The Industry-Standard Hairdressing Education Manual for Assistants, Stylists and Salon Owners.
Transform your skills with 368 pages of fundamental techniques (in cutting, colour, men’s, blow-dry’s & pin-ups), and theory.
Who is Elements for?
Finally, an education system that speaks your language. Whether you're an ambitious assistant, an experienced stylist seeking refinement, or a salon owner building a training programme, Elements provides the structure you've been searching for.
✓ Salon Owners: Streamline your training with a proven system that tracks progress
✓ Stylists: Master advanced techniques and colour theory at your own pace
✓ Assistants & Trainees: Build confidence with step-by-step guidance
✓ Colleges: Complement your curriculum with industry-tested methods
The 1st edition sold out. Now the 2nd edition is here.
Over 1,000 copies in the hands of hairdressers, assistants and salon owners — and the demand didn't stop. The 2nd edition is bigger, better and available now.
Choose Your Elements Journey
DIGITAL EDITION - €40
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Get immediate access to the complete 365-page Elements manual. Perfect for starting your education journey today.
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Master Hairdressing Anytime, Anywhere – Now in Digital Format
2nd Edition Now Here
Get ready to transform your craft with Elements — now available as a downloadable e-book. Whether you’re in the salon, on the go, or reviewing at home, this digital edition puts expert education at your fingertips.
Created by top hair educators, Elements is the go-to guide for hairdressers who want to sharpen their skills, boost their confidence, and deliver consistent, professional results.
What You’ll Get Inside:
Step-by-step tutorials for blow-drys, cuts, colours, and pin-ups
Insider techniques from industry-leading educators
Clear theory and visual guidance to explain both the “how” and the “why”
Structured learning, ideal for all levels – from newly qualified to experienced stylists
Instant access on your phone, tablet, or laptop – learn whenever it suits you
This is more than a training tool—it’s a stylist’s secret weapon for standing out behind the chair and wowing clients every time.
HARDCOVER EDITION - €99
2nd Edition - Available NOW
The premium printed experience is back. Our second edition has arrived with exciting enhancements — order your copy today and have it delivered straight to your door.
Beautiful 368-page hardbound book
Fully updated 2nd edition with reader-requested improvements
Perfect for personal use or salon libraries
Ships directly to you
Transform Your Skills: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Hairdressing Success
Designed by top hair educators, Elements will give you the confidence and mastery to stand out behind the chair.
Unlock the secrets of hairdressing mastery with Elements, the only guide you’ll need to elevate your craft and deliver flawless results every time. Designed by a hairdresser for hairdressers, Elements is your ultimate companion for mastering modern and classic techniques, from blow-drys to cuts, colours, and pin-ups.
Key Benefits:
Step-by-step tutorials covering blow-drys, cuts, colours, and pin-ups.
Insider tips from top educators in the hairdressing industry.
Detailed theory to understand not just the 'how,' but the 'why.'
Easy-to-follow instructions suitable for all skill levels.
Elevate your services and delight your clients with professional results.
Want the Complete Visual Experience? Pair your Elements book with our 42-video tutorial programme for hands-on mastery of every technique.
Your Complete Hairdressing Education
34 Practical Techniques - With Step-by-Step Photography
7 blow-drying techniques - Straight, Curly, Flick with Volume, Wrap and 3 more techniques
11 cuts - Square Layer, Round Layer, Bob, Classic Graduation and 7 more techniques
10 colours - Global Colour, Pre-Lightener, Balayage and 7 more techniques
6 pin ups - Classic and Contemporary pin-ups
11 Essential Theory Modules
📖 Hair Science & Structure - Understanding the canvas
📖 Colour Theory - The science behind the art
📖 Face Shapes & Consultation - Prescriptive cutting
📖 Hair & Scalp Disorders - Professional recognition
📖 Consultation - Body language, communication, the power of words.
📖 History of Hair - understanding the history to know where trends come from
📖 Social Media and much more
Track Your Journey to Mastery
Elements isn't just a book—it's your personal progression system. Our unique colour-coded tracking helps you and your mentor monitor advancement through:
🔴 Foundation Level - Core techniques every stylist needs
🟡 Development Level - Building speed and consistency
🟢 Advanced Level - Mastery and personalisation
"In order to manage your progression, you must monitor it." - Paul Davey
Created by Paul Davey
30 Years of Salon Excellence, Distilled into One System
Paul Davey poured his hardwork in developing the Elements Education, a 4-year comprehensive hairdressing apprenticeship training course for hairdressers and aspiring hairdressers. He is a multi-award winning hairdresser who established an inspiring powerhouse team of highly skilled hairdressers, where they have pioneered some of the greatest hair looks.
Elements represents his life's work: transforming the scattered approach to hairdressing education into one comprehensive system that actually works in the real world.
"I created Elements because I needed it. After training hundreds of stylists, I saw the same gaps repeatedly. This manual fills every one of them."
“Motivate your team by engaging them through education” - Paul Davey
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely. Elements starts with fundamentals and progresses systematically. Many salons use it as their apprentice training programme from day one.
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At a steady pace, most stylists complete the programme in 2-3 years. However, it's self-paced, so you can move faster or slower based on your schedule.
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The content is identical. Digital offers instant access and searchability, while hardcover provides the traditional learning experience many prefer for hands-on reference.
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Yes! Elements was specifically designed to standardise salon training. Many owners purchase multiple copies for their team library.
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The book is comprehensive on its own. The video programme adds visual learning for those who learn better by watching, but it's not required.
Start Your Elements Journey Today
Join thousands of hairdressing professionals who've transformed their skills with Elements.
GET DIGITAL EDITION €40
Master Hairdressing Anytime, Anywhere – Now in Digital Format
2nd Edition Now Here
Get ready to transform your craft with Elements — now available as a downloadable e-book. Whether you’re in the salon, on the go, or reviewing at home, this digital edition puts expert education at your fingertips.
Created by top hair educators, Elements is the go-to guide for hairdressers who want to sharpen their skills, boost their confidence, and deliver consistent, professional results.
What You’ll Get Inside:
Step-by-step tutorials for blow-drys, cuts, colours, and pin-ups
Insider techniques from industry-leading educators
Clear theory and visual guidance to explain both the “how” and the “why”
Structured learning, ideal for all levels – from newly qualified to experienced stylists
Instant access on your phone, tablet, or laptop – learn whenever it suits you
This is more than a training tool—it’s a stylist’s secret weapon for standing out behind the chair and wowing clients every time.
Hardcover Edition - €99
The 2nd Edition is here and ready to ship. Get your hands on the industry-standard hairdressing manual in a beautiful hardbound format.
Transform Your Skills: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Hairdressing Success
Designed by top hair educators, Elements will give you the confidence and mastery to stand out behind the chair.
Unlock the secrets of hairdressing mastery with Elements, the only guide you’ll need to elevate your craft and deliver flawless results every time. Designed by a hairdresser for hairdressers, Elements is your ultimate companion for mastering modern and classic techniques, from blow-drys to cuts, colours, and pin-ups.
Key Benefits:
Step-by-step tutorials covering blow-drys, cuts, colours, and pin-ups.
Insider tips from top educators in the hairdressing industry.
Detailed theory to understand not just the 'how,' but the 'why.'
Easy-to-follow instructions suitable for all skill levels.
Elevate your services and delight your clients with professional results.
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