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Talking Hair Loss with Katie DearTrichologist Kate Holohan on hair loss and scalp self careMany people with hair loss might go to their GP or go on a long waiting list for Dermatology. Most of my clients have never heard of a Trichologist who are specialists in hair and scalp AND can diagnose. In this episode I talk to Trichologist Kate Holohan on all things Trichology so you can be more informed and know more about an alternative path. We touch on the different aspects of hair loss and the challenges people face.Kate also tells us about all the amazing treatments she provides in sal...
2025-09-1445 min
Hair TherapyBlood testing for hair healthSend us a textBlood testing for hair health Kate Knowler is a Nutritional therapist, phlebotomist & blood test interpreter in Fitzrovia, London.She helps to support clients with accessing & interpreting blood tests, and helps practitioners with all things blood related.After experiencing burnout herself, and finding that she was anaemic, she began to learn about nutrition.We discuss blood testing, how it can be used, how to interpret results, and different nutrient levels and absorption.Kate also shares how blood tests can be affected by d...
2025-06-3046 min
MindShift Power PodcastSecrets of the Scalp: Trichology - The Career Path You Never Thought Of (Episode 94)What happens when hair loss transforms from a cosmetic issue into a mental health concern? Kate Hollahan, owner of Hair Therapy UK and certified trichologist, reveals the hidden world of hair and scalp health that exists in the space between cosmetology and medicine.Kate shares powerful stories of patients whose lives have been dramatically affected by conditions often dismissed as trivial—from those who've hidden bald patches from spouses for years to clients who'd skip social events due to dandruff. Her work supporting cancer patients through their hair loss journey highlights the profound psychological impact these "cosmetic" is...
2025-06-1033 min
Health DeclassifiedUnravel the Secrets to Healthy Hair with Award-Winning Trichologist Kate Holohan | Episode 295Join us on The Yakking Show Harmony Channel as we sit down with the renowned trichologist, educator, speaker, and host of the Hair Therapy Podcast, Kate Holohan! Discover the keys to combating hair loss, understanding baldness, and achieving optimal hair care through expert insights and nutrition tips. Don't miss this informative episode that's a must-watch for anyone seeking luscious locks and a healthier scalp! #HairCare #Trichology #HairLoss #HealthyHair #TheYakkingShow #KateHolohan
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2024-02-0637 min
Harmony: Your Path To WholenessUnravel the Secrets to Healthy Hair with Award-Winning Trichologist Kate Holohan | Episode 295 – audioJoin us on The Yakking Show Harmony Channel as we sit down with the renowned trichologist, educator, speaker, and host of the Hair Therapy Podcast, Kate Holohan! 🌟 Discover the keys to combating hair loss, understanding baldness, and achieving optima...
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2024-02-0637 min
The Tymika (with a Y) PodcastWhy do we need to start a Chemical-Free Hair Revolution? with Kate Holohan and Hair TherapySEASON 2 IS HERE BABY!!!Today, I'm excited to welcome Kate Holohan, the esteemed host of the Hair Therapy Podcast from the U.K., to our show. Our focus? The burgeoning need for a chemical-free revolution in haircare. My personal experience in 2021, navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, catalyzed my purpose to create organic, plant-based, and clean haircare products. This journey underscored the glaring gap in the market for chemical-free, ethically sourced haircare solutions.In our discussion, Kate and I dissect the pivotal role consumers play in influencing the hair and beauty industry's trajectory...
2023-12-2849 minHair TherapyUsing JAK inhibitors to treat alopecia areataSend us a textUsing JAK inhibitors to treat alopecia areata Tommy Hall began experiencing hair loss in November 2021, and within four weeks, he has lost around 70% of hair over his entire body.He has no idea what had caused his hair loss, and found that there was no cover from the NHS to help him with treatment. He went to the dermatologist and was given a diagnosis of alopecia areata, which was a relief and a shock. Tommy began researching treatment options, and happened upon a...
2023-02-061h 06Hair TherapyBuilding resilience ~ Why professional development should be more than just physical skill buildingSend us a textBuilding resilience ~ Why professional development should be more than just physical skill building Hayley Jepson has a hairdressing background of over 30 years. She was a very busy colourist, often triple booked with clients!She then studied counselling, and now focuses on supporting hairdressers with their mental heath & wellbeing.'The Resilient Hairdresser' was borne out of wanting to help people avoid burnout and have a long, happy career.Hayley describes how you can work to set boundaries, grow in confidence and recognise where the biggest energy...
2023-01-3045 minHair TherapyDoes alopecia affect beard growth? ~ How to promote a healthy beardSend us a textDoes alopecia affect beard growth? ~ How to promote a healthy beard Tudor Tanase, known as The Hairloss Dude, began to take an interest in hair loss when he wanted to improve his beard growth at 18.He started to use minoxidil, but found that he experienced negative side effects. As he began to develop the signs of male pattern hair loss, he began to apply the solution to his scalp and the same issues arose, causing dandruff, dry skin and irritation. He then began to look in...
2023-01-2332 minHair TherapyYour vibe attracts your tribe ~ How to create the best outcome for 2023Send us a textYour vibe attracts your tribe ~ How to create the best outcome for 2023 Jennifer Louise is the Salon Marketing coach.She believes that the way you start your day is up to you- how do you talk to yourself? Are you grateful for what you have?We discuss how attitude affects your progress, and how we can get the best from our clients and business in 2023.Jennifer left school at 14, recognising that the education system didn't work for her. She began working in a...
2023-01-161h 02Hair TherapySeason Four BreakSend us a textSeason four is over!Time for a quick break!We will be back very soon with more great guests and real life stories. I hope you are enjoying the podcast so far! 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!
2022-12-2603 minHair TherapyWhat makes hair curly? How to effectively manage it.Send us a textWhat makes hair curly? How to effectively manage it.Caroline Yates is a clinical Trichologist.Having curly hair herself, we delve into the origins of this hair type, what makes hair curly and how best to manage it.Have you shied away from dealing with curly hair? Or are you a parent with no idea how to deal with your child's curls?We talk about her experiences with hairdressers, how to best cut & dry curls and the best products to choose and how to apply...
2022-12-1944 minHair TherapyShould all hair salons cater for Afro Textured hair?Send us a textShould all hair salons cater for Afro Textured hair?Karen Roberts lives in Bromley, UK. She is the owner of Mintwave Radio and the host of 'A coffee with Karen' podcast. She is mixed race, with Afro Textured hair. She was adopted by two white parents, and lived in Tunbridge Wells in Kent, where there was very little diversity, and they didn't really know how to handle her hair type.Support for adoptive families at that time was minimal, and none of the local salons...
2022-12-1239 min
The Women In Business Radio ShowNo More Bad Hair Days with Kate HolohanSian and Adelle are join by Kate Holohan, Hairdresser, Educator and Trichologist for a discussion around some of the more troublesome issues with hair. Hair thinning and loss can really knock confidence and we get the reality check on some of the solutions we often turn to. With tips and ideas for what to do when your bad hair days never seen to end, we also hear how Kate has grown her business from hairdresser to Trichologist.For more information, articles, subscribe to the show and join the community, visit our Substack at https://thewomeninbusinessradioshow.substack.com/
2022-12-1054 minThe Women In Business Radio ShowNo More Bad Hair Days with Kate HolohanSian and Adelle are join by Kate Holohan, Hairdresser, Educator and Trichologist for a discussion around some of the more troublesome issues with hair. Hair thinning and loss can really knock confidence and we get the reality check on some of the solutions we often turn to. With tips and ideas for what to do when your bad hair days never seen to end, we also hear how Kate has grown her business from hairdresser to Trichologist.For more information, articles, subscribe to the show and join the community, visit our Substack at https://thewomeninbusinessradioshow.substack.com/
2022-12-1054 minHair TherapyAlopecia Universalis at 17 ~ Why it's important to find connectionsSend us a textAlopecia Universalis at 17 ~ Why it's important to find connections Frank Cornine, 38, has been living with alopecia since he was 17 and in High School, when within 6 months he experienced a total loss of hair from his whole body!He describes his visit to the dermatologist to get help as quite cold and not very compassionate, saying his initial patches of hair loss may get better, or they may get worse.The uncertainty of whether his hair would all fall out or return was difficult to deal with....
2022-12-0548 minHair TherapyWhat is the cold cap and how is it used during Chemotherapy?Send us a textWhat is the cold cap and how is it used during Chemotherapy? Julia Smith was shocked when she was diagnosed with Paget's disease, a form of breast cancer, despite her having no lumps on her breasts.She had surgery to remove one of her nipples, which she thought would be the end of her treatment, but then found she had to have chemotherapy as her cancer was hormone receptive. After much deliberation, she decided to try the cold cap during chemotherapy to try to minimise h...
2022-11-2834 minHair TherapyIs your business sustainable? How you can recycle 95% of your salon waste!Send us a textIs your business sustainable? How you can recycle 95% of your salon waste! JC Aucamp has spent 25 years in the hairdressing industry.He was shocked to realise that the local council made no provisions to recycle any of the Salon's hairdressing waste.He began to measure how much waste the business was producing and decided to develop his own solution.JC is now the founder of the Salon Sustainability Club, enabling salons to recycle 95% of all the waste they create. They work to support everyone i...
2022-11-2136 minHair TherapyHow to handle those difficult conversations around wigs and hair loss ~ With My New Hair CharitySend us a text How to handle those difficult conversations around wigs and hair loss.Ann Fox and Joanne Atkinson both join me for this touching discussion around their incredible work with the My New Hair charity. Ann's Mum died of lung cancer when she was 18, and this spurred her on to work in nursing.Similarly Joanne has spent 35 years in cancer care and has a PHD in end of life care after a friend died of leukaemia. They were shocked to find that although they strive to g...
2022-11-1448 minHair TherapyMedically induced hair loss ~ How some small, achievable steps can make a big impact.Send us a textMedically induced hair loss ~ How some small, achievable steps can make a big impact. Lesley Hoad shares her real-life story on her hair loss following her cancer diagnosis and treatment.As a hairdresser and an educator, she felt more pressure when her hair began to fall out, as if she 'should' have all the answers. She describes not feeling like herself as she began to lose not only her hair but her teeth aswell. She describes the small, realistic changes that she has been able t...
2022-11-0735 minHair TherapyHow many everyday medications could have an effect your hairSend us a textHow many everyday medications could have an effect your hairAraz Nelson from combed education has been a hairstylist for over two decades, starting her career when she was just 15.She has carried out months of research on the effects of different medications on the hair, the side effects that can be experienced, and how this can produce unstable - sometimes terrifying - results when using chemical treatments such as hair colour!We discuss how minerals and medications are excreted from the body, including inhabiting the...
2022-10-3149 minHair TherapyZoe Lyons, Bald ambition ~ Living with alopecia in the public eye.Send us a textZoe Lyons, Bald ambition ~ Living with alopecia in the public eye. Zoe Lyons first experienced alopecia areata at age 10. She would find patches and it would come and go, flaring up at times over a period of 20 years. Two years ago, she went through a very stressful time, full of upheaval, plus the stress of the pandemic, and her hair loss grew worse. She describes this as a physical manifestation of a lot of mental turmoil.Zoe shares her story and talks honestly about being...
2022-10-2443 minHair TherapyHave you heard of hair fibres? ~ Non- invasive options for hair loss explained.Send us a textNon- invasive options for hair loss explained.Thinning hair can be an issue for many, affecting confidence and preventing people from enjoying their lives.Brian Dodge explains some of the more superficial, non- surgical options for those who want low commitment, non- medical alternatives.We discuss:Hair fibresDerma-rolleringPRPBrian began to lose his hair at just 21, the rate of hair loss escalated at 25, and now at 30, he has had two hair transplants and is having a third.Before this, he...
2022-10-1744 minHair TherapyUnderstanding Afro textured hair ~ what you should knowSend us a textUnderstanding Afro textured hair ~ what you should know Shirley McDonald has been a trichologist for over 30 years. She has a background in education, is a clinical Tutor and board member at the London Institute of Trichology, she is on the dermatology council, runs the Hair & Scalp Clinic and is an Internationally recognised trichologist.She shares her wealth of knowledge today around Afro-textured hair.We discuss:~ The history of Afro textured hair throughout the ages~Grooming practices~Social pressures and typical preconceptions~Common conditions and...
2022-10-101h 03Hair TherapyHair in Recovery ~ haircare after cancer treatmentSend us a textHair in Recovery ~ haircare after cancer treatmentLauren Gilmore started her career as a hairdresser, and after having a client diagnosed with cancer, she began to look into learning more about how to support and cater to clients facing medical hair loss.She realised that she needed to build on the knowledge and tools she had in order to work with people recovering from cancer and having treatment.She completed the raccoon hair in recovery course, and went on to the cancer haircare charity course, discovering the emotion...
2022-10-0334 minHair TherapyHow to create multiple streams of income and protect your futureSend us a textHow to create multiple streams of income and protect your future Angelica Prather is an income strategist and coach.'You are the CEO of your life'She gained a degree in cosmetology after college and has been a hairdresser for 20 years. She believes that everyone should ideally have three streams of income, and that you should not just be limited to being behind the chair.Angelica has some amazing ideas and strategies to make sure you are not leaving money on the...
2022-09-261h 04Hair TherapyRemoving the stigma around female hair loss ~ How Alopecia areata led to becoming a wellbeing & mindfulness advocate.Send us a textRemoving the stigma around female hair loss ~ How Alopecia areata led to becoming a wellbeing & mindfulness advocate.Chloe Sheehan lives with Alopecia. Her condition fluctuates and can improve or worsen at any time.After her diagnosis, she recognised that her job was causing her stress, and she had a complete career change.This led to her seeking out mindfulness techniques and looking at the ways she manages stress.She has gone from adamantly telling herself that she would never get married or have kids because...
2022-09-1955 minHair TherapyWhy business education is just as important as being a great hairdresserSend us a textWhy business education is just as important as being a great hairdresserAntony Whitaker has been hairdressing since 1978. He has trained with the best and owned three successful salons and had his own training schools.He now puts his wealth of knowledge and experience to good use as a salon business coach after finding that stylists on his hairdressing courses were just as keen to learn about their business as they were their craft.Many hairdressers are creative people, who don't have any formal business...
2022-09-1244 minHair TherapyWhat is electrolysis and how does it work?Send us a textWhat is electrolysis and how does it work?Deborah Jones comes from a council estate background, is dyslexic and left school with no real qualifications.As a single parent, after juggling several role at once, she wanted to become a positive role mode in her sons' lives, and set up her own electrolysis clinic and training academy. Due to her example, both her children have also started their own businesses. She explains exactly what electrolysis is, and how it works on the hair.We a...
2022-09-0545 minHair TherapyHow Hairdressers can better support clients with hair lossSend us a textHow Hairdressers can better support clients with hair lossLouise Howard-Long set up her own salon at 24, and thought that she was an understanding hairdresser, who could help support her clients through problems such as hair loss.That is, until she experienced hair loss herself!She describes her experience with two simultaneous alopecia conditions as one that affected her wellbeing, her sense of self and caused her to lose her sense of perspective.She took to Instagram and created videos documenting what was happening t...
2022-08-2943 minHair TherapyDealing with cancer and hair loss ~ My New Hair W/ Trevor SorbieSend us a textDealing with cancer and hair loss ~ My New Hair W/ Trevor SorbieTrevor Sorbie MBE joins me this week to talk about the My New Hair charity, working with clients who may be experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatments such as chemotherapy.He has worked with L'Oreal for the last 15 years, their longest running seminar, teaching over 1,000 hairdressers how to cut and fit wigs and how to care for cancer patients.We talk about his career that spans over four decades, after he found...
2022-08-2251 minHair TherapyAlopecia Universalis ~ What it's like to lose every hair on your bodySend us a textWhen Candace Christina turned 42 years old, after a mild case of COVID, she began to notice bald spots one month later. She also started to shed hair rapidly, and was finding it all over the house!She then began to lose more and more hair, and was then diagnosed with alopecia universalis. She says that losing her hair was very traumatic, and the beginning of a huge journey for her to be more intentional and to embrace joy.She created a documentary, sharing her hair loss journey. Being so open...
2022-08-1533 minHair TherapySeason 3 breakSend us a textThanks so much for listening, sharing and supporting the show!I have really enjoyed putting this together.Please Dm me with any comments, questions or suggestions! I would love to hear your feedback; if you would like a particular subject or condition covered, then I would love to make that happen!We have tons of great guests and real life stories lined up for season four, which we will be bringing to you very soon.Please remember to rate, review, subscribe or follow the podcast...
2022-07-1804 minHair TherapyHair transplants and scalp micropigmentation ~ how they can be used togetherSend us a textHair transplants and scalp micropigmentation ~ how they can be used together Caitlin James has a background as a beauty therapist. She expanded into medical beauty options and started to work alongside a hair transplant surgeon as a transplant assistant.She first became aware of Scalp micropigmentation at a conference in Alaska; it wasn't common in Australia at the time.And so SMP Australia was set up 7 years ago.Caitlin realised the potential for SMP to work hand- in- hand with tr...
2022-07-1129 minHair TherapyBuying a wig made simpleSend us a textBuying a wig made simple Jane Kelly has been hairdressing for 44 years. She began her training in a salon with a wig shop, and through this began to fit & style wigs for theatre and panto.Aderans, a global Japanese company, bought Trendco 20 years ago. They have over 800 trade accounts and provide education for these accounts and also the end user and wearer.Jane specialises in finding individual bespoke solutions for different types of hair loss and conditions.We discuss finding the best wig...
2022-07-0453 minHair TherapyLife after chemotherapy ~ When and how is it safe to colour my hair?Send us a textLife after chemotherapy ~ When and how is it safe to colour my hair? Raoul Perfitt shares his knowledge and expertise on what cancer treatment does to the hair, and the best advice for those wanting to return to colouring their hair after their treatment.We discuss how to proceed cautiously and safely when introducing anyone who has had cancer or illness back to colour. We also look at using professional techniques to create great results using safer options.Organic colour systems was borne following the need for...
2022-06-2748 minHair TherapySMP ~ When a career change leads you to enhance people's livesSend us a textSMP ~ When a career change leads you to enhance people's lives Will Quaye began doing scalp micropigmentation in 2019, and has completed a foundation course in Trichology.He loves how low maintenance and user friendly the treatment is, combined with seeing how his clients have increased in confidence and are happier.He describes some people who come to see him as desperately suffering, and how amazing it is that something that could be deemed as cosmetic can make such a difference. He offers a personal...
2022-06-2037 minHair TherapyDermatology ~ looking after your hair and scalpSend us a textDermatology ~ looking after your hair and scalp Dr Jen Haley began studying medicine with the aim of becoming a paediatrician, but when she started to learn about dermatology she became fascinated by it, and has been a dermatologist for 20 years! Dermatology in the US covers the hair aswell as the skin.We talk about how hair loss can often be very complicated and can have more than one cause or trigger.Delving into nutrition, and how it is essential to have the best building b...
2022-06-1346 minHair TherapyPilomatrixoma ~ why you should get that lump on your scalp checked!Send us a textPilomatrixoma ~ why you should get that lump on your scalp checked! Sarah Brooks shares her experience of being told she had skin cancer after developing a tumour on her scalp, which originated from a hair follicle.Sarah first noticed she had a problem with her scalp when it became so tender that the cold wind was causing her pain and discomfort!She didn't really know where to go for help, but her GP referred her to a dermatologist, who made her feel like she was t...
2022-06-0635 minHair TherapyWhy hairdressers make great TrichologistsSend us a textWhy hairdressers make great Trichologists Wil Fleeson has been a hairdresser for three decades, and is now on the board of directors for Rainbow rooms international.After attending a hair show, he became aware of Trichocare and felt that learning Trichology would give him the knowledge to meet his clients' problems. He found that as his clients aged alongside himself, their needs and concerns changed.He thinks that having a background in hairdressing is an advantage for trichologists and loves the balance between the emotional clinic sessions...
2022-05-3049 minHair TherapyWhen the battle with alopecia becomes too much ~ Dealing with suicideSend us a textWhen the battle with alopecia becomes too much ~ Dealing with suicide After a 12 year battle with alopecia, and a stressful job in the NHS as a doctor, Alissia couldnt take any more and decided to take her own life.This is the story of her step- brother, who, after losing his unborn child and step sister within one week, decided to do everything possible to prevent anyone else having to go through the same suffering.Rory Green Connect with Rory:Facebook...
2022-05-2359 minHair TherapyAn insight into a career as a Hair modelSend us a textAn insight into a career as a Hair modelKate Palmer is an international hair model, working with brands such as Wella and L'oreal, and modelling for some of the best hairdressers worldwide and creating images for the British Hairdressing Awards.Her first venture into modelling was to enter Miss UK!We look at the stresses and strains on your hair of being a hair model, what happens when you choose the wrong job, and the importance of only working with professional, reputable brands.
2022-05-1652 minHair TherapyHow hair loss can affect your body imageSend us a textHow hair loss can affect your body image This episode explores how body image can be affected by changes in your hair, and why it's important to seek help from a professional as early as possible.Sarah Grant is an image consultant and NLP practitioner. She has worked with cancer charity look good feel better, to help and support ladies going through treatment.She helps people find their best colours when shopping for clothes, and identifies their wardrobe personality, but she says its not always...
2022-05-0949 minHair TherapyTelogen Effluvium ~ Why you shouldn't blame yourself for hair loss.Send us a textTelogen Effluvium ~ Why you shouldn't blame yourself for hair loss. Bente Jakobsen has had a series of devastating events in the last five years, but despite her many ordeals, she says that losing her hair was one of the most devastating experiences of her life. In 2017 she was diagnosed with a very rare, aggressive breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. She lost her hair during chemo, but it grew back again.She then lost her mum due to medical negligence6 months later her dad committed s...
2022-05-0250 minHair TherapyScalp problems ~ How to recognise and treat themSend us a textScalp problems ~ How to recognise and treat them Scalp problems can have just as much of an impact on a person's life as hair loss, affecting their confidence and their social life.Kate Holden is a clinical trichologist who offers brand consultancy, working with companies to promote their products. She enjoys the scientific side of haircare and helps people find the best haircare routine to care for their hair and scalp.We discuss:PsoriasisDandruffSeborrheic dermatitisEczemaContact dermatitis
2022-04-2553 minHair TherapyThe best path to a career in wigs, hair & makeup for TV and filmSend us a textThe best path to a career in wigs, hair & makeup for TV and film Waqqas Sheikh is a hair & makeup artist & wigmaker for TV and Film. After 13 years teaching a Hair degree course at a University, he decided to provide his own education and created his own wig making courses online.He talks about how to get into a career in the film and TV industry, and the amazing experiences he has had on various sets including filming in Morocco for an Amazon series, and be...
2022-04-1848 minHair TherapyPTSD induced hair loss ~ The road to recoverySend us a textPTSD induced hair loss ~ The road to recoveryJulie Wilcox-Jones had just moved to South Africa when her house burnt down in a fire storm that wiped out over 700 homes over three days.Her and her family lost everything. She was in shock and afterwards she had panic attacks, and didn't want to go out and socialise.As her life slowly started to return to normal, she noticed that her hair began to come out in handfuls, her hairline was receding and her scalp was becoming...
2022-04-111h 04Hair TherapyLosing hair after cancer treatment ~ finding your 'new normal'.Send us a textLosing hair after cancer treatment ~ finding your 'new normal'.Ania Kasprzak shares her story of her ten month long fight with triple negative breast cancer- one of the most aggressive types!And yet despite this, and her previous heart attack, or maybe because of these, she believes in the power of positive energy and community.She says that following her cancer treatment, one of the most emotionally difficult moments for her was when her hair started to come out in handfuls.She describes her experience...
2022-04-0440 minHair TherapyHow confidently embracing your grey hair could propel you into a life of authenticity and success.Send us a textHow confidently embracing your grey hair could propel you into a life of authenticity and success. Roxanne Gould describes herself as a 'Grey Haired Activist'! Encouraging ladies to embrace their natural hair colour, celebrating diversity, authenticity and uniqueness. Roxanne's modelling career began at just three years old. She has lived in New York and Europe, modelling for Vogue and on the runways. She claims to have the second longest career in the fashion industry, in part due to her unique look by not colouring her...
2022-03-2841 minHair TherapyAlopecia Areata ~ How reducing stress is important in combating hair lossSend us a textAlopecia Areata ~ How reducing stress is important in combating hair loss 'Permission to do nothing'Denise Ferguson specialises in Property Law, mentoring salon businesses, negotiating salon leases and helping to deal with any conflicts or problems in salons.Denise used to work for the NHS, but realised, when she had to raise the rent on a Salon who fitted wigs for cancer patients, that she was working for the wrong side! She now enjoys working with and supporting salon owners, giving them more confidence and knowledge.
2022-03-2144 minHair TherapyEverything you ever need to know about medical hair loss managementSend us a textEverything you ever need to know about medical hair loss management Delving deep into all aspects of hairloss.I am joined this week by Dr Ben Benham, a specialist in dermatology and hair restoration.Along with his brother, they developed the website Happyhead, to give easy access for patients to Doctors and prescriptions online.Many women are seeking treatment for hair loss, and early treatment can give a better prognosis.Ben gives so much information, he really is a hugely knowledgeable g...
2022-03-1458 minHair TherapyCELEBRATING YOUR CURLS ~ How to embrace your natural hair and love yourself W/ Star MonroeSend us a textCELEBRATING YOUR CURLS This episode is all about a journey of self acceptance and embracing your natural self.Star Monroe, a High Performance Coach, talks about how she has worked on changing her beliefs and unconditioning which has led her to do some deep work on herself, which she describes as 'coming home to who I really am'She says for her, her 40s was all about shedding the Masks, including her old persona.She talks about how hating your body is draining, and...
2022-03-0733 minHair TherapyARE YOUR PRODUCTS HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH? ~ W/ Ryan MargolinSend us a textARE YOUR PRODUCTS HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH? Ryan Margolin, CEO of Professional Hair Labs talks about the potential health risks of cosmetic bonding products.After his mother was poisoned by constant exposure to the chemicals in the hair products that she worked with, Ryan worked hard to produce a safe alternative. At Professional Hair labs, they have worked hard to produce clean, healthy and environmentally friendly hair adhesive products using water based solutions.They work with salons and stylists wanting to provide sustainable products and...
2022-02-2837 minHair TherapySEASON TWO BREAKSend us a textSeason Two is overThanks so much for listening, sharing and supporting the show!Please Dm me with any comments, questions or suggestions! I would love to hear your feedback.We have tons of great guests and real life stories lined up for season three, which we will be bringing to you very soon!Connect with Hair therapy:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HairTherapyUKInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/hairtherapyuk/Twitter- https://twitter.com/HairTherapyUK
2022-02-1402 minHair TherapyDHT & ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA ~ W/ Adeeba AqeelSend us a textDHT & ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA Adeeba Aqeel loves helping people, she is a self care and personal development blogger, and also works as a liaison for a University, helping foreign & international students settle in.She enjoys helping people achieve their dreams and stresses that work isn't everything, encouraging people to set goals in all aspects of their lives.Adeeba started to notice her hair thinning when she was a teenager, which had a large effect on her confidence, and she struggled to find answers as to why th...
2022-02-0734 minHair TherapyCOMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS ~ Helping people with Hypnotherapy W/ Ali HollandsSend us a textCOMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS This episode has two different foci:Firstly, I talk to Ali Hollands on how therapies such as solution based hypnotherapy can help people deal with physical changes in their appearance, such as hair loss.Second, we also discuss her shaving her shaving her head on her wedding day!Ali loves neuroscience, and educating people on how their brain works, helping them to build resources to manage their emotions and deal with difficult circumstances. She has embraced online working...
2022-01-3148 minHair TherapyARE YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS CAUSING ALOPECIA? ~ Finding the best method W/ Patricia NowakowskiSend us a textARE YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS CAUSING ALOPECIA? Patricia Nowakowski is a salon owner who has experienced hair loss for herself, and after noticing shedding, she thought she had found the perfect solution to increase density by adding hair extensions. But the hair extensions ended up causing more hair loss due to traction alopecia by putting strain on her already fragile fine hair!She works with clients that have suffered from an array of problems including alopecia, cancer, fine, brittle hair and chemical damage from poorly executed chemical services.
2022-01-2449 minHair TherapyTRICHOTILLOMANIA ~ Acceptance of you W/ Arin HalickiSend us a textTRICHOTILLOMANIA Arin Halicki, a transformational life coach, describes her childhood as a 'chaotic' environment which she feels affected her nervous system and led her to be very sensitive.She has lived with trichotillomania since she started pulling out her eyelashes at just six years old!After her high pressure job in the corporate world led to her suffering from high functioning depression, she left that behind to build a career as an entrepreneur, and is now a Kundalini yoga practitioner. We talk about he...
2022-01-1756 minHair TherapyGOAL SETTING FOR 2022 ~ W/ Jessica CraneSend us a textGOAL SETTING FOR 2022 What better way to start the year but to set clear, measurable goals that you know you can achieve!Jessica Crane, Salon Coach joins me today for this informative episode on the process of goal setting effectively and the importance of everyone involved working towards the same mission. She is passionate about supporting women in business, helping people to evolve in their business to achieve and grow.We talk about setting well rounded goals in all areas of life, realising...
2022-01-1058 minHair TherapyCOMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS ~ Helping people with Hypnotherapy W/ Ali HollandsCOMING TO TERMS WITH HAIR LOSS This episode has two main foci:Firstly, Ali Hollands and I discuss solution based hypnotherapy, and how this can help people deal with physical changes in their appearance, such as hair loss.Secondly, we talk about her shaving her head at her wedding!Ali loves neuroscience and educating people on how their brain works, helping people to manage their emotions and build resources to get through difficult experiences.She also has a place in her heart for Macmillan cancer charity, and together...
2022-01-0347 minHair TherapyTHE NEW 'C' WORD ~ Covid and hair loss W/ Vera GedaliaSend us a textTHE NEW 'C' WORDVera Gedalia is from Washington, and shares her story of Covid 19 and the impact that has had on her health. After contracting Covid and suffering from a very high fever, she noticed a markable decline in her hair health and condition, along with weak nails and dry skin.She has also experienced significant hair shedding, known as Telogen Effluvium. Vera talks about how, as her work in PR, events and marketing puts her in the spotlight, she has found it...
2022-01-0337 minHair TherapyLOSING YOUR SPARKLE ~ Boosting Hair Health in Menopause W/ Alison BladhSend us a textLOSING YOUR SPARKLE Alison Bladh is a registered nutritional therapist who specialises in female health. We discuss how perimenopause, menopause and post menopause can affect your hair health, hair growth and contribute to hair loss. We explore how hormonal changes in the body can affect so many aspects such as hair, mood & sleep patterns. Alison gives advice on how to support gut health and improve your microbiome, and how to plan your diet to improve the effects of menopause. She has also c...
2021-12-2052 minHair TherapyHELLO GORGEOUS! ~ Cancer support W/ Kim BeckerSend us a textHELLO GORGEOUS! Kim Becker, a hairdresser of more than 30 years, started to feel like there was more she should be doing to help people.She made the amazing decision to start a non-profit mobile studio to visit cancer patients in their homes & pamper them at a low point in their life. She wanted to help women fighting cancer to keep a positive mindset and feel empowered.'Its the doctor's job to treat your cancer and my job to help you look good whilst doing it'
2021-12-1347 minHair TherapyTHE POWER OF HAIR ~ Cutting wigs W/ Robert MasciaveSend us a textTHE POWER OF HAIR Robert Masciave has a great history of competition and Avant Garde hairdressing work, inspired by historical figures such as Marie Antoinette, which has made him no stranger to cutting wigs. He also has a long history of working with clients experiencing alopecia.He shares his knowledge and expertise on what to look for in a wig, the differences in quality and material, and why you should look at a wig as an investment rather than an expense. 'You cannot put a value...
2021-12-0649 minHair TherapyJUST ANOTHER JOURNEY ~ Hair loss, breast cancer and pregnancy W/ Tracy GeeSend us a textJUST ANOTHER JOURNEY Tracy Gee is here to tell her real life story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at 32, on the same day she also found out she was pregnant!Tracy didn't really consider the hair loss aspect of chemo, until it all started falling out- she tried using a cold cap but found it unbearable.Hear Tracy's story and how she has dealt with her recovery, including going straight into a surgical menopause without warning.Connect with Tracy:Facebook- T...
2021-11-2938 minHair TherapyHAIR LOSS AND THE LAW OF ATTRACTION ~ W/ Jacqueline RhuleSend us a textHAIR LOSS AND THE LAW OF ATTRACTION Jacqueline Rhule began to experience alopecia areata in her 20s, triggered by stress.This forced her to re-evaluate her nutrition, and how she was looking after herself and her body. She looked into natural therapies, complimentary therapies and how she manages stress.She had previously placed great emphasis on her hair being part of her beauty, and has had to work on her self love.Accepting her hair loss has not always been easy, but it has been a...
2021-11-2250 minHair TherapyHERE COMES THE SCIENCE BIT ~ Cicatricial Alopecia W/ Jacky Van Driel-NgueneSend us a textHERE COMES THE SCIENCE BIT Scarring Alopecia- What is it and how is it caused?Jacky van Driel-Nguene shares her wealth of knowledge in this episode on Cicatricial (scarring) alopecia.Jacky, a natural educator even in childhood, has a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge wanting to help others grow and achieve more.Curiosity for her around the hair and scalp led to her studying trichology, and now she often presents webinars alongside other organisations such as trichology Scotland. She also...
2021-11-151h 07Hair TherapyANDROGENIC ALOPECIA ~ Wearing a topper W/ Lacie RodriguezSend us a textANDROGENIC ALOPECIA 'Shame dies when stories are told in safe places'Lacie Rodriguez, a small town girl, started to lose her hair at just 19, when depression and anxiety triggered her Female Pattern hair loss.Some time later, she discovered hair toppers, and this gave her some sense of control over her hair loss, and helped her to come to terms with it.She shares her knowledge on different added hair options for those with thinning hair, as she strives to remove the stigma...
2021-11-0855 minHair TherapySCALP MICROPIGMENTATION W/ Sara AlkazrajiSend us a textSCALP MICROPIGMENTATION She's back!!This week I am joined once again by the Education manager from the Institute of Trichology in London.Sara is the queen of scalp micropigmentation, and this week she shares her knowledge and expertise.So if you've ever wanted to know what it is, how it's done or if you might be a suitable candidate, you can find out here!Connect with Sara:Instagram- Sara Alkazraji - MIT (@ilkleymoortrichologyclinic) • Instagram photos and videosFa...
2021-11-0132 minHair TherapyFINDING ACCURATE INFORMATION AROUND HAIR LOSS~ W/ Sara AlkazrajiSend us a textFINDING ACCURATE INFORMATION AROUND HAIR LOSS This week I am joined by the Education manager from the Institute of Trichology in London. Sara shares the latest on hair loss education practices, and where and how to find accurate information, such as where and how to refer clients who are experiencing hair and scalp issues.We look at support from other professionals such as GP's, and how difficult it is to find the facts on hair loss solutions, when there is so much conflicting information in...
2021-10-2528 minHair TherapyHAIR LOSS EDUCATION W/ Krysia WestSend us a textHAIR LOSS EDUCATION Krysia West established the Postiche Academy in 2020, after experiencing hair loss herself, she is passionate about hair and hair loss, and wanted to provide hair loss training for other stylists and hair professionals.She recognised that there was little training for hairdressers and barbers on how to consult with clients on hair loss, and, after studying trichology, she wanted others to become an asset to their workplace by developing knowledge in this area.As more and more clients are coming into the...
2021-10-1850 minHair TherapyWHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM? ~ Ethically sourcing hair W/ Melanie KirkSend us a textWHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM? Melanie Kirk from Arkitect Hair extension academy shares her incredible knowledge on hair extensions and where the hair comes from.Melanie is in her own words totally obsessed with all things hair and hair extensions! Having experienced hair loss herself, and working in the hair extensions business, she is passionate about ensuring that the hair she uses has been donated freely, going so far as to even visiting the source directly to ensure that there was a fair gain for...
2021-10-1156 minHair TherapyHOLISTIC APPROACH TO HAIR LOSS W/ Heather GreeneSend us a textHOLISTIC APPROACH TO HAIR LOSSHeather Greene talks about taking a more holistic approach to hairdressing, after finding that using hair products all day caused sensitivity to her skin and hands, and she started to explore making a switch to more natural brands.What's in a product?We discuss 'clean' haircare products and how you can limit exposure to certain toxins, your 'toxic burden' by choosing better quality products for you and your clients, and being conscious of chemical services.We also talk about...
2021-10-041h 04Hair TherapyLIONS BARBER COLLECTIVE~ Familiar Stranger W/ Tom ChapmanSend us a textLIONS BARBER COLLECTIVE In 2014, Tom Chapman lost a friend to suicide. In 2015, He founded the Lions Barber Collective.The charity was set up in a bid to help the prevention of suicide.His aim was to create a safe space to provide a vital source of mental health support facilitated by barbers across the country. Barbers are trained to recognise signs and symptoms of mental health, and know what to do if someone opens up to them. We talk about the im...
2021-09-2754 minHair TherapyFAKE IT 'TIL YOU MAKE IT~ It's not just hair W/ Beth FinlaySend us a textFAKE IT 'TIL YOU MAKE ITBeth Finlay shares her story; after contracting glandular fever, she started to experience alopecia areata and has lived with fluctuating hair loss ever since.She talks about looking in the mirror feeling ugly, not liking what she saw and describes this as one of the hardest things to overcome.But with gradual acceptance came resilience, and as she started to take back control, she began to help others by talking about her experience.She now runs a social media...
2021-09-2041 minHair TherapyACCEPTANCE~ The psychological impact of hair loss W/ Catherine TealSend us a textACCEPTANCECatherine specialises in counselling for hair loss, and we look at the psychological impact alopecia can have.Living with alopecia herself, she can offer a unique insight into the grieving process for hair loss, and how to recognise unhelpful patterns, along with dealing with unpredictable or unstable hair loss patterns.We discuss the stresses of returning to a normal life after lockdown and how you may underestimate your own ability to handle stressful situations. She also shares the unsolicited advice she's been g...
2021-09-1357 minHair TherapyPOSITIVE MINDSET~ Yoga Therapy W/ Sheridan RuthSend us a textPOSITIVE MINDSET Welcome to Season Two!What a great guest to start off with!Sheridan Ruth talks about using yoga for therapy and mental health support We explore the importance of a daily routine of self care to support Body- Mind- SoulWe delve into the psychology of body image relating to hair loss; why do people deal with hair loss the way they do?What makes it easier for some people to accept hair loss than others?Sheridan...
2021-09-0647 minHair TherapySEASON 1 DONE!Send us a textSEASON 1 DONE!Thanks so much to everyone who has listened to the podcast so far, I really appreciate it!I have had a great time putting together season one for you, and am now taking a short season break, before we are back for season two with another load of amazing content, the best guests ever and lots of different topics, including some inspirational real life stories.Please, if you haven't done so already, leave a review, rating, and follow or subscribe to ensure you g...
2021-08-0202 minHair TherapyBECOMING MORE INCLUSIVE~ Hairloss and Transgender Clients W/ Lynne WebsterSend us a textBECOMING MORE INCLUSIVE Lynne is an amazing guest this week!We talk about how to make salons and services more inclusive to clients with different needs & expectations, including those with hair loss, special needs and the transgender community. Lynne sheds some light on the 'My new hair' courses, where you can learn how to cut wigs and become an approved salon. We also discuss supporting cancer patients and what to expect if someone is having chemotherapy, helping to understand their journey.Personal...
2021-07-2646 minHair TherapyHAIR REPLACEMENT SYSTEMS~ Are they for me? W/ Sarah SullivanSend us a textHAIR REPLACEMENT SYSTEMS In this episode Sarah talks about types of hair loss, and the solutions and options available. She outlines the different hair pieces, how they work and who they would be suitable for.We also discuss opening a business during the pandemic, and how she is striving to get medical status for her hair replacement services, so that they can be recognised as a medical need, rather than a cosmetic service. She shares the difficulties those with hair loss have had to face...
2021-07-1938 minHair TherapyUNEXPLAINED ALOPECIA AREATA~ W/ Jo BlackSend us a textUNEXPLAINED ALOPECIA AREATA In this episode, we talk to Jo, who has been living with alopecia areata for over seven years.She takes us through her experience, and discusses how she has suffered from hair loss despite living an active lifestyle and having a balanced diet.We explore the challenges of balancing being a busy mum and a teacher, and always wanting what you don't have!Connect with Hair therapy:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HairTherapyUKInstagram...
2021-07-1220 minHair TherapyWORKING TOGETHER ~ Professional collaborations W/ Jane MayheadSend us a textWORKING TOGETHER Jane Mayhead of the Maylan clinic has been practicing trichology for over 20 years.This week we look at why it may be beneficial for trichologists to work closely with salons and medical professionals to ensure support is provided for early signs of hair loss.Are you a hairdresser? what is your approach if you notice a client has bald patches or their hair is thinning? We discuss the importance of the correct approach, and how continual professional development and ongoing education are e...
2021-07-0541 minHair TherapyHAIR LOSS & HORMONES W/ Cara B DrescherSend us a textHAIR LOSS & HORMONES This week we are talking all things hormones, with my fabulous guest Cara from The Hormonal Mama.We look at how hair can be affected during infertility, pregnancy, post partum, PCOS and Thyroid issues, including thinning hair, slow growth and excess hair!Cara opens up about her own experiences and we discuss how hormones can be the driving force behind so many issues.Community is also important, and this week offers advice on where and how we can seek appropriate...
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Hair TherapySURVIVING CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENT~ 'All about me' W/ Cianna age tenSend us a textSURVIVING CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENT Cianna, who is now ten, was diagnosed with leukaemia before the age of three. She joins us with her Mum, Laura, and they talk about experiencing childhood with no hair, dealing with treatment and the difficulties they have had to face.Cianna has an amazing attitude and we look at how her journey has changed her and made her a more empathetic person.She has also won an award for the amount of charity work she has done 💕C...
2021-06-2135 minHair TherapyDO ALOPECIA YOUR WAY~ You are not alone W/ Deeann GrahamSend us a textDO ALOPECIA YOUR WAY148 million people in the world, around 2% of the population experience hair loss. Deeann Graham, the host of the Alopecia Life Podcast, is one of them. She talks about her life with alopecia, losing friends and gaining new ones, and how you can find the right support and help for you- you don't have to go through it alone.We also discuss how to best support someone with alopecia, especially children, and how cultivation connections with others in a similar situation...
2021-06-1453 minHair TherapyWhat could a Trichologist do for you? ~ Why you need a hair & scalp checkupSend us a textWhat could a Trichologist do for you? ~ Why you need a hair & scalp checkup This week Hair & Scalp expert Benedetto Cusumano from Trichocentre explains what a Trichologist does.We chat about how to find the right professional for you and when you should visit a Trichologist.Ben also discusses the concept of regular hair & scalp check-ups, the same way you would have regular visits to the optician or dentist. Connect with Ben: Tricocentre- www.trichocentre.comFacebook- https://m.fac...
2021-06-0736 minHair TherapyRecognising contributing factors for hair loss ~ Finding the positives when bereavement & stress trigger AlopeciaSend us a textRecognising contributing factors for hair loss ~ Finding the positives when bereavement & stress trigger Alopecia After suffering a couple of majorly traumatic losses, Frederick shares how this triggered episodes of hairloss, and how he has come to recognise this as a sign to reduce the stress in his life and develop a greater level of self awareness. Despite everything he has been through, we talk about how to overcome stress, and using the hair loss signs to his advantage,Frederick's philosophy is to look for the silver l...
2021-05-3048 minHair TherapyHow to overcome feeling judged and rebuild your confidence when experiencing perimenopausal hair lossSend us a textHow to overcome feeling judged and rebuild your confidence when experiencing perimenopausal hair loss I am very honoured to have Helen as a guest this week, who has had the courage to chat about her hair loss. Helen has never spoken to anyone about this before; not even her husband or family!As a professional who's job involves public speaking, hair loss has really made a dent in Helen's confidence. She shares her story of how she has had to overcome her fear of feeling judged and appearing...
2021-05-2439 minHair TherapyFrom the inside out ~ Essential nutrition advice for optimum hair growthSend us a textFrom the inside out ~ Essential nutrition advice for optimum hair growth Nutritionist Julie Clark talks about how health and nutrition can affect and improve all aspects of your life. After leaving a busy, stressful career where she was a self-confessed 'overachiever', Julie decided to focus on her health and wellbeing and now helps people in many different areas including fertility, busy mums, families and baby led weaning.We talk about how healthy hair starts from the inside out and Julie reveals which are the foods and...
2021-05-1752 minHair TherapyWhen Alopecia Areata turns to Alopecia Totalis ~ How to accept rapid hair lossSend us a textWhen Alopecia Areata turns to Alopecia Totalis ~ How to accept rapid hair loss Real life story:Following a stressful time, self-confessed perfectionist Martin noticed one day that he was shedding hair. He then noticed one patch, then another. Within two weeks, he had rapidly lost the majority of his hair. This is his story about how alopecia has left him leaving lockdown looking like a different person!A real and honest look into coming to terms with hair loss and how he has learned to come t...
2021-05-1029 minHair TherapyOvercoming Alopecia Areata ~ How re-evaluating your work/ life balance can have a positive impact on your healthSend us a textOvercoming Alopecia Areata ~ How re-evaluating your work/ life balance can have a positive impact on your health Faced with hair loss, and having a very busy, stressful lifestyle, Karoliina Saunders, a salon owner, educator and international session stylist, made the very bold decision to shave her head, despite believing that hair is a key part of a person's identity.Along with re- evaluating her work- life balance, she has completely changed the way her salon operates to ensure the mental health and wellbeing of herself and her staff...
2021-05-0359 minHair TherapyBeating cancer and becoming an award winning entrepreneur ~ W/ Cody GSend us a textBeating cancer and becoming an award winning entrepreneur ~ W/ Cody G 'Don't let a chapter of your life re-write your whole book'Cody G is a cancer survivor, and inventor of the C-Lash, a strip lash that can be worn comfortably even if you have no natural lashes. After having treatment and wanting to wear lashes, she realised that most lashes are designed to attach to the natural eyelash- which she didn't have. So she create her own solution!We talk about her cancer diagnosis...
2021-04-2641 minHair TherapyGreat hair starts with self care ~ How to find the best products for optimum hair & scalp health W/ CentredSend us a textGreat hair starts with self care ~ How to find the best products for optimum hair & scalp health W/ Centred Centred founder Laura Tudor transitioned from a stressful ten year career in the fashion industry into creating her own brand of products after suffering with alopecia.Along with her husband, award winning hair stylist, Kieran Tudor, they decided to produce their own product range to promote hair and scalp health after they were unable to find ethical, sustainable natural vegan products.We chat about her hair loss j...
2021-04-1942 minHair TherapyWhy your salon needs a hair loss specialist ~ W/ Mark Blake TrichologistSend us a textWhy your salon needs a hair loss specialist ~ W/ Mark Blake Trichologist Fun fact: According to renowned Trichologist Mark Blake, the average person produces 36 metres of hair every day!With 50% of the country suffering from some form of hair loss, I chat to Mark about how the affects of COVID and the pandemic may see this rise.We discuss how can trichology be made more accessible, and how, with hair loss being such a prevalent concern, how every salon should consider having a hair loss specialist a...
2021-04-121h 00Hair TherapyAdding value to your business by improving the salon experience ~ W/ Haringtons LondonSend us a textAdding value to your business by improving the salon experience ~ W/ Haringtons London Salon owner and trainee Trichologist Danny Coles tells us all about the struggles of owning a business in lockdown and how we can add value to clients' visits when they return, including looking after their wellness and adopting a more holistic approach.Also we touch on mental health & self care strategies for business owners and staff.Danny gives his experience of studying trichology with the Institute of Trichology and how working with a Trichologist could...
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