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Willow is Back! Talking All Things E-Files With Willow
For many nail techs out there, e-files have something of a bad reputation. Uncomfortable vibrations, worries over nail damage and confusion around which bits to use can all be off putting even for trained professionals. For this reason, many stick to...
The Best Salon Tanning Products for Summer 2026
One thing we know for sure is that glowing skin never goes out of style. With summer in full swing, clients are lining up for that golden, just-back-from-holiday glow.
Whether you’re running a busy salon or offering luxury tans in the comfort of your...
2025 Nail Trends Everyone Is Obsessing Over!
Ready to give your clients the freshest, most in-demand nail looks of the year? We’ve gathered 2025’s most viral nail trends to help you stay ahead of the curve.
Think dreamy textures, soothing hues, and designs that will have your clients swooning...
Salon Design Of The Month: Blend Hair
We’re back with another feature in our Salon Design of the Month series where creativity meets practicality, and standout salon spaces take center stage. Each month, we dive into the stories behind the salons that are turning heads and setting trends...
Our Guide to Using Redken Shades EQ Gloss in YOUR Salon
Loved by It-List colourists worldwide for its A-list results, Redken Shades EQ is the original iconic demi-permanent liquid gloss. Formulated with Wheat Amino Acids Shades EQ’s acidic formula helps deliver mirror-like glossy shine and is perfect to gloss...
At Salons Direct, we know that no two salons are the same , every space, every stylist, every client experience is totally unique.
That’s why we love working on projects where we can help bring someone’s vision to life, especially when it’s a space that...
Professional waxing essentials you need in 2025!
When offering hair removal treatments in your salon, you need to make sure your clients are as comfortable and as happy as possible. While a big part of this comes down to the service you offer, having the best products at your fingertips also certainly...
How to Choose the Right Hairdressing Scissors: A Guide for Stylists
Whether you’re just starting your career as a hairstylist or you’ve been cutting professionally for years, choosing the right pair of hairdressing scissors is one of the most important...
Introducing the SumUp Air!
Between cutting, colouring, chatting, and making clients feel fabulous, the last thing any of us want to stress about is how to take payments. But it is obviously how we make ends meet!
That’s where the SumUp Air swoops in like the superhero of small...