WelcomeWe hear so much about the dangers of advanced treatments

DIY gel nail kits and incorrect professional use lead to increase in allergic reactionsAll the news and views from the world of beauty, spa and nails

Professional Beauty Regional Awards 2017 entry deadline fast approachingProfessional Beauty Regional Awards 2017 entry deadline

News in brief■ St Tropez has appointed digital influencer Natasha

Popularity of prestige makeup sees market value grow to £770mPopularity of prestige makeup sees market value grow

Beauty in 2020: genetic profiling and genderless campaigns tipped as top trendsBeauty in 2020: genetic profiling and genderless

News in brief■ Organic certification body The Soil Association will

Salons warned about potential fire risks from paraffin softening treatmentsSalons warned about potential fire risks from paraffin

Facebook and Instagram posts strongly influence UK consumers’ beauty buysFacebook and Instagram posts strongly influence UK

News in brief■ Seaweed-based skincare brand Voya has appointed Jane

Industry remembers Joan Thornycroft, MBE, who has died aged 101Industry remembers Joan Thornycroft, MBE, who has died

Flintshire salon facing £40,000 fine after raid uncovers illegal workersFlintshire salon facing £40,000 fine after raid uncovers

News in brief■ Waxing brand Waxperts, distributed by Sweet Squared

The Massage Company signs franchise deal for three sitesThe Massage Company signs franchise deal for three

Caudalie and Aromatherapy Associates feature at new Hilton London Bankside spaCaudalie and Aromatherapy Associates feature at new

Student makeup artist wins industry talent searchTrainee make-up artist Lance Breakwell won this year’s

Changes to beauty education explainedWith huge changes for beauty apprentices and students coming into force, Georgia Seago clarifies all you need to know about the new landscape of learning

Winds of changeAfter more than 40 years in the industry, skincare brand Decléor is opening its first boutique salon. Amanda Pauley finds out why now is the right time for a flagship

Web watchWe take a look inside Professional Beauty’s digital world

Beauty HubYour one-stop shop where all the latest news, features, products and expert opinions are brought together and streamed by channel

Insider beautyInsider, our exclusive statistics about business in salons and spas. It’s the easiest way to stay in the know

Insider spaHOW DID TREATMENT BUSINESS IN MARCH 2017 COMPARE WITH

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Professionals onlyWhen times get tough, we need to maximise on the treatments consumers can’t recreate at home, writes Hellen Ward

Be the best IN YOUR REGIONDo you run the best salon or spa in your region? Prove it to your clients by entering the Professional Beauty Regional Awards 2017

Ask the expertsOur experts answer an array of questions about every aspect of running a successful salon or spa business

Debbie ThomasThe laser and advanced skincare expert and “celebrity facialist” tells Georgia Seago how she made it to the top by sticking to her specialism

CHANGING FACE OF BEAUTYFrom virtual reality to interactive apps, a new wave of technology is shifting the beauty landscape. Amanda Pauley uncovers how it will change the future of salons

Confessions of a spray tannerIndustry pros open up to Amanda Pauley about their most challenging spray tan treatments and explain how to avoid the same thing happening to you

Sunshine solutions10 of the best professional and at-home tanning products guaranteed to give your clients that sun-kissed glow

Temperature DROPFat freezing is fast becoming the most talked about treatment in body contouring. Georgia Seago investigates whether it’s worth the investment

SLIM and SculptIf cryolipolysis isn’t for you, check out our pick of the latest body-contouring devices that use other technologies

5 STEPS TO CREATING A BUDGETWhat should you include in your annual budget? Valerie Delforge explores the hidden costs you may have overlooked

Nail bitesWe give you an insight into OPI’s Fiji-inspired Trend Tour and a squad of techs pitch in for a good cause

Avoiding the issueWhere do you stand if an employee is signed off sick while under investigation for disciplinary incidents? David Wright explains your options

Summer staplesA range of body treatments launch this month, promising to get your clients holiday-ready

Scentsual healingAromatherapy gets a fresh update thanks to wellness-inspired bath and body blends

Diary datesThe International Make-Up Artist Trade Show (IMATS)

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Out & aboutBehind the scenes at all the parties, launches and events in the world of beauty and spa