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Hair structure and hair typesProfessional knowledge. · 7 minYou cannot do good hairdressing work without understanding what you are working with. Here we go through hair structure, different hair types, and porosity – the foundation for both cutting, coloring, and treatment.Basic colour theory for hairdressersProfessional knowledge. · 8 minColoring is chemistry and color theory in practice. Here we cover the color wheel, level and nuance, how complementary colors are used to neutralize unwanted tones, and why a color test should never be skipped.Consultation and customer service in the salonService and salon · 6 minA good office worker is known by things just working — because you have it under control before anyone even needs to ask.Cutting techniques and the basic principles of haircutsProfessional knowledge. · 8 minA complaint can also be learningHair treatments and scalp healthProfessional knowledge. · 7 minTreatments are more than luxury – they keep hair healthy and ready for cutting and colour. Here we look at moisture and protein treatments, scalp condition, and when a problem should be referred to a doctor.Permanent, straightening and chemical shaping of hairProfessional knowledge. · 7 minPermanent and chemical straightening change hair structure permanently. Here we review the principle behind, why diagnosis and testing are crucial, and how you work safely with powerful chemical products.Hair and scalp diagnosis as a methodProfessional knowledge. · 9 minThe diagnosis is the hairdresser's most important professional action — it controls choice of technique product and processing time. Here you get a systematic method to assess hair and scalp so you predict the result instead of guessing.Chemical working environment in the salon — allergies, eczema and ventilationSafety and work environment · 9 minThe hairdressing trade is among the trades with high risk of hand eczema and allergy. Here we review the typical sensitizing substances, how to properly use gloves and ventilation, and what the safety data sheet is used for.Salon hygiene and handling of complaintsService and salon · 8 minA safe salon is built on visible hygiene and fair handling when something goes wrong. Here you get the hygiene principles for tools and surfaces — and a concrete method for taking in a complaint without losing the customer.The hairdressing trade's history — from barber-surgeon to modern salonHistory · 9 minThe hairdressing trade has roots back to medieval barber-surgeons who cut hair, shaved and performed minor surgery. Here we follow the trade's development through the guild period, the rise of salons and the technical revolution that made the hairdresser the independent trade we know today.Beard and classical barberingTechnique · 8 minShaving with a straight razor is one of the oldest crafts in hairdressing, and requires a steady grip, the correct angle and strict hygiene. Here we go through skin and beard preparation, the shaving itself, contour work and how to maintain your tools.Setups for parties and weddingsTechnique · 8 minA good setup saves the entire seriesExtensions, hairpieces, and wigsMaterials · 9 minHair extensions and wigs require that you know the difference between methods, hair qualities and maintenance requirements. Here we go through tape, keratin and weft methods, how you choose hair quality, why incorrect application can permanently damage the hair, and what distinguishes a wig from a fashion hair piece.Ergonomics and tool science in the salon.Safety and work environment · 8 minThe hairdressing trade puts strain on the back, shoulders and hands because the work is done standing with arms raised hour after hour. According to the Labor Authority's work environment guides for hairdressers, ergonomic strain is one of the industry's greatest risks. Here you get the concrete habits that prevent wear and how tool selection plays in.Men's cut and men's hairstyle designTechnique · 8 minMen's haircut is a separate discipline with its own techniques, where transitions, guard sizes and form drying determine the result at least as much as the scissor work itself. Here we go through fade techniques, texture and styling, and how cut and beard work together in a complete men's hairstyle.The path to your own salon – business understanding and chair rentalCareer · 9 minWith the journeyman's certificate in hand doors open to several career paths: being employed leasing a chair as self-employed or running your own salon. Here we review the three models what CVR and accounting involve and why chair rental agreements should be thought through carefully — both commercially and professionally.The journeyman's exam – how you prepareCareer · 8 minThe journeyman's exam is the last step on the way to calling yourself a qualified hairdresser. Here we go through the structure of the education from basic course to main course, what the journeyman's exam typically contains, and how you prepare yourself best for both the practical and theoretical parts.Eyebrows and lashes — colouring and shaping in the salonSafety and work environment · 8 minEyebrows and lashes have become a fixed part of many hairdressing salons' offerings, but the treatments take place close to the eye and therefore require special care. Here we cover shaping and colouring of eyebrows, why ordinary hair dye can never be used on lashes, as well as lash lift and the contraindications you must always ask about.