How menopause affects nails & ways to manage symptoms
Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, and involves a decline in hormone levels – which affects various aspects of a woman’s health. But how does it affect natural nails? “Nail changes caused by the menopause are likely to be associated with low oestrogen levels and dry…
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Best Practice Guide shared by BABTAC to help beauty therapists support menopausal clients
A whopping 95% of women believe education and awareness of menopause needs to be improved*. Subsequently, the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has released MENOPAUSE: A BABTAC Best Practice Guide. The 12-page guide serves to advise beauty professionals on how to treat menopausal clients effectively and comfortably.…
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Nail techs on menopause in the workplace & supporting menopausal clients
Two techs share how to accommodate the needs of those impacted by the menopause on both sides of the nail desk… Supporting yourself & staff: Emma Brock, OPI Nail Boss “I was diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) at 25. The worst symptom for me over the years has been…
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How to support beauty clients & staff through the menopause
October marks World Menopause Month, designed to encourage awareness of the signs and symptoms of the menopause. Awareness has been shown to be particularly crucial, after a study published in journal, BMC Women’s Health, revealed that menopausal women are the fastest growing demographic in the workforce – and you will…
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Touch therapy qualification launches for beauty pros to support menopausal clients
Skincare specialist, therapist trainer and founder of the Menopause Plus (M+) support platform, Jennifer Young, has launched a touch therapy qualification to help beauty professionals aid clients facing the effects of menopause. Launched on 24 June 2022, the Hormonal Wellness Touch Therapy qualification will enable beauty therapists to provide tailored…
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M+ platform launches to change the narrative around menopause in the salon
Specialist in oncology therapies, skincare and wellbeing for cancer patients, Jennifer Young, has launched the M+ (The Menopause Plus) platform. Best known for her cancer training for beauty pros and Beauty Despite Cancer skincare line, Jennifer’s M+ forum is designed to make the narrative around menopause more positive. The website…
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6 ways to manage dry & brittle nails affected by menopause
The menopause can be a challenging time for women, with many lacking confidence and feeling undervalued. Looking good on the outside can give the confidence boost needed to feel good on the inside, and having strong and healthy nails is a great place to start. Menopause is so much more…
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