July issue highlights

We’re already halfway through July but the current issue of Professional Beauty has plenty to keep you interested until August hits. Here are just a few more highlights: 

Open options
With franchise schemes and new finance possibilities offering more ways then ever to get a business off the ground, we met three women who took very different routes to opening their salons. From a salon on wheels, to one launched with help from a college and a local council, to the second ever UK Guinot franchisee, these three business owners have plenty of advice to share.

Sense of style
Clients base their first impressions of your salon or spa on its design so keeping it fresh and on-brand can make a real impact on business. In this issue we bring you tips from design expert on how to plan for design success, working with what you’ve got and within budget. We also bring you some top furniture picks to fit in with your design theme.

Haven of heritage
An emphasis on customer service, staff collaboration and British heritage underpin the spa concept at Bath’s The Royal Crescent Hotel. We went down to check out how the recent refurb and change of brands is impacting business, and to find out more about its plans for growth.

The July issue is out now. A digital version can be bought online for £1.49 – or just £5 for 12 issues. The print edition is just £37 for an annual 12-issue subscription. Make sure you’re always the first to read the news and trends by subscribing online.