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Join Us for a Brunch & Education on Hair and Scalp Wellness
Join the S.T.R.A.N.D. Network™ in Maryland for a two-day community & stylist activation bringing together board-certified dermatologists, licensed stylists, and community members to learn, connect, and take action on hair and scalp health. Our Your Scalp, Your Skin™ Community Day events are designed to encourage early detection, accurate diagnosis, and culturally competent care by combining medical expertise with in-salon practices. Learn more about our past Your Scalp, Your Skin™ Community Days here.
Community members & stylists will participate in a Q&A panel on November 16th at no cost while learning how stylists and dermatologists can work together to detect concerns early, debunk misinformation, encourage proper care practices, and find the appropriate service providers.
Stylists can participate in a technical styling class on November 17th with master cosmetologist Susan L. Peterkin and our team of S.T.R.A.N.D. Certified Stylists to learn hair-loss-safe loc styling, twist styling, shampooing, and cutting techniques. Utilize this time with Susan to learn how to care for your client's scalp and skin health in the salon as you begin specializing in hair loss.
Day 1: Your Scalp, Your Skin™ Brunch & Panel
FREE TO ATTEND | OPEN TO ALL
This complimentary brunch and educational session is open to clients, community members, and stylists. Together, we’ll explore the most common hair and scalp concerns, unpack misinformation around products and treatments, and create an open space for Q&A with dermatologists and hair care experts.
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For the community: Gain access to trusted, local providers who understand both the medical, technical, and cultural dimensions of hair loss. Leave with knowledge and resources for early intervention and long-term care.
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For stylists: Hear directly from community members about their real life experiences with hair loss. Learn how to collaborate with dermatologists to build integrative solutions while learning how to begin your career as a hair loss specialist with S.T.R.A.N.D.
Day 2: Hands-On with Hair Loss Technical Class
$290 | STYLISTS ONLY
Day 2 is an intensive, small-group technical training for stylists led by S.T.R.A.N.D. co-founder Susan L. Peterkin and the S.T.R.A.N.D. Ambassador team. This practical class builds your confidence and skills in:
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Hair-loss-safe twists and loc styling techniques
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Hair-loss-safe cutting, shampooing, and styling methods
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Camouflage techniques for clients experiencing thinning or shedding
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Salon protocols for supporting clients with hair loss
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Consultation strategies that elevate your expertise and increase client trust
This session also gives stylists the chance to share challenges they face in their own salons, while learning new approaches to strengthen their role as frontline providers in hair and scalp health
LEARN MORE ABOUT S.T.R.A.N.D.™ | THE DOCUMENTARY
Originally presented at the 2025 Master Pioneer Awards, this documentary explores how the S.T.R.A.N.D. Network was modeled after our co-founders’ dermatologic salon, which combines cosmetology and dermatology to combat hair loss.
ATTENDEE TESTIMONIALS
I'M KNOW WHAT TO DO AT HOME
Thanks to the stylists and dermatologists who shared hair care practices for me to implement at home based on science and in-salon experience.
To make an informed decision and make sure they have clear expectations of consequences & outcomes.
I CAN GIVE CLIENTS THE INFORMATION THEY NEED
I NOW HAVE SCIENCE TO GUIDE ME
In making the right decisions for my health and to help decode marketing language on the label of cosmetic products.
MEET THE CO-FOUNDERS OF S.T.R.A.N.D.
Susan L. Peterkin &
Dr. Chesahna Kindred
S.T.R.A.N.D. Co-founders
S.T.R.A.N.D. was co-founded by Susan L. Peterkin, a Master Natural Hair Care Specialist with decades of experience pioneering hair-los-safe styling and stylist education, and Dr. Chesahna Kindred, a board-certified dermatologist and nationally recognized leader in treating hair and scalp disorders. Together, they created the country's first dermatologic salon model that unites cosmetology and medical expertise. Their shared vision is to empower stylists with science-backed knowledge, bridge the gap between beauty and medicine, and elevate the standard of care for every client experiencing hair or scalp concerns.
WHAT MAKES S.T.R.A.N.D. DIFFERENT
FREE DERMATOLOGIST & STYLIST ADVICE
Gain access to dermatologists and stylists leading their respective industries in collaborative hair loss treatments.
DEBUNK TRENDS AND COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
Discuss the science and hair care behind common hair and scalp myths or trends.
INCLUSIVE OF HAIR TEXTURES AND SKIN TONES
Dermatologic and hair care advise comes from professionals who are well studied on a range of hair textures and skin tones.
LEARN HAIR LOSS SAFE NATURAL STYLING TECHNIQUES
Get up-close and hands-on experience with hair-loss-safe styling techniques with master cosmetologists.
DISCUSS THE EMOTIONAL STATE OF HAIR
LOSS CLIENTS
Dive deep into what it means to support clients who encounter scalp or skin concerns, and the emotional impact hair loss has on clients.
SEE HOW S.T.R.A.N.D MAKES IMPACT
Participate in the Your Scalp, Your Skin community brunch to witness how S.T.R.A.N.D.'s program aids in client's health outcomes.
A collaboration formed over a mutual love for hair and client care, Master Cosmetologist/Hair Loss Expert Susan L. Peterkin and Dr. Chesahna Kindred launched S.T.R.A.N.D. in 2024, expanding on their concept as the nation's first dermatologic salon. Learn more about their journey here.
MEET THE
FOUNDERS
S.T.R.A.N.D.™ is a stylist education organization that connects hair stylists and dermatologists. Stylists receive medical-based education directly from dermatologists to recognize early signs of potential health concerns that manifest in the hair and scalp, while learning when to refer clients to a dermatologist for diagnosis and medical treatment. At the same time, stylists learn how to care for clients on a physical and emotionally intelligent level in the salon.
Through its programs, S.T.R.A.N.D. fosters collaboration with dermatologists to help develop consistent, personalized treatment plans for clients.
CONSUMER EVENTS
Your Scalp, Your Skin™ Community Brunches unite dermatologists, stylists, and the public for honest, easy-to-understand conversations about hair loss, scalp health, and overall wellness. S.T.R.A.N.D. dermatologists and stylists host open panels for attendees to gain clarity on hair loss, cosmetic marketing, and how to access care.
These events make reliable information about hair and skin health accessible to everyone at no cost, especially in communities that need it most. Learn more about how you can join us for education, connection, and empowerment that helps you walk away with confidence, clarity, and a renewed approach to you hair and scalp care journey.
STYLIST EDUCATION
Hair loss is one of the most common, and misunderstood, concerns clients bring to the salon. Yet many stylists lack access to the medical knowledge and resources needed to identify and support these clients effectively.
That’s where S.T.R.A.N.D.™ comes in. Our programs bridge the gap between cosmetology and dermatology, giving stylists the tools, language, and confidence to recognize scalp and hair loss concerns, provide science-backed care, and collaborate with board-certified dermatologists.
Explore how you can elevate your services and become a trusted hair loss specialist through our stylist education programs.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MEET OUR S.T.R.A.N.D.
AMBASSADORS™
Comprised of S.T.R.A.N.D. Certified™ Hair Care Professionals, ambassadors join the S.T.R.A.N.D. team to provide education and aid in community outreach programs.
