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Why Technical Education Drives Modern Extension Revenue

Why Technical Education Drives Modern Extension Revenue

Technical education now spans beyond application; successful salons are blending precision cutting with social media content skills to drive revenue.

3 min read
•Salon BusinessAug 14, 2026
Mastering AirTouch: Professional Colouring Technique Guide

Mastering AirTouch: Professional Colouring Technique Guide

AirTouch offers a seamless, low-maintenance colour finish, but UK salon owners must weigh its technical demands against existing service versatility.

2 min read
•Hairdressers Journal InteractiveAug 13, 2026
Amorepacific Launches PDRN Collagen for Post-Treatment Recovery

Amorepacific Launches PDRN Collagen for Post-Treatment Recovery

Amorepacific’s new PDRN collagen supplement targets post-procedure recovery, shifting the retail focus in UK salons toward internal aesthetic after-care.

2 min read
•Global Cosmetics NewsAug 13, 2026
L'Oréal and NUS Medicine Link Skin Science to Longevity Research

L'Oréal and NUS Medicine Link Skin Science to Longevity Research

L’Oréal’s partnership with NUS Medicine signals a major pivot toward longevity science, requiring UK salon owners to rethink their retail and client education.

2 min read
•Global Cosmetics NewsAug 13, 2026
Why Work-Life Balance Now Outweighs Financial Stress in Salons

Why Work-Life Balance Now Outweighs Financial Stress in Salons

New data shows 43.8% of hair professionals struggle most with work-life balance, outranking financial concerns and proving the need for firmer boundaries.

2 min read
•Salon BusinessAug 13, 2026
Redefining Success: Why Client Connection Trumps Follower Count

Redefining Success: Why Client Connection Trumps Follower Count

Ashley Leoncini argues that salon success relies on genuine client connection and adaptability rather than digital popularity or non-stop working hours.

2 min read
•Modern SalonAug 12, 2026
Early Technical Education: New Pathways for Salon Apprentices

Early Technical Education: New Pathways for Salon Apprentices

The government’s new technical education pathways for 14-year-olds offer salons a chance to attract talent earlier, provided the support for small employers exists.

2 min read
•Hairdressers Journal InteractiveAug 12, 2026
Zendaya Red Carpet Hair: Lessons for Salon Texture Services

Zendaya Red Carpet Hair: Lessons for Salon Texture Services

Zendaya's red carpet looks highlight a move toward natural texture, offering UK salons a masterclass in modern, bespoke styling and product application.

2 min read
•Salon BusinessAug 12, 2026
Hugel H1 Growth: What Rising Aesthetics Sales Mean for UK Salons

Hugel H1 Growth: What Rising Aesthetics Sales Mean for UK Salons

Hugel's record H1 sales reflect surging global demand for injectables, signalling a clear opportunity for UK salons to integrate clinical-grade treatments.

2 min read
•Global Cosmetics NewsAug 12, 2026
Hims & Hers Q2 Growth: What Digital-First Beauty Means for Salons

Hims & Hers Q2 Growth: What Digital-First Beauty Means for Salons

Hims & Hers reports 38% growth, signalling a shift toward digital-first beauty. UK salons must double down on the human value that apps cannot replicate.

2 min read
•Global Cosmetics NewsAug 12, 2026