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Introducing Studex – The Stalwart of Piercing 15 Jan /26 Comments

Founded in Los Angeles in 1976, Studex are turning 50 this year. With over 40 offices worldwide and 11 regional trainers in the UK and Ireland, we uncover their past, present and future plans… What’s the Studex story? Since its launch, the…

Let's Hear it for the Boys 10 Dec /25 Comments

Every stat says that the men’s grooming sector is growing but are you offering the treatments and services they’re searching for? There was a time not too long ago when men who wanted to partake in beauty services and treatments might risk…

Cancel Culture – how to handle no shows 24 Nov /25 Comments

Charging clients for no shows and late cancellations can be uncomfortable but that’s why it’s crucial to have a proper policy in place. Vitality Editor, Becci Vallis, spoke to the experts at Timely and Phorest for their top tips. Owning your own…

CBD 101: An Introduction for Spa Professionals

CBD 101: An Introduction for Salon & Spa Professionals 24 Sep /25

We spoke to Kim Smith, co-founder of KLORIS, a premium CBD brand on clarifying CBD's purpose. "I’m often asked to demystify CBD and its role in wellness. In the spa and beauty industry, where trust, innovation and efficacy matter, a clear…

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