The city your clients live in has a big effect on their skin, and with searches for healthy skin increasing by 31% in the last quarter,  Fresha set out to reveal which UK cities and towns offer the best environment.

The Business and Trade Committee’s Small Business Strategy report warns that SMEs are facing pressures “as severe as the Covid-19 pandemic”, with VAT thresholds, business rates, late payments and energy costs hitting sectors like hair and beauty particularly hard. Here’s what it means for salon owners and small beauty businesses.

As Generation Z enters the beauty and wellness workforce, spas and salons need to adapt to retain top talent. From supporting wellbeing and sustainability to offering career growth and embracing digital tools, here’s how to engage and motivate Gen Z staff for long-term success.