Here's Everything You Need To Know About Salon International

Published 26th Jul 2024 by Sian Jones

What to know more about what to expect at the hair and barbering industry's leading trade show in the UK? Well, we've put together everything you need to know about Salon International so keep scrolling to find out how you can treat yourself to a weekend of barbering inspiration, education and creativity. 

What Is Salon International?

Salon International is a professionals-only exhibition that enables hair professionals to network, learn and discover what is new on the market and the trends to look out for in the industry. The aim of the exhibition is to unite the international community of hairdressers and barbers with the brands that uphold and uplift the industry. It is the perfect place to discover the latest innovations in hair products and services, whilst being updated on forthcoming trends and education. Salon International welcomes all professionals from the industry including senior buyers, salon owners, students, apprentices, barbers and more. Get your tickets here!

The Modern Barber Stage

Fades, flattops, bold colour work and beard trims - expect all this and more on the Modern Barber Stage. Showcasing the very best of men’s hairdressing and barbering, you will be left informed, educated and entertained. Click here to see the full line-up of barbers including: Tariq Howes, Elettra Guggeri, Anderson Boyce, Josh Lamonaca and Zanear Barber. 

HJ Academy Stage

The HJ Academy Stage at Salon International 2024 will feature some of the hottest new talent and industry trailblazers, and this year it will feature a dedicated Barber Pod.

Visitors will be able to get up-close-and-personal with the best emerging talent in the industry, giving them the opportunity to ask questions and take the best tips and tricks back to the shop with them. 

To find out everything you need to know about the Barber Pod line-up click here.

Raw Talent Barbering Competition

Searching for the next best barbers in the UK, the Raw Talent Barbering Competition is back for 2024 and returning to Salon International. Open to students and junior barbers, entering is your chance to showcase your skills and prove you are the next big thing! The entry deadline is Friday 30 August at 5pm, click here to find the entry requirements.

Plan Your Visit

Where: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1FR

When:

Saturday 12 October: 10am - 5pm

Sunday 13 October: 10am - 6pm

Monday 14 October: 10am - 5pm

Brands and Stands

Here's all the brands you can expect to see at Salon International 2024:

  • American Crew
  • Andis
  • Artero
  • BaByliss PRO
  • Bymia
  • Chris & Sons
  • Dart Professional
  • Denman International
  • Dowa International
  • Dyson Professional
  • Gamma+ and Mespire
  • Ghost Bond
  • Kamisori
  • Kevin Murphy
  • L3VEL3
  • Leaf Scissors
  • Matakki Scissors
  • Morgan’s Pomade
  • Novo Cabelo
  • Phorest
  • REM
  • Scrummi Towels
  • Shomer International
  • Shortcuts
  • Takara Belmont
  • The Hair Repair Club
  • Vagaro
  • Wahl
Sian Jones

Sian Jones

Published 26th Jul 2024

Sian is Editor Modern Barber and Deputy Editor Hairdressers Journal International. She has over a decade of experience writing for print publications covering Youth & Children, TV & Entertainment and Lifestyle. Sian graduated with a degree in journalism, and whilst studying was nominated for the Guardian Digital Journalist of the Year award in 2011.

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