Business Rates for Personal Care Sector Cut by 50%
Spa, beauty and salon businesses in the personal care sector in England will all receive a 50% cut in business rates over the next year.
At Home Cabins, Garage Conversions and Mobile Beauty on the Rise
Self-employed hairdressers and beauty therapists have changed the way they work in light of the pandemic. According to a new report up to 30% of self-employed workers have opted to convert garages and rooms in their homes or go freelance since the Covid-19 crisis took hold.
Gina Conway Launches Accessible Franchising Concept
The UK’s leading environmentally conscious salon group Gina Conway Salons and Spas, launches its highly anticipated bespoke franchise opportunity to open more high-end hairdressing salons supporting the industry’s top artisans.
What's The Difference Between Hydrating and Moisturising Hair?
How can you balance hair moisture and where does protein come into it?
Do Spa Treatment Rooms Generate Greater Direct Revenue Than Hotel Rooms?
So how can you calculate the revenue for comparison? Let’s take the example of Hotel Traditionalist with 150 rooms and a 6-treatment room spa.
Thérapie Clinic To Offer EMSCULPT Services in its Clinics
Therapie Clinic has announced that they will launch EMSCULPT treatments in selected clinics, the revolutionary treatment will use cutting-edge technology to tone your body and help eliminate fat.
Beauty Backed Launches Grant Scheme to Support New and Current Businesses
From the 7th October 2021, the Beauty Backed Trust will launch their first Grant Programme to continue to support the beauty industry after the COVID-19 pandemic
Indulgent Dior Spa Opens in Cheval Blanc Paris
Cheval Blanc Paris, the famous and highly awaited hotel set in the former Samaritaine, unveils the first Dior Spa. That is open to all from September 7, 2021, this Spa provides you with a whole range of treatments for an enchanted break. Extend this break with the magnificent and huge 98.42ft-long swimming pool.
The Law Around Serving Alcohol in Your Salon
When your clients take a seat in your salon, they probably expect to be offered a cup of tea or coffee alongside their hair or nail care appointment. But, have you ever considered offering them a glass of wine or bubbly? So how can you serve alcohol in your salon and what is the law around it?
Everything you Need to Know About the "Botox Ban"
From the 1st October 2021, it'll be illegal for practitioners to give Botox or dermal filler treatments to under 18's for beautification purposes. The new The 'Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act' was passed earlier this year and will make it illegal to provide either procedure to under-18s for cosmetic reasons.
Becoming a Hairdresser - Your Questions Answered
Choosing a salon, finding advanced education, assessing their skill level against the ever-growing list of client demands...facing these decisions can be daunting, to say the least!
Townhouse Opens The World’s Most Luxurious Nail Salon at Harrods
Luxury nail salon features world-class design, private booths and exclusive treatments.
9 Accessories to make your Salon "Instagrammable"
In today’s social media age, one of the big pulls to get people to visit a business is beautiful decor. A decor that’s not only elegant but “Instagram-worthy” and encourages clients to take pictures online and share them with their followers.
How Many Shears Does a Stylist Need?
Sam Villa, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Sam Villa and Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken sits down with us to explain the essential sheets every stylist needs.
The Impact of Mental Stress and Environmental Stressors on Skin
Let’s discuss how feeling stressed can affect the skin. Feeling stressed affects more than just our minds; have you ever noticed that during a period of feeling more stressed or anxious, you break out more or conditions such as eczema worsen?
Best Highlighters For An Instant Glow-Up
Whether you’re looking for a powerful glow or a natural glow - finding the one is hard. That why we’ve been testing out cult favourite brands, and gathered recommendations straight from our editor and what she really loves about each of them. No one highlighter is equal to the other, they’ve all got different ingredients and intentions but the below 15 are top tier.
Dissolving Fillers: Your Questions Answered
We’re investigating with London’s top practitioners on why dissolving fillers is so popular as of late and what the procedure is like.
Hot Topic: Eyelash Extensions in the Summer
The current extreme heatwave in the UK is every lash tech’s worst nightmare, not only is it harder to work wish lashes but lash technicians are hearing from clients that their lashes are not lasting as they would usually due to improper aftercare in the summer - so what advice can you give to your clients?
Masks are No Longer Compulsory in Salons in England - So Should You Wear Them?
Bearing in mind mask wearing is no longer compulsory…should you? PBL Magazine supports mask wearing and keeping the public safe, so we’ve outlined the top reasons on why keeping your masks on we’ll be better for the greater good.