Health & Beauty Salon articles from September 2004

Health & Beauty Salon archives from September 2004

A moving; experience and a new launch.
September 1, 2004... They say moving house is one of the most stressful times of your life, but hopefully my new pad in Knightsbridge will make life easier for me as I spend more and more time in Harrods' Urban Retreat. To meet demand, I have recruited three more...

Academy award winner.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The Brentwood Academy's nail trainer, Ava Robinson, has achieved premier status with Calgel, putting her among the top of the brands trainers in the country. Following Ava's success and enthusiasm for the light-cured products, the Essex-based...

Amida Racquets wins its first award.(Amida Racquets & Fitness Spa)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Spa-cum-country club, Amida Racquets & Fitness Spa, has just picked up its first award - Best single-use leisure scheme - at Property Week magazine's first retail and leisure awards. The judges said Amida, which opened in January, had raised...

And the nominees are...(British Beauty Awards 2004)
September 1, 2004... After deliberating for two days, the judging panel has decided on the finalists for the British Beauty Awards 2004 Judging for the British Beauty Awards 2004 is over and all involved agreed the standard was higher than ever. Over two days,...

Best ; British.(Millennium Nails)(Company Profile)
September 1, 2004... of Less than 10 years old, Millennium Nails wants to become a truly global brand. The company's MANAGING DIRECTOR, Alan Carter, talks to Annette Hanford 1When was the company set up? Millennium Nails was formed by myself and my wife,...

Sana.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... solo Center Parcs UK, the holiday village operator, is to develop a chain of stand-alone spas under the Aqua Sana brand it operates at its four villages. Reporting its maiden results after listing on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM)...

Brum do for HoF win.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The Salon and Beauty Centre by Regis, in the House of Fraser department store, Birmingham, has been named House of Fraser Salon of the Year. The 35-strong team competed against 33 other Regis outlets across the country. As well increasing sales...

City latest for rapid results.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Sarah Payne, one of the brains behind The Urban Retreat at Harrods, is co-founder of a new treatment centre for those wanting aesthetic results fast - City Skinklinic. The centre, in Brushfield Street, in the City of London, offers aesthetic...

Crystal; celebration.(Thalgo's celebration)
September 1, 2004... Thalgo celebrated its 40th anniversary by launching the Crystal Awards for its key account holders in the UK. Moira Paulusz reports It was obvious there had been collusion when three of the top people in Thalgo - UK managing director Marian...

Fresh start.
September 1, 2004... As organic ingredients establish a mainstream status within the beauty industry, Circaroma has relaunched its range with fresh packaging and formulations. Matthew Batham reports 1 What is Circaroma? Circaroma is an organic skincare company...

Diplomatic.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... extension The five-star, 15-storey extension of the Diplomat Radisson SAS Hotel, Bahrain, UAE, is to have a dedicated spa - only the second to be housed in a luxury hotel in the island kingdom. "Our owners, National Hotels Company, took...

Employing ; discipline.
September 1, 2004... All firms, no matter how small, must have disciplinary procedures, warns David Wright THE PROBLEM I only have five employees, but I have been told that all businesses have to have a disciplinary procedure - surely that doesn't apply to me?...

French fancy.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The French manicure was the inspiration behind The Natural Nail Company's new business card. Designed by creative director Paul Gerrard, the eye-catching new calling card is not only glossy, pale pink and nail-shaped, but also features a white...

Gold; rush.
September 1, 2004... Clarins held a double celebration recently to mark its 50th anniversary and the 12th year of its Gold Salon Awards. Moira Paulusz reports It was a double celebration for Clarins: the company's 50th anniversary and the 12th anniversary of...

Grafton's agents Channel knowledge.
September 1, 2004... Grafton International has made it to the Channel Islands with the appointment of a new agent based in Jersey. Gina Lecrivain and Tino Perestrelo now provide Grafton brands to salons in both Jersey and Guernsey from their salon, The Nail...

HCB Associates makes waves.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... After a bevy or three at the last Spa Business Association meeting at Calcot Manor and Spa in Gloucestershire, it seemed like a good idea to compete in the world-famous Round the Island race at Cowes, Isle of Wight. That some were complete...

Internal.
September 1, 2004... affairs Dietary supplements are an ideal retail line, offering a natural link between salon treatments and homecare and providing a range of benefits from contouring to younger-looking skin. Matthew Batham looks at supplementing your...

International Dermal Institute honours Eve.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Aromatherapist Eve Taylor has been awarded a lifetime achievement award from Dermalogica and the International Dermal Institute for her contribution to the beauty industry over the past 38 years. The award was presented by Jane Wurwand, founder...

Join the BIDders.(Business Improvement Districts)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... A new initiative will give health and beauty salons throughout England and Wales the chance to change their local environment. The Government-supported projects, known as Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), have been piloted in 22 UK towns...

Just the; tonic.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... There was a cocktail of beauty heroes in the mix at the Cosmopolitan Awards 2004. Moira Paulusz reports Products by Clarins, St Tropez, and OPI were voted the tops by readers of magazines in the Cosmopolitan group - Cosmopolitan,...

Ladies who ; launch.
September 1, 2004... You've recruited a great team for your new salon and now you're ready to promise excellence with innovative marketing. Laura Halford-MacLeod explores the avenues to an effective launch campaign Busy breeds busy. A salon that is seen to be...

Body; sense.
September 1, 2004... What goes in and what goes on - as well as massage and aromatherapy-based treatments, we look at dietary supplements

Long-lasting ; love.
September 1, 2004... A French manicure is the best way to keep nails looking great for longer. This procedure uses LCN's range of coloured gels. Annette Hanford reports LCN's range of coloured FM gel finishes can be used to cater for every taste - from the...

Look to the east.
September 1, 2004... Slovenia is a young country, having become independent from the former Yugoslavia just 13 years ago. It became a member of the European Union earlier this year and played host to the 2004 Cidesco world congress. Marion Mathews reports The...

Diary.
September 1, 2004... SEPTEMBER 5-6 Professional Beauty Autumn, ExCeL, Docklands, London. Contact tel 020 7471 1603, web www.professionalbeauty.co.uk 11-12 Mind Body Soul Exhibition, Olympia Conference Centre, London. Contact tel 01206 500 999, email...

Deep impact.
September 1, 2004... Danne Montague King's Beverley Hills facials can be tailor-made to provide the best results for each client. Annette Hanford reports Based on a blend of pure and active vitamins, amino acids, proteins and natural botanical ingredients, the...

Mintel fresh.
September 1, 2004... New findings from Mintel on the health and beauty market A new report from market analysts Mintel - covering the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain and The Netherlands - shows the Germans are the most likely to want to look attractive and...

Natures Way goes for bust with Malta launch.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Amid the sunshine of Malta, Natures Way launched its new Kigelia Bust Profile Treatment to an audience of around 50 Maltese therapists excited to learn about the new treatment, which promises an average lift of around 18 per cent. Penny Turvey,...

Retreat treat in Essex.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... After seven years trading as a mobile therapist, Emalene Grove has opened her own salon in Billericay, Essex. More than 300 people, including past and present clients, attended the opening day of White Post Retreat, which is based in a Georgian...

Saks continues growth with three more salons.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Saks has opened its second salon in Manchester. Pat Richardson and Karen Wheeler own the salon, based at the David Lloyd Centre and formerly known as Retreat Health and Beauty. They are offering a range of beauty treatments, including a...

Spanish eyes for Linda.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Ellisons area sales manager Louise Jones, ended up with Spanish eyes after a visit from representatives of Barcelona-based manufacturer Thuya. Ellisons has exclusive distribution rights to Thuya, so the visit from export manager Ainhoa...

Spraytan a hit in sun.(International Enterprises)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... International Enterprises, which launched the Spraytan Express self-tanning system in March this year, has already secured several distribution channels in Ireland and Greece, with advanced negotiations taking place in Germany, Holland and...

Streetwise opening for Eatonfield Day Spa.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Actress Beverley Callard, who plays Liz McDonald in Coronation Street, opened the Eatonfield Day Spa, at Higher Whitley, near Stockton Heath, Cheshire. She was invited by Helen Wilson, spa manager and managing director of Eatonfield Leisure,...

Sun exposure good for you, says doctor.
September 1, 2004... Sunlight is bad for you, right? Wrong. There's a growing band of dermatologists who say that warnings of the dangers of sun exposure are doing more harm than good. Most people can tell you what SPF stands for when it comes to sunscreens....

Take action to prevent dermatitis.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Beauty therapy is a high-risk industry for contact dermatitis and the National Eczema Society wants to raise understanding with employers during its awareness week - from 18 to 25 September. A booklet, Contact Dermatitis - An Employers' Guide,...

They're just grand.
September 1, 2004... The Kensington Roof Gardens in London proved an idyllic setting for the Sterex Student of the Year 2004 Competition grand final. Not that the students taking part in the 15th electrolysis competition had much time to take in their surroundings....

What a sport.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Meet Designer Nails's sporting heros - its newly formed, five-a-side football team. Captained by business services advisor, Nathan Towriss (Ozzy), the team comprises staff members Little Steve, Ladies' Man Dan, Tom Cruise lookalike Mark, and...

Keep on.
September 1, 2004... moving Moira Paulusz looks at some modern interpretations of one of the oldest therapies known to man - massage Massage is probably as old as man, the healing power of touch having been used for millennia to relax, release blocked...

Not be.
September 1, 2004... to sniffed at Aromatherapy-based products combine active ingredients with the benefits of stimulating or relaxing scents. Annette Hanford reports BATH PRODUCTS According to Elemis, bathing should be a quiet time of pure...

Round-Up.(StuffWipes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... StuffWipes are a huge success in the US, according to UK distributor, Magic Tan Systems. StuffWipes are pre-moistened, dual-textured wipes designed for use on the entire body before tanning. The wipes' pH balanced formula cleanses and...