Menu
How I made it - Christel Lundqvist
For the month of March we are talking about education and experience. This week we talk to the super talented Creative Director of STIL salon and Global Creative Technical Director for TIGI, Christel Lundqvist.Title / Occupation:
Creative director of STIL salon and Global Creative Technical Director for TIGI
I’ve Been In The Business For…
Twenty years.
Qualifications:
Swedish Hairdressing diploma and UK NVQ qualifications. During my career I have completed numerous colour degrees by global manufacturers.
My First Job:
Was in Sweden and I loved it! However I was petrified answering the phones at work, along with talking to clients at the age of 15.
How I Got To Where I Am Now:
Throughout my career I have naturally developed into working in other parts of hairdressing; having my own business is something that has been a dream of mine for a long time.
Worst Day At Work?
Can’t remember to be honest as I love what I do! But sometimes it gets a little hectic, and when it does it seems like it’s all upside down.
Best Accomplishment So Far In My Career:
Winning at the British hairdressing awards was a great personal achievement.
How I Stay Motivated:
I love hair and what I do, so it’s more of a lifestyle than a job which gets me going every day.
Why It’s Important To Keep Learning:
It’s very important to stay on top of what you do as clients are so aware of fashion these days, so the demand is very high. Plus it’s so inspiring and rewarding to constantly evolve and learn new things. I love the saying, ‘what’s new today is old tomorrow.’
My Working Day:
I’m very fortunate that my day to day life is very varied, due to travel, working on shoots, developing products and being in the salon. But typically I would start at 6am and my day would be filled with hair, fashion, education and wonderful clients and finish at 8.30pm.
Most Useful Piece Of Advice I've Ever Been Given:
Never compromise on your standards.
When I'm Not Working In Hair I'm...
In the gym, out and about, eating out and spending time with my family.
Freelance Focus
Freelance Focus, is a one stop resource for anyone working as a freelancer or thinking of going freelance in the hair & beauty industry, which includes a FREE downloadable guide filled with advice, useful insights, experiences and tips (from experienced freelancers) to help you understand the steps needed to make the right choices for you.
Featured products
Delivery
Collection
Please login to your account to check stock in your local store.
OFFER
VEGAN
Delivery
Collection
Please login to your account to check stock in your local store.
3 for €20
OFFER
Delivery
Collection
Please login to your account to check stock in your local store.
3 FOR 2
View Details
Delivery
Collection
Please login to your account to check stock in your local store.
Delivery
Collection
Please login to your account to check stock in your local store.
Delivery
Collection
Please login to your account to check stock in your local store.
Back to Posts
Tags
- 2021
- 2023 nails
- accessories
- acids
- acne
- anniversary
- anxiety
- appointments
- apps
- autumn
- autumn hair
- autumn nail trends
- balayage
- banking
- beauticians
- beauty
- beauty guidance
- bleach
- blonde
- botox
- brassy
- bridal
- bright hair
- brows
- business
- cancellation
- capital & me
- cash flow
- chairs
- checklist
- christmas
- christmas nails
- chrome
- clean
- clients
- collection
- colour
- colourists
- covid-19
- creative colour
- cruelty free
- curls
- customer
- design
- education
- event
- facial
- fall
- festival
- finance
- freelance
- furniture
- gel
- gellux
- glam
- glossy waves
- glow
- guide
- guidelines
- hair art
- hair dye
- hair industry
- hairdresser
- hairdressers
- hairdressers advice
- hairdressers guide
- hairdressing
- hairstyles
- halloween
- health
- how to
- hygiene
- ideas
- indola
- ingredients
- inoa
- inspiration
- interiors
- interview
- keratin
- keune
- l’oréal
- l’oréal professionnel
- lamination
- lashes
- lockdown
- loreal
- l'oreal
- l'oreal professional
- loyalty
- macadamia
- make up
- makeup
- manicure
- marketing
- mens
- mens hair
- men's hairstyles
- mental health
- mobile
- nail
- nail art
- nail creations
- nail design
- nail industry
- nail inspiration
- nail trends
- nailart
- nails
- natural
- neutralise
- new years
- nxt
- olaplex
- opi
- organised
- oval
- party
- party hair
- pastel colours
- planning
- preparation
- pricing
- products
- professional hair
- professional hair care
- professional tan
- protect
- pulp riot
- re opening
- redken
- re-open
- reopening
- reopening hair salon
- retail
- reverse balayage
- safety
- salon
- salon finance
- salon management
- salon refit
- salon services
- salon system
- salons
- savings
- schwarzkopf
- self care
- selfcare
- self-employed
- semi permanent
- sensitive skin
- skills
- skincare
- skincare steps
- skincare tips
- smoky hair
- social
- social media
- spa
- spraytan
- spring
- square
- starting your own business
- step by step
- step-by-step
- stylist
- success
- summer
- summer hair trends
- sun damage
- tanning
- technique
- textured nails
- the met gala
- tigi
- time to improve
- tips
- tips & advice
- tips for reopening business
- toner
- toning
- training
- treatment
- trends
- tutorial
- unwind
- updo
- upgrade
- upskills
- valentines
- vegan
- wahl
- wax
- waxing
- week
- wella
- wella professionals
- wellbeing
- winter
Latest Posts
- A Guide To NXT Blonde FX
- Brand of the month - who are Procare?
- Helping clients with hair loss
- Y3K: Your gateway to the future of hair and beauty!
- Embrace the goodness of clean beauty with Bonacure!
- Festival Hair Styles
- Tenniscore: The Tennis Trend Taking Over This Summer 2024
- Top 3 Wedding Hair Trends 2024
- Beautiful Hair Moments From The MET Gala
- A Week In My Shoes - Yovanka Loria
Related Posts
A Guide To NXT Blonde FX
Transform your blonde in as little as 10 seconds with Blonde FX by NXT
In the ever-evolving world of hair colour, staying ahead of the curve means embracing innovation. That’s exactly what NTX has done with their latest breakthrough: Blonde FX. This instant neutralizing fluid is set to revolutionise how professionals achieve cool, radiant blonde hair. Lets dive into what makes Blonde FX a must-have in your hair care arsenal and how you can use it to deliver stunning results.
Brand of the month - who are Procare?
In the vibrant world of hairdressing and professional salon care, the tools and accessories used by stylists can make all the difference in the final result. This month, we’re excited to feature Procare as our Brand of the Month—a name that has become synonymous with innovation, quality, and reliability in the hairdressing industry.
Helping clients with hair loss
August is Hair Loss Awareness Month. Read on to learn how you can help your clients dealing with hair loss.
Y3K: Your gateway to the future of hair and beauty!
Picture yourself entering a modern salon where fashion and technology combine, and the idea of beauty is reimagined. Welcome to Y3K, a revolutionary trend shaping the future of hair and beauty. Y3K combines futuristic metallic looks and cyber-chic styles with advanced technology, inspired by the year 3000.
Embrace the goodness of clean beauty with Bonacure!
Get beautiful, healthy-looking hair without compromise with Clean Beauty by Bonacure, from Schwarzkopf Professional.
Clean Beauty by Bonacure celebrates simplicity in a world clouded by choice, with advanced formulas free from unnecessary ingredients, liberating hair from its dependence on sulphates and other chemicals.
Festival Hair Styles
Certain styles that we see every festival season never go out of fashion. And let's be honest, even if your clients aren't going to a festival, playing is still fun!
Tenniscore: The Tennis Trend Taking Over This Summer 2024
The elegance of classic tennis attire inspires the #tenniscore trend. Think preppy polo tops and crisp cottons, to quintessential tennis whites. The sporty nails trend has inspired people to play with their fashion and accessories,
Top 3 Wedding Hair Trends 2024
Summer’s here and your bridal clients are getting ready for their big day! Check out some of our favourite bridal styles for summer 2024.