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British Hair Consortium Pushes Salon VAT Reform to Local MPs

British Hair Consortium Pushes Salon VAT Reform to Local MPs

The British Hair Consortium is mobilising salon owners to lobby MPs for a reduced VAT rate following government signals regarding sector-specific tax reform.

2 min read
•Salon BusinessJul 17, 2026
Haircuts4Homeless Partnership Shows The Value Of Outreach

Haircuts4Homeless Partnership Shows The Value Of Outreach

Haircuts4Homeless provided 22 free haircuts at Manchester FA's community football event, illustrating how salon expertise can foster meaningful social impact.

2 min read
•Salon BusinessJul 17, 2026
Why Scalp Wellness Should Be Your Next Client Consultation Step

Why Scalp Wellness Should Be Your Next Client Consultation Step

Integrating scalp wellness into your standard consultation process strengthens client loyalty and positions your salon as a trusted advisor for holistic hair health.

2 min read
•Modern SalonJul 16, 2026
Managing Hair Damage: A Professional Guide for Salon Owners

Managing Hair Damage: A Professional Guide for Salon Owners

Addressing damaged hair requires balancing client expectations with the science of bond restoration and lipid protection for better long-term outcomes.

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•Salon BusinessJul 16, 2026
Leaf Studios Talent Incubator: A New Model for Freelancers

Leaf Studios Talent Incubator: A New Model for Freelancers

Leaf Studios is launching a Talent Incubator that provides freelance stylists with brand support, education, and marketing resources in a collaborative environment.

2 min read
•Barber EVOJul 16, 2026
Why the Half-Moon Manicure is a Growth Opportunity for Salons

Why the Half-Moon Manicure is a Growth Opportunity for Salons

The half-moon manicure trend offers UK salons a way to upsell technical precision through natural nail services, favouring healthy, long-term client retention.

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•Scratch MagazineJul 16, 2026
HairCon 2026: The Shift Toward Festival-Style Trade Events

HairCon 2026: The Shift Toward Festival-Style Trade Events

With 11,600 attendees, HairCon 2026 signals a shift toward festival-style industry events that combine creative inspiration with practical business education.

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•Salon BusinessJul 16, 2026
Wellness Brand IM8 Secures $1B Financing for Marketing Growth

Wellness Brand IM8 Secures $1B Financing for Marketing Growth

Wellness brand IM8 secured $1 billion to fund marketing costs through future revenue, offering a new perspective on how beauty businesses scale their growth.

2 min read
•Global Cosmetics NewsJul 16, 2026
Professional Reading: Four Titles for Salon Business Growth

Professional Reading: Four Titles for Salon Business Growth

Four new industry books offer frameworks for financial and leadership growth; here is how UK salon owners can translate these lessons into daily practice.

2 min read
•Modern SalonJul 15, 2026
Scullion & Scot Win Triple at 2026 L’Oréal Colour Trophy

Scullion & Scot Win Triple at 2026 L’Oréal Colour Trophy

Scullion & Scot’s triple victory at the 2026 L’Oréal Colour Trophy highlights how regional salons can leverage major competition wins to build national brand equity.

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•Hairdressers Journal InteractiveJul 15, 2026