Abigail Cole, owner of Touch Health and Beauty in Hampshire, shares the impact of advanced treatments on business growth and why education and partnership are key to success As clients become increasingly results-focused, many salons are evolving into advanced skincare destinations – and Touch Health and Beauty in Hampshire is a perfect example. Founder Abigail Cole has transformed …
How to prep nails for a manicure
A perfect, long-lasting manicure starts with expert nail preparation tailored to each client. From cleansing the nail plate to cuticle care and shaping, every step matters. In this article, Professional Beauty speaks to nail artists Jessica White, Julie-Anne Larivière, and Jodie Keen to share the best professional nail prep techniques for perfect results every time. …
How to enter Vagaro’s ‘Flex, Scale & Grow Contest’
Vagaro, a cloud-based business management platform tailored for the beauty, wellness, and fitness industries, has announced a new competition. The Flex, Scale & Grow Contest was created to help business owners make their dreams a reality – and entering is simple. What’s the prize? You could be in with the chance of winning: One free …
Professional Beauty Group’s Regional Growth Summits
Across April-June 2026, Professional Beauty and Hairdressers Journal International will be holding three summits across Glasgow, Birmingham and Leeds designed to support business growth and promote strategic partnerships. These regional summits are in addition to the inaugural Salon Growth Summit taking place on 1-2 March 2026 at Olympia London. What are the Professional Beauty Group Regional …
Professional Beauty Autumn 2025 – What went on at the show?
Professional Beauty Autumn returned to the Excel London this October, for two days packed full of free education, outstanding networking opportunities, and exciting competitions. Here’s a glimpse at what went on… The stages at PB Autumn With the Professional Beauty Stage and the Health and Wellbeing Stage, visitors had ample access to free education – …
Professional Beauty Awards 2026 finalists shortlist
The finalists for the Professional Beauty Awards 2026 can now be revealed. The Professional Beauty Awards are the most prestigous and long-running awards in the industry and celebrate salons, spas, clinics, teams and individuals who set the standard in customer service, business and treatment delivery. This year, there are 15 categories. Book your tickets now to …
Beauty Secrets Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Salon Expansion, Training Academy & Mentoring Plans
Karen Thompson, owner of beauty salon group Beauty Secrets, is celebrating 40 years in business with a series of events across her five beauty salons in the South of England – and has outlined bold plans for the future of her beauty business. Each salon has hosted special events to honour long-serving beauty therapists and …
How beauty professionals can use AI to save time and grow their business
From skin analysis to marketing support, discover how AI can help beauty professionals work smarter, attract more clients and grow their business without losing the personal touch Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries worldwide, and the beauty, spa and aesthetics sectors are no exception. For beauty professionals juggling the roles of therapist, receptionist, marketer, bookkeeper …