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

Threads for businessThreads is a new app from Instagram’s parent company Meta which is designed for sharing text updates and joining conversations. Kezia Parkins finds out how beauty pros are using it

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INSIDER NAILSWith more clients seeking out nail

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

Dream bigSalon owners will always face setbacks as they grow their businesses but following your dream and trusting the process will often yield surprising results, writes Hellen Ward

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

Talking to… ASTRID KEARNEYThe creative director and international make-up artist tells Lollie Hancock about her passion for project-led briefs, and how she’s helping to shape the MUAs of the future

Darlings, manage your schedule like Val GarlandThe celebrity make-up artist swears by Vagaro business management software and shares why you should too

POWER partnersFind out how Elle Jay Aesthetics paid off the cost of its devices in just 60 days and increased turnover by over £62,000 in just five months with 3D Aesthetics

Refer & EarnWith rewards and discounts for both parties, it’s a win-win with the NHBF’s Refer & Earn programme

Understanding fibroblastsThe team at LPG explains everything you need to know about fibroblasts and the action of mechanical stimulation on skin ageing

Healthy cellular radiofrequencyNot all radiofrequency is created equal. The team at Indiba explains why 448 kHz RF allows you to achieve optimal treatment outcomes

Business boostIt’s time to give your salon a post-summer refresh with smart management software

Mind, body massageIn the past, too many massage therapists have been forced out of the career due to injury, but a new wave of tools and techniques is changing the massage game, writes Kezia Parkins

MASSAGE TOOLSProducts and tools that help ease some of the mental and physical strain of massage therapists

What’s in storeProfessional Beauty North is back in Manchester on September 24–25, running alongside Aesthetic Medicine North. Combined, the shows will deliver all the launches and innovations that you need to grow your business

Invest in youWith a fresh new line-up of speakers and topics, the live education at Professional Beauty North is not to be missed

Building bondsThe Beauty Lounge owner Gemma Jarvis tells Ellen Cummings about how she grew her business from the ground up and why forging strong brand relationships has been key to growth

Powerhouse peptidesWith the ability to tackle practically any skincare concern, peptides are an essential in many skin professionals’ treatment arsenals. Ellen Cummings takes a deep dive into the science behind peptides

Mastering the French maniSay au revoir to your French mani miseries with our ultimate freehand French manicure troubleshooting guide. Kezia Parkins gets the lowdown

Do you need an online store?Online stores are for life, not just for lockdown. Ellen Cummings speaks to salon owners who are making an ongoing success of online retail

Managing through menopauseWe hear a lot about how to treat clients who are experiencing symptoms of menopause, but we need to do more to support ourselves and our teams through the change, writes menopause coach Jazz Sidhu

In the kit with ... Grace DayThe aesthetic therapist, beauty writer and Professional Beauty North 2023 speaker shares her top five products for treatments

More than massageNew launches tackle the effects of menopause on the skin and body, and we try out some bespoke facials and mechanical massages

Stay strongThis month’s launches include products to strengthen and protect skin and nails, as well as software and devices to grow your business

The power of musicMusic has the power to influence our emotions, sleep and more. Freddie Moross, chief executive of functional wellness music company Myndstream, tells Kezia Parkins how we can better harness this in spas