I started working with hair at 13, and even then realised that the pretentious side of hairdressing was not for me. My main question throughout my early career (and still is!) was 'WHY??'

My mentor was a top hair stylist in show, theatrical and photographic productions. He showed me through show, TV, competition work - and even a course in trichology (the science of hair and scalp) - that I could do it as well as him, if not better! I also learnt that communication is the most important part of hairdressing. I have run my own salons, and trained many other successful hairdressing professionals - passing on my unparalleled knowledge of colour and cut to others.

Neil and I have crossed paths many times over the last 15 years, have grown in hairdressing together; we have a similar philosophy of hairdressing - so when he asked me to join the team, it seemed right. Still crazy about hair after all these years. I was never happy in the chorus line - I like to be centre stage and my performance is still original.