Haircare Panel: The Joy of Hair

Overview

Event Information:

As part of our Art of Joy event programme for Black History Month, we are excited to be hosting The Joy of Hair, a Black haircare panel and discussion celebrating and educating on the beauty of afro and curly hair. From shrinkage to protective styling, breakage to big chops, we will be discussing all things natural  hair. Get educated on how to identify the needs of your hair and the science behind some of your favourite products, including demonstrations on how to use them. We aim to create a safe space that will foster open conversations about identity in relation to our hair and start to reclaim the joy and uniqueness that comes with having afro or curly hair.

For the panel discussion, we have partnered with four expert individuals that represent brands making a positive impact in the Black hair industry including Tendai Moyo (Ruka) Sarah Sango (Lush), Zita Ebunam (Dyson), Antionette Ale (Haircrush) and Johanna Yaovi (The Curl Talk Project). Come ready with your questions, notebook and pen as these inspiring and knowledgeable panellists will answering all your haircare queries.

Special:

All ticket holders will be entered into a prize giveaway for the chance to win a complimentary blow-dry appointment and experience the Dyson technology in their Beauty Lab (valid till March 2023).

Dyson representative’s will also be on hand to show a live demos of their latest products for everyone who attends the event.

We will be giving out goody bags sponsored by Lush Cosmetics, Palmers and more in addition to special discount codes.

We’ve also partnered with LUSH Cosmetics to offer a limited number of 1-2-1 hair consultations on the day. To reserve a slot, please book HERE. 

Ticket Information:

Please note that this is event is included in the Arts SU event programme for Black History Month. Although we are open to all, if you are someone who does not identify as Black, please be considerate before booking a ticket as spaces are limited. This event is for current UAL students only and you must book at ticket to attend or we cannot guarentee you entry. Please note this venue has no step free aceess and there is one flight of stairs up and down.

We have a limited number of goody bags so please book at ticket and arrive early to avoid disappointment., otherwise we cannot guarentee a goody bag. Only book a ticket if you can definitely attend the event.

Contact Armani at a.sutherland@su.arts.ac.uk if you:

• Are a staff member or UAL alumni who would like to attend
• Have booked a ticket but are no longer able to attend
• Have any access needs or questions