I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to be Hair magazine’s Ultimate Hairdresser. It is a complete honour.

The Hair magazine awards are just fantastic, they celebrate all that’s great about hairdressing from salon and consumer products to salons, retailers to hairdressers and to be crowned their Ultimate Hairdresser is just amazing. I would like to thank Hair for all their support and for this outstanding acknowledgement they have given me.

There was some stiff and worthy competition for this award and I'm over the moon to have been chosen. I am passionate about providing the best hairdressing service to everyone I meet, there’s nothing better than the smile on a client’s face when you’ve given them their dream hair, it’s addictive and I can’t even imagine doing anything else.

Thank you once again.

We spent 5 weeks prepping for our first Tribe show, colouring hair and creating wigs. All the wigs were coloured by hand and sewn by hand, there are four heads of hair in each wig so as you can imagine it was a huge effort!

The atmosphere backstage at the show was amazing, the adrenaline was pumping, everyone worked so hard and at such a pace to get everything perfect – It was an amazing combination of creativity and team work.

Before we put the wigs on we filled each model’s hair with glitter, the room was literally a tsunami of glitter. Then it was outfits, nails and amazing make up – that final hour before the show was completely manic, but so worth it – the final looks were totally breathtaking.

My heart was in my mouth as the show started... after all the teams hard work this is where it all became REAL!!! Once the models stepped on stage there was nothing left for us to do.

I loved watching every single moment of the show – from the ribbon trapeze display, to the moment each of the 8 modes made their entrance... each looking so stunning and so different. And it was so dramatic when the girls ripped off their wigs, and threw them into the crowd at the same time a massive glitter bomb went off – it was just a brilliant moment.

When the team came on stage the applause was deafening making all our hard work totally worth it. We loved our first Redken Tribe show – we think it was, it was show-stoppingly spectacular and we’re already thinking of what we can do next year!

Take a look at the shots 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 and experience the show for yourself!

It's official - Andrew Barton is the UK’s favourite Celebrity Hairdresser, ahead of Nicky Clarke and Trevor Sorbie! Reveal has announced Andrew as WINNER of Celebrity hairdresser of the year, beating his rivals to this prestigious honour.

Andrew is one of Reveal’s guest columnists and styled TV personality Melinda Messenger’s hair for a shoot with the magazine earlier this year that was hugely popular with readers. Andrew’s flagship salon is set to open in London’s Covent Garden this November. Call 0207 208 7134 to book an appointment now with Andrew’s award winning team and get a little bit of that Barton Magic in time for Christmas!

Reveal magazine began their hunt for the best hair care products on the market at the beginning of this year.

The votes are now in and have been counted and Andrew’s GLOSS BOSS shine serum came out as the WINNER in best finishing product for curly hair category. GLOSS BOSS beat countless other hopefuls for this prestigious honour and Andrew’s hair care range continues to go from strength to strength and win awards for best hair care across the board.

GLOSS BOSS shine serum is available from ASDA nationwide.

Andrew Barton I Love Volume Volumptious Mousse was awarded as the essential tool to make hair ‘Big and Sexy’ in the Hair Heroes column of Chat magazine – 27 August 2009 issue.

Mousse is often cast away as an old fashioned product but for girls that want full hair it’s the hairdressers’ secret weapon and one my kit bag wouldn’t be without. This lightweight formula contains Ceteareth-25 in luxuriant foam that is extra smooth and creamy. The added silicone helps reduce fly away and adds shine. Conditioning polymers ensure hair is flexible but has grip as well as heat protection, with no stickiness or residue.

I Love Volume Volumptious Mousse is available from ASDA nationwide.

Andrew Barton SOS Help Me! Conditioner is to “die for”
The London Paper – August 2009

Andrew Barton SOS Help Me! Super Repair Conditioner is a recommended “our pick” to get the “London Style” according to The London Paper. This hero conditioner is super lightweight on your hair but don’t be fooled as it packs a moisture punch as good as it gets with an extra dose of shea protein to enhance moisture levels in the hair. A pinch of frankincense is also included to reduce the damage from treating the hair with chemicals. So go on, target your most vulnerable bits with this fabulous conditioner every time you wash and flaunt your sexy locks.

SOS Help Me! Super Repair Conditioner is available from ASDA nationwide.

The new Andrew Barton Blown Away hair dryer was recently voted one of The Times’ top 25 hair care products of 2009. The high spec dryer was praised for delivering ‘ultra-fast drying and frizz-free, shiny hair’. And we’re not surprised; the powerful dryer is light, quiet and super quick and leaves the hair with a perfectly smooth finish. It also comes with a diffuser - perfect for creating boho waves and leaving hair with more of a natural look.

The Times feature also includes other classic hair care products (Blown Away is in very good company!) including John Frieda Frizz-Ease Serum and Denman’s Classic Styling Brush.

Source: The Times Online, August 12, 2009 - The top 25 haircare products of 2009

Blown Away - Professional 2000W Dryer is available from Argos nationwide.

Its official - Andrew Barton SOS Last Another Day dry shampoo is a Beauty Wish List item!

As Seen in Love-it! Magazine July 2009.

Love-it! magazine have put this time saving dry shampoo on their beauty ‘wish list’ to ensure your hair stays gorgeous on the go. This brilliant quick drying spray adds volume to hair that needs revitalising and boosts roots resulting in a dazzling red carpet look that looks fresh and salon styled.

Scented with South American Brazil nut this handy handbag essential will become part of every busy lady’s beauty regime. Simply spray this rice starch based formula onto hair, paying particular attention to the roots – to achieve sexy desk to dance floor hair. Brilliant, hair that will last another day what a fabulous secret weapon!

SOS Last Another Day Dry Shampoo is available exclusively in ASDA stores nationwide.

We were delighted last week that Making Waves, the fabulous new Triple Barrel Waver from the Andrew Barton hair appliances range, was recommended in Look magazine as one of 'This Weeks Wonder Products'.

The journalist commented that she was addicted to the waver, and we aren't surprised – the hair is simply clamped between the hot plates (just like a crimper) for a few seconds to leave it with mermaid-esque waves – brilliant! The product is perfect for hair that is difficult to curl or for creating fabulous 1940’s movie star style finger waves, and at £30 it won’t break the bank.

Making Waves - Salon Triple Barrel Waver is available from Argos nationwide.

Andrew Barton Shiny Happy Hair SOS Help Me Twice a week conditioning has recently been honoured with the award of best hair mask in the Psychologies magazine Beauty Awards 2009.

20 hair masks were blind-tested by Psychologies readers and the Andrew Barton SOS Help Me twice a week conditioning was voted as the overall winner. The Andrew Barton hair mask is the superstar of hair treatments for when hair needs SOS repair.

Enriched with gorgeous shea butter and frankinsense to help gently mend all the cracks and soothe the hair cuticles. An injection of Pro Vitamin B5 also adds supercharged shine to hair. Ladies all you need to do to achieve fabulous hair is massage a walnut sized portion into the hair ends and work almost to roots. Leave in for 3 minutes, comb through and rinse thoroughly. For extra pampering, wrap your hair in a towel as you soak in the tub relaxing.

SOS Help Me! Twice a Week Conditioner is available exclusively in ASDA stores nationwide.

Andrew’s first collection of hair electrical styling tools launch exclusively in Argos on 25th July 2009 – designed to deliver a salon-styled hair makeover with ease every time.

The collection includes four fabulous no-nonsense tools – a high performance dryer, triple barrel waver, high heat straightener and a big barrelled curling tong designed to create shiny, glamorous, sexy new looks and a salon finish at home.

Functional yet fun, the four products BLOWN AWAY, MAKING WAVES, STRAIGHT ANSWER and I LOVE CURLS, are styled in sleek black and neon, ensuring your dressing table is as on trend as your hair.

BUY THE PRODUCTS FROM ARGOS HERE

Andrew has been nominated for British Hairdresser of the Year, Most Wanted Hair Icon and Ultimate Hairdresser. As a former winner of British Hairdresser of the Year in 2006/2007 and Hair Icon in 2008 he is hoping for the grand slam in 2009.

Andrew Barton didn't need asking twice to use his 10 Years Younger consumer credentials and his own adoption experience to add impact as keynote speaker at a recent fundraising event held by the British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF). “Supporting the BAAF was an honour and a great chance for me to help just by giving my time. It was the easiest decision I’ve made in a long time!” said Andrew.

The concept of the BAAF 'Bag Ladies' event held at Canary Wharf was to bring together those who both enjoy fashion and, at the same time, want to help this outstanding association to continue their work protecting some of the UK’s most vulnerable children.

A major supporter of BAAF, as well as sharing his own adoption experiences alongside Channel 4’s Head of Diversity Oona King (who herself adopted two children), Andrew put up a hair makeover for the auction. Not surprisingly, the Andrew Barton makeover was the hit of the night being the item receiving the single highest bid of the night... even beating a handbag donated by Victoria Beckham. It was so popular that he offered a second makeover and together both contributed significantly towards the evening’s total funds raised of £10,400.

“Andrew was wonderful, everyone said how touching his speech was and they were all in stitches as he and Oona played auctioneers!” commented Julie Elston of BAAF.

The auction also included a range of gorgeous handbags kindly donated by designers including Chanel, Vivienne Westwood and Nichole Farhi. All monies raised will help BAAF continue its work to help find secure, loving families for children who can no longer live at home.

Andrew Barton is proud to announce that he has accepted a position as Ambassador for The British Hairdressing Council.

The Hairdressing Council set up in 1964 by Act of Parliament, is committed to raising standard across the industry.

The Hairdressing Council believes in the professionalism and passion of hairdressing and is making the industry self-regulated. Their vision is that every hairdresser should be state registered which would eliminate cowboys who practise hairdressing with no qualifications or experience whatsoever.

The membership of the British Hairdressing Council includes MPs, doctors, representatives from the major manufacturers, salon owners and business owners. These 17 people meet and discuss ways in which they can help State Registered Hairdressers keep up-to-date with everything going on in the industry.

Andrew has teamed up with Racoon International, the best in the industry, to develop his own range of 'instant glamour' hair extensions.

He says “From TV makeovers to celebrity hair, fashion catwalks to glitzy photo shoots, I love using clip in hair extensions to get the Barton Look! Go gorgeous without busting your budget with these fast and fabulous new 'Instant Glamour' clip in hair extensions.”

Whether you’re off to a party, want to change your look or simply need a bit more volume, the Andrew Barton range of clip in hair extensions make it so quick and easy for you to achieve at home.

Andrew Barton Clip In Hair Extensions are now available at your local Sally Salon Services at over 300 stores nationwide.

To find your nearest local store please visit Sally Salon Services or call 08700 500 868.

For the first time ever the 'Ten Years Younger' team create hair makeovers for ten lucky ladies.

"This is going to be a very busy weekend for me. I’ve just done the official opening with Myleene Klass and the team, now it’s off for three days of live makeovers. We’ll be bringing the TV show to life with makeovers, including cutting, colour, make-up and styling. It's going to be great fun."

"I’m very excited, I think it’s going to be brilliant. I’ve also got my own area where I can meet my ladies and give them style advice. They'll also have a chance to buy my products from hair care, styling tools and extensions."

"Straight from the show on Sunday evening, I leave for Ibiza where I am going to get married with around 70 guests - so a pretty eventful weekend all round!"

Andrew Barton swapped his hairdryer for his running shoes to support the Alzheimer’s Society running the BUPA 10K for the first time.

He says “I am delighted to help bring attention to Alzheimer's disease. This heartbreaking illness has affected me in so many ways over the years, from grandparents to friend's families and my client's families too. Rather than running a personal best, I hope to be able to chat to people along the route ... even give out a few hair tips on the way! It's an occupational hazard but one I love!”

Andrew will be supporting a charity event to help raise money for the British Association for Adoption & Fostering (BAAF).

Famous designer and celebrity handbags, a top T.V. hairdresser, beauty makeovers and champagne! What more could you ask for from an evening out?

All this can be found at this year’s Bag Ladies, which is being hosted by Oona King and run by the BAAF. Andrew will be the guest speaker sharing his experiences of being adopted and offering a beautiful haircut as one of the prizes in the Bag Ladies' auction.

This will be a fabulous evening for everyone who enjoys fashion and who would like to help some of the UK’s most vulnerable children.

In 2010 BAAF will be celebrating 30 years of supporting, advising and campaigning for better outcomes for children in care. They work with everyone involved with adoption and fostering across the UK. They have regional and country offices in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, providing services to meet the needs of some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.

GMTV weather girl Kirsty McCabe has worn her hair long and blonde for 10 years.

But just five months after landing the role of weather presenter on the ITV breakfast show, it seems she's already feeling pressure to meet the demands of television.

The 33-year-old decided she desperately needed to update her look – and appear more youthful – and turned to 10 Years Younger haidresser Andrew Barton.

The Scottish star debuted her new look on GMTV this morning and fortunately, was pleased with the results!

She said "I've had pretty much the same hair style for the past 10 years. As we're expecting a nice summer I thought I'd take the plunge... I love it – it’s a lot shorter than I had imagined but I really like it. It’s nothing like I've had before – but it feels really fresh and perfect for a hot summer."

Andrew Barton is proud to announce that he has accepted a position as Ambassador for the Prince's Trust.

Founded by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1976 The Prince's Trust gives practical and financial support to young people who need it most. They help develop key skills, confidence and motivation, enabling young people to move into work, education or training. Each working day, The Prince’s Trust helps 100 more young people to start their journey towards a more successful future – that’s 41,324 in total last year.

Andrew is looking forward to being a mentor to young people and is looking into the prospect of running an apprenticeship scheme for young hairdressers in conjunction with the Prince's Trust.

Seven new products hit the shelves in Asda this month taking the range to 22 products.

The new products are:

› SOS Help Me – Dry Shampoo
› SOS Help Me – Super Repair Shampoo
› SOS Help Me – Super Repair Conditioner
› SOS Help Me – Twice A Week Conditioner sachet
› Frizz Tamer – Salon Smooth Conditioner
› Frizz Tamer – Salon Smooth Shampoo
› I Love Volume – Volumptious Mousse

VIEW HAIR CARE RANGE HERE

Andrew Barton has signed up as Racoon International’s brand ambassador for 2009 and 2010 – bringing together two of the biggest names in the hairdressing industry.

Andrew will be working on a number of exciting projects with the top hair extension company including styling Racoon International’s iconic style collection with the Racoon International Art Team.

Andrew said “I’ve always loved working with, and relied on, Racoon extensions. These unique and gorgeous extensions have helped me make some great transformations and award winning imagery. The Racoon passion, professionalism and brilliant training standards are hugely impressive. When it comes to hair extensions there is only one choice and that’s why I am thrilled to be the Racoon hair ambassador.”

Andrew heads up the 'Ten Years Younger' Hair Team as part of a new format for Series 7 of the highly successful Channel 4 makeover show.

Myleene Klass has been unveiled as the new host following a radical overhaul.

It will include a format twist called Natural vs. The Knife, where members of the public will assess whether plastic surgery is the best way of maintaining youthful looks.

“It's a real privilege to have led the hair team for 7 years on such a well-established show that makes a monumental difference to people's lives” says Andrew.

10 Years Younger returns to our screens in Autumn 2009.

Andrew Barton is proud to announce he we will be launching several ranges of hair accessories and brushes with JenClare Brands.

Andrew has worked closely with JenClare to create ranges of no nonsense brushes and glamorous hair accessories that are easy to use and make you feel gorgeous every day. Every product has the hallmark of an exclusive professional range without the hefty price tag!

Andrew Barton is proud to anounce agreement to become ambassador for Barnardo's the children’s charity.

He said "It’s great to see the work which Barnardo’s do. These young people show us that there is hope for those who have been affected by difficult circumstances. They have inspired me and I hope that my visit and Barnardo’s Fostering and Adoption Week will encourage people to help Barnardo’s."

Barnardo's vision is that the lives of all children and young people should be free from poverty, abuse and discrimination and the organisation is focused on helping the most vulnerable children and young people transform their lives and fulfil their potential. They believe in the potential in every child and young person, no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. They support them, stand up for them and bring out the best in each and every child.

To fund its work, Barnardo's relies upon voluntary support from celebrities like Andrew to encourage donations from the public, companies and trusts. Barnardo's is also heavily reliant on over 11,000 volunteers who work tirelessly to raise money or provide direct support to children and young people.