Why hairdressers love salon international
Salon International is a weekend of education, inspiration, innovation and excitement.
There is something for everyone, from top teams presenting Live Shows and educational Seminars to The Hair Show bursting with free stages and the latest products and Business Extra focusing on boosting your business.
But, don't take our word for it, here's what a selection of hairdressers have to say about the UK's leading hair exhibition.
"I love Salon International because from the moment I walked into the show as a junior I was hooked. Watching top hairdressing names onstage made me want to be part off that - and now I am. The event is full of creativity and passion and the buzz is addictive."
Angelo Vallillo at Zullo & Holland, Nottingham
"Salon International is a melting pot of many styles and disciplines across the hair and beauty industry, and it gives us the chance to experience what our beautiful industry has to offer."
Alfie Booth at Andrew Collinge, Manchester
"Whether I'm appearing there or just visiting, Salon International gives me a great buzz. Any hairdresser that is taking their career seriously should, without doubt, visit the show. It's an opportunity to see your icons and up-and-coming hairdressers - anyone that is anyone in hairdressing is there throughout the weekend."
Daniel Spiller at Marc Antoni, Reading, Berkshire
"I love Salon International's frenetic energy - it's the best three days in my calendar. It's absolute value for money, is inspiring and there is so much to see and do. I love visiting The Gallery to see all the images from HJ's British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, and seeing how trends have been interpreted."
Joshua Goldsworthy at Goldsworthy's, Swindon, Wiltshire
"When I first became a hairdresser, I used to travel down from Wolverhampton to Salon International, and I couldn't believe what an amazing, exciting exhibition it was for a young hairdresser. Now, I still get a real creative fix - whether I'm presenting or just walking around. Visiting Salon International is a vital part of any stylists' creative journey."
Desmond Murray at Atherton Cox, London
"Salon International is a great opportunity to meet up with everybody and see what everyone is doing. If you want to be part of the greatest show on earth, then you have to be there."
Tracey Devine at Angels, Aberdeen
"Salon International gives you the opportunity to see so many industry people in one go, from manufacturers to icons and upcoming talent - I wouldn't miss it. You get a real overview of where we are as an industry and the latest trends and technologies. There's so much to see, you can meet and chat with hairdressers you admire, and the atmosphere will get you enthusiastic about hairdressing."
Jamie Stevens at Errol Douglas, London
"I love Salon International because I love hair - it's that simple. Salon International brings everything together - from people and products to business and furniture. I'm like a kid in a sweet shop wandering around the stands, people watching, catching up with old friends and checking out what's new."
Mark Leeson, Mark Leeson, Hair, Body & Mind, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
"I love Salon International as it marks the launch of our new education collection and our Salon Live Show is the perfect opportunity to showcase the culmination of my team's work from the past 10 months - so it is a very exciting time for us. It is a great time to see everything that is new and exciting in the industry, from the latest education collections to new product innovations and everything in between."
Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck, Toni & Guy
"I have been visiting Salon International since I was a junior and have never missed one. Now, I encourage all my team to attend even if they aren't involved in presentations as it is a great place to pick up new techniques, products and equipment and to meet other hairdressers to find out what they've been up to."
Lisa Shepherd at Lisa Shepherd Salons, Midlands
Salon International Essential Information
Where: ExCel London
Find out more: www.salonexhibitions.co.uk
Book tickets: 0844 894 2000 or +44 20 774 2000 (international)
