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MTD Deadline Looms for High-Earning Beauty Businesses
UK sole traders in nail and beauty earning over £50,000 must adopt MTD systems from April 2026.
Bath & Body Works Q4 Sales Beat Forecasts Amid Brand Overhaul
Bath & Body Works reports Q4 net sales of US$2.7 billion, exceeding guidance despite a 2% year-on-year decline, as it pursues a brand transformation strategy.

Wolf Cut Trend Gains Traction in Indian Salons
The wolf cut, a textured hybrid style, is seeing significant uptake in Indian salons like Kapils Salon, appealing to a desire for effortless volume and modern fashion.

Harper Ellis Hair Co. Launches High-Density Weft for Faster Extension Installs
Harper Ellis Hair Co. launches Volume Elite Weft, offering higher density for faster, fuller hair extension services.

Nail Tech Endometriosis Struggle: Business Impact Highlighted
Nail technician Jo Bennett details how endometriosis forced her to close her business for six months, impacting income and client relationships.

L'Oréal Professional Joins HJ for Salon Owner Business Mentorship
L'Oréal Professional and HJ launch a free, year-long business mentorship programme for UK salon owners focused on growth and profitability.

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.