Professional beauty supplier and training academy, Gerrard International has acquired the Jessica nail brand, 35 years after it launched it into in the UK Founded in 1992 by professional manicurist Susan and her late husband Ian Gerrard, Gerrard International supplies products for manicures, pedicures, skincare, tanning and makeup. Following the passing of Jessica Vartoughian, founder of …
Salon software provider Vagaro has launched its Business Health Check tool, a free assessment that helps business owners evaluate the health, stability, and long-term potential of their business. The Business Health Check tool delivers a simple score based on five key areas that drive long-term success: service diversification, customer retention, recurring revenue, pricing flexibility, and technology …
Updated on 27th Nov 2025 The 2025 Autumn Budget sets out new tax, National Insurance and wage measures that could impact UK beauty businesses The 2025 Autumn Budget was delivered today (November 26) by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the House of Commons. The Budget is the UK Government’s annual plan outlining tax, spending and economic measures for …
New analysis reveals where men can most easily prioritise appearance, affordability and general health As Movember focuses national attention on men’s physical and mental health, new research from menswear retailer House of Cavani has identified the best UK cities for men’s wellbeing, spanning grooming services, affordability and access to wellness resources. The data compares 30 cities …
For co-founder Charlotte Henson, the partnership is especially meaningful: “Before Mike and I created HONA, I was a salon owner for eight years and would always order my general stock through Ellisons. “To now see the products that we’ve created available to purchase on their website fills me with such pride. “Ellisons is a distributor …
A new industry report has shone a light on the financial pressures shaping UK salons, and the practical tools that could help beauty professionals build stronger, more sustainable businesses A new report published by Timely, in partnership with financial education platform The Curve, has exposed the growing financial insecurity facing the UK’s hair and beauty …
On Monday November 17, the Beauty Directors Club and the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (Habia) hosted the first of a new series of Beauty Round Up events. Taking place at Trafford College in Manchester, the networking event provided beauty salon and skin clinic owners, managers and professionals with the opportunity to connect with brands …
The Babtac & Cibtac Awards 2025 winners were revealed on Sunday (November 9) during a black-tie dinner at The Fairmont Windsor Park in Berkshire. This year, the event had 22 categories, created to celebrate salons, spas, beauty therapists, trainers and students. Babtac Awards 2025 winners Advanced AestheticianCarole Lacey, Waterside Aesthetics Beauty TherapistJoanna Bojarska, Beauty by Joanna Bojarska …