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9 Steps to Launching Your Independent Hair Styling Business

9 Steps to Launching Your Independent Hair Styling Business

Nine essential steps guide aspiring independent hairstylists, from defining a niche and handling legalities to marketing and continuous learning.

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DaySmartMar 25, 2026
£319m High Street Fund: Salon Opportunity in Community Hubs

£319m High Street Fund: Salon Opportunity in Community Hubs

£319m allocated to UK high streets under the "Pride in Place" programme offers salons and beauty businesses a chance to become central to revitalised community hubs.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 25, 2026
Sally Beauty Embraces TikTok Shop for Social Commerce Growth

Sally Beauty Embraces TikTok Shop for Social Commerce Growth

Sally Beauty launched on TikTok Shop on March 10, adding over 1,000 products to its social commerce presence.

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Global Cosmetics NewsMar 25, 2026
Sephora Integrates AI Chatbot for Personalised Beauty Shopping

Sephora Integrates AI Chatbot for Personalised Beauty Shopping

Sephora's new AI shopping tool within ChatGPT offers personalised beauty advice and product recommendations, initially piloting in the US.

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Global Cosmetics NewsMar 25, 2026
HOB Salons CEO Launches Women's Industry Collective

HOB Salons CEO Launches Women's Industry Collective

HOB salons CEO Natasha Grossman, backed by Wella Professionals, has launched a new collective for women in hairdressing.

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Salon BusinessMar 25, 2026
Five Spring Nail Colours Dominating 2026 Trends

Five Spring Nail Colours Dominating 2026 Trends

Spring 2026 nail trends embrace authenticity with 'Groovy Chick' purple, 'Diet Coke' brown, raspberry pink, butter yellow, and sage green.

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Scratch MagazineMar 24, 2026
Y2K 'Groovy Chick' Nostalgia Drives New Nail Art Trend

Y2K 'Groovy Chick' Nostalgia Drives New Nail Art Trend

The 'Groovy Chick' cartoon, a prominent Y2K trend, is inspiring new nail art designs as salons tap into client nostalgia.

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Scratch MagazineMar 24, 2026
Wolf Cut Trend: Salon Demand for Layered Styles

Wolf Cut Trend: Salon Demand for Layered Styles

The wolf cut, blending shag and mullet styles, is set to dominate salon requests this spring due to its textured layers and adaptability.

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Hairdressers Journal InteractiveMar 24, 2026
Salon Software Buyers Guide 2026: Key Features & Costs

Salon Software Buyers Guide 2026: Key Features & Costs

Key features, costs, and platform comparisons for salon management software in 2026 are detailed, highlighting essential tools for business growth.

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DaySmartMar 24, 2026
Glasgow Salon Garçon Rebrands Under New Partnership

Glasgow Salon Garçon Rebrands Under New Partnership

Glasgow salon Garçon has rebranded under a new co-ownership structure, emphasizing a holistic wellbeing approach and skill mastery.

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Barber EVOMar 24, 2026