New Year Similar Risks New Year’s is traditionally a time for resolutions to start the year off right. For salon, spa and barbershop owners, prioritizing risk management and training measures should be a top resolution. Understanding the risks related to salon services and having the right training procedures in place can protect businesses
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On issues of public health, safety, the economy and others, 2021 has been a year rife with uncertainty and 2022 promises little difference. While the beauty industry was hit hard by the pandemic, salon, spa and barbershop owners worked to adapt and overcome challenges to see success this year. To continue this pattern of success in the year ahead,
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Salons and barbershops are the epicenters of their communities; places to gather, share stories and boost confidence. Despite limitations caused by the pandemic, the industry worked to continue supporting their communities throughout 2020 while getting creative and being themselves supported by their communities in 2021. As Thanksgiving
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As winter quickly approaches, so does the ever-dreaded winter weather. The Farmer’s Almanac predicts that this winter will be one of longest and coldest in history. The cold temperatures are set to accompany snow and extreme weather for some areas of the country as well. Winter weather such as snowfall, icy roads and freezing rain can bring
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As Americans resume travel and gather with friends and family, beauty businesses have seen their business traffic increase. Beauty business owners have been able to grow their clientele as people aim to look their best before traveling for vacations or long-awaited social gatherings. With traffic increasing at salons and spas, business owners
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Cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabis continue to be hot in the beauty industry, with more and more salons, spas and cosmetic manufacturers seeking ways to integrate this ingredient into their menu offerings. In fact, according to a recent study, the CBD-based skin care market is expected to exceed $3.45 billion by 2026, a staggering figure indicative of
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As the economy continues to reopen and travel returns, business owners nationwide have an opportunity to grow and expand their client base. For the beauty business, in particular, people will be excited to return to salons and spas to receive treatments they have anticipated for well over a year. To capitalize on this opportunity, salon and spa
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The 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season is officially underway, and with another active season expected, beauty businesses should make sure they are adequately prepared for potential risks. The 2020 hurricane season was record-setting. It caused nearly $65 billion in economic damages and was buoyed by a record 30 named storms including a staggering
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As we continue navigating the pandemic, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month by suggesting spa and salon owners take some time to make employee mental health and well-being a priority. For more than a year, salon and spa staff have provided services during a time of uncertainty and under challenging working conditions, often with increased
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Even before the pandemic, salons and spas faced a number of risks that could threaten their business, from slip and falls to faulty product issues and treatment risks. Now, beauty businesses must also consider the risks involving sanitization to keep their clients and employees safe. Like all risk management, proper training for both new and
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