The Rising Trend Of Hybrid Salons

Be it practical and efficient, or quirky and entertaining, we are seeing more hybrid salons in Singapore these days—hair and nails, hair and coffee, hair and cocktails and even hair and art! Wondering what it takes to manage a hybrid? We gained some insights from founders of local and foreign hybrid salons.

How to Brush Your Hair?

Is there a right or wrong way to do it?

The Don'ts of Social Media

Now that we know how to use social media platforms wisely to promote business, here are some things that you should not do when using social media for your business.

How to Encourage Your Team To Take Ownership?

In business where everyone from the boss down takes ownership of their work can be one of the most fulfilling things you’ll ever do.

Terracotta Warriors Boris Wong

The Sept Hair Show organised by A-Vinz Pte Ltd saw various creative and inspiring presentations by different artists. Despite the busy preparation for the big show, H4ufme managed to catch up with Boris Wong Simon Kim before the show, and both shared with us more about their respective shows- Terracotta Warriors and Modernism.

Modernism Simon Kim

Modernism Simon Kim.

A Luxurious Hair Experience In Bangkok: Zahara Hair Salon

WHAT: Zahara Hair SalonWHERE: 171 Sukumvit 13, Klong Toey Nua, Khet Wattana, Bangkok, ThailandHOW: Call +66 61 845 2133 for enquiries

Organising The Perfect Event For Your Brand

We can all agree that the people in the hair industry know how to throw a party and how to have fun. To cut costs, most companies set up the event themselves, while others with more budgets sought the help of experts. Planning a successful event is no easy feat, Marine Lim, CEO of Absolute PR Pte Ltd share with H4UFME the work that goes into planning a successful event.

The Gateway To A Hairdresser's Success

Education has been a fast-growing topic in the hairdressing industry in recent years as many hairdressers are becoming more aware of how it can contribute to their career progression.

Beauty Garage

In 2003, Beauty Garage Online Shop was launched, designed specially for beauty professionals in Japan. Currently, their total membership exceeds 370,000 accounts and their business has expanded to include a wide range of support for start ups and management. Many beauty salons throughout Japan purchase their products from Beauty Garage.

Aspiring Artist, Inspirational Hairstylist

Everyone will find their calling at some point in their lives. Robert Lobetta was no different. He saw himself as an artist. Yet his journey took him for a ride, and he found his true calling. He found the inspiration to be a hairdresser and now, he is inspiring other hairdressers. H4ufme brings you an exclusive interview with the legend himself:

The New Informa Group

Informa bought UBM over at £3.8 billion, according to the Financial Times, as first announced on January 18. UBM has a very strong presence in Asia and Informa had been seeking to expand. The official combination of Informa and UBM (also referred to as the new Informa Group) took place on June 17, creating the world’s largest B2B beauty exhibition and trade show organiser.

The Don'ts Of Social Media

Now that we know how to use social media platforms wisely to promote business, here are some things that you should not do when using social media for your business.

Product Solutions For Every Hair Type

Dermatologists recommend you to analyse your hair’s texture and condition

Trichology Today

In Business Insider this issue, h4ufme chats with Carienne Hew, Director of Oreton and certified Trichologist from the world-renowned International Association of Trichologist (IAT). Her 19 years of experience and knowledge in hair and scalp care has led her to be part of the Board of Directors in IAT, 2019. For many years, her expertise had lied only within hair and scalp centres. However, about five years ago, Carienne started venturing into hair salons, and she now shares with us the importance of trichology for salon businesses today.

Passion For The Business

To owner of 99 Percent Hair Studio, Jaron Lu, hairdressing is not just a job, but an art that he is passionate about. He struggled to find a platform where he could express his creativity and make money as well. He realised that even though there were many ardent individuals like himself, the problem was that “many of them could not find a balance between sales an art”. That was when Jaron decided to create his own platform. Hence, the birth of 99 Percent Hair Studio.

10 Best Strategies For Salon Marketing

With so many salons using the same products and providing the same services, how will your salon stand out?

Toni & Guy Legacy Collection

Recreated by the Singapore Team, H4ufme presents to you the TONI&GUY LEGACY Collection. The LEGACY Collection was created by the International Artistic Team in London. Selected stylists from the TONI&GUY Singapore Team was sent to London, beginning their mission to learn and gain inspiration from the collection before recreating the collection with their own perceived inspiration.

Going Blonde

WHAT: Blonde BoudoirWHERE: 20 Havelock Road #01-16/17 Central Square Singapore 059765HOW: Call 9231 4434 for an appointment

Managing Number 76

Daisuke Hamaguchi is the founder of Number76, a Japanese salon that has expanded to Singapore and Malaysia. Aside from their salon in Tokyo and Orchard Gateway in Singapore, they also have salons in Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur, making a total of seven salons. How does one boss manage seven salons in different countries? H4ufme speaks with Hamaguchi-san about his style of management.