Most salon owners know when colour is expensive. They know when bleach prices go up. They notice when a box of foils disappears faster than expected. But peroxide developer? That often slips under the radar. It sits on the colour bar, gets opened, half-used, replaced, borrowed between stylists, reordered “just in case”, and sometimes forgotten […]
There is a certain comfort in a full stockroom. Boxes stacked neatly. Fresh towels ready. Gloves in every size. Plenty of foil. Enough developer to get through a busy week without anyone shouting, “We’re out again!” For salon owners, bulk buying can feel like control. And sometimes, it is. But sometimes that “great deal” is […]
If your hair feels stretchy when wet, rough through the mid-lengths, or snaps far too easily when you brush it, you are not just dealing with a little dryness — you are dealing with damage. So, K18 or Olaplex, which is better? The honest salon answer is this: they are not identical products, and they […]
If your blonde is starting to look yellow, your highlights have gone a bit warm, or your grey hair is losing that clean, expensive-looking brightness, you usually do not need to panic and you definitely do not need to re-colour it straight away. Most of the time, what you need is the right purple shampoo. […]
If you spend enough time in a busy salon, you quickly realise that the products you use matter just as much as the technique. Most stylists have learned this the hard way at some point — a colour that doesn’t develop properly or doesn’t cover grey hair, a bleach that lifts unevenly, or hair that […]
Blonde and balayage services have become year-round favourites in Irish salons. From creamy beige blondes and soft champagne tones to icy platinum, root melts and lived-in balayage, clients are asking for colour that feels polished, modern and easy to maintain. For salon owners, this is more than a trend. Blonde and balayage services can be […]
Product waste is one of the easiest salon costs to overlook. A little extra colour left in the bowl, one more pump of shampoo than needed, a treatment applied too generously, or a retail product that expires on the shelf may not seem like a major loss at the time. But across a busy week, […]
Be Ready to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day: Hair, Makeup, Nails & Even Beard Colouring St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect excuse to go all out with festive style. Whether you’re heading to a parade, meeting friends at your local pub, or just enjoying the Irish spirit, adding a splash […]
February is officially here, and at The Hair and Beauty Company, we are helping you and your clients get ready for the most romantic time of the year. From flawless manicures to sharp barbering finishes, here is everything you need to know for the month ahead. 1. Her Date Night Essentials 🕊️🕯️ Date night isn’t […]
The third Monday of January is often called “Blue Monday” also known as the most difficult day of the year. Between the grey weather and the post holiday slump, it is natural to feel a dip in your energy. However, at The Hair & Beauty Company, we believe there is no better time to pause […]
