employers to make sure both them and their trainees are well supported.
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How hair loss made me a better Hairdresser
Jessica Young has been in the Hair industry for 16 years, and thought that she knew enough about the hair & scalp to advise and help her clients; That is, until she began to experience extreme hair shedding herself!
She then realised that there was a lot more that she could learn, and tells how her own journey has made her be able to support her clients so much better too.
As a busy mum, when she first noticed her hair loss, she didn't really take any action, and now realises that she was on the verge of burnout, with low iron, migraines, body shakes and brittle, poor quality hair.
We discuss how hair loss can be a sign of other issues such as deficiencies in the bodies that should not be ignored, and where to go to get effective help.
Jess says that her experience has changed her approach to client consultations, and has made her a better hairdresser as a result.
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See the Human first ~ Could your salon be more inclusive?
Keri Blue is a barber & short hair specialist, who was inspired to learn to cut hair after being refused service at a barber shop in Brighton.
She found the whole experience so shocking and embarrassing, that this led her to join learn to cut hair, to ensure that other people could have a more positive experience.
She now works hard to educate others within the industry to help them and their businesses be more inclusive to all LGBTQIA+ people.
Keri is all about challenging stereotypes, and unpicking social constructs, gently suggesting how we can make small changes to be more inclusive,
We discuss how the journey to your salon begins far before a client sits in your chair, and what you can do to show that you are Trans and non- binary friendly.
We also look at the benefits of hourly pricing and gender neutral pricing.
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The factors that have the greatest impact on your hair
Dr Gaby Longsworth joins me again this week to share her wealth of knowledge about factors that have an impact on hair loss and the quality of the hair you grow.
Dr Gaby Longsworth is a mum, wife, Ph.D. Scientist, Certified Hair Practitioner, Trichologist, a biotech/pharmaceutical patent attorney, and owner of Absolutely Everything Curly. She has a Ph.D. in human genetics and molecular biology at The Johns Hopkins University and a B.S. in molecular biology from the Florida Institute of Technology.
Gaby is deeply passionate about sharing her knowledge and research while continuing the movement of cherishing, embracing, and discovering your natural beauty.
We look at contributing factors such as scalp health and the microbiome of your scalp, along with your diet and the microbiome of your gut!
She also explains how stress can have an impact on your hair and scalp health.
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You are your brand ~ How to market yourself W/ The Profile Guy
Chris Foster began his career as a barber in North London. He trained at Enfield College but had big dreams!
He worked hard to raise his profile and skills, and has had an exciting career including being Creative Director in both Harrods and Selfridges.
Chris quickly recognised that in order to achieve his goals he had to market himself and his brand. He became the director for the British Barbers Association, has written countless articles for magazines, and went on to work for big fashion houses, even getting paid over £4,000 for just one haircut!
Chris shares his knowledge and expertise on how to build a strategy and market your brand, along with how you may have to work through your limiting beliefs and get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
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Trichotillomania ~ Getting to the 'root' of the problem
Ruth Parchment is a therapist who works with anxiety based issues.
She has always had a curiosity for people and why they do what they do, and the history leading up to that point.
She treats lots of people with trichotillomania, which falls under the OCD umbrella.
This can present in many different ways, and be sporadic or habitual, even happening multiple times per day.
Trichotillomania can also be conscious or unconscious, and many people experience guilt or shame around the condition.
Ruth delves into what Trich is all about, how and why it happens, and how it can even cause changes in the brain!
She shares how to help someone going through it and talks about how compassion is important.
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When Trichology and cosmetics combine ~ How to get expert help when choosing hair products
Samantha Stewart MIT & Rachel Marcelin join me today, two of the founders of Curl ID, the online science- based hair analysis platform.
Are you fed up of buying products you think will work for your hair and they don't?
Managing curls can be a mystery, whilst many products promise amazing results and don't deliver.
Curl ID was founded to help people understand & manage their textured hair better, taking a scientific approach rather than a cosmetic one. Their aim is to build a supportive community offering a carefully curated selection of recommended products.
Curl ID have also developed hair analysis kits, so that you can get a personalised report on the best products for you.
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How your relationship with your hair affects your relationship with yourself
Hannah Bradley, the Curly Confidante, is a hair coach who helps people not only manage their hair, but to explore their relationship with their hair, and describes how this can have an impact on your whole relationship with yourself.
Having been bullied in primary school, Hannah has experienced having low self- esteem, sharing that it knocked her confidence and made her not like her hair.
She began to straighten her hair or tie it back so as to try to 'fit in' and not draw attention to herself.
She fully understands the impact of a bad hair day, and we discuss how the way we feel about our hair can be just as damaging as picking at any aspect of our body in the mirror every day.
We have so many beauty standards that we are expected to conform to, and Hannah advocates for us to listen to our inner voice, doing things because they feel good, and not because you feel you 'should'.
We look at how your relationship with yourself can affect your relationship with your hair, and how you need to be kind to yourself and put yourself first.
Hannah says: Be your own best friend & advocate, don't let the harshest criticism come from within!
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How to take a more creative path in your hairdressing career
Ashleigh Hodges is the Vice President for the Fellowship of British Hairdressing.
Coming from multiple generations of hairdressers, she began with the Fellowship as a clubstar member, then a member of the FAME team, and began to work with Errol Douglas a lot.
She has experienced many different aspects of the industry throughout her career and describes herself as having a very driven mindset.
Ashleigh shares her insights into how you can progress in your work and how she got into more creative areas of the industry.
We discuss the benefits of the Fellowship, and how it aims to create opportunities for creativity and expansion at all levels in many different areas and how much the platform offers to help you learn and grow. It's all about a collaborative environment where every member of the team's input is valid and welcome.
Ashleigh offers her tips on how her mindset and attitude have set her apart, and why having clear boundaries is important.
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Understanding ingredients in Hair products ~ What should you look for?
Dr Gaby Longsworth is a mum, wife, Ph.D. Scientist, Certified Hair Practitioner, Trichologist, a biotech/pharmaceutical patent attorney, and owner of Absolutely Everything Curly. She has a Ph.D. in human genetics and molecular biology at The Johns Hopkins University and a B.S. in molecular biology from the Florida Institute of Technology.
As a scientist, she was curious to learn why certain hair products worked well for her hair but others did not, so she started learning to understand the different ingredients.
She was shocked at the amount of misinformation and the misleading marketing tricks companies used.
Gaby is deeply passionate about sharing her knowledge and research while continuing the movement of cherishing, embracing, and discovering your natural beauty.
We look at the different ingredients, what they do and how to read and understand the labels on your hair products.
Gaby also describes the challenges of being mixed race and having curly hair in a professional Law environment, and how embracing her natural texture and also grey hair challenged the expected 'standards' of some institutions.
She shares her knowledge on how to care for grey hair.
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The importance of eyebrows ~ when alopecia affects your facial hair
Jason Berndt was a fighter pilot in the military until recently, when he sete up 'My Two Brows'.
He believes that the stress of the military training and studying an engineering degree have contributed to his alopecia.
His first experience of hair loss was alopecia areata patches at around 8 years old.
Then at 19, at military college, he noticed it again, and the hair on his right eyebrow began to disappear, along with his eyelashes.
Eventually, he had lost so much hair he had to shave it off, which he describes as a traumatic experience.
He has looked into various treatments, but really found options for men to disguise what is happening pretty limited. It was difficult to find a solution that didn't draw attention to himself or look unnatural.
In the end, he came across temporary eyebrow tattoos, but there were not a lot of options or choice, so Jason began to make his own!
He now produces many different colours, styles and sizes. These help not only those with hair loss but also conditions such as trichotillomania too.
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Curl Daddy ~ Helping men embrace their natural hair texture
Edwin Borquez is the founder of Curl Daddy products.
His Caribbean heritage has given him very curly hair and a great look which led to a career in modelling. This was a confusing time, as some people would tell him to tame his curls to help blend in to get more work, and some would advise him to embrace his textured hair for a more different look.
He has had to learn to style and handle his hair after chemically straightening it and damaging it to 'fit in'.
When looking for products for his hair, he struggled to find any that he could identify with. He also wanted something with more natural ingredients, as he didn't want to use products every day containing chemicals that would be absorbed through his skin.
This led him to create a range of products with a natural formulation that were easy to use and apply, with hair & scalp health as the focus.
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How can salons work to support trans clients
Mac McGregor is 57, and is a trans activist and educator
Growing up, he had zero exposure to the LGBTQ+ community, but from a very early age found that he didn't identify as a girl.
They got into martial arts, which allowed him to have an outlet to be more masculine and also to see more of the world.
Due to the regulations of the sport, Mac waited until his martial arts career ended before medically transitioning at the age of 42.
Once he began this journey, he started to look for queer- friendly salons that would welcome him and understand his needs.
Mac shares how there is a high rate of suicide in young LGBTQ people due to isolation, and there is a need for more mentors in the trans community.
He invites people to look at social conditioning and question what serves you and what doesn't.
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How to market sensitive services such as hair loss treatments
Michael Reynolds became a business consultant after years in the hairdressing industry. He has experience being self- employed, running his own business and dealing with clients going through cancer treatment.
He likes to promote marketing and branding in a personal, friendly way, avoiding hard sales tactics.
Michael describes what modern-day branding is, and how you can use it to show what you are all about.
He says when marketing your services, be as organic and authentic as you can; it's not all about followers and filters, it should be about how you make people feel and the outcome of their service.
We look at how you can measure your time to make sure you get the important things done.
Michael shares his knowledge on how to best market sensitive services and difficult subjects to those who might need it, avoiding the blurred out images!
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Using JAK inhibitors to treat alopecia areata
Tommy Hall began experiencing hair loss in November 2021, and within four weeks, he has lost around 70% of hair over his entire body.
He has no idea what had caused his hair loss, and found that there was no cover from the NHS to help him with treatment.
He went to the dermatologist and was given a diagnosis of alopecia areata, which was a relief and a shock.
Tommy began researching treatment options, and happened upon a Facebook group where some members had been using JAK inhibitors to treat their hairloss, a relatively new treatment using drugs that were originally designed to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
He is now coming to terms with this new treatment regime, and that he may be living with alopecia his whole life.
We look at how to find affordable treatment, the side effects and dealing with the unknown.
Tommy describes how he feels empowered by his ambition and strength to find a solution to his condition, and he is happy to be able to help others on their journey and share his progress.
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Building resilience ~ Why professional development should be more than just physical skill building
Hayley Jepson has a hairdressing background of over 30 years. She was a very busy colourist, often triple booked with clients!
She then studied counselling, and now focuses on supporting hairdressers with their mental heath & wellbeing.
'The Resilient Hairdresser' was borne out of wanting to help people avoid burnout and have a long, happy career.
Hayley describes how you can work to set boundaries, grow in confidence and recognise where the biggest energy drains are, developing strategies to grow your resilience.
She loves supporting people and has found that this career shift has been a natural progression that allows her to use all the skills and experience she has accumulated.
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Does alopecia affect beard growth? ~ How to promote a healthy beard
Tudor Tanase, known as The Hairloss Dude, began to take an interest in hair loss when he wanted to improve his beard growth at 18.
He started to use minoxidil, but found that he experienced negative side effects. As he began to develop the signs of male pattern hair loss, he began to apply the solution to his scalp and the same issues arose, causing dandruff, dry skin and irritation.
He then began to look into the formulation of the different products and the ingredients these products contained.
We discuss how genetic hair loss happens, what is the cause, and how can you access accurate information on effective treatments to prevent unnecessary spending on products and treatments that don't work.
Tudor shares tips on how to promote healthy beard growth, and we explore how Dihydrotestosterone affects hair growth and beard growth in different ways.
He shares his knowledge on product formulations and ingredients to aid the metabolism and absorption of products, and describes how there is a huge difference in the quality and performance of a product depending on the amount and quality of the ingredients and the manufacturing processes.
Tudor notes the lack of innovation in the field by the major brands and how using experienced factories for production is important especially for higher strength formulas.
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Your vibe attracts your tribe ~ How to create the best outcome for 2023
Jennifer Louise is the Salon Marketing coach.
She believes that the way you start your day is up to you- how do you talk to yourself? Are you grateful for what you have?
We discuss how attitude affects your progress, and how we can get the best from our clients and business in 2023.
Jennifer left school at 14, recognising that the education system didn't work for her. She began working in a salon and ended up negotiating with her head teacher a way to work towards her NVQ in hairdressing alongside her GCSEs!
By 24 she owned her own salon, but spent ten years learning important lessons in business along the way.
She believes it is important to get clear on who you serve and base your business and culture around your ideal client.
We explore the impact that behaviours, thoughts and actions can have on your success.
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Time for a quick break!
We will be back very soon with more great guests and real life stories.
I hope you are enjoying the podcast so far!
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What makes hair curly? How to effectively manage it.
Caroline Yates is a clinical Trichologist.
Having curly hair herself, we delve into the origins of this hair type, what makes hair curly and how best to manage it.
Have you shied away from dealing with curly hair? Or are you a parent with no idea how to deal with your child's curls?
We talk about her experiences with hairdressers, how to best cut & dry curls and the best products to choose and how to apply them.
Caroline offers her best tips for textured hair.
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Should all hair salons cater for Afro Textured hair?
Karen Roberts lives in Bromley, UK. She is the owner of Mintwave Radio and the host of 'A coffee with Karen' podcast.
She is mixed race, with Afro Textured hair.
She was adopted by two white parents, and lived in Tunbridge Wells in Kent, where there was very little diversity, and they didn't really know how to handle her hair type.
Support for adoptive families at that time was minimal, and none of the local salons were capable of working with Afro Textured hair.
She found herself as a teenager learning how to braid her hair herself, and getting a train into London to visit a specialist salon.
We discuss whether salons should endeavour to offer services for Afro Textured hair, or whether it is better for some salons to specialise.
Karen talks about how unsolicited comments on her hair affected her self esteem and the damage this can do.
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Alopecia Universalis at 17 ~ Why it's important to find connections
Frank Cornine, 38, has been living with alopecia since he was 17 and in High School, when within 6 months he experienced a total loss of hair from his whole body!
He describes his visit to the dermatologist to get help as quite cold and not very compassionate, saying his initial patches of hair loss may get better, or they may get worse.
The uncertainty of whether his hair would all fall out or return was difficult to deal with.
He describes losing a part of his identity, how he no longer looked like his family members and actually admits he had an Identity Crisis because of not looking like himself.
High School and College were difficult; he didn't know anyone with alopecia and didn't have anyone he could talk to who understood what he was going through.
He has now set up his own podcast, Alopecia Connection to help people going through hair loss realise they are not alone.
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What is the cold cap and how is it used during Chemotherapy?
Julia Smith was shocked when she was diagnosed with Paget's disease, a form of breast cancer, despite her having no lumps on her breasts.
She had surgery to remove one of her nipples, which she thought would be the end of her treatment, but then found she had to have chemotherapy as her cancer was hormone receptive.
After much deliberation, she decided to try the cold cap during chemotherapy to try to minimise her hair loss from the treatment.
She describes her experience, what she has learned and how it works.
Julia's uplifting philosophy is 'Be bitter or be better'
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Is your business sustainable? How you can recycle 95% of your salon waste!
JC Aucamp has spent 25 years in the hairdressing industry.
He was shocked to realise that the local council made no provisions to recycle any of the Salon's hairdressing waste.
He began to measure how much waste the business was producing and decided to develop his own solution.
JC is now the founder of the Salon Sustainability Club, enabling salons to recycle 95% of all the waste they create.
They work to support everyone in the industry from freelancers to large salons.
We discuss some simple ideas to help begin your recycling journey, and how to get the clients involved too.
Almost all waste products can be recycled, including hair, which is compostable, but can emit greenhouse gasses when sent to landfill.
They recycle 2 1/2 to 3 tonnes of foil every two months!
Salon Sustainability works to support the HABB & Enham Trust Charities.
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How to handle those difficult conversations around wigs and hair loss.
Ann Fox and Joanne Atkinson both join me for this touching discussion around their incredible work with the My New Hair charity.
Ann's Mum died of lung cancer when she was 18, and this spurred her on to work in nursing.
Similarly Joanne has spent 35 years in cancer care and has a PHD in end of life care after a friend died of leukaemia.
They were shocked to find that although they strive to give their patients the best possible care, the aftercare they received when it came to procuring a wig was severely lacking.
The ladies decided to get involved in the L'Oreal My New Hair programme, along with Trevor Sorbie, to help educate hairdressers in how best to help cancer patients get a better standard of care and service.
They have produced a toolkit to help patients to get a suitable wig and be able to have it fitted and customised.
You can contact the charity for leaflets, resources, templates and information for fundraising and support.
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Medically induced hair loss ~ How some small, achievable steps can make a big impact.
Lesley Hoad shares her real-life story on her hair loss following her cancer diagnosis and treatment.
As a hairdresser and an educator, she felt more pressure when her hair began to fall out, as if she 'should' have all the answers. She describes not feeling like herself as she began to lose not only her hair but her teeth aswell.
She describes the small, realistic changes that she has been able to implement to lessen the impact of cancer on her life and her body, helping her to regain her sense of self.
As a self-confessed workaholic, she shares how she would have chemotherapy on her lunch break and then return to work! And how the experience has actually helped her to learn to slow down, listen to her body and make the necessary adjustments to improve her health and recovery.
Lesley is an inspiration with her positivity and selfless approach to life. She feels that by not letting it get the better of her, and keeping up with normal life as much as possible, it has helped her work through her depression and fight for her recovery.
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How many everyday medications could have an effect your hair
Araz Nelson from combed education has been a hairstylist for over two decades, starting her career when she was just 15.
She has carried out months of research on the effects of different medications on the hair, the side effects that can be experienced, and how this can produce unstable - sometimes terrifying - results when using chemical treatments such as hair colour!
We discuss how minerals and medications are excreted from the body, including inhabiting the hair. The Contraceptive pill, aspirin, thyroid medication, blood pressure treatment, to name a few, can all have different negative effects on the hair.
She shares the benefits of her experience through her own education brand, including her podcast, to help inspire and develop others, as she knows how much learning has enabled her to grow professionally and also personally.
Araz believes that you can always learn more, and you can gain from those around you, such as our clients, who can be an untapped resource! Education and knowledge should be sought out to ensure you excel in your career and enjoy what you do.
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Zoe Lyons, Bald ambition ~ Living with alopecia in the public eye.
Zoe Lyons first experienced alopecia areata at age 10.
She would find patches and it would come and go, flaring up at times over a period of 20 years.
Two years ago, she went through a very stressful time, full of upheaval, plus the stress of the pandemic, and her hair loss grew worse. She describes this as a physical manifestation of a lot of mental turmoil.
Zoe shares her story and talks honestly about being in the public eye with alopecia and what it's like to be a stand-up comedian and TV presenter living with hair loss.
She recently completed over 50k to raise money for Alopecia UK,
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Non- invasive options for hair loss explained.
Thinning hair can be an issue for many, affecting confidence and preventing people from enjoying their lives.
Brian Dodge explains some of the more superficial, non- surgical options for those who want low commitment, non- medical alternatives.
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- Hair fibres
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Brian began to lose his hair at just 21, the rate of hair loss escalated at 25, and now at 30, he has had two hair transplants and is having a third.
Before this, he tried and tested many different avenues, and has even produced his own brand of hair fibres. He documents his journey and all his findings honestly on YouTube.
He also has an amazing offer for all listeners- a FREE hair fibres! Just send him a request!
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Understanding Afro textured hair ~ what you should know
Shirley McDonald has been a trichologist for over 30 years. She has a background in education, is a clinical Tutor and board member at the London Institute of Trichology, she is on the dermatology council, runs the Hair & Scalp Clinic and is an Internationally recognised trichologist.
She shares her wealth of knowledge today around Afro-textured hair.
We discuss:
~ The history of Afro textured hair throughout the ages
~Grooming practices
~Social pressures and typical preconceptions
~Common conditions and treatments
We also look at the decline in chemical processing of the hair and what that means for future fashions/ Hairdressing practices.
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Instagram- Shirley McDonald (@shirleymcdonald2) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- Shirley McDonald | Facebook
Website- The Hair and Scalp Clinic - Book appointment
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Hair in Recovery ~ haircare after cancer treatment
Lauren Gilmore started her career as a hairdresser, and after having a client diagnosed with cancer, she began to look into learning more about how to support and cater to clients facing medical hair loss.
She realised that she needed to build on the knowledge and tools she had in order to work with people recovering from cancer and having treatment.
She completed the raccoon hair in recovery course, and went on to the cancer haircare charity course, discovering the emotion of hair loss, and how clients feel after hair replacement services.
We also talk about how trichology plays a role in understanding more about how the hair and scalp works and how to look after it in times of poor health.
The Cancer Haircare Chairty have a vision of world where all cancer patients can locate a hairdresser or hair loss professional who is competent, compassionate and confident to deliver thoughtful services throughout the duration of their cancer related hair loss journey.
Connect with Laren:
Facebook- Lauren Gilmore Hair Stylist & Educator | Facebook
Instagram- Lauren | Hair Extensions - Essex (@laurengilmorehs) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Home | Lauren gilmore (laurengilmorehs.com)
Hair in recovery- Hair In Recovery - Racoon International | No.1 In Hair Extensions
Cancer haircare charity - Hairdressers & hair loss professionals - Cancer Hair Care
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How to create multiple streams of income and protect your future
Angelica Prather is an income strategist and coach.
'You are the CEO of your life'
She gained a degree in cosmetology after college and has been a hairdresser for 20 years.
She believes that everyone should ideally have three streams of income, and that you should not just be limited to being behind the chair.
Angelica has some amazing ideas and strategies to make sure you are not leaving money on the table, and loves to encourage people to challenge the limitations that may have been placed on them.
She wants to help encourage women to negotiate and ask for more, to rewrite their story.
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Instagram- HAIRSTYLIST INCOME STRATEGIST | BUSINESS COACH | ATL (@angelicadprather) • Instagram photos and videos
Youtube- Angelica Prather - YouTube
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Removing the stigma around female hair loss ~ How Alopecia areata led to becoming a wellbeing & mindfulness advocate.
Chloe Sheehan lives with Alopecia. Her condition fluctuates and can improve or worsen at any time.
After her diagnosis, she recognised that her job was causing her stress, and she had a complete career change.
This led to her seeking out mindfulness techniques and looking at the ways she manages stress.
She has gone from adamantly telling herself that she would never get married or have kids because of the condition, to planning a wedding!
She now gives talks in schools on mindfulness and promotes wellbeing, giving children the tools for resilience and stress management.
She also set up an Instagram account to help people find some positivity and know that they are not alone.
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Instagram - 𝐂𝐡𝐥𝐨𝐞’𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫 (@chloeshairaffair) • Instagram photos and videos
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Why business education is just as important as being a great hairdresser
Antony Whitaker has been hairdressing since 1978. He has trained with the best and owned three successful salons and had his own training schools.
He now puts his wealth of knowledge and experience to good use as a salon business coach after finding that stylists on his hairdressing courses were just as keen to learn about their business as they were their craft.
Many hairdressers are creative people, who don't have any formal business training or qualifications. Creative people often see the business side of a salon as boring.
But Antony is here to explain how business can be just as creative, and how it is an ever-changing entity in itself, constantly growing and evolving.
He also hosts the 'Grow your salon business' Podcast.
Connect with Antony:
Website - We help salon businesses become more successful - Grow My Salon Business
Podcast - Grow My Salon Business Podcast - Grow My Salon Business
Books - Books - Grow My Salon Business
Instagram - Antony Whitaker | Salon Coach (@growmysalonbusiness) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook - Grow My Salon Business from Antony Whitaker | Facebook
LinkedIn - Grow My Salon Business: Overview | LinkedIn
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What is electrolysis and how does it work?
Deborah Jones comes from a council estate background, is dyslexic and left school with no real qualifications.
As a single parent, after juggling several role at once, she wanted to become a positive role mode in her sons' lives, and set up her own electrolysis clinic and training academy. Due to her example, both her children have also started their own businesses.
She explains exactly what electrolysis is, and how it works on the hair.
We also talk about her work with the London transgender clinic, working with transgender and non- binary patients to boost their confidence and also in preparation for surgery.
We discuss how educators can keep up to date with the latest techniques and why it is important to stay active within the industry, along with how to become a specialist in your field and why focusing on a specific niche could be the pathway to success.
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Clinic - Home - Positive Pathways (positive-pathways.co.uk)
Instagram - Deborah | Electrolysis Expert (@positivepathways_electrolysis) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook - Positive Pathways Electrolysis | Facebook
Book - Electrolysis The Business: A complete guide while studying on any electrolysis training program, or as a great reference for the already practicing electrologist.: Amazon.co.uk: Jones, Deborah: 9781791795061: Books
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How Hairdressers can better support clients with hair loss
Louise Howard-Long set up her own salon at 24, and thought that she was an understanding hairdresser, who could help support her clients through problems such as hair loss.
That is, until she experienced hair loss herself!
She describes her experience with two simultaneous alopecia conditions as one that affected her wellbeing, her sense of self and caused her to lose her sense of perspective.
She took to Instagram and created videos documenting what was happening to her, and got a really positive response. She even took time off work to come to terms with her hair loss.
She is now passionate about supporting her clients in more ways if they suffer from hair loss, giving them more options and adding more information to their website about products and techniques that can help them to disguise and manage their condition.
Connect with Louise:
Instagram - Architect Hair Headingley (@architect_hair) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook - Architect Hair Salon | Facebook
Website - architect hair – 52 Otley Rd, Headingley LS6 2AL. 0113 275 5884 (architecthairsalon.co.uk)
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Dealing with cancer and hair loss ~ My New Hair W/ Trevor Sorbie
Trevor Sorbie MBE joins me this week to talk about the My New Hair charity, working with clients who may be experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatments such as chemotherapy.
He has worked with L'Oreal for the last 15 years, their longest running seminar, teaching over 1,000 hairdressers how to cut and fit wigs and how to care for cancer patients.
We talk about his career that spans over four decades, after he found that he had a natural talent for hair.
Trevor shares information around the course, and how he has dealt with clients who have experienced cancer, including working at a hospice.
Information is key, and knowing where to go when you need help, or who to refer a client to, is key.
Connect With Trevor:
Instagram - Trevor Sorbie (@trevorsorbie) • Instagram photos and videos
mynewhair by Trevor Sorbie (@mynewhairorg) • Instagram photos and videos
Website - Trevor Sorbie | A Personalised Salon Experience | Award-Winning Team
My New Hair
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When Candace Christina turned 42 years old, after a mild case of COVID, she began to notice bald spots one month later. She also started to shed hair rapidly, and was finding it all over the house!
She then began to lose more and more hair, and was then diagnosed with alopecia universalis. She says that losing her hair was very traumatic, and the beginning of a huge journey for her to be more intentional and to embrace joy.
She created a documentary, sharing her hair loss journey. Being so open about her hair loss is difficult for her as she is usually a very private person, but she hopes that this will help and support others.
She describes how this experience has led her back to joy, and embracing the positive, fun side of life, including spending better time with her kids. She is determined to make her healing journey a positive experience.
She encourages anyone experiencing hair loss to make room for the new version of you; work out what makes you happy and do more of it!
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Facebook - Candace Christina | Facebook
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Documentary- Candace Christina | My Alopecia Journey
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Hair transplants and scalp micropigmentation ~ how they can be used togetherCaitlin James has a background as a beauty therapist.
She expanded into medical beauty options and started to work alongside a hair transplant surgeon as a transplant assistant.
She first became aware of Scalp micropigmentation at a conference in Alaska; it wasn't common in Australia at the time. And so SMP Australia was set up 7 years ago.
Caitlin realised the potential for SMP to work hand- in- hand with transplant surgery to camouflage scarring, add density to transplanted areas and also work to minimise any scarring on the donor sites, especially if they have been over harvested.
She also finds that as clients age, they may find that hair systems or wigs can be limiting for their lifestyle and also start to look unnatural, and SMP can then help people transition to a more natural option.
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Website- https://www.smpaus.com.au/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/smpaustralia/
YouTube- https://youtube.com/channel/UCASGkcsqFCNu22qWk1kkodQ
Podcast- https://anchor.fm/SMP-Australia
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Buying a wig made simple
Jane Kelly has been hairdressing for 44 years. She began her training in a salon with a wig shop, and through this began to fit & style wigs for theatre and panto.
Aderans, a global Japanese company, bought Trendco 20 years ago. They have over 800 trade accounts and provide education for these accounts and also the end user and wearer.
Jane specialises in finding individual bespoke solutions for different types of hair loss and conditions.
We discuss finding the best wig for you- how do you know what to choose?
Synthetic or real hair? Which base?
We also touch on wig maintenance, care and styling, what options you have when you don't want to wear a wig, and how to store them.
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Facebook- Trendco Wigs | Facebook
Instagram- Trendco Wigs (Aderans UK) (@trendcowigs) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Wigs - Aderans UK
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Life after chemotherapy ~ When and how is it safe to colour my hair?
Raoul Perfitt shares his knowledge and expertise on what cancer treatment does to the hair, and the best advice for those wanting to return to colouring their hair after their treatment.
We discuss how to proceed cautiously and safely when introducing anyone who has had cancer or illness back to colour. We also look at using professional techniques to create great results using safer options.
Organic colour systems was borne following the need for a safer hair colour with less chemicals, organic ingredients, no animal products or animal testing.
They noticed that colour technicians who use the products day in, day out, were becoming allergic to hair colour. So much so that they were having to abandon their careers.
Approved by the NHS and the British Trichology Association, they have created a safer product, not just for clients but for the hairdressers that use them too.
A safer product means a less chemical working environment. This enabled those with allergies or health issues to be able to return to industry again.
It also gives salons an option for those clients that have health issues and need a gentler option.
Connect with Raoul:
Organic Colour Systems- Organic Colour Systems
Instagram- Organic Colour Systems Global (@organiccoloursystemsofficial) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- Organic Colour Systems | Facebook
HerbUk- Natural Hair Colour Specialists | Herb UK
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SMP ~ When a career change leads you to enhance people's livesWill Quaye began doing scalp micropigmentation in 2019, and has completed a foundation course in Trichology.
He loves how low maintenance and user friendly the treatment is, combined with seeing how his clients have increased in confidence and are happier.
He describes some people who come to see him as desperately suffering, and how amazing it is that something that could be deemed as cosmetic can make such a difference.
He offers a personal level of service, and says every scalp and every treatment is unique.
We also discuss how you can persuade clients to promote and share your work when you are offering a very personal and private treatment.
Connect with Will:
LinkedIn- Will Quaye | LinkedIn
Twitter- Will Quaye (@WillQuaye) / Twitter
Instagram- Scalp Nation. - Will Quaye - #actionkillsanxiety (@scalp_nation) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- About Scalp Nation and Will Quaye
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Dermatology ~ looking after your hair and scalp
Dr Jen Haley began studying medicine with the aim of becoming a paediatrician, but when she started to learn about dermatology she became fascinated by it, and has been a dermatologist for 20 years!
Dermatology in the US covers the hair aswell as the skin.
We talk about how hair loss can often be very complicated and can have more than one cause or trigger.
Delving into nutrition, and how it is essential to have the best building blocks to make healthy hair.
We also discuss the difference between artificial hormones such as HRT, and Bio- identical hormones, and the best delivery system.
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Facebook- Jen Haley | Facebook
Instagram- Dr. Jennifer Haley, MD FAAD (@drjenhaley) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Radiance Revealed Podcast | Helping you achieve your skin goals is my priority… (drjenhaley.com)
Hairmax laser- www.hairmax.com
You can use the code: LASER345 at checkout to get 15% off.
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Pilomatrixoma ~ why you should get that lump on your scalp checked!Sarah Brooks shares her experience of being told she had skin cancer after developing a tumour on her scalp, which originated from a hair follicle.
Sarah first noticed she had a problem with her scalp when it became so tender that the cold wind was causing her pain and discomfort!
She didn't really know where to go for help, but her GP referred her to a dermatologist, who made her feel like she was to blame, and gave her a shock diagnosis on the spot!
He took a biopsy and it was sent off for analysis, and she went home on her own, stunned.
She describes feeling abandoned and lonely after her diagnosis and after surgery, with no real follow up or aftercare advice.
It only occurred to her afterwards that her experience could have been very different and may have had a very serious outcome.
She advises anyone with any suspicious growths or lumps on the scalp to go and seek help now, and not to wait.
Pilomatrixoma, or pilomatricoma, is a benign skin tumour derived from the hair matrix, often found on the scalp or neck. They can turn into pilomatrix carcinoma, which are malignant. So it is important to get it checked out.
More info- Pilomatricoma: Symptoms, Causes, Risks, and Treatment (healthline.com)
MASCED skin cancer training for Hair & Beauty Professionals - MASCED - Melanoma And Skin Cancer Early Detection Online Course
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Why hairdressers make great Trichologists
Wil Fleeson has been a hairdresser for three decades, and is now on the board of directors for Rainbow rooms international.
After attending a hair show, he became aware of Trichocare and felt that learning Trichology would give him the knowledge to meet his clients' problems. He found that as his clients aged alongside himself, their needs and concerns changed.
He thinks that having a background in hairdressing is an advantage for trichologists and loves the balance between the emotional clinic sessions and the upbeat days in the salon.
He outlines the importance for hairdressers and trichologists to have a network of specialists to refer clients to, including mental health workers and nutritionists, , so that they can work together to create a good outcome.
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Facebook - Trichology Scotland | Facebook
Instagram - Trichology Scotland (@trichology_scotland) • Instagram photos and videos
Wil Fleeson CIT ART (@wilfleeson) • Instagram photos and videos
LinkedIn - Wil Fleeson CiT ART | LinkedIn
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When the battle with alopecia becomes too much ~ Dealing with suicide
After a 12 year battle with alopecia, and a stressful job in the NHS as a doctor, Alissia couldnt take any more and decided to take her own life.
This is the story of her step- brother, who, after losing his unborn child and step sister within one week, decided to do everything possible to prevent anyone else having to go through the same suffering.
Rory Green
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Facebook- Enlighten The Shadows | Facebook
Instagram- 💡𝗘 𝗡 𝗟 𝗜 𝗚 𝗛 𝗧 𝗘 𝗡💡The Shadows (@enlightenthesh1) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter- 💡𝗘 𝗡 𝗟 𝗜 𝗚 𝗛 𝗧 𝗘 𝗡💡The Shadows (@ENLIGHTENTheSh1) / Twitter
Youtube- ENLIGHTEN The Shadows - YouTube
Books:
Amazon.co.uk : body takes the score
Amazon.co.uk : what to say when you talk to yourself
Amazon.co.uk : the shit zone
Amazon.co.uk : atomic habits
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An insight into a career as a Hair model
Kate Palmer is an international hair model, working with brands such as Wella and L'oreal, and modelling for some of the best hairdressers worldwide and creating images for the British Hairdressing Awards.
Her first venture into modelling was to enter Miss UK!
We look at the stresses and strains on your hair of being a hair model, what happens when you choose the wrong job, and the importance of only working with professional, reputable brands.
Kate shares her worst experience of being a hair model, which could have potentially ended her career.
She talks about how, having short hair means that people make assumptions about her and how she feels she gets treated differently because of it, including getting overlooked for certain campaigns.
Being a positive female role model for her daughter is very important.
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Website- Gallery - My Portfolio (kate-palmer.com)
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How hair loss can affect your body image
This episode explores how body image can be affected by changes in your hair, and why it's important to seek help from a professional as early as possible.
Sarah Grant is an image consultant and NLP practitioner.
She has worked with cancer charity look good feel better, to help and support ladies going through treatment.
She helps people find their best colours when shopping for clothes, and identifies their wardrobe personality, but she says its not always about the clothes. Your internal dialogue can be just as influential on the way you perceive your body. Internal conflicts and limiting beliefs can impact your confidence for years.
We look at how hair colour and texture can change as you age, along with skin tone and complexion. Many ladies experience fine or thinning hair, especially as they get older.
Just as you may change your hair colour slightly with the changing of the seasons, you might need to think about changing your hair colour, and the colours that you wear, depending on the season of your life.
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LinkedIn- Sarah Grant | LinkedIn
Facebook- Sarah Jane Grant Image Consultant | Facebook
Instagram- Sarah Grant Image Consultant (@iamsarahgrant) • Instagram photos and videos
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Telogen Effluvium ~ Why you shouldn't blame yourself for hair loss.
Bente Jakobsen has had a series of devastating events in the last five years, but despite her many ordeals, she says that losing her hair was one of the most devastating experiences of her life.
In 2017 she was diagnosed with a very rare, aggressive breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. She lost her hair during chemo, but it grew back again.
She then lost her mum due to medical negligence
6 months later her dad committed suicide
6 months after that, she got divorced, and one month ago they found cancer again and she had a hysterectomy.
Despite all this, she met the love of her life and is due to get married, and just as she found happiness, she started to lose her hair!
Her hair was shedding drastically and showering was a traumatic experience.
She describes how she learned to love herself and change her mindset to be mentally supportive of herself instead of being hard on herself.
She shares how once she started to talk about her hair loss, she found that she was not alone and wants to share her story to normalise female hair loss and help others.
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Instagram- 🇩🇰Bente Jakob🇩🇰 (@bentejakob) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- BenteJakob | Facebook
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Scalp problems ~ How to recognise and treat them
Scalp problems can have just as much of an impact on a person's life as hair loss, affecting their confidence and their social life.
Kate Holden is a clinical trichologist who offers brand consultancy, working with companies to promote their products. She enjoys the scientific side of haircare and helps people find the best haircare routine to care for their hair and scalp.
We discuss:
Psoriasis
Dandruff
Seborrheic dermatitis
Eczema
Contact dermatitis
& infections of the scalp.
Kate explains treatment options, along with other actions you can take for optimum hair and scalp health, including oxidative stress, pollution and free radicals.
We also look at why its important to clean your hairbrush!
Connect with Kate:
Website- Manchester Trichologist | Kate Holden Clinic | Hair Loss Treatments
Instagram- Kate Holden MIT, Trichologist (@kateholdenclinic) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- Kate Holden Clinic | Facebook
Tiktok- Kate Holden (@kateholdenclinic) TikTok | Watch Kate Holden's Newest TikTok Videos
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The best path to a career in wigs, hair & makeup for TV and film
Waqqas Sheikh is a hair & makeup artist & wigmaker for TV and Film.
After 13 years teaching a Hair degree course at a University, he decided to provide his own education and created his own wig making courses online.
He talks about how to get into a career in the film and TV industry, and the amazing experiences he has had on various sets including filming in Morocco for an Amazon series, and being on the team of hit shows like Bridgerton.
We also talk about how you can get the best wig to suit you, including tips and tricks to customise wigs on a budget.
Connect with Waqqas:
Instagram- Waqqas Sheikh (@wq_hairandmakeup) • Instagram photos and videos
Courses- Accreditation – WQ HAIR
Wigs- Amiwigs – Specialists in Bespoke Wigs and Hairpieces
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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hairtherapyuk/
Twitter- https://twitter.com/HairTherapyUK
Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy
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PTSD induced hair loss ~ The road to recovery
Julie Wilcox-Jones had just moved to South Africa when her house burnt down in a fire storm that wiped out over 700 homes over three days.
Her and her family lost everything. She was in shock and afterwards she had panic attacks, and didn't want to go out and socialise.
As her life slowly started to return to normal, she noticed that her hair began to come out in handfuls, her hairline was receding and her scalp was becoming visible. Losing her hair really knocked her confidence.
She has a background in clinical trials for medicines related to gut health, and believes that our gut health and diet have a huge impact on our hair health as well as our overall health.
Following her traumatic experience, she started to take collagen, as recommended by her hairdresser at the time, who had kindly invited victims of the fire to come to the salon to get their hair washed and blowdried.
She describes her recovery as being like a phoenix rising from the fire, as a new, stronger person.
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Instagram- Julie Wilcox-Jones (@juliewilcoxjones) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- Julie Wilcox-Jones | Facebook
LinkedIn- Julie Wilcox-Jones | LinkedIn
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Losing hair after cancer treatment ~ finding your 'new normal'.
Ania Kasprzak shares her story of her ten month long fight with triple negative breast cancer- one of the most aggressive types!
And yet despite this, and her previous heart attack, or maybe because of these, she believes in the power of positive energy and community.
She says that following her cancer treatment, one of the most emotionally difficult moments for her was when her hair started to come out in handfuls.
She describes her experience with no hair as a mainly positive one, with people being nicer to her, and sharing their own stories with her. She didn't feel that wigs were for her, and so she went around bald or sometimes wore a hat, if it was cold!
We explore how beating cancer can feel like just the beginning, and how there can be a huge journey of recovery after, where life is slightly different and you have to find a new routine, including filling your time which was taken up with hours and hours of treatment.
She also talks about how waiting for her hair to grow back in was torturously slow and a very emotional time for her.
Whilst looking for something positive to fill her time, she took a stained glass course with Kent Adult Education. She took inspiration from the stained glass windows of her childhood catholic church, and started making angels, using recycled materials to help create them.
She finds this therapeutic, and in this way is managing to touch the hearts of many and spread her positivity and love.
Connect with Ania:
Facebook- View with the Angel ... ( preferably Ania’s Angel :0) | Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/AniasAngels
Instagram- AniasAngels/GlassMagic (@aniasangels7) • Instagram photos and videos
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How confidently embracing your grey hair could propel you into a life of authenticity and success.
Roxanne Gould describes herself as a 'Grey Haired Activist'! Encouraging ladies to embrace their natural hair colour, celebrating diversity, authenticity and uniqueness.
Roxanne's modelling career began at just three years old.
She has lived in New York and Europe, modelling for Vogue and on the runways.
She claims to have the second longest career in the fashion industry, in part due to her unique look by not colouring her hair. At the time she was concerned that this would end her career, but it has propelled her into a whole new niche.
We discuss how a healthy mindset is key to having positive energy, and she describes how she is now free of many concerns around her hair due to not having to colour it.
We also look at her haircare tips to keep grey hair looking and feeling the best.
Connect with Roxanne:
Website- https://www.roxmod.me
Instagram- Roxanne Gould (@roxmod) • Instagram photos and videos
YouTube- https://youtu.be/MFXcnoKJAMQ
https://youtu.be/28fSoPmFCHw
https://youtu.be/ycvgn8FTkvA
https://youtu.be/uf1tOlJM9F0
https://youtu.be/11lwgiT413s
https://nutrafol.com/women-balance/?clickref=1100liPZeo7R&utm_source=partnerize&utm_medium=affiliate
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Alopecia Areata ~ How reducing stress is important in combating hair loss
'Permission to do nothing'
Denise Ferguson specialises in Property Law, mentoring salon businesses, negotiating salon leases and helping to deal with any conflicts or problems in salons.
Denise used to work for the NHS, but realised, when she had to raise the rent on a Salon who fitted wigs for cancer patients, that she was working for the wrong side! She now enjoys working with and supporting salon owners, giving them more confidence and knowledge.
She first experienced hair loss at 18 years old.
We talk about how she first noticed bald patches in her hair, but didn't get it checked out as she was living on her own, and was embarrassed and ashamed to ask for help.
Denise describes how when her hair started to grow back, it was a completely different texture!
We explore how stress can trigger patches of alopecia to start to appear, and how this can be a warning sign to look at stress levels and slow down.
Connect With Denise:
Facebook- Find Surveyors | Facebook
LinkedIn- Denise Ferguson | LinkedIn
Youtube- I'm not doing this without alcohol Podcast - YouTube
Clubhouse- @dmlferguson
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Everything you ever need to know about medical hair loss managementDelving deep into all aspects of hairloss.
I am joined this week by Dr Ben Benham, a specialist in dermatology and hair restoration.
Along with his brother, they developed the website Happyhead, to give easy access for patients to Doctors and prescriptions online.
Many women are seeking treatment for hair loss, and early treatment can give a better prognosis.
Ben gives so much information, he really is a hugely knowledgeable guest!
We look at:
Minoxidil
Aldactone
Finasteride
Dutasteride
Dermarollering
Microneedling
PRP & stem cells
We also discuss the best & worst habits for hair loss, such as smoking, vaping, nutrition, supplements and protein powders.
Connect with Dr Ben:
Website- www.happyhead.com
Email- Doctor@happyhead.com
Facebook- Happy Head | Facebook
Instagram- Custom Hair Loss Solution (@hihappyhead) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter- Happy Head (@HiHappyHead) / Twitter
Youtube- Happy Head - YouTube
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CELEBRATING YOUR CURLS
This episode is all about a journey of self acceptance and embracing your natural self.
Star Monroe, a High Performance Coach, talks about how she has worked on changing her beliefs and unconditioning which has led her to do some deep work on herself, which she describes as 'coming home to who I really am'
She says for her, her 40s was all about shedding the Masks, including her old persona.
She talks about how hating your body is draining, and how her hair is a big part of her identity, and now she's given up playing small, her big curls are part of how she shows up in her full power.
We discuss the pros and cons of the curly girl method and the different ways to cut curls.
Connect with Star:
Website- Star Monroe (msstarmonroe.com)
Instagram- SPIRITUAL REVOLUTIONARY (@msstarmonroe) • Instagram photos and videos
podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-star-monroe-show/id1570433083
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ARE YOUR PRODUCTS HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH?
Ryan Margolin, CEO of Professional Hair Labs talks about the potential health risks of cosmetic bonding products.
After his mother was poisoned by constant exposure to the chemicals in the hair products that she worked with, Ryan worked hard to produce a safe alternative.
At Professional Hair labs, they have worked hard to produce clean, healthy and environmentally friendly hair adhesive products using water based solutions.
They work with salons and stylists wanting to provide sustainable products and services, and are constantly evolving and re-formulating products with the safest and latest eco-friendly ingredients.
Ryan believes in constant re-innovation and keeping up with the times.
We also talk about how to deal with counterfeits and how to make sure you don't end up with a fake copy!
Connect With Ryan:
Website- https://prohairlabs.com/
Email- Ryan@prohairlabs.com
Twitter- Pro Hair Labs (@ProHairLabs) / Twitter
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanmargolin
Facebook- Professional Hair Labs | Facebook
Instagram- Professional Hair Labs (@professionalhairlabs) • Instagram photos and videos
Tiktok- @ghostbondglue
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Season Two is over
Thanks so much for listening, sharing and supporting the show!
Please Dm me with any comments, questions or suggestions! I would love to hear your feedback.
We have tons of great guests and real life stories lined up for season three, which we will be bringing to you very soon!
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DHT & ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Adeeba Aqeel loves helping people, she is a self care and personal development blogger, and also works as a liaison for a University, helping foreign & international students settle in.
She enjoys helping people achieve their dreams and stresses that work isn't everything, encouraging people to set goals in all aspects of their lives.
Adeeba started to notice her hair thinning when she was a teenager, which had a large effect on her confidence, and she struggled to find answers as to why this was happening.
Eventually, she was diagnosed with having a sensitivity to Dihydrotestosterone, the androgen hormone, which was likely set off due to the changes in hormones around puberty.
Topical treatments were not effective, as this condition causes the hair follicle to shrink and eventually miniaturise.
She practices self love and acceptance, which has helped her to love herself more regardless of her hair.
Connect with Adeeba:
Instagram- Adeeba Aqeel (@adeebaaqeel) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Adeeba Aqeel
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COMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS
This episode has two different foci:
Firstly, I talk to Ali Hollands on how therapies such as solution based hypnotherapy can help people deal with physical changes in their appearance, such as hair loss.
Second, we also discuss her shaving her shaving her head on her wedding day!
Ali loves neuroscience, and educating people on how their brain works, helping them to build resources to manage their emotions and deal with difficult circumstances. She has embraced online working, moved to her dream house in the country, and can help people from anywhere in the world.
She also has a place in her heart for Macmillan cancer charity, and along with her husband, has raised over £3,000! - you can donate to their Justgiving page here:
Alison Hollands is fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support (justgiving.com)
Connect with Ali:
Ali Hollands DSFH HPD MNCH | Linktree
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ARE YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS CAUSING ALOPECIA?
Patricia Nowakowski is a salon owner who has experienced hair loss for herself, and after noticing shedding, she thought she had found the perfect solution to increase density by adding hair extensions. But the hair extensions ended up causing more hair loss due to traction alopecia by putting strain on her already fragile fine hair!
She works with clients that have suffered from an array of problems including alopecia, cancer, fine, brittle hair and chemical damage from poorly executed chemical services.
We talk about her gentle hand tied hair extension method and how it is vitally important to find the best method for each client and their individual needs.
She recognises the impact that hair loss can have on self esteem and believes that your hair is the one accessory that you never take off!
She encourages stylists to specialise and invest in education.
Connect with Patricia:
Website - www.gracehandtiedmethod.com
Instagram - https://instagram.com/gracehandtiedmethod?utm_medium=copy_link
https://instagram.com/opulentbeautysalon?utm_medium=copy_link
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TRICHOTILLOMANIA
Arin Halicki, a transformational life coach, describes her childhood as a 'chaotic' environment which she feels affected her nervous system and led her to be very sensitive.
She has lived with trichotillomania since she started pulling out her eyelashes at just six years old!
After her high pressure job in the corporate world led to her suffering from high functioning depression, she left that behind to build a career as an entrepreneur, and is now a Kundalini yoga practitioner.
We talk about her condition, her road to recovery and how this has had an impact on her personal relationships and self image.
She describes feeling 'less of a woman' for not having a full head of hair, and how treating yourself with love and compassion can help you forgive and accept yourself. Building trust in yourself is the first step in shifting the pattern and changing the relationship with yourself.
Connect with Arin:
Website- Home - Arin Halicki - Transformational Coach
LinkedIn- Arin Halicki | LinkedIn
Instagram- Limitless Life Architect (@arinhalicki) • Instagram photos and videos
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GOAL SETTING FOR 2022
What better way to start the year but to set clear, measurable goals that you know you can achieve!
Jessica Crane, Salon Coach joins me today for this informative episode on the process of goal setting effectively and the importance of everyone involved working towards the same mission.
She is passionate about supporting women in business, helping people to evolve in their business to achieve and grow.
We talk about setting well rounded goals in all areas of life, realising your 'why' and building habits that align with your goals and help to build your identity.
We also explore the difference between accountability partners and coaches, and making growth a priority.
Connect with Jessica:
Website- Jessica Crane - Salon Coach - Specialist in Salon Success
Instagram- Jessica Crane (@jessicacranesiss) • Instagram photos and videos
Book a free meeting- @JessicaCrane | Linktree
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THE NEW 'C' WORD
Vera Gedalia is from Washington, and shares her story of Covid 19 and the impact that has had on her health.
After contracting Covid and suffering from a very high fever, she noticed a markable decline in her hair health and condition, along with weak nails and dry skin.
She has also experienced significant hair shedding, known as Telogen Effluvium.
Vera talks about how, as her work in PR, events and marketing puts her in the spotlight, she has found it very distressing to have to disguise her hair loss. She finds it difficult to feel confident in her appearance as she has a professional image to uphold and feels her hair loss if noticeable.
We explore the variety of advice she has received, and how it can be a long steady road to recovery.
Connect with Vera:
Facebook- Vera Gedalia | Facebook
Inside Look TV Magazine | Facebook
Youtube- Producer Gedalia - YouTube
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LOSING YOUR SPARKLE
Alison Bladh is a registered nutritional therapist who specialises in female health.
We discuss how perimenopause, menopause and post menopause can affect your hair health, hair growth and contribute to hair loss.
We explore how hormonal changes in the body can affect so many aspects such as hair, mood & sleep patterns.
Alison gives advice on how to support gut health and improve your microbiome, and how to plan your diet to improve the effects of menopause.
She has also created an E-Book exclusively for listeners!
Go to:
https://www.acbnutrition.com/hairboostingmealplan
for your free copy.
Connect with Alison:
Instagram- ACB Nutrition (@carasnutritionkitchen) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Registered Nutritional Therapist | ACB Nutrition
Twitter- The Pink Tea Room (@pinktearoom) / Twitter
Email- acb.nutrition@outlook.com
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HELLO GORGEOUS!
Kim Becker, a hairdresser of more than 30 years, started to feel like there was more she should be doing to help people.
She made the amazing decision to start a non-profit mobile studio to visit cancer patients in their homes & pamper them at a low point in their life. She wanted to help women fighting cancer to keep a positive mindset and feel empowered.
'Its the doctor's job to treat your cancer and my job to help you look good whilst doing it'
Having experienced cancer herself, she can empathise with her clients and work with others taking a sensitive approach.
Hello Gorgeous has developed virtual makeover videos, and a training programme to enable salons to care for clients with a compromised immune system safely.
She believes there is always a lesson to be learned from adversity.
Connect with Kim:
Website- Hello Gorgeous!
Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMXls4KCrztZplNS1ycgt-A?view_as=subscriber
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HelloGorgeousIN
Instagram- Hello Gorgeous! of Hope (@hellogorgeousin) • Instagram photos and videos
Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hello-gorgeous/id1483621853
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THE POWER OF HAIR
Robert Masciave has a great history of competition and Avant Garde hairdressing work, inspired by historical figures such as Marie Antoinette, which has made him no stranger to cutting wigs. He also has a long history of working with clients experiencing alopecia.
He shares his knowledge and expertise on what to look for in a wig, the differences in quality and material, and why you should look at a wig as an investment rather than an expense.
'You cannot put a value on how you feel'
Robert takes great pleasure in making people look and feel the best they can. He also enjoys running a salon team, and recognises the importance in investing in staff and their development.
He also founded Eblade scissors, a revolutionary scissor to help perfect the craft of cutting hair whilst also reducing the risk of RSI.
Connect with Robert:
Instagram- Metropolis Hairdressing (@metropolishairdressing) • Instagram photos and videos
𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐯𝐞 (@robertmasciave) • Instagram photos and videos
𝐞𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐞 scissors © (@ebladescissors) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- @eBladescissors | Linktree
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JUST ANOTHER JOURNEY
Tracy Gee is here to tell her real life story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at 32, on the same day she also found out she was pregnant!
Tracy didn't really consider the hair loss aspect of chemo, until it all started falling out- she tried using a cold cap but found it unbearable.
Hear Tracy's story and how she has dealt with her recovery, including going straight into a surgical menopause without warning.
Connect with Tracy:
Facebook- Tracy Gee Estate Agent | Facebook
TAG Estates | Facebook
LinkedIn- Tracy Gee | LinkedIn
Instagram- Tracy Gee Bespoke Estate Agent (@tracygeeexp) • Instagram photos and videos
TAG ESTATE PLANNING (@tag_estates) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- TAG Estates (tag-estates.com)
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HAIR LOSS AND THE LAW OF ATTRACTION
Jacqueline Rhule began to experience alopecia areata in her 20s, triggered by stress.
This forced her to re-evaluate her nutrition, and how she was looking after herself and her body. She looked into natural therapies, complimentary therapies and how she manages stress.
She had previously placed great emphasis on her hair being part of her beauty, and has had to work on her self love.
Accepting her hair loss has not always been easy, but it has been a positive journey.
After she made the tough decision to shave her head 18 years ago, she has never looked back and now describes herself as a 'shaven headed goddess'.
She is now a life coach and is happy to have found an authentic way to help people. She encourages them to look at their mindset, clearing out any negative thought patterns and take inspired action. Jacqueline believes that the law of attraction hinges on what you think, what you believe and how you see yourself.
Connect with Jacqueline:
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/jackiebusinesscoach/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/businesscoachingwitheartandsoul
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-rhule-621a689/
Website- https://linktr.ee/Jacks888
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HERE COMES THE SCIENCE BIT
Scarring Alopecia- What is it and how is it caused?
Jacky van Driel-Nguene shares her wealth of knowledge in this episode on Cicatricial (scarring) alopecia.
Jacky, a natural educator even in childhood, has a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge wanting to help others grow and achieve more.
Curiosity for her around the hair and scalp led to her studying trichology, and now she often presents webinars alongside other organisations such as trichology Scotland.
She also offers Private tutoring and 1:1 support for trichologists and students.
Here we get an insight into her approach to trichology, where she describes her consultations as 'guidance towards recovery'
She is adamant that clients and patients need to be educated around their conditions and have all the ammunition they need to make informed decisions and receive the best possible treatment and outcomes.
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Facebook- (2) Jacky van Driel | Facebook
Instagram- Trichology Europe (@trichologyeurope) • Instagram photos and videos
LinkedIn- Jacky van Driel-Nguene | LinkedIn
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ANDROGENIC ALOPECIA
'Shame dies when stories are told in safe places'
Lacie Rodriguez, a small town girl, started to lose her hair at just 19, when depression and anxiety triggered her Female Pattern hair loss.
Some time later, she discovered hair toppers, and this gave her some sense of control over her hair loss, and helped her to come to terms with it.
She shares her knowledge on different added hair options for those with thinning hair, as she strives to remove the stigma around wigs and toppers.
Lacie now offers a consultancy service for ladies who need help and support around their hair loss and finding the right solution for them.
Lacie likes to challenge society's beauty standards and helps ladies to create their own definition of femininity and beauty.
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Instagram- Androgenic Alopecia Advocate (@lacie.rodriguez) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Lacie Rodriguez
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SCALP MICROPIGMENTATION
She's back!!
This week I am joined once again by the Education manager from the Institute of Trichology in London.
Sara is the queen of scalp micropigmentation, and this week she shares her knowledge and expertise.
So if you've ever wanted to know what it is, how it's done or if you might be a suitable candidate, you can find out here!
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Instagram- Sara Alkazraji - MIT (@ilkleymoortrichologyclinic) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- Ilkley Moor Trichology Clinic | Facebook
The institute of Trichologists- The Institute of Trichologists
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FINDING ACCURATE INFORMATION AROUND HAIR LOSS
This week I am joined by the Education manager from the Institute of Trichology in London.
Sara shares the latest on hair loss education practices, and where and how to find accurate information, such as where and how to refer clients who are experiencing hair and scalp issues.
We look at support from other professionals such as GP's, and how difficult it is to find the facts on hair loss solutions, when there is so much conflicting information in advertising and the media.
We also explore career pathways within hairdressing and trichology.
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Instagram- Sara Alkazraji - MIT (@ilkleymoortrichologyclinic) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook- Ilkley Moor Trichology Clinic | Facebook
The institute of Trichologists- The Institute of Trichologists
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HAIR LOSS EDUCATION
Krysia West established the Postiche Academy in 2020, after experiencing hair loss herself, she is passionate about hair and hair loss, and wanted to provide hair loss training for other stylists and hair professionals.
She recognised that there was little training for hairdressers and barbers on how to consult with clients on hair loss, and, after studying trichology, she wanted others to become an asset to their workplace by developing knowledge in this area.
As more and more clients are coming into the salon with hair loss and scalp problems, early recognition and referral could lead to prevention and will definitely give the best possible outcome for anyone experiencing hair loss.
We discuss a holistic approach to hairdressing, being able to care for and nurture our clients and who to collaborate with to build a network of professionals for support and guidance.
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Website- Postiche Academy | An online training centre dedicated to professional hair loss care and guidance.
Instagram- Postiche Academy (@posticheacademy) • Instagram photos and videos
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WHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM?
Melanie Kirk from Arkitect Hair extension academy shares her incredible knowledge on hair extensions and where the hair comes from.
Melanie is in her own words totally obsessed with all things hair and hair extensions!
Having experienced hair loss herself, and working in the hair extensions business, she is passionate about ensuring that the hair she uses has been donated freely, going so far as to even visiting the source directly to ensure that there was a fair gain for the donors.
She is spreading awareness of the dark side of the industry, and explains the importance of ensuring that hair is not being collected in an unsustainable or immoral way.
Hair extensions are a $56.7 billion industry, and we have a responsibility as the consumer to support ethical trade practices- there are over 20,000 donations a day in India alone.
we discuss some of the more unregulated areas of the hair we are buying, such as the country of origin, and correct labelling and descriptions.
Todays episode will have you reflecting on the impact that consumerism can have around the world.
She also explains how there are 37 different types of hair extension methods, and how to ensure you are learning the correct methods for your business and target demographic.
Melanie also talks about how she can support your business, including aftercare following attendance of a course and how important this is.
Connect with Melanie:
Instagram- hairextensioncourses (@arkitecthairextensionacademy) • Instagram photos and videos
Website- Online Hair Extension Courses | Face to Face Hair Extension Courses | Bespoke Hair Extension Courses (arkitecthairextensionacademy.com)
LinkedIn- Arkitect Hair Extension Academy - Melanie Kirk - Director - Arkitect Hair Extension Academy | LinkedIn
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HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HAIR LOSS
Heather Greene talks about taking a more holistic approach to hairdressing, after finding that using hair products all day caused sensitivity to her skin and hands, and she started to explore making a switch to more natural brands.
What's in a product?
We discuss 'clean' haircare products and how you can limit exposure to certain toxins, your 'toxic burden' by choosing better quality products for you and your clients, and being conscious of chemical services.
We also talk about finding more fulfilment within your career, more effective marketing strategies and how to work smarter not harder.
Heather is passionate about helping hairdressers and salons, and gives us a rundown of her 'conscious consultations' programme.
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Website- Heather Greene (heathergreenehair.com)
Instagram- Heather Greene (@heathergreenehair) • Instagram photos and videos
Youtube- Heather Greene - YouTube
Holistic Hair School- Waitlist for Holistic Hair School™ (holistichairstylistacademy.com)
Masterclass- Masterclasses — Heather Greene (heathergreenehair.com)
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LIONS BARBER COLLECTIVE
In 2014, Tom Chapman lost a friend to suicide.
In 2015, He founded the Lions Barber Collective.
The charity was set up in a bid to help the prevention of suicide.
His aim was to create a safe space to provide a vital source of mental health support facilitated by barbers across the country.
Barbers are trained to recognise signs and symptoms of mental health, and know what to do if someone opens up to them.
We talk about the importance of listening and talking to someone, and how to know when and where to refer clients for help.
Tom is passionate that clients be regarded holistically; they are not just marketing tools, and their wellbeing is important.
Tom shares his own experiences and we discuss how much of a barber's or hairdresser's role is already that of a therapist, that 'Familiar stranger' that we share so much with, including our thoughts, feelings and who we go through all our major life events with.
He hopes to create an offloading service for hairdressers, barbers and therapists where they can talk through any problems or worries they have and unload from a tough workday.
Connect with Tom:
Lions Barber Collective- The Lions Barber Collective | Lions | Barbers | Suicide Prevention
Instagram- 𝕿 𝖔 𝖒 𝕮 𝖍 𝖆 𝖕 𝖒 𝖆 𝖓 (@tomchapman_hair) • Instagram photos and videos
The Lions Barber Collective (@thelionsbarbers) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter- 𝕿𝖔𝖒 𝕮𝖍𝖆𝖕𝖒𝖆𝖓 (@HeresTommy) / Twitter
Book- The Mighty Lions & the Big Match: What if We Don't Win? - Tom Chapman; Chris Dickason; | Foyles Bookstore
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FAKE IT 'TIL YOU MAKE IT
Beth Finlay shares her story; after contracting glandular fever, she started to experience alopecia areata and has lived with fluctuating hair loss ever since.
She talks about looking in the mirror feeling ugly, not liking what she saw and describes this as one of the hardest things to overcome.
But with gradual acceptance came resilience, and as she started to take back control, she began to help others by talking about her experience.
She now runs a social media agency, and has built a community on instagram @itsnotjusthair_
We also explore the need to care for and protect your scalp and Beth was involved in Monpure's recent campaign and now works closely with the brand, promoting the products for hair and scalp care.
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Instagram- It's Not Just Hair (@itsnotjusthair_) • Instagram photos and videos
Beth Finlay (@beth.finlay) • Instagram photos and videos
MONPURE London (@monpurelondon) • Instagram photos and videos
Monpure- Luxury Scalp & Hair Care | Sustainable, Vegan | MONPURE
Youtube Campaign- #ItsNotJustHair - Breaking the taboo around female hair loss - YouTube
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ACCEPTANCE
Catherine specialises in counselling for hair loss, and we look at the psychological impact alopecia can have.
Living with alopecia herself, she can offer a unique insight into the grieving process for hair loss, and how to recognise unhelpful patterns, along with dealing with unpredictable or unstable hair loss patterns.
We discuss the stresses of returning to a normal life after lockdown and how you may underestimate your own ability to handle stressful situations.
She also shares the unsolicited advice she's been given over the years- do you have any crazy 'advice' you've had forced upon you? Please send me your stories!
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Website- Alopecia Therapeutic Support Group — CMT | Psychology (cmtpsychology.com.au)
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POSITIVE MINDSET
Welcome to Season Two!
What a great guest to start off with!
Sheridan Ruth talks about using yoga for therapy and mental health support
We explore the importance of a daily routine of self care to support Body- Mind- Soul
We delve into the psychology of body image relating to hair loss; why do people deal with hair loss the way they do?
What makes it easier for some people to accept hair loss than others?
Sheridan offers coaching which uncovers childhood patterns and deep rooted beliefs that affect your response factors such as hair loss.
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Website- Home - Sheridan Ruth - Alopecia Mindset Coach
Instagram- Sheridan - Alopecia Coach (@_sheridanruth_) • Instagram photos and videos
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SEASON 1 DONE!
Thanks so much to everyone who has listened to the podcast so far, I really appreciate it!
I have had a great time putting together season one for you, and am now taking a short season break, before we are back for season two with another load of amazing content, the best guests ever and lots of different topics, including some inspirational real life stories.
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BECOMING MORE INCLUSIVE
Lynne is an amazing guest this week!
We talk about how to make salons and services more inclusive to clients with different needs & expectations, including those with hair loss, special needs and the transgender community.
Lynne sheds some light on the 'My new hair' courses, where you can learn how to cut wigs and become an approved salon.
We also discuss supporting cancer patients and what to expect if someone is having chemotherapy, helping to understand their journey.
Personal and professional development- why is this so important in your career?
You should love what you do, and education can be the key to igniting your passion for your work.
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Instagram- Shimmers Hair salon (@shimmers_hair_salon_) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter- ShimmersHairSalon (@ShimmersHair) / Twitter
Facebook- (11) Shimmers Hair Salon | Facebook
My New Hair- My New Hair
Trendco- Trendco - Wigs, Hairpieces, Headwear & Turbans, Aftercare - Trendco - Wigs & Hairpieces
HJI- Transgender Hair Services That Your Salon Can Provide (hji.co.uk)
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HAIR REPLACEMENT SYSTEMS
In this episode Sarah talks about types of hair loss, and the solutions and options available.
She outlines the different hair pieces, how they work and who they would be suitable for.
We also discuss opening a business during the pandemic, and how she is striving to get medical status for her hair replacement services, so that they can be recognised as a medical need, rather than a cosmetic service. She shares the difficulties those with hair loss have had to face over lockdown.
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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lotus_hair_restoration/
Microlines- https://www.hairdreams.com/en-gb/volume/volume-hair-thickening-system/volume-microlines
Natulique Hair Colour- https://www.natulique.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAgc-ABhA7EiwAjev-j9TzC8GXuut6-KsS3XNuwOAQLM6QfT1HD4rUi8yiuu4AUzcxiq1grxoCLXQQAvD_BwE
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UNEXPLAINED ALOPECIA AREATAIn this episode, we talk to Jo, who has been living with alopecia areata for over seven years.
She takes us through her experience, and discusses how she has suffered from hair loss despite living an active lifestyle and having a balanced diet.
We explore the challenges of balancing being a busy mum and a teacher, and always wanting what you don't have!
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WORKING TOGETHER
Jane Mayhead of the Maylan clinic has been practicing trichology for over 20 years.
This week we look at why it may be beneficial for trichologists to work closely with salons and medical professionals to ensure support is provided for early signs of hair loss.
Are you a hairdresser? what is your approach if you notice a client has bald patches or their hair is thinning?
We discuss the importance of the correct approach, and how continual professional development and ongoing education are essential to make sure you are at the top of your game, including product knowledge and building a network of professional support.
Do you know what is in your hair products and what they do?
Jane also explains her DNA testing service, which can tell you if certain hairloss products, such as minoxidil are likely to work for you.
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Hair loss treatment and wigs for south east England | Trichology in Kent (midkenttrichology.co.uk)
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HAIR LOSS & HORMONES
This week we are talking all things hormones, with my fabulous guest Cara from The Hormonal Mama.
We look at how hair can be affected during infertility, pregnancy, post partum, PCOS and Thyroid issues, including thinning hair, slow growth and excess hair!
Cara opens up about her own experiences and we discuss how hormones can be the driving force behind so many issues.
Community is also important, and this week offers advice on where and how we can seek appropriate help to suit you.
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Facebook- The Hormonal Mama | Facebook
Instagram- Cara B. | Infertility Coach (@thehormonalmama)
Youtube- The Hormonal Mama - YouTube
Website- http://www.thehormonalmama.com/
Podcast- The Hormonal Mama Podcast |
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SURVIVING CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENT
Cianna, who is now ten, was diagnosed with leukaemia before the age of three.
She joins us with her Mum, Laura, and they talk about experiencing childhood with no hair, dealing with treatment and the difficulties they have had to face.
Cianna has an amazing attitude and we look at how her journey has changed her and made her a more empathetic person.
She has also won an award for the amount of charity work she has done 💕
Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group (cclg.org.uk)
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Little Princess Trust (littleprincesses.org.uk)
Apologies if the sound quality on this episode is not amazing- it turns out ten year olds are difficult to interview- but her story was just too touching not to share!
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DO ALOPECIA YOUR WAY
148 million people in the world, around 2% of the population experience hair loss.
Deeann Graham, the host of the Alopecia Life Podcast, is one of them.
She talks about her life with alopecia, losing friends and gaining new ones, and how you can find the right support and help for you- you don't have to go through it alone.
We also discuss how to best support someone with alopecia, especially children, and how cultivation connections with others in a similar situation can really help.
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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/alopecialifecoach/
Website- https://headonlifecoaching.com/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/alopecialife
Podcast- Alopecia Life on Apple Podcasts
Get the book here- https://amzn.to/3t1FReQ
Alopecia UK- https://www.alopecia.org.uk/
National Alopecia Areata Foundation- National Alopecia Areata Foundation | (naaf.org)
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What could a Trichologist do for you? ~ Why you need a hair & scalp checkupThis week Hair & Scalp expert Benedetto Cusumano from Trichocentre explains what a Trichologist does.
We chat about how to find the right professional for you and when you should visit a Trichologist.
Ben also discusses the concept of regular hair & scalp check-ups, the same way you would have regular visits to the optician or dentist.
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Tricocentre- www.trichocentre.com
Facebook- https://m.facebook.com/trichocentre/
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/trichocentre/
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Recognising contributing factors for hair loss ~ Finding the positives when bereavement & stress trigger Alopecia
After suffering a couple of majorly traumatic losses, Frederick shares how this triggered episodes of hairloss, and how he has come to recognise this as a sign to reduce the stress in his life and develop a greater level of self awareness.
Despite everything he has been through, we talk about how to overcome stress, and using the hair loss signs to his advantage,
Frederick's philosophy is to look for the silver lining in any situation and treat it as an opportunity for learning and growth.
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Frederick Gautier – a Podcast Creator
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How to overcome feeling judged and rebuild your confidence when experiencing perimenopausal hair loss
I am very honoured to have Helen as a guest this week, who has had the courage to chat about her hair loss. Helen has never spoken to anyone about this before; not even her husband or family!
As a professional who's job involves public speaking, hair loss has really made a dent in Helen's confidence. She shares her story of how she has had to overcome her fear of feeling judged and appearing unprofessional because of her hair loss.
Nearing 50, and coming up to the menopause, a pressurised career and then the added stress of lockdown have all contributed to Helen experiencing shedding and thinner hair.
We discuss the pressure today to portray perfection and the path to self- acceptance.
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From the inside out ~ Essential nutrition advice for optimum hair growthNutritionist Julie Clark talks about how health and nutrition can affect and improve all aspects of your life.
After leaving a busy, stressful career where she was a self-confessed 'overachiever', Julie decided to focus on her health and wellbeing and now helps people in many different areas including fertility, busy mums, families and baby led weaning.
We talk about how healthy hair starts from the inside out and Julie reveals which are the foods and vitamins that will contribute to optimum hair health & growth.
We also discuss how testing the hair can be used as a tool to help to determine nutrient levels.
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Fact Sheet how to change bad habits- https://julieclark-nutrition.ck.page/habit-guide
Website- www.julieclarknutrition.co.uk
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When Alopecia Areata turns to Alopecia Totalis ~ How to accept rapid hair lossReal life story:
Following a stressful time, self-confessed perfectionist Martin noticed one day that he was shedding hair. He then noticed one patch, then another. Within two weeks, he had rapidly lost the majority of his hair.
This is his story about how alopecia has left him leaving lockdown looking like a different person!
A real and honest look into coming to terms with hair loss and how he has learned to come to terms with it.
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Overcoming Alopecia Areata ~ How re-evaluating your work/ life balance can have a positive impact on your health
Faced with hair loss, and having a very busy, stressful lifestyle, Karoliina Saunders, a salon owner, educator and international session stylist, made the very bold decision to shave her head, despite believing that hair is a key part of a person's identity.
Along with re- evaluating her work- life balance, she has completely changed the way her salon operates to ensure the mental health and wellbeing of herself and her staff, as well as being able to offer her clients her complete time and attention for their whole visit. We talk about how she made the decision to slow down in her business and take a different approach to seeing her clients.
She also shares her own hair loss journey and talks about how she finds it empowering to know that she may be helping others who are going through the same thing by taking about it. It can be reassuring to know you are not alone, and how important it is to have someone to talk it through with.
We discuss choosing the right wig for you, how to get one personalised and cut, and how to look after it.
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Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/karoliina.saunders
https://www.facebook.com/karoliinasaundershair
Website- https://www.karoliinashd.co.uk/index.html
Wigs- https://www.mandevillelondon.com/
Alopecia UK- https://www.alopecia.org.uk/
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Beating cancer and becoming an award winning entrepreneur ~ W/ Cody G'Don't let a chapter of your life re-write your whole book'
Cody G is a cancer survivor, and inventor of the C-Lash, a strip lash that can be worn comfortably even if you have no natural lashes.
After having treatment and wanting to wear lashes, she realised that most lashes are designed to attach to the natural eyelash- which she didn't have. So she create her own solution!
We talk about her cancer diagnosis, parenting during such a difficult time, and rebuilding your life after fighting cancer.
How her adopting her 'lipstick and heels' mentality literally gave her a reason to get out of bed every morning and coming up from rock bottom.
Cody G also chats about getting nominated for several awards, and what's in the pipeline, including making her own gin!
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https://c-lash.co.uk/
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Great hair starts with self care ~ How to find the best products for optimum hair & scalp health W/ Centred
Centred founder Laura Tudor transitioned from a stressful ten year career in the fashion industry into creating her own brand of products after suffering with alopecia.
Along with her husband, award winning hair stylist, Kieran Tudor, they decided to produce their own product range to promote hair and scalp health after they were unable to find ethical, sustainable natural vegan products.
We chat about her hair loss journey, product ingredients, misleading marketing and how to know what to choose when buying products for hair loss, including supplements. They also talk about their Youtube channel, where they produce information and tutorial videos on things like massage, to help promote hair growth and hair health.
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https://www.wearecentred.com/collections/all-products
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Why your salon needs a hair loss specialist ~ W/ Mark Blake TrichologistFun fact: According to renowned Trichologist Mark Blake, the average person produces 36 metres of hair every day!
With 50% of the country suffering from some form of hair loss, I chat to Mark about how the affects of COVID and the pandemic may see this rise.
We discuss how can trichology be made more accessible, and how, with hair loss being such a prevalent concern, how every salon should consider having a hair loss specialist as part of their team.
Nutrition and treatments, including the use of cold caps during cancer treatments are touched upon, as well as the mental health & wellbeing aspect of losing your hair.
Mark describes what its like to offer the Luxury salon experience, as well as how to build trust with clients and patients. We also look at what the salon experience might be like in the future.
'For the hair you deserve'
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Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/markblaketrichologist/
https://www.markblake.co.uk/
https://www.nioxin.com/
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Adding value to your business by improving the salon experience ~ W/ Haringtons London
Salon owner and trainee Trichologist Danny Coles tells us all about the struggles of owning a business in lockdown and how we can add value to clients' visits when they return, including looking after their wellness and adopting a more holistic approach.
Also we touch on mental health & self care strategies for business owners and staff.
Danny gives his experience of studying trichology with the Institute of Trichology and how working with a Trichologist could benefit a salon.
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www.haringtons.com/find-a-salon/northwood-hair-salon
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Semi- permanent makeup after cancer ~ Is it vanity or normality?Fiona Shoults is a Semi- Permanent Makeup Artist, drawn to the field after her own experiences from breast cancer and treatments.
She also now specialises in 'Botched Ink', correcting Semi- permanent Makeup when it has gone wrong or been done badly. We discuss her breast cancer journey, how she was criticised for wanting to regain her eyebrows after chemo, not wanting to tell people about her cancer diagnosis for fear of upsetting them, tips on headwear, lashes, skin treatments, and where you can go to get some help and support.
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Connect with support here:
https://www.breastcancerkent.org.uk/
https://breastcancernow.org/
https://www.c-r-y.org.uk/
C- curve lash
https://www.chemoheadwear.co.uk/
Alopecia Areata & Telogen Effluvium ~ What to do when you receive contradictory diagnoses and where to find supportTelogen Effluvium and Alopecia Areata~ what to do when you receive two differing diagnoses!
When Victoria started to notice she was losing her hair, she faced an uncertain time- from not being able to get to see a specialist due to lockdown, to then receiving two different diagnoses from two different specialists!
She talks about how and where she found support, losing your best feature and part of your identity and learning to love yourself more, and how her hair loss acts as a reminder to her to practice more self care and manage stress levels.
Victoria recommends:
Lemonade wigs- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=Lemonade%20Wigs
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QUICK INTRODUCTION~ what's it all about?
Welcome to the hair therapy podcast.
After being in the Hairdressing industry for 23 years, I felt compelled to expand my expertise and study Trichology to gain a much greater understanding of the hair and scalp.
I would like to share my knowledge along the way.
In this podcast, we will hear from many experts in their fields, on a variety of subjects and treatments.
You will also get to share in the experiences of real life stories from people suffering from all kinds of alopecia, hair loss and hair and scalp conditions.
I hope that you will find some of this information useful, and maybe even informative and reassuring.
Please share this with anyone who you feel it may resonate with or be of benefit.
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Is online learning the future for the Hairdressing Industry?
Derry is a highly experienced educator, director of the Training Solutions Group providing Hairdressing & beauty training face- to- face and online, working with the largest wholesale groups in the country.
Derry is currently training in trichology with Trichocare.
He is also a Salon owner, and tells us about owning a business during COVID, the changes in working patterns and the industry as a whole.
We discuss how training and education has had to move online, and how that changes delivery and the industry going forward.
We also chat about Trichology and how expanding your knowledge can provide a USP and enhance your salon business.
https://trichocare.co.uk/
https://masced.uk/
https://www.uktraining-solutions.co.uk/
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How to diversify and grow your business in a pandemicIn this episode I chat to Hair loss expert Kerrie Capelli, co founder of Kerrie Capelli salon & Hair Loss clinic.
Kerrie is an educator & trainer and provides hair loss solutions.
Find out about how she coped with running a business during a pandemic, working on diversifying and growing her hair loss and education services, raising awareness around hair loss and working with an expert Trichologist.
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Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKoS--sh8TU
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