Let’s talk about BLACK SKIN

EDITOR’S COMMENT
With focus intensifying around the safety of advanced

NEWS
Parliament report into body image calls for fillers

PROFESSIONALBEAUTY.CO.UK
We take a look inside PB’s digital world

INSIDER BEAUTY
Our exclusive monthly benchmarking stats for each sector of the market

INSIDER SPA
Like the beauty salon industry, the spa

INSIDER NAILS
Business has been strong this

Too much EXPOSURE
Promoting yourself and your business on social media inevitably opens you up to criticism. Hellen Ward discusses how to handle the trolls

ASK THE Experts
Our beauty experts answer your questions about every aspect of running a salon or spa business

Talking to… GILLIAN JACKSON
The winner of PB’s Educator of the Year award talks to Ellen Cummings about the growing importance of social media in education and of forging links with industry

Let’s talk about BLACK SKIN
It’s been two years since black squares flooded Instagram and brands spoke about “listening and learning” when it came to racial injustice. Beauty writer Keeks Reid looks into how language and perception of Black skin has changed in the industry

THE STRATEGY PROVEN TO REDUCE no-shows & cancellations
What if we told you there was a tried-and-tested method to help manage no-shows? Melanie Wallace, UK marketing manager at Timely Business Management Software, explains why online deposits could be a game-changer for your small business

RETURN TO the North
PB North is back after three years and better than ever. Discover what your favourite brands will be bringing to Manchester Central on September 25-26

LEARN & compete
PB North, on September 25–26, sees the return of live stages and competitions. Upgrade your education with industry leaders across three stages. Nail techs, get your brushes at the ready and take part in our nail competitions, with 11 categories to choose from

5 SYNERGIC ACTIONS for the perfect body treatment
A well-groomed body is synonymous with health. Discover how consistent body treatments can meet clients’ demands

4 TIPS for a STANDOUT CV
A good CV is a vital part of applying for your next role. Lollie Hancock asks leading beauty recruiters what makes a candidate stand out

CUSTOM MADE
Personalised skincare is in high demand but can often be expensive and complex to achieve. New brand Lesielle aims to simplify the concept and make it accessible to the salon market.We find out how

NAILING Your business
As AMA opens a second location in London’s West End, we look at how owner Ama Quashi’s experience and expertise set her salon apart - and how Fresha is helping them grow

WHAT IS slugging?
As one of the most searched for skincare hacks on TikTok, “slugging” seems to be taking over your clients’ routines. Ellen Cummings asks the experts for their opinions on the trend

6 EFFECTIVE WAYS to grow your business
Vagaro, salon software and marketplace, shares six ways its features can help you to grow your business

IS YOUR FULL TEAM covered?
With an increasing number of salons working with self-employed practitioners, are you fully insured if a client makes a claim? Insurance expert Rosie Barrington explains

WHAT IS A “Clean Girl” MANI?
Thanks to Hailey Bieber, the trend has been taking over TikTok and Instagram – but what exactly is a clean girl mani? Lollie Hancock finds out

BACK TO THE Classroom
As summer holidays come to an end, the National Hair and Beauty Federation (NHBF) shares how September presents an opportunity for salon employees to develop their skills and training

Face IN FOCUS
Noon Aesthetics’ latest launch combines mesoporation, cryo and heating functions, and we give our verdict on Laser Lipo’s Strawberry Lift

Your guide to PURCHASING OR CHANGING SALON SOFTWARE
Considering changing the software you use in your salon - or ditching the pen and paper in favour of digital - can be daunting. The team at Beu share everything you need to know before making the decision to switch

LIFE IN COLOUR
Fresh new shades and formulations for lashes, brows and nails feature among this month’s launches

Overcoming LIMITATIONS
How developments in radiofrequency technology can provide your clients with immediate and long-term results

SUPPORT TO THRIVE
Mindful menopause coach Tracy Munro tells us how therapists can help menopausal clients to manage their physical and mental symptoms