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Being a hairdresser requires a unique set of skills. Apart from having the ability to juggle times, techniques and talking points you must also constantly be growing. Picking up new tips and trends while being able to translate this for clients is key. No matter how much time your guest spends in your chair, make sure it’s useful for them and fruitful for you! This season, as the holidays start to hit full swing you’ll want to add value to your salon appointments.

There's just something about rocking natural texture that can really set a style free. It gives you the ability to accentuate any look and make it truly one of a kind. “There’s a strong beauty and confidence that surrounds women who embrace their natural hair texture, but learning what works and what doesn’t can make a world of difference in how enjoyable their morning routine is,” says Anna Peters, of the Sam Villa ArTeam. 

When it comes to your male clientele, inevitably the conversation about thinning hair and loss will come up. Clients everywhere are constantly looking for ways to cut down on the appearance of hair loss and as a stylist, you are their first line of defense! For the first time ever, Sam Villa, the stylist who teaches stylists, is the one sitting in the chair! Discussing the top tips to cut down on this problem, Andrew Carruthers, Education Director for Sam Villa, reveals the secrets behind his coif and demonstrates techniques to combat low hair density and a thinning hairline.