The UK’s most popular hair & beauty salon names revealed
The most popular hair and beauty salon names in the UK have been revealed! Esme Loans Ltd analysed a list of 27,323 registered hair and beauty businesses in the UK and found that The Beauty Box was the most popular name, with 134 businesses using it. In second place was…
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Cuccio welcomes new nail educators to team
A team of techs has achieved Cuccio approved educator status follow five-days’ training at Cuccio Europe HQ in Nottingham. The training included product knowledge, course content and team building exercises to prepare them to teach others about Cuccio products. Liz Richards, European head of education, delivered part of the training…
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School bans students from wearing acrylic nails
A school in England has banned acrylic nail extensions after claiming students were ‘unable to use a pen’ because of them. In a letter sent out to parents at Burnside College, Northumberland, the school explained that the enhancements were impacting some children’s education. A letter from the school sent out…
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Nearly half of generation Z would consider a career in beauty
A new survey commissioned by CIDESCO, the world standard for beauty and spa therapy, has found that nearly half (42%) of the Generation Z respondents would consider a career in beauty. The survey asked current Irish school leavers to rank their top interests, with results revealing make-up and beauty coming…
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Health conscious consumers driving cannabis beauty trend
According to GlobalData, today’s health-conscious consumers seek beauty and grooming solutions that are ‘effective’ and ‘contain natural formulations’, with many brands turning to cannabis formulations to stand out with natural product offerings. Primary consumer research conducted by GlobalData in 2018 reveals that 28% of global consumers perceive high quality to…
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British Beauty Council launches beauty brand competition
The British Beauty Council has partnered with Covent Garden and World’s Global Style Network (WGSN) to reveal a new competition – Next British Beauty Brand. On 13 September, brand representatives will be invited to give a five minute pitch about the brand to the judging panel, followed by a 10 minute…
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Malmaison launch Nimue Skin Technology at two spa locations
Malmaison is launching Nimue Skin Technology at two of its UK locations: Newcastle and Birmingham. Distributed in the UK by Sweet Squared, the South African brand offers a range of ‘advanced skincare treatments and products that can be tailored to each client’s individual needs’. Key treatments available in the Malmaison…
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American salon chain introduces virtual reality mani/pedi experience
US nail salon chain, Bellacures, has introduced a unique addition to its manicure and pedicure services; virtual reality headsets that transport the client to a peaceful destination. The immersive experience involves the client wearing a virtual reality headset that will showcase scenes from the destination of their choice; from a…
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Guide for advertising rules revealed for hair and beauty salons
The NHF/NBF has revealed a guide including advice on how to make sure adverts are not misleading. Areas cover pricing, limited time deals, free gifts or discounts. It also covers body image, gender stereotypes, and restrictions on advertising beauty products or treatments, in particular botulinum toxins. According to the NHF/NBF, the…
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Research from Mintel reveals skincare trends
New stats from Mintel have revealed that over the last year, almost three in ten (28%) women have reduced the number of products in their facial skincare routine, with young Millennials aged 20-29 (54%) most likely to have simplified their routines. In a move away from multi-step routines, the proportion…
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