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MEDIA KIT
Targeting salon decision makers across
    the Australian beauty industry

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OVERVIEW

Professional Beauty is the leading B2B influencer
Professional Beauty has been acknowledged as the ‘Bible of the Beauty
Industry’ for over 25 years in delivering information and education to
key decision makers in salons, spas and clinics throughout Australia.

We deliver trusted editorial content that includes local and international
news, product releases, education and training, specialist business
articles, industry event coverage, plus ongoing insights into the major
product categories such as skincare, makeup, tanning, waxing, nails,
equipment, lashes and more.

Successful campaigns built on marketing partnerships
We understand the challenges facing today’s marketer too: there are so
many avenues to market, so many platforms to master, so much “noise”
in the industry.

We offer a marketing partnership that offers the widest range of
solutions, the deepest wealth of knowledge and experience, the largest
audience and most engaged database, and the resources to best
support your objectives.
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AUDIENCE PROFILE
                                                                                                           38,952
Professional Beauty is Australia’s leading source of business            Website                          readership via
information for beauty professionals.
                                                                      45,600                               8,656
                                                                                                          audited copies
                                                                        Monthly UV’s
Key decision makers & influencers include:

•   Salon owners
•   Directors                                                                              Social Media
•   Salon managers                                                                         34,993
•   Spa managers
•   Beauty therapists
•   Makeup artists
•   Nail technicians

The backbone of the Professional Beauty brand is the
bimonthly magazine (print & digital). The circulation is 8,656

                                                                                                               9%
                                                                                                                           30%
copies nationally (AMAA Audited) with 90% personally
                                                                       Magazine (print & emag)   30%
requested (AMAA verified recipients report).
                                                                       eNewsletter subscribers   9%
A twice weekly eNewsletter keeps 11,200 opt-in subscribers             Social Media followers    26%
                                                                       Unique Website sessions   35%

                                                                                                          35%
up to date between magazine editions by featuring the latest
content on tips, trends, events, product releases and PBTV.

In addition www.professionalbeauty.com.au is the online
content library, and includes an extensive industry directory
and an internal search engine. The website had over 45,600
                                                                                                                           26%
unique visits in July 2019 alone.                                eNewsletter
Professional Beauty also has a rapidly growing social media      11,200
                                                                 twice weekly
reach of 34,993 followers courtesy of content shared through
dedicated Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn media channels.
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AUDIENCE SAMPLE
A sample selection from our media community

The Manager                    Laserderm Skin Fitness Centre                                 The Manager                      2 Deadly Hands Massage Nails & Beauty

Proprietor                     Beautiful Body Boutique                                       The Proprietor                   A Touch of Beauty

Director                       Beauty & Medicine                                             Director                         Timeless Health & Beauty

Salon Manager                  Beautyologist                                                 The Manager                      Underground Waxing & Makeup

The Manager                    Natural Image                                                 Owner                            Sheer Serenity Skin & Beauty

The Proprietor                 Wembley Skin And Body Focus                                   The Manager                      DermaBeauty Clinic

The Manager                    Wise Women                                                    Owner                            Allure Skin & Body

Owner                          Beauty By The Park                                            The Manager                      Get Smart Hair, Body & Soul

Manager                        Boutique Beauty                                               Director                         Acacia Skin & Bodycare

The Manager                    4ME Beauty Therapy                                            The Manager                      Beauty Beyond Paramedical Aesthetics

Clinic Manager                 2 Dye 4 Hair & Beauty                                         Owner                            Junie’s Natural Skin Care

The Manager                    Visions Beauty Salon                                          The Manager                      Venus Skin & Beauty

Proprietor                     Babes Beauty On Main                                          Owner & Beauty Therapist         Beauty Down Under

Owner                          Yunga Beauty                                                  Clinic Manager                   Laser Therapeutics

Director                       A & S Centre of Electrolysis                                  Owner                            Bay Street Beauty

 Professional Beauty magazine : audited circulation 8,656 salons (September 2019) with 90% verified recipients.
                                                                                                                  Names protected by our Privacy Policy
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AUDIENCE INSIGHTS
Standout results from Professional Beauty’s 2019 industry survey:

               88%
                of our audience
                                                          87%
                                                           of our audience
                  influence or                              have followed
                make purchasing                           advice featured in
                    decisions                                 an article

                                  83%
                                 identify Professional
                                                                               93%
                                                                               regard Professional
                               Beauty magazine as their                         Beauty magazine
                                #1 choice for industry                           as trustworthy
                                   education, advice                              and accurate
                                      & support
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THE B2B MARKETING FUNNEL
With over 25 years’ experience in designing B2B campaigns we’ll consider your marketing objectives, and then tailor recommendations to
cost effectively support your goals. We understand exactly what is required to optimize your marketing funnel.

Lead
Generation
                                       Awareness
                                                                                •viral
                                                                                 Events, advertising, tradeshows, blog, webinars, direct mail,
                                                                                       campaigns, social media, search, media mentions

                                        Interest                                • Emails, targeted content, newsletters
                                                                                • Product information and specials
Lead
                                    Consideration                               • Automated email campaigns, case studies, product samples
                                                                                • Product demonstrations and samples
Nurture
                                         Intent
                                       Evaluation                               • Marketing and sales combine to verify product merits and value
                                                                                • Sales transaction is completed
Sales                                   Purchase
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PRINT MAGAZINE + DIGITAL MAGAZINE
The Bible of the Australian Beauty Industry

PRINT MAGAZINE                                                                 DIGITAL MAGAZINE
Established for over 25 years                                                 Established for over 10 years
6 editions mailed per year                                                   6 editions shared by eDM per year
The only independently audited beauty industry magazine                     2,147 opt-in subscribers
8,656 audited circulation (AMAA) of salons, clinics, spas                  Responsive design suited for mobile + tablet
90% of copies are personally requested (AMAA verified recipients)
Twice winner Australia’s best B2B magazine (Publishers Australia Awards)
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EDITORIAL CALENDAR

          JANUARY/FEBRUARY                                     MARCH/APRIL                                            MAY/JUNE
            AUSTRALIAN MADE                        WOMEN OF INFLUENCE / BRIDAL                          THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE
     A look at the advantages of beauty brands    A spotlight on successful beauty game-changers     The best of beauty and technology and a celebration
               being Australian Made.               in the industry and a look at the best bridal          of Professional Beauty’s 25 year history.
    Roundtable: The 2020 Vision - Beauty Trends       makeup and treatments on the market.              Roundtable: Active Ingredients - Product
                                                      Roundtable: In Touch with Technology                      Advancements + Innovation

               JULY/AUGUST                              SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER                                  NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
             LUXURY SKINCARE                                   CLEAN BEAUTY                                       FESTIVE BEAUTY
    A look at what’s new in the high-end beauty    The rise of natural and organic products in the     A focus on festive beauty gift packs and party
         market and the latest treatments          market along with a spotlight on the changing     makeup along with trends from 2020 and our hit
                 and innovations.                                  face of tanning.                                predictions for 2021.
     Roundtable: The Right Retail Partnership     Roundtable: Natural Capabilities - Clean Beauty      Roundtable: Franchising Salons - maintaining
                                                                                                     independence versus the power of togetherness
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EDITORIAL CALENDAR

           ONLINE                                                                                                              MAGAZINE
                                               MAIN              BUSINESS            SKINCARE EXPERT /                                                                  TECH
                                                                                                                                                       BEAUTY PRODUCT PRODUCT                   TALKING          INDUSTRY                 EVENT
          COVERAGE                EDITION     THEME               FOCUS                SKINFLUENCER                         VIEWPOINT                     ROUNDUP                                POINT          ROUNDTABLE               PREVIEW
                                                                                                                                                                       FOCUS                    FORUM
JAN                                          AUSTRALIAN                                                                                                                                                          The 2020 Vision :
              Tanning             JAN/FEB
                                               MADE                                                                                                                                                               Beauty Trends
FEB                                                                                  Research into the adverse
                                                                                                                                                        Valentine’s Day Sun
                                                                                     reaction to Botox and Skin                                                                                                                           Cosmoprof
         Tanning and Hair                                                                                            Packaging: the pros and cons      protection Australian
                                                               HR retaining staff   Needling. Does a client’s skin                                                                   IPL       The Educators                               Bologna:
            Removal                                                                                                    of being Australian Made            made beauty
                                                                                      build up an immunity to                                                                                                                            12-16 March
                                                                                                                                                       Waxing / Hair removal
                                                                                         these treatments?
MAR      Body Treatments                                                                                             A focus on franchising; what it
      (including skincare and                INFLUENTIAL                                                               means to run a successful                                                                   In Touch with
                                  MAR/APR
           body sculpting                      WOMEN                                                                 chain. The issues owners need                                                                  Technology
            technology)                                                                                                      to be aware of
APR                                                                                 The backlash of overworking
       Natural skincare (and                                                                                                                                                                                                                Beauty
                                                              The importance of      the skin. Will salons see a                                       Bridal Corporate beauty                 Salon Software
          facials without                                                                                                                                                        Cryotherapy                                             Melbourne:
                                                                  insurance            return to more a more                                               Ingestibles Nails                    Management
            technology)                                                                                                                                                                                                                  28-29 March
                                                                                         natural approach?
MAY                                                                                                                        Rules & Regulatory                                                                   Active Ingrendients:
      Innovations (in skincare,               THE 25TH
                                                                                                                       Compliance: verification,                                                                       Product        BEAUTY & SPA
       nails, tanning, makeup     MAY/JUN   ANNIVERSARY
                                                                                                                     testing and certification when                                                              Advancements +      Insiders: 25 May
          and technology)                       ISSUE
                                                                                                                            brands go global                                                                         Innovation
JUN                                                           Taxation Time. How      How to winterproof your
                                                                                                                                                       Acne Body treatments         Skin                                                Naturally Good
              Makeup                                          to make the most of      clients skin / treatment                                                                                Lashes & Brows
                                                                                                                                                          Pollution Masks        Resurfacing                                            Expo: 1-2 June
                                                                  your claim                   packages
JUL     New luxury insalon                     LUXURY
                                  JUL/AUG
           treatments                         SKINCARE
AUG                                                                Accounting
                                                                                                                         The rise of ingestibles           Luxury Beauty                                                                Beauty Expo
         New luxury retail                                     recommendations                                                                                                    Multiple                        The Right Retail
                                                                                                                           - research into their       Brows / lashes High end                  Technology                                Australia:
            products                                              for a smooth                                                                                                   Modalities                         Partnership
                                                                                                                         effectiveness in health            treatments                                                                  22-23 August
                                                                running business
SEP    New organic skincare
       and makeup trends/         SEP/OCT   CLEAN BEAUTY
         developments
OCT                                                            The best ways to
       Clean Beauty skincare                  Sub topics:                            The move towards tanning A look at the regulations in the                                                                                          CIDESCO World
                                                                 ensure your                                                                   Tanning Organic / green                                          Natural Capabilities:
        and makeup trends/                  Tanning Retail,                         products in the retail market Organic market - how do                                                         Tanning                                  Congress:
                                                               business makes                                                                   beauty Men’s beauty                                                Clean Beauty
           development                       Clean Beauty                            how is it affecting business companies get certified                                                                                                   3-7 Sept
                                                                   a return
NOV           Waxing              NOV/DEC   FESTIVE BEAUTY
DEC                                                                                The rise of tattooing from                                                                                                   Franchising Salons:
        Year in Review and                                     The rules on wages  permanent foundation to                                                                                                           maintaining
                                            Subtopic: Year                                                                                               Year in review Party    Permanent                                          Cosmoprof Asia:
       Trend predictions for                                  and overtime during microblading and lips. What            The World of Wellness                                                    Makeup           independence
                                              In Review                                                                                                    makeup Detox           Makeup                                            mid-November
          the year ahead                                         holiday season      are the benefits and                                                                                                       versus the power of
                                                                                          health risks.                                                                                                             togetherness
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EDITORIAL OPPORTUNITIES
A selection of content measures for campaign messaging reinforcement

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                                                                        FRANCHISEE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     GROUPON ANZ CEO STEVE TRAPLIN TALKS DISCOUNTS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            BIO SCULPTURE
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                                                                        BACK-PAYS STAFF                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Tell us a little about the launch of Groupon in Australia…
                                                                        An Endota Spa                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  “It was launched in Australia in 2011, Groupon is a leader in global and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Don’t just compete on price. It’s important that

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                                                                        franchisee who operates                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Australian e-commerce and we are working to become the world’s largest                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 salons differentiate their nails services in order to remain

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Discounting
                                                                        six of the company’s                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           online marketplace and the daily habit for Australians. We have more than                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            competitive. I think the worst thing a nail salon can do is

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                                                                        Sydney day spas had                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                compete on price alone; by reducing prices this will trigger
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       five million subscribers who have actively signed up to receive Groupon
                                                                        to backpay $65,939.87                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             a price war and devalue the skills and experience of nail
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       mobile notifications and emails, and interact with our website and app daily.”
                                                                        to 13 employees after                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            technicians and the beauty industry as a whole. At the end of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Tell us about the competitive discounts at Groupon…
                                                                        making illegal deductions
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       “We begin and end with our customers as they are the real reason why we                                                                                                                                           These luxury skincare                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          the day everyone loses.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    The Moroccan Effect                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           NAIL
                                                                                                                                                                               PRINT YOUR OWN MAKEUP?
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                                                                        from their salary and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Focus on value add. This is a clever way for
                NEUTROGENA CASTS SHADOW                                 underpaying penalty rates and annual leave entitlements.                                               If you struggle to find the right coloured eyeshadow, blush                                                                                                                                                                         When times are quiet salon owners can feel                                                          are in business. We offer our customers amazing prices, great value and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              technicians to provide their clients with extra services and
                OVER LED HOMECARE DEVICES                                   The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) investigated Sea One North Pty                                       or brow powder you will be pleased to know that you can                                                                                                                                                                             tempted to discount services and slash product                                                      choice, a broad and deep selection of things to see, eat and do.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       What is the biggest advantage for beauty salon owners that use                                                                                                                                                    results for your clients                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               products with something over and above a long lasting
                Neutrogena’s recall of its popular Visibly Clear        Ltd, trading as Endota Spa Sydney, after it received requests for assistance                           now print your own using “16.7 million colours” thanks to
                                                                                                                                                                               the launch of the world’s first 3D makeup printer.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   prices. Anita Quade chats to industry experts                                                       Groupon to promote their business?
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                Light Therapy Acne Mask and Activator                   from two skilled 457 visa holders, who alleged the company was making
                is likely to raise consumer concerns about              deductions from their pay to cover visa-related costs.                                                     Weighing just under 1kg, the Mink enables users to        HERE COME THE BOYS                                                                                                                                                    about the pros and cons of cost-cutting.                                                            Working with Groupon gives beauty salon owners a way to build their
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Offer high quality products and experiences to
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                the safety of LED beauty devices around                     Fair Work inspectors found that the company made unlawful deductions                               transform any digital images into wearable makeup in less     British makeup brand, W7 Cosmetics, has jlaunched a ground breaking                                                                                                                                                                                                       brand and grow their business with great exposure to a new and engaged                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              health benefits as well as highly skilled service offerings
                the world.                                              totalling $58,025 from the pay of thirteen 457 visa workers from countries                             than 30 seconds.                                              makeup campaign featuring eight men and two boys wearing makeup.                                                                                                                                                                                                          audience of potential customers at no upfront cost. We help beauty salons                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Harnessing the important properties of naturally-derived and ethically-                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       such as extensions and nail art.
                     In Australia, Neutrogena’s parent company,         including Poland, Ireland, Britain and Japan between May 2014 and                                          Users simply open the Mink app and import an image            Launched in a bid to celebrate diversity and inclusiveness, the campaign                                                                                                                                                                                              better manage their quiet times or unfilled periods or attract new clients
                Johnson & Johnson Pacific, recalled the device,         February 2018.                                                                                         from the internet, camera roll or social media. After         stars Salih’s World, Toby Salvietto, Danny de Freitas, Way of Yaw,                                         TAKE A LOOK at beauty salons and view their                                                                                                                    by providing a way to manage their load and capacity to best suit their                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         sourced ingredients from across the globe, the MoroccanTan range works                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             It’s about creating an experience. I believe that with so
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      much choice in the nail industry, customers are willing to pay
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    60 SECONDS WITH RUSSELL ZIMMERMANN,
                and withdrew it from the market, in conjunction             Endota Spa Sydney and Sea One North director Chris Barbour deducted                                choosing whether to print the whole image or a single         Whatstheteakeekee, Marc Zapanta, Don’t mess with Denise and Harley Jeal                                    menu to see the rise in the level of discounting, as
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE AUSTRALIAN
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       individual requirements. We also offer merchants a free Booking Tool option                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           effortlessly to create nourished skin and an envious all-over glow.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      more if they receive not only an amazing nail service but also
                with the Therapeutic Goods Association.                 $250 per fortnight from the workers’ pay until the cost (up to $7000) of each                          colour within it, users then insert a Mink makeup sheet       as well as 14-year-old Reuben de and 16-year-old Jamie Kyle.                                                                                                                                                                                                              so clients can book appointments on the Groupon website or app.”
                     According to the TGA, the device was               workers’ visa sponsorship had been reached. The FWO also failed to pay                                 into the tray and press ‘send to print’. Fifteen seconds          In total, the influencers have more than 1.5 million social media followers.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        owners clamour to compete for business - but just
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        how damaging can this be for your brand?                    RETAILER’S ASSOCIATION                                                                             Any other benefits?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Through the unrivalled properties unearthed in Pure Organic Argan Oil,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         an experience that will keep them coming back for more.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Understanding your clients’ needs. We know that salons
                recalled because:                                       workers $7,914.87 in penalty rates and annual leave entitlements.                                      later the printing is complete and the makeup, created “in        Owned by Warpaint London, W7 is “an extremely creative, design-                                            Daniel Dickson Managing Director, DMK                   Tell us how beauty salons can remain competitive in the market                                     Another advantage Groupon merchants enjoy is our Merchant Centre,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 it is the culmination of this powerful antioxidant, Organic Rosehip Oil,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     need a point of difference in such a saturated nail market which
                     “It has been identified that, for a small              According to the FWO, the company has back-paid all workers in full for                            accordance with the FDA rules for cosmetics”, is ready        focused” cosmetic brand primarily targeted at 16-30 year-olds.                                                                                                         with discounts such as Groupon.
                subset of potentially susceptible people                the unlawful deductions and underpayments, and has co-operated fully with                              to wear.                                                          The W7 brand has grown organically since its inception in 2002 and now
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Australia and New Zealand believes the rise in the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        level of discounting is driven by fear.                     “Groupon vouchers are a great idea if beauty salons have quiet periods.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       which helps businesses track and proactively manage their campaign and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       gives a clear view of how we help your business grow. In the Merchant
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Organic Aloe Vera and a multitude of premium ingredients, that their                                                                                                                                                                                                  One of the biggest beauty game-changers                                                                is why we invest heavily in being the healthy alternative in
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                (including people with certain eye-related              FWO throughout the investigation process.                                                                  Mink president and co-founder Janet Kim says that the
                                                                                                                                                                               new printer meets the demands of today’s consumers who
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             contains over 500 items (including foundations, lipsticks, eyeshadows, nail
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             polish and the Ebony Collection for darker skin tones) which are sold into
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            “I often see a lot of discounting for the sake of       Let us assume that a salon is very quiet on a Monday morning, staff                                Centre, salon owners can monitor sales, view campaign metrics, respond to                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       renowned range ensures a deeper, richer and longer lasting seamless tan.                                                                                                                                                                                                  in recent years has been the evolution of                                                            ingredients that are non-toxic, vegan friendly as well as focus                 SWITCHFUNKY
                disorders e.g. retinitis pigmentosa, ocular                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         have to be employed however if they are not serving customers then it
                albinism, other congenital retinal disorders),                                                                                                                 “have higher expectations on how and where the products       high street retailers and independent beauty beauty shops across the UK,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        discounting. There is the fear of competitors, fear
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    is a cost of wages to the retailer. To offer a Groupon voucher discount
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       customers, and track payments with our easy-to-use apps.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 nail artistry. Salons have progressed from                                                            on education as the key to success. I believe this not only
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      allows salons to offer their clients a unique service but also
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        of losing customers, fear that your product quality                                                                                                            How can beauty business maintain return clients with Groupon?
                repeated exposure may cause varying degrees                                                                                                                    they consume fit into their lifestyle”.                       Europe, Australia and the US.                                                                              is not good enough,” he says.                               would be beneficial to the salon. The issue is that if you have customers                          “We believe if you treat customers right, regardless of whether they’re                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Photography by Tiffany Mumford | Hair and Makeup by Carolyn Wren | Model Jet Zandbergen                                                                                                                                                                     offering the standard manicure and pedicure                                                                                     gives technicians the skills to be able offer a         independent nail or beauty salon. Many local suppliers that
                                                                                                                                                                                   “Mink understands the shifting landscape for on-              Sam Bazani, the owner of W7 Cosmetics, said the brand has “always been
                of retinal damage that could be irreversible and
                could accelerate peripheral vision impairment                                                                                                                  demand and flexibility, and beauty is no exception,”          an advocate for setting trends and providing quality cosmetics for anyone to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            He believes pricing should be developed with            booking for a treatment and the salon is in a busy trading period then                             paying full price or have found a great deal on Groupon, then they will                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Interview by Anita Quade                                                                                                                                                                                                        to a menu featuring long lasting options                                                                                    unique experience.                                      represent large global companies have very valuable, ready-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        actuals including true expenses, forecasted profit          to employ more staff to deal with the extra customers may in fact mean                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            made marketing resources that can set your salon apart. Ask
                or loss”.                                                                                                                                                      she said.                                                     express themselves creatively”.                                                                            margins, and market research, rather than by                that your service level may suffer. Giving discounts and then giving
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       always come back. We work closely with merchants on how to build
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       customer loyalty through high quality service, and we also work with them to
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                     “[In addition] other potential adverse events                                                                                                                 “We are excited to provide a new distribution platform
                                                                                                                                                                               for beauty as well as connecting to the different consumer
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 “We are incredibly excited to be working with these inspiring young men
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             who are breaking boundaries in the beauty industry,” he said.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        emotional reactions or by “feel”.                           substandard service will also mean that customers won’t want to come                               create a deal that is a win-win for both the customer and the merchant.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                rising demand has seen an influx of nail and                                                                                 Talya Bergmann                                             add to, to make your own. Forming strong relationships with
                that may be associated with use of this device
                are eye pain, eye discomfort, eye irritation,                                                                                                                  touchpoints across physical, web and social.                      ‘The ‘Here Come the Boys’ campaign is about so much more than just
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            His top tip is to never under-sell yourself,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        take an objective and formulaic approach and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    back and support your business.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             beauty salons opening its doors offering                                                                                  Managing Director
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    What do you think are some of the benefits for salons to
                tearing, blinding, blurring of vision, seeing                                                                                                                      “Finally bridging images that inspire beauty and          makeup, it fully represents our brand ethos of self-expression, with affordable                            be prepared to back yourself and the quality
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    discount and also some of the drawbacks?                                                                                                           looking for the next special in                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         services with highly competitive prices. We                                                                                                                                                Knowledge is power. Once you understand why the
                spots/flashes and other changes in vision (for                                                                                                                 transforming them into makeup in a snap.”                     products for both men and women,’ he said.                                                                 of services and products you are offering at an
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    “The obvious benefits of discounting is that as a business you have to                              THE BEST BUSINESS                              the salon. She recommends
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              asked the experts how to remain a standout                                                                                                                                              products you have selected are giving you the edge you can
                example vision colour).”
                     In its statement announcing the recall,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        appropriate value for your customers.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            “Profit is not a dirty word, especially when I see
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    pay staff both when the business is quiet as well as when you are busy, by                            STRATEGY IS A                                offering alternatives to clients
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       to build a relationship by                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    out in such a crowded nail market.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      confidently pass this information onto your clients which will in
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                Neutrogena stressed that the recall is being                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            very dedicated business owners who work crazy
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    offering a discount to customers that don’t normally shop with you may                             SATISFIED CUSTOMER                              offering add on services or                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Differentiating your services from your competitors and
                                                                                                                                                                                 OZ BROW ARTIST TAKES ON THE WORLD                                                                                                                                                                                                  encourage them to return and pay full value at a later stage, particularly
                undertaken “as a precautionary measure”.
                     “As part of our quality and safety              LADY ROCKS THE HAUS WITH MAKEUP LAUNCH                                                                      Australian brow artist Suzie McIntosh recently co-hosted a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        hours, often for little or no wages. Value the efforts
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    if they receive awesome service and a quality treatment. A drawback is                              WHO WILL RETURN                                product packages.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              understanding your true value is key. Value adding to your
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        you put into your services and your business, and                                                                                                                                                                 “I don’t discount. I reward                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 ABOVE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           standard nail menu by investing in professional only products
                commitment, we routinely monitor our                 Lady Gaga is following in the stiletto-heeled footsteps of Kylie Jenner and Rihanna                         master class for over 50 brow artists in .Los Angeles.                                                                                                                 your clients will too.”                                     that the retailer does not get the entire percentage of the sale.”                                  AGAIN AND AGAIN                                my loyal clients with add ons.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    O Cosmedics Immortal Cream                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      OPI AUSTRALIA                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                that allow you to offer extended services that repair and
                products and review the latest science,” the         with the launch of her own beauty brand.                                                                        Suzie, who owns Suzie McIntosh Brows salons in                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             LEFT                                                       Inskin Cosmedics 02 9712 8188
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            He says salons should have their pricing                                                                                                                                                                   My clients appreciate my                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Providing the best nail products and services are key as innovators we want to continue to bring our customers fresh product choices                                                                                                                         protect the nail during the Gel Polish or Dip service rather
                company said.                                            The 33-year-old super star launched the brand, Haus Labs, in a campaign video                           Melbourne and Sydney, said the masterclass attracted brow                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           DNA Intensive Renewal                                          Thalgo Intelligence Marine Regenerative
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        structures set up well, which offers them great            reasons that salons fold within the first few years of business.                                 hard work and know I’m dedicated to achieving maximum results for their                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and meaningful collaborations that celebrate what OPI stands for – and we believe colour is the answer.                                                                                                                                                      than just colouring or shaping the nail will make sure your
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        potential to up-sell, bundle and package services              “Salons make the mistake of trying to attract too many new clients, too                      skin’s health.”
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                and transient visual adverse events, combined            The launch range is made up of Le Riot Lip Gloss, RIP Lip Liner and Glam                                Europe and even Australia”.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        to deliver greater value for retail customers whilst       quickly and they end up being the wrong type of client. Salon discounts can                         But other beauty businesses such as My Cosmetic Clinic which provide                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Germaine de Capuccini Australia 1300 432 100                                     La Biosthetique 1300 554 069                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 launch of the professional service Powder Perfection, offering gel-like shine, weeks of long-wear and no need to light cure, was revolutionary                                                                                                                   Take responsibility for the overall condition of your
                with a growing scientific discussion around the      Attack Liquid Shimmer Powder (each available in six colours).                                                   After successfully running her salon Melbourne salon for
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        maintaining and growing profits.                           really affect your profit too – they are really easy for your staff to sell and                  both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures across New South Wales                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Babor ReVersive Anti-Ageing Cream                                Phytomer Pionniere XMF Perfection Youth Cream                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             for OPI. This powder dipping system is available in select Australian salons and is perfect for clients looking for a nail service in between a                                                                                                              clients natural nails both pre and post nail service. This is
                safety of blue light, we further evaluated the           Apart on the Haus Labs website and on Amazon.com, the products will be sold                             four years, Suzie started her training academy in 2017.
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                potential effects of the Mask on the eye.            in sets of two or three with prices starting at US$40 for two lip glosses                                       “When I first started my training academy, Kristin Fisher                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Dermalogica Power Rich - Dermalogica 1800 659 118                          Payot Uni Skin - Payot Cosmetics 02 9874 1166
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        customer who will return again and again.                  business. Take for instance shop-a-docket, they can really make your salon                       they turned to Groupon to attract new customers when opening a regional                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Remain competitive by ensuring the quality of the polish is exceptional, but that an extensive range of shades are available to                                                                                                                          while showing off your amazing work and attributing it the
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                theoretical risk of eye injury for a small subset    vision for the brand.                                                                                       to Sydney to train her and all of her staff,” she said.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Aspect Dr Resveratrol Moisturising Crème                                   Advanced Cosmeceuticals 08 9409 5433
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Debbie Dickson                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Get closer and you’ll see it’s the Park Hyatt Melbourne, a five-star hotel                  Park Club Health & Day

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               HOW I GOT HERE:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Percentage discount: The big question is how much is best? Don’t play                Thanks a million                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 cosmopolitan mix of Victorian and modern architecture.                                          spa menu in April along
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       You work with some of the world’s best known                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  around with small incentive percentages. 5%, 10% or 15% off isn’t going to           Reward loyal clients and show your appreciation                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  with two new product
                                                                                                      Name faces cipiet ipsam quo                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               VASILIKI’S TOP BEAUTY TREND                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Housed within its classic walls is an equally impressive five-star spa, which
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       beauty brands including Dermalogica, Kate                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     tempt anyone – I think 25% is the minimum discount.                                  by emailing or texting an added value offer to                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   sits within the very heart of the hotel.                                                        ranges - British skincare
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Founder of Regul8™ and Head of Education at
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               VASILIKI PETROU
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Somerville, Hourglass and Living Proof – how do                          PREDICTIONS FOR 2018
                                                                                                      ommodis nihillo ruptat pa dis                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Seal the deal: Whichever formula you adopt it’s important to have clear terms        thank them for their loyalty. An impromptu ‘Just                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     The Park Club Health & Day Spa features an indoor infinity pool built                       range Linda Meredith
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       you choose these brands for your stable?                                 • Personalisation is a big one but it’s very difficult to                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and conditions. Don’t get caught out as it’ll cost you money. Think about…           because…’ makes clients feel valued and is perfect                                                                                                                                                               DMK Australia and New Zealand.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  right over the lobby’s silver-leaf encrusted dome, with a spectacular heritage                  and quintessential
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       “It links back to the waves and where we see the biggest                   execute as well. Brands and salons need to look at skin                                                                                                                                                                                                                               • Add urgency with an expiry date                                                 for filling those gaps in the early part of the week                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             mosaic of two water nymphs by artist Rob Di Virgilli on the walls.                              Melbournian brand Uspa. They are the first
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       emerging spaces. I am proud that our portfolio is diverse with             solutions that are bespoke to clients.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Which therapists are offering the deal?                                         or seasonal quiet times.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             The pool is just one element of the ‘wet’ area which includes a jacuzzi,
              THREE YEARS AGO Nikki asked herself –                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Executive Vice President and                                                                           brands like REN – it’s clean skincare. If you look at retailers like
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Mecca or Sephora, they have declared that clean skincare is one
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • The Microbiome is a huge wave – it’s about the good
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  bacteria, so far beauty has always been about products
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Which days of the week?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Tell us how you originally started your                             What should                                                                                                                     With a new spa menu, the Park Club Health & Day Spa is the ultimate Melbourne                                                                                              sauna and steam room.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           hotel spa in Australia to offer Linda Meredith
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Skincare as part of the spa’s treatments.
              ‘How hard can it be?’ when she took up the helm                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           • Do you want to restrict it to certain times of day?                             Last minute
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Group CEO of Unilever Prestige                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 relaxation experience, writes Michelle Ruzzene.                                                                                                                 Alongside the wet area and the boutique gym is the seven-room
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Known as the Queen of Facials, Linda

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Deal or
              at BLC Cosmetics. Tasked with transforming                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               of the biggest waves. What I love about our brands is that they            penetrating the skin but the breakthrough here is all                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Raw deal: I often see salons restricting a 1st visit offer to their most junior      Is there any time when it pays to offer a discount                                                                                                                                                wellness career?                                                    salons be                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  day spa, which includes a double room for couples or friends to enjoy
              the business by modernising and driving a                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                have been thought leaders. We have chosen a very differentiated            about the outside of the skin versus the inside of the skin                                                                                                                                                                                                                        team members. For me this is an expensive mistake; it’s more likely to attract       to existing clients? Yes, when it comes to filling                                                                                                                                                “I originally got into the beauty industry to help treat my         looking for when                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Meredith’s list of celebrity clients includes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           treatments together.
              high-performance culture. She reveals what’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       portfolio on purpose and every brand is very unique and                    and how you balance the equilibrium system of good                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 quibbling coupon clippers rather than profitable clients who want to go to the       those last-minute appointment gaps.                                                                                                                                                               own acne and skin condition that motivated me to learn and          stocking wellness                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Victoria Beckham, Madonna, Gwyneth
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               The spa has been in operation almost 20 years – it welcomed its first
              been so illuminating is the reflection process
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       authentic. Authenticity is the key – you need to have a founder            bacteria versus bad bacteria. They say that the gut is the                                                                                                                                                                                                                         best in town. Price is not especially important to them and is certainly not the         Make sure deal appointments are only available                                                                                                                                                research as much as I could. I studied Chinese medicine and         supplements?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Paltrow, Stella McCartney, Penelope
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           client in 1999 when the Park Hyatt Melbourne opened - and in 2014 was the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       with a vision and a leader who wants to make a positive change             new brain.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                acupuncture, nutritional medicine and completed various             “There are a growing number of dietary supplements in the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Cruz and Kate Moss along with a host of
              and discovering how absolutely universal the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           deciding factor, so why would these super-fussy, well-heeled clients want an         at the eleventh-hour as it’s not ‘a stand-by’ if it can                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          winner of the Best Luxury Wellness Spa at the World Luxury Spa Awards.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       to the industry.”                                                        • EpiGenetics and looking at how DNA changes because                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        courses in metabolic disorders, herb and drug interaction, the      market, but not all formulas and ingredients are equal. The most                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            supermodels
              experiences of change are to                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           appointment with your most junior team? They wouldn’t. In fact, it will almost       be booked 24 hours in advance, and just prevents                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Spa manager Shelley Varacalli said the treatments, rituals and lifestyle
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            WITH A PASSION for beauty and more than 25 years                         Tell us about the major challenges facing beauty                                                                                                             of the way we live, pollution, socialisation, habits, sun and                                                                                                                                                                                                                      certainly put them off. So give them the choice.                                     full paying clients being able to book.                                                                                                                                                           gut-skin axis. I’ve worked, lectured and trained in skin revision   effective supplements include readily bio-available ingredients                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            experience in the industry, Vasiliki oversees some of the world’s        brands today?                                                                     How often does Unilever acquire new brands?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         recommendations were based on the four cornerstones of wellness; sound
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  radiation. It’s important to look at the DNA we inherited                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   I suggest you don’t advertise these discounted                                                                                                                                                (with DMK) for 20 years now and I discovered very early             (not synthetic), quality formulations in the appropriate dosages.”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           nutrition, regular exercise, peace of mind and care of the face and body.                                                        international
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            most prestigious brands including Dermalogica, Murad, REN                “The market has been disrupted, particularly in e-commerce                        “We don’t have a specific dictated rhythm – in the beginning we
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and then the DNA because of our lifestyle, it’s a huge                                                                                                                                                                                                                             PROFITABLE OFFERS FOR EXISTING CLIENTS                                               appointments as always being available otherwise                                                                                                                                                  on, that skin problems have a strong correlation to digestive
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               She said from the moment a guest walked into the spa, every element had                                                      celebrities.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and Hourglass Cosmetics. ANITA QUADE chats to the CEO                    which is now giving a window to smaller brands that were never                    would scout a list of 500 brands only to select six of these – and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   imbalances and stress that cause imbalances and disharmony          Tell us how you developed your range?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  wave in terms of how to you help clients adapt their                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Your existing client already loves what you do and how you do it, so don’t           they get taken for granted and seem the norm                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     been carefully considered to ensure their experience was outstanding.                                                            Linda Meredith
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            during a whirlwind visit to Sydney about career lessons, beauty          previously heard of. You can go to a manufacturer, create product                 we are very picky because for us we look at authenticity, superior                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   within the body.”                                                   “It took six years of research and development, working with
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  skincare to suit their lifestyle.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  discount unless you really have to and always try to avoid competing on price        rather than a bargain. Late availability is the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Guests are encouraged to arrive at the spa at least 15 to 30 minutes prior to               said she was “delighted to be introduced to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            trends and the challenges facing salons.                                 and launch it in the digital space. Influencers are creating their                products and technology.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                specialist formulation and manufacturing expertise in Australia.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     own brands and launching online.”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     alone. Why dramatically cut profit margins, potentially damage your brand,           key here.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        their appointment to allow enough time to complete a consultation form, use                     Australia in such a landmark and stunning
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     create a sale mentality amongst your clients and lower your average invoice? It                                                                                                                                                                                                        What is the correlation between the gut and                         I worked to source the best quality ingredients possible, and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           hotel”. Uspa, a local Melbourne brand
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Tell us how you got into the beauty industry…                                                                                                              In the market what do you think is one of the                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        skin conditions?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               the steam room and sauna, and relax in the lounge to enjoy a cup of signature
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Is there a brand that stands out to you as a                                      biggest beauty game changers?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 just doesn’t make sense.                                                             Exclusive channel offers                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              then to develop the right dosages in the formulations that would
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           tea, which is a delicious blend of honey, lemon and ginger.                                     established in 1995, draws upon native
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            “I was born a beauty junkie – it is an inner passion. When I visit
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            our head office in the States and see the scientists who create our      beauty leader?                                                                    “Social media has been a game changer and it makes you think                ALWAYS TAKE RISKS, BE BOLD,                                                                                                             Ever been tempted to discount                          QUICK LOOK AT THE PROS AND CONS:                                                      Instead give added value, not discounts, and you’ll find making a profit far      Your social channels and email marketing are                                                                                                                                                      “The most severe or long-term symptoms I observed, for              work to complement each other. I wanted it to be convenient
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Fresh flowers, incense, mood lighting and soft music complement the spa’s                   ingredients like Lilly Pilly, Caviar Lime and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            your offerings to fill the quiet                      SALON DISCOUNT BENEFITS                                                            easier. Offer an upgrade to a premium manicure from a file and polish, or ‘a         great ways to offer exclusive added value offers,                                                                                                                                                 example, acne or rosacea, often have complex or multiple            yet effective. One fundamental issue for us to consider in the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Kakadu Plum for its formulations. It is part
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    BE UNCOMFORTABLE AND
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            brands I am humbled by what is possible and what technology              “There is nothing like Dermalogica when it comes to expertise                     about how our communication needs to be reinvented.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                ambient interiors.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            contributing factors. Research told me that a lot of skin           formulation was that most probiotics don’t survive past the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           times in the salon? You are not                        Simple and quick to implement                                                      buy two and get the third free’ with retail products.                                reward followers and build relationships. Why
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            we have as part of Unilever Prestige.”                                   and education – the brand founder Jane Wurwand has always
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            conditions can be expressions of inflammation in the body, and      transit through our stomach acid, so we secured a patented
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Shelly said from a client’s first visit, she taught them the first step to                  of the hotel’s philosophy to support great
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     said first and foremost we are an educational company and                         With access to so many beauty must-haves what                                PUSH YOURSELF – IT’S THE                                                                                                                 alone in such a competitive                          • Get clients through your door – instantly                                           Let’s look at some of the different types of salon discounts, deals and offers
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     and the best time to use them…
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          not email a value added promotion for Father’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Day to just your female database or post a salon                                                                                                                                                  often poor gut function.”                                           micro-encapsulation technology to ensure maximum delivery of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           a glowing complexion and body was through investing in treatments that                          local brands with quality products. Being
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       are the proudcts that you would never leave                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Increase client loyalty
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   ONLY WAY YOU CAN GROW.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     secondly we do product. Every time I attend a class, even if I                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        directly targeted each individual’s skin type.                                                  introduced to Uspa pure and organic way
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           I BELIEVE YOU NEED TO GO                                                  have been in the industry for 25 years, I learn something I didn’t                home without?                                                                                                                                                                                                        market. Founder of Lockhart                           • Introduce clients to new services, treatments and products
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          social exclusive for Mother’s Day on Facebook and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            We have seen the rise of salons offering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                the probiotics to the target area, the lower intestine area. And
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                that took some time!”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      of life was what sealed the deal between
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Bag a bargain
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Meyer Salon Marketing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     know. What I love about Dermalogica is that we are not hiring                      “The Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant. The formula is                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Instagram only?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Easy to track and measure                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               wellness supplements and probiotics as part of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Park Club Health & Day Spa and the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          OUT THERE AND EXPERIMENT,                                                  people from agencies to talk about our brand – they are highly                    revolutionary and helps reveal luminous skin. My other
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and blogger Alice Kirby                             • Bolster quiet days
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     I recently bought a lippy from a new beauty shop that I’d not seen before. I
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Your best friend                                                                                                                                                                                  their business. Tell us about this trend?                           How significant is the link between gut health                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             quintessentially Melbournian brand. Uspa is
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              What motto do you live by?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             didn’t spend a fortune, yet the owner who served me popped a pretty gift box
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BREAK RULES AND REINVENT
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     trained, licensed skin care therapists and I truly believe the future             wonderful find is the Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • Build a client following for a new therapist                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and glowing beauty?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        cruelty free.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     is about that expertise.”                                                         Foundation – it’s revolutionised my life. It’s a stick foundation      “Be uncomfortable in life and when it comes to business – always                                                                             navigates the pros and cons of                                                                                                            of perfume minis into the bag with her card. You’ve guessed! for the next week       Introduce a friend schemes are salon discounts                                                                                                                                                    “Over the past few years, the topic of digestive health has gone
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            mainstream, with both consumers and therapists being more           “If you have a skin problem, you have a gut problem, the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               THE WORLD, DON’T                                                      The market has been disrupted by influencers –
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       that you blend with a brush. I am quite clumsy but now I can
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       finally look put together.”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              act one level up and take responsibility. I always say to my team
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              “just do it, don’t ask me.” Ask for forgiveness versus permission.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    cutting costs.                                BUT USE THEM WRONGLY AND YOU CAN
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     I tried a new perfume every day. Needless to say, I was hooked on one and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     went back to purchase. We all love freebies.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          which work well. You may think they are old-hat,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          but word-of-mouth is still very effective. Why?                                                                                                                                                   aware of its important function and power. It’s an exciting step    digestive system is the core of overall health and wellbeing with
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              FOLLOW – INNOVATE.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               THE FUTURE OF
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Reduce profitability long term                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          in the right direction, as digestive health really is incredibly    the gut, skin-brain axis being at its core. From linking parts of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           “Home treatments are a great way to maintain
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     what do you see as the next trend?                                                                                                                       I believe you need to go out there and experiment, break rules                                                                                                                                                                                                                             A gift with each purchase enhances the value of the service in a client’s        Because most of us feel bombarded with incessant
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        your skin, but skin conditions change over time,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          LET’S FACE IT as the beauty industry booms              • Damage your salon brand                                                          mind. It’s a useful way of using a product that isn’t moving although it doesn’t     advertising and overwhelmed by choice. A personal                                                                                                                                                 important for overall health and wellbeing.”                        our nervous system right through to the connection of emotional,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     “I think it’s a return to people with expertise. I predict that                                                                                          and reinvent the world, don’t follow – innovate.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         and just like how we pay regular visits to the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     expertise will be more of a theme in years to come and people                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        and the competition builds, it’s often easy to look     • Create a discount culture as clients wait for sales                              have to be a retail product. Try offering a:                                         recommendation cuts through this sales’ noise and                                                                                                                                                                                                                     cognitive, and intestinal functions, the gut brain axis, and within

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         QUICK TIPS ON HOW TO BOOST                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               • Encourage price-driven coupon clippers                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  What have you learnt about gut health during                        that the health of microbiota can have direct impact on your                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            hairdresser, our own skin should be taken care of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            What are the challenges of your job?                                     with true credentials.”                                                                                                                                  With such a high pressured role, tell us your                                                                                               for ways to build business and I’m often asked                                                                                                 • moisturiser with every facial                                                  gives us the confidence to ‘give the salon a try.’ It’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         YOUR BUSINESS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Dent customer confidence                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                your studies?                                                       body, your skin and your mood; with many believing that gut                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             with a similar to higher frequency,” she said.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            “I’m excited by the possibilities of my role. I am a natural born                                                                                                                                                                 favourite pampering treatment.                                                                                                              whether salons should offer discounts when                                                                                                     • complimentary file and polish with a pedicure                                  simple, inexpensive marketing and absolutely the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Years of industry knowledge and a firm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         • You need to win in services because the more that                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lower loyalty                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           “Hippocrates said it best over 2,000 years ago that good            health and its restoration being one of the most important goals
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            optimist so while it’s true to say that it is always difficult going     How do you stay ahead of the ever changing                                                                                                               “Definitely facials because they rebirth me. For a rejuvenation                                                                             marketing. The short answer is ‘sometimes’; I                                                                                                  • salon gift card                                                                right time to use a discount. So dust down those
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        understanding of the current trends and influences
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           people’s work is becoming a digital platform then people                                                                                                                                                                                                               • Slash average services invoice value                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    health begins in the gut. Healthy gut flora optimises our           of the 21st Century.”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            to battle, I don’t feel that. My husband says it’s tough because he      beauty industry trends?                                                                                                                                  and getaway I love Ananda Spa in the Himalayas. I truly believe                                                                             certainly don’t agree with the notion that you                                                                                                 Give your suppliers a call to ask how they can help you with samples, special    cards from behind reception and start handing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        in the beauty realm led Shelley to recently revamp
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           will strive for a human connection                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               digestive system providing a variety of functions including;
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            never sees me but that keeps my marriage intact (laughs). I thrive       “We have a lot of people inhouse tracking what they think will                                                                                           that the power of the mind is so important to help you to                                                                                   should never discount. The secret is in knowing                                                                                            prices and freebies. Again, the knack to making it profitable is tight terms and     them out.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            on creating new business models and what I love is creating              be the next biggest wave in beauty and as a company we want to                      • Ecommerce is going to grow because people want                     reconnect with your inner core. The mind makes reality – it’s all                                                                           when and how to give specials, discounts and deals.                                                                                        conditions and always including an expiry date to add that sense of urgency.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            nutrient absorption and assimilation of vitamins and minerals,      How can salons integrate this trend into their                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          the spa’s treatment menu and introduce two new

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            organisations that are unique – we live in a moment in time              ride them first and make them happen ahead of the industry. I’m                       to shop in a convenient way. Find out what you want                about connection.”                                                                                                                                                                                The two audiences                                                                                                                                                         Never say never                                                                                                       Get ready to glow with these beauty boosters …                              hormonal signalling and breaking down and rebuilding                own business?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           skincare partners - the UK’s Linda Meredith and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        local brand Uspa.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            where anything is possible. In my role I love authentic brands           a big believer in identifying waves early.”                                           to specialise in and consider how you can tackle this                                                                                                                                                          Handle with care                                      There are two distinct target audiences when using discounting as a marketing        Seasonal promotions                                                                  Discounts and deals do have a place in growing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            hormones, helping to prevent colds, flus, yeast infections and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            decreasing inflammation.”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                “If the beauty industry is to remain relevant and innovative,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                and meet client demands, it’s imperative that they invest in                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Shelley said both brands were perfectly aligned
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and I am happy to nurture these.”                                                                                                                              growing market                                                     What do you love most about the beauty                                                                                                      I know. It’s tempting to panic when the salon         strategy – potential new clients and your loyal client base – and each benefit       Research shows consumers believe that discounted items/services do not               your salon, but use them with caution and always
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Bestow Beauty Plus Oil - Professional Beauty Solutions 1800 625 387                                                                         education to better understand the importance of inner health                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           with the expectations of the hotel’s high profile
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Tell us how you identify the next big thing…                                        • Be seen and heard as a salon and a brand. This means               industry?                                                                                                                                   is quiet and your competitors are discounting         from a different approach. Let’s start with attracting new clients.                  function as well as those at full price. So always give a rationale for your offer   think about how you can add value before reducing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Share with us your best piece of business                                “It’s tough and requires a lot of skill – we look at a lot of                         that you need to be on social media. Companies need                “I love its creativity, innovation and that fact that it makes an                                                                           everything – including their granny. It can                                                                                                otherwise it looks like you’re desperate for business. Valentine’s, Mother’s         your prices. n                                                                                                       The Beauty Chef Collagen Inner Beauty Boost - The Beauty Chef 02 9363 1648   How can skincare clinics incorporate this into                      and wellbeing. As clients are becoming more educated about                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              clientele and the new menu reflected an emphasis
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            advice…                                                                  indicators such as health care, popular culture, bio technology                       to be active and drive customers to their salon through            impact on people’s lives.”                                                                                                                  sometimes feel like discount promotions are the       THE NEW CLIENT:                                                                      Day, Christmas and New Year are the big ones, but it could be your salon’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Amperna Probiotic + DS Repair Complex – Amperna info@amperna.com          their offerings?                                                    holistic health it’s important that the industry stay informed and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      on achieving beautiful skin using natural and
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            “Always take risks, be bold, be uncomfortable and push yourself –        and also some industries that are totally unrelated. We have                          special deals and exposure – just watching this wave is                                                                                                                                                        only marketing route left to you. But they are not.   The best 1st visit offer                                                             anniversary, a client’s birthday or an event happening locally that you want                             Alice Kirby is the founder of                                                                        Synergie Skin Dermiotic Pre Serum Elixir - Synergie Skin 1300 689 619
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              If you weren’t in the beauty space what would we                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              sense that clinics would need to consult and understand their       for clients to takeaway and use at home. Invest in education for                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            “From haute oxygen facials to coco body
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            it’s the only way you can grow. If everything is comfortable then        quite a few members in our team that have been doing that for                         not going to help, I would encourage business to be a                                                                                                                                                              In most cases discounts are merely a short-term   If you want to persuade your hottest competitor’s clients to give you a try          to celebrate.                                                                                            Lockhart Meyer Salon Marketing a                                                                               Regul8 Stress Relief Relax - Regul8 02 8424 6688
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              find you doing?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               clients’ overall health and lifestyle choices if they want to       your therapists.” n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     cocoons, the new spa menu offers an indulgent
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            it’s boring and uninteresting.”                                          many years and I am proud to say that we get it right.”                               part of it.                                                                                                                                                                                                    fix. They create a reassuring spike in appointments   you probably need to incentivise them with either a percentage or money off                                                                                                                   specialist hair & beauty marketing                                                                         Skin Juice Nurturing Body Oil - Skin Juice 02 4960 8980
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              “I’d be in India – at a yoga retreat.” n                                                                                                    but can damage your brand and rip a large hole in     discount. But which is best?                                                         Pre-launch specials                                                                                      agency and the blogger behind
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          profits. However, there are times when they are a     Money off discount: Potential clients know immediately what they are saving,         Just invested in the latest equipment, have a new team member on board                                   #GrowYourSalon. Visit her blog
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          useful marketing tool.                                but it can be awkward for salons with a wide range of treatments as it’s difficult   or launching an innovative service? Use a pre-launch offer to get bookings.                              www.lockhart-meyer.co.uk/blog
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