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One brand, many locations: 7 expert lessons for keeping beauty and wellness brands consistent
Beauty and Wellness9 min read

One brand, many locations: 7 expert lessons for keeping beauty and wellness brands consistent

Leaders of FS Cut & Color, Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids and Genesis Lifestyle Medicine share how they keep locations aligned without issuing orders.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

The new hybrid: 6 lessons for adding new services without losing your core – from the experts
Beauty and Wellness8 min read

The new hybrid: 6 lessons for adding new services without losing your core – from the experts

Wellness CEOs from SEV Laser, VIO Med Spa and Heights Wellness Retreat share how they decide what to add, what to say no to, and how to make a hybrid model pay off.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

September UK gym marketing ideas — key dates and campaign ideas for UK gyms
Fitness4 min read

September UK gym marketing ideas: Key dates and campaign ideas

From National Fitness Day to back-to-routine season, discover September marketing ideas for UK gyms and fitness studios that drive new memberships and retention.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

Aesthetic clinic compliance in the UK and Ireland: A complete guide
Medspa9 min read

Aesthetic clinic compliance in the UK and Ireland: A complete guide

A complete 2026 guide to aesthetic clinic compliance across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland & Ireland. Regulators, VAT rules, and Scotland's 2027 deadline.

Jacob BlackJacob Black

A salon professional washing a client's hair at a backwash basin in a modern European salon.
Salon7 min read

Europe salon trends 2026: 4 data-backed strategies driving revenue growth

European salons led on like-for-like growth in 2025, but new guest visits fell 9%. Here's what the 2026 Benchmark Report data shows.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

Confident barbershop owner smiling at the front desk of his business
Barbershop8 min read

Barbershop trends 2026: 6 data-backed strategies driving revenue growth

New guest visits at barbershops fell 17% in 2025, the steepest decline of any vertical. Here's what the 2026 Benchmark Report says the barbershops growing anyway.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

zenoti-vs-phorest-uk
Beauty and Wellness4 min read

Zenoti vs Phorest: Which is better for UK salons?

Comparing Zenoti vs Phorest for UK salons in 2026? Get a detailed, unbiased breakdown of features, pricing, support, and which platform suits your salon best.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

Best salon software UK 2026 Top platforms compared
Salon5 min read

Best salon software UK 2026: Top platforms compared

Discover the best salon software in the UK for 2026. Compare top platforms including Zenoti, Phorest, Fresha, Booksy and more. Find features, pricing, and expert recommendations.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

Best booking apps for beauty professionals 2026 — compared by business size for stylists and salon owners
Salon and Spa13 min read

Best booking apps for beauty professionals in 2026: reviewed by business size

The best booking apps for hairdressers, stylists, and beauty professionals in 2026 — reviewed by business size. From free solo tools to full salon management platforms.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole

The 2026 Beauty and Wellness Benchmark Report: Spa edition
Beauty and Wellness3 min read

The 2026 Beauty and Wellness Benchmark Report: Spa edition

Data, trends, and strategies for the year ahead Here are the spa highlights from the 2026 Beauty and Wellness Benchmark Report, which covers six verticals across the Zenoti platform: salons, barbershops, nail studios, waxing centers, spas, and medical spas.

Cheryl ColeCheryl Cole