UK Salon & Beauty Industry News
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Trichology and Exosomes Elevate Salon Hair Thinning Services
Functional trichology and exosome technology are redefining salon services for hair thinning, empowering stylists with diagnostic tools and advanced treatments.
2026 Salon Business: Growth, Culture, and Flexibility Ahead
Salon leaders anticipate evolution in 2026, focusing on scalability, culture, and stylist autonomy over marketing gimmicks.
Nail Techs Face Burnout Risk in 2026, Need Mindset Shift
Nail business mentor Hannah Clayton warns that the beauty industry's 'busy is best' mantra is unsustainable for nail techs in 2026.
Beauty Funding Shifts: Scale and Resilience Over Growth in 2025
In 2025, beauty industry funding shifted from indiscriminate growth to balance-sheet strength, portfolio focus, and long-term value.
Salon Successes: Andrew Barton, Efi Davies, and KIKU Salon in 2025
Industry achievements in 2025 include Andrew Barton's new role, Efi Davies' British Hairdresser of the Year award, and KIKU Salon's first year success.
Beauty Brands Prioritise Global Expansion in 2025
In 2025, beauty brands increasingly prioritized global expansion, targeting new regions, consumers, and retail formats as mature markets showed uneven growth.
HOB Academy's Silhouette Collection: Precision Hair Design
HOB Academy launches Silhouette Collection, a range of wearable geometric haircuts emphasizing precision, form, and modern aesthetics.
Nail Content Creation: You Don't Need Latest Phone
Nail content creator Zoya Mac explains why salon professionals don't need the latest phone for high-quality social media content.
Hydrating Facials Combat Skin Dullness: A Salon Opportunity
Hydrating facial therapy is a vital service for salons, addressing skin dullness and dehydration caused by lifestyle and environmental factors.
Beauty Brands Expand Beyond Core Categories in 2025
Beauty brands in 2025 expanded beyond core categories into areas like wellness, hair, and pet products, signalling a shift in growth strategies.