2023-10-13 15:03
The aesthetics industry is in turmoil, as a government consultation puts thousands of businesses under threat.
The beauty and aesthetics industry has been largely unregulated for many yea… Read More
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The UK Beauty Online Blog provides an inside view on the professional Beauty Industry.
2023-04-19 09:16
What nail professionals need to know.
You might have seen that there has been a lot of coverage in the news recently regarding the rise in nail allergies as a result of gel nail applicati… Read More
2021-03-13 10:00
The devastating murder of Sarah Everard has brought the issue of women’s safety into the spotlight in a huge way. A simple scroll through social media today will uncover a range of sto… Read More
2020-10-31 16:57
It hurts doesn’t it? The announcement by Boris Johnson that the UK is heading into another lockdown has left the beauty industry reeling yet again. Salon owners, beauty therapists and… Read More
2019-02-24 14:51
Over time, trends have changed regarding the levels of tan that people want to show in their skin. In the past, those who were poor generally worked outdoors and were exposed to the sun, so… Read More
2018-03-08 11:54
Steve Douch is an experienced make-up artist and now has his own make up range, STV Cosmetics. He is now our next Salon Star!
Steve has been a professional make-up artist for more than 15 ye… Read More
2018-02-26 14:14
For many, fighting the signs of ageing or improving the health of skin is an ongoing battle that can’t always be won. So, is Calla-Coll the new tool to help?
There are a million creams… Read More
2018-02-21 21:06
This weekend sees the start of the 2018 beauty exhibition calendar, but this year it is more important than ever for visitors to be aware of what they might be buying into.
It goes without s… Read More
2017-07-23 22:16
Saturday morning saw BBC Breakfast tackle the subject of regulation in the beauty industry, albeit briefly. So what would it mean for beauty therapists and their clients?
I have long been co… Read More
2017-06-29 13:42
Last night saw the launch of the new ITV-Be show Spa Wars. So, was this set to be another trashing of the beauty industry or was there hope of something more?
The show pits three salon or sp… Read More
2017-06-23 12:12
Cosmetic surgery and procedures have grown massively in popularity over the past 20 years. If you want to improve the way a certain part of your body looks and makes you feel, chances are th… Read More
2017-06-09 12:34
I recently got the chance to visit the spa at Hoar Cross Hall, and it was an experience not to be forgotten.
I am a bit of a spa junkie, and this visit to Hoar Cross Hall in Burton-Upon-Tren… Read More
2017-05-12 11:12
I am a gel nails devotee. My own skills when it comes to painting a nail are pitiful so I love how gels give me beautiful nails every day. As someone who is pretty heavy handed, I put t… Read More
2017-05-08 12:50
Until now, you are probably using a scrub to scrape the dead skin cells from the body, but what about your lips? Lips are a super-sensitive area that is often overlooked. According to salon… Read More
2017-04-15 15:32
Whilst many think that the beauty industry has changed little over the years, there have in fact been some massive shifts and developments. So, does this change how people practise… Read More
2017-04-01 07:50
April Fool’s Day is good fun in the most part, but when businesses start to get involved it can seriously backfire!
We are all in favour of a few harmless giggles and no doubt you have… Read More
2017-03-30 13:59
We all have own style when it comes to make-up, but as we get older these techniques don’t always stand the test of time, so here we have a range of make-up tips for mature skin.
The b… Read More
2017-02-06 11:29
The beauty industry thrives on innovation; with each year bringing our attention to the next big thing in skincare, nails and make-up. With a direction into a more organic realm of beauty, w… Read More
2016-11-21 14:14
You’ve done your training, you’ve served your time at salon and now you feel it’s time to set up your own business. So, what does that feat mean to you?
There are many reas… Read More
2016-11-14 13:33
Good skincare is hard to come by, so when I was offered the chance to try the new Baie Botanique range I had to find out more.
I was sent three products from the Baie Botanique Rose Renew co… Read More
2016-10-28 15:26
As the nights begin to draw in, thoughts start to turn to Christmas. Whilst it might seem early, now is the time for salons to start thinking about what retail lines they will be offering. C… Read More
2016-10-17 12:12
Teeth whitening has long been a feature in beauty salons, but many beauty therapists do not realise or care that they are actually offering this illegally, and their businesses are now under… Read More
2016-10-06 09:25
Marine Beauty Care Ltd. is run by beauty therapists for beauty therapists who are looking for solutions and results for every one of their clients as well as a profitable retail market.
We i… Read More
2016-09-23 12:57
We may only be in the first few days of Autumn, but for beauty business owners it is already time to think about the Christmas retail phenomenon.
Christmas Beauty Treatments
As with many bus… Read More
2016-09-02 14:04
With a current widespread male trend for beards, it was inevitable that products to care for this hairy phenomenon would soon follow. So, when I was sent a beard oil to try I roped in a will… Read More
2016-08-18 07:58
By now you have probably seen a story circulated online about a young woman who has listed her wedding dress on eBay to pay for the cost of her divorce. Whilst there seems nothing strange in… Read More
2016-08-02 12:51
When you think of make-up, you generally think of a luscious lipstick or creamy eye palette, but there are some important tools that every girl needs and yet they don’t always spring r… Read More
2016-07-08 13:16
Whether you were in the Leave or Remain camp, Brexit has turned the country upside down. So, has this made you question your business plans?
No matter which way you voted, the decision to le… Read More
2016-06-26 09:00
Beyond Organic Skincare have won 28 awards for their fabulous natural and organic skincare.
More and more customers are asking for a natural and organic alternative for their facials and mas… Read More
2016-06-24 14:04
Offering a specialist treatment requires top quality training and the very best equipment. Technology such as the incredible machines from Goddess International are great for offering instan… Read More
2016-06-21 09:45
El Truchan is a fully qualified, certified and insured Permanent Make-up, Microblading, Micro-needling and Medical Tattoo Specialist, trained to the highest level (Elite) by Nouveau Contour… Read More
2016-06-15 14:04
Microbeads appear in a number of beauty and cosmetics products, and after a long campaign they will now be banned in the UK.
For those that do not know, microbeads are small plastic particle… Read More
2016-06-09 17:52
No make-up look is complete without the addition of a good lipstick, so when Living Nature offered to let me try some of their new organic lipsticks in my favourite colours, I couldn’t… Read More
2016-05-27 12:29
Many of your clients come to you expecting a treatment that will leave them looking younger and refreshed. When a standard facial is just no longer cutting it, then try harnessing the very b… Read More
2016-05-26 09:40
On a very special weekend in May, Sweet Squared along with CND, sponsored the Vogue 100 Festival to celebrate 100 years of their prestigious publication.
Bespoke manicures were created in Ce… Read More
2016-05-24 14:00
When you train to become a beauty therapist you do so in order to become a professional. Those qualifications allow you to offer a range of fantastic professional beauty products, but what i… Read More
2016-05-18 15:42
Lynne Baker RGN is the founder and owner of Calla Salon and also Calla Distribution. The businesses are based in Newbury, Berkshire, and the distribution business looks after brands such as… Read More
2016-05-17 15:22
In the beauty industry, Sweet Squared has long been a by-word for quality and integrity where nail products are concerned. This makes their recent foray into the world of Color Proof hair ca… Read More
2016-03-14 16:34
A spa treatment is often one that is special and unique, which is why Shrinking Violet, the inch-loss specialists, have now launched their own dedicated range of spa treatments.
Shrinking Vi… Read More
2016-03-01 13:00
Gift vouchers can be a big seller in any salon throughout the year. They are easy to make, easy to sell and easy to administer, and yet so many therapists are finding themselves in dilemmas… Read More
2016-02-27 23:30
When talking to someone I have known for a long time, the issue of customer service came up. As a long standing client of a business, she has seen attitudes towards her change as new custome… Read More
2016-02-12 10:46
Whether we like it or not, the beauty industry is one which is dominated by women. As the vast majority of your staff are likely to be female, before long someone will want to start a family… Read More
2016-01-20 13:56
Afternoon tea is an indulgence that we all love. It brings a sense of decadence and luxury to a beautiful tradition. As a busy mother trying to run her own business, luxury isn’t somet… Read More
2015-10-24 19:34
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing the beauty products for your business, but does it ever cross your mind where in the world your products come from?
With such a variety of… Read More
2015-10-09 09:33
By its nature, the beauty industry is a predominantly female one. That also means that many of the positions of power, from suppliers to salons are also held by women. Whilst this is great i… Read More
2015-09-15 08:01
Having had two children in the space of three years, the offer of a Shrinking Violet kit to help me shed a few of my excess inches was not something I was about to turn down.
Since having ch… Read More
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