Reason One: you won’t be able to pretend you’re in the Kings of Leon.

Reason Two: they’re installing interactive TV.

“Having hair extensions can be a lengthy business. And going blonde requires patience, dedication and sitting still for hours. But what happens when you’ve  flicked all the way through Heat magazine? If you visit some of the UK’s top salons, the answer could be staring you in the face: interactive TV screens.

The screens – each measuring about 6.4in across and designed for one customer’s individual use – run a 45-minute loop of magazine programming, with fashion, lifestyle news and advertising. They invite viewers to touch onscreen buttons for more information on certain items, with the lure of prizes and special offers.”

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