Discover the latest news and updates from the Beauty Backed Trust
This week we chat to Candice Gardner, Education Manager – Learning and Content at Dermalogica and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Last month, the British Beauty Council supported the NHBF’s State of the Industry survey. The results reinforce the sector’s resilience, whilst shedding light on ongoing challenges when it comes to energy bills and recruitment
read more...When Karen from Good Wash Day asked Caroline if she would would like to collaborate on a Beauty Backed hair towel, she knew it was a no brainer
read more...Beauty therapists could be losing £1,112 per year on unclaimed expenses, according to new research
read more...Professional Beauty has collated some great advice for salon and spa owners and mobile beauty therapists on protecting your mental wellbeing, with 9 tools to manage stress and anxiety for you and your team
read more...Calculating the right level of insurance cover for your salon can be confusing. Insurance expert Rosie Barrington explains the sums to do and mistakes to avoid
read more...This week we chat to Makeup Artist, Nawar Raichura and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...With any treatment, it’s essential clients understand about any potential pain, downtime or complications. Tracey Dennison outlines her three pillars of communication for these issues to help salons avoid misunderstandings or complaints
read more...The team at Professional Beauty and their eco experts share 13 tips for making your beauty salon more eco-friendly
read more...Are you thinking of adding brow services to your treatment menu? Or maybe you’re already providing the treatment but want to increase your bookings
read more...This week we chat to Ruby Hammer MBE, Makeup Artist and Brand Founder and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Many techs make the mistake of not charging the right amount for their nail art designs. We asked the pros how to create a set price list, based on time and skill, that ensures you get paid what you’re worth
read more...Setting up a new business can be confusing so to help break it down Mireille Dagger, Senior Associate at BDP Pitmans explains the most important things to put on your checklist
read more...The new Spring Budget announced by Jeremy Hunt includes a cancelled energy price raise, increased funding for childcare and an increase in corporation tax, with Hunt claiming recession is avoidable
read more...Retailing is one of the most important revenue drivers for salons but is an area in which many therapists struggle. Matt Taylor explains how to successfully consult and recommend products to boost sales
read more...This week, Social Media and Digital Marketing consultant SJ Thomson shares her tips on how to make content that works for you
read more...This week we chat to Annalouise Kenny, Founder of Skin Philosophy and Skin Knowledge Skincare and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...The Government has rejected a call by MPs to speed up introduction of the promised licences for non-surgical cosmetic procedures and a call for filler to be prescription only
read more...Today, BABTAC along with the support of Beauty Backed Trust and the British Beauty Council launched T.I.M.E - an initiative to help consumers signpost their way to salon safety
read more...This week we chat to Alex Forbes, Managing Director of Caroline Hirons Ltd and Skin Rocks Ltd and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Given the current economic situation, it’s no surprise that many businesses are looking at how they can adapt to survive
read more...The Government has announced the introduction of an Energy Bills Discount Scheme from March 31, 2023, to March 2024 – replacing the current discount system for gas and electricity unit prices
read more...With the cost-of-living crisis threatening beauty businesses across the UK, Professional Beauty ask the experts their top tips for cutting costs as we head into winte
read more...How often should you increase your salon treatment and retail prices, and with the cost of living escalating, how will clients react to rises now? Hellen Ward shares her tried-and-tested advice
read more...On the 5th December, the UK Government committed to implementing new regulations around flexible working
read more...The winner of Professional Beauty's Mobile/Home-Based Salon of the Year 2022 tells us the pros and cons of running a beauty salon at home
read more...The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) has published updated guidance on premises standards and a new good practice guide for education and training courses for aesthetics procedures
read more...Yesterday (Thursday 17 November) the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the Autumn Statement. The announcement outlined tax changes, state pension rises and further cost-of-living help
read more...Beauty business owners can spend so much time looking after their clients but often neglect themselves. Experienced salon and spa owners share how you can achieve work-life balance
read more...Do you understand what having the correct level of sums is? Ever wondered what level of insurance your beauty business really needs? The experts share what you need to know...
read more...The British Beauty Council has made a series of recommendations to Government to make better use of the significant benefits that can come from complimentary therapies
read more...Ellen Cummings from Professional Beauty shares her top tips on how to take better nail pictures
read more...This week we chat to Tammy Koslowski, Founder of NAF! Salon, NAF! Stuff and NAF! School and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...When updating your treatment menu, it’s easy to overlook the most important aspect: what your clients want. Here’s a guide on how to choose the right treatments for your client base
read more...Following the sacking of Kwasi Kwarteng, new Chancellor Jeremy Hunt made a statement today
read more...The consultation regarding licences for non-surgical cosmetic procedures is expected to begin at the start of next year, with a further consultation on licences for premises later in 2023
read more...Boost your treatment menu and your profits with six creative and easy-to-sell treatment add-ons, write Georgia Seago and Amanda Pauley
read more...This week we chat to Rebecca Crawforth, Owner & Director of Navy Professional Ltd and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Chancellor of the Exchequer announces a mini-budget to combat the rising cost of living
read more...Support for households, businesses and public sector organisations facing rising energy bills has been unveiled
read more...This week we chat to Keith Conniford, CEO of the Hair & Barber Council and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...With cost of living soaring, it’s crucial to claim all the business expenses you are entitled to. Expert Joanne Thorne explains what you can claim as a limited company or sole trader
read more...Beauty and nail salons are among the independent businesses encouraging people to visit their local high street, with Brits more likely to visit them than any other type of retailer
read more...This week we chat to Bev James, Founder and CEO of Bev James Media and Management and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Hellen Ward explains how a focused and detailed consultation can help upsell treatments that fill white space
read more...This week we chat to Sasha Pallari, makeup artist and creator of #FILTERDROP and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...The team at Professional Beauty reveal the skills you need to make it as a mobile nail technician
read more...Two years on from the start of the pandemic, BABTAC has found several indications of potential for positive growth in the beauty industry, which could have business booming
read more...This week we chat to Tom Smith, Celebrity Hair Stylist and Presenter and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, we chat to Teresa Smith, Lash artist, author and owner of I Love Lash studio and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...With social media a vital part to growing your business, here’s four easy ways to build an online following
read more...This week, we chat to Megan Carver, MD and Founder of Carver PR and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...The Scottish Government has pledged to introduce further regulation of non-surgical cosmetic procedures in an effort to protect public safety
read more...Burnout is a real issue for therapists and can affect treatment delivery. Massage, healing and wellbeing expert Beata Aleksandrowicz reveals her top tips for keeping you and your therapists healthy, from simple stretches to investing in daily routines
read more...This week, we chat to Lisa Potter-Dixon, Makeup Artist, Author and podcast co-host and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, we chat to Richard Lambert, Chief Executive of the National Hair & Beauty Federation and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Complete ban on remote prescribing of botulinum toxin recommended in new JCCP guidance
read more...When a salon reaches the VAT threshold, the resulting costs can have a huge impact on business. We quizzed some tax specialists about how to stay on top of tax
read more...The beauty industry offers more than just treatments, with many therapists building strong relationships with customers. We asked beauty therapists to share their most meaningful client moments
read more...This week, we chat to Anita Bhagwandas, award winning journalist and broadcaster, and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...As energy and gas bills rise across the UK, the British Beauty Council is urging the government to act as beauty salons struggle to cope with the added costs
read more...The National Hair & Beauty Federation’s (NHBF) latest State of the Industry survey reveals businesses are seeing a slight improvement in trade, with 41% of businesses reporting being either busy or steady, up from just 13% in January
read more...This week, we chat to Marc Elrick, Founder and CEO of Tan-Luxe, BYOMA and Future Beauty Labs, and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Helena Grzesk MBE, COO at the British Beauty Council discusses how touch therapy and massage can support your mental health
read more...Beauty Backed Trust are creating an educational course and we need your help to write the content
read more...This week, we chat to Emily Ewart-Perks, Chief Ecosystem Officer & Co-Founder of Secret Spa and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...The beauty industry is facing a skills and recruitment crisis, according to a new report commissioned by the NHBF
read more...This week, we chat to Lisa Caldognetto, Makeup Artist and host of My Beauty Wardrobe and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, we chat to Mary Kate Trevaskis, Co-Found and Director of The Tape Agency and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, we chat to Josh Smith, host of Reign with Josh Smith and contributing editor at Glamour UK and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, we chat to Trustee Caroline Hirons and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Following on from the Beauty Backed Inquiry, we explore the results and what they mean
read more...This week, we chat to Millie Kendall OBE and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Beauty Backed Trust are hiring for an Administrative Assistant
read more...This week, we chat to Sonia Haria and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, the NHBF published their latest update for the Hair and Beauty Industry
read more...Caroline Hirons and StriVectin create Tears of My Enemies in support of Beauty Backed Trust
read more...This week, we chat to Trustee Lesley Blair and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Join Caroline Hirons and Beauty Backed Trustees Dija Ayodele and Lesley Blair for a special virtual event at 5pm GMT on Thursday 20th January, hosted by Sonia Haria
read more...Hair and beauty is part of the sector with the highest number of cancellations from customers in December due to the spread of the coronavirus Omicron variant
read more...This week, we chat to Trustee Dija Ayodele and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...To help businesses impacted by Omicron, the Chancellor has today announced further financial support
read more...Beauty Backed Trust have launched an inquiry into qualifications within the industry
read more...This week, we chat to Andy Millward and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Research undertaken in July 2021. has found that 39% of freelance beauty therapists had taken part in unregulated short courses to obtain their training
read more...This week, we chat to Hannah Martin and get her to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...This week, we chat to Errol Douglas MBE and get him to answer our favourite 10 questions
read more...Today, the All Party Parliamentary Group on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing (the APPG), Chaired by Carolyn Harris MP and Judith Cummins MP, publishes a Call to Action following its inquiry into the sector’s recovery from COVID-19
read more...Beauty Backed Trust launch Grant Programme to continue supporting the industry after the Covid-19 pandemic
read more...Cult Beauty are to donate £40,000 to Beauty Backed Trust from the sales of their Christmas Advent Calendar
read more...The Beauty Backed Summer Raffle has been extended to 31st August 2021
read more...Beauty Backed Trust, co-founded and chaired by skincare queen Caroline Hirons, have launched a Summer Raffle with incredible prizes up for grabs
read more...Beauty Backed wholeheartedly support the findings of the AII Party Parliamentary Group (APPG)
read more...The past year has been incredibly tough on everyone and the beauty industry is no different. Which is why Caroline Hirons, beauty industry veteran and advanced aesthetician, launched Beauty Backed in August 2020
read more...Caroline Hirons' Beauty Backed Trust has been set up to help the beauty industry when it needs it most. To help salon owners not only stay in business but see their business' thrive again post lockdown, Caroline Hirons launched Beauty Backed. Now, it’s been awarded Trust status
read more...After seeing the beauty industry struggle under the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, Caroline Hirons launched Beauty Backed. Now, it’s been awarded Trust status. Here’s how the initiative is helping business owners
read more...The powerhouse of Beauty Backed Trustees, Partners and Experts are holding workshops to support individuals in all areas of business preparing for reopening in April
read more...The Beauty Backed initiative, launched in August 2020 by Caroline Hirons to raise funds for and support the beauty sector, is now a Trust
read more...Skincare expert Caroline Hirons has launched new campaign Back Beauty to help the beauty industry stay afloat during the second coronavirus lockdown, which has drastically hit the income of small businesses across the UK
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