Ten reasons to visit salon international

1. 40 Years of Inspiration  Salon International is simply the greatest hairdressing exhibition on the planet. Since its inception in 1973, Salon International has grown into an event that attracts in excess of 48,000 visitors from all around the globe.
2. Innovations Galore  More than 250 exhibitors will make their way to ExCeL London days before the big weekend in order to bring you the latest and greatest products, services and new hairdressing innovations.
3. Get Business Savvy  Salon International is much more than just a hairdressing exhibition. Business Extra events take place on the Sunday making it one day that no salon owner who is serious about their business can afford to miss. Guest speakers throughout the day will present on subjects including sales, promotion, marketing and customer service.
4. Enjoy London  Visiting Salon International is the perfect excuse to have a weekend in London and explore the delights of the West End, theatre land or Soho. No trip to London would be complete without heading to Selfridges, Harrods or Harvey Nichols for some serious retail therapy.
5. International Hair Shows  Salon Live is a key attraction of Salon International. The theatre-style format is set up in the Platinum suite and provides a rare opportunity to experience some of the most creative talents in the hairdressing industry, and gain a sneak preview of the forthcoming season's trends. Exhibition stages throughout the Hair Show also provide hairdressers with the perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with brand ambassadors and see the latest products being demonstrated.
6. The Alternative Hair Show  A visit to London for Salon International is also an opportunity to attend The Alternative Hair Show. The world-renowned hair show is generally held on the Sunday and provides the opportunity to see hair teams from across the globe present spectacular avant garde hairstyles. Not only is this a spectacular hair show, but it's also a mammoth fund-raiser that to date, has raised £8m for Leukaemia Research.
7. Live Shows All Under One Roof  You don't need to spend a fortune to see all the latest trends and techniques. Once you've paid to enter The Hair Show you can simply stroll around at your leisure and watch the array of free presentations.
8. Education and Inspiration  Education comes alive at Salon International seminars, which take place throughout the three days at Salon International. See collections and trends brought to life on an intimate scale with the opportunity to get up close and personal for photographs and questions.
9. Mix with the Biggest Names in Hairdressing  You never know who you might bump into when you're walking around Salon International. Hairdressing legends Anthony Mascolo, Patrick Cameron, Andrew Barton and Trevor Sorbie to name just a few, can often be seen strolling around the show.
10. Shop Til You Drop  Salon International is a great event to grab a bargain. Many exhibitors will be offering show promotions, free samples and substantial discounts to visitors.