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SEARCHHear first-hand from master trichologist Karen Gordon what the “root causes” of hair loss are and what the size of the hair loss/hair replacement market is today. Learn how YOU can get into this lucrative and fulfilling field, assessing your clients’ conditions and adding REVENUE to your business by offering this service and the retail products related to it.
Portfolio by MODERN SALON Video Learning Series
In this complete video series from Portfolio by MODERN SALON:
Hear first-hand from master trichologist Karen Gordon what the “root causes” of hair loss are
Stylists who want to learn how to make additional revenue by adding trichology services to their salon
This video series is perfect for:
Anyone who wants to learn more about the root causes of hair loss
Stylists who want to add trichology services to their salon
Chapter 1: The Human Factor
In this episode:
Learn about the types of clients who seek out trichologists, how they may not be who you think, and what causes them to do so
Chapter 2: The Loss Factor
In this episode:
Learn about the leading causes of thinning hair and hair loss
Chapter 3: The XY Chromosome Factor
In this episode:
Learn how genetics affects hair thinning and hair loss
Chapter 4: Getting Into the Field
In this episode:
Learn where to look for education and the process required to become a trichologi
Chapter 5: A Day in The Life
In this episode:
Learn what it’s like to assess and treat thinning hair and hair loss
Chapter 6: Tools of the Trade
In this episode:
Learn about the technology needed, average costs related to obtaining it, and how it’s used in assessing hair and scalp health
Chapter 7: The Growth Factor
In this episode:
Learn about the various treatment types, what to expect with results, and how to continue working with your clients after their initial analysis
Chapter 8: Beyond the Trichologist
In this episode:
Learn when you may have to refer clients to other qualified professionals, and what hair thinning/hair loss causes might be beyond your scope
Chapter 9: The Financial Factor
In this episode:
Learn how to price your services and grow your salon business as a trichologist
Chapter 10: Is It Right for YOU?
In this episode:
Learn what types of personality traits lead to great trichologists and determine if entering this lucrative field is right for you
Meet Your Course Instructor:
Karen Gordon
Owner of J. Gordon Designs, Karen Gordon has been a hairstylist since 1978. As a color specialist, she likes to create beautiful blonde-on-blonde and multi-dimensional colors. Karen is also a Certified Trichologist, specializing in thinning hair, hair loss, and scalp disorders. She sees hair loss clients at Karen Gordon Hair Loss Solutions, a private studio above the salon and at Arrojo in NYC. Karen is the President of Cosmetologists Chicago, representing 18,000 salon professionals. She is on the Board of Directors of Intercoiffure America/Canada and is member of the American Hair Loss Council.
karengordonhair.com
Instagram: @karengordonhairloss
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