Health & Beauty Salon articles from December 2005

Health & Beauty Salon archives from December 2005

20 years later at Grafton.(Grafton International )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... As Grafton International celebrated its 20th anniversary, managing director Jon Hardwick credited those who have contributed to the company's success. "We have had a wonderful 20 years in business, and this is thanks to our loyal customers, our...

Selling success.(Esque Leamington Spa)(2005 British Beauty Awards )
December 1, 2005... Retailing is a springboard to profit - and it can make all the difference between success and failure. In the first of a two-part series, Sally Selby looks at how successful retailing can add to YOUR salon'S profit Our...

Consumers lap up Body Beautiful exhibits.
December 1, 2005... The Body Beautiful Show, at Olympia, London, attracted nearly 6,000 visitors eager to learn the latest treatments hitting the UK. The two-day exhibition, held for the second year running, provides a forum for consumers to explore the...

Ultratone speaks out.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... Ultratone medical liaison officer Kristin Schaefer Centofanti, an expert on the uses of bio-stimulation on the body, gave a lecture at the International Congress of Esthetic Medicine and Cosmetology in Barranquilla, Colombia. The lecture,...

A little learning.
December 1, 2005... Test youR knowledge of working law with regular columnist David Wright's light-hearted Christmas quiz 1 What is the minimum paid holiday entitlement per annum for a full-time employee? A 20 days B 20 days plus bank holidays C There is no...

Feature.
December 1, 2005... For more information on apprenticeships, guidance materials for training centres, and foundation degrees, visit www.habia.org, email info@habia.org, or call 0845 230 6080 Vocational apprenticeship programmes got off to a shaky...

Finding Nimue.
December 1, 2005... Scientifically manufactured derma- cosmeceutical products are on their way from South Africa. Moira Paulusz reports Nimue is the name of a successful South African derma-cosmeceutical skincare brand that was launched in to the UK...

Rep chage makeover.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... American culture has been bombarded with a new craze: reality television - cosmetic enhancement programmes such as Extreme Makeover, which show how to improve and beautify in less than an hour. If television can do it, so can the spa,...

Helen Lloyd wins award.
December 1, 2005... Helen Lloyd, managing director of Eatonfield Leisure - which operates the Eatonfield Day Spa at Higher Whitley, Cheshire - has been voted winner in the Women in Business category at this year's Trinity Mirror Cheshire Business Awards. The...

Own spa area at Hotelympia.(international exhibition )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... For the first time, Hotelympia - the UK's largest international exhibition for the hospitality market - will have a dedicated spa area. The biennial event, to be held at ExCeL, in London's Docklands from 19-23 February 2006, attracted more...

Chapel Spa teams with Bharti Vyas.(Chapel Spa )(Bharti Vyas )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... The award-winning Chapel Spa in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, has linked up with holistic therapist Bharti Vyas to offer a programme of her holistic therapies for men and women. The Bharti Vyas Method (BVM) incorporates the principles of...

Feature.
December 1, 2005... Anyone considering turning their salon business into a spa needs to improve their facilities since the target market is knowledgeable, demanding, high-spending and expects the best. It's a huge undertaking in terms of time, money and emotions....

Parting company.
December 1, 2005... What steps can a business take to protect itself from unfair competition when staff leave? Clive Day explains what restrictive covenants can and cannot do Restrictive covenants are commonplace in the health and beauty sector as...

Showing spirit.
December 1, 2005... British nail technician of the year Andrea Fulerton talks to Annette Hanford about London Fashion Week "I've been doing London Fashion Week shows for more than four years," says Andrea. "I have worked for designers and fashion houses...

Instant credit for Nora.(Nora Bode)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... This Morning's celebrity and beauty guru Ashley Pearson gave Nora Bode's OXYjet a glowing testimonial to presenter Denise Van Outen. Denise, who had had the treatment, agreed with Ashley and stated how much she had enjoyed it. Ashley...

CACI goes for Skin Tech.(Skin Tech International)(CACI International )(CACI Ultra )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... CACI International has appointed Skin Tech International its Australia distributor. Skin Tech has 10 years' experience in the industry and supplies more than 1000 salons in Australia. CACI made the announcement at the Sydney International...

Martin goes artistic.(OPI)(Lena White )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... OPI distributor Lena White has appointed nail expert Martin John as its new artistic manager. Martin's role is to create signature nail designs that are wearable and distinctive as well as offering inspirational ideas to salons from his...

Showing off.
December 1, 2005... Renowned nail artist and previous holder of the Nail Professional of the Year title, Jacqui Jefford, was called on to present consumer brands Nailene and Revlon at a beauty press day. The product launch was inspired by retro-glamour and...

Crowning glory.
December 1, 2005... Guinot hosted a gala day for the recipients of its Crown salon award. Moira Paulusz reports There was a bit of a do in Windsor recently. Not the royal wedding, but an event that saw 59 of Guinot's Crown salons celebrating their status in...

Putting your best foot first.(Annette Hanford opinion)(Interview)
December 1, 2005... LCN's Citrus Line is ideal for demanding and weary legs and feet, regardless of the season, says Annette Hanford 1 SO, WHAT'S THIS NEW LINE? Citrus Line is a trio of new products from LCN, promising fresh and effective care for demanding...

Star night.(Richard Ward Hair and Metrospa)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... It was all smiles at the opening of Richard Ward's Hair & Metrospa. Annette Hanford reports The red carpet was rolled out for the host of celebrity guests who attended the party to launch the new Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa in fashionable...

Youth games.
December 1, 2005... Gatineau's youth molecule Melatogenine is designed to fight the effects of stress and ageing. Annette Hanford reports Gatineau's Melatogenine Spa Youth and Wellness Body Treatment is a new and renewing therapy for body and soul, skin...

BRIEF ENCOUNTER.(British Beauty Awards)(interview)(Brief Article)(Interview)
December 1, 2005... Jane Martin is the owner of award-winning be... healthy and beautiful salon, Newport, Essex. Committed to providing excellent service and raising the industry's profile, Jane and her team amassed five prestigious British Beauty Awards this...

Best for bust.
December 1, 2005... THE BEST WAY TO Conquer the taboo of treating the bust area and selling related products IS TO educatE clients, WRITES SASHA LILL Often overlooked by British women, the bust is one of the first areas of a woman's body to show signs of...

Cheers to Macmillan.(aid of cancer relief charity Macmillan)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2005... The 72-strong team at commercial tanning equipment supplier Tansun has raised [pounds sterling]400, along with their cups, in aid of cancer relief charity Macmillan, when they took part in The World's Biggest Coffee Morning. Employees at...

Excel shows off in Exeter.
December 1, 2005... Italian salon furniture design company Excel has opened a new showroom in Exeter - the other is in Berkshire. The salon has a calm and relaxing environment created by soft lines, undefined contours and organic shapes. "Our showroom is a...

West Thames wins Sterex prize again.
December 1, 2005... Sterex Electrolysis training and PR manager Julia Pittaway travelled to Isleworth in Middlesex to present a very special prize to Nicola Broadbent. Nicola, a student of West Thames College, was awarded a cheque for [pounds sterling]1000...

Bodybuilder on way with self-tan.
December 1, 2005... Therapists at the Radiance salon in Sidcup, Kent, had their hands full when Mike Robins came into the salon. The 18-stone, 6ft 3ins bodybuilder, who was competing for the British qualifier in the Welsh bodybuilding championships, wanted a...

Taking control.
December 1, 2005... Like to know more? Write the corresponding enquiry number in the box on the supplied reader enquiry card and send it in, or use the fast on-line service: www.enquire.to/HBS. Both services are free. Taking control Carita's...