About Oliver
1996-1997 Trained at Vidal Sassoon NVQ Level 2
1997-2001 Global Technical Educator, Yuko Hair Straightening Co.
2001-2018 Yuko Hair Straightening and Brazilian Blow Dry Specialist, Urban Retreat at Harrods
2018-2020 Harrods Hair and Beauty
2020 - present Freelance service and MichaelJohn Salon, London
I'm self motivated and passionate about my craft; a good job is simply not enough as I strive for perfection and detail in both my work and personal life.
I trained at Vidal Sassoon Hairdressing Academy in London and qualified in NVQ level 2. After graduating, I worked at Sassoons’ for 3 months as a junior stylist and left to work for Yuko Company Japan. I trained in the art of Japanese Thermal Hair Straightening and became their Technical Global Educator for the United States and Europe. Furthermore, I taught stylists and salon owners on the technical process of the Yuko Straightening System.
Having been head hunted by Urban Retreat at Harrods, this became my second home for 19 years. I have lost count of the hair straightening treatments that I've done throughout the span of my 27 year career.
After years in a salon, I'm now freelancing full-time and bringing the convenience and cost savings to clients. For those who prefer a salon experience, I'm located at MichaelJohn salon in Chelsea, London on Sundays and Mondays by appointment only.
I invite you to read my testimonials page, all comments have been genuinely written by my clients without bias.
Though I serve many people from varying backgrounds, my clients trust and confidentiality is very important to me. I never use someone’s fame or status to my advantage and treat everyone equally regardless of their financial stature.