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A barber takes a minute to style his clients hair, cutting confidently knowing he can count on liability insurance.

Legal & Risk Management for Beauty Professionals

Why Barbers Need Liability Insurance More Than Ever

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Every time a client enters your barber shop, there is a risk of accidents or mistakes exposing you to lawsuits and legal repercussions. Investing in barber liability insurance can protect you from the fallout that follows these unfortunate

A makeup artist applies makeup to her client's face during an MUA trial.

Beauty Continuing Education & Certifications, Starting & Growing a Beauty Business

How Much Can I Really Make as a Makeup Artist?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Life as a makeup artist can be pretty beneficial. From flexing your creative muscles to helping people look your best, there’s a lot to love about a career in makeup. As a bonus, you can make good money

A nail tech works on her client's nails in her salon suite she rents as an independent contractor.

Legal & Risk Management for Beauty Professionals, Spotlight

What is AB 504 and How Does it Impact Nail Techs?

For decades, working as an independent contractor has been a valid way for nail techs to experience the freedom to build the career of their dreams their way. With the “AB 5” law forcing nail techs to be classified as employees of the salon where they work, that freedom is in jeopardy.

A client gets her eyebrows refreshed by her go-to microblading artist.

Beauty Continuing Education & Certifications, Uncategorized

Microblading Risks and How To Stay Safe

Microblading is a hot path in the beauty biz–but it comes with risks. The key to success? Knowing how to avoid risks & deliver stunning client results.

An esthetician performs microneedling on her male client's face.

Beauty Continuing Education & Certifications

Microneedling Certification Guide

Curious about microneedling? This tell-all blog gives you the inside scoop on the procedure, the process, certification, and how it can change your beauty business forever.

Spotlight

Meet Scalp Rejuvenation Therapist, Hairstylist, & Entrepreneur: Chyna Diggs

Meet hairstylist, scalp rejuvenation therapist, & entrepreneur: Chyna Diggs, our latest interviewee in our black beauty pro Q&A features in honor of Black History Month.

Spotlight

Meet Medical Nail Tech, Pedicure Specialist, Educator, & Advocate: Kendra Ellison

Meet Kendra Ellison | Medical Nail Tech, Pedicure Specialist, Educator, & Advocate

A close-up of a person’s smooth, bare leg resting on a soft white towel with scattered red rose petals. A hand is holding a bowl of golden honey-like wax with a wooden applicator, preparing to apply the wax for a hair removal treatment.

Business Management & Operations For Beauty Professionals

Waxing Consent Form: Safety and Clarity for Clients

POV: A client enters your salon or spa, excited for their waxing appointment. A few hours later, they call you about a skin reaction they didn’t expect. Without a clear waxing consent form, you might find yourself in a tough