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Beauty and nail salons among fastest-growing business types

The glass skin trend
Helping clients to achieve the trending flawless “glass” skin look is easier than you may think. The team at Zemits explains how

Let’s talk about pricing
National Nail Tech Price Increase Day saw the industry unite to up its prices to allow nail techs to earn more than minimum wage. Kezia Parkins speaks to some UK nail experts about its impact and the wider issues it has raised

Endermologie: Your wellness boost
A new clinical trial has shown the potential to boost vitality, reduce stress and enhance sleep with Endermologie

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We take a look inside PB’s digital world

Let's talk about qualifications
Confused about which qualification is for you? You’re not the only one. The team at Skin Philosophy outlines the options

5 luxury manicurists to follow
From prescriptive treatments that take into account the health of the whole hand to adding designer scrubs and perfumes for extra value, these five techs take manicures to the next level

Get glowing
Adding advanced services to your menu is a great way to generate additional revenue and tackle complicated skin issues. Angela Taylor, Dermalogica’s director of education for the UK and Ireland, explains how

Insider beauty
Our exclusive monthly benchmarking stats for each sector of the market

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The right device
Investing in a new aesthetic device is a big decision. Roy Cowley, managing director of 3D Aesthetics, outlines the questions to ask to ensure return on investment

On the scene
Behind the scenes at the parties, launches and events in the world of beauty, aesthetics, spa and nails

At your service
The tricky thing about amazing service is that it means something different to every client. Hellen Ward explores how we can make it more personal and intuitive

Ask the experts
Our beauty experts answer your questions about every aspect of running a salon or spa business

Talking to… Dr Hayley Elsmore
The owner of Professional Beauty Awards Skin Clinic of the Kezia Parkins how she has built trust and created a unique wellness concept on the Isle of Wight

More in store
The Professional Beauty & Hair Glasgow show will make its debut in June. Here is just a taster of what the exhibitors have lined up

Reaching new heights
Check out the free live education on offer at Professional Beauty & Hair Glasgow event on June 9–10

Challenge time
Show off your skills in the Professional Beauty & Hair Glasgow 2024 nail and make-up competitions

10 tips for waxing men
While much of the prep and service may be gender-neutral, certain elements of male waxing require a specific approach. Eve Oxberry shares 10 expert tips

Smooth over
Some of the best professional products on the market for male waxing treatments

Spotlight on... Ectoin
With benefits including superpowered protection and hydration, ectoin is the latest trending skincare ingredient. Ellen Cummings gets the expert lowdown

Price it up
One of the toughest parts of running a salon is figuring out exactly what to charge for your treatments and when to put those prices up. Multi-site salon owner and coach Lilac Miller shares her advice on getting it right for your business

Pregnancy skincare swaps
Skincare educator Cigdem Kemal Yilmaz explains the considerations for recommending topical skincare to pregnant clients, ingredients to avoid and safe swaps

Studio style
Georgie Milton tells Ellen Cummings how she transformed an empty shell into her salon, Georgeous Beauty Studio

On point
A new device offers multiple treatments in one and we try out a semi-permanent make-up service

Get it bright
Launches this month include skincare and devices to brighten and repair, plus nail collections to add a splash of summer colour

VAT burn not sunburn
Kezia Parkins caught up with MP for East Dunbartonshire Amy Callaghan about her mission to get VAT removed from SPF products