Esteemed industry Judges Darren Ambrose, Errol Douglas MBE and Robert Eaton watched on as a total of 20 Finalists were invited to show off their cutting and colouring skills in two heats. The day’s challenge was to recreate the photographic looks the finalists had submitted as part of their entry on the competition floor.

AND THE VISIONARIES RE:MASTERED TEAM 2025 IS…

• Phoebe Bashford @ HJ for Her, Forest Row | @phoebe_hairoholic

• Ellie Smith @ Smith England, Salisbury | @ellie.smithengland

Lukas Payne @ Lukas Payne Hairstylist, Wolverhampton | @lukaspaynehairstylist

Irene Moreno @ Teresa Weller Hair Art, Dorking | @irenemoreno.hairart

“This is an incredible initiative, and what an honor and privilege it is to be a judge for such a career defining opportunity! Revlon Professional’s Visionaries Re:Mastered 2025 is pure magic for emerging talents, providing them with unmatched mentorship, exposure, and access to the best in the industry. Helping to shape and guide the next generation of creative hairdressing talent is something I’m incredibly passionate about. Seeing fresh artists step forward, push boundaries, and elevate their craft is always inspiring. I can’t wait to witness the creativity and innovation these candidates bring to the table!”
– Errol Douglas MBE.

“The Visionaries programme is a sure route to success for our final four. It takes its candidates on a journey like no other, opening up doors to incredible opportunities. It gets you to places, on to magazine pages, into studios, and on the invitation list to industry events. It will encourage you to expand on your creativity and get you out from behind your chair. The successes of our former Visionaries have been phenomenal – it’s a career gamechanger!”
– Karen Thomas, Brand Master Educator for Revlon Professional® UK & Ireland.

The four Visionaries begin their journey on 7th April with a two-day module on ‘Becoming a Visionary’. Held at Revlon HQ – Greater London House, the course led by Karen Thomas will equip them with all the knowledge they need to launch them on their exciting year ahead.

More Info
Online: www.revlonprofessional.com
Instagram: @RevlonProfessionaluk

This year’s stage will come alive with visionary presentations, live demonstrations, and creative collaborations from some of the most innovative minds in hairdressing and barbering. Global hairdressing icons, barbering titans and an unrivalled collective of brands will be hitting the main stage.

Main Stage Line-Up

• The Trevor Sorbie Creative Team will mark a legendary return to the stage in a special collaboration with Keune.
• Alfaparf Milano Professional with Paul Stafford and the Sanrizz Artistic Team will showcase ‘Evolution’.
• Sassoon Academy, led by Creative Director Mark Hayes, will break down the revolutionary Vidal Sassoon approach to their iconic cuts.
• Wella Professional joins forces with James Earnshaw to bring an inspiring fusion of cut, colour, and style.
• Wahl takes the spotlight with expert-led barbering and men’s grooming innovation.
• Revlon Professional’s Artistic Team presents BOLD: UNLIMITED.
• Danger Jones makes its UK stage debut with a fearless, high-energy colour show.
• Blue Tit Education, in collaboration with Leaf Scissors, unveils their unseen 2025 collection ‘Dusk,’ celebrating individuality and London’s underground fashion scene.
• L’Oréal Professionnel will deliver industry pioneers and award-winners like Frazer Wallace.
• Naomi Brooks, a guru in the world of Afro and textured hair, shares her techniques.
• The Fellowship for British Hairdressing will bring their talented project teams to the stage showcasing the next generation of talent.
• Josh Lamonaca and Darrel Starkey push the boundaries of Men’s hairdressing in a dynamic showcase of cutting and colouring mastery.

With more names still to be revealed, HairCon’s Main Stage is set to be an unforgettable experience.

Ultimate Industry Gathering

From captivating stage performances to hands-on learning opportunities, immersive brand experiences, and exclusive networking events, the weekend will be the epicentre of education, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re a seasoned Stylist, a budding Barber, or a Salon Owner looking for the latest innovations, this is the must-attend event of the year.

Tickets Now Available

Secure your tickets today to ignite your career, inspire your teams and elevate your hair game at HairCon. Tickets also include a 1 month FREE trial of the Hilton Club membership!
Book Now: www.haircon.co.uk

Think Pink

We predict a nod to the Cotton Candy Pink trend with some opalescent, watered-down variations like a pearlescent glass-like shine. Infuse energetic traditional pastel colours with the high-shine treatment, which is perfect for festival season. Nail this trend by leaving the roots natural and colour-free and use creative violet-based toners on pre-lightened locks. Pair with a textured, effortless cut.

Copper Load

Elegant rich reds ruled the runways. Think a deeper shade than copper but lighter than Auburn. Cinnamon and ruby tones suit warmer skin tones, while Clients with cooler skin tones suit berry and burgundy. Copper balayages scream luxe and can be tailor-made to suit your client’s needs. Add a clear toner to add a nail-like top coat to locks, and clients will also be nailing the glass hair trend this season.

Sweet Thing

Enhance Clients’ skin tone with the sweetest sugary blonde. The high-shine, luxe addition takes in warmer tones to brighten the hair. A clay-based balayage bleach is essential for that delicate lift, and a soft blending technique keeps the brightness scattered and sun-kissed. Follow with a toner like Davines 10/34 that complements and enhances the natural warmth of your client’s hair. Maintain the hue with Davines Instant Bonding Glow, and enhance reflection with Heart of Glass, Intense Treatment.

Mocha Mousse

Whether its neutral nude shades (beige and taupe), shimmering shades of bronze, or monotone colours closer to your clients’ natural shade, this season’s trend is for warmth, health and shine. The runways were filled with glossy nods to Pantone’s colour of the year, with the chocolate box shades reflecting an increasing need for comfort next season.

Recreate multi-dimensional colours with depth and shine; glossing is a great way to add richness while maintaining a low-commitment, natural colour. Adding mocha lowlights to blonder hair can work perfectly for your lighter-haired clients, whilst mocha highlights on a brunette base help reflect the shine. Face framing pieces also help add depth. Maintain colour with Davines Alchemic Chocolate Shampoo and Conditioner.

More Info
Online:  mylaanddavis.co.uk
Instagram: @mylaanddavis

Attended by ASP Distributors and Hairdressers from a host of countries including Holland, Belgium, Germany, Slovakia, USA and Canada. Guests took over Marbella’s exclusive Hard Rock Hotel for its celebrations, where the message was very clear, they needed to be inspired and get creative!

ASP’s Education Manager & Head of Creative, Sara Solomon-Jones, along with Sales & Commercial Director, Ross Jones, opened the event by revealing the new products that will be launching in the ASP portfolio in 2025, and paid tribute to the company’s 30 year heritage.

“Throughout the last 30 years we have launched some of the most innovative products in the market. We’re now in more than 50 countries and trusted by thousands of hair professionals around the world. Today is the launch pad of the next era of ASP. Our ethos remains the same, the hair professionals are always at the core of our business, and the professional hairdresser makes us who we are,” – Ross.

90s Theme

An incredible ‘90s neon’ themed opening party set the scene for the event, with live music, Entertainers and Hairdressers from all over the globe. This was followed by an energetic hair show embracing the neon theme. Headed up by ASP’s Global Ambassador, Tracey Ann Smith, and the ASP Colour Rebels, it showcased an array of avant garde hair that was bursting with creativity and skill.

Two Year Programme

The ASP Colour Rebels are halfway through a two year programme, which has already involved an intensive period of education and development with Tracey Ann Smith and the ASP education team, before being catapulted into the limelight on the global stage. Maisie Oddy, Poppy Goodwin, Megan Grant, Morgan Workman and Maire Abbett demonstrated exceptional skills and presented their first global hair show with finesse and talent, in what was a mesmerising show.

Day Two

Masterclasses gave guests an exceptional up-close and personal education opportunity. ASP Ambassadors Terri Nadin and Let Lew took to the stage with a Colour Masterclass, whist Paul Thomas-Farr and Jon Aherne delivered the Cutting Masterclass. ASP Ambassador Sheree Tomic and renowned Photographer Desmond Murray closed the day with the Photography and Social Media Masterclass.

Final Night

Guests embraced the carnival dress code as they enjoyed a cocktail reception, followed by a delicious four course sit down meal. The night culminated in a hair show extravaganza created by Tracey Ann Smith and the ASP Colour Rebels and Ambassadors. A spectacular of models with incredible Carnival inspired hair demonstrated the array of talent amongst the team. The energy was electric; it was fun, fabulous and inspired. An energetic carnival party followed when the 500 guests joined together to celebrate three remarkable decades of ASP.

More Info
Online: www.asphair.com
Instagram: @asphair

Mollie Dwyer of Wigan & Leigh College has won a jackpot of £1000 cash and a hamper of tools worth £200 for her college department. Mollie created a gorgeous glossy and perfectly balanced loose wave blow-dry for her model, taking the top spot in the second year of the Denman Big Blowout Competition and beating over 650 other entrants to take the prize.

“The volume of incredible entries we received shows just how committed and creative our future hair professionals are. We are so grateful to all of the tutors that have encouraged their students to enter and so impressed with the quality of entries we received. Blow-dry skills are one of the key skills to master and this competition shows that hairdressing students all over the UK are determined to do just that,”
– Denman CEO Kevin McNamee.

This year the competition prizes extended to the Tutors. 

• Victoria Mawson, Tutor of the new Denman College Star wins £250.
• Julie Carroll of Belfast Met College wins £250 for the greatest number of Student entries.

Sign Up

College Star – Denman’s Big Blowout Competition will be back on Monday 16th February 2026. Students can sign-up to be notified online College Star – Denman UK.

As seen in Danilo Giangreco’s new collection, Chroma Culture, this Champagne Blush shade is the ultimate expression of modern luxury.

Step By Step

Step 1: Lightening Process – Highlights & Foilyage
The goal here is to lift the hair to a pale yellow to achieve the champagne tone.

• Using Revlon Professional Magnet 9-level lightener and 20% volume developed for controlled lift, add in Magnet Ultimate Technical Additive Hair Bonding Treatment to maintain the integrity of the hair.
• Create thin highlights around the hairline, to add brightness.
• Use a foliyage technique to create soft dimension, backcombing each section lightly before applying the lightener to diffuse the root, saturating the mid-lengths and ends while feathering upwards for a natural blend.
• Hair is processed until it reaches a pale-yellow lift.
• Rinse thoroughly and towel dry.Pro Tip: Remember, the darker the hair, the more yellow you’ll see at this stage, so be patient and trust the process.

 

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Step 2: Root Melt & Toning
The goal is to create a soft, natural blend from root to ends for a seamless champagne finish.

Root Melt Formula (Soft Natural Blend)
• Level 7 Pearl Beige Blonde + 4 vol developer
• Apply at the roots, feathering down 1 inch (root tap) for a natural grow-out.
• Process for 5-10 minutes, then seamlessly blend into the toner for lengths and ends.

Toner Formula (Champagne Blonde)
• Hairline: Revlon Professional Colour Excel Gloss 10.03 + 4 vol for extra golden shine.
• Lengths & Ends: Revlon Professional Colour Excel Gloss 9.8 + 4 vol to create a perfect mix of nude blush and luxurious champagne blonde.
• Process for up to 10 minutes, watching closely for the perfect tone.
• Rinse and apply a colour-sealing treatment.

Step 3: Styling & Finishing

• Style into soft, champagne blonde waves for a look that whispers timeless sophistication.
• Prior to styling use a heat protection production to protect the hair before using any heat styling tools.
• Use a lightweight serum to enhance shine for a beautiful finish to compliment the champagne blonde colour.

For more inspiration follow @danilogiangreco_hair on Instagram.

The collection features a sophisticated mix of hair colours, from rich brunettes to striking reds, a variety of blondes, and elegant silvers. There’s a balance between classic luxury and modern edge, with styles ranging from soft waves to bold, structured cuts.

Espresso brunette cascades blend into ribbons of caramel, capturing timeless allure. Champagne blonde waves whisper sophistication. Spiced copper ignites a rebellious streak. A bold Cherry Cola pixie channels confidence, juxtaposed with cotton candy, sharp and sculpted. Caramel Latte shimmers with effortless grace, while Sea Salt Mousse with its smoky hues redefines refinement—wisdom and style. Nude vanilla bombshell…well…say no more!

Credits

Hair: Danilo Giangreco
Hair Assistants: Emy Rocabella and Enrica Russo
Photography: Danilo Giangreco
Styling: Rubina Marchiori
MUA: Grace Hayward
Lighting Assistant: Kiera Simpson

INSTAGRAM @danilogiangreco_hair

Textured hair should be celebrated and embraced by Hairdressers, not avoided. We aim to inspire other salons to educate
themselves about this hair type to provide more inclusive services. Our goal was to create a collection of images featuring strong silhouettes and powerful forms – images that are fierce yet also soft and beautiful. We drew inspiration from Photographer Johnny
Wong and his masterful use of lighting.

Hair – Melissa Timperley & Sara Williams, Makeup – Nina Rochford, Photographer – Michael Young.

As Hairdressers, we have the gift of making people feel good about their authentic selves, no matter their age, gender, race, or religion. We wanted to capture this gift. Our collection features images where everyone is heard and feels part of a wider story. Inspired by an inclusive A.P.C. campaign and the emotions it evoked with its powerful stories, we aimed to highlight the models’ personalities alongside their beautiful hair.

Hair Melissa Timperley & Sara Williams – Photography Michael Young – Makeup Team Sophie Frulli, Faye Cumberbatch & Emily Miller Stylist Taheed Khan.

INSTAGRAM 
@melissatimp, @melissasalons

Bringing together R+Co Guest Artist Karoliina Saunders and Vin, one half of the award-winning multi-media designers, consultants, and eco-warriors VIN + OMI, the evening at the ALFAPARF MILANO Academy in London took guests on the journey taken between Karoliina, R+Co and VIN + OMI at their most recent show ‘KAOS.’

Karoliina recreated and showcased three of the looks created by her and her 20+ team in February, while she and Stacy Humphreys, UKI Head of Education for R+Co and the evenings compere chatted with Vin.

“It was so fascinating to hear how the collaboration happened. We all learnt so much about both the creative process between Karoliina and VIN + OMI, and about the incredible social impact projects, campaigns and eco innovation that VIN + OMI are doing in the fashion space, and beyond,” – Stacy.

“I really loved working with the Karoliina and R+Co both at our KAOS show and this event. The work that she created was fantastic and played such a big part of the overall story we wanted to tell with our KAOS Collection,” – Vin.

“Both working on the KAOS show and this evening has been such a buzz. I just love the whole ethos behind VIN + OMI as it fits so well with R+Co. It was a pleasure to be able to create a hair look that was both visually impactful and playful, and its opportunities like this that allow us to bring together our creativity and skills to create art,” -Karoliina.

Instagram:
@vinandomi, @karoliinasaunders

Debbie is hosting a Sassoon Seminar on 31st March at 6.30pm at Sassoon Academy, Greek Street as a fundraising drive for this incredible initiative.

Shaping Futures

The programme transforms lives through hairdressing. Through the inspirational training brought by world-class Educators like Debbie, these socially challenged young adults’ lives will be changed so the cycle of disadvantage is shifted into one of independence. During her time with Shaping Futures, Debbie will be teaching classic cutting and styling techniques for two weeks as part of a six-week programme.

“I’m really excited to go back to my roots at the Sassoon Academy in Greek Street. This is going to be an amazing event, raising money for an incredible charity that will literally change lives, Shaping Futures is all about skilling and equipping individuals with the tools to earn a living and raise themselves out of poverty to support themselves, their families and find a new purpose and drive,” – Debbie.

From 2nd May to 17th May 2025, Debbie is Philippines-bound to help shape these futures of young people from the SOS Children’s Village in the Philippines. It’s an international, non-governmental, non-profit, non-political, and non-denominational organisation dedicated to providing holistic care to children who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing it.

“We are beyond thrilled to have the support of the incredible Debbie G, to be able to bring such a super-skilled hairdressing to these learners is going to be like a dream come true for them. This programme is incredibly important and over the past fifteen years, we’ve helped hundreds of youngsters to fulfil their dreams and aspirations. We are incredibly proud of all the people involved, but especially the young people who fight every day to create their own futures; they are inspirations to us all,” – Kay Brady, Head of Education and events for Schwarzkopf Professional.

Tickets

Buy Tickets for the Sassoon Academy event for £50 via Debbie’s Instagram: @debbiegtraining. Or if you can’t attend but would still like to support the outreach work, donate via the GoFundMe page linked in her bio.

More Information

Online: Schwarzkopf-Professional
Instagram: @schwarzkopfpro 

Shot on location in Montreal this Punk inspired Collection is young. Fresh and Vibrant- Cuts
are sharp and feature disconnecting and aggressive textures.. Colour is placed to create blocks of opposing tones and bands through the shapes to compliment and contrast the shapes.

Hair by Daniel Benoit – Colour by Monia Grieco – Pure Salon Montreal. Canada.

Photography by John Rawson – Assisted by Paul Gill – Post Production by Hume Retouch – MU by Eketerina – Styling by Leonie.

INSTAGRAM: @benoit4955