Health & Beauty Salon articles from August 2004

Health & Beauty Salon archives from August 2004

Diary.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... 17 october British Beauty Awards Royal Lancaster Hotel, London Contact ESP, tel: 01372 841001, fax: 01372 841077, email esp@eventsol.co.uk or visit www.eventsol.co.uk 23-25 OCTOBER Salon International Hair show, ExCeL, London...

In their; elements.
August 1, 2004... The Matis Salon of the Year 2004 Awards took place in East Sussex recently, awarding and rewarding salons demonstrating excellent client care. Moira Paulusz reports Matis held its Salon of the Year 2004 Awards at the impressive Ashdown...

Back ; chat.
August 1, 2004... Increasingly, clients are looking for a recognised brand for services, as well as products - they want a name they can trust In most business categories, the importance of a brand name above the door is paramount in helping the customer...

Sun savers.
August 1, 2004... Summer holidays are great fun, but they can be tough on skin. Yon-Ka has put together a group of products to help recovery. Moira Paulusz reports 1 WHAT IS IT?A carefully selected cache of products put together by French skincare house...

Grande Greek.
August 1, 2004... the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens now boasts a spa fitfor this summer's olympic games. Moira Paulusz reports This month, the Olympic Games returns to Athens - its birthplace and spiritual home - after 108 years. And, while it cannot...

Editor's letter.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A brand is a promise to deliver on its promise and what it stands for. It is also a package of a name and an image that are both instantly recognisable and stand for a known and proven quality. The British Beauty Awards, launched in 1997,...

Turning Point seminar.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The Spa Industry Seminar 2004, organised by The Turning Point, is to be held on 3 and 4 September at the Sentosa Resort & Spa, Sentosa Island, Singapore. Talks will cover industry trends; concept developing and branding; marketing;...

Webwatch.(HABIA)(Premium skincare)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... n HABIA has published information on its website following media reports blaming what has been called "beauty parlour syndrome" for the death of a client. Pamela Crabb suffered a minor stroke last September while having her hair washed in a...

Gold-plated luxury for egyptian wonders.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Its signature range has proved so popular, claims Kamana UK, that the company is now introducing its specialist Apothecary products to the UK. The Apothecary products differ from many skincare lines, which often only contain tiny elements...

Halo brings peace to the; stessed-out City.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... A stunning new luxury wellbeing centre and spa has opened in London's trendy Clerkenwell, an eight-minute walk from St Paul's Cathedral. At Halo, the belief is that the path to true wellbeing lies in a holistic balance of mind, body and...

On the de-crease.
August 1, 2004... Botox makes the skin look 10 years younger. That was the message behind a recent television programme showing Dr Patrick Bowler giving 16 injections of the "magical" stuff around the brow and eyes of a 45-year-old volunteer, who looked more...

HABIA backs calls in favour of vocational training.
August 1, 2004... recommended the Government abandon its 50 per cent target and consider vocational training as equally important as university education. It also called for careers services to present vocational and academic education on an equal footing, with...

Manu - a place to think.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Meditation, personal development workshops and aromatherapy treatments are all to be available under one roof at the Manu Centre, due to open in Bradford-on- Avon in September. The centre, which will be based in a converted stone barn, is...

Double apprenticeships.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... New figures released by the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) have revealed that twice as many Modern Apprentices are completing their programmes than had been previously thought. The figures show that during the 2002-2003 period, 2,635...

UKlaunch for Ayurvedic firm.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Sansha Ayurvedic Health Spas is launching into the UK spa market and is looking to link up with existing health farms and spas. Says director, Paawan Munjal: "UK consumers are educated when it comes to alternative and medicinal treatments....

Regulation for Thai sector.
August 1, 2004... The booming spa industry in Thailand now has a more defined image in the country's business scene as the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) has announced the first official regulations and standards for spa owners, which affect spas and related...

THE BIG QUESTION.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... This month's Big Question is: "What changes have you made to your spa ahead of the launch of the final phase of the Disability Discrimination Act in October?" LINDA STEWART, director, Rainbow Room, Glasgow "We've been aware of the Act for...

In good company.
August 1, 2004... The British Beauty Awards would not happen without the support of the generous sponsors. Here we look at the experience, products and services that make them market leaders Italian make-up supplier Royal Effem is a newcomer to the...

Council reviews soaring; costs at Bath.
August 1, 2004... Costs for rectifying the flaking paint on the [pounds sterling]26m Bath Spa project are the focal point of an internal review being carried out by Bath & North East Somerset Council (BANES), reports Contract Journal. The review group will...

Spa world What's happening in spas around the world.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... n INDIA The award-winning hotel and spa, Oberoi Udaivilas, in Udaipur, Rajastan, has launched a five-day yoga and Ayurvedic programme for summer. It runs until the end of September, and includes Ayurvedic treatments. BERMUDA The Spa at...

Shangri-La launches Chi brand.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Asia-Pacific's Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts aims to build on the idyllic image the name conjures by introducing its own spa brand to many of its hotels and resorts - a move that should also deliver a more tangible benefit: high occupancy...

Alpha bet.
August 1, 2004... LIA Therapy is a holistic, natural facelift that induces a daydream feeling called the alpha level, healing the face and body and allowing hormone levels to balance.Annette Hanford reports LIA Therapy is a holistic, natural facelift for...

Successful year for electrologists.
August 1, 2004... Outgoing chairwoman of the British Association of Elecrolo-gysts, Susan Paradise, reported a busy and successful year to members at the association's AGM at the New Cavendish Club in central London. In her report, Susan pointed out that...

Cool clients and movie magic.
August 1, 2004... Refurbishment work here at the Leighton Denny flagship store, Urban Retreat in Harrods, is nearly complete, and I have been busy training the ever-increasing team. Owing to increased demand, we have now expanded to a team of 13 on hand to cater...

Essensual winners.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Essensuals collected the best Hair/Beauty Salon Award at the first annual Manchester Awards from Cutting It star James Midgley (fourth from left). The awards - to reward the city's finest - recognises excellence through public nomination and...

Air supply.
August 1, 2004... Oxygen-based treatments claim rejuvenating effects for tired skin. Matthew Batham looks at some of the machines available to deliver the benefits of a good gas tLack of oxygen can lead to premature ageing, a slowing down...

Summer ; fruits.
August 1, 2004... The summer collection from Orly comprises three neon shades to delight your clients. Mix and match the De-Lites trio and concoct your own cocktails on fingers and toes with Passion Fruit (pink), Purple Crush (purple) and Orange Punch (orange)....

See the benefits.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Proto-Col staged an "instant" revolution by repackaging its Instant Manicure and Instant Pedicure products. "We think the new see-through jars show the product off to much more effect and the customers certainly seem to prefer them," said...

Fresh approach.
August 1, 2004... microdermabrasion removes dead skin cells to reveal brighter skin. matthew batham looks at mechanical exfoliation machines Microdermabrasion is an aesthetic, mechanical exfoliation procedure used to remove superficial layers of skin cells,...

Total; tanning.
August 1, 2004... The new suncare range from Carole Franck includes products for care before, during and after tanning. Prices: The range includes Sun Oil Spray SPF5 ([pounds sterling]11.30/150ml); Body Sun Milk SPF15 ([pounds sterling]11.30/150ml); After...

You ask the questions.
August 1, 2004... David Wright answers some recent queries from Health & Beauty Salon readers 1. Contracts An employer asks: "I don't give my staff contracts - does that mean they don't have employment rights?" In law, employees should have a...

Continual improvement.(Continuing Professional Development)
August 1, 2004... No matter how much professional experience you have, there is always room for improvement. Mark Phillips looks at Continuing Professional Development With new standards leading to new qualifications this summer, it's more important...

Duty of care.
August 1, 2004... a business must offer something extra to give it the edge over itscompetitors. these days, Outstanding client care goes a long way towards building a loyal clientele. Laura Halford-MacLeod reports However flash your salon, plausible...

Leadership skills workshop.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Pevonia is to hold a one-day workshop on mastering your leadership skills on Monday 16 August at its headquarters in Needham Market, Suffolk. The workshop - aimed at professionals wanting to upgrade, expand and perfect their management and...

Educator becomes a master artist.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... After working with Ez Flow for three years, educator Jessica Marks, from Crawley in West Sussex, passed her master artist educator exam at the Bolton training academy under the watchful eye of the brand's head of education, Antony Buckley. ...

Access all areas.
August 1, 2004... From October, businesses will be required by law to provide access to disabled clients - And with annual spending power amounting to [pounds sterling]50bn, this is one client group you should make every effort to welcome. Matthew Batham reports...

Doctor's advice well received.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... No stranger to our screens, Dr Patrick Bowler, medical director of Court House Clinics, helped give an extra touch to the makeover on Channel 4's Ten Years Younger. As well as advising the programme's subject, Bernie Sharp, on stopping...

Be the best in Essex.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Jane Martin, owner of Be... healthy and beautiful, and staff collect their Essex Countywide Business Award Top beauty salon, Be healthy and beautiful, has been recognised for its commitment to staff training in the recent Essex Countywide...

Zen and the art of staying dry.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Life in Los Angeles is not exactly relaxed. We spend more time looking for parking spaces than we do gawking at celebrities, believe me. But one of the busiest places in Los Angeles - Citywalk in Universal City - now offers a moment of...

For art's; sake.
August 1, 2004... 'It's pretty, but is it art?' asked the devil, according to Rudyard Kipling. He may not have been enquiring about nail art, but the question still provokes debate. There are two main camps when it comes to decorated talons and, on the whole,...

Jessica flies in to inspire.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The "first lady of nails", Jessica Vartoughian, paid a flying visit from Los Angeles to catch up with UK distributor, The Natural Nail Company. During her one-day stopover, the training room at the Natural Nail Company's headquarters in...

Round-Up.(Exclusive Cosmetics)(Cosmetics a la carte )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... n Eye Youth Treatment from Collin is formulated to nourish, repair and rehydrate the delicate eye contour area, while alleviating signs of tiredness. For home care, the company offers Relax Eye Gel and Eye Youth Cream. Price: [pounds...

Rising to the Challenge.(Fylde College)(Blackpool)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Blackpool and the Fylde College hosted the final round of the National Skills Challenge for reflexology and aromatherapy. Skills Challenge aims to raise standards in vocational education. The competition is designed to complement NVQ level...

Oxygen investment pays off at Esporta Northwood.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Health club operator, Esporta, which has more than 70 outlets in the UK, says that the investment in a multi-functional Earth Oxygen system for its club in Northwood, Middlesex, paid for itself within a fortnight. Installed in the club's...

Having a ball in NY.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... The cream of the US professional beauty industry gathered at the Plaza Hotel, New York, for the American Beauty Association's 19th annual beauty ball and charity gala in aid of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Chief guests were Lydia and David...

In at the; first.
August 1, 2004... The Spa Business Association held its first industry networking event recently. Moira Paulusz reports An enchanting location, an excellent turnout, a superb collection of speakers, and a highly relevant (and useful) theme is the sum of...

Take the plunge for free with charity.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... If you have ever wanted to feel the ultimate adrenaline rush, then here is your chance, as the British Wheelchair Sports Foundation is looking for adventurous volunteers to make a fundraising parachute jump for free. There are two types of...

How deep is your damage?(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... New research proves that the sort of cutaneous injury that often causes hyperpigmentation of the skin - anything from a cactus thorn piercing your gardening glove to sun-damage - actually goes deeper than once believed. We now know that...

South Africa joins Jet set.(wrinkle-diminishing treatment)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... BioSkinJetting, the wrinkle-diminishing treatment by Skin by Sterex, has added another country to its growing portfolio - South Africa. Val Millington, owner of Spa Afrique, a hydro day spa in Johannesburg, visited the UK to learn the...

The eyes have it.
August 1, 2004... Apart from the brain, the eyes are the most complex organs in the body, so they need looking after properly. With this in mind, Guinot has launched Time Release Youth Boost for the Eyes. The 14-day, two-stage time-release treatment works at...

Hooray for ; Hollywood.
August 1, 2004... The Hollywood Manicure from Jessica offers an updated twist on the classic French look, offering a choice of barely-there sheer looks. Differing from typical nail colours, it combines mica (a shiny silica mineral that gives polish a gel-like...

Go with the flow.
August 1, 2004... Ez Flow's new dual-purpose product range,Spa Elements, can be incorporated intomanicure, pedicure and bodycare treatments. Annette Hanford reports 1Yet another manicure/pedicure line? According to Ez Flow, you can never have enough...

Lipsmacking finery.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... "Simply the finest cosmetic ever created for the lips" is the humble opinion offered by Kanebo of its new line, The Lipstick. Golden silk powder is the new, exclusive ingredient, which comprises microscopic gold particles injected into silk...