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Colour drives salon bookings, and clients arrive with screenshots and high expectations. This hub tracks the colour trends UK salons are actually delivering — from blonde and brunette directions to balayage, bleach work, gloss and creative metallics — alongside the products and techniques making them achievable. We also cover the commercial side: managing colour costs, protecting margins, handling consultations and setting realistic expectations. For colourists and owners who want to stay ahead without chasing every viral fad, here is the British colour conversation.

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Summer 2026 Hair: MOOD Reveals Key Colour & Cut Trends

Summer 2026 Hair: MOOD Reveals Key Colour & Cut Trends

MOOD's Tracey Ann Smith shares Summer 2026 hair trends: Golden Hour Blondes, Ethereal Copper, the bixie, and a modern graduated bob.

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Salon BusinessJun 11, 2026
Great Lengths: Extensions Offer Colour Service Alternative

Great Lengths: Extensions Offer Colour Service Alternative

Great Lengths promotes hair extensions as a colour service alternative, offering over 70 shades for brighter, healthier summer looks.

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Salon BusinessJun 10, 2026
Automated Foil Dispenser Promises Salon Efficiency Gains

Automated Foil Dispenser Promises Salon Efficiency Gains

The Procare 247AIR automated foil dispenser uses digital controls and Airflow Technology to cut and fold foil for faster, consistent colour services.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJun 8, 2026
SS26 Blondes Prioritise Health Over Harshness

SS26 Blondes Prioritise Health Over Harshness

SS26 blondes are defined by health and luxury, favouring soft, dimensional shades over harsh, over-processed colour.

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Salon BusinessJun 7, 2026
Sassoon Future Creatives Showcase for Charity

Sassoon Future Creatives Showcase for Charity

Sassoon Future Creatives showcase live cuts and colours from the INTERFERENCE collection for charity on July 13th.

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Salon BusinessJun 4, 2026
Summer 2026 Nail Trends: Mediterranean & Seashell Styles Lead

Summer 2026 Nail Trends: Mediterranean & Seashell Styles Lead

Cosmetify's analysis of Pinterest data highlights Mediterranean and Seashell nails as key summer 2026 trends, with a 1,062% rise in Mediterranean searches.

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Scratch MagazineJun 2, 2026
Color Cosmetics: Performance, Trust, and Sustainability Key for 2026

Color Cosmetics: Performance, Trust, and Sustainability Key for 2026

Colour cosmetics in 2026 will prioritise performance and reliability, with transparency and sustainability as key consumer expectations.

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Global Cosmetics NewsJun 2, 2026
Men's Grey Hair: Salon Opportunity in Shifting Style

Men's Grey Hair: Salon Opportunity in Shifting Style

Men are embracing grey hair as a style choice, but salons must educate clients on new care needs for texture and tone.

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Salon BusinessMay 30, 2026
Electric Sessions Showcase Summer Brunette and Textural Cutting

Electric Sessions Showcase Summer Brunette and Textural Cutting

Electric Hairdressing's 29th May 2026 event presented summer brunette trends and textural cutting techniques using the Calligraphy Cut tool.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMay 29, 2026
Fellowship Creative XChange Heads to Winchester

Fellowship Creative XChange Heads to Winchester

Fellowship for British Hairdressing's Creative XChange arrived in Winchester on May 29, 2026, offering training in cutting, colour, and styling.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMay 29, 2026

Summer 2026 Nail Colour Trends Revealed by Google Search

Google search data shows butter yellow, coral, and mint green are leading Summer 2026 nail colour trends, with significant search increases.

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Scratch MagazineMay 27, 2026
Swan Nail Trend Signals Shift Towards Delicate Aesthetics

Swan Nail Trend Signals Shift Towards Delicate Aesthetics

Swan nail art is trending, featuring delicate swan designs on subtle base colours, aligning with a coquette aesthetic.

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Scratch MagazineMay 23, 2026
Blonde Services Remain Top Earner for UK Salons

Blonde Services Remain Top Earner for UK Salons

Blonde hair services remain the most requested and profitable offering for salons, demanding a holistic, personalised approach.

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Salon BusinessMay 22, 2026
Buttercream Blonde: SS26's Wearable Colour Trend

Buttercream Blonde: SS26's Wearable Colour Trend

Buttercream Blonde is the SS26 colour trend focused on soft, wearable shades that evolve naturally. Product lines like NXT are cited for achieving the look.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMay 14, 2026

Osmo Ikon Launches Glossing Training Course

Osmo Ikon launches 'The Gloss Edit', a training course focusing on its Glossy Gloss Demi Colour System, for colourists of all levels.

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Salon BusinessMay 13, 2026
Zodiac Signs Inspire Spring Hair Trends for Salons

Zodiac Signs Inspire Spring Hair Trends for Salons

Rush Hair's Tina Farey suggests zodiac signs can inspire spring hair trends, from pastel shades for Aries to textured pixie cuts for Pisces.

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Salon BusinessMay 7, 2026
L'Oréal Colour Trophy Names 2026 Finalists for 70th Year

L'Oréal Colour Trophy Names 2026 Finalists for 70th Year

L'Oréal reveals Grand Finalists for the 2026 Colour Trophy, marking the competition's 70th anniversary with regional and special category awards.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMay 5, 2026
BarberEVO Issue 49 Highlights Brand Legacy and Modern Practices

BarberEVO Issue 49 Highlights Brand Legacy and Modern Practices

BarberEVO Issue 49 features iconic brand Rolda, discusses traditional vs modern barbering, and explores sustainability efforts.

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Barber EVOMay 1, 2026
Heffy Wheeler: Passion Over Pressure in Hairdressing

Heffy Wheeler: Passion Over Pressure in Hairdressing

HX Hair founder Heffy Wheeler built her business by overcoming self-doubt and early career discouragement, ultimately finding success with vivid colour techniques.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 27, 2026
Salons Embrace Sustainability: Team Roles Highlighted

Salons Embrace Sustainability: Team Roles Highlighted

Salon owners, managers, and stylists are adopting varied strategies to boost sustainability, from recycled furniture to client refill schemes.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 22, 2026
Salon Sustainability: Beyond Plugs & Towels

Salon Sustainability: Beyond Plugs & Towels

New initiatives in the hair industry are moving beyond basic eco-practices, offering innovative solutions for waste reduction and sustainable product lines.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 21, 2026
Salon Clients Face Hair Damage from Daily Water Exposure

Salon Clients Face Hair Damage from Daily Water Exposure

Minerals in all water types build up on clients' hair, affecting texture, shine, and colour. Malibu C offers a vitamin C-based solution.

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Modern SalonApr 21, 2026
Free Allergy Training for Hair Professionals Launched

Free Allergy Training for Hair Professionals Launched

Free one-hour online allergy awareness courses are available for UK hairdressers from April 22-28, offered by TrichoCare Education and Colourstart.

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Salon BusinessApr 20, 2026
Brighton Nail Studio Mixes Colourful Designs with Pug Companionship

Brighton Nail Studio Mixes Colourful Designs with Pug Companionship

Brighton's Meemees Nails offers vibrant nail services in a dog-friendly studio, combining personal consultations with a colourful aesthetic.

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Scratch MagazineApr 19, 2026
Takara Belmont Highlights Eco-Savings for Salons

Takara Belmont Highlights Eco-Savings for Salons

Takara Belmont promotes its equipment, like the RS Series and Roller Ball F, for salons seeking to cut costs and meet environmental goals.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 17, 2026
Free £10K Allergy Course for Hair Pros

Free £10K Allergy Course for Hair Pros

TrichoCare Education and Colourstart offer free £10,000 worth of online allergy awareness courses for hair professionals April 22-28, 2026.

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Salon BusinessApr 16, 2026
Glasgow Summit Highlights Salon Growth Brands

Glasgow Summit Highlights Salon Growth Brands

The Glasgow Regional Growth Summit on 27 April features over 20 brands and suppliers for salon business expansion.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 16, 2026
NHBF Respect Live Event Highlights Sector Challenges and Government Input

NHBF Respect Live Event Highlights Sector Challenges and Government Input

NHBF's Respect Live event brought together industry figures to discuss survey data impacting government policy and sector growth.

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Barber EVOApr 15, 2026
Skittle Nails Trend: A Burst of Colour for Salons

Skittle Nails Trend: A Burst of Colour for Salons

The skittle nail trend, featuring a different vibrant colour on each nail, is a popular mood-boosting choice for spring manicures.

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Scratch MagazineApr 15, 2026
Leopard Print Nails Gain Spring Traction with Bold Colours

Leopard Print Nails Gain Spring Traction with Bold Colours

Bold, bright, and funky leopard print nail designs are dominating social media this spring, indicating a trend towards adventurous client choices.

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Scratch MagazineApr 14, 2026
Wunderbar Launches Vegan Hair Colour with 120+ Shades

Wunderbar Launches Vegan Hair Colour with 120+ Shades

Wunderbar's new vegan hair colour line boasts over 120 shades, offering salons a wide palette for creative colour services.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 14, 2026
L'Oréal Colour Trophy Returns to Regions for 70th Anniversary

L'Oréal Colour Trophy Returns to Regions for 70th Anniversary

The 70th L'Oréal Colour Trophy competition has announced its UK and Ireland semi-finalists, with live regional heats returning after 2019.

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Salon BusinessApr 14, 2026
JOICO Experts Detail Warm Tone Application for Hair

JOICO Experts Detail Warm Tone Application for Hair

JOICO experts share insights on applying warm tones like honey blonde and caramel for enhanced depth and radiance across all hair colours.

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Salon BusinessApr 13, 2026
Expert Picks: Hair Colours Beyond Pantone's Cloud Dancer

Expert Picks: Hair Colours Beyond Pantone's Cloud Dancer

Expert Siobhan Haug suggests Plum Noir, Cool Mattes, and Persimmon Copper as more client-friendly hair colour trends than Pantone's Cloud Dancer.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveApr 9, 2026
Remi Cachet Launches Extension Colour Blending Service

Remi Cachet Launches Extension Colour Blending Service

Remi Cachet's new 'Buy and Blend' service encourages hair extensionists to offer custom colour consultations, focusing on shade mixing over chemical treatments.

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Salon BusinessApr 9, 2026
Give Me Cosmetics Administration Highlights Private Credit Strain

Give Me Cosmetics Administration Highlights Private Credit Strain

Give Me Cosmetics' administration reveals strain in private credit markets, with Beechbrook Capital writing down a £6.5 million investment.

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Global Cosmetics NewsApr 8, 2026
Moroccanoil Artist Details 'New Muse' Couture Shag Cut

Moroccanoil Artist Details 'New Muse' Couture Shag Cut

Moroccanoil Artist Michel Baltazar shares step-by-step guide for the 'New Muse' couture shag cut and colour techniques.

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Modern SalonApr 4, 2026
Colorists Warn: Social Media Distorts Expectations for Hair Dye

Colorists Warn: Social Media Distorts Expectations for Hair Dye

Master colorist Daniel Keane explains why social media's AI-generated hair colour images mislead clients about service complexity.

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Modern SalonApr 2, 2026
Wella BlondorPlex 9 Targets Metal Damage in Lightening

Wella BlondorPlex 9 Targets Metal Damage in Lightening

Wella Professionals launches BlondorPlex 9 lightener, featuring Metal Purifier Technology to reduce metal-related damage and breakage.

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Modern SalonMar 30, 2026
Remi Cachet's 'Buy and Blend' Strategy Rethinks Extension Colour

Remi Cachet's 'Buy and Blend' Strategy Rethinks Extension Colour

Remi Cachet's 'Buy and Blend' strategy encourages stylists to create custom hair extension colour blends, offering clients bespoke looks without chemical processing.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 30, 2026
SS26 Hair Trend Focuses on Personalised Style

SS26 Hair Trend Focuses on Personalised Style

SS26 'Asian Tranquillity' trend emphasises bespoke haircuts and personalised colour, moving away from templated styles.

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Salon BusinessMar 30, 2026

Charley Henery Launches 'Illumina' Collection with TONI&GUY

Charley Henery, in collaboration with TONI&GUY London, has unveiled the 'Illumina Collection', a new showcase of hair artistry.

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Salon BusinessMar 28, 2026

Chanel's Chrome Hair Trend Offers Salons New Metallic Styling Options

Chanel's F/W 26 show introduced the chrome hair trend, featuring metallic finishes and cool tones, offering salons new styling and colouring opportunities.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 26, 2026
SS26 Hair Colour: Buttercream Blonde, Coastal Copper & Pastel Pink

SS26 Hair Colour: Buttercream Blonde, Coastal Copper & Pastel Pink

SS26 hair colour trends include wearable buttercream blonde, softer coastal copper, and customisable candy floss pink, alongside bold calico block colours.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 25, 2026
Five Spring Nail Colours Dominating 2026 Trends

Five Spring Nail Colours Dominating 2026 Trends

Spring 2026 nail trends embrace authenticity with 'Groovy Chick' purple, 'Diet Coke' brown, raspberry pink, butter yellow, and sage green.

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Scratch MagazineMar 24, 2026
Revlon Professional Marks Milestone with 13 Colour Specialist Graduates

Revlon Professional Marks Milestone with 13 Colour Specialist Graduates

Thirteen colourists graduated from Revlon Professional's first advanced Colour Specialist Programme in London.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 16, 2026
SB Awards 2026 Final Tonight at Sea Containers London

SB Awards 2026 Final Tonight at Sea Containers London

The SB Awards 2026 final takes place tonight at Sea Containers London, celebrating top UK hair and beauty salons, teams, and individuals.

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Salon BusinessMar 16, 2026
TONI&GUY's Dialekt Collection Interprets Hair as Personal Language

TONI&GUY's Dialekt Collection Interprets Hair as Personal Language

TONI&GUY's 2026 Dialekt Collection presents hair as a personal language, exploring individual expression through cut and colour.

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Salon BusinessMar 15, 2026
Spring Hair Trends: Coffee-Inspired Brunettes and Blondes

Spring Hair Trends: Coffee-Inspired Brunettes and Blondes

Spring hair trends are embracing coffee-inspired shades, with Espresso Brown and Milky Brunette gaining traction. Vanilla Latte Blonde also offers a subtle brightness.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 11, 2026
Spring Blonde Hair Trends: 5 Styles from Charlotte Paints Hair

Spring Blonde Hair Trends: 5 Styles from Charlotte Paints Hair

Charlotte Paints Hair shares five blonde trends: Apricot Bronde, Suede Blonde, Clean Blonde, Au Naturel Blonde, and JLO Freehand Balayage.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 9, 2026
Men's Spring Hair Trends 2026: Texture and Bold Cuts Return

Men's Spring Hair Trends 2026: Texture and Bold Cuts Return

Men's hair trends for Spring 2026 will feature returning styles like the curtain fringe and mod cut, alongside bold colour options.

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Barber EVOMar 6, 2026
Disposable Towels Offer Salon Advantages Beyond Hygiene

Disposable Towels Offer Salon Advantages Beyond Hygiene

Disposable towels offer salon benefits beyond hygiene, assisting in colour application, drying, and client comfort at multiple stages.

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Salon BusinessMar 6, 2026
Unilever's New CIO Signals AI Push in Beauty Business

Unilever's New CIO Signals AI Push in Beauty Business

Reema Jain's appointment as CIO at Unilever highlights the company's accelerated push for AI integration in its beauty and personal care operations.

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Global Cosmetics NewsMar 3, 2026
Salon Wellness Trend Demands Equipment Upgrades

Salon Wellness Trend Demands Equipment Upgrades

Salons must invest in comfortable, reliable, and functional equipment to meet client demand for wellness and relaxation experiences.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveFeb 26, 2026
MOOD Names 15 Finalists for Lifestyle Artistic Team

MOOD Names 15 Finalists for Lifestyle Artistic Team

Fifteen finalists have been chosen for MOOD's new Lifestyle Artistic Team, with blind auditions scheduled for March 1st.

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Salon BusinessFeb 25, 2026

Men's Spring Hair: Blondes Take Centre Stage in 2026

Men's hair colour trends for Spring 2026 point to blonde transformations, offering a confidence boost and a softer aesthetic.

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Barber EVOFeb 14, 2026
Red Hair Colouring: Liz Hewitt's Tips For Valentine's Day

Red Hair Colouring: Liz Hewitt's Tips For Valentine's Day

Pulp Riot Artist Liz Hewitt offers advice for salon-perfect red hair colour, focusing on consultation, application techniques, and aftercare.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveFeb 14, 2026
Apprentice Insights Reveal 2026 Hair Trends

Apprentice Insights Reveal 2026 Hair Trends

Hairdressing apprentices in 2026 favour seamless blondes, precise cuts, and immersive backwash experiences, while tackling consultation and specific techniques.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveFeb 12, 2026
Sparxell secures £4m for plant-based colour tech

Sparxell secures £4m for plant-based colour tech

Sparxell secures $5m in pre-Series A funding to scale its plant-based colour technology, aiming to replace synthetic colourants with a greener alternative.

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Global Cosmetics NewsFeb 5, 2026
Margot Robbie's Wuthering Heights Hair: Styling and Colour Trends

Margot Robbie's Wuthering Heights Hair: Styling and Colour Trends

Margot Robbie's 'Wuthering Heights' press tour highlights romantic waves and 'Biscotti Blonde' hair colour, utilising hair contouring for facial sculpting.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveFeb 3, 2026
Pantone's Cloud Dancer: A Subtle Shift for UK Hair Colour

Pantone's Cloud Dancer: A Subtle Shift for UK Hair Colour

Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, signals a move towards subtle, refined hair colour, with experts seeing it as an opportunity for personalised, less dramatic treatments.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveFeb 3, 2026
MOOD Lifestyle Seeks New Art Team Members

MOOD Lifestyle Seeks New Art Team Members

MOOD Lifestyle is recruiting for its new Art Team, with applications closing February 9th. Talent will be mentored by Tracey Ann Smith and Marlene Lamont.

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Salon BusinessFeb 3, 2026
Goldwell Relaunches with $1 Million Stylist Fund

Goldwell Relaunches with $1 Million Stylist Fund

Goldwell relaunches with a US$1 million Future Fund for emerging colourists and a new Colour CoLAB initiative.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveFeb 2, 2026
RUSH Hair Partners with L'Oréal Professional Products

RUSH Hair Partners with L'Oréal Professional Products

RUSH Hair has partnered with L'Oréal Professional Products for 2026, renewing a past collaboration to boost colour business and creativity.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 26, 2026
HOB Salons Trials Subscription Model for Colour Services

HOB Salons Trials Subscription Model for Colour Services

HOB Salons introduces The Colour Club, a monthly subscription for colour services, with tiered pricing and benefits aiming to boost client loyalty.

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Salon BusinessJan 25, 2026
Power Clash Nails Trend Dominates Anti-Minimalist Manicures

Power Clash Nails Trend Dominates Anti-Minimalist Manicures

Power clash nails champion intentional chaos with mismatched patterns and bold colours, rejecting traditional matching for maximalist self-expression.

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Scratch MagazineJan 23, 2026
JOICO Colour Talent Awards 2025 Finalists Revealed

JOICO Colour Talent Awards 2025 Finalists Revealed

Finalists for the JOICO Color Talent Awards 2025 have been announced, showcasing over 200 entries from across the EMEA region.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 23, 2026
UK Salon Events 2026: Business Growth & Industry Awards Calendar

UK Salon Events 2026: Business Growth & Industry Awards Calendar

The 2026 calendar features key events like the Phorest Salon Owners Summit, Salon Growth Summit, and various industry awards for UK salon professionals.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 21, 2026
Winter Hair Woes: 5 Client Concerns Demand Salon Attention

Winter Hair Woes: 5 Client Concerns Demand Salon Attention

Client searches for winter hair issues like shedding, colour fade, and frizz surge from September through January, demanding salon attention.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 20, 2026
L'Oréal Colour Trophy Celebrates 70 Years with New Categories

L'Oréal Colour Trophy Celebrates 70 Years with New Categories

L'Oréal Colour Trophy UKI marks its 70th anniversary in 2026 with expanded categories, including a new social media award.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 19, 2026
Ammonia-Free Colour Offers Salon Shine Boost

Ammonia-Free Colour Offers Salon Shine Boost

ALFAPARF Milano Professional launches ammonia and MEA-free permanent hair colour, promising enhanced shine and hair protection.

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Salon BusinessJan 19, 2026
HOB Salons Launches Monthly Colour Subscription

HOB Salons Launches Monthly Colour Subscription

HOB Salons launches The Colour Club, a tiered monthly subscription service for colour appointments, treatments, and product discounts.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 15, 2026
Espresso Martini Brunette: Client Trend Watch

Espresso Martini Brunette: Client Trend Watch

Gigi Hadid's new 'Espresso Martini Brunette' hair colour offers salons a trend for cool-toned, glossy dark shades.

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Salon BusinessJan 13, 2026
2026 Golden Globes: Vintage Waves and 'Brat Black' Hair

2026 Golden Globes: Vintage Waves and 'Brat Black' Hair

2026 Golden Globes trends reveal a focus on polished vintage waves, sophisticated textures, and the emerging 'Brat Black' hair colour.

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Salon BusinessJan 12, 2026
Fellowship Project Colour Reveals New Hair Collection

Fellowship Project Colour Reveals New Hair Collection

The Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s Project Colour launches a new collection, showcasing creative talent and new year trends.

2 min read
Salon BusinessJan 12, 2026
New Sustainable Workwear Targets Salon Bleach & Stain Damage

New Sustainable Workwear Targets Salon Bleach & Stain Damage

Jade Hayter's new fashion line offers salon professionals bleach-proof, sustainable clothing designed for durability and style.

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Salon BusinessJan 10, 2026
OSMO revamps Colour Revive with 3-minute colour boost

OSMO revamps Colour Revive with 3-minute colour boost

OSMO revamps its Colour Revive line with a 3-minute colour application, now in 11 shades and larger bottles.

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Salon BusinessJan 8, 2026
Wella Professionals Debuts New Toners with James Earnshaw

Wella Professionals Debuts New Toners with James Earnshaw

Wella Professionals and James Earnshaw introduce two new Cream Toners, Scandi Rose and Scandi Beige, designed for rapid, simplified blonde results.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJan 5, 2026
Sassoon's LIBERTINE Collection and 2026 Training Courses

Sassoon's LIBERTINE Collection and 2026 Training Courses

Sassoon launches its LIBERTINE collection and 2026 training courses, offering stylists advanced cutting and colouring techniques.

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Salon BusinessJan 5, 2026
Pantone's Cloud Dancer: Nail Trends for 2026

Pantone's Cloud Dancer: Nail Trends for 2026

Pantone's 2026 Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, offers salons versatile options from milky manis to French tips.

2 min read
Scratch MagazineJan 3, 2026
Salon Owners: What Are Your Go-To Hair Colour Formulas?

Salon Owners: What Are Your Go-To Hair Colour Formulas?

A new collection of hair colour formulas offers salons a recipe box for client satisfaction, but the true value lies in personalised application.

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Modern SalonDec 24, 2025
Multi-Porous Hair Colour: Custom Approach Needed

Multi-Porous Hair Colour: Custom Approach Needed

Suzie McGill, Artistic Director at Rainbow Room International, shares essential tips for colouring multi-porous hair, emphasizing tailored techniques.

2 min read
Salon BusinessDec 24, 2025
Rush Artistic Team Debuts Optical Art Hair Collection

Rush Artistic Team Debuts Optical Art Hair Collection

Kirsty Judge and Tina Mehmi of Rush Artistic Team launch 'Optical Art' collection using colour and pattern for illusion.

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Salon BusinessDec 24, 2025
Salon lighting: How it impacts hair colour accuracy

Salon lighting: How it impacts hair colour accuracy

Salon owner Lloyd Court explains how neutral, natural-like lighting is crucial for accurate hair colour results and client satisfaction.

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Salon BusinessDec 21, 2025
Andrew Smith Interprets Pantone's 2025 Colour of the Year

Andrew Smith Interprets Pantone's 2025 Colour of the Year

Andrew Smith interprets Pantone's 2025 Colour of the Year, 'Cloud Dancer', as a spectrum of whites evoking peace and new beginnings.

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Salon BusinessDec 18, 2025
Client Hair Colour Choices: Demi, Semi, or Permanent

Client Hair Colour Choices: Demi, Semi, or Permanent

Rainbow Room International Artistic Director Suzie McGill explains how to choose between demi, semi, and permanent hair colour for clients.

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Salon BusinessDec 16, 2025
Olivia Garden Brushes: Festive Styling Efficiency for Salons

Olivia Garden Brushes: Festive Styling Efficiency for Salons

Olivia Garden promotes brushes like the Speed Brush and Essential Style Blend Brush for faster festive styling and colour services.

2 min read
Salon BusinessDec 14, 2025
2025 Hairdressing: Creativity Soars Amidst Business Pressures

2025 Hairdressing: Creativity Soars Amidst Business Pressures

2025 highlighted hairdressing's creative peaks and the significant business pressures faced by UK salons and barbershops.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveDec 11, 2025
Pantone's 2026 Nail Colour: Cloud Dancer Offers Salon Opportunities

Pantone's 2026 Nail Colour: Cloud Dancer Offers Salon Opportunities

Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, offers salons new ways to style popular nail trends like milky manis and French tips.

2 min read
Scratch MagazineDec 10, 2025
Diamond Blonde Bob Wins 2025 Hairdressing Award

Diamond Blonde Bob Wins 2025 Hairdressing Award

Skaiste Buinicke won the 2025 Fellowship for British Hairdressing Awards for her Diamond Blonde Bob, showcasing precise cutting and advanced colour techniques.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveDec 10, 2025
Pantone's 2026 Colour Cloud Dancer: Salon Impact

Pantone's 2026 Colour Cloud Dancer: Salon Impact

Pantone's 2026 Colour of the Year, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, offers a calm neutral that industry experts see as versatile for hair colour.

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Salon BusinessDec 9, 2025
Yuv Smart Hair Colour Secures £9m Series A Funding

Yuv Smart Hair Colour Secures £9m Series A Funding

Beauty tech firm Yuv raised US$12 million (£9 million) in a Series A funding round led by Nineyards Equity.

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Global Cosmetics NewsDec 8, 2025
CHI Hair Colour Technology Targets Autumn Vibrancy

CHI Hair Colour Technology Targets Autumn Vibrancy

CHI launches new technology focused on delivering long-lasting colour vibrancy for the autumn season. New innovations offer more options for clients and colourists.

2 min read
Modern SalonDec 6, 2025
Jon Wilsdon's Illuminate Collection: Artistry Meets Commerce

Jon Wilsdon's Illuminate Collection: Artistry Meets Commerce

Jon Wilsdon's 2024 Illuminate collection merges bold shapes, vibrant colour, and retro-modern style through dedicated teamwork.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveDec 5, 2025
Pantone's 2026 Color Cloud Dancer: A White Space for Beauty

Pantone's 2026 Color Cloud Dancer: A White Space for Beauty

Pantone names PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, a lofty white, as its 2026 Color of the Year, impacting beauty trends.

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Scratch MagazineDec 5, 2025
Pantone's 2026 'Cloud Dancer' for UK Salons

Pantone's 2026 'Cloud Dancer' for UK Salons

Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, is a lofty white that salon experts see as a versatile neutral for modern hair colour.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveDec 5, 2025
BarberEVO North America: A Look Ahead for UK Barbers

BarberEVO North America: A Look Ahead for UK Barbers

BarberEVO North America's latest issue highlights UK talent and international trends, offering valuable insights for UK salon and barbershop owners on business strategy and creative evolution.

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Barber EVODec 4, 2025
Fellowship Luncheon: What Next for UK Salons?

Fellowship Luncheon: What Next for UK Salons?

The Fellowship's annual luncheon highlights the importance of innovation and evolution for UK salons and barbershops. Discover what it means for your business.

3 min read
Hairdressers Journal InteractiveDec 4, 2025
Cyber Monday Outage: A Wake-Up Call for Beauty E-tailers

Cyber Monday Outage: A Wake-Up Call for Beauty E-tailers

A Cyber Monday Shopify outage highlights the risks for UK beauty businesses reliant on single e-commerce platforms, urging contingency planning.

3 min read
Global Cosmetics NewsDec 4, 2025
Salon Owners: What Makes a Winning Colourist?

Salon Owners: What Makes a Winning Colourist?

The NXT Colourist of the Year award highlights the blend of technical skill, creativity, and commercial appeal crucial for salon success.

3 min read
Hairdressers Journal InteractiveDec 3, 2025