The government has announced during the Downing Street Press Conference on 9 July 2020 that the beauty sector will be opening from the 13th of July. This follows the earlier easing of lockdown which allowed hairdressers to open on the 4th of July.
Read MoreWith colour services in high demand from clients who have inches of roots, or have attempted a box dye during lockdown, colourist’s skills are going to be tested once clients return to the salon.
Read MoreWe are living in a world of first impressions and appearances, our skin’s “look” inevitably has a major impact on our self-confidence, and our professional and personal lives. So, let’s find out what is ageing our bodies and our skin, and how we can temper this process!
Read MoreUp until a few months ago, face masks were an exception on our streets, especially outside Asia. However, things have drastically changed because of the Corona Pandemic: wearing a face mask has now become part of our everyday ritual and that may last for quite a while to come.
Read MoreIngrown hairs cause red and itchy bumps where a hair has grown back under the skin. It doesn’t look nice and is often very uncomfortable. The problem arises especially after shaving which is why men have many of their face and neck and women find them on legs and armpits.
Read MoreWith all UK salons due to reopen next month, there will be some aspects of the visit that will be very different - the consultation for starters! Clive Collins, director at HOB Salons, share how to make a virtual consultation work for you.
Read MoreFor curly girls, moisture is the key to success, but did you know that some hair care practices can make curly hair dry, frizzy and unmanageable? Curl expert, Ouidad, addresses the most common moisture zappers and how best to treat thirsty curls.
Read MoreWith over 4 month of clients out of salons, seasonal trends have been put on hold. After boy dyes, home haircuts and inches long roots - trends are changing with salons set to reopen.
Read MoreFiguring out insurance can be a minefield which is why the Freelance Hairdresser Association (FHA) has stepped in to answer all your insurance questions.
Read MoreThe government has released guidance for close contact services which includes hairdressers, barbers, beauticians, tattooists, sports and massage therapists, after input from industry bodies.
Read MoreThe countdown is on for salons to reopen – and while PPE, hand sanitiser and social distancing is forefront in your mind, there are other things not to forget about that will make reopening run smoothly.
Read MoreIn a coronavirus world, where PPE is essential to protect the safety of yourself and your clients - how useful is taking your client’s temperature?
Read MoreSome clients may have experimented with home dyes. A patch test will be required to ensure that the client can still tolerate their in-salon colour.
Read MoreRecent events surrounding Black Lives Matter have sparked a conversation in our industry about equality and diversity have led Naeemah LaFond, amika's Global Artistic Director to create the powerful and informative guide.
Read MoreHow is Henna made and where does it come from? Read on for the Down low on Brow Tint.
Read MoreWith the rise of nail product popularity during lockdown, tight pockets, and availability of press on nails from retail stores, you may be struggling to give into the idea of creating press on nails - so here are the top marketing tips.
Read MoreSheaMoisture UK have announced that as part of their global Community Commerce business model, they have launched a £40,000 fund to support UK black female owned salons survive during Covid-19, supporting the communities that have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic.
Read MoreThis Back to Work Plan created by the Hair and Barber Council will help you plan for re-opening, in a way that will give your staff and customers the confidence they need to know that you have taken all the precautions you can to protect them whilst on your premises.
Read MoreIf your practice is feeling the effects of COVID-19, try your best to consider it a great opportunity to improve and be ready for your inevitable reopening.
Read MoreThe key is to understand, that money will be tight for both you and your clients alike, so a disproportionate rise in prices shouldn’t be encouraged, however, clients across Europe have shown to be understanding of a small increase in price.
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