On Sunday 4th July, the Sanrizz group of salons had a charity fund raising day for ‘HAIRraising’ the Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity for hairdressers and Leukaemia Research.

New clients paid half price for their hairdressing services on the day and over £4,000 was raised and then split between the two charities.



Sanrizz Knightsbridge, Covent Garden, Guildford, Southampton, St Albans and Muswell Hill all took part in the event, with staff donating their time for these very worthy causes.



Tony Rizzo Managing Director of Sanrizz said, “I am touched and overwhelmed by the support from the staff and customers, their generosity and kindness to such important charities has been astounding. I know everyone had great fun in fancy dress while raising the money!”



Another of the many example of professional hairdressers giving back to the community. Keep up the good work!

Soft, relaxed looks – whether in ponytails, loose chignons, or a textured French pleat, dominated the Fall/Winter 2010 Bridal Fashion Week hairstyles in New York City this spring!

Redken Session Stylist Giovanni Giuntoli focused on feminine hair enhancing shoulders bared by detailed gowns at the Amsale, Christos, and Kenneth Pool shows.

When it comes to bridal hair, “Balance is key to everything,” says Giuntoli. “Just because a dress is simple or the gown is elaborate doesn’t necessarily mean the hair has to be the exact same feel. Big gowns can work with simple hair and vice versa.”

At Amsale, the look was inspired by a soft approach: “The hair at Amsale had a soft but elegant approach to the classic ponytail,” said Giuntoli, while the undone chignon at Christos downplayed drama.

To compliment the detailed and intricate beading and fabrics of the Pool designs, Giuntoli created a classic French plait, but updated with slight texture and extra height at the crown of the head. In any case, there is plenty of choice for that special day.

Photos: Charles Sykes for Redken

Holly Robinson Peete has been selected by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) as the 2010 PBA Beautiful Humanitarian Award recipient.

The PBA Beautiful Humanitarian Award will be presented to Robinson Peete at the 21st annual North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) on Sunday, July 18, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Robinson Peete is a co-founder of the HollyRod Foundation, an organization that aims to assist people in dire straits and functions as an advocate for consistent and reliable education, and support of families with members suffering from autism and Parkinson’s disease.

Winners of this award generally maintain long-standing involvement in multiple charitable organizations, and Holly certainly lives up to this standard as she is involved with a long list of local and national entities.
Congratulations to Holly, and keep up the good work. You are an inspiration to us all.

Aveda has once again taken the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) by storm with 12 nominations for top honors in 13 possible categories and Fredric Holzberger joining the NAHA Hall of Leaders.

Holzberger,  the founder, CEO and president of Aveda Fredric’s Institutes in Cincinnati, Ohio and Indianapolis, Indiana, and elder of the Aveda Tribe, will be honored in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the hair and beauty industry.

Dominique Conseil, Aveda president commented, “His passion and diligence speak volumes of his character; he has build a thriving business, mentored, and inspired countless young people, and given back to his community immeasurably.”

One of Holzberger’s many accomplishments is “Project Daymaker”, a salon-on-wheels manned with licensed cosmetologist volunteers who help restore self-esteem to those in need. In 2002 he partnered with Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity to build a home in Hyde Park and went on to found the Holzberger  Family Humanitarian Foundation to grant resources to non-profit organizations.

Congratulations to Mr. Holzberger and good luck to the nominees!