WELCOMEIt’s no secret that remaining competitive in business

ESSE LAUNCHES WORLD-FIRST PROBIOTIC TREATMENT TO OPTIMISE RESULTS OF AESTHETIC PROCEDURESThe recent trend has seen more people turning to noninvasive aesthetic procedures such as microneedling, laser resurfacing and deep peels, as they produce quick results. These interventions, while effective, create controlled wounds and have, therefore, promoted the need for pre- and post-treatment care.

NEWSImage from Shutterstock Increased demand for couples’ treatments

BEAUTÉ PACIFIQUE MEDICAL SKIN CARE REVEALS RESULTS OF CLINICAL TRIALS• Source: Professor Peter Bjerring, MD, Dr.Sci. -

ASK THE ExpertsOur beauty industry experts answer questions about every aspect of running a successful salon or spa business.

How to manage the COMPETITIONIf you want to grow market share in your locality, then lean into your competitive advantage to get the edge, writes beauty business expert Liz McKeon

Treading LightlyGreenSpa.Africa ’s Charné le Roux provides invaluable pointers on how to manage your business’ carbon footprint, something that is becoming increasingly necessary in the escalating climate change crisis

ENHANCING IMMUNITY AND ANIMAL THERAPYAll the Buzz in the Wellness World

And then he started beating me with a bundle of oak leaves!Spa consultant Marisa Dimitriadis shares her experiences of two unusual treatments she had during a recent overseas trip

DIVE INTO HYDRATION: DISCOVER THALGO’S SOURCE MARINEAs we step into the cold and dry winter months, it’s important to keep our skin hydrated and strong. This is where Thalgo’s Source Marine comes in - designed specifically to hydrate and nourish, giving the skin a youthful, dewy glow.

The Dry SEASONBecause winter air contains considerably less moisture than summer air, any salon client can end up suffering from dry skin during the cold months. Here are some professional products and treatments that can help to alleviate the situation

CROWNING GLORYTress-a-licious news from the hair front

Facing the FACTSWe asked the experts from Aesthetic Laser Academy to answer all your questions about light-based treatments for ageing skin

DEVICES FOR TREATING AGEING SKINAny aesthetics clinic or salon wanting to invest in a light- or energy-based device should always turn to licensed, reputable suppliers. It’s vital that operators undergo in-depth training with the supplier to ensure effective outcomes and patient safety

Regenerative technology In Skin careServing as a repair system for the body, stem cells have the potential to develop into many different types of cells

IN THE MARKETOur round-up of new products and treatments

Trend spottingNail art looks from overseas

NEWSImage from Shutterstock Dermatologists stress importance of safe

Top red carpet nail looksReport by Joanna Sterkowicz

ASK THE EXPERTSOur experts answer questions around all aspects of the industry

What’s Trending Overseas for the New Season?As South Africa heads into the Winter months, Europe has blossomed into Spring/Summer. Professional Beauty UK’s Kezia Parkins identifies the nail styles likely to trend during this time

All that GlittersMost clients, even if they are not keen on full-on nail art, would not be adverse to a bit of pretty metallic shine or tiny sparkles to enhance their manicures

Winter blossomJust in time for the cooler months, nail artist and salon owner Marianka Van Niekerk has designed this decorative, icy look