Pinewood Salon Team
Donna P Salon Manager
Pinewood Salon Manager / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started at the company 11 years ago as a stylist. I have been on many courses and done lots of training throughout this time. With lots of hard work and determination I have worked my way up to being a manager and I really do love my job."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am a very outgoing and bubbly person and can be a bit too loud at sometimes. I do believe I am very caring. I think I am a mum figure in the salon and am always there to listen."
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"I have seen Michael Jackson in concert and I own a pair of Louboutins."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Lee Stafford"
What is your desert island product?
"Dermalogica face moisturiser"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Perming
Donna P's Work
Brogan Creative Director
Abbie Creative Director
Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I was a trainee at 16 years old at John Olivers where I did my NVQ2 and NVQ 3. I worked there for 7 years as a stylist then came to work for Hair Ministry as a senior stylist. I was always willing to learn and put in my all, which has got me to where i am today."
How would you describe yourself?
"I would describe myself as fun, friendly, competent and a perfectionist."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I love to sing, if I didn't do hair I would follow my dreams as a kid and get more involved in that. I used to play the lead roles in shows at high school.
I am also a huge Disney fan!!! "
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Cheryl Fernandez-Viccini (cole) as her hair always looks amazing and she just seems a lovely genuine woman."
What is your desert island product?
"My mascara!!"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies hair blow-drying
Occasion hair
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Abbie's Work
Bridie Creative Director
Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started at Hair Ministry when I left school as an apprentice and 5 years later, after a lot of hard work, training and dedication I have become a fully qualified stylist and barber."
How would you describe yourself?
"Ambitious, motivated, passionate and a perfectionist."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I met Mcbusted and got Tom to sign my back...Then I got it tattooed."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Cara Delevingne. I love her hair, fashion and definitely her eyebrows!"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf BC Sealed Ends.....I couldn't live without it!"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Occasion hair
Barber
Hair coluring
Kerastraight technician
Bridie's Work
Matt Creative Director
Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"With a lot of hard work and dedication"
How would you describe yourself?
"Hard working and enthhusiastic. I am always willing to better myself to progress in my career"
Tell us a random fact about yourself....
"I have really bad OCD with doors being locked and switches being off"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Zac Efron"
What is your desert island product?
"Redken Rough Paste"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies blow drying
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Sheridan Senior stylist
Senior Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"With a lot of determination and patience. I am very passionate about my job and would take any challenge to get to where I am today."
How would you describe yourself?
"Very bubbly and confident personality. I am someone who knows exactly where I want my career path to go and will work as hard as I can to get there."
Tell us a random fact about yourself……
"I eat a crème egg filling with a spoon."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Jessica Wright. She is beautiful, sophisticated and glam. Hair to die for!"
What is your desert island product?
"I use Schwarzkopf Sealed Ends everyday with a finish of Oil Mist Light as its oft on the hair."
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies hair blow drying
Occasion hair
Hair colouring
Hair extensions
Gent's hair cutting
Alice Senior Stylist
Key skills
Cutting, colouring, and bouncy blow drys
How did you get to where you are today?
Keep going and never give up
How would you describe yourself?
Good listener, chatty and perfectionist
Tell us a random fact about yourself…….
I love my food and wine
Who is your celeb inspiration?
Khloe kardashian, beautiful hair!
What is your desert island product?
Redken beach products, ready, wavey and waiting to get picked up!
Cherice Stylist
Skye Assistant
Megan Beauty Therapist
Amy Salon Coordinator
Pinewood Salon Manager / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started at the company 11 years ago as a stylist. I have been on many courses and done lots of training throughout this time. With lots of hard work and determination I have worked my way up to being a manager and I really do love my job."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am a very outgoing and bubbly person and can be a bit too loud at sometimes. I do believe I am very caring. I think I am a mum figure in the salon and am always there to listen."
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"I have seen Michael Jackson in concert and I own a pair of Louboutins."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Lee Stafford"
What is your desert island product?
"Dermalogica face moisturiser"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Hair colouring Gent's hair cutting Perming Donna P's WorkCreative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I was a trainee at 16 years old at John Olivers where I did my NVQ2 and NVQ 3. I worked there for 7 years as a stylist then came to work for Hair Ministry as a senior stylist. I was always willing to learn and put in my all, which has got me to where i am today."
How would you describe yourself?
"I would describe myself as fun, friendly, competent and a perfectionist."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I love to sing, if I didn't do hair I would follow my dreams as a kid and get more involved in that. I used to play the lead roles in shows at high school. I am also a huge Disney fan!!! "
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Cheryl Fernandez-Viccini (cole) as her hair always looks amazing and she just seems a lovely genuine woman."
What is your desert island product?
"My mascara!!"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies hair blow-drying Occasion hair Hair colouring Gent's hair cutting Abbie's WorkCreative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started at Hair Ministry when I left school as an apprentice and 5 years later, after a lot of hard work, training and dedication I have become a fully qualified stylist and barber."
How would you describe yourself?
"Ambitious, motivated, passionate and a perfectionist."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I met Mcbusted and got Tom to sign my back...Then I got it tattooed."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Cara Delevingne. I love her hair, fashion and definitely her eyebrows!"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf BC Sealed Ends.....I couldn't live without it!"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Occasion hair Barber Hair coluring Kerastraight technician Bridie's WorkCreative Director
How did you get to where you are today? "With a lot of hard work and dedication"
How would you describe yourself? "Hard working and enthhusiastic. I am always willing to better myself to progress in my career"
Tell us a random fact about yourself.... "I have really bad OCD with doors being locked and switches being off"
Who is your celeb inspiration? "Zac Efron"
What is your desert island product? "Redken Rough Paste"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies blow drying Hair colouring Gent's hair cuttingSenior Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"With a lot of determination and patience. I am very passionate about my job and would take any challenge to get to where I am today."
How would you describe yourself?
"Very bubbly and confident personality. I am someone who knows exactly where I want my career path to go and will work as hard as I can to get there."
Tell us a random fact about yourself……
"I eat a crème egg filling with a spoon."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Jessica Wright. She is beautiful, sophisticated and glam. Hair to die for!"
What is your desert island product?
"I use Schwarzkopf Sealed Ends everyday with a finish of Oil Mist Light as its oft on the hair."
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies hair blow drying Occasion hair Hair colouring Hair extensions Gent's hair cuttingKey skills
Cutting, colouring, and bouncy blow drys
How did you get to where you are today?
Keep going and never give up
How would you describe yourself?
Good listener, chatty and perfectionist
Tell us a random fact about yourself…….
I love my food and wine
Who is your celeb inspiration?
Khloe kardashian, beautiful hair!
What is your desert island product?
Redken beach products, ready, wavey and waiting to get picked up!
Capel St Mary Team
Hannah Salon Manager
Capel Salon Manager / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I have had lots of training in cutting, colouring, manager courses and been to look and learn sessions. I have achieved my level 2 and 3 in hairdressing."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am creative and a good listener."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.....
"I have an obsession with handbags."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Jessie J and Kelly Osbourne"
What is your desert island product?
"Redken Quick tease Finishing Spray"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Gent's hair cutting
Hair colouring
Emily Creative Director
Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I worked hard, had lots of training and been on lots of courses."
How would you describe yourself?
"I would say I am a perfectionist, passionate and tactile."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I am left handed but cut hair with my right hand...."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Michelle Keegan"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf BC Sealed Ends"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Occasion hair
Hair colouring
Barber
High Defintion Brow stylist
Brow tinting & waxing
Nail technician
Emily's Work
Natalie Creative Director
Company Educator / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"With training and working hard. I have a great team to work with."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am fun, passionate and anything goes with me."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I am really scared of killer whales and I am a massive Michael Bolton fan."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Victoria Beckham"
What is your desert island product?
"My eyeliner!"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Katie Senior Stylist
Senior Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
" I did my NVQ level 1 at high school and went on to do an apprenticeship at John Olivers where I did my NVQ level 2 worked there for 3 years as a graduate stylist then came to hair ministry as a stylist."
How would you describe yourself?
" Friendly, determined, hard working and passionate"
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"When I was little my favourite singer was Andy Williams."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"I love Audrey Hepburn, I like Charlotte Crosby's fashion and Patrick Cameron for his hair up."
What is your desert island product?
"Redken Wax Blast - you can use it on all hair types in different ways and get lots of looks from it"
To book an appointment with Katie please click here
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies blow drying
Hair colouring
Gent's cutting
Occasion hair
Lisa Stylist
Lily Graduate Stylist
Maisie Assistant
Assistant
Capel Salon Manager / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I have had lots of training in cutting, colouring, manager courses and been to look and learn sessions. I have achieved my level 2 and 3 in hairdressing."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am creative and a good listener."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.....
"I have an obsession with handbags."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Jessie J and Kelly Osbourne"
What is your desert island product?
"Redken Quick tease Finishing Spray"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Gent's hair cutting Hair colouringCreative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I worked hard, had lots of training and been on lots of courses."
How would you describe yourself?
"I would say I am a perfectionist, passionate and tactile."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I am left handed but cut hair with my right hand...."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Michelle Keegan"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf BC Sealed Ends"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Occasion hair Hair colouring Barber High Defintion Brow stylist Brow tinting & waxing Nail technician Emily's Work
Company Educator / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"With training and working hard. I have a great team to work with."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am fun, passionate and anything goes with me."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I am really scared of killer whales and I am a massive Michael Bolton fan."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Victoria Beckham"
What is your desert island product?
"My eyeliner!"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Hair colouring Gent's hair cuttingSenior Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
" I did my NVQ level 1 at high school and went on to do an apprenticeship at John Olivers where I did my NVQ level 2 worked there for 3 years as a graduate stylist then came to hair ministry as a stylist."
How would you describe yourself?
" Friendly, determined, hard working and passionate"
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"When I was little my favourite singer was Andy Williams."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"I love Audrey Hepburn, I like Charlotte Crosby's fashion and Patrick Cameron for his hair up."
What is your desert island product?
"Redken Wax Blast - you can use it on all hair types in different ways and get lots of looks from it"
To book an appointment with Katie please click here
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies blow drying Hair colouring Gent's cutting Occasion hairAssistant
Foxhall Road Team
Abby Salon Manager
Salon Manager / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
" with a lot of hard work, having a lot of passion & good management always pushing me to be the best I can be."
How would you describe yourself?
"Hard working, passionate & caring "
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"I'm quite clumsy, if you here a crash its most likely to be me!! "
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Michelle Keegan - brunette & volume all the way!! "
What is your desert island product?
"OSIS Glamination range!! its amazing!! "
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Kerastraight technician
Melissa Creative Director
Creative Director
How did you get yourself to where you are today?
"By being enthusiastic and enjoying what I do."
How would you describe yourself?
"Easy going, confident and dedicated."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I was on the TV programme 'Challenge Ant' when I was 11."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Audrey Hepburn.....Classic!"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf Repair Rescue shampoo because it leaves hair feeling smooth and looking healthy."
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies blow drying
Hair colouring
Occasion hair
Gent's hair cutting
Tia C Creative Director
Rosie Senior Stylist
Aaron Senior Stylist
Carly Senior Stylist
Senior stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"With a lot of hard work and passion for styling hair. I have always been artistic and I feel hairdressing allows me to express my creative side."
How would you describe yourself?
"I would say I am caring, funny, a perfectionist, honest and a bit of a joker."
Tell us a random fact about yourself........
"I don't drink coffee at home and I don't drink tea at work"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Emma Willis has a flawless look and Rita Ora because of her quirkiness!"
What is your desert island product?
"Any colour safe shampoo to keep my reds vibrant."
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies hair blow drying
Occasion hair
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Carly's Work
Bex Senior Stylist
Senior stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"I have done hairdressing for a long time and learnt how to keep a good clientele by listening to what the client wants."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am loyal, family orientated and normal."
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"I like a good old black & white film."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"I like Emma Willis. She is real."
What is your desert island product?
"OSIS Volume Up because I find it does everything I need it too."
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Hair colouring
Gent's hair cutting
Shan Senior Stylist
Lucy Graduate Stylist
Graduate Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
How would you describe yourself?
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
Who is your celeb inspiration?
What is your desert island product?
Isabelle Assistant
Assistant
Aimee Assistant
Tia Lash & Brows
Lash, Brow & Make up Stylist
Skills
High Definition Brow Stylist
Yumi Lash Technician
Microblading Tecnician
Eyelash Extensions
Make Up Artist
Receptionist
Tia's Work
Chloe Lash Technician
Christine Salon Coordinator
Salon Co-Ordinator
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started my working career off in hairdressing where I worked myself up to salon manager . I then had a career change and went into residential sales but I am now back working in the industry my heart has always belonged to."
How would you describe yourself?
"Friendly , efficient and a “ can - do, will - do “ attitude."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.....
" I have a world atlas on the wall of my study which we stick a pin into every time we visit a country and it is my ambition in life to have it completely full one day. We are currently 3/4 of the way"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Phileas Fogg - he went completely round the world - I just don't want to do it in 80 days"
What is your desert island product?
"Dermalogica Intensive moisture balance. I maybe hungry but at least my skin will not be dry"
Salon Manager / Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
" with a lot of hard work, having a lot of passion & good management always pushing me to be the best I can be."
How would you describe yourself?
"Hard working, passionate & caring "
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"I'm quite clumsy, if you here a crash its most likely to be me!! "
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Michelle Keegan - brunette & volume all the way!! "
What is your desert island product?
"OSIS Glamination range!! its amazing!! "
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Hair colouring Gent's hair cutting Kerastraight technician
Creative Director
How did you get yourself to where you are today?
"By being enthusiastic and enjoying what I do."
How would you describe yourself?
"Easy going, confident and dedicated."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.......
"I was on the TV programme 'Challenge Ant' when I was 11."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Audrey Hepburn.....Classic!"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf Repair Rescue shampoo because it leaves hair feeling smooth and looking healthy."
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies blow drying Hair colouring Occasion hair Gent's hair cuttingSenior stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"With a lot of hard work and passion for styling hair. I have always been artistic and I feel hairdressing allows me to express my creative side."
How would you describe yourself?
"I would say I am caring, funny, a perfectionist, honest and a bit of a joker."
Tell us a random fact about yourself........
"I don't drink coffee at home and I don't drink tea at work"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Emma Willis has a flawless look and Rita Ora because of her quirkiness!"
What is your desert island product?
"Any colour safe shampoo to keep my reds vibrant."
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies hair blow drying Occasion hair Hair colouring Gent's hair cutting Carly's WorkSenior stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"I have done hairdressing for a long time and learnt how to keep a good clientele by listening to what the client wants."
How would you describe yourself?
"I am loyal, family orientated and normal."
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"I like a good old black & white film."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"I like Emma Willis. She is real."
What is your desert island product?
"OSIS Volume Up because I find it does everything I need it too."
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Hair colouring Gent's hair cutting
Graduate Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
How would you describe yourself?
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
Who is your celeb inspiration?
What is your desert island product?
Assistant
Lash, Brow & Make up Stylist
Skills High Definition Brow Stylist Yumi Lash Technician Microblading Tecnician Eyelash Extensions Make Up Artist Receptionist Tia's Work
Salon Co-Ordinator
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started my working career off in hairdressing where I worked myself up to salon manager . I then had a career change and went into residential sales but I am now back working in the industry my heart has always belonged to."
How would you describe yourself?
"Friendly , efficient and a “ can - do, will - do “ attitude."
Tell us a random fact about yourself.....
" I have a world atlas on the wall of my study which we stick a pin into every time we visit a country and it is my ambition in life to have it completely full one day. We are currently 3/4 of the way"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Phileas Fogg - he went completely round the world - I just don't want to do it in 80 days"
What is your desert island product?
"Dermalogica Intensive moisture balance. I maybe hungry but at least my skin will not be dry"
Kesgrave Team
Jo Salon Manager
Kesgrave Salon Manager/ Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I worked my way up from being the junior progressed into being a senior stylist for a few years which I enjoyed but then felt I wanted to do different things and gradually progressed into being a Salon Manager."
How would you describe yourself?
"As dedicated, loyal, easy going and a complete perfectionist"
Tell us a random fact about yourself....
"I love a Starbucks! I have a mug for every country I've had one in."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Fearne cotton's messy bob and the Kardashian's Ombre"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf Sealed Ends........Couldn't live without it!"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Blow drying
Gent's hair cutting
Hair colouring
Charlie Creative Director
Senior Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started hairdressing at 14. I put in the hours of hard work."
How would you describe yourself?
"Passionate"
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"My favourite food is Chinese"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Cheryl Cole"
What is your desert island product?
" Schwarzkopf BC Sealed Ends"
Skills
Ladies hair cutting
Ladies hair blowdrying
Occasion hair
Kerastraight technician
Gent's hair cutting
Hair colouring
Ellie Senior Stylist
Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"By working hard and setting achievable targets for me to aim for"
How would you describe yourself?
" I am bubbly, smiley and spontaneous"
Tell us a random fact about yourself.....
"When I eat ice cream I use a small spoon to make it last longer"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Samantha Faiers and Kelly Osbourne. Opposite styles but I like both, glamorous and contemporary."
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf BC Moisture Kick Beauty Balm because it makes hair feel super soft and easy to brush through."
Skills
Blow drying
Ladies hair cutting
Long hair cutting
Hair Colouring including Balayage & Ombre's
High Definition Brow Stylist
Lucie Senior Stylist
Steph Senior Stylist
Suzie Senior Stylist
Téa Stylist
Kesgrave Salon Manager/ Creative Director
How did you get to where you are today?
"I worked my way up from being the junior progressed into being a senior stylist for a few years which I enjoyed but then felt I wanted to do different things and gradually progressed into being a Salon Manager."
How would you describe yourself?
"As dedicated, loyal, easy going and a complete perfectionist"
Tell us a random fact about yourself....
"I love a Starbucks! I have a mug for every country I've had one in."
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Fearne cotton's messy bob and the Kardashian's Ombre"
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf Sealed Ends........Couldn't live without it!"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Blow drying Gent's hair cutting Hair colouring
Senior Stylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"I started hairdressing at 14. I put in the hours of hard work."
How would you describe yourself?
"Passionate"
Tell us a random fact about yourself......
"My favourite food is Chinese"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Cheryl Cole"
What is your desert island product?
" Schwarzkopf BC Sealed Ends"
Skills Ladies hair cutting Ladies hair blowdrying Occasion hair Kerastraight technician Gent's hair cutting Hair colouringStylist
How did you get to where you are today?
"By working hard and setting achievable targets for me to aim for"
How would you describe yourself?
" I am bubbly, smiley and spontaneous"
Tell us a random fact about yourself.....
"When I eat ice cream I use a small spoon to make it last longer"
Who is your celeb inspiration?
"Samantha Faiers and Kelly Osbourne. Opposite styles but I like both, glamorous and contemporary."
What is your desert island product?
"Schwarzkopf BC Moisture Kick Beauty Balm because it makes hair feel super soft and easy to brush through."
Skills Blow drying Ladies hair cutting Long hair cutting Hair Colouring including Balayage & Ombre's High Definition Brow Stylist
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