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Meet the Collective: Lizzie Lam
Hey, I’m Lizzie Lam – a self-employed stylist working from a lovely little town in Suffolk! I’ve been hairdressing for 13 years now, and every day I’m still so grateful I get to do something I love so much. Here’s a little insight into my journey, my style, and what the ELEVEN Collective has been up to lately!
Quick Fire with Lizzie🔥✂️
How long have you been a hairdresser?
I’ve been hairdressing for 13 years! I started with an apprenticeship at a local salon, which was the perfect way to begin. It wasn’t always easy – there were definitely some mistakes along the way – but learning on the job taught me the foundations that I’ve built on ever since.
Why did you want to become a hairdresser?
I’ve always been a creative soul – I studied art, photography and media at sixth form, then went on to university to study fashion styling. But a few months in, I knew it wasn’t for me. I’d always been fascinated by hairdressers when I was in the chair myself, so I decided to explore it… and I’ve never looked back!
What’s your specialty and why?
I’m all about lived-in, sun-kissed, low maintenance colour. In 2020, I came across Emily Mander’s lived-in colour education and I was totally hooked – it was a whole new way of looking at hair. For me, hair colour is like artwork – I love working with contrast, depth and tone to complement someone’s skin and eye colour.
That was also when I discovered ELEVEN Australia – I saw Emily using I Want Body Texture Spray, ordered it instantly, and it’s still my go-to for soft, beachy waves with lightweight hold and beautiful texture!
If you could be any famous hairdresser, who would you be?
It would have to be Kaine Vakai. I recently did a course with him and WOW – his presence is incredible. The way he shares his knowledge, his love for creating content, and how he balances educating, running his own salon, and building businesses while travelling the world… it’s so inspiring!
If you could invent something for the industry, what would it be?
A long wash basin – one that lets long hair rinse out like a shower instead of swirling and tangling up. Total game changer!
This Month with the ELEVEN Collective 💥
We had an amazing session with Sophie, all about session styling – perfect timing as we get ready for HairCon!
She demoed four styles: undone waves, a ponytail, faux bangs and twisted braids. Then we got stuck in, practicing each one for ourselves. I absolutely loved the session – it really boosted my confidence and gave me practical tools I know I’ll use again and again.
I’m feeling a mix of nerves and excitement about HairCon… creating hair on stage is totally new territory for me, but I’m ready to be pushed out of my comfort zone. I can’t wait to take on this challenge and walk away with a brand new experience under my belt! 💪✨
Want to follow Lizzie’s journey? Keep an eye out for her at HairCon – we know she’s going to smash it 💥
#TheCollective #ELEVENAustralia #HairConReady #LivedInColourLove
Hairdressing in My Blood – A Journey from Stage to Salon
I’ve been officially part of the hair industry for 15 years, but you could say it’s been in my veins since the day I was born. My parents opened our family salon back in 1974, and in 2010, I proudly joined the team.
Before that, I took a different path — I went to drama school and earned a degree in Performing Arts. While I didn’t stay in that world, it wasn’t a detour; it was a chapter that helped shape the way I express myself creatively today. Luckily, I still get to put those skills to use on stage through competitions and hair shows, bringing performance into the hair world in the best way.
These days, you’ll mostly find me in the salon, running the day-to-day with my amazing team and keeping things moving in our family business. I still take part in the occasional show — just for the fun of it! I love working one-on-one with clients to create beautiful transformations. I also train our NVQ students in-salon, which has been unexpectedly rewarding. Becoming a qualified assessor wasn’t part of the original plan, but helping students grow into confident professionals is an incredible feeling.
Quickfire Q&A
How long have you been a hairdresser?
15 years.
Why did you want to become a hairdresser?
Funny story — I didn’t! But once I started working in the salon, the energy, creativity, and the joy of making people feel amazing hooked me instantly.
What’s your speciality?
I genuinely love it all! If I had to choose, I’d say transformations — whether it’s a dramatic cut or a bold new colour. That “before and after” moment is pure magic.
Which famous hairdresser would you be for a day?
Rachel Vitullo. Her colour work is genius. The way she visualises and creates formulas blows my mind. Every time I watch her, I learn something new.
If you could invent something for the industry, what would it be?
A mannequin head with unlimited hair — press a button and poof, back to long! Perfect for training and practising endlessly.
This Month with The Collective: Styling with Zoë Rees
This month, we had an inspiring styling day with Zoë Rees from Bliss Hair Therapy, and I couldn’t have been more excited. I’ve been on the lookout for a styling course that felt both creative and commercial — something I could take straight back into the salon. This was it.
Zoë was warm, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel at ease from the start. We kicked off by focusing on product prep — something that’s easy to overlook when we’re in the daily grind. She reminded us how crucial the right products are to the longevity and quality of a style.
Our first hands-on session was a volume blow dry paired with a classic pin curl set — the secret to achieving that bouncy, full-bodied blowout that clients love. Getting to see the difference in my results just by tweaking product choice and prep was a lightbulb moment. I’ve already put the techniques into practice in the salon and let me tell you, the root lift is next level!
In the afternoon, we tackled an iconic 90s-inspired Pamela Anderson updo. I’ll admit — I was a little nervous. Long hair isn’t usually my thing, but Zoë guided us every step of the way. It was fascinating to see how small changes created such a variety of looks. The session left me feeling confident and inspired — I even pulled out the training head the next day to practice again!
Next up? HairCon! We’re buzzing with excitement to connect with everyone and show off everything we’ve learned so far. It’s going to be a fantastic couple of days — see you there!
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Hey, I’m Tom!
I’m a 19-year-old self-employed hairstylist with a passion for everything hair! I work across two amazing salons—Bliss Hair Therapy and Blushes in Cheltenham—which allows me to work with a diverse clientele. I love variety, and having the opportunity to create different looks every day is what keeps me inspired.
The hair industry is my world! I thrive on attending and working at hair events, always putting myself forward for photoshoots and creative opportunities. This year, I’ve taken a huge leap and entered the British Hairdressing Awards for the first time! I’m constantly pushing myself to grow and evolve—because in this industry, there’s always something new to learn.
I’ve been a hairdresser for four years, and my passion started because I found the industry so inspiring. If I had to choose my speciality, it would be balayage—it’s my most requested service, and I love making my clients’ hair look absolutely stunning.
If I could step into the shoes of any famous hairstylist, I’d pick Chris Appleton—he’s one of the best and most well-known, and that’s exactly what I aspire to be: an industry leader.
And if I could invent something for the hair industry, it would be bleach- and colour-proof clothing in any colour. Right now, most are just black—but, as I said, I love variety!
This month, as part of the Eleven Collective, we had an incredible colouring course with Katie Groves. I learned and practiced some fantastic techniques, and I couldn’t wait to take them back to the salon and put them to use! This year with the Eleven Collective is going to be amazing, but what I’m most excited about is HairCon with the team—it’s going to be an inspiring and fun couple of days, and I can’t wait!
Meet ELEVEN Australia Collective member Katie Guise
Tell us about yourself?
Hi, I’m Katie Guise! I’m 31 years old and have been in the hair industry for over 15 years. My journey began in West London, where I started as an apprentice, learning the foundations of hairdressing. From there, I gained experience working in a variety of salons, as well as in fashion and session work, which allowed me to explore different aspects of the industry and refine my skills. 2.5 years ago, I took a major step in my career and opened my first salon, a dream I had worked towards for years. Being able to create a space where both my clients and team feel inspired and confident has been incredibly rewarding. I absolutely love working alongside ELEVEN and the Collective team, as it fuels my creativity and allows me to collaborate with other passionate artists. Surrounding myself with talented individuals who share the same drive and love for the industry constantly pushes me to grow, learn, and evolve as a stylist.
What did the collective get up to this month?
This month has been massive for the ELEVEN Australia Collective team! Not only did we have an amazing cutting education session with the incredible Ben Nott, but we also had the honour of assisting Joey Scandizzo and Andrew O’Toole on the Sydney to Shoreditch Tour. The energy, creativity, and talent in the room were just unreal, and being part of something so inspiring has only fueled my passion even more.
Why did you want to become a hairdresser?
I’ve always wanted to do hair. Even from the age of eight, I was obsessed! I used to cut my grandad’s hair for £1 (don’t worry, I’ve had a price increase since then). I even still have the last pound he ever gave me from 22 years ago—it’s something I’ll always treasure. Hair has always been and always will be my passion; there’s nothing else I could imagine doing.
What would you say your speciality is and why?
Although I specialize in colour, my absolute favourite thing is taking a client on a complete hair journey, from start to finish. There’s something so rewarding about working with someone over time to completely transform their hair, whether it’s a major colour change, restoring hair health, or helping them rediscover their confidence. That transformation process is what keeps me inspired every single day.
If you could be a famous hairdresser, who would it be and why?
If I could be a famous hairdresser, hands down, it would be Sally Brooks. What a boss—an incredible talent and a true icon in the industry! Her work is next-level, and her passion for education and creativity is something I really admire.
If you could invent something for the hairdressing industry, what would it be?
If I could invent one thing for the hair industry, it would definitely be trolley wheels that never get hair caught in them. Seriously, someone needs to make this happen! Every hairstylist knows the struggle, and I feel like this would be a game-changer in the salon.
Why book the new ELEVEN Australia Trend Cutting Class?
We talked to ELEVEN Australia Educator Ben Nott to find out why…
In the Eleven Australia trend-cutting course, we guide you through the art of blending scissor and razoring techniques to effortlessly create on-trend, high-demand cuts that clients are asking for in salons today. This course focuses on two gender-neutral, macro trend haircuts: The first is a longer, shaggy, ’70s rock-inspired style. Following the popularity of the butterfly and wolf haircuts, this look marks the next evolution of longer-layered hair trends. The second is a chic, chin-length cut with curtain bangs, featuring soft internal texture and movement while maintaining a fuller shape that works beautifully both curly and straight.
I absolutely love teaching the trend-cutting course because new styles and trends are always coming out but nowhere else seems to teach stylists how to create and achieve them with confidence. Showing hairdressers of all abilities how to utilise cutting with a razor – which is something most of us have either forgotten or were never properly taught in the first place – is so rewarding. I’ve often had students proclaim they want to become the salon razor specialist at the end of this course! Showing the class that in cutting, much like colouring, the importance of strong sectioning patterns ensures the accurately and effectiveness of creating these cuts time after time, with confidence in the end result.
“I can’t state it enough, everyone should attend a cutting course! There is something for every stylist no matter how experienced you are. It was so inspiring learning and being reminded of different techniques and tools to create different looks that are salon friendly and commercial. I even did one of the cuts I learnt the next day on a regular client and was so impressed with the finished result.”
-Amber Bird, Peterborough
“I completed this cutting course with Ben and I found it super inspiring! I would normally shy away from using a razor when cutting hair in the salon but after the course I’ve already used elements of the haircuts – my clients are loving the Sabrina Carpenter fringe vibes and the razor makes it way easier to achieve! Ben was really knowledgeable and super encouraging, he also taught us ways to adapt the techniques to make them more transferrable!! I would recommend any hairdresser looking to try a new technique in cutting to do this course with Ben!!”
-Daisy Baxter, Cornwall
“I recently completed the Edu Cutting Trends course, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The course really helped me understand how to create different looks and styles using both a razor and scissors, which is a great combo to use for today’s trends. I love that the looks we learnt are client friendly and I can actually take these techniques straight back to my salon and apply them day-to-day, which makes it so much more valuable.
– Corey-Marie Smith, Cardiff
Ben, the trainer, is fantastic. He has zero ego, which made the whole learning process so relaxed and enjoyable. His teaching style is super clear and relatable—no question feels silly, and he always takes the time to answer them thoroughly. I’ve had razor cutting training before, but I’ve never felt as confident as I do now. After Ben’s course, I left feeling ready to implement everything I’d learned immediately, and I was genuinely proud of the work I created during the session. It’s given me a real boost in my confidence and skill level! Highly recommend it.”
-Jenny Hainsworth, Harrogate
“I would highly recommend the cutting course and Ben as a teacher. His approach is really warm, friendly yet professional. The structure is perfect for a new or stylist in training as it’s broken down into really easy bite size sections! He is so hands on and really helped explain things when I got a bit stuck (due to lack of experience and confidence!)
Katie Guise, Essex
I feel like I came away with a much greater understanding for cutting generally as well as for the specific cuts we were taught. The different use of tools, including razors, scissors and thinning scissors to create various effects and textures was so valuable.”
-Lucy Johnson, Plymouth
“It’s been a while since I’ve done a cutting course, and this did not disappoint. Ben was great at delivering all the info and I came away with some great tips for different sectioning methods, as well as reminding me that I have razor in my kit bag that should be used more! felt like I’ve come away knowing I can use these cutting techniques on clients.”
-Stacy James, Kettering
“This was my first cutting course I’ve attended in years. Cutting has never really been ‘my thing’ but after leaving I feel it has opened a whole new door for me. Not only are the cuts super versatile for everyday life in the salon they also let you get super creative. After leaving I feel super inspired to offer a whole new service to my clients. Ben was literally the best educator for this! The knowledge he has and the patience is incredible and I will definitely be booking on more.”
-Zoey Weston, Ilkeston
“Ben is an incredible teacher. He made all of the steps really easy to follow and explained everything really, really well so we could create some amazing haircuts. We did two haircuts of really modern, on trend styles and they’re all techniques that you can use in the salon, which is absolutely amazing!”
-Tom Rowley, Alvechurch
“Thank you so much for yesterday! absolutely loved the trend-cutting class! as a colour specialist a cutting course is normally something I avoid as it’s slightly out of my comfort zone! But you really broke down & simplified the new techniques and sectioning patterns which made the workshop so fun + relaxed! Definitely has encouraged me to push myself with my cutting & even think about booking another cutting course!”
-Emmie Rae, Surrey
“I was with the Eleven Australia Collective team and we had a step-by-step tutorial on cutting. This was based on the haircuts by Melvyn Royce Lane – who is incredible – and Ben Nott who helped us and talked us through all of the steps in person. We did a shag cut and then a commercial bob cut and I learned some amazing new techniques that I had never even tried before. I’m now up to scratch with all of these techniques and I can’t wait to bring them back to the salon!”
-Lizzie Lam, Beccles
Tell us about yourself in a few words?
Hi my name is Daisy Baxter, I have been hairdressing for 10 years!! I started my hair journey as an apprentice at Marzipan Hair salon in Cornwall and have been there ever since – they can’t get rid of me!
I’m so Grateful for being part of the collective and excited to see a different side of the industry. I’m looking forward to being pushed in a safe community and learn from other like-minded hairdressers.
Tell us what the collective got up to this month?
This month the ELEVEN Australia Collective Team were treated to a hair cutting workshop with the wonderful Ben Nott. With colour clearly being my favourite thing ever, cutting courses can sometimes feel a little out of my comfort zone but Ben was super knowledgeable and encouraging – providing the perfect environment to get stuck in and try new techniques.
We learnt two great haircuts, the first being a gender-fluid, shaggy, mullet style created mostly using just a razor. I would never normally pick up a razor but less than 24 hours later I was using one back in the salon! Ben perfectly explained step by step how to achieve a super cool 80s-style vibe, whilst inspiring each of us to put our own twist on the cut meaning all of our end results looked totally different! Despite all following the same steps, clever stuff.
The second haircut, a textured bob, was my favourite. Bringing an undone feel to a classic cut by using a razor to craft the most effortless-looking face-framing fringe. Very Sabrina Carpenter, which all of my clients are loving at the minute. The razored fringe moment enabled us to attain the perfect length and texture – in half the steps it would normally take me with scissors! Again, once we’d all finished our looks, lining up the doll’s heads – no two cuts looked the same! Ben talked about different ways of styling the hair to give a different result and I’ll definitely be stealing his tips and tricks for day-to-day salon life!!
did you want to become a hairdresser?
Honestly, I loved playing with hair! I feel super lucky that hairdressing doesn’t feel like work to me, I absolutely love having the opportunity to create looks that give people confidence and make them feel good about themselves. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of working with the most amazing clients, each on their own little journeys and being a little part of it is so cool.
What would you say is your speciality and why?
My speciality is definitely all things colour. There’s nothing I enjoy more than a seamless, natural-looking hair colour, I think it’s timeless. Whether that’s a beautifully blended blonde or a soft multi-tonal brunette and everything in between. Bespoke colouring that is easy to maintain at home and doesn’t necessarily require a 6-week colour top-up has become my forte! I have a strong passion for creating the perfect colour formulas to compliment skin tone and the overall vibe of what my client might ask me for! I also love colour correcting, sinking my teeth into a challenge and helping people get to their dream hair!!
If you could be a famous hairdresser, who would you be and why?
If I could be a famous hairdresser, I’d choose Tracey Cunningham. She’s a true icon in the industry, especially when it comes to colour. I admire how she’s been able to shape trends while keeping her clients’ hair looking so natural and effortlessly beautiful. Plus, her ability to transform the hair of A-list celebrities shows not just skill but a deep understanding of what works for each person’s unique look. I’d love to be known for creating such gorgeous, personalised colour that makes people feel confident and glowing!
If you could invent something for the hairdressing industry, what would it be?
If I could invent something for the hairdressing industry, it would be a gown that adapts to the seasons—cooling you down in the summer and keeping you warm in the winter, offering comfort no matter the temperature.
Thanks Daisy 🙂
The ELEVEN Australia Collective is back!
We are seeking 11 enthusiastic ELEVEN Australia fans to embark on an exciting 1-year journey.
For our 2025 team, we are looking for stylists who are passionate about social media and eager to challenge themselves with new experiences. If you are looking for a stepping stone to launch your career, the 2025 ELEVEN Australia Collective is for you.
Joining the ELEVEN Australia Collective will help you enhance your hairdressing skills, provide you with exclusive opportunities, and allow you to build a network of lifelong friends.
Here are a few of the opportunities for 2025
The team will be mentored by Jo Robertson, ELEVEN Australia’s UK Education Director. Jo has mentored and helped to launch many stylists careers previously, including Patrick Wilson Celebrity Stylist, Anton Alexander New York based Session Stylist and Ashley Cockrell celebrity stylist. In Jo’s previous teams she has worked with Aliona Fedotova, Harriet Stokes and Grace Dalglish, she has also worked with and supported Zoe Irwin, Adam Reed, Charlotte Mensah and Kenna for many years. You will be in safe hands!
- Work with ELEVEN Australia’s Co-Creative Directors Joey Scandizzo and Andrew O’Toole at the ‘From Sydney To Shoreditch’ and ‘Melbourne to Manchester’ events
- ELEVEN Australia Colour Mentor Day with ELEVEN Australia Brand Artist Paul Dennison
- Collective mentoring day with ELEVEN Australia’s Global Artistic Director Melvin Royce Lane
- ELEVEN Australia Trend Cutting with Ben Nott
- The chance for one of the Collective members to win a place at Copenhagen Fashion Week 2025
- Session Styling mentoring day with Nina Band
- Learn the Aussi Blonde Colour placement with Katie Groves – ELEVEN Australia European Educator
- Styling day with Zoe Rees
Does this sound like the perfect opportunity for you? If so, your next step is to complete the application form by scanning the QR code below
What happens next?
1. After you fill in the application form, we will send you some instructions for step 1. Competition closes 7th October
2. Finalists will be announced on Monday 14th October on @elevenaustraliapro_uk
3. Finalist selection day on Monday 11th November at Heist Studios – Warwick where the new ELEVEN Australia Collective will be announced
Good luck!
Following the successful Australian tour, we are thrilled to announce the launch of ELEVEN Australia Studio Sessions. These intimate, look-and-learn classes are focused on COLOUR knowledge, trends, and techniques. In these pared-back sessions, you’ll gain insights into formulation and reinvigorate your creative skills. With a limit of 25 attendees per session, you’ll have the opportunity to engage closely and ask questions.
Studio Sessions are new educational classes centred on COLOUR. Led by a team of ELEVEN Australia Educators and ambassadors, including Global Artistic Director Melvin Royce Lane, Brand Artist Paul Dennison, and European Educator Katie Groves, these sessions are ideal for those new to ELEVEN Australia COLOUR or those wishing to deepen their understanding of the brand. Attendees will learn how to create the signature Aussie Blonde and explore creative formulas to bring back to your salons.
£100 + VAT per person – maximum 2 tickets per salon
3 dates are now available to book – join us in Manchester, Warwick or Cleveland
We look forward to seeing you this Autumn
Katie Groves
Katie is an accomplished Colourist based in the heart of Bath in her beautiful studio and has been part of the ELEVEN Australia COLOUR family since its launch. As well as being an ELEVEN Australia Educator for the UK, Katie has been instrumental in leading the Master Certification and has also been showcasing her creative skills as part of the ELEVEN Australia European education team. Her extensive experience of over 15 years in both salon work and educational roles allows her to empower other stylists, fostering their growth and confidence. Katie’s unique ability to blend practical salon wisdom with in-depth brand insights enables her to provide unparalleled guidance and advice to stylists and salons at all levels.
Paul Dennison
With 27 industry years of experience, you could say Paul has learnt a thing or two about hair colour. Paul believes by sharing knowledge the hairdressing industry will grow and push forward, a belief he shared during four years as Project Leader for the British Fellowship Of Hairdressing Colour Project working with the industry’s brightest young and emerging talent. Paul has travelled extensively educating and has drawn from these experiences working in different cultures and environments to shape his colour knowledge. Paul is no stranger to the stage and has presented to huge audiences as well as providing bespoke, intimate sessions, combine that with decades of photoshoots, including working with ELEVEN Australia Co-Creative Director and award-winning photographer Andrew O’Toole.
Melvin Royce Lane
Melvin Royce Lane, with his extensive 20-years experience in the hair industry, stands at the forefront of ELEVEN Australia as Global Artistic Director. His profound connection to the fashion world infuses a contemporary and innovative approach to educational strategies within the brand. Melvin’s expertise is not confined to the theoretical aspects; his hands-on experience directing hair for high-profile fashion events, such as Australia’s Next Top Model and various esteemed fashion weeks, allows him to translate cultural trends into educational content seamlessly. His role is multifaceted, encompassing the development of ELEVEN Australia’s COLOUR line and the curation of cutting-edge cutting and styling education programs. Melvin’s influence is pivotal in shaping the brand’s educational direction, ensuring that ELEVEN Australia continues leading hair fashion trends.
Monday 9th September – FourFive Studio – Manchester 10am – 3pm ELEVEN Australia Brand Artists – Paul Dennison and Katie Groves
54 Oldfield Road
Manchester
M5 4LZ
Monday 30th September – Warwick (Midlands) 10am – 3pm ELEVEN Australia Brand Artists – Melvin Royce Lane and Paul Dennison
The Heist Studios~
5-7 High Street
Warwick
CV34 4AP
Tuesday 1st October – Cleveland 2pm – 6pm – ELEVEN Australia Brand Artists – Melvin Royce Lane and Paul Dennison
Thor Rooney
8a South Side
Hutton Rudby
YARM
Cleveland
TS15 0DD
2024 Pantone Colour of The Year – Peach Fuzz
Now in its 25th year, Pantone Color of the Year introduces a new tone each year that is a trend forecast. Pantone Executive Director said “It is a Cosy Peach hue softly nestled between pink and orange, Peach Fuzz brings belonging, inspires recalibration, and an opportunity for nurturing,”
In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a colour radiant with warmth and modern elegance. A shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace, and effortlessly bridges the youthful with the timeless.
– Leatrice Eiseman – Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute™
The trend for warmer tones is set to continue, our clients are getting braver and looking to experiment. We talked to our Wonderful Brands Education team and asked them for advice on how you could get inspiration from the Peach Fuzz Pantone Of The Year.
Katie Groves – ELEVEN Australia European Educator
The Pantone Colour of the Year is a fantastic tool to encourage creativity. It’s a great idea to take a look outside of our hair industry sometimes, to gather inspiration and to be aware of what will be all around us in 2024. Stylists can adapt this shade to suit their client’s needs quite easily. I encourage swatching to really understand how to tweak the shade. Adding a clear to your ELEVEN Australia Liquid Demi Permanent mix can help soften the shade’s intensity for those more subtle clients. Playing around with the depth can also have a huge impact.
Hayley Penny – Yellow Professional Educator
It’s all about placement. Adding dimensional lights or colour blocks. Or will you go for the impact of full head colour?
Peach fuzz works well as a temporary colour or going for a longer-lasting look. Discussing client commitment is key to deciding how you’ll add in this trend. Along with managing maintenance expectations. I think peach fuzz can complimentary to many skin tones. Place between orange and pink, try tipping to the more yellow, pink or orange side to suit your client’s complexion.
I’ll be adding copper tones to my level 10s and high lifts or offer diluted colour masks for those trying it out. Aftercare is essential. As well as protection from heat I’d advise a colour mask to keep the tones looking fresh. Yellow Professional Colour Refresh Mask in Shade .4 works beautifully for a peach shade when diluted with the colour care mask.
Ben Nott – ELEVEN Australia Brand Educator
I would pre-formulate a range of bespoke peach formulas on different bases and promote these unique-to-your-salon formulas to your clients. Most colourists already include toning within their blonding services, so there’s no need to add on any extra time to your packages either.
As with any pastel shade, the longevity is short. You could combat this by formulating slightly darker to start with and extend the life of the peach tone. Minimal heat styling, UV protection and colour-prolonging products are all paramount too in helping your client’s new peach tone last as long as possible. The maintenance necessary should be outlined at the earliest consultation too.
This is a great opportunity to boost retail sales too. Colour, heat and UV-protecting products will all extend the life of a new peach tone. Adding a peach-toned direct dye to a salon retail conditioner is a great revenue booster for the salon and a time saver for clients too.
Rachael Lomax – The Copper Queen – Yellow Professional Guest Artist
Peach Fuzz gives me inspiration and allows me to dive deep into the colours within the shade to create my own blend of copper tones and think outside the box.
Maintenance is key when working with coppers however correct product and oxydent choice will help when it comes to maintenance as working with coppers are complex you need to build the fundamentals. Home care maintenance is always a part of my client journey so products such as customised coloured shampoos and masks such as Yellow Professional Colour Care Masks are a game-changer, they will give longevity to your shades and give your clients the confidence to try something new and be able to make it last.
Who can wear this tone?
Katie Groves said “This beautiful shade is a winner for all complexions, due to its soft flattering hue. Your client may need to pop by for a top up to keep it looking fresh, which a fantastic chance to add a little treatment to their service. Remember, healthy hair will maintain their colour for longer!”
Rachael Lomax added
It’s key to assess your client’s skin tone and eye colour. However, this shade would work on most guests but would really suit pale pink skin tones on a lighter softer level or even richer tones, for more warmer skin tones you will have to adapt the shade by adding more violet or richer orange. This is why this tone is so versatile and could be adapted to match any skin tones.
Zoe Rees from Bliss Hair Therapy shares her 4 ways to add Peach in to your services
Bespoke toners for balayage clients
- Global gloss refresh for blondes who are looking for a fresh new on-trend look for 2024
- Adding Peach Fuzz colour in foils for a natural grow-out and a more muted colour
- Creating flashes of colour underneath the hair in bold sections
ELEVEN Australia Master Certification
2024 is going to be an exciting year for ELEVEN Australia COLOUR! We are introducing a new Master Certification, the certification will allow colourists to gain a deeper understanding of ELEVEN Australia COLOUR as well as up-skilling their colour knowledge with an ELEVEN Australia twist.
Wonderful Brands Education Director Jo Robertson and ELEVEN Australia Educator Katie Groves travelled to Copenhagen for 4 days in November to gain their Bronze and Silver Master Certification and to learn the program to bring back to the UK ready to teach in 2024. The program is split into Bronze, Silver and Gold and allows you as a stylist to think differently about colour, how to formulate as well as placements.
Our Educators were Lindsay Perez-Soloman, Global Education Director of ELEVEN Australia and Melvin Royce Lane, Head of Education ELEVEN Australia.
Jo Robertson said “We were very excited to for the training, it’s always good to spend time in the Copenhagen academy with the European team but this time it felt very special to be the first people to gain the Master Certification. It was 4 days of intense learning which I loved and can’t wait to share this with everyone in the UK. My favourite part was Hair Science Day, I love understanding colour and why it behaves the way it does.”
The Master Colourists Program is split into 3 sections, named after famous places in Australia.
Bondi Bronze – Bondi is an upbeat city with a vibrant culture and fast-paced
Bryon Silver – Bryon is where our last campaign Far North was shot, it has stunning beaches, lush rain forests with a chilled vibe
Uluru Gold – The famous red rock (Ayres Rock) and where our Alice Springs campaign was shot. It’s a sacred spiritual site and parts of it can be accessed if you are invited by the indigenous people
We asked Jo to share her trip to the ELEVEN Australia Acamdey with us
Day 1
After recapping our fundamentals and discussing lightening hair in depth we moved on to fun hands-on part where we spent time formulating and discussing tonal characters of the range to allow us to get perfect results, it was great to be able to listen and problem-solve with other colourists.
We squeezed another day session into day 1 and also worked on ELEVEN Australia Signature Colour, this taught us to think like a colourist and not a hairdresser! We covered the signature looks with Permanent, Liquid Demi-Permanent and Lighteners. Don’t worry we won’t be squeezing an extra day in when we teach, we will get to spend a day on each module.
Day 2
I personally took away so much from the class, I’ve always been a big believer that consultation is key but without spoiling the class details, this day made me rethink and access the client’s needs and colour suitability in a different way. I had some big light bulb moments!
For the hands-on part of the session, we took our learning from the morning and looked in detail of placement of colour.
Day 3
Love or hate them, colour corrections are a huge part of our jobs, especially as clients want to experiment with their hair and even throw in a box dye now and then just to test our knowledge and patience!
Katie and I were really looking forward to this class, it is something we get asked for a lot in the UK. The class was broken down into salon-friendly, realistic time options to correct a colour. Looking at the possibilities, too dark, too warm etc. We also looked at removal of colour and adding colour.
We then put all of our learning into practice by creating one seamless colour on a head that was a combination of 4 colours. We both loved this class, it really gets your brain working and we loved debating tones.
Day 4
Hair Science – After an early night we felt ready to tackle the hair science. Understanding the “Why” is so important to be able to tackle the “How”. We discussed hair, its composition and how new technology enhances our colour services before moving on to natural colour pigments and artificial colour.
All of our learning was combined with our final colour model and having gained the knowledge and tools over the Master Certification it allowed us to create the most stunning seamless blonde, which probably would have been a bit of a nightmare if we had not had the certification under our belts.
And we made it!
After 4 days of intense learning, we completed our Bondi Bronze and Byron Silver Master Certification. We will be back in June for part 2, Uluru Gold which combines all of our learning and focuses on creativity and an ELEVEN Australia shoot.
We can’t wait to share this with you and take you to Bondi, Bryon and Urulu with us!
