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Send us a textThe benefits of Red Light & Infrared Therapy Dr Carl Rothschild is a pioneer of red light therapy. He began his career as a Chiropractor, loving being able to help people. Working on using natural methods to treat people before they had to resort to surgery, he began to use infrared & near-infrared combined.We discuss the benefits of infrared & near-infrared light, what is EMF and how it can be harmful.Dr Carl shares information on mitochondria, and how healing can be stimulated by light. We discover how this can benefit hair loss and stimulate growth.Connect with Dr Rothschild:WebsiteYoutubeBook- Illuminated Healing Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textPermanent Chemotherapy induced Hair loss ~ What you're not being told Shirley Ledlie was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2005. She had a lumpectomy and node biopsy, and was told it had spread but the node was encapsulated. She had radiotherapy and chemotherapy with Taxoter. After her treatment, she noticed that her hair was not growing back. Her oncologist contacted the drug company, and they were aware that the treatment could cause permanent hair loss.It was then that she found out about PCIA. She has not had no hair for 20 years, and has a daily reminder of her cancer and her treatment.We discuss her story, and how permanent hair loss from Taxoter could be a lot more common than reported, and could be as high as 20-30%.Connect With Shirley:InstagramBookWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textPost Partum Hairloss ~ Navigating your body's changes. Jennifer Walderdorff Is the founder of Look at the Labels, a sustainable fashion style consultancy.Jennifer has a background in merchandise financial planning. she loves numbers and fashion. She saw consumerism beginning to shape the nation, and began to embrace sustainable fashion before it was popular!Jennifer suffered from postpartum hair loss herself, and was surprised how little she was prepared for this, and how there didn't seem to be a huge amount of information she could find to help her. We also discuss the best products and fabrics that you can choose that minimise exposure to chemicals such as endocrine disruptors. We discuss the composition changes that can happen to your body when you become a new mum, and how she helps people to love and embrace this new phase of their life.Connect with Jennifer:InstagramWebsiteApp Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textFrontal Fibrosing Alopecia ~ is it becoming an epidemic? Dr Archana Rao is the educational lead for the British Hair & Nails society, along with running a hair loss clinic in Kingston Hospital and a dermatologist and hair loss specialist. We discuss the latest progress and treatment around FFA, as well as current guidelines and why we may be seeing this condition more often!Dr Rao shares how we can keep up to date with the latest guidelines and protocols, along with identifying culprit agents, and recognising the symptoms to look for.Connect with Dr Rao:InstagramWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textSeason 9 BreakAnother season finished!Thankyou so much for supporting the show!Please take a minute to rate, review & subscribe/ follow the podcast, and share it with anyone you  think would like it. There have been tons of great guests, so please take this time to go back over the previous episodes to catch any that you may have missed.We will be back soon with some more amazing guests. I am so looking forward to bringing you more fab episodes!If you would like to be featured on the show, please drop me a question and I will answer it on the show.  Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textGet off the tools ~ How to grow your business and get out of your comfort zone! Katie Godfrey is a salon owner, educator, product developer, business strategist and author. She left school at the age of 13 with no qualifications, after being bullied. She studied beauty at college and ended up opening a business at just 19 with a loan and no experience!Katie has built her brand and learned how to grow a team. When she had a baby, she had to learn how to hand over her clients and not be the integral key person in the business. She was able to take a step back, working on the business rather than in the business. She was able to channel her energy into her team.She has then gone on to create a lash & brow range and educate others who wanted to learn from and work with her. She shares how products can be a great way to increase income.Katie now runs retreats and masterminds, coaching people and building their business strategies.Connect with Katie:InstagramPodcastBookRetreatKG professional Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textShit I told my hairdresser Jason Townsend from Seattle, & Jack Abernathy from Denver have been in the hair industry for over 30 years. They met working at Toni & Guy, and have worked in LA, where they have hosted some legendary celebrity clients.They have hundreds of crazy stories that they share on their podcast every week, telling tales that can only happen in LA. Some of the stories sound so mad that they seem unbelievable but they are all true!Jack shares how he regularly visits Paul McCartney's home, and we talk about how one hairdresser burn her client's hair off and ran away! Along with why certain celebrities really drastically change their look.Connect with Jack & Jason:InstagramPodcast Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textBuilding a Freelance Business ~ How to charge your worthRuth Lundstrom has been in the hair industry for over 20 years.After working in a salon and not enjoying the culture, she decided to go freelance and set up her own business.She struggled with not being allowed to work in lockdown and wanted to find a way to earn money,She began to go live on Instagram and share education on being freelance and how to price services. She created an E-guide for self-employed stylists as she wanted to make things easier and more streamlined.She then created an app to make it easier for people to calculate their prices and make a profit.Connect with Ruth:InstagramFreelance suite pricing app Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textStress & Hair Loss ~ Retraining your brain to reduce cortisol Keira Smith is a solution-based hypnotherapist.She used to be a personal trainer and yoga teacher, but she found this stressful and ended up developing unhelpful coping mechanisms.She then found hypnotherapy and discovered it was a way to help people reduce stress and anxiety. She could help them deal with stressful things like PTSD and panic attacks.She has used her therapy to help hair loss conditions, and reduce cortisol levels. She has helped people achieve health hair growth, including those with trichotillomania. Keira discussed coping mechanisms, and how they can be helpful, and how you can reframe situations to create new positive frames of reference.Connect with Keira:Positive Change HypnotherapyThe Chimp ParadoxAtomic Habits Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Send us a textCollege or Apprenticeship training? ~ The future of Hairdressing Education Mariana began her hairdressing education as a mature student of 25. After qualifying, she was keen to become an educator, and now teaches level 2 & 3 hairdressing at North Kent College.She wants to instil a passion for the industry into her students.She shares how the Lee Stafford academy approach within the College has provided systemised learning, with 'recipes' that the students can follow for success.We discuss how the changes in the minimum wage and budget may reduce the amount of apprenticeships available and she challenges the stigma around a college hairdressing education, and the high standard of facilities they have.Mariana believes that there are still great opportunities for people who want to enter the hairdressing industry, and that CPD is important to remain current and relevant.Connect with Mariana:InstagramFHA Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Reverie ~ Clean, ethical sustainable products for the future of haircare. Hillary Markenson has a background in Interior design. Her husband created the haircare brand Reverie, whilst working in his Salon, and she made the move to join the brand and learn all about hair.The aim was to create clean, sustainable, ethical products with innovative concepts & formulations.They enlisted the help of skincare experts to formulate a non-barrier forming, bio-mimetic and scalp supporting brand.We delve into the ethos behind Reverie, along with their challenges, and unique ingredients.Connect with Reverie:InstagramWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Living and working with trichotillomania ~ from hairdresser and client perspective Sarah & Liz:Sarah Sullivan is a hairdresser & educator. She trained in extensions, which led her to train in hair systems and wigs. This then inspired her to further train in trichology, and she now runs a private hair salon and separate air loss clinic. Liz has had trichotillomania since she was 10. She lost all her hair after witnessing a traumatic car accident. As her hair grew back, she began to focus on it and notice its different textures. She didn't like it as the hairs grew back curly. Over the years she has been able to manage her compulsion and recognise the triggers. Sometimes she is able to control the compulsion and sometimes she is not.Liz always dreaded going to the salon to get her hair done. She had high anxiety and people used to point and stare at her which made her feel intimidated.Since she has found a hairdresser with a knowledge and understanding of hair loss who has a private environment, she says it has taken the stress out of getting her hair done. She now enjoys getting her hair done.We discuss the best way to approach a client or family member with this condition, and various areas of treatment.Connect with Sarah:InstagramWebsiteInsight timer app  Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Travelling to Turkey for a hair transplant ~ is it the answer? Dr Anthony Bared has a background in plastic surgery, with over 15 years as a surgeon.He trained as a head & neck surgeon and now also specialises in hair restoration. He concentrates on just these few areas, so that he can develop and perfect his craft.Dr Bared stresses the importance of communication to manage expectations. He also conducts follow ups after hair transplant surgery, seeing his patients back for upto a year afterwards, and how this may mean that travelling internationally for treatment can lead to less reliable, or even unsatisfactory long term results. We also discuss over- harvesting the donor areas, and how aggressive procedures are not beneficial long term.He shares how the surgery can necessitate a certain level of artistry, including considering the angulation and depth of each individual hair follicle for the most natural look.The use of PRP to support the hair growth and expedite healing is also shared.We look at Minoxidil and Finasteride, the side effects and how you can test to determine whether these would benefit you.Connect with Dr Bared:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Supporting women in the hair industryKat McEwan is 37, a hairdresser of over 20 years, who is now a coach who focuses on supporting working women and working mothers.She suffered with postpartum depression & found it really difficult to get help, and to try to balance work and motherhood. We also discuss the pitfalls of hidden employment. She has been a single parent herself, and loves to help others set boundaries in their lives and thrive.'She has created a coaching programme to help others on a similar journey. She looks at mindset, setting boundaries, and balancing work & parenting. Kat wants to challenge the stigma around single working parents. Connect with Kat:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

What is PRP and can it be effective in treating hair loss? Ruth Collis is a clinical trichologist who began hairdressing at the age of 14. She followed a few different career paths, but was always drawn back to hair.She also has her own experience of hair loss, which led to her researching the causes and factors related to hair health, and becoming interested in trichology.She then began studying with the Institute of Trichology and she now has a trichology clinic in Haywards heath.She offers PRP, a treatment that uses your body's own natural resources to help to support hair growth. it can help to increase the diameter and density of hair over time.Ruth shares her journey, along with some great advice and information!Connect with Ruth:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

The Good Hair Tribe ~ Could Hair Coaching be for you? Atilola Moronfolu is a Certified Trichologist & a Cosmetic Scientist, After developing hair products, she wanted more knowledge to be able to help people with hair & scalp concerns.After completing her Trichology training in 2014, she set up a hair clinic and also developed a love for teachign & education, sharing her knowledge on products & techniques.She offers 'Haircare literacy' for corporations and individuals.She created the Good Hair Tribe which offers memberships and courses which are open to everyone in the world. You can learn hair science, hair loss, scalp disorders, growing hair and looking after your edges. She also has a course where you can learn to be a hair coach. Atilola is running a FREE 3 Day Hair Coaching Business Intensive Bootcamp where you can learn about hair science, frameworks and business. Apply now to secure your spot!!Connect with The Good Hair Tribe:InstagramHair Coaching Business Intensive Bootcamp - The Good Hair Tribe Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

The importance of skin testing & the consequences Adam Haste is a specialist insurance broker, who has been in the industry for over 24 years. He works with very large companies with huge turnovers and high service expectations. After helping a large number of salons gain payouts for loss of earnings during COVID, he began to work with Sentio salons to build more sector specific insurance policies for salons that better suited their needs.Adam has helped to update the rulebook on allergy alert testing, and he shares the do's and don'ts to ensure that you comply with insurance and regulations.We discuss the cosmetics directive and how this dictates the requirements of product companies regarding labelling & ingredients.We look at PPD & its derivatives, and how these can cause alergies.He shares why skin testing is so important, and the potential consequences of not carrying this out. Connect with Adam:InstagramFacebook video Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Lichen Planopilaris ~ Living with cicatricial alopecia Rebecca is a third generation nurse, who works in mental health nursing with young people, offering trauma therapy. She also has an interest in crime and forensics. Two years ago her hairdresser noticed a couple of small bald spots, She recommended a hair loss shampoo which triggered a huge allergic reaction, resulting in painful, rapid hair loss and infected hair follicles. This led to boils and spots on the scalp which can flare up and be very painful at times. She has been diagnosed with Lichen Planopilaris, a condition which has left her scalp with areas of scarring and permanent hair loss.We talk about different treatments, if they have shown results, and any side effects, and Rebecca shares her story as she wants people to know that there are positive sides to alopecia too.She has made connections with others through her instagram and youtube accounts, as well as alopecia support groups, and now hopes to work with young people affected by hair loss. Connect with Rebecca:InstagramAlopecia Uk Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Anorexia, eating disorders & hair loss Dr Laura is a GP in Leeds, and also has a focus on functional medicine.She says sometimes she feels rushed and struggles to build the relationship with patients that she would like to have. She has to focus on time critical conditions rather than those who may be seen as less serious.As a young person, she had eczema and acne, and was bullied for this. She then later experienced anorexia, which led to hair loss. eventually she began to investigate what was causing her hair loss, and discovered that it can often be multi factorial.Dr Laura has a great perspective of disordered eating from both a Doctor's and patient's point of view. She shares the difference between  anorexia and disordered eating, and how even those who are overweight can still be malnourished and could experience hair loss. We also look at how to manage stress and high cortisol levels and the impact it can have on the hair.Connect with Dr Laura:InstagramPsycho cybernetics book Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Strategies to reduce stress & help to combat hair loss Lisa West has been in the hair industry for over 40 years, and is the owner of Synergy Hair Loss in Portsmouth. She began to take an interest in trichology after she trained in hair systems, but soon realised that without the underpinning knowledge on hair loss, she risked her clients missing out on getting help, or possibly even making their condition worse. She wanted to have answers for her clients and likes to take a holistic approach.Lisa describes how to recognise high cortisol levels, and how hair loss can be impacted by stress. She shares her tips on starting off 2025 in a calmer, healthier state by making small, sustainable habits rather than unrealistic & unachievable New Year's resolutions.  Connect with Lisa:InstagramWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Mohs surgery & skin cancer ~ how to recognise the signs Dr Rex, a dermatologist who treats skin & scalp conditions is back once more to discuss the different types of skin cancer, and what to look for if you notice something suspicious on a client or patient's skin or scalp. We discuss Mohs surgery, and how it is used to incrementally remove skin cancer without removing large areas of skin, leading to reduced scarring & better healing.Dr Rex describes how to recognise lesions such as basal cell & squamous cell carcinomas and melanomas, so that you will know when to advise a patient or client to go and get their mole or lesion checked out. We also discuss how skin cancers may appear differently on darker skin types along with common traits.Connect with Dr Rex:InstagramPeak DermatologyWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Understanding the science behind trichology & haircare using research & clinical reviews Marta Teixeira is a clinical trichologist who has conducted clinical reviews and has published two articles.In school, her hair made her a target for bullies, as it was big and curly, and even at the age of 14, she began to straighten and chemically relax it to fit in. She found over time that her hair became very damaged ad began to break off, which led to her having to change her haircare practices and begin to embrace her natural texture.She began to take an interest in hair care and created an Instagram account to help others learn how to care for their curls.She began to take an interest in hair science, which has led to her conducting extensive research on various papers and topics, including the science behind curly hair, and diagnosis using trichoscopy.Marta shares tips on preparing to compile a clinical study if you would like to consider getting work published, and also the importance of regulation in the industry and finding the right practitioner for the right advice. Connect with Marta:InstagramWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

We are as strong as we are fragile ~ Hair loss and self esteem Dame Clarissa Burt is from the US, and is currently in Italy. She was a model for a long time, and is now creating her own wig brand, along with producing a self esteem book which she refers to as a manual, where she encourages you to be your own cheerleader, challenging how you speak to yourself.She also shares her story of how she experienced hair loss no less than four times, all from different factors! She describes how each time was very distressing, and how hair loss can have a huge impact on your self esteem and the way you see yourself. Clarissa lists the four pillars of self esteem and her set of values to live by for a positive life. Connect with Clarissa:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

How hair systems could have a positive impact on your clients and your business. Rob has been in the hair industry for 20 years, and now owns Novo Cabello where he provides wigs & hair systems for clients as well as education for hairstylists and barbers so that these services are accessible. These salons can partner with him as well as learning how to fit the systems.He decided to train in hair after a back injury prevented him from pursuing his career in dance & singing. He opened his first salon at the age of just 24, which he owned for 17 years. The first time he fitted a hair system it was for his friend, who had suffered severely with their mental health because of their hair loss. This had such an impact on them both that it led to him finding his niche fitting systems and wigs. He wants to break down the stigma and for those who wear them to be celebrated and for it to become normalised. Connect with Rob:InstagramWebsiteTiktok Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Making better product choices & understanding your hair & scalp needs Kameese Davis, a mother of two from Birmingham, is a self-proclaimed entrepreneur, visionary and information geek.She has created her own vegan haircare brand, Nylah's, after she struggled to find products for her daughter's needs when she was only 4 years old and suffered from seborrheic dermatitis. There was nothing natural that she could use for her scalp condition and hair type.In the end she resorted to sourcing products from America, which was costly and time consuming, making it unreliable long term.She shares her journey, along with her own experience of hair loss, which added to the struggles of starting her own business.We discuss how some product brands are only concerned with the bottom line, even using waste products at ingredients to maximise profit, regardless of the impact on the end user.She also talks about ingredient consciousness, and how many products ,marketed to black women are dangerously high in chemicals or toxic.She has created a product line that celebrates her daughter's identity and her natural beauty.Connect with Kameese:InstagramNylah'sWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Creating supplements that really work ~ Seed and Soul Deborah Maguire, along with her business partner Katie Hemming, both have a background in agriculture and have a sustainable ethos, with a passion for ethical, organic, fair trade products that are good for the planet and their clients.They have a salon in the Cotswolds, and whilst Katie specialises in hair extensions, Deborah decided to train in trichology, and began to take an interest in nutrition, as she came to realise how important it can be for hair health.They then decided to create their own supplement which aligned with their values. This meant that it has no fillers or unnecessary ingredients, and is made in England by a pharmaceutically accredited company. We talk about how important it is to have the right ingredients, in the right levels, to ensure that the supplement is effective, as Deborah states, all the systems in the body need to work in harmony for optimum hair health, like an orchestra.Deborah shares how important transparency is, and that how the product works and all the key ingredients are readily available for anyone to view before they even make a purchase. She describes the benefits of these ingredients and the amazing things they can do!Connect with Seed & Soul:WebsiteInstagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Another season finished!Thankyou so much for supporting the show!Please take a minute to rate, review & subscribe/ follow the podcast, and share it with anyone you  think would like it. There have been tons of great guests, so please take this time to go back over the previous episodes to catch any that you may have missed.We will be back soon with some more amazing guests. Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Miniaturisation of the hair follicles ~ Can this be reversed? Sergio Cardona is a second generation Trichologist, following in the footsteps of his Father, who he worked alongside as well as being his mentor.We discuss hair miniaturisation, how it happens, how to recognise it, and whether the process is reversible, along with the differences between telogen effluvium and androgenic alopecia.Sergio shares how hair shedding can have an effect on the hair follicle, and the exact point that the hair reduces where it can no longer be reversed. He also shares how telogen effluvium may show signs of hair miniaturisation but that it doesnt compromise the hair follicle in the same way that genetic hair loss might.He describes how to detect why the hair is thinning and what is causing it, along with the importance of creating a specific time line. Connect with Sergio Cardona: WebsiteInstagramThe hair wire Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Alopecia Areata, Hypothyroidism, autoimmune conditions & hair loss  Holly Pini is a busy working mother, who works at a school with children with autism. She suffers from two autoimmune conditions, Alopecia areata & hypothyroidism. Her Mum has also had alopecia areata since she was 13, she wore wigs her whole life. She also has hypothyroidism. During her GCSE's she was exhausted, and began to question if she had an issue. Eventually she found out she had hypothyroidism & has been on medication ever since. She had no hair loss issues until after the birth of her second son. She found that her hair loss was not met with anywhere near the same compassion & patient care as her hypothyroidism by healthcare professionals.She describes how her mental health has been affected and how some days she finds it hard. she tries to be positive and pushed through the worst days. She also suffers from health anxiety, which she has had treatment for, and has been wary to try new treatments. Connect with Holly:InstagramAlopeciauk Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

How could a wig consultant help you? Katie Dear is a wig consultant offering products, help & advice for those experiencing hair loss.She has a long background in wigs, Theatre and T.V. She wanted something more flexible to work around her family, and now she helps people facing chemotherapy treatment & alopecia, and those with fine & thinning hair.We discuss the importance of caring for people at a time in their life where they may be suffering with mental health issues. Katie also shares how it affects their families and partners, and how we can help support them through this too. Katie also opens up about how dealing with these people all day can also affect her own wellbeing, as she takes on her client's trauma.Katie talks about how she helps families to navigate difficult conversations, and how to work around small children and loved ones, especially if they are having to undergo treatment. Connect with Katie:InstagramPodcastLook good feel betterAlopecia UK Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

 Hair Aid ~ How Charity work can have a long lasting impact Louise Turner is a Hair Professional, Salon owner & Educator from Lincoln. She has been in the industry for 36 years.She aims to inspire the future generation of hairdressers, and hopes to help to raise the standards within the industry.She recently took a trip to Bali to carry out some volunteer work for Hair Aid Charity, educating the underprivileged people who live in the rubbish dump, and those serving time in the worst prison in the country, offering them a chance to improve their future prospects and change their lives.They also visited an orphanage and cut the children's hair.Louise says that the experience definitely changed her, and made her appreciate her opportunities a lot more in her own life. It changed her perspective, and she plans to go back again.Connect with Louise:InstagramEvolution HairdressingPurple hearts Hair AidMcMillanKabul Beauty School Book Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Ozempic, bariatric surgery & hair loss Dr Ademir JR has a clinic & academy in Brazil, where he educated the future generation of trichologists. He began his medical training at 17 & works with his brother in endocrinology & dermatology. His own journey with hair loss began at just 15 years old. in 1998 he was involved in a study of Finasteride. He has also studied hair loss in PCOS & bariatric surgery.In 2007 he certified with the IAT & began to understand the psycho-emotional aspects of hair loss.We discuss the effects of Ozempic on hair health, and whether this presents from the medication, or as a side effect of the rapid weight loss. Dr Ademir also shares how insulin resistance can have an effect on all aspects of hair loss & impede recovery. Dr Ademir has also written 8 books and launched the Brazilian journal of hair health. Connect with Dr Ademir JR:InstagramFacebook Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Is there inequality when it come to treating hairloss? Dr Rex is from Arizona. He grew up in Nigeria and returned to the US at 18, where he studied medicine in New York. After learning that it was rare to find an African American dermatologist, he decided to specialise in this area. We discuss how important it is to have representation within medicine, and how all practitioners should have a cultural understanding and empathy for their patients' backgrounds, traditions & beliefs. It was after a mission trip to Ethiopia that he decided to become a Physician so that he could help people in rural underserved communities. He believes that there is an inequality within healthcare, particularly around the socially & economically challenged.He works hard to encourage the future generation of dermatologists to use their skillset to increase access to dermatology in less desirable localities.Connect with Dr Rex:InstagramWebsiteYoutubeFacebook Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Combining medical science and herbal remedies to create safer products Dr Ellana Stinson is from Boston, Massachusetts. She is an award winning ER physician, and has battled health issues which has led to hair loss and poor hair condition.Dr Ellana shares that after her issues with her health, having thyroid cancer and surgery, medication and dealing with fertility issues, she found that she began to develop a greater awareness of the ingredients in the products she was using.Many products on the market contain harmful chemicals, such as endocrine disruptors, and she was keen to move away from this. As a natural problem solver who is inquisitive and has a degree in chemistry, she decided to create her own product brand.We discuss the health equity & disparity in medicine, and also in haircare, and Dr Stinson describes how there is still a lot of work to be done to accurately assess how safe the products and chemicals used in salons are, and regulations around safe usage practices such as ventilation etc.She shares how education is key, as some products have hidden chemicals or confusing labelling, and how you can find healthier alternatives. Connect with Dr Ellana:WebsiteInstagramYuka appEWG Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

How important is nutrition when it comes to hair health? Charlotte Lucas was a Pharmacist with the NHS for 25 years, and she became a little disillusioned with the general lack of preventative action in medicine. She has now completed a master's in nutrition.She believes that many chronic health conditions could be managed and treated in a better way, and our body is an ecosystem.  Charlotte shares that nutrition plays a huge part in relation to health, and having experienced hair loss twice herself, once as a teenager during her GCSE's, and then later during menopause too.She uses a combination of functional medicine, nutritional medicine and pharmaceutical medicine. We look at how inflammation can affect hair loss and autoimmune conditions, as she states that 75-80% of the immune system is located in the gut, and our microbiome impacts so many aspects of our health.Connect with Charlotte:InstagramWebsiteStudyRavenous bookDucas cooks Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

It's not just about the hair! Dr Pornima Mhatray has been a medical Doctor for over 30 years, and specialises in hair & skin treatments as she believes that hair or skin problems are a mirror of your overall health, and could be a sign of many possible concerns in the body.We discuss taking a holistic approach to hair health, looking at many contributing factors, such as diet, stress & cortisol levels, hormones and fitness levels. She recommends nutrition, counselling, even meditation alongside some more conventional treatment options, and more recent innovations such as PRP.She says she is seeing more patients im her clinic in Mumbai who are younger who are suffering from hair loss, and how this can affect their mental health. For some people, treatments like hair transplants can have a life changing effect, but this needs to be supported by an overall health plan.Dr Pornima advises that if you are thinking of trying a certain product or medication, it is important to consult a professional to support and guide you.Connect with Dr Mhatray:InstagramAngel HealthWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Hair transplantation ~ Navigating the industry from a patient's perspective Spencer Stevenson is an advocate who approaches hair transplantation from the unique perspective of a patient, having had multiple hair transplant surgeries himself.Through his own mistakes he has learned a great deal, and works hard to help prevent others from being conned or suffering from unethical practices. He knows first hand that the hair transplant industry is not always ethical, and it is important to carry out due diligence and research well before any transplant or procedure.When spencer was young, he had tons of hair, and this was part of his identity. By the time he was 21, he had began to recede, and by the time he was 24, he had become so self-conscious that he began to become reclusive & depressed. He avoided social situations & missed out on important events.He tried a hair system, and minoxidil but still wasn't happy. He saw an advert and thought all his prayers had been answered, but this was the start of a long and arduous journey to regain more hair. Spencer now helps to advise others on what is best for them, helping them to avoid the pitfalls and negatives of the industry.Connect with Spencer:WebsiteInstagramThe bald truth podcastHair Transplant | IAHRS Hair Restoration SurgeonsJAAQ Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Becoming a leader in the hairdressing industry Rae Palmer began her career in the hairdressing industry in the late 80's, and she has seen a lot of changes in this time.She has developed her own brand-neutral CPD education programme for hair professionals who want to grow & develop their business and their performance.She believes we should focus on knowledge before technique, taking the time to learnt the science behind the services we offer as well as the image we portray on social media. She has created the purple hearts, teaming up with HABIA and the hairdressing council, where collaboration is key in helping to lead & inspire others. Connect with Rae:InstagramFacebook Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Taking a holistic approach to hair Emily Wiens has been in the hair industry for over 15 years, and over this time she has also become a functional movement specialist & yoga teacher.As her career has progressed, she has grown to take a more health- centred view on hair, starting with her own health & working practices, and expanding into creating her studio, the Holistic Hair Hive. She now recommends products with more natural ingredients, and we discuss how some product companies have a less than transparent approach when it comes to ingredients and labelling!Emily shares her knowledge on how you can start to make better choices, and what to consider when wanting to take a healthier approach to haircare.Connect with Emily:InstagramWebsiteCult & King Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Understanding CCCA & restoring hair after cancer treatment Lorna Jones IAT has been a trichologist since 2018, with clinics in Central & South East London. She has written two books on trichology & hair, supported by her experience and a degree in Biology!She beleives that to understand how you lose hair, you have ot understand how it grows.We discuss CCCA, what it is, how to recognise it and options to help treat this condition, as well as other scarring alopecias.Lorna also shares how she has built up a community to support those experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment, and her work with the NHS and various charities.Connect with Lorna:InstagramWebsite'If only hair could talk''Way beyond the scalp: A trichologists guid to some common hair loss & scalp problems'UK scarring alopecia support group Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Is scalp health important or just the latest trend? Karley Weir is a trichologist in Buckinghamshire who has been in the hair industry for 25 years. She has worked in many different avenues of hair, including cruise ships, TV, working abroad, managing salons,  working in education and now she focuses on hair & scalp health.As her career progressed, she wanted to understand more about the products she was using and their ingredients, and she began studying trichology ten years ago, when there were very few registered trichologists!Karley shares her thoughts on the latest trends, and how this could influence salon business, as now 1 in 3 clients may have a concern around their scalp.Connect with Karley:InstagramWebsiteTikTok Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

The challenges of wearing wigs when you have sensory issues Meg has autism & ADHD. She is a hairstylist and makes wigs in all colours.She used to have long hair, but after shaving it off in 2018 to support a friend who was having chemotherapy treatment, she found she loved short! It made her realise that having long hair had been very uncomfortable for her, and triggered her sensory issues. She loved the freedom of having short hair but being able to wear wigs and still enjoy long hair.Meg creates amazing rainbow wigs, but also has an extensive knowledge of what makes a wig more comfortable for someone who may be on the spectrum and have sensory issues. She has done a lot of research & trial & error into what works and what doesn't.We discuss the density, fittings, materials, including where the hair is sourced from, and how it is made.Meg has a mission to make wig making more popular and normalised, as well as making the hair space more welcoming for neurodivergent stylists & clients.Connect with Meg:InstagramWebsiteTiktok  Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

What are the options for Female Pattern Hair loss?  Dr Mary Alice Mina, a board certified dermatologist from Atlanta, Georgia, shares her knowledge on what female pattern hair loss is, how oestrogen can play a role in this condition and what are the treatment options.Dr Mina was very artistic at school, and loved to dance, but when she became injured her career took a different path, and she began to take an interest in dermatology & skincare.She describes how analysing skin conditions can even help to identify other health issues early on. We discuss different things that may be used to treat or help manage genetic hair loss.Connect with Dr Mina:Facebook  InstagramYoutubePodcast Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

What is the scalp microbiome and why is it important? Dr Andrea Echeverry is a microbiologist & immunologist who studies the impact of modern living conditions on the scalp microbiome.She also offers SMP and specialises in camouflaging hair transplant scars. She works with transplant surgeons & dermatologists to promote the importance of the scalp microbiome.We discuss what a microbiome is, and why do we need it!We look at why microbes can be important, and how conditions like dandruff are a form of biofilm in dysbiosis, and how microbes can also be found inside the dermal papilla & hair follicles.Dr Andrea also shares how hair transplants affect the natural microbiome, and what products mean when they advertise themselves as 'microbiome friendly'.Connect with Dr Echeverry:WebinarYoutubeWebsiteInstagramTrichology association Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Integrating Eastern & Western medicine to support healthy hair & scalp Dr Tom Ingegno is a licensed acupuncturist with 23 years experience of integrative medicine. He offers an approach that extends beyond traditional treatments, incorporating East Asian medicine to help reduce stress and support overall health. Tom shares how he works preventatively to help work towards a state of 'life enhancing' health, and how Chinese medicine can be used in the treatment of  alopecia and hair & scalp health.We discuss how treatments often have unexpected benefits, and how looking after yourself can lead to a vibrant state of health.Connect with Dr Ingegno:InstagramFacebookLinkedInXYoutubeThe cupping book Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Supporting hair growth through chemical burns, scarring alopecia and menopause. Angela Fields is from Florida. She first experienced issues with her hair when she suffered from chemical burns, following the use of relaxer to straighten her hair. She then began to experience thinning in perimenopause, and discovered that she had a deficiency in Vitamin D. After these issues were resolved, she then developed a scarring condition, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, known as CCCA, and has had to undergo scalp injections and biopsies to help to identify and treat this . Hair health at this point became extremely important to Angela, but, as she has an allergy to fragrances, she found that she was unable to use  96- 98% of haircare on the market that contains fragrance. She decided to make something for herself in her kitchen, but after being laid off from her job in the corporate world she was pushed to take the product range to market. She now works to help & support those with hair health concerns, particularly leading up to the menopause, and has created a supportive community where she offers education and advice. Connect with Angela:  Virtual Course - Ageless Tresses: Navigating Hair Health Through Menopause And Beyond Curl Quiz LinkedIn Instagram Tiktok Pinterest Private Facebook group Dermatologist search Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

She is losing it ~ A 20 year journey with alopecia Natalie is 39, and has had alopecia for 20 years. She has travelled a lot throughout her life, including Sydney & Singapore. She now lives in Amsterdam. She loves sport and fitness, is a qualified yoga instructor & believes that movement is a  huge part of maintaining her health  & working on her mindset.She likes to take time to self reflect and care for her mental health.Natalie first saw a dermatologist in Australia at 19 years old, but didnt really get any help or solutions.In January 2024 she experienced total hair loss for the first time, moving from alopecia areata to alopecia universalis. She describes this time as feeling almost like she was being 'rubbed out'.Natalie shares her story, including steriod injections, wearing wigs, and navigating difficult conversations with friends and family.Connect with Natalie:InstagramAlopecia UK Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

That's a wrap for another season!Thanks so much for listening, we'll be taking a sort break and will be back soon with plenty more guests and real life stories.Please take the time to rate and follow the podcast, and, if you get time, leave a review.This all helps the podcast to grow and become more visible to those who might need it.Back soon for season eight! Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

What happens when Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia goes undiagnosed Lesley Rutter lives in Newcastle, around 10 years ago, at the age of 40, she began to notice severe hair shedding. The front of her hair began to be itchy, her hair follicles became raised & inflamed, and her hairline began to recede away.She went to the doctor, and he told her it was just stress related,, and it would go away on its own. She returned to various doctors over a period of six years, where she was repeatedly sent away and told that it was just because of stress.She was left undiagnosed, not knowing where to turn or what she could do to treat her condition. She had bouts of severe shedding, including loss of eyebrows and lashes, which means her eyes are constantly itchy.Eventually, a nurse noticed that her confidence was being severely affected, and that this was having an impact on her life, and encouraged her to advocate for herself and demand to be referred for treatment. This led to her being sent to a dermatologist, who finally diagnosed her with FFA. By this time, however, she had lost around two inches of her hairline, and was shocked to discover that this would not be reversible. She now has a treatment plan, and has made connections with others, who can understand what she is going through, which she says has made a huge difference.Brain aneurism UK Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

The Hair Loss Clinic W/ Eva Proudman Eva Proudman FIT has over 20 years in the hair loss industry and now has a very busy schedule, with clinics in Harley Street, Warwickshire, Hertfordshire, Staffordshire & Hampshire where she sees over 250 patients a month!On top of this she works in product development, mentorship and consultancy.After being involved in a car accident at 32, she medically retired and had to have her spine fused so she couldn't work. She ended up being invited to a networking group, where she met a hair extension company owner, which got her into the field of education & hair loss. She ended up buying out the company and developing the hair in recovery programme.She then had bariatric surgery for diabetes, which led to her losing over 50% of her hair. This propelled her to develop her own award winning supplements, gaining data from over 700 patients, where she has seen good results.She was also involved in the making of the TV series 'The Hair Loss Clinic', and has influenced many people to the point that they have now signed up to the Institute of Trichology themselves to study!Connect with Eva:InstagramWebsite Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

What are JAK inhibitors & how can they be used to treat Alopecia Areata? Dr Jemma Boyle has has alopecia since she was 10 years old, which began as small bald patches which she says could be easily hidden. By her late teens, it began to get worse & more obvious. At the age of 30, she first lost all of her hair. This then grew back, then she lost it again.She is a Doctor who specialises in breast surgery & cancer research, who has been using JAK inhibitors to treat her own condition.Dr Boyle shares how losing her hair caused her to stop & put more time into looking after herself better; she began running, journaling, eating better and even stopped drinking alcohol for a year. She is one of only 10% of those with alopecia areata who has experienced spontaneous regrowth after losing all their hair. The JAK inhibitor Ritlecitinib has recently been approved on the NHS, and Jemma describes how it works, and how it can be used to treat hair loss.Connect with Dr Boyle:Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the Show.Connect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!