17 Salons Who Transformed Their Space into a Unique Destination

Since the concept of the “experience economy” first entered our vernacular, there has been no looking back. The pandemic may have briefly stalled in-person experiences, but experts predict that this shift from valuing commodities to experiences is not only here to stay, but will be stronger than ever. In response, salons are dialling up the … Continued

Inflation, the Experience Economy & New Data Insights to Keep Your Clients Coming Back

With inflation rates reaching record levels, many businesses will be dealing with a more price-conscious customer. In the United States, inflation is at the highest level since 1982, while the Euro-Zone saw a 7.5% rate in March, with experts predicting that it still has more to climb.  In fact, you may even be thinking of … Continued

Phorest Stories: Meet Christian & Julie

This year we are shining a light on the profound impact that hair and beauty professionals can have on people’s lives with a week of celebration and storytelling. From the 1st of November to the 7th of November, for Salon Appreciation Week, Phorest will be sharing stories from both clients and staff that encapsulate what … Continued

Embrace Salon Sustainability with Custom Fees & Green Salon Collective

The salon industry has a lot to be proud of. Phorest has always been in awe of it. The energy. The camaraderie. The creativity. Over the pandemic, salons have demonstrated incredible resilience and adaptability.  We were also reminded of what a vital role salons play in the community and how truly valued a trip to … Continued

Celebrate Your Success: The 2021 Client Experience Award is Here!

Running a successful salon or spa business involves way more than just providing a service. In our years of getting to know you, Phorest understands that creating an excellent customer experience is an art. From forming personal connections with guests to keeping your environment clean and inviting, so many factors make up the total package. … Continued

Retain & Reward Your Team With Phorest’s Staff Goals Feature

As lockdown measures in many regions have eased, a new challenge emerged for salon owners: widespread staff shortages. Retention and recruitment are inextricably linked. This makes growing and developing your current staff more important than ever. Phorest Salon Software has developed a new mobile solution to help. Staff Goals is designed to empower salon staff … Continued