Editor's letter

Welcome to the fi rst issue of Professional

News

All the latest industry updates across hair, beauty and spa

Ahead of the learning curve

With the ongoing Covid-19 uncertainty, hair and beauty education has adapted accordingly , in order to continue to meet the learning requirements of industry professionals. As we start a brand new year, there are a range of courses available – in the classroom and online,  or a combination of both

Partnering the Profession

Driving forward the development of the professional hairdressing industry, and the sustainable growth of salon businesses, is the commitment of newly appointed market director for L’Oréal Professional Products Division Ireland David O’Brien.  PB/HJ Ireland reports

Glow forth

When the Irish hair and beauty sector closed for six weeks in October, spray tans were among the most sought after services in the pre-lockdown rush. Tanning treatments are now as popular as other year-round services, and clients are booking accordingly

Tools for the tresses

Every client has their own hair type and styling requests, and there are brushes and combs to suit them all. So whether it’s for cutting, blow-drying or detangling, we’ve put together a selection of top picks for your kit

Pay cut considerations

Employers who are considering implementing Covidrelated pay cuts need to be mindful of the risks associated with such a move, explains The HR Company’s Linda Ward

Outside the box

Fuelled by a desire for creative freedom, Marina Hayes opened Confession Box in 2016, and as the salon celebrates its fifth birthday this year, she plans to take it to new artistic heights

Eden Beauty Group’s Hydro Facial system

The new Hydro Facial machine offers clients amazing results, and minimises physical contact between the therapist and the client

Retaining profitable clients

Understanding your client base, and recognising which clients spend the most, is key to boosting your salon’s profits, says salon business expert Liz McKeon

Mentoring MINDS

If you put the concept of mentorship at the heart of your business strategy this year, you will reap the benefits of support and guidance from an experienced industry professional, writes spa consultant Diahann Buckley

RED

Reflect the strength that lies within

Iconic Soles

Be inspired by iconic shoe designers

LOVE your hair

Embrace whoever you choose to be

Cherish

Soft styling with a cool edge

Products

New additions and innovations on the market

Hair Mason

With over 25 years’ experience in the Irish hairdressing industry, Sarah Mason has won numerous awards, including the Irish Hairdressers Federation’s Icon Award in 2016. That same year she opened Sarah Mason Professional in Galway, and in 2019 she won her first business award for Emerging New Business with Network Ireland