Professional Beauty & HJ Ireland JULY/AUGUST 2025 Articles

Great Lengths: The Bridal Hair Essential for Every Big Day

With wedding season upon us, Great Lengths extensions are perfect for enhancing your bridal clients' natural hair on their big day

Editor’s letter

Welcome to our latest issue, which is packed

News

Beauty, Hair & Spa Awards 2026 open for

OSMO AT 25

As it celebrates its milestone birthday with a rebrand, we chat to OSMO managing director Stephen MacDonough

MANAGING NEGATIVITY

In order to maintain a positive salon environment, it is important to address any negativity coming from your team, advises salon business expert Liz McKeon

Ask the experts

Our beauty experts answer your questions about every aspect of running a salon or spa business

Scalp SAVIOURS

The focus on scalp health over the last few years has led to an opportunity for salons to boost business by adding scalp treatments to their menu

Out with THE OLD

As demand for laser tattoo removal rises, we asked some salon owners about offering this service to clients

RADICAL THINKING

The experts tell Ellen Cummings why antioxidants are essential in professional skincare, and how to use them to elevate your treatment results

MAKE a statement

With summer being a time for special occasions, we asked some professionals about the latest make-up trends, and how to achieve these looks on clients

Man on a MISSION

From styling creams to targeted treatments, there are lots of grooming products available to meet your male clients’ needs

Spotlight on... miniproteins

With miniproteins being among the latest innovations to capture the beauty industry’s attention, Kezia Parkins explores these minute and mighty proteins, which hold promise for addressing some of our most pressing skincare concerns

SOI RÉE

Sophistication and elegance reign supreme

NEW ERA

Created for OSMO’s 25th anniversary, the focus is on client-friendly styles

The VAULT

A treasure chest of magical hair

ICONIC EVOLUTION

Introducing a fresh take on timeless classic references, this collection captures the very essence of innovation and individuality

TAKE YOUR PICK!

Tanning solutions, haircare innovations and seasonal nail shades are just some of the latest launches this summer

KERRY HANAPHY

Kerry Hanaphy is the owner of the Kerry Hanaphy Clinic, which has branches in Swords, Citywest and South William Street in Dublin