Creating a truly inclusive salon culture in 2023 with jasmin allen
Published
31st Mar 2023
by charlottegw
Colourist and mixed heritage hair expert Jasmin Allen is holding a powerful conversation about creating a truly inclusive salon culture in 2023.
On April 19, from 7.30pm - 9pm, you can attend the free event on Zoom. Register here.
Jasmin's introductory event is dedicated to supporting salons in becoming informed, up-skilled and equipped to adequately and respectfully serve their clients and care for their Mixed-heritage hair.
The event includes:
• Social and historical context surrounding Mixed-heritage hair
• The business case
• Creating an inclusive salon culture
• Panel debate and audience Q&A with Jasmin Allen, TV producer Tia Fogarty, Apprentice finalist Kathryn Louise Burn and Starr of Britain’s Got Talent’s Diversity
We recently interviewed Jasmin as part of our HJ Voicenotes series. In it, she spoke about the need for furthering education of Mixed-heritage hair. You can read the full interview in the April issue of HJ, which lands from the 4 April!
Here's a sneak peek of our conversation below:
"For anyone who thinks that mixed heritage hair education isn’t a priority, know this: people of mixed heritage are the largest growing demographic. On a human level – it is deeper than "just hair", it’s someone’s identity. For people with mixed heritage hair, there can be confusion over which type of salon to go to – high street salon or an Afro-centric salon? But what if every salon could cater to all hair types? I recently had a negative experience myself at a salon. One of the stylists said: “how do you get a brush through that?” and the staff were fascinated by my hair. I hadn't told them I was a hairdresser because I wanted to relax, but their comments made me feel ‘other’ in an environment that’s meant to make people feel good."
About Jasmin Allen
Jasmin Allen is one of London’s most in-demand colourists. The go-to for a number of celebrity clients (including Lewis Hamilton, Courtney Cox and Zoe Kravitz), she is an important voice and consultant on hair diversity for the industry. From working alongside world-renowned photographer, Rankin, to royalty on Vogue covers and styling some of the world’s most prestigious events such as The Met Gala, Jasmin’s work is highly coveted. She is as committed to inclusion in the hairdressing sector of tomorrow as she is to an industry in post-pandemic evolution, and values working with clients from all walks of life.
Check out the amazing British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional 2022 Afro Hairdresser of the Year finalists here.