The government has released new guidance in working in close contact services from the 19th of July as England moves into Step 4 of easing lockdown measures.
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After the initial busy period post lockdown, salons have seen that clients have not returned to the hair and beauty sector in the same numbers as before the pandemic, particularly in the beauty sector whose trade relies more heavily on client experience and social events.
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Shear Haven has launched in the UK with new ambassador Liz McKeon, salon business expert and is providing free anti-domestic violence training for beauty professionals
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Over a hectic year of covid issues for so many businesses, Margaret Dabbs has still managed to find time to create this wonderful new charity, supporting children in sports shoes.
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Opening or changing your business structure can be daunting. With over 57% of the hairdressing industry acting freelance according to a survey conducted by the NHBF, the question is - is freelance suitable for you?
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The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has launched a new campaign urging people to ‘Book in for Beauty’ to secure the future of salons in the UK. This initiative is being supported by long standing BABTAC member and Skincare Guru Caroline Hirons. As part of the campaign BABTAC has produced some advice for salon owners to make customers feel safe about booking beauty appointments and how to tailor their treatments to suit the current climate.
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Thérapie Clinic, the biggest provider of laser hair removal in Europe open 4 state of the art clinics across Kingston, Richmond, Wimbledon and Putney Bridge.
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This new offering will occupy 141 square metres of space in the store and provides 7 treatment rooms, a nail spa and a retail area.
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An update to the current guidance for close contact services is due to be published shortly. The Cabinet Secretary has confirmed that a Type IIR mask and a face visor or goggles will be required for practitioners carrying out treatments to the face.
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Thérapie Clinic announces the launch of their latest clinic in Birmingham.
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We first heard of ‘silent treatments’ back when Not Another Salon launched the world’s first ‘silent haircut’ in late 2019. The salon was already famous for its inclusivity and no judgment policy. The reasoning behind offering a silent treatment was the understanding that every client desires something different in order to relax - some require a chin wag, others require a time out without being judged.
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Amazon has announced the launch of Amazon Salon, a new salon where customers can experience the best in hair care and styling. Set over two floors and more than 1,500 sq. ft. on Brushfield Street in London’s Spitalfields.
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So you’ve either done the DIY logo thing or paid bottom dollar for a brand identity but it just doesn’t capture who you are or what you do and it’s giving out the wrong impression. Either way, you’ve decided enough is enough and it’s time to up your game and you’re ready to take the leap and invest in getting your brand identity done properly by a fab designer. But what do you need to know to get the most out of working with a brand designer and what should you expect?
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One of the hardest things to do is attracting new clients into your salon and turn them into loyal and regular clients forevermore. With beauty being back after a year in lockdown, now is the opportunity to reach new open minded clients.
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As salons reopen - they face an influx of customers that have been waiting for months to book their appointment. With full bookings you might not even begin to worry about the inevitable ebbing away of clients and the spaces between clients - but thinking ahead will help you secure clients that have “Covid Caution”.
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Pro Beauty Loft (PBL) Magazine is a registered trademark from 2019 and this year we successfully defended our trademark from the legal actions taken by Trades Exhibitions Limited.
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For salons and salon goers, 2021 has started a lot later - but the long awaited confirmation has come; beauty salons are set to reopen their doors on the 12th of April 2021. So if you’re in the market to pamper yourself or change your look, these London Salons and Clinics handpicked by PBL Magazine are the places to go to leave you feeling and looking like your best self.
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Award winning hair and beauty salon, Gielly Green has launched a select and luxurious mobile experience for the well-heeled.
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Boris Johnson has confirmed that the beauty industry will be allowed to reopen in England from 12 April - this includes spas, beauty salons and hairdressers.
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Treatwell have organised a free event for hair, beauty and wellness professionals to get inspired, learn and gain insight into the future trends we're expecting to see.
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