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    Jerusalema Dance Challenge

    Our Primary school has asked the children to upload videos to the school portal of them doing the dance challenge. The teachers posted theirs on Monday and someone did a great job of editing all the teachers doing the dance in their respective homes. It was great craic (fun). If you’re...
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    Beauty salons opening from Monday 13th July in England

    Looks like salons will be opening very soon. Are you ready though?
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    Hairdressers in the Republic of Ireland can now open on 29th June, earlier than previously suggested

    The Taoiseach (Irish PM) has just announced that many businesses will be able to open earlier in Phase 3 which starts on 29th June, and that includes Hairdressers, Beauticians etc. Initially, they were due to open in Phase 4 in July. I think a lot of people will be very happy with the news as...
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    Hairdressing in Ireland - guidance published by the Hairdressing Council

    The Irish Hairdressing Council has published their guidance for hairdressers, salons and barbers planning to open from July 20th (Phase 4) If you click on the link it will take you to the official document and you can download and save it to your phone, tablet or computer...
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    Cutting your own hair - would you do it yourself?

    I normally have my bleached lilac hair cut into either a short chin length bob or a short pixie style with a sort of fringe because it’s thin and fine and looks rubbish otherwise. :( Obviously, this means getting it trimmed very regularly and I‘m seriously overdue a haircut. (In Ireland, we’ve...
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    COVID-19, you’ve closed your business so what to do whilst at home?

    In Ireland, salons around the country have generally voluntarily closed since earlier last week due to govt. advice. Schools and colleges and childcare facilities were required to close the previous Friday. Restaurants, cafes and pubs are all closed. The only businesses operating are small local...
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    MyHairdressers.com - fantastic discount available

    The online hairdressing site/app www.myhairdressers.com is running a great Black Friday offer from now until Monday 26th November. Add code BLACK60 to your account and it will automatically renew with 60% off when you are next due to renew it. So if you already have an annual subscription...
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    Attaching fresh flowers into an up-do?

    I’ve agreed to do an up-do for my friend’s daughter next week for an event and will need to incorporate some fresh flowers, probably gypsophila (baby’s breath). It’s a Greek theme so I’m planning to do a halo Dutch braid and friend is supplying flowers so that’s why I’m not 100% sure what...
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    UV lamps explained - (why any old lamp just won’t do!). UPDATED September 2019

    Copied from a previous post written by @BobSweden An excellent, clear and comprehensive explanation. UV LAMPS EXPLAINED Chemists recommend that you use the UV lamp supplied by the gel manufacturer. If you don't, there is a risk of heat spikes or there is also a greater risk that you can...
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    Ribena as a hair dye?

    http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-leeds-44303626 Interesting article about using left over blackcurrent skins after making the soft drink.
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    Mydentity from Guy Tang - anyone tried it?

    Picked up a couple of tubes and developer in Sallys yesterday to try on myself. I bought the 8SP and 8DL. Reading his online manual it suggests for going from level 5 to an 8, to mix with 30vol and apply. That makes sense ordinarily. However, when I’ve done any colour that’s grey based, I...
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    Plain bad manners

    I do wish newly registered members would have the courtesy to take the trouble to read the forum rules before posting to complain about something that is adequately covered by the rules. In particular, getting aggrieved because we won’t post a step by step how-to diy for nails, hair, tanning...
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    Pros and cons of renting a chair

    I thought it might be useful to create a thread for you to post your opinions and experiences of renting a chair from both the salon owner and self employed perspectives. Hopefully, it will help future geeks to navigate their way to achieving a successful business partnership. Here's a few to...
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    Myhairdressers.com 50% off

    If you are considering buying a subscription for the online hairdressing training, here's their current half price discount code... WICKED60 First class training by the best in the business.
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    'Farmer in Charge' of Hairdresser's!

    New programme on the Irish channel RTÉ1 tonight. We've had the Hotel Inspector and Tabitha's Salon Takeover and now there's a new guru to assist ailing salon businesses. :) http://www.rte.ie/entertainment/2016/0606/793646-farmer-in-charge-on-rte-one-tonight/ It looks both hilarious and...
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    Crafty Easter eggs using nail polish

    http://www.muminthemadhouse.com/marble-eggs-nail-varnish/ This is a great blogger to follow for simple fun craft ideas with the kids. :)
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    Mary Portas Secret Shopper series 3

    Trailer for new series I love Mary. She's just brilliant. Did anyone watch last nights episode with the bridal shop? I see she's taking a hairdressing salon in hand in next week's episode. She's not as direct as Tabatha Coffey, so it will be interesting to see her approach. :)
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    British Hairdressing Awards finalists, wow!

    I love this image from Mark Leeson.
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    HMRC guidelines for determining self employment

    Are you Self Employed? http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/manuals/vtaxpermanual/VTAXPER69100.htm. HMRC GUIDELINES - UPDATED. VTAXPER69100 - Particular trades: Hairdressing: Guidelines agreed with the National Federation of Hairdressers [Important note: Not all of the guidelines have to be met in any...
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    HMRC targeting salons

    Press released issued July 2015 News Images & Videos Contacts Documents Follow HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) 273 Hair and beauty sector targeted in new national minimum wage campaign Press Release • Jul 29, 2015 11:06 BST Employers in the hairdressing and beauty sectors who pay their...
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