Everyone deserves some kind of loving attention to feel nurtured and listened to. There is a real lack of gentle compassion within the modern rat-race, and we could all do with slowing down. It is my mission to bring some love and nurturance to the modern world via the Hair and Beauty industry, and this is how I propose to do it.
The Story So Far....
I have been a hairdresser for almost 20 years. I love my job because I LOVE to help people to FEEL GOOD... as well as look good. Being an ambitious person I have climbed to great heights in the hair industry, working in high end Mayfair and Knightsbridge salons, as well as being an ambassador and educator for L'Oreal on many occasions. Having built a good relationship with this giant brand, I believe that my approach to hairdressing can inspire a more ethical and conscious direction, especially where there is already an increasing demand for more organic products and vegan ranges.
How Life Changed...
In 2012 I embarked on what can only be described as a spiritual awakening and healing journey. Regularly meditating and attending courses relating to the energy body has helped me to clear through my own past trauma bringing me into a well grounded place for my clients. I am now qualified as a Channeled Healer and have been studying Astrology and Ancient Celtic Tree Lore, giving me a deeper understanding of subtle energy. Becoming present in the moment has allowed my creativity and compassion to really blossom. It's from this calm centred space I am now able to provide guidance and healing for my clients, although, a safe and energectically clean space is essential for this kind of practice.
The Evolved Hairdresser...
It is well known that a trusted hairdresser is often like a counsellor and if I had a pound for every time someone left the salon chair saying "thanks for the counselling session!" I might not need to crowdfund! Approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year. In England, 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (such as anxiety and depression) in any given week, and thats just the ones talking about it.
Everyone deserves some kind of loving attention where they feel nurtured and listened to. My vision is to create a safe space within the stressful City of London for people to come and receive love. It would be a calm oasis where I would provide a multitude of cleansing and healing techniques as well as a damn good colour and haircut! The environment would be energetically clean with crystals, divination cards, bespoke herbal teas, and a menu of grounding footbaths. Aroma and sound will be used to create loving and calming vibrations within the space. Depending on what the individual needs during the appointment, I can also provide Tarot readings, astrological guidance and healing. I would like every guest to leave feeling inspired and rejuvenated, knowing they have pampered their body and their soul.
I consider myself to be a sort of modern day Soothsayer.
Making it Happen...
I am currently based in a newly established Chelsea Salon and I also work and teach for a few days in Petworth, Sussex. Earlier this year I posted my idea of a holistic haircut on Facebook and got a fantastic response, two women from Switzerland even flew to London for an appointment! The room within the Chelsea salon was too small to provide a comfortable service, so my project got put on hold.
The money I raise would help me to rent a room of adequate size within an already existing salon and kit it out with all I need, or even take on a small salon of my own depending on how many of you believe in my project! I feel really confident that this service will be greatly received in an age that is in desperate need of a BIG dose of LOVE.
The Future...
As a passionate teacher of my craft, I would eventually like to create a training program to bring about a new generation of compassionate hairdressers. Hairdressing in my opinion is a great profession, but can be disregarded sometimes as a good career choice. I was earning big money as a Mayfair colourist and the truth is, Hairdressing really is 'Recession Proof'. Once I have a space that is big enough, I would also like to offer free morning meditation drop-ins to get the London worker into a good headspace for the day and offer an affordable place to hire for groups/talks helping create community within a sometimes lonely city.
How can you help?...
You can simply donate to help build my dream, or choose from the extensive list or rewards I have on offer.
Or...
Another way to help would be to share my crowdfunding page with your friends, family and collegues to really get the word out there. All help would be most appreciated and may Good Karma be bestowed upon you!
Thank you for taking the time to read all about my ideas. I hope to hear from you soon! Blessed Be.