Health & beauty sector ‘least prepared’ for second wave of Coronavirus
The health and beauty sector is the least prepared for a second wave of Covid-19, according to a new survey by Brightpearl. The research (a survey of 500 retailers) found that 75% of health and beauty businesses said they have made no preparations at all for a second wave of…
[Updated] Face coverings: The rules for nail & beauty pros & clients
There has been confusion within the nail industry as to the face coverings beauty professionals are required to wear during a treatment, and what should be asked of the client. While the below are guidelines from government, we encourage you to make your own decisions on top of such guidelines,…
Sweet Squared partners with Armargentum to distribute face coverings in UK & Ireland
Sweet Squared has partnered with Armargentum® to exclusively distribute the premium nose and mouth coverings in the UK and Ireland. Armargentum® face coverings are Oeko-Tex® certified, meaning they have been rigorously tested for the presence of harsh chemicals, so techs can be sure they’re safe to wear around the nose…
Kalos Ventures launches to provide advice & financial support to beauty entrepreneurs
Kalos Ventures has launched this month to the global health and beauty market, with an aim of providing advice and financial support to ambitious entrepreneurs within the beauty sector. Specialising in supporting private companies in the health, beauty and cosmetics sectors, Kalos Ventures provides M&A advice – acquisitions, disposals, fundraising,…
A reminder to be kind on social media
Now more than ever it is essential that we, as an industry, are stood in solidarity with one another and support each other. As we continue to stay connected online, it is important that this support and kindness remains prevalent on social media. Unfortunately, social media can often bring out…
Prepare to reopen with free Barbicide® Covid-19 Certification Course
Leading beauty disinfection provider, Barbicide, has launched a free online Covid-19 certification course, designed to equip beauty professionals with the knowledge to perform even safer services when returning to work. The course reveals how Covid-19 is transmitted and the symptoms and risks before detailing practical considerations for beauty pros such…
BABTAC & the British Beauty Council work together to help techs return to work safely
The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) is working with input from the British Beauty Council to provide a guide from a therapist’s viewpoint on the policies and procedures to be undertaken to ensure the safety of themselves and their clients when back at work. Lesley Blair, chair…
Prestige hand soap sales increase amid coronavirus outbreak
Amidst the Covid-19 epidemic, in-store and online sales of prestige hand soaps have increased significantly in the UK according to the NPD Group. Sales of prestige hand soaps have increased week-on-week since 26 January 2020 compared to the same period in 2019. Since 23 February 2020 (the week of the…
Coronavirus: Karen Betts donates 100,000 face masks & gloves to NHS
Founder of Nouveau Beauty Group, Karen Betts, is donating 100,000 face masks, gloves, hand sanitisers and disinfectant wipes to the NHS. Like many others, Karen has had to temporarily close her business due to the Covid-19 outbreak and is therefore donating her residual stock to those on the frontline. The…
7 ways to stay healthy at home
Dr Kuldeep Minocha, GP & cosmetic doctor at London-based Tempus Clinic, reveals 7 ways to stay healthy at home during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. 1. Keep hydrated You and your family must all keep well hydrated by drinking plenty of clear fluids, warm or cold, it doesn’t matter. If…
11 top tips for businesses during the coronavirus outbreak
Beauty business expert, Liz McKeon, says that now is the perfect time to work on your business. Below are her top 11 tips to navigate your way through coronavirus… Don’t be an ostrich by burying your head in the sand 2020 is a different world now – you need to…
Coronavirus: Still London owner shares advice to techs facing salon closures
Shelly Elson, founder and creative director of Still London, explains why she made the decision to close the salon doors from Tuesday morning and shares advice to fellow techs facing similar difficulties… Closing any business is heart wrenching, even on a temporary basis, and the decision to close Still London…
Coronavirus: Practical steps for your nail business you can implement today
Multi award-winning mobile nailist, Metta Francis, shares a number of practical steps you can implement to reduce the impact of coronavirus on your nail business… Over the last few days, I have spoken to many nail/beauty professionals and business owners who are all feeling rather unsettled. Clients are cancelling appointments, events…
Coronavirus: Essential advice for employers
Tina Chander, partner & head of the employment team at Midlands law firm, Wright Hassall, deals with employment law issues for businesses of all sizes. Here, she reveals advice for employers in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak… The coronavirus outbreak (Covid-19) has raised serious health concerns, and now, the…
4 tips on how to stay calm about Coronavirus
Ailsa Frank, a British hypnotherapist, motivational keynote speaker & author, has released four top tips on how to remain calm following the global outbreak of Coronavirus… Ailsa suggests that these techniques can be applied to any concerns people may have about the virus. 1.Take control of your thoughts. Visualise a…
