My Story
A journey built on experience, a passion for helping others and a belief that everyone deserves to feel like themselves no matter what.
How it all began
My journey in the hair industry began when i was just 17. Over the years, i built a career as a stylist, salon owner and educator, always finding real enjoyment in helping people look and feel their best
But as my career progressed, I began to feel a growing desire to do something more, use my experience and skills to make bigger difference in peoples lives.
Working as a hair extension specialist, I had built long lasting relationships with many of my clients. As the years passed, I began to see their needs change. Some were experiencing age related thinning other were facing medical hair loss and going through treatments such as chemotherapy.
Despite my years of experience, I realised I couldn't always offer them a solution they needed
I wanted to be able to continue helping the women I saw and that realisation led me to explore a completely different area of the hair industry
Finding my purpose
When I first discovered specialist hair loss services, I felt an immediate connection. Something about this area of the industry drew me in, and I knew it was something I wanted to explore.
I began training in mesh integration, which became my introduction to hair loss solutions. Almost immediately, I found myself questioning existing techniques and looking for ways to improve both the methods and the experience for clients.
Over the following years, I developed my own integration methods, which I now teach to other hair professionals.
As I worked with more women experiencing hair loss, I quickly realised that no single solution would be right for everyone. Some clients needed integration, while others were better suited to wigs or toppers.
This led me into the world of wig making. I spent time learning about different hair types, cap constructions and materials, while listening carefully to the experiences and feedback of the women I worked with.
I began sourcing my own hair and materials and learning to construct wigs myself. Eventually, I started working with specialist manufacturers to produce my designs, allowing me to focus more of my time on the part of my work I valued most — being with my clients.
Every stage of that journey helped shape the approach I have today.
Following My Instincts
The more time I spent working with women experiencing hair loss, the less time I wanted to spend in my traditional hair salon.
Hairdressing had been my passion since I was 17, but I found myself developing an even deeper connection with my work in hair loss.
The women I was meeting, the conversations we shared and the opportunity to make a difficult experience a little easier gave me a real sense of purpose.
I began to understand that a wig or topper appointment was about far more than choosing beautiful hair. Many of the women visiting me were already going through challenging circumstances, and I wanted to create a space where they could feel comfortable, listened to and respected.
I wanted to offer more than a beautiful result. I wanted the experience itself to make a positive difference.
By 2020, I knew exactly where I wanted my career to go.
During the COVID pandemic, I contacted my salon manager and asked if she would like to take over the business.
Rather than sell the salon I'd spent years building, I decided to give it to her.
It felt like a completely natural decision. That chapter of my career had come to an end, and I was ready to pass it on to someone who could continue its success while I dedicated myself fully to hair loss.
Seeing her go on to make the salon such a success has been wonderful.
I've never doubted that it was the right decision.
I wasn't leaving the hair industry behind. I'd simply found a different purpose within it.
What My Clients Have Taught Me
One of the most unexpected parts of this journey has been how much the women I work with have changed me.
I'm continually inspired by their strength, honesty and the different ways they approach life's challenges.
The conversations we share have taught me so much about perspective. When things feel difficult in my own life, I often think about the experiences of others and find myself questioning whether the things I'm worrying about really matter in the bigger picture.
My clients have also reinforced something I believe is incredibly important — learning to advocate for yourself, trusting your instincts and having the confidence to speak up when something doesn't feel right.
Life doesn't always happen the way we expect or hope. We can't control everything that happens to us, but we can make choices about how we approach it, what matters to us and how we move forward.
These are lessons that have stayed with me, both personally and professionally.
I began this journey because I wanted to make a difference to other women, but I never expected just how much they would teach me in return.
And for that, I'll always be grateful.
To hear from some of my amazing clients take a look at our podcast ''Tell her''
I'd Love to Support You
For me, beautiful hair is only part of what I do.
I believe every woman deserves to feel listened to, respected and supported, particularly during times when life feels uncertain.
My approach is simple: honest advice, natural-looking hair and a personal experience built around you.
If you're beginning to explore your options, I'd love to welcome you and help you find a solution that feels right for you.
Sharni x
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