WHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM? ~ Ethically sourcing hair W/ Melanie Kirk

Send us Fan MailWHERE DOES YOUR HAIR COME FROM? Melanie Kirk from Arkitect Hair extension academy shares her incredible knowledge on hair extensions and where the hair comes from.Melanie is in her own words totally obsessed with all things hair and hair extensions! Having experienced hair loss herself, and working in the hair extensions business, she is passionate about ensuring that the hair she uses has been donated freely, going so far as to even visiting the source directly to ensure that there was a fair gain for the donors. She is spreading awareness of the dark side of the industry, and explains the importance of ensuring that hair is not being collected in an unsustainable or immoral way.Hair extensions are a $56.7 billion industry, and we have a responsibility as the consumer to support ethical trade practices- there are over 20,000 donations a day in India alone. we discuss some of the more unregulated areas of the hair we are buying, such as the country of origin, and correct labelling and descriptions.Todays episode will have you reflecting on the impact that consumerism can have around the world.She also explains how there are 37 different types of hair extension methods, and how to ensure you are learning the correct methods for your business and target demographic.Melanie also talks about how she can support your business, including aftercare following attendance of a course and how important this is.Connect with Melanie:Instagram- hairextensioncourses (@arkitecthairextensionacademy) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite-  Online Hair Extension Courses | Face to Face Hair Extension Courses | Bespoke Hair Extension Courses (arkitecthairextensionacademy.com)LinkedIn- Arkitect Hair Extension Academy - Melanie Kirk - Director - Arkitect Hair Extension Academy | LinkedInConnect with Hair therapy:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/HairTherapyUKInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/hairtherapyuk/Twitter- https://twitter.com/HairTherapyUKClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyThinking of starting your own podcast? Click on the link below to start 👇🏻https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1614631 Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy:FacebookInstagramTwitterClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyHair Therapy WebsiteDonate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! Laser Hair Growth Cap | At Home LLLT Therapy | FDA Cleared | LIVDOR Save £50 off LIVDOR laser cap with code HAIRTHERAPYUK