In this episode of The Detangled Podcast by Avlon, Louis Driver and Jacqui McIntosh are joined by freelance hairdresser and Avlon educator Rachel Feltham, who runs her own home-based studio.

Rachel shares the energy, curiosity and continual thinking behind building an independent career in hairdressing. From creating a professional space at home and developing her own way of working, to navigating social media, education and visibility within the industry, this is a conversation about building a career that reflects who you are.

For professionals who want to keep learning, keep questioning and keep moving forward, Rachel offers an honest perspective on independence, creativity and trusting your own direction.

Key Topics Covered

Building a freelance hairdressing career from a home-based studio

Creating a professional salon experience within a home setting

Finding independence and developing your own way of working

Creativity, curiosity and keeping ideas moving

Growing confidence in your craft and career decisions

Rachel’s journey into education and becoming an Avlon educator

The value of continued learning and professional development

Navigating social media as an independent hairdresser

Using social media to share work, build community and create visibility

Staying connected to the wider hair industry beyond the salon chair

Stay Connected

Follow the hosts:
Louis Driver: @louisdoeshair
Jacqui McIntosh: @jacqui.mcintosh

Follow Rachel Feltham:
@rachelhhairstudio

Follow Avlon:
Avlon: @avlon
Avlon UK: @avlonuk

Production Credits

Producers: Louis Driver & Jacqui McIntosh
Recorded at: Storyhouse Studios — @storyhouse_studios
Cover Artwork Illustration: @bibanabi
Cover Design: Louis Driver

The Detangled Podcast is part of Avlon Europe. Discover more at:
https://avloneurope.co.uk/