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Your Hair Story ~ Building confidence & providing solutions

Jacqueline Leponis is the founder of Hair Story, a hair loss clinic in the Cheshire countryside. She is 46 & has 3 girls.

A consultant trichologist with a hairdressing background, she has an NVQ in customer service, and she opened her first salon at just 24.

Having seen so many clients over the years who suffered with issues or anxiety over their hair, she realised she didn't have the knowledge to help them. She considered studying trichology, but thought it was too late in life to retrain!

After meeting a trichologist on a meche integration systems course, it spurred her on to study with the Institute of Trichologists in London.

Her salon & clinic allows anxious clients to have a safe space where everyone understands what they are experiencing.

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Wig wearer for life ~ How masking hair loss could change your whole outlook on life

Season 11 · Episode 3

lundi 8 décembre 2025 • Duration 45:45

Wig wearer for life ~ How masking hair loss could change your whole outlook on life

Sam is 40 years old, and she lives in Corby. She owns two childrens' day nurseries in Northampton.

Sam has AuDHD, PCOS, AGA & TE! She shares her story of navigating hair loss, along with her diagnoses and being neurodiverse.

We chat about navigating dating with hair loss, and how she used to spend hours styling her hair to try to disguise her alopecia, and the anxiety it would bring her.

Sam describes her life at the time as a prison of shame, and says that wearing wigs has changed her whole outlook on life.

We also discuss her failed hair transplant, which although didn't work, was the catalyst to her journey of change & healing. Sam bravely shares her vulnerability in the hope that it will help others.

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Why Trichology needs to be integrated into hair systems training

Season 10 · Episode 16

lundi 8 septembre 2025 • Duration 40:44

Why Trichology needs to be integrated into hair systems training

Jess has been in the hair industry for many years, along with her business partner, Hayley, who has educated all around the world with Raccoon, and they both have experience with hair extensions.

Whilst trying to meet their clients' needs, they soon recognised that those with hair loss wanted to have hair extensions, but they just weren't suitable. They began to research alternative solutions, and learned different hair systems methods.

Jess joins me today to introduce a new type of system, called signature scalp. This is a silicone based scalp replica system, secured with medical grade adhesive.

They wanted to be able to offer a solution that could incorporate their creative flair, and be able to add a hairdresser's perspective to their hair systems. These systems can be made to suit any colour or style.

We talk about the longevity and versatility of having a hair system, what they can offer, and why it's important to have the education to ensure that each client is a suitable candidate for this service.

Signature scalp offers education, and already have a US ambassador, along with 80 representatives from around the world.

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Why we need to start a chemical free revolution when it comes to Haircare

Season 6 · Episode 14

lundi 2 octobre 2023 • Duration 49:47

Why we need to start a chemical free revolution when it comes to Haircare

Tymika Chambliss-Williams created her own organic, plant- based product range after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
She began to look for chemical free products sourced from ethical, sustainable suppliers, as she began her journey to live a cleaner living lifestyle, and found no real options.

We talk about why, as a consumer, it is our responsibility to try to create change in the hair & beauty product industry, and how Iyanu organics wants to start a chemical free revolution!

The whole ethos behind the brand is to foster a sense of empowerment & wellbeing for their customers.

Tymika shares how she strives to be a positive influence and role model for her daughters, and teaches them to question and challenge societal norms and standards.

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Living with psoriasis ~ how to become HEROES

Season 6 · Episode 13

lundi 25 septembre 2023 • Duration 28:08

Living with psoriasis ~ how to become HEROES

Brittane Thames, Atlanta based barber & social media manager, has been living with psoriasis since she was 13. She states that 7.5 million Americans live with the disease.

She speaks about how she navigated this as a teenager, and that it was her hairstylist that recognised that she had a condition and referred her for help. The knowledge and expertise shown by her hairstylist, along with her sensitivity and compassion, has led to her being a loyal customer for the past 22 years!

The Global Healthy Living Foundation has created a free online platform designed to equip stylists to better support their clients with skin & scalp conditions. Brittane is now a HEROES participant and ambassador.

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When should you consult a dermatologist for help?

Season 6 · Episode 12

lundi 18 septembre 2023 • Duration 40:42

When should you consult a dermatologist for help?

Dr Elle de Moll is a Connecticut- based dermatologist who is in support of the Global Healthy Living Foundation's non-profit campaign, the Health, Education + Reliable Outreach + Empathetic Support, which has been created by, with and for stylists, salons & barber shops to equip stylists to support their clients with skin & scalp conditions.

Dr Elle discusses why it is a benefit to everyone for stylists and therapists to be able to help to address any skin & scalp concerns their clients may be facing.

We talk about new & emerging treatment options, how medicines are getting more targeted & precise, and how she has studied new treatments for melanomas, using the immune system to help fight cancer.

We discuss how to recognise skin cancer and the signs to look for, inequalities and why people of colour are less likely to visit a dermatologist for help. They also may experience undertreatment of chronic conditions. Dr Elle also challenges the misconception that only fair-skinned people can get skin cancer, and how someone may have a genetic pre-disposition.

She urges anyone who is concerned to seek help, and doesn't like to see anyone being preyed upon by unethical marketing companies.

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Alopecia Love ~ spreading awareness through Instagram

Season 6 · Episode 11

lundi 11 septembre 2023 • Duration 34:34

Alopecia Love ~ spreading awareness through Instagram

Jess Mullen is 27, and has Alopecia Universalis.

She experienced rapid hair loss in 2012, when she was just 16 years old! Which led to the total loss of all body hair. She describes her alopecia as the worst thing that has ever happened to her.

Jess shares how she had to do a lot of work to find a way to deal with it and learn to build her self esteem.
She has found comfort by building a community with others with alopecia and uses her Instagram page to educate and inspire others.

Her bravery to share pictures of herself with no hair, and sharing her makeup routine with tips and techniques provides valuable help to others, who often reach out to thank her for being such an inspirational role model.

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What its like to be the only AIT Associate Trichologist in Bermuda

Season 6 · Episode 10

lundi 4 septembre 2023 • Duration 34:52

What its like to be the only AIT Associate Trichologist in Bermuda

Shapri Joell began her career as a hairstylist, but as she began to see a large number of clients with conditions she could not help with, which led her to develop an interest in trichology.

She decided to relocate from her home in Bermuda to London for three years in order to study with the Institute of Trichology, to become the only Associate member practicing in Bermuda!

She aims to educate & support hairdressers in her community to make sure their practices are not causing harm to the hair or exacerbating existing problems, such as CCCA and chemical damage, which she sees at lot.

She has worked hard to build connections with local GPs and other professionals, which has been useful in helping her patients get the tests to ensure they get the help & support they need.

Shapri often uses natural ingredients combined with hair science to treat her patients.

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How can you get exposure and attract potential clients

Season 6 · Episode 9

lundi 28 août 2023 • Duration 39:35

How can you get exposure and attract potential clients

Sarah Yorke opened her own salon at just 23 years old! 7 years later and the salon felt more like a prison than a blessing.

She decided to move to Manchester to follow her heart, and found herself in the position of trying to find a new hairdresser herself.
She also needed to build a new clientele and wanted to get her work seen by as many people as possible.

Sarah knew that entering a random salon in her local area was a risk, and wanted to create a way to find out what the stylists were like within the salons, and what their work looked like, being able to see what they specialise in and their education and experience.

She created the Stylebook Directory, meaning you can search for exactly what you want and find the stylist perfect for your needs.
Following this, she also created Stylebook Education, for students and educators to look for employment, staff, and for them to showcase their work or look for models.

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Healthy Hair from Within ~ How a Vitamin B12 deficiency can affect your hair.

Season 6 · Episode 8

lundi 21 août 2023 • Duration 31:53