Unveiled! Bookable Workspace Platform For Freelancers

Online service from Charles Rose matches independents with flexible spaces across the UK

by AMANDA | INFORM

Charles Rose, barber and founder of Crate Cheshire, is launching an online platform to link freelancers with flexible workspaces across the UK.

Pro Space Agency aims to help independent hair pros find short-term, high-quality rental spaces at a time when more hairdressers and barbers are moving away from traditional employment in favour of freelance and mobile working.

The platform allows stylists and barbers to search, book and rent chairs and spaces on a flexible basis, giving them the freedom to work when and where they need, without the pressure of long-term commitments.

At the same time, salons and co-working spaces looking to maximise their income can list available chairs, rooms or stations to be rented by the hour, day or week.

“Having worked in this industry for many years, I’ve noticed a huge shift in the way people are choosing to work. Many stylists now travel around the country for clients, events and shoots,” explained Charles. “With Pro Space Agency, they no longer need to commit to a long-term chair rental, they can find a fully equipped space that suits their schedule and location instantly.”

The platform includes a wide choice of bookable creative spaces that are not limited to hairdressing, such as beauty rooms, photography studios, private offices and podcast booths.

National Beauty Unveils Robotic Warehouse

Move is a first for the hair and beauty industry in Ireland

by AMANDA | INFORM

National Beauty Distribution has unveiled Ireland’s first AutoStore robotic warehouse for the hair and beauty industry following a €2.5m investment.

Installed at the company’s Cork-based headquarters, the state-of-the-art system means increased accuracy and speedier order processing, among other benefits.

“AutoStore doesn’t just speed up our processes, it transforms the way we operate and how we serve our customers,” said Kieran Walsh, founder and chief executive of National Beauty Distribution.

“This system is not just about technology – it’s about delivering a better experience for every salon, clinic and retailer we serve.”

Remi Cachet Debuts Centre Of Excellence

Extensions brand opens new centre in partnership with Westrow Academy

by AMANDA | INFORM

Remi Cachet has unveiled their new Centre of Excellence in partnership with Westrow Academy in Leeds.

The facility will serve as a national hub for advanced training, offering the full suite of Remi Cachet courses led by certified experts in the purpose-built learning space.

Launched through an exclusive event at Westrow Academy, the evening brought together industry leaders for live demonstrations and in-depth insights into extension techniques. Remi Cachet founder, Victoria Lynch, and Westrow co-director, Steve Rowbottom (pictured above), cut the official opening ribbon, marking a milestone in the brands’ shared commitment to innovation, quality and learning.

Remi Cachet chief executive, Lisa Jackson, described the partnership as “empowering the next generation”, and added, “Having qualified extensionists is a direct way for salons to increase their service menu, in turn driving higher revenue per appointment.”

BaBylissPRO Unveils Creative Team In Paris

Artists assemble for the Community Hair Show at Hair Congress

by AMANDA | INFORM

Syd Hayes and Ky Wilson are among the names forming the new BaBylissPRO Creative Team, which hard launched with a headlining presentation at the Community Hair Show in Paris.

Hosted as part of Hair Congress at the legendary Folies Bergère, the Community Hair Showopened with the BaBylissPRO Creative Team showcasing a story that marked three stages of the brand’s journey – Heritage, Evolution and Innovation. Looks blended timeless classicstyling with more future–facing creativity.

Left: Syd Hayes. Right: Ky Wilson

For the first time, BaBylissPRO brought together their leading brand ambassadors from across Europe to make their team debut. The squad consists of Ky Wilson (UK), Syd Hayes (UK), Ilona Kulesza (Poland), Pascal Lombardo (France), Christophe Pujol (France) and Alvaro Sanchez (Spain).

The narrative on stage unfolded with Heritage, honouring the brand’s ‘60s origins with the world’s first electric curling tong by reimagining the glamour of the decade with silhouetteinspirations from hair icons including Priscilla Presley and Brigitte Bardot.

Evolution centred on the progression of hair trends, reflecting the brand’s evolution from the initial electric curling tong to the broad portfolio of styling tools they boast today. Finally, Innovation led the audience into the now, where signature artistry is fuelled by cutting-edge innovation, with a particular spotlight on the brand’s new Drying Wand, a hairdryer that’s described by ambassador and collaborator on the tool, Syd Hayes, as an extension of a stylist’s arm.

Which Irish Salon Won Big At The IHF Hairdressing Championships?

Competition is highlight of the annual Gala Event in Kilkenny

by AMANDA | INFORM

Left: Amanda Ryan. Right: Emma Kileen

Mayo’s Allure Hair & Beauty are celebrating a clean sweep of the biggest trophies at the Irish Hairdressers Federation (IHF) Hairdressing Championships, held at the Lyrath Estate in Kilkenny.

Amanda Ryan was crowned Irish Hairdresser of the Year, while her colleague, Emma Killeen, received IHF Irish Trainee Hairdresser of the Year. Amanda went on to win first place in four additional categories, with Emma also scoring two first places in other categories.  

It was also an exceptional result for Dublin’s Patrick Browne, who took first, second and third places for Barber Technique – Specialist.

“This year’s awards showcased an extraordinary standard of creativity and skill,” said IHF president, Mark O’Keeffe. “It highlights the remarkable level of talent we continue to nurture in Ireland, with our industry standing proudly on the world stage.”

And the winners are

IHF Irish Hairdresser of the Year
Sponsored by L’Oreal Professionnel

Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo

IHF Irish Trainee Hairdresser of the Year
Sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional

Emma Kileen, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo

Newcomer of the Year – Trainee
Sponsored by Image Skillnet

1st Casey Cahill, House of Colour, Dublin
2nd Molly Carroll, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow
3rd (Joint) Kaci McEntagart, House of Colour, Dublin
3rd (Joint) Aimee Flynn, Roassanos, Donegal

Creative Colour – Trainee
Sponsored by Alfaparf Milano Professional

1st. Danielle O Sullivan, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow
2nd Leah Swift, House of Colour, Dublin
3rd Leah Avloniti, House of Colour, Dublin

Trend Upstyle – Trainee

1st. Emma Kileen, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
2nd Laurna McGrath, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow
3rd (Joint) Mykhailo Dmytriiev, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayp
3rd (Joint) Molly Carroll, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow

Fantasy – Trainee

1st Laurna McGrath, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow
2nd Emma Killeen, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
3rd Zoe Taylor, Hair Creations, Dublin

Creative Colour – Senior
Sponsored by Wella Professionals

1st Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
2nd Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
3rd John Baker, Zeba Hairdressing, Dublin

Hair Up – Senior
Sponsored by ghd

1st Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
2nd Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
3rd Aoife O’Toole, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow

Fantasy – Senior

1st Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
2nd Aoife O’Toole, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow
3rd Emily Dunne, Cyril Morgan, Limerick

Barber Technique – Specialist
Sponsored by Remi

1st Patrick Browne, Patrick Browne, Dublin
2nd Patrick Browne, Patrick Browne, Dublin
3rd Patrick Browne, Patrick Browne, Dublin

Textured – Specialist

1st Emma Killeen, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
2nd Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
3rd Danielle O’Sullivan, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow

Salon Social – Specialist

1st Niamh Lynch, Our Salon By Derek & Fearghal, Meath
2nd Darren Luby, Kida Hair & Co. Cork
2nd (Joint) Andy Nolan Arantes, Cyril Morgan, Limerick
3rd Molly Houlihan, Kida Hair & Co., Cork

Extensions – Specialist
Sponsored by Hairtalk

1st Amanda Ryan, Allure Hair & Beauty, Mayo
2nd Danielle O’Sullivan, Vanilla Hair Design, Carlow
3rd Kerri Donnelly, Our Salon By Derek & Fearghal, Meath
3rd (Joint) Monique Carrick, Brown Sugar, Dublin