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Welcome to Need a Hair Makeover

Posted on July 7, 2023 | Leave a comment

I’m Diane Shawe, and I’m the founder of this blog. I started Need a Hair Makeover in September 2010 as a way to share my passion for hair, beauty, and entrepreneurship.

Over the years, this blog has evolved into a resource for entrepreneurs interested in the hair extensions and hair loss sector, as well as those who want to learn more about how to grow their businesses through franchising and living a healthy lifestyle.

I also write about business development and personal development topics, as I believe that these are all essential ingredients for success in any industry.

My goal is to provide my readers with informative and helpful content that will help them achieve their goals. I also want to create a community where people can connect with each other and share their experiences.

Whether you’re a hair professional, an entrepreneur, or simply someone who loves learning about hair and beauty, I hope you’ll find something of value on this blog.

Here’s what you can expect to find on Need a Hair Makeover:

Hair extensions and hair loss: I write about the latest trends in hair extensions, as well as the latest research on hair loss. I also share my personal experiences with hair extensions and hair loss, in the hope that it will help others who are struggling with these issues.
Franchising: I’m a big believer in franchising, and I write about the benefits of franchising for hair professionals. I also share tips on how to find the right franchise opportunity and how to be successful as a franchisee.
Healthy lifestyle: I believe that a healthy lifestyle is essential for success in any industry. I write about the importance of eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep. I also share my favorite healthy recipes and fitness tips.
Business development: I write about the strategies and tactics that businesses can use to grow and succeed. I also share my own experiences as an entrepreneur, in the hope that it will help others who are starting their own businesses.
Personal development: I believe that personal development is essential for both personal and professional success. I write about the importance of setting goals, taking risks, and learning from your mistakes. I also share my favorite personal development books and resources.

I hope you’ll join me on this journey!

Thank you for visiting Need a Hair Makeover. I hope you’ll find something of value on this blog. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely

Recommended Brain Check Tool to Help reduce your risk of dementia

Posted on January 19, 2023 | 1 comment

I came across an article today suggesting a brain checker tool to help avoid dementia.

I covered this topic in another of my blogs back in 2019 when another report came out stating Scientists have long found a possible link between anticholinergic drugs and an increased risk of dementia.
A study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine on Monday suggests that the link is strongest for certain classes of anticholinergic drugs — particularly antidepressants such as paroxetine or amitriptyline, bladder antimuscarinics such as oxybutynin or tolterodine, antipsychotics such as chlorpromazine or olanzapine and antiepileptic drugs such as oxcarbazepine or carbamazepine.

Study is important because it strengthens a growing body of evidence showing that strong anticholinergic drugs have long term associations with dementia risk,” said Carol Coupland, professor of medical statistics in primary care at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom and first author of the study.

We wish it wasn’t the case but, unfortunately, memory loss is a hot topic. People have countless questions about brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
What really causes it? Read more

So the Alzheimer’s Research UK has launched a new app which gives people of all ages tips on how to keep their brains active and to reduce the risk of dementia.

The brain checker tool encourages people to do more to look after their brains, and offers suggestions to stay sharp.

Dementia is the term used to describe a set of symptoms that over time can affect memory, problem-solving, language and behaviour.

The disease is progressive, which means symptoms may be mild or even unnoticeable at first, but they get worse over time. There are many types of dementia but Alzheimer’s disease is the most common. The next most common is vascular dementia

Well excuse me.. In March 2015, researchers published a prospective cohort study in JAMA Internal Medicine called “Cumulative Use of Strong Anticholinergics and Incident Dementia.”

The University of Washington and Seattle healthcare system, Group Health, conducted the long-term study which tracked 3,434 men and women who were aged 65 and up, and had no dementia when the study began.

The team accessed every participant’s history of drug use for the previous decade, including both over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Over a 7-year timeline, they followed up with all the participants every two years, during which 797 participants developed dementia (637 of whom developed Alzheimer’s disease).

As researchers looked back on what those 797 individuals took, anticholinergic drugs became the main suspect. The most common anticholinergics participants used were tricyclic antidepressants, first-generation antihistamines, and bladder antimuscarinics.

Compared to those who didn’t take anticholinergic drugs, people who did for as little as three years were 54% more likely to develop dementia.

What Are Anticholinergics?
Usually, these types of drugs are prescribed to treat problems including urinary incontinence, Parkinson’s disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD).

Anticholinergic drugs’ main purpose is to block the actions and effects of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter which causes muscles to contract, activates pain responses and regulates endocrine and REM sleep functions.

It’s just a natural fact of life – as we age, our bodies’ ability to produce acetylcholine decreases. Since the brain actually contains many acetylcholine-producing cells, as Harvard editor Beverly Merz highlights, “blocking its effects can deliver a double whammy to older people.”

It was suggested that if you want to keep your head clear and brain functioning as highly as possible, steering clear of anticholinergic drugs seems ideal.

However, it is important to recognize that the long-term study revealed only a small portion of drugs was interfering with cognitive function. So, please discuss with your doctor if you’re thinking of getting off any prescribed medications.

I know that we have to try all avenues to help combat what is now the fastest growing health problem around the world.

Most children are pretty advanced on their mobile phones

Almost everyone has a mobile phone, a good percentage of owners pay games on their phone. We have the highest users of technology and evening is becoming automated. So if we are already using technology how is just a checker going to help? Just asking

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Diane Shawe Celebrity Hair Extensions Specialist Wins Two Prestigious Salon Awards in The West Midlands

Posted on May 19, 2021 | Leave a comment

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Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hair loss Specialist Salon received the ‘Best Salon for Hair Extensions’ and ‘Creative Image of the Year’ 2020′ at the Salon Awards.

Diane Shawe Signature & Celebrity Hair Extension Specialist and owner of Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hair loss Specialist Salons was launched 4 years ago to help people with Hair Challenges by disguising thin hair, damaged hair, hereditary problems or bald patches caused by chemicals, alopecia illness or medical treatment.

looking for a viable business opportunity

Diane has trained over 4000 students worldwide through her Hair Extensions Training Academy since 2005 and is also the author of ‘Getting Started in the Hair Extensions Business’ and ‘How hair Extensions are Sourced, treated and Graded’ Her goal was always to launch a franchise business model and made the first stages of this by and selling her first Franchise just before the Covid 19 lockdown in March 2020 and has been patiently waiting to get things back on track.

Diane’s initial excitement in selling her first franchise turned out to be a long drawn out waiting game but she still held out hope that both her and the franchisee would come out the other end unscathed, safe and still excited

Diane said: “We really do consider ourselves to be not only the best Hair Extensions and Hair loss Salon in the West Midlands but one of the best business opportunity for anyone wanting to open a specialist salon with impressive returns!

She goes on further to say “Just being a finalist would have been a massive achievement, but to win two awards was amazing considering the year we have had!” about the awards she goes on further to say that “Usually, we would be invited to an awards ceremony for the announcement od the winners, but it was 2020 style – Champagne, pyjamas and Zoom!”

Diane said “No matter who you are, your background, culture, age or gender, when you have problems with your hair, you want a non invasive quick solution to the problem, even those who just simple want a makeover for a wedding, special occasion, work or for personal reasons”

Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extension & Hair loss Specialist Salon became finalist in three categories

a) Best Customer Experience
b) Best Salon West Midlands and
c) Best Hair Extensions Salon
and Winners in two categories’
a) Best Hair extension Salon and
b) Creative Image of the Year by Diane Shawe

They had to submit an essay, pictures, and videos, highlighting how their business was different to others in the county, to a panel of four judges.

“We are so proud to receive this award after months of uncertainty. Hopefully it will be one of many!”

Diane Shawe Signature & Celebrity Hair Extension Specialist and owner of Need a Hair Makeover Hair Extensions & Hair loss Specialist Salons was launched 4 years ago to help people with Hair Challenges by disguising thin hair, damaged hair, hereditary problems or bald patches caused by chemicals, alopecia illness or medical treatment.

About Need a Hair Makeover (NAHM Specialist Salon Franchise ltd) Would you like to own your own Hair Extensions & Hair loss Business?

Then you’ll find a massive opportunity here at Need A Hair Makeover & Hair loss Franchise!

Were we will train you, Establish your Outlet, Promote you and Support your Business Enterprise under our Brand. For many people around the world, hair loss, caused by illness, medication or stress, thin or short hair that wont grow, heat or chemically damaged hair is a major problem.

The salons specialise in disguising hair challenges with a variety of non invasive hair makeover solutions for temporary, semi permanent or long term comfort.
Diane said “No matter who you are, your background, culture, age or gender, when you have problems with your hair, you want a non invasive quick solution to the problem, even those who just simple want a makeover for a wedding, special occasion, work or for personal reasons”

http://www.needahairmakeoverfranchise.co.uk

The main aims of Need a Hair Makeover & Hair loss Specialist Franchise Salons are to deliver the highest quality, the most innovative hair extensions techniques, hair loss treatments and disguises, hair care products and services to the maximum amount of people around the globe in a convenient, consistent, affordable, and enjoyable manner in our stylish salons.

The growing demand for applying bespoke high end human hair extensions and ultra high quality heat resistant synthetic hair and wigs across European Regions have created new opportunities for a new kind of specialist salons.

If your interested in investing in your own specialist salon in your region or booking a service visit our website https://www.needahairmakeoverfranchise.co.uk.

Contact: Diane Shawe
NAHM Specialist Salon Franchise Ltd
160 City Road
London
EC1V 2NX
Tel 0208 133 8212
email:contact@needahairmakeoverfranchise.co.uk

The Secret of How Rock Star Advisors can Help Your Business Grow by Diane Shawe

Posted on February 25, 2021 | Leave a comment

A lot of people refer to them as Influencers today but here’s a little secret that can help you raise your status or even attract funding to help you successfully grow your business, So what’s the secret? find and
leverage mentors and advisors.

You might think this is odd and not doable, but think about it, this is a win win senerio.

So, who or what are advisors?

Advisors are successful people that you respect and that agree to help your company. Advisors are generally successful and/or retired executives, business owners, service providers, professors, or others that could help your business.

Advisors generally will not cost you any money (you don’t pay them), although I do recommend giving
them stock options to incentivise them to contribute as much as possible. But one of the benefits to them is that they also need referrals and new clients.

Getting advisors is not a requirement for raising money, but they have multiple benefits as follows:

Practice: if you can’t successfully pitch an advisor to invest time in your business, then you’re not
going to successfully pitch anyone to invest money in your business. So, practice your pitch on
prospective advisors first, and use that practice to perfect it.
Connections to capital and more: as successful individuals, advisors often have the ability to
invest directly in your company; and/or they tend to have large, high quality networks of
individuals they can introduce you to. Likewise the right mentors and advisors can connect you with
key strategic partners, employees and customers.
Credibility: having quality advisors gives your company instant credibility in the eyes of investors,
partners, customers, etc., can build enormous credibility.
Operational success: Having Advisors with whom you can discuss key business matters as you grow your venture will help ensure you make the right decisions,
particularly if they have encountered and dealt with the same challenges already in their careers.

Business Planning & Finance

We assist startups or established businesses to generate a business plan and projections. We then help them to raise any finaces to help setup or expand their business.

http://www.virtualpersonalassistance.com/express-business-plan-fundraising. . .