Hygiene advice for keeping tools clean
All nail tools and implements must be properly cleaned and disinfected before coming into direct contact with a client, both for their health and the credibility of your business. “There is absolutely no argument that tools must be disinfected in between every client,” says Nigel Rouse of Mundo Professional. “Total…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Bold Salon, Glasgow
Bold by name, bold by nature! Bold Salon in Glasgow is making its mark in the local area owing to the quirky decor and impressive collection of professionals working from its treatment rooms. “I had been self-employed lash and brow specialist for 21 years under my own business, The i…
Read MoreSienna X expands product range to include skincare
Sienna X, the brand that has found its fame in tan, brow and wax products, has expanded its range to include skincare. Offering ‘one range for all skin types’, the capsule collection allows you to create a bespoke skincare regime for your client’s personal skin or lifestyle needs. Sienna X…
Read More10million Brits disclose private details to salon staff during treatments
Research by business finance provider, Liberis, has revealed that an estimated 10 million Brits feel comfortable disclosing even the most private details about their personal life to hair and beauty providers. Over 40% of the 1000 respondents stated that they have an especially good relationship with their hairdresser or beauty…
Read MorePURE Spa launches four new sites in David Lloyd Leisure partnership
Award-winning day spa group, PURE Spa & Beauty, is launching four new PURE Spa outlets across the UK, located in David Lloyd Leisure Clubs in Peterborough, Purley (Croydon), Hamilton (Glasgow) and Cheadle (Cheshire). Founded in 2002 by former chartered accountant, Becky Woodhouse, PURE Spa & Beauty’s mission has been to…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: PrettyPolish Nails & Beauty, Toddington
Juggling life as mobile technician with young family, Alex Bates has spent the last five years establishing her beauty business. Needing more space and a perminant location, Alex looked to a new high street location. “We moved into our currently salon 18 months ago and the business has absolutely boomed!”…
Read MoreWhy you should add skincare treatments to your salon menu
BeautyLab skincare expert, Samantha Kendrew, reveals some top tips for introducing skincare to your in-salon offering – just in time for Mother’s Day… Created to meet skincare demands, the BeautyLab range consists of sophisticated salon treatments and a complementary retail line. “The BeautyLab Body treatments are ideal for a relaxing…
Read MoreHow to make your beauty business appeal to new & expectant mums
Helena Linsky, co-director of Q61, reveals how to make your beauty business mum-friendly… For Mother’s Day promos and across the entire year, it’s important to consider how you can implement in-salon initiatives that are mum-friendly. Mum-to-be and new mum clients tend to have slightly different needs to your other clients,…
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