More celebrities than ever are opting for hair extensions to complete their looks because of rapidly advancing technology, said celebrity stylist Nicky Oliver

“And who can blame them for refusing to divulge the fact that their amazing, naturally thick and healthy looking hair is not entirely natural,” added the hairdressing guru.

Nicky revealed that clients at his salon in the fashionable Northern Quarter of city centre Manchester, were now able to take advantage of the new Cold Fusion Technology systems used by hair extension experts Wonderful Hair.

“The company is committed to offering the most innovative technology in the field of hair extensions, which is why we have teamed up with them,” added Nicky.

“Cold Fusion uses ultrasound to attach hair extensions which eliminates the use of heat and hot glue, and thereby reducing the risk of damage to the hair.

“We use 100 per quality human hair extensions so this form of protection means our stylists can ensure your extensions will remain secure and comfortable.

“Furthermore, Cold Fusion is a very quick and very safe method of applying extensions and it would take one of our fully trained stylists just 90 minutes to apply a full head of extensions.

“With regular maintenance appointments, our extensions can last anywhere between four and six months.”

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        Or call: 0844 999 0644

What are the different types of hairdressing courses?

The Nicky Oliver Hair Academy offers a wide range of courses to suit individuals at different levels of hairdressing ability. No matter what knowledge and skills you already have, you will always be taught to a high standard and given constant monitoring and encouragement. The Nicky Oliver Hair Academy offers hairdressing courses at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, as well as providing an excellent barbering course. All students completing their chosen course will receive a Nicky Oliver Diploma on top of other qualifications gained.

Beginner Courses:

These courses will teach complete beginners basic hairdressing skills, as well as equipping them with the theory and technical knowledge required to become a professional stylist. Age and experience does not matter, so long as you are enthusiastic and willing to learn. You will be taught consultation skills; the basics of cutting, colouring and perming; basic up-dos; basic men's hairdressing and an understanding of hairdressing theory.

Intermediate Course:

This refresher course is directed towards stylists who already have salon experience and wish to brush up on their skills whilst improving their confidence. Students will be taught advanced cutting and colouring techniques as well as avant-garde styling and the art of intensive consultations. This is a great course for those wishing to update their styling techniques and build on previous experience and skills.

Advanced Courses:

Advanced courses are ideal for experienced students who would like to fill in any gaps in their prior training and learn advanced, current commercial hairdressing skills. This hairdressing course teaches advanced levels of cutting and colouring, as well as fashion colouring. This course will help anyone wishing to gain a more in-depth understanding of hair cutting techniques.

Barbering Course:

This course gives barbering the attention it deserves and teaches pupils the basic barbering techniques essential to top quality men's hairdressing.

http://www.nickyoliveracademy.co.uk/

HAIR EXTENSIONS USING WONDERFUL HAIR PRODUCTS

THE INDUSTRYS ONLY GUARANTEED 100% PURE REMY HAIR, VOTED NUMBER 1 FOR AUTHENTICITY, QUALITYAND CONSISTENCY 

So many Celebrities use Hair Extensions, like Kimberley Walsh, Katie Price and Jennifer Ellison, but often our Celebrity clients don’t like to divulge they are wearing extensions.

And why would they, when with the right choice of extensions applied correctly, they look like they have amazing naturally thick, shiny, healthy looking hair!

Would you like perfect ‘celebrity’ hair? Then read on

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NICKY OLIVER HAIRDRESSING is committed to offering the latest, most innovative technology in the field of hair extension applications which is why we have teamed up with WONDERFUL HAIR, a leader in providing Premium Hair Extensions.

After an initial consultation with one of our team, who are fully trained in the REVOLUTIONARY COLD FUSION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM, we will recommend the most suitable hair type and length for your individual needs.

WHAT IS COLD FUSION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM & WHY DO WE USE IT?

• Developed at the Wonderful Hair headquarters in Italy, the Wonderful Hair Revolutionary Cold Fusion System is used for applying the Wonderful Hair Extensions.

• Our 100% high quality human hair extensions are designed to be applied as single bonds, which mean partial as well as full placements can be made easily, efficiently and accurately. This enables your technician to create unique and individual styles for you that remain secure and comfortable; placing Cold Fusion hair extension system at the forefront of the UK industry.

• Using ultrasound technology Cold Fusion is designed to reduce the risk of damage to your natural hair by virtually eliminating the use of two important elements – Heat and Hot Glue.

• Utilises a patented hand held applicator that is designed to apply and mould the small flat keratin bond to the hair.

• On the top of each lock of hair, we attach a thin sheet of keratin. As keratin is a natural component of human hair, it ensures that the hair extension blends perfectly with the natural hair, improving the application process by making it simple yet precise.

• Utilising a ‘V’ shaped Keratin bond, your hair is placed within the bond recess, and sandwiched between the keratin compound, resulting in a flat bond which remains virtually undetectable to sight and touch. There is no mixing of the hair extensions and your natural hair, so removal of the extensions is clean and simple.

• Is a very quick, yet safe method for Applying Hair Extensions – only 90 Minutes for a Full Head of Extensions applied by one of Nicky Oliver’s trained stylists.

• Extensions can last 4-6 months with regular maintenance appointments.

      Prices
     

  For more information and to book an appointment call
                          Nicky Oliver on 0844 999 0644
 You are just one call away from perfect ‘celebrity’ hair!

Hope you had a fantastic summer!

For many Autumn is the start of a not-so-beautiful relationship with your hair. The cold, damp weather can make your mane unruly and hard to control, and chilly winds knock the ‘oomph’ out of any style in seconds flat. Well, this Autumn/Winter 2012 is a different story.

Stylists and hairdressers have got wise to Mother Nature’s annoying ways and reinvented a classic look; the ponytail, or as the fashion-conscious now call it, ‘the pony.’

This new take on an old favourite, but arguably dated look, is to throw away the scrunchies (something you should’ve done in 1999!) and use sleek bands and pins instead to create clean lines and a simple shape. Ponytails are styled at the nape of the neck and hair is wrapped around a plain band to disguise it.  The styling should be minimal and finished with a glossy shine to keep the look right on trend.

Nicky Oliver Shine Serum £12.00 is non-greasy and perfect to control and add shine to dry, coloured or frizzy hair. Or try the new Nicky Oliver Sculpt Lotion £12 to get excellent control, add definition and masses of shine.

Other variations to fight the elements include a sixties style, achieved by blow drying from below to add volume and then gently backcombing the hair at the nape of the neck. Finish with a black bow rather than a band, to continue the sixties vibe.

‘Messy’ is still big with a deep-sided parting and loose messy waves. Use Nicky Oliver Matt Putty Texture Paste £10 to create definition. Or go one step further and choose scruffy plaits.  They will be everywhere this autumn and ideal for the girl who pretends she ‘couldn’t care less’ and hasn’t really tried!

And what do ‘those in the know’ have in store for us next Spring? The word is out that sleek and straight will be the way to go.   Plaits will still be big, twisted around the head and in to buns at the base of the neck whilst the androgynous look grows.  

And for men? Anything goes just so long as it’s slicked back!

Love Nicky x      

Hope you had a fantastic summer!

For many Autumn is the start of a not-so-beautiful relationship with your hair. The cold, damp weather can make your mane unruly and hard to control, and chilly winds knock the ‘oomph’ out of any style in seconds flat. Well, this Autumn/Winter 2012 is a different story.

Stylists and hairdressers have got wise to Mother Nature’s annoying ways and reinvented a classic look; the ponytail, or as the fashion-conscious now call it, ‘the pony.’

This new take on an old favourite, but arguably dated look, is to throw away the scrunchies (something you should’ve done in 1999!) and use sleek bands and pins instead to create clean lines and a simple shape. Ponytails are styled at the nape of the neck and hair is wrapped around a plain band to disguise it.  The styling should be minimal and finished with a glossy shine to keep the look right on trend.



The Nicky Oliver Hair Product Range



Nicky Oliver Shine Serum £12.00 is non-greasy and perfect to control and add shine to dry, coloured or frizzy hair. Or try the new Nicky Oliver Sculpt Lotion £12 to get excellent control, add definition and masses of shine.

Other variations to fight the elements include a sixties style, achieved by blow drying from below to add volume and then gently backcombing the hair at the nape of the neck. Finish with a black bow rather than a band, to continue the sixties vibe.

‘Messy’ is still big with a deep-sided parting and loose messy waves. Use Nicky Oliver Matt Putty Texture Paste £10 to create definition. Or go one step further and choose scruffy plaits.  They will be everywhere this autumn and ideal for the girl who pretends she ‘couldn’t care less’ and hasn’t really tried!

And what do ‘those in the know’ have in store for us next Spring? The word is out that sleek and straight will be the way to go.   Plaits will still be big, twisted around the head and in to buns at the base of the neck whilst the androgynous look grows.  

And for men? Anything goes just so long as it’s slicked back!

Love Nicky x      

Here comes the sun!

Summer holiday time is not far away but this year whether you are flying off to foreign climes or planning a staycation, spare a thought for a part of your body that often gets neglected when you’re sunning yourself on the beach! After all, you’ll pack plenty of lotions and creams to look after your skin but what will you do for your hair?

I can’t count the times I've seen clients come into my salon after their annual two weeks away with healthy tans and hair that looks like its been dragged through holiday hell! But it needn't be that way.

The secret of summer holiday hair care is preparation. Book into the salon before you go away,  to prepare your hair for two weeks in the sun.

 

If you want a cut and colour also go for a steam treatment or some other form of intensive treatment to prepare your hair for the coming ordeal. Also ask your hairdresser for advice on hair care while you are away.

 

Don't forget – protect your hair from the sun! The easiest way is to wear a hat, but if that's not for you there are lots of professional products that have been designed to shield hair from the harsh rays of the sun including UVA protecting spray and a gel which will give all day long protection.

Cool dips in the hotel pool also take their toll on your hair thanks to the chlorine content,  Just like bleach it will wash out colour and cause dryness, so choose a shampoo that will remove minerals and chlorine from the hair. A good tip is after shampooing, apply a treatment and then sit out on your balcony to let the warm air help it penetrate through every strand of hair.   Leave on for half an hour (just time to sip a cocktail!) before showering off.  You'll be left with gorgeous, silky, shiny hair - now you're ready to party!

 

When you get back home, book into the salon for another intensive treatment and a trim to get rid of all the dry ends created by the sun,  sea and the pool.

 

Have fun in the sun!

Love Nicky x