Enough Is Enough: When It’s Okay To Fire A Bad Salon Customer

In the professional hair and beauty industry, salons and spas are often seen as sanctuaries of peace and tranquillity where clients visit to sit back, relax, and indulge in a treatment that leaves them feeling great. While this is the case most of the time, occasionally, you may encounter individuals who are disrespectful, demeaning, and … Continued

5 Concrete Ways to ‘End It’ With Salon No-Shows

Sometimes, SMS or email booking reminders just aren’t enough to get a client to show up. And while it might be unattainable to eliminate no-shows completely, there are ways to reduce their frequency and ensure that the majority only occur when there’s a real emergency. Here are some of our top tips on how to … Continued

Unleash Spooktacular Revenue Boosters: Halloween-Themed Promotions and More

Halloween is nearly here, meaning it’s the perfect time for salons to brew up some wickedly good revenue-boosting strategies.  Don’t be afraid to get creative with Halloween-themed promotions, campaigns, and fun services to grab your client’s attention and encourage them to spend money on retail and booking appointments. Hauntingly Good Email & SMS Campaigns Why … Continued

The 5 Questions You Really Need to Ask Before Investing in a Salon App

With the average amount of time people spend on their smartphones increasing every year, giving your clients a salon-branded app keeps your business front-of-mind while also making it easier for smartphone users to book appointments without having to search online.  In fact, with 88% of people spending more of their time browsing mobile apps than … Continued

How to Manage Your Salon’s Online Reputation & Reviews

According to research carried out here at Phorest in 2022, 48% of people now research online before choosing a salon to visit, so it’s clear that having a good online reputation is vital. When it comes to curating an online image for your business, two things are important; the number of reviews you receive and … Continued

Payday Marketing; Your Salon’s Secret Revenue-Booster

When people get paid, they are 11X more likely to go on a shopping trip, making payday one of the best times of the month to ramp up your marketing efforts and encourage clients into your salon, clinic, or spa.  Payday marketing can be especially advantageous during the quieter months of the year. The goal … Continued

5 Ways You Can Use Video Marketing To Promote Your Salon

In recent years, short-form video marketing has exploded in popularity for businesses in almost all industries, with bite-sized videos captivating audiences and offering a unique way for companies to advertise their offerings. Incredibly, in research conducted by Hubspot, it was unveiled that: 91% of businesses use video as a marketing tool 92% of these say … Continued

Creating a Menopause-Friendly Salon Space: Our Top Tips

With many countries across the world experiencing an ageing population, now more than ever it’s important to understand how to service clients who are experiencing the effects of menopause or perimenopause in a respectful and informed manner. As service-based businesses, salons, spas, and clinics, can have a massive impact on how clients feel about their … Continued

The Phorest Ads Manager: What Makes it So Special?

An industry-first innovation and revolutionary marketing tool, the Phorest Ads Manager might just be your new best friend! Say goodbye to the guesswork of social media advertising. Phorest lets you focus on what you do best – running your salon and making your clients look and feel fabulous! The Phorest Ads Manager is the only … Continued