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BABTAC responds to UK Government’s ‘crackdown' on unsafe cosmetic procedures following non-surgical cosmetic procedures consultation Following September 2023’s consultation on the licensing of non-surgical cosmetic procedures in England, the government has today announced a “crack down to protect the public from unsafe procedures”. The government’s proposal intends to…
What Small Changes can Improve your Turnover and Profits? We asked one of our Business Experts, Liz McKeon, internationally renowned Salon Business Expert and Author, about what changes salons can implement to make a difference to their bottom line. Every salon owner is looking for ways to increase…
It’s Getting Hot in Here With the summer rush comes soaring temperatures, column surges and sticky clients which is why we’ve produced a cheat sheet to help you keep your cool…  Summer can be as chaotic as party season when it comes to beauty services with hundreds of…

Who are BABTAC?

UK's Premier Beauty Membership Association 

Established in Gloucester in 1977, the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) is the premier UK membership association providing benefits and arranging insurance for aesthetic, beauty, hair, and wellbeing therapies. We are a 'not for profit' organisation and our priorities are the welfare of our members, regulation of the industry and promoting public awareness of the importance of choosing an appropriately qualified, verified and insured therapist.

Originally founded by a group of passionate industry professionals who identified a need for a membership organisation created by industry professionals, for industry professionals. We offer unrivalled beauty expertise, a rigorous ethical code and a professional practice standard. Our logo is a sign of confidence; display it with pride and give your clients assurance of your qualifications, insurance cover and commitment to excellence.

BABTAC offers its members a wide range of benefits ranging from 3rd party discounts and offers from our BenefitHub; BABTAC Good Practice Guides, which is supplied to all of our members and are full of good practice advice. Vitality Magazine, BABTAC's quarterly publication, full of industry relevant news and updates; BABTAC Experts, on hand to offer advice covering a range of beauty therapy treatments along with a helpline for clients seeking best practice advice.

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