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How To Cut It in the Hairdressing Industry

How To Cut It in the Hairdressing Industry

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Voted Hairbrained’s ‘Global Industry Podcast of the Year’, this is the show that gives the insights, inspirations and information to take your hairdressing and barbering careers to the next level.Copyright © HOWTOCUT IT Network Art
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  • EP393: Stop Guessing Hair Colour—You’re Gambling with People’s Hair, with Samantha Blues

    EP393: Stop Guessing Hair Colour—You’re Gambling with People’s Hair, with Samantha Blues
    Jun 8 2026
    What if colour work could be approached less like guesswork and more like investigation? In this episode I'm joined by Samantha Blues, founder of Colour Science Investigation, who explains her crime-scene-style framework for helping stylists move from guessing to predicting in colour. Samantha discusses why many stylists are taught to focus on the finished look rather than what is happening inside the hair, and why hair reading, residue, underlying pigment and consultation questions are essential. She also covers toners, colour correction and the limits of relying on formulas alone, saying the goal is to build confidence, structure and better client communication. Hit Play! CHAPTERS 5:03: Why the Industry Fails Stylists 10:10: Toning Without Panic 12:24: Samantha’s Personal Turning Point 14:43: What Makes Great Colour 15:44: Stronger Consultations, Better Results 18:19: Hidden Colour Problems Exposed 20:15: Simplifying the Science 22:24: Inside the Six-Week Course 22:56: Why This Course Matters 25:27: Finding Time to Learn 27:11: Confidence, Loyalty, and Pricing Power 30:10: Facing Embarrassment and Learning 31:22: Brand Neutral and Accessible 33:09: Why Guessing Leads to Disaster EPISODE RESOURCES FOR ALL COURSES AND MORE WITH SAMANTHA BLUES VISIT HERE CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA ON INSTAGRAM @SAMANTHABLUESCOLOURCOACH DISCOVER TODAY SPONSORS KERATIN COMPLEX PRODUCTS HERE TICKETS TO HAIRCON CLICK HERE USE CODE HTCI10 FOR 10% DISCOUNT
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    37 mins
  • EP394: Hair Colour Ingredient Truths with Wella’s Ursus Schweitzer

    EP394: Hair Colour Ingredient Truths with Wella’s Ursus Schweitzer
    Jul 7 2026
    Are scary ingredient headlines warping your colour decisions? In this episode brought to you by Wella Professionals UKI, we’re joined by Ursus Schweitzer—an R&D connector who bridges the lab and the salon floor. He observes how productsare really used, then translates complex chemistry into clear, salon-ready truths. Ursus cuts through the noise and decode what’s really inside the bottle so you can make smarter choices and educate clients with confidence. You’ll learn how to separate study-based evidence from clickbait, why full formulations and purpose-built systems (including alkalizers) matter more than single “hero” or “villain” ingredients, how credible sourcing, biodegradability, and sustainability guide modern development, and practical ways to translate science into salon language. An episode perfect for hairdressers and salon owners who are ready to swap noise for knowledge. Hit play! CHAPTERS 6:32: Why Ingredients Matter Now 10:54: Ammonia Versus MEA 16:15: The Truth About Controversial Ingredients 21:06: Talking Confidence With Clients 23:08: Busting Ammonia Myths 26:05: Responding To Ingredient Concerns 28:24: The Future Of Formulation 33:13: Curiosity Over Caution RESOURCES FOR MORE ON WELLA EDUCATION CLICK HERE VISIT WELLA STORE HERE CONNECT WITH WELLA PROFESSIONALS UKI ON INSTAGRAM @WELLAPROFESSIONALSUKI
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    37 mins
  • EP395: The Secret Garden’s Gender‑Neutral Salon Playbook

    EP395: The Secret Garden’s Gender‑Neutral Salon Playbook
    Jul 20 2026
    In today’s episode, Dom chats with Darren Cunningham and George Waterfield, owners of Leicester’s The Secret Garden, on building a truly welcoming, LGBTQ+ inclusive salon—and why inclusion is both practical and profitable. Hear how they opened at speed, navigated Leicester’s lockdown from a family garage, and replaced “ladies/gents” with gender‑neutral, length‑ and time‑based pricing. They share lessons on risk‑taking, constant education, and turning hate toward their Pride flag into powerful community solidarity, culminating in a 140‑person drag‑queen re‑raising. Plus, their growth playbook: DMing influencers, smart pro bono collabs that led to Netflix premiere work and headline moments, and brand partnerships with L’Oréal. If you want culture, pricing, and marketing strategies that actually move the needle, this one’s for you. Hit Play! CHAPTERS 2:36: Pricing Without Labels 5:02: Hairdressing Journeys 8:03: How They Met 9:13: Strengths In Partnership 13:01: From Idea To Salon 15:00: COVID Garage Pivot 17:46: Influencer Wins 20:26: Kate Price Event 22:57: Finding Inclusive Pricing 24:56: Gender-Neutral Pricing 28:02: Brand Impact 29:16: Hate And The Flag 30:53: Community Support Rally: 32:50: Simple Inclusion Steps 34:07: Rethinking The Menu 36:13: Awards And Brands 38:35: Saying Yes To Growth 39:41: Dreaming Bigger 43:36: Future Goals EPISODE RESOURCES Connect with The Secret Garden on Instagram @thesecretgardenhair DISCOVER TODAY SPONSORS KERATIN COMPLEX PRODUCTS HERE
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    49 mins
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