In a recent issue of
WWD Beauty Biz, the editors named the hairdressers and make-up artists who they predict will
be the industry’s next members of the elite. For each identified future dynamo, the magazine ran a hair style shot along with a quote. The talented group’s words of wisdom tended to fall into two categories: what inspires them creatively, and the importance of continually growing in the hairdressing profession.
For example,
New York City hair designer John Ruidant said, “I get bored of the same thing. It’s good to change. If you don’t change, you never evolve. It’s a natural progression.” That may not be the most profound or articulate statement I’ve ever heard, but it still makes a point. The first sentence is what strikes me the most. Instead of getting comfortable with something that’s working, he gets bored. That made me think that it’s kind of a gift if you get bored easily, because you’re always looking to try something new.
Benoit Moeyaert, also of NYC, said that he likes to try something at least a little different with every head of hair, because that way “there’s a challenge each time. You’re constantly moving forward and never staying in the same place.” I have no idea whether Ruidant, Moeyaert or the other several salon professionals will fulfill the editors’ prophecy. But I like the way they think. Growth and
continuing hair education give every hairdresser the potential to be the next superstar.