Meet the Activator – Richard Phillipart

Bringing a new meaning to 'helmet hair', the incredible @eamonnhughes creates some out-of-this-world sold hair pieces for a recent cover story for @nionmagazine issue four. Photography: @arvedphoto Make-up: @andrewgallimakeup Fashion: @kim_howells Manicurist: @golden_nanaka Set Design: @glowed__up Production and Casting: @angeliki__s Photo assistant: andreas_parperis Beauty assistant: @ophe.lia_makeup.mp4 Styling assistants: @drew.demetry and @francescakrumstudio Retouching: @suzanne__tak Location: @studio_9_b Models: @sofielandvik @boundarylondon #hair #hairdressing #hairdresser #hairart #editorialhair #covershoot #editorialstylist #hairstylist #hairsculptures #hairpieces #fashionmagazine

Happy first birthday to @hauglondonhaus🥳   365 days since opening their doors for the first time, @goldensiobhan and Philipp Haug, along with their wonderful team, have brought artistry, passion, and innovation to Rathbone Street.   While it would be impossible to share every moment in honour of the first anniversary, there are some pretty impressive stats from the #MWIT23 finalists for Best New Salon…   ✨Bottles of prosecco: 90 ✨Tubes of hair colour: 1,200 (All Recycled!) ✨In-salon events: 12 ✨Fashion and TV events: seven ✨Education days: 56 ✨Team drinks: 13 (Not including Philipp and Julian’s cheeky pints after work) ✨Cans of hairspray: 147   Here’s to exciting plans for 2024 – we cannot wait to see what this dynamic duo do next!   #hair #hairdressing #hairdresser #hairsalon #salonowners #salonanniversay #hairstylisrt #haircolourist #schwarzkopfprofessional #uksalon #londonsalon

It’s time to prioritise your wellbeing and mental health 🤍 Wondering how to set boundaries with clients and co-workers, or how to find the right self-care tools that work for you and your lifestyle? Join the movement with @lorealpro #HeadUpKeys and be one of the +47,000 hair pros who have discovered a #SelfCare routine that works for body, mind, and social interactions. 💭 Check out the free Head Up Keys courses available on Access and the L’Oréal Pro YouTube Channel (@lorealprofuk) #AD #LorealPro #HeadUp #HeadUpKeys #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthAwareness

Chain reaction ⛓ A high-fashion take on a classic twisted ponytail, fuelled by a little punk energy from @lena_bobs. For those who like their party season styles with a little extra grit, the addition of the silver chain accessory toughens up a typically feminine look. #hair #hairdressing #hairdresser #hairstylist #hairaccessories #partyhair #partseason #hairstylist #hairtransformation #hairtutorial #festiveseasonhair #ponytail #pony #stylingtutorial

Right place(ment), right time 😍 A closer look at the colour process for copper and blonde colour blocking from @beautybyashleypulido. #hair #hairdressing #hairdresser #haircolourist #inspiration #creativity #colorblocking #colourblocking #copperhair #processporn #hairtransformation #haircolorist

Launches we love 💖 We’re here to highlight the handy hair heroes to stock your shelves with this month 🛍 ⭐️ Professional range of ergonomic brushes from @ergostylingtools.uk – fresh from the US and created for stylist comfort, as well as smart engineering for high heat protection and damage-adverse styling for all hair types. ⭐️ Vitalshot from @keratincomplex_uki – a one-stop rebuilder that repairs the hair’s inner bonds with a single application. There’s a new backwash-sized bottle for easier dispensing and storage. ⭐️ Festive shampoo and conditioner combo gift set from @randco_uki – a high-luxe gift offering for clients to looking to win over someone’s wish list. ⭐️ Beauty Boxes from @marianilaprofessional – made from recycled materials, the boxes can be reused to store personal items and five per cent of the proceeds is donated to The Friendly Year, which helps endangered animals. For more of the latest launches, check out the Christmas issue of Creative HEAD. #launcheswelove #hair #hairdressing #hairdressers #hairstylist #hairproducts #besthairproducts #hairbrushes #bondbuilding #recycledmaterials #stylingproducts #professionalhairproducts #creative

Waved and ready 🌊 Sleek, sculptural waves from @james_beaumont for the London School of Fashion. Created using @1922byjmkeune Classic Gel, James has achieved a fresh, modern take on wet-look styling. #hair #hairdressing #hairdresser #menshair #shorthair #wetlookhair #barbering #barber #wetlookwaves #fingerwaves #hairstylist #editorialstylist #editorialhairdresser

Volume in the front, swish in the back 💅 Take a jump in the time machine with @hairbysammcknight as Sam creates an ‘80s inspired pimped-up pony. #hair #hairdressing #hairdresser #sammcknight #80shair #eightieshair #ponytail #pony #hairstylist #sessionstylist #hairtransformation #stylingtutorial #stylingvideo

Lemon drizzle 🍋 Embracing the earthy tones, @hairbyfreka creates this multi-dimensional warm look with a POP! Elevating this client’s brunette locks, Freya blends some lighter tones through the hair and the ends, completing the look with a drizzle of vibrant yellow for a striking statement finish! #hair #hairdressing #hairdressers #hairdressing #haircolour #colouredhair #yellowhair #colourpop #popofcolour #popofcolourhair #brunette #brownhair #creativehair #creative