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EDITOR’S COMMENT
News this month that loneliness and anxiety are

NEWS
The Skn Group acquired by Optical Express Group

New Vitality, Stress & Sleep Endermologie protocol
A pioneer in medical and beauty care since 1986, LPG is working on the next generation of aesthetic treatments. Its 100% natural, non-invasive and nonaggressive patented

5 lash artists TO FOLLOW
The lash industry is experiencing a boom, with advances in lash technology and an increased number of people turning lashing into lucrative businesses. Here are five artists every lash tech should be following

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

What's really happening beneath the skin?
Skin Philosophy Training’s founder, Annalouise Kenny, has written a guide to skin health – The Science of Skin. Here’s a look at what the book has to offer

Transformulas Beauty without Surgery celebrates 20 years of innovation
Meet the team at Professional Beauty North on September 29–30 to learn about its innovative skincare

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

INSIDER SPA
Booking preferences among guests show a clear

INSIDER NAILS
July 2024 was a mixed month

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

Fresh pair of eyes
Sometimes it’s the smallest things that cost us the most money in our businesses. Hellen Ward discusses the importance of looking at your set-up from an outside perspective

Stay cool
Cryo facials are backed by science and use the body’s natural processes, meaning they appeal to a wide range of clients

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

The benefits of light therapy
A look at how light therapy treatments can benefit clients’ physical and mental health

Talking to… Katie White
The skin studio owner and beauty school founder tells Ellen Cummings about her passion for affordable, bespoke skin treatments and the importance of realistic business goals

Choosing a brand partner
With so many spa skincare brands on the market, how do you decide which one to work with? Ellen Cummings speaks to two leading spa directors to find out their criteria

Sustainable skincare
A look at some of the professional spa brands’ sustainability initiatives and hero products

Feel the buzz
Professional Beauty North is returning to Manchester Central on September 29-30, running alongside Aesthetic Medicine North. These shows will offer the opportunity for you to kickstart your autumn gro

Time to upskill
Professional Beauty North 2024 will feature four live stages, as well as workshops and networking opportunities. Here’s a taster of what’s on offer

Show off
Showcase your talents at Professional Beauty North for your chance to level up with our Nail and Makeup Competitions

Retinol regulations
What do the changes in EU regulations for retinoids mean for the UK beauty industry? Kezia Parkins investigates

Eyes on the future
Although she never set out to launch a brand, Leah Oldfield has developed Leo Lash from the ground up in two years. She shares her story and her plans for expansion

Creating connection
Aesthetics a nd wellness meet at The Ardour Clinic. Kezia Parkins speaks to co-founder Anna Miller

Nail tech notes
We asked five leading nail techs at the top of their game to share the answers to the questions they always get asked, and the top tips they’ve picked up over their careers

Calm & care
New treatments cater to people living with cancer and we try out advanced wellness programmes and multi-tech facials

TONING UP
This month’s launches include skincare to boost radiance, devices to rejuvenate skin, and nail and lash systems to enhance beauty

NETWORK ACCESS
Debbie Adams runs The Guinot Salon East Belfast. She tells Erin Leybourne about being a franchisee, and her advice for other salon owners interested in franchising