Editor’s CommentThe future of the beauty workforce has been a cause

Elemis to be acquired by L’Occitane for £700mElemis has entered a deal to be sold to the L’Occitane

Nail Harmony opens first All That Jazz Beauty Bar with plans to franchise nationallyNail Harmony opens first All That Jazz Beauty Bar with

Secondary schools preventing pupils from finding out about vocational coursesSecondary schools preventing pupils from finding out

Queen B nail salon in Croydon opening “destination” beauty salonQueen B nail salon in Croydon opening “destination”

inbriefThe Hair Loss Friendly Spa campaign launched in January

Natural ingredients and bold lip looks top Pinterest’s 2019 beauty trendsNatural ingredients and bold lip looks top Pinterest’s

Beauty businesses under-representing religious groups and older peopleBeauty businesses under-representing religious groups

Government to test nail salon licensing scheme in ManchesterThe Government’s Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority

Level 2 Trailblazer beauty apprenticeships ready for deliveryLevel 2 Trailblazer beauty apprenticeships ready for

Windsor salon marks ninth Guinot franchiseGuinot has opened its latest franchise salon in Windsor.

Louella Belle appoints head of educationLouella Belle, distributor of Morgan Taylor, Artistic

Venus Concept partners with SaksAesthetic devices manufacturer Venus Concept has announced

diarydatesFebruary 17–18 Professional Beauty GCC & World

professional beauty.co.ukWe take a look inside PB’s digital world

What’s hoton PB ONLINEYour one-stop shop where all the latest news, features, products and expert opinions are brought together and streamed by sector-specific channels

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

Insider beautyOur exclusive monthly benchmarking stats for each sector of the market

Insider spaWith the spray-tanning market growing year on year

Insider nailsWith news last year revealing that nail enhancements

Breaking the RULESWhile many clients love the idea of a bespoke service, others want to know exactly what they’re getting. Make sure you know the rules before you break them, writes HELLEN WARD

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

Talking to…Caroline LarisseyThe chairwoman of the newly formed JCCP sub-group for beauty tells Georgia Seago why she’s made it her mission to fight for therapists in aesthetics

GET Ahead for2019With new show features and a fleet of exciting product launches, a visit to PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY LONDON at ExCeL on February 24–25 is the essential place to spot trends for the coming year

WHERE wellness MEANS BUSINESSThe World Spa & Wellness Convention is back with a brand new format and more than 50 top-name speakers. Here are just a few of the trends you can hear about in London in Februar

Sharing SolutionsThe SALON AND SPA NETWORKING LUNCH at Professional Beauty London provides a unique opportunity to share real-life business challenges with other professionals

Listen AND LEARNPROFESSIONAL BEAUTY LONDON offers more than great shopping opportunities. Make the most of your visit by attending some of the equally inspirational and practical educational events

First ratePROFESSIONAL BEAUTY LONDON will host its first ever lash competition, raising awareness of the expertise needed for intricate extension services. Here’s how to take part…

Rise TO THE topPut your skills to the test in our make-up and nails championships at PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY LONDON

All about apprenticeshipsThe laws around apprenticeships are changing, and vary depending on the age and location of the apprentice. The NBF’s Caroline Larrissey explains

New year, new recruitsTrade may be slower, but February’s more fluid job market means it’s still a time of opportunity for both employers and therapists, writes FIONA VLEMMIKS

Golden opportunityAs tanning becomes a beauty staple for clients of all ages, now is the perfect time to update your treatment menu. The UK’s leading tanners tell AMANDA PAULEY about this year’s top tanning trends and how to convert them into sales for your business

STRENGTH IN NUMBERSAs Brexit looms, Babtac chair LESLEY BLAIR analyses the impact on the beauty industry and suggests now is the time to join together to retain control of our future

TAILORED approachFollow these 10 tips to help attract and retain clients of colour, writes aesthetic therapist DIJA AYODELE

Nature’s NECTARIs the buzz around CBD oil in beauty products justified, or all hype? GEORGIA SEAGO finds out

It’s party TIMEThe industry’s best will come together in London for the PB and WSW Awards 2019. Make sure you’re there to form new connections and celebrate excellence

Fighting FITRepetitive strain injury and lower back pain are common workplace injuries for therapists but easily preventable with the right know-how. Pilates teacher Kerry Beavis demonstrates four exercises that will keep your staffin tip-top shape

Ring in THE CHANGESSeveral changes to employment law have been proposed by the Government. DAVID WRIGHT explains how these will impact salon and salon and spa owners

NAIL BITESTortoiseshell nails take over, free manicures are offered for the needy, and a new business owner gives advice

SALON SPOTLIGHTStudio, Home of Nails and Beauty, Bangor, North Wales

New BEGINNINGSLaunches aimed at detoxification and skin regeneration take centre stage this February

Fresh formulasThis month’s nail launches prepare for spring with prety pastels and tropical teals, while hydrating skincare products focus on rejuvenating clients’ tired skin

How to make it as a…beauty vloggerNail tech Natasha Lee has almost a quarter of a million followers on YouTube. The CND grand master technician tells us what it takes to became a social media inluencer