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With summer now in full swing, business has been booming for UK salons, with treatment and retail sales both exceeding last year’s figures. Understanding the latest trends is important to you, which is why 47% of you now offer anti-pollution skincare.

Many of you are also thinking about investing in pro mineral products from Jane Iredale or Mii Cosmetics. Find out how mineral make-up is shaking off its classic reputation on page 76. You also told us that talking to your manager or indulging in a nice glass of wine at the end of the day helps you deal with work-related stress.

On the spot

Which mineral make-up brand would you most like to invest in?

1. Jane Iredale

2. Youngblood

3. Delilah

4. Mii Cosmetics

47% offer anti-pollution skincare

How do you deal with work-related stress?

1. Talk to colleagues

2. Glass of wine

3. Exercise

4. Spend time with family

La Redoute

May 2017 in numbers

HOW DID TREATMENT BUSINESS IN MAY 2017 COMPARE WITH MAY 2016?

63% BETTER

30% SAME

7% WORSE

AVERAGE TREATMENT ROOM OCCUPANCY

77%

HOW DID RETAIL BUSINESS IN MAY 2017 COMPARE WITH MAY 2016?

43% BETTER

37% SAME

20% WORSE

This article appears in Professional Beauty July 2017

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