Celebrity hairstylist
& industry expert
Joe Mills is a celebrated men’s session hairdresser with a strong background
specialising in men's hairdressing and a passion for men's style.
Joe's professional philosophy is simple…
"It is all about understanding shape and form, it's like architecture - the key is to listen to the client and work with what you have. Clean, classic, but with a contemporary twist."
Opening his first salon The Lounge Soho in the late nineties, Joe continued his business achievements with the co-creation of the very successful organic Children's product range Halo and Horns. He finally fulfilled his dream of opening a dedicated men's salon with a contemporary edge, Joe and Co. in 2010. In 2019, Primark collaborated with Joe to create a men’s grooming range and Joe continues to work on projects within the hair industry and beyond. Offering mentoring support to other salon owners as well as being a spokesperson for the hairdressing industry.
"I have a solid background in hairdressing and a keen eye for detail, I listen to what the client wants and translate that into a finished product. I am very focused on hair and always willing to talk through options and ideas until I come to a joint conclusion on style with my client. I am inspired daily, sometimes by magazines, historical references, fashion culture, and often just passing someone in the street can give me a great flow of ideas. Technically I am an all-rounder and happily switch between scissor and clipper work. "
Joe has worked with some of the leading figures within the fashion, music, film and advertising industries. He is called upon to groom many high profile clients and is known for his dedication, professionalism and hard work in any setting. Providing mens’ hairdressing as well as grooming services (including natural make-up and facial hair) his clients get the full package of services at the hands of an expert enabling them to look their best for whatever occasion.
Joe also regularly writes for titles such as British GQ and Esquire as well as appearing on Podcasts, Radio and TV including BBC and Sky news.
What People Are Saying
“Joe Mills is one of London’s greatest talents when it comes to hair. Whether you’re after a style akin to that of Shawn Mendes, or one that the late Marlon Brandon would fawn over, then Joe is your man. He’s our go-to for grooming guides on the best hair cuts going, and every time he delivers a fail-safe lesson in how to get them.”
— Zak Maoui, Style Editor, British GQ
“Myself and my clients love working with Joe, it’s always an absolute pleasure. Not only is he extremely professional, he is a lot of fun too! He always brings such a lovely vibe to set and is one of the best problem solvers I’ve ever met. Nothing stays a problem long when Joe is on hand! And obviously, it goes without saying, he is very talented at what he does, the absolute best!”
— Sarah-Jayne Dines, Agent
“I wish I could work with Joe more, he’s the most in demand groomer I have ever worked with and this comes as no surprise. Joe always does an amazing job of delivering talent to set looking superb and feeling relaxed. Joe’s friendly, caring but yet professional attitude is a key factor to every shoot we have done together being a success.”
— Charlie Grey, Photographer