Caribbean and Afro Society of Hairdressers

Supporting Afro Caribbean hairdressers and salons.

address: 42 North Cross Road, London SE22

Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation (FHBF)

The Freelance Hair & Beauty Federation is the organisation that supports self-employed, professional hairdressers and beauty therapists. It provides low cost training, group meetings as well as advice for new and start-up businesses. Patrick Cameron has this advice "When working solo it's sometimes hard to stay motivated and inspired. The Freelance Hair and Beauty Federation keeps you abreast of the latest trends and will help you keep your fingers on the pulse with motivational seminars by top names and major brand leaders".

address: Business Centre, Kimpton Road, Luton, Bedford LU2 0LB

Tel: 01582 431783

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Guild of Hairdressing

The Guild of Hairdressers was established in 1882 with the main objectives of : - Promoting and protecting hairdressers - Improving knowledge and technical skills of hairdressers by providing a National Diploma of Hairdressing - an all day examination .which tests their knowledge of the practice and theory of hairdressing. It is recognized both in Britain and throughout Europe. NDH is an accepted qualification for Registration with the Hairdressing Training Board The Guild has representation on other industry bodies.

address: Unit 1E, Redbrook Business Park, Wilthorpe Road, Barnsley S75 1JN

Tel: 01226 786555

The Hairdressing Beauty and Suppliers Association (HBSA)

The HBSA is a network of industry professionals that provide a voice for the industry, sharing knowledge and offering support where it’s needed

address: Manfield House, 1 Southampton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2R 0LR

Tel: 0207 836 4008

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Fellowship for British Hairdressers (F.B.H.)

Founded in 1946 as The Fellowship of Hair Artists of Great Britain, this was originally a small and elite association, designed to promote artistic hairdressing with a focus on hairdressing competitions. Over the years the Fellowship has gained international recognition through its focus on classic skills training. The 1980/90’s saw a modern image and role emerge with a focus on creativity and training of the finest talent in the industry. Current members include a “Who’s Who” of hairdressing. The Fellowship has an ever-expanding membership and events calendar with the same motto – “Strength Through Quality”.

address: Bloxham Mill, Barford Road, Bloxham, Banbury, Oxfordshire OX15 4FF

Tel: 01295 724579

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Hair and Beauty Benevolent (HABB)

The Hair & Beauty Benevolent (HABB) is the official industry charity, dedicated to helping hair and beauty professionals facing difficulties in life. Since 1853, HABB has offered financial support and funding to individuals and their families facing illness, bereavement or financial hardship. Without your support, HABB would not be able to help all the people they do each year. To help, all you have to do is get involved. Whether that is by becoming a member, organising your own fundraising events or attending our fundraising events, doesn’t really matter.

address: 57 Queens Road Benfleet Essex SS7 1JN

Tel: 01268 758805

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Habia

Habia is the government approved standards setting body for hair, beauty, nails, spa therapy, barbering and African-Caribbean hair, and creates the standards that form the basis of all qualifications including NVQs, SVQs and Apprenticeships, as well as codes of practice. A central point of contact for information, Habia provides guidance on careers, business development, legislation, salon safety, equal opportunities, and is responsible to government on industry issues such as training and skills

address: Oxford House, Sky Business Park, Robin Hood Airport, Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Tel: 0845 2 306080

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Hairdressers Employers Association

Habia is the government approved standards setting body for hair, beauty, nails, spa therapy, barbering and African-Caribbean hair, and creates the standards that form the basis of all qualifications including NVQs, SVQs and Apprenticeships, as well as codes of practice. A central point of contact for information, Habia provides guidance on careers, business development, legislation, salon safety, equal opportunities, and is responsible to government on industry issues such as training and skills

address: C/o First Service 60 High Street Bedford MK40 1NT

Tel: 01234 320030

National Hairdressers’ Federation

National Hairdressers’ Federation (NHF) is open to all salon owners and self employed hairdressers and beauticians working in a salon.

address: One Abbey Court Fraser Road Priory Business Park Bedford MK44 3WH

Tel: 0845 345 6500

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BABTAC

The professional face of beauty and holistic therapy, and is widely recognised as one of the most influential bodies within the industry.

address: Meteor Court Barnett Way Barnwood Gloucester GL4 3GG

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National Association for Professional Makeup Artists and Hairdressers (NASMAH)

Non-profit Association for Professional Makeup Artists and Hairdressers working in the Film and Television Industry.

address: 68 Sarsfield Road, Perivale, Middlesex. UB6 7AG

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