Why this Mid Sussex hairdresser is offering free virtual hair consultations

Based inside Energie Fitness in East Grinstead, the mother of three was forced to close her salon following government guidance for gyms, alongside other public places, to close.

Lennie Stratton, 37, said: “I’ve been a hairdresser for 20 years, but never realised how much we keep people’s mental health in check.

“I’ve seen a lot of hairdressers panicking, but thought I would try to stay positive and encourage people to keep in contact with their hairdressers.

“I feel hair is just as important as fitness, it’s about image.”

Lennie, who lives in Copthorne, has also been offering haircare regime packs for people to buy alongside her virtual consultations.

She said how she was inspired by gyms and dance companies being among those that were offering virtual classes.

Lennie said: “Being at the hairdressers isn’t just about getting your hair done, it’s also about how it makes you feel.

“You don’t have to worry about anything else, it’s you time, you can just relax.

“It’s about picking people back up and feeling more positive about yourself.

“We have a lot of weight on our shoulders, and if people can confide in us and have a chat then it’s hopefully helping them.

Lennie can advise on ways to put up your hair so greys aren’t visible, has tips on how to keep warm tones in blonde hair at bay, and has also been putting up video tutorials on her Facebook page, teaching people how to perfect techniques such as a blow out.

She welcomes people to get in touch for free haircare advice and a chat.

To contact Lennie, visit her website: here.

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