20 reasons to visit salon international

Here are 20 reasons why you don’t want to miss Salon International this year. 1. It’s the biggest and best With more than 400 brands from across the globe, Salon International is the biggest hairdressing show in the UK. 2. See the newest products & services Salon International serves as a launch pad for some the best products and technologies in the industry, all set to boost your retail sales in the year ahead. 3. Discover the latest trends that help shape the industry Get access to free live demonstrations, showcasing the latest trends and techniques to move your salon forward brought to you by some of the biggest names in hairdressing. 4. The HJ Stage See some of hairdressing’s biggest talent sharing their skills across all three days on the HJ Stage. This year includes names like HOB Salons, Anne Veck, Sophia Hilton, Charles Worthington and many more. 5. Salon Live Renowned for creative and educational content this year's Salon Live features spectacular catwalk presentations and practical demonstrations by Patrick Cameron, Rush, Sassoon Academy & Toni & Guy. Book your tickets for Salon Live now. 6. Salon Seminars with Mahogany For the 29th consecutive year the Mahogany Creative Team bring their groundbreaking cutting and colouring techniques to the forefront of creativity as they showcase their latest Spring/Summer 2017 Collection at Salon International 2016. Book your tickets now for Salon Seminars. 7. The Legends Lounge 2016 sees a host of brand new content coming to Salon International including the Legends Lounge. Get up close and personal with hairdressing heroes Trevor Sorbie, Annie Humphries, Tyler Johnston, Robert Lobetta, Patrick Cameron and Anthony Mascolo as they share insights into their career and inspirations as well as answer all those questions you’ve been desperate to ask. 8. The British Hairdressing Awards Gallery See all the stunning collections shortlisted in HJ’s British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, in the dedicated gallery. 9. The dedicated HJ Men's Stage. New for 2016 the HJ Men Stage will offer three days of exciting presentations from some of the world’s leading barbers and men’s stylists eager to share their experiences, tips, tricks and techniques from industry favourites Kevin Luchmun, Chris Foster and Sid Sottung, hosted by HJ Men Editor Matthew Batham & Marcus King. 10. The brand new Hair Health Village and The National Trichology Conference. The National Trichology Conference will feature speakers and topics relevant to qualified trichologists and hairdressers interested in this area. A Hair Health Village has been introduced onto the show floor and will feature an educational stage where product demonstrations and insights will be shared. Book tickets for The National Trichology Conference. 11. ColourCraft New for 2016 is ColourCraft, a 60-minute celebration of the art of colour. Salon-friendly techniques and trends as well as more creative concepts will be presented by some of the most exciting colourists in the country, including Paul Dennison, Jack Howard, Tracey Devine-Smith and the Blue Tit artistic team. Book tickets for ColourCraft. 12. Colour Trilogy Three experts in their respective fields Michelle Blake, Carolyn Newman and Hellen Ward will be working together to present the optimum colour business plan, so the hairdresser, manager or salon owner, gets the whole picture after attending the education. Book tickets for Colour Trilogy. 13. BaByliss PRO Presents Session to Salon BaByliss PRO, make their debut at this year’s Salon Live. Richard Phillipart, celebrated by the industry as one of the top hairdressers of his generation, will be presenting a Session to Salon Masterclass. He will demonstrate why BaByliss PRO are the preferred tools backstage at the international fashion weeks, highlighting how to recreate and adapt the looks for your salon using their Titanium Expression collection. Book tickets here. 14. Get inspiration for a salon redesign. Some top furniture suppliers will be dispalying stunning ranges at Salon International. A great opportunity to browse and seek advice on improving your salon and redesign inspiration. 15. It’s a great team day out What better way to enjoy a day out as a team than by getting inspired at the UK’s biggest hairdressing event. There’ll be something to excite every member of the team. 16. Touch and test leading products Salon International offers the chance to see and test the newest products before anyone else. Decide what’s best for your salon and discover some great opportunities. 17. Build relationships with suppliers Salon International offers the chance to get face-to-face with some of the industry’s leading suppliers, discover what hey can offer and build invaluable relationships. 18. Inspire and motivate your team If you’re a salon owner, a trip to Salon International is the perfect way to motivate your team. They’ll get to see the industry’s leading lights and rising stars, the perfect way to inspire their career. 19. Salon International Competitions This year there will be six HJ competitions taking place live at Salon International. See the finalists battle it out to be named HJ’s Barber of the Year sponsored by Andis; Men's Afro Stylist of the Year sponsored by Andis; Afro Stylist of the Year sponsored by Avlon; Bridal Hairdresser of the Year; Extensions Specialist of the Year sponsored by Remi Cachet and Rising Star of the Year. See all the finalists. 20. It’s never been easier to take advantage of everything there Have the whole of Salon International at your fingertips by downloading the app. There’s a complete schedule of the show, live shows and exhibitors, ensure you don’t miss out and download the app today.