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Starting a career in hairdressing can be an exciting journey filled with creativity and growth. For those considering hairdressing jobs in 2025, the UK scene offers a unique blend of opportunities, challenges, and community. This blog will guide you through crucial steps and resources to launch a successful hairdressing career in 2025, including education, networking, and understanding market demands. Hairdressing Jobs in the UK The UK has a vibrant hairdressing community, making it a great place to start your career. There are more than 60,000+ hair salons in the UK, each with its own style and clientele. To stand out, aspiring hairdressers should look for positions that will provide valuable hands-on experience and training. When searching for hairdressing jobs in 2025, it’s important to consider what aspects of hairdressing you are most passionate about. From cutting and colouring to styling and customer experience, each salon may focus on different strengths. One effective way to find job opportunities is to network within the local community. Attend local hairdressing events, workshops, and even salon recruitment days. Connecting with local professionals can lead you to job openings not listed online. A stylish hairdressing salon interior showcasing modern decor. For example, Mark James Hair offers a range of services and frequently looks for talented individuals who are eager to learn. A visit to the website for the latest job postings can keep you informed about new opportunities: Current Job Availabilities Essential Skills for Success Having the right skills is key to thriving in the hairdressing industry. Here are some essential skills to develop: Technical Skills : These include cutting, colouring, and styling hair. Formal education or apprenticeships can help you gain these skills effectively. Communication Skills : Understanding your clients' needs and communicating effectively is crucial. Good communication establishes trust and ensures client satisfaction. Creativity : Hairdressing is an art form. Being creative will help you generate fresh ideas and keep your portfolio exciting. Time Management : As a hairdresser, you will need to manage your time effectively. Balancing multiple clients and appointments is vital to enhancing your productivity. Customer Service : Building relationships with clients is essential. Providing excellent customer service will encourage them to return and recommend your services to others. Investing time in improving these skills will help you establish a robust foundation for your career as a hairdresser. An arranged set of hairdressing tools on a counter, showcasing essential equipment for stylists. Education and Training Formal education can significantly impact your hairdressing career. Here are the types of training you might consider: Hairdressing College : Attending a hairdressing college provides comprehensive training in hair cutting, colour theory, styling techniques, and more. Research local options in your local area to find a college/academy that meets your needs. Apprenticeship : Gaining hands-on experience through an apprenticeship under a seasoned professional can provide invaluable insights into working in a salon environment. We personally think the is the best route to gain hands on experience, and working within a salon allows you to build up a loyal clientele. Online Courses : Various organisations offer online courses focusing on specific hairdressing techniques. These can be useful for gaining extra knowledge or refining skills while still studying or working. Programs can generally last from several months to two years, depending on your chosen path. Completing a program can often lead to obtaining relevant certifications, which are important when seeking employment. We recommend studying a Level 2 or 3 In Hairdressing as these are the minimum most salons will require. A classroom setting showing a hairdressing training session in progress with students learning techniques. Building Your Personal Brand To succeed as a hairdresser in 2025, developing your personal brand is crucial. Here's how you can do that: Create a Portfolio : Document your work through a portfolio that showcases your best styles and techniques. Include before-and-after photos, as well as various styles that you have mastered. Social Media Presence : Leverage platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook to showcase your work. Post high-quality images of your hairstyles and engage with your followers. This will help you build a community around your brand. Networking : Connect with other hairstylists, beauty influencers, and local businesses. Attend events or workshops relevant to the beauty and hairdressing community. Building relationships can help you gain referrals and grow your clientele. Business Skills : If you aspire to own your own salon or work freelance, understanding marketing, bookkeeping, and client management is essential. Consider courses or resources that can help you in these areas. By developing a strong personal brand and marketing yourself effectively, you can set yourself apart from other hairdressers in Stafford. Understanding Market Trends and Client Needs Being aware of current market trends is essential for your success in hairdressing. This knowledge allows you to adapt to client preferences and stay competitive. Research Trends : Follow popular hairdressing blogs (like ours), magazines, and social media accounts that focus on the latest trends. Whether it’s a new colour technique, hairstyle, or cutting method, staying informed will help improve your skills. Client Feedback : Always seek feedback from your clients. Understanding their preferences can lead to improved services and higher satisfaction. Take note of what styles are most requested or praised. Local Demand : Investigate what styles are popular within the local community. Tailoring your services to meet local demand can lead to a loyal client base. By keeping a pulse on market trends and client needs, you'll position yourself strategically within the local hairdressing landscape. A busy salon filled with clients receiving different hair services, illustrating the vibrant atmosphere of hairdressing. Growing Your Career Over Time Once you've established a foundation in hairdressing, focus on long-term growth: Continuing Education : Attend workshops, seminars, and training courses to continue learning new techniques. The hair industry is always evolving, so staying up-to-date will keep you relevant. Specialisations : Consider specialising in certain areas, such as colour, cutting, or texture. Becoming an expert in a niche can help attract specific customers. Mentorship : Seek out experienced mentors who can provide guidance and advice as you build your career. A mentor can share their experiences and help you avoid common pitfalls in the field. Salon Ownership : If you're ambitious, you might consider owning your salon in the future. Having strong business skills, understanding client needs, and continuing to build your brand will all contribute to your success as a salon owner. By prioritising growth, continual learning, and the development of expertise, you can ensure that your hairdressing career remains fulfilling and prosperous. Launching a successful hairdressing career is attainable with the right preparation and dedication. From honing your skills and building a strong personal brand to understanding market demands, the journey requires effort but rewards creativity and connection. By embracing the local community and staying informed about industry trends, you can carve out a prosperous future in the world of hairdressing.

Heard about Olaplex but don't know what it is? From stars like Kim K and Ariana Grande raving about the hair product, we're bringing it to you... Olaplex has quickly become the hair treatment hero in Salons across the world, however it's hardly surprising due to it being the ONLY scientifically proven technology to actively repair severely damaged hair, which is fantastic news for those who bleach or dye hair regularly. The amazing formula isn't just for damaged hair, it can be used on all hair types as it adds a beautiful glossy, shine finish to the hair keeping it looking healthy for longer, damaged or not. Olaplex is currently only available in Salons in the UK, however you can buy Olaplex aftercare from in-salon and on our website such as Olaplex No 3; an at home treatment. Originally a three-step system with Step 1 & 2 salon only, they've now brought out Olaplex No 4 & 5 which is an at-home shampoo and conditioner to keep hair feeling and looking healthy all day every day. Formulated with Olaplex's patented bond-building chemistry, this strengthens hair alongside hydrating, restoring broken bonds, reduce frizz and boosts shine. Both are free from sulphates, parabens, gluten and vegan-friendly. What makes Olaplex different? Olaplex isn't just an ordinary hair conditioning treatment, in fact they do not even use the word 'conditioning' anywhere in their advertising. It's a system that permanently rebuilds damaged disulphide bonds in your hair that are broken during a chemical process such as bleaching, colouring and heat damage from straighteners or curling irons. Olaplex allows you to rebuild strength, structure and integrity of your hair; a 'reset' of your locks, if you will. The system has allowed colourists to do work that they'd only dreamed of before, Black to White blonde in one session is now possible. The 5 stages of Olaplex: Olaplex is a five-part treatment, the first two steps have to happen in a salon, with three maintenance steps at home. First, Olaplex Number 1: Bond Multiplier is for professional in-salon use - and can be put on the hair as a standalone treatment, or if you're getting your colour done, it is mixed in with the bleach and put straight onto your hair in foils. Olaplex Number 2: Bond Perfector is then put on the hair once the bleach is rinsed out, usually at the back wash. This is left on for a good 20 minutes to really get the most out of its chemical mending. Olaplex Number 3: Hair Perfector, £32, is where you take things into your own hands. This take-home treatment is recommended for use once a week and is best applied before your shampoo and conditioner. Apply 1-3 teaspoons to dampened hair and comb through evenly. Leave on for 10-30 minutes or do as Kimmy K does and leave overnight. Olaplex Number 4: Bond Maintenance Shampoo, £25.85, can replace your regular shampoo for a hydrating, strengthening top-up at every wash. Olaplex Number 5: The Bond Maintenance Conditioner, £25.85, is the final step in the treatment to hydrate and smooth hair and is recommended to be left on for three minutes before rinsing. What does this mean for you? We at Mark James Hair LOVE Olaplex and its truly a hairdressing world break-through, we can now offer clients silky smooth bleached hair from dark brown to platinum blonde/silver in one session. Our clients who have tried it were amazed with the results. I mean if it's Kim K approved, then it's definitely MJ approved. We love Olaplex THAT much we've now included Olaplex in our bleaching services and we will not be offering bleaching without it, as our job is not just to make your hair look amazing; it's to protect it! Olaplex in high-end London salons will set you back up to £50 per stand-alone treatment but we're offering it for just £15.00 per stand-alone treatment for a limited time, which can be added on to your blow-dry service. You can also add Olaplex to any colour service, which will be mixed into the colour formula for just £10.00. Our bleaching service including Olaplex starts from just £40.00 or £50.00 for long hair, then £10.00 per additional bleach application if required. We're also offering a buy-in-bulk Olaplex stand-alone treatment, buy 3 treatments for £35.00 and save £10.00. #HairGoals #MJBlog #Olaplex #HairTreatment

You've probably heard of these insanely popular words across the internet, youtube videos or in adverts, but do you know the difference? The popular colouring techniques have grown and stayed relevant even into 2019 due to the high-demand in salons across the UK. Balayage and Ombré still are the hottest hair trends around, it's no secret the influence on internet viral trends cause this, but we've noticed it's just not dying off. We've been part of hair crazes way back starting over 30 years ago, well before the internet was as big or influential as today. I bet you remember 'The Perm' back in the 80's? Yep! we were part of that craze too. While since perms have gradually died off over the years; until just recently they are making a come back. The interesting thing is that, Balayage and Ombré, unlike perms didn't 'die off' and are still a hugely popular technique customers are requesting. So that brings us to the main question... what's the difference between Balayage and Ombré? Balayage The word 'Balayage' is french which closely translates 'to paint' or 'to sweep' which would actually make sense because Balayage is a free-hand technique hairdressers use to essentially paint the hair with dye in a sweeping motion, starting from root area sweeping down to the mid-lengths and ends or vise-versa, depending on the desired look. Painting dye on to the hair creates a natural look with multiple dimensions of colour throughout the hair. The great thing about this is, it's completely customisable to you! - meaning you could be the only one with that look. Ombré The word 'Ombré' means shade in French. An Ombré is a solid, gradual look that would usually have a darker shade at the roots to mid-lengths and going lighter on the ends. The technique involved is dying the roots to mid-lengths with a darker colour, then bleaching the ends. It's recommended to always seek hairdressers advice when bleaching, to determine whether the strength of your hair can take the bleach without breaking - Ombré is a fairly difficult technique to get right, likewise with Balayage, so a 'DIY' solution or watching a youtube instructional video is not advised. Both Balayage and Ombré are fantastic ways of lightening your hair without worrying about the up-keep, they're great for natural looks as well as vivid crazy colours. For all the brunettes, these techniques are a brilliant option to trial out lighter shades, whilst keeping your darker natural colour to eliminate up-keep and regrowth. They both add stunning colour and dimensions to the hair and are suitable for all hair types, they're fully customisable to you; with option to change looks easier than other methods of colouring. If you're looking to try a new look, we're offering a FREE* Cut & Blow dry with a creative colour service such as Balayage or Ombré. Click here to find out more info! #bloggingtips #WixBlog #BalayagevsOmbré #MJHairTips