Published 31st Dec 2025 A year of change and innovation: 2025’s most impactful beauty industry developments 2025 has been a big year for the beauty industry, with sweeping regulatory changes, high-profile product launches and landmark business moves shaping the market. Here, we round up the ten most-read stories on Professional Beauty’s website this year, highlighting …
7 key steps for better results
You may have mastered the art of the manicure, but are you just as confident when it comes to pedicures? Following the correct pedicure steps is essential for delivering a safe, effective and long-lasting treatment. Knowing what to do – and when – not only improves results for your client but also helps nail technicians …
Chronic stress, inflammageing and skin ageing
Published 19th Dec 2025 Chronic stress is accelerating skin ageing through inflammation, barrier breakdown and collagen loss – here’s what every beauty professional needs to know Chronic stress doesn’t just affect the mind; it also changes the skin at a cellular level. As clients juggle increasingly demanding lives, understanding the link between stress, inflammation and …
Salon Growth Summit’s First Keynote Speaker
Sam Conniff’s ‘Be More Pirate’ Masterclass is coming to the Salon Growth Summit We are excited to announce Sam Conniff, best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and creator of the Be More Pirate movement, as a keynote speaker on The Business Stage at Salon Growth Summit 2026. Taking place on Monday, March 2, from 13:30 to 15:00, …
Best blush formulas, shades & placement
With new blush formulations launching constantly – from powders and creams to liquids and jellies – many clients struggle to identify which option truly suits their skin. For makeup artists and beauty professionals, understanding how to match blush formulation, shade and placement to skin type, age and complexion is key to achieving the most flattering …
Winter spray tan tips for salons: marketing & client retention
Keep clients glowing through the colder months with winter spray tan marketing that focuses on confidence, self-care, and expert seasonal skincare tips The winter months are traditionally the quietest season for tanning services because as temperatures drop and layers increase, many clients feel less urgency to maintain a bronzed glow. There are fewer social events …
Magnesium benefits for skin, stress and sleep
Updated on 17th Dec 2025 As understanding of magnesium’s role in skin health, stress regulation and sleep continues to grow, this mineral is being re-evaluated as a serious tool for professional beauty and wellness From topical treatments to targeted supplementation, magnesium’s broad physiological impact is positioning it as a valuable addition to both treatment menus …
How to incorporate CBD oil in beauty products and treatments
You’ve probably already heard a lot about CBD oil in beauty, and if you haven’t, expect clients to start asking questions. Cannabidiol (CBD) oil comes from the cannabis sativa plant but doesn’t have any psychoactive properties, so is fully legal in the UK. The difference between CBD and cannabis as a drug lies in the strain …