The 2025 Autumn Budget didn’t include any big surprises for the hair and beauty sector, but the changes it did introduce will shape how salons and self-employed stylists manage their finances over the next few years. Overall, the Budget brings higher operating costs, slightly easier business rates, and very little direct support for the industry. ...

Suffering from hair loss can seriously knock down your confidence. Long, thick, and luscious hair is an incredibly feminine attribute, and as a woman having thin hair can often bring on feelings of insecurity. Similarly, while some men rock the bald look, others are embarrassed by their receding hairline. It’s important to remember that thinning ...

Finding the best products on the market can often feel like a minefield, especially when so many options exist. Choosing a product which performs well and will leave your client's hair looking catwalk ready can be challenging. As a responsible salon, you may also wish to consider a product's impact on the environment and look for a more sustainable ...

The busiest season for parties and events is on the horizon, leading to many salons up and down the UK bracing themselves for the demanding season. From entirely new styles to re-inventing the bob, simple but beautiful hair is vital throughout this period. As the leading provider of UK salon supplies, we explore ways to style your clients' hair to ...

When it comes to men's styling products, the options are bountiful - notable among these are hair wax and hair gel. To nail that suave look every time, we always recommend wax, considering its substantial styling benefits and stronger lean towards environmental friendliness. As a reliable provider of eco-salon supplies, we'll dive into the ...

2024 is in full swing, and many of us are embracing the fresh beginning and transformative changes. Do you have your personal care checklist yet ready to tackle 2024? Well, if not, it’s not too late! As you’re creating your list of things to focus on this year, consider implementing resolutions for improving hair care. Often an overlooked part ...

  It’s been another wonderful year for us at Salon Business Solutions, and we’re overjoyed to announce that we are proud winners and finalists of several prestigious awards. This would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our fantastic team, and of course our wonderful community of salon owners and industry ...

Exciting news for eco-friendly salon owners! The Green Salon Collective and Original & Mineral have teamed up to make salons more sustainable. This is a great initiative towards creating a greener industry and helping the planet, and here at SBS, we couldn’t be more thrilled. From now on, salons that choose to recycle O&M colour tubes ...

Healthy hair starts at the salon, and that’s exactly where O&M’s CØR.restore range goes to work. More than just another bond builder, it’s redefining how stylists protect and perfect both damaged and colour-treated hair. Stylists can start with professional only Part 1 ...

The campaign was launched in 2014 to raise awareness of the benefits the vegan lifestyle offers. Combining the name January and the plant-based diet, many people worldwide participate in this annual tradition to help reduce their impact on the planet. Although most participants will concentrate on changing their diet to eliminate animal products, ...