Today in collaboration with Wella Professionals, I’m honoured to welcome to the podcast Charlie Taylor, three-time Scottish Hairdresser of the Year and British Hairdressing Hall of Fame icon. From her formative years with Trevor Sorbie to co-running renowned salons in Perth and Dundee with her husband Alastair, Charlie has consistently set the bar for hairdressing excellence, making her mark both nationally and internationally.

Today, Charlie  introduces us to Careologist by Wella Professionals, a program dear to Charlie’s heart, aimed at elevating hairdressers’ grasp on hair and scalp care. This ties beautifully into our focus on Menopause, Hair, and Scalp Health, as part of recognising World Menopause Awareness Month. Charlie passionately shares her insights on addressing menopausal hair issues and the significance of understanding hair health during menopause.

Charlie also shares how System Professional’s range of products helps assist stylists and clients alike during this transformative phase.

Before we get to all of this, I was keen to open up our conversation by learning about Charlie’s voyage through the dynamics of hairdressing. She does this beautifully by emphasising with me the importance of solid foundational training and the early influences that shaped her.

Charlie’s competitive spirit and ambition, combined with her strategies for marrying creativity with business acumen in the salons she has built, shines through.

But most of all, this episode today is about to broaden your horizon on client hair and scalp care—especially how menopause affects the hair with Charlie sharing a very clear message: “We should care deeply about the hair and scalp health of those we serve.”.

So get ready for a conversation with Charlie Taylor, who will share her key tips and wonderful advice.

Today’s Guest

Charlie Taylor, an iconic figure in UK hairdressing, has made her mark with her innovative approach and unwavering commitment. A celebrated three-time Scottish Hairdresser of the Year and a lifetime member of the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame, she began her illustrious career under the mentorship of Trevor Sorbie in London.

Returning to Scotland, she opened her first salon in Perth and, with her husband Alastair, expanded into Dundee, establishing luxury salons renowned for their excellence. Known for being among Scotland’s busiest, her salons have garnered national and international recognition. Beyond running successful salons, Charlie is a dedicated international educator in hairdressing, sharing her profound expertise and passion globally.

Show notes:

Heres some of the key topics discussed in todays episode with Charlie Taylor

  • Introduction to Charlie Taylor
  • Early Career Inspirations
  • The Journey to London
  • Balancing Creativity and Business
  • Passion and Dedication
  • Assessing Current Success
  • Maintaining High Standards
  • Embracing Change in the Industry
  • Building Relationships with Wella Professionals
  • The Importance of Hair Care
  • Addressing Menopausal Hair Issues
  • Solutions for Hair Loss
  • Training the Next Generation
  • Future Aspirations and Opportunities

Resources

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ATTENDING THE CAREOLOGIST COURSE WITH CHARLIE TAYLOR CLICK HERE

MORE ON SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL VISIT HERE

VIEW WELLA PROFESSIONALS UK STUDIO CLASSES HERE

CONNECT WITH WELLA PROFESSIONALS UKI ON INSTAGRAM @WELLAPROFESSIONALSUKI

 

 

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