Owner and Director of Dean Jones Hairdressing in Edingburgh, master hairstylist Dean Jones is a content soul. With an exhaustive experience of over 28 years, Dean is applauded for his skills across the world. He has plans to expand his footprints, but for now, is happy mentoring his great team and watching them grow
In college I tried different subjects and over time I ended up liking electrical engineering. However, I had to cut that short as, soon I realised that I wanted a career which had creative freedom. I loved fashion and art, and hairdressing allowed me to combine both the passions. My first job was in a small local salon in Fife, Scotland. It was great, but I always knew I wanted to experience much more than the hair industry had to offer at that time.
Education plays a role
I have been lucky to be involved in many different courses that vary from colouring, cutting to hair-ups. This year, I am taking up a new course, which is the Master Colour Program from Wella. I am excited about it and looking forward to broadening my colour knowledge and upgrading the techniques.
Mentor blessings
The hairdressers I have both worked with and worked for during the course of my career have definitely shaped my journey. I have learned so much from them! My first employer was Dom Miguel from Miguel Experience; Alison Stewart from Alison Stewart Hairdressing motivated me 100 percent. Her insight into fashion trends and hairdressing were really sharp.
Challenges along the way
I feel the biggest challenge of all was deciding that I wanted a career in hairdressing! As soon as I realised that it was the industry I wanted to be a part of, everything fell into place. Back then, it felt more like an adventure than a challenge. Another challenge was when I took on my first managerial role – I had to learn another aspect of the job.
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