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Biography

With their appreciation for all things fabulous, it is no surprise that Hooker & Young are amongst the most wanted stylists in the world. Dedicated to their craft, Gary Hooker & Michael Young are multi-award winning stylists with four salons in the North East of England. Their newest salon at Seaham Hall was recently announced Destination Salon of the Year at the HAIR Magazine Awards, and is regularly visited by beauty editors and celebrities.

As international showmen, with over 25 front covers in the past twelve months, Gary Hooker & Michael Young have perfected the art of the creating award winning collections. This pair are highly recognised and respected for their exquisite attention to detail, and their finishing skills are unrivalled. Hooker & Young's creative flare and passion for colour is in constant demand throughout the Britain and overseas. As winner of the Schwarzkopf Professional British Colour Technicians 2006 at the British Hairdressing Awards, colour is never an after thought. Colour is never a compromise. Colour is always the foundation to a beautiful cut and delighted client.

Continuing to lead the way in the hairdressing, Hooker & Young are known for their business flair as well as celebrity clients, and in September 2007 were winners of the prestigious Marketing Award at this year's exclusive British Hairdressing Business Awards held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.

As well as being the Artistic Directors for leading hair extensions company, Hairaisers, Gary Hooker & Michael Young are also the Matrix Global Artistic Directors which sees them presenting forthcoming styles in New York, Oman and Croatia, to name a few.

Renowned for their versatility in working with both trade and consumer publications, they are an influential partnership in the hairdressing industry whose commitment and passion in unparalleled.