Glam Live 2009
If you are interested in seeing all the latest ideas and products in beauty, fashion, health and lifestyle, The Glam Show ( in association with Nicky Hambleton-Jones) will be taking place Saturday 31st October- Sunday 1st November 2009 at Earl's Court, London. For more details and to book tickets see the event website.

Article in this Week's Hairdressers Journal
For inspiration, you might like to read the 'All About Me' feature on page 66 of the 12-18 June issue of Hairdressers Journal International. This is where a 'young industry star talks about her life', and in this issue the 'star' is Emma Steven from the Lisa Shepherd Salons, Sutton Coldfield.

Cosmetic Company Archives
The Visual Arts Data Service (VADS) and the London College of Fashion have collaborated to digitise the photographic archives of Gala, Miner's and Crystal. These were cosmetic companies operating during and after the Second World War. If you are researching the history of cosmetics, or just interested in seeing the collection you can access the collection at http://www.vads.ac.uk/collections/LCFGALA. Remember to read the 'terms of use' at the bottom of the collection homepage

New Hairstyle Book

If you are interested in hairstyles from ancient times or the classic styles of all the decades in the twentieth century then we have a new book at Richmond House Library you'll want to read. You'll find a copy of Period hairstyles for studio, stage and screen : a practical reference for actors, models, make-up artists, photographers, Spencer, Kit , on the new books stand.

Olympia Beauty 2009

The Olympia Beauty show takes place on Sunday 20th and Monday 21st September at the Grand Hall, Olympia, London. This event is open only to trade and professional visitors over the age of 16 and you can register before the 18th September 2009 for FREE entrance by clicking on the 'Order tickets now' link on the show website.

Hairdressing: the foundations

The new 6th (2009) edition of Hairdressing: the foundations: the official guide to level 2, Palladino, is now in stock at Richmond House Library. Click on the title to see the copies available.

The Alternative Hair Show

The Alternative Hair Show 2009, will be held at The Royal Albert Hall, London, on Sunday 18 October. See the event website to book tickets and for further information.

New Spa Magazine
If you are looking for information on spa treatments, products and equipment, try looking in the European Spa magazine that is now available. There is a copy at both Richmond House and Summer Row Library.

10 Years Longer Live
10 Years Longer Live is a three-day event based on the Channel 4 television programme.
The event will feature the latest fashion, hair and beauty news and trends, demonstrations, advice on health and beauty, including the Fitness & Wellbeing Forum, and seminars. It will be taking place at Earls Court, London, Friday 3 -Sunday 5 July. For more info and to book tickets, see the event website.