EDITOR’S COMMENTNews this month that loneliness and anxiety are

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

NEWSThe 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

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 innovationMeet the team at Professional Beauty North on September 29–30 to learn about its innovative skincare

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

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

5 lash artists TO FOLLOWThe 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.UKWe take a look inside PB’s digital world

INSIDER BEAUTYOur exclusive monthly benchmarking stats for each sector of the market

INSIDER SPABooking preferences among guests show a clear

INSIDER NAILSJuly 2024 was a mixed month

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

Fresh pair of eyesSometimes 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

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

Talking to… Katie WhiteThe 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 partnerWith 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

Time to upskillProfessional 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 offShowcase your talents at Professional Beauty North for your chance to level up with our Nail and Makeup Competitions

Feel the buzzProfessional 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

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

Eyes on the futureAlthough 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 connectionAesthetics a nd wellness meet at The Ardour Clinic. Kezia Parkins speaks to co-founder Anna Miller

Nail tech notesWe 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 & careNew treatments cater to people living with cancer and we try out advanced wellness programmes and multi-tech facials

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

NETWORK ACCESSDebbie 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