
Bumble and bumble Honors Its Heritage While Inspiring the Next Generation
At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.
Andis Company has released FLUID Volume 2 featuring five looks, along with instructions on how to cut and style.






Andis Company has released the second volume of FLUID, an Andis Hair Tech Publication, Embracing Heritage & the Natural Beauty of Multi-Cultural Textured Hair. The five looks were created by Andis Creative Leads and International Educators, Eric Cheek and Kenny Duncan, using Andis tools including the newest releases, the Slimline Pro GTX Trimmer and the Copper ProFoil Shaver.
“FLUID Volume Two is a collection of five looks designed to celebrate the heritage and natural beauty of multi-cultural textured hair,” says Angie Perino, Managing Director for FLUID and Global Education Manager for Andis Company. “Kenny and Eric are world renowned for their talent and skills as educators within the beauty and barber industry. They did an incredible job of creating looks that allow learners to expand their skillset, preparing them to service any type of hair pattern they encounter. Their creative techniques will inspire the industry to continue reaching for its fullest potential.”
The publication includes step-by-step guides on how to achieve each look, including the tool for each step, suggested techniques, and tips for perfecting the cut. For barbers and stylists who may be less experienced with textured hair, the book also contains a hair pattern terminology guide, outlining the types of hair by size and pattern, along with other terms commonly used when cutting and styling hair.
For barbers and stylists looking to master the looks found in FLUID Volume Two, Andis now offers Virtual Education– interactive classes taught by Andis Global Educators through its cutting-edge digital platform. Professionals will dive deeper than ever before in detailed sessions with smaller class sizes, allowing for valuable one-on-one instruction and tailored feedback. Additionally, courses are designed to be hands-on, with mannequins recommended to attendees before each session to engage in a hands-on experience during the step by step class.
FLUID Volume Two will be available for purchase at andis.com for $15. To see upcoming offerings and register for a Virtual Education course, visit andis.com/a/virtualeducation.

At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.

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