Editor’s CommentThe fast-paced nature of the beauty industry is one

Spas and pro brands join global movement to cut plastics usageSpas and pro brands join global movement to cut plastics

Less than half of salons ready for GDPR deadline on May 25Less than half of salons ready for GDPR deadline on

in brief// Rebecca Cathcart has been appointed HD Brows lead

KG Salon to open first franchise and standalone training academyKG Salon to open first franchise and standalone training

Popularity of vegan beauty boosts sales in the prestige skincare marketPopularity of vegan beauty boosts sales in the prestige

in brief// Lash extension company Novalash has changed its

Urban Retreat leaves Harrods, replaced by in-store salonUrban Retreat leaves Harrods, replaced by in-store

Only 14% of consumers research what’s in their skincareOnly 14% of consumers take the time to research facial

in brief// Ergoline parent company JK Health and Beauty Technologies

Sue Harmsworth leaves Espa, following sale to The Hut GroupSue Harmsworth leaves Espa, following sale to The Hut

Demand for natural facial scrubs sees sales soar to £1.4mDemand for natural facial scrubs sees sales soar to

diary dates// UK Spa Association Spring Networking Event April

K.B Pro launches three new Level 4 qualificationsNouveau Beauty Group (NBG) has launched the first Level

IIAA announces Skin Solutions RoadshowThe International Institute for Antiageing (IIAA) has

Caci releases stats to support SPED microcurrentA third-party study by Cutest Systems commissioned

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

What’s hot on 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 spaSpring marks the start of bridal season and more than

Insider nailsStaying on top of the latest techniques and trends

embrace changeIf you’re embarking upon staff appraisals, remind your team that change is essential to keep the business moving in the right direction, 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… Tima ReshadThe owner of PB Award-winning salon Coco Nail Bar talks to Amanda Pauley about opening an edgy salon, recruiting good techs and competing with non-standard nail businesses

Last chance to shineEntries to the Professional Beauty Regional Awards close on May 11. Don’t miss your chance to stake your claim as one of the best spas or salons in the UK

Burst OF ENERGYPlasma is the latest industry buzzword, but how does it work, and what can it do? GEORGIA SEAGO gives you the lowdown

6 top tips… for tanning bridal partiesAhead of bridal season, we asked six spray-tanning experts to share their advice for bronzing brides

There SHE glowsAdd these products to your bridal tanning kit

Manscaping 101Want to specialise in male waxing but don’t know where to start? AMANDA PAULEY quizzes four leading wax pros to provide you with a follicular cheat sheet, covering everything from mastering the boy brow to total deforestation

Smooth operatorNew to male waxing? Here’s our pick of the best wax products on the pro market

TAKE noticeNotice periods seem simple but there can be a wide range of circumstances. DAVID WRIGHT explains where you stand as an employer

NAIL BITESUV lamps are back in the spotlight following new reports and we explore Celtic Manor’s champagne nail bar

SALON SPOTLIGHTChampagne & Beauty Bar, Celtic Manor Resort, Newport

Beauty breakthroughsAdvanced facials that treat dry skin, wrinkles and pollution damage are big news, plus we review Semilac’s magnetic mani

Glow GETTERSThis month’s launches are dominated by acid-packed skincare that promises to give clients freshly glowing skin

How to make it as an… academy ownerKatie Barnes, PB’s Nail Professional of the Year 2018 and owner of Katie Barnes Training Academy, reveals how you can successfully open an independent training facility