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Hairdressing

Welcome to the Hairdressing Subject Guide, a good place to start when searching for resources to support your studies. If you have any questions email your Subject Librarian.

Books on the shelf

Websites

Where to look

Use the Dewey or Call number to find books on Level 4 of the Main Library (South Campus).

Health and safety 363
Body adornment 391
Hairdressing 646
Customer service

651

New resources

Men's hairdressing : Traditional and modern barbering

This book has been developed to equip you with everything that you need in order to plan a career in barbering, gain qualifications as well as continue as a comprehensive guide throughout your career.

The hair stylist handbook

You'll learn how to create that sought-after "complete look" by learning the newest hair techniques that are in demand on film and television sets.

The new braiding handbook

The fashionable braids in this book will give you the perfect look for every occasion. Just follow the simple instructions and step-by-step photos to quickly master gorgeous new looks.

The braid book : 20 fun and easy styles

Featuring designs from a plaited halo and elaborate fishtail to an intricate Mohican style braid. Sarah and Willa also share how to adorn your hair with accessories as well as other temporary styling tools.

Milady standard haircutting system

The Milady Standard Haircutting System is a formalized system designed to make learning the foundational principles of haircutting easier, while ensuring a solid understanding of the technical and creative aspects of haircutting.