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Youth Unemployment Rise Stifles Hair & Beauty Apprenticeships
Youth unemployment reaches 16.1%, the highest since 2015, preventing the hair and beauty sector from training new apprentices.

Funeral Parlour Reimagined as Shropshire Beauty Haven
A former funeral directors in Shropshire has been transformed into NT Beauty Salon, focusing on client relaxation and personalised service.

British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026 Photos Released
Photos from the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026, held March 2, are now available online for industry viewing.

Unilever's New CIO Signals AI Push in Beauty Business
Reema Jain's appointment as CIO at Unilever highlights the company's accelerated push for AI integration in its beauty and personal care operations.
TONI&GUY Creates Sculpted Chignon for Paul Costelloe LFW AW26
TONI&GUY created sleek, sculpted chignons for Paul Costelloe's AW26 collection at London Fashion Week using LABEL.M hairspray.

2026 British Hairdressing Business Award Winners Announced
The British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026 winners were announced on March 2nd, celebrating the industry's best.

Fresha Data Shows 2,100% Surge in Polka Dot Nail Searches
Fresha data shows a 2,100% surge in polka dot nail searches for spring 2026, alongside growing interest in butter yellow and minimal manicures.

Salon No-Shows Cost Thousands: How Systems Protect Profits
Salon no-shows cost businesses thousands annually. A quiz reveals how scheduling systems and automated confirmations are key to protecting profits.

Salon Growth: Data Shows 8 Strategies to Boost Business
The global salon market is set to surge, but UK salons need systematic strategies for booking, marketing, and client retention to achieve growth.

Salon Growth: Data Shows 67% Saw 30% Rise Last Year
67% of salons saw over 30% growth last year, driven by smart strategy and digital tools, not luck.