Compliance Checklist for Med Spas in Ontario: 2026 Edition

A med spa can look polished, be fully booked, and operate in a clinically advanced manner, while still carrying compliance gaps beneath the surface. That is why an Ontario med spa compliance checklist belongs on the agenda in 2026. As clinics expand their treatment mix, bring in more providers, and handle larger volumes of clinical … Continued

Why Self-Belief is a Business Strategy

At this year’s Salon Owners’ Summit, Phorest invited Katie Piper to deliver our closing keynote for a reason. The salon, spa, and clinic industry is powered largely by women – approximately 85% to 93%, according to the National Hair and Beauty Foundation. It is built on resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to adapt under … Continued

Celebrating a Decade of Inspiration: A Recap of The 10th Salon Owner’s Summit

This year marked a major milestone for Phorest: the 10th Salon Owners’ Summit, a full decade of connecting salon, spa, and clinic owners with insights and innovation. From the opening keynote to the closing remarks, the atmosphere was electric – filled with laughter, learning, and a sense of shared ambition. Attendees left buzzing with ideas, … Continued

What Quality Assurance Really Means for Your Spa, Medspa, and Salon Software

A peek behind the curtain: how rigorous testing ensures reliability, data safety, and smooth day-to-day operations for busy salons, spas, and clinics. “In a salon, clinic, or spa, confidence begins in the mirror — but it’s sustained by the systems you can trust behind the scenes.” The usual rhythm of a busy salon, spa, or … Continued

Celebrating 10 Years of the Phorest Client Experience Awards

What started as a simple idea has become a global celebration. The Phorest Client Experience Awards recognises the salons, spas, and clinics that go above and beyond to deliver exceptional client care. And as we mark the 10th anniversary of the awards, we are looking back at the journey from the perspective of Shauna Grace, … Continued

Why Salons, Spas, and Clinics Are Upgrading to Smarter, More Intuitive Systems

If there’s one thing every salon, clinic, and spa owner can agree on, it’s this: there are never enough hours in the day. Between juggling schedules, keeping staff happy, and making sure clients leave smiling, “busy” can sometimes feel like a permanent state of being. But here’s the truth… being busy doesn’t have to mean … Continued

How Smart Salons, Spas, and Clinics Use Data to Unlock Hidden Growth

Did you know that businesses that actively track their goals and act on that data can hit their goals 96% of the time? No, it’s not magic. It’s just math.  Running a successful business has always relied on instinct. You’ve learned to read your clients, sense when to launch a promotion, and know when your … Continued

The Secret to Scalable Salon, Spa, and Clinic Growth – Motivating Your Team to Succeed

Ambitious salons, spas, and clinics across North America are scaling fast: expanding teams, opening new locations, and introducing premium, in-demand services. However, we know this much is true: sustainable growth doesn’t just come from new revenue streams. It comes from the people who power them. When your team is motivated, supported, and growing alongside the … Continued

Building a Loyal Client Base with Smart Salon, Spa, and Clinic Technology

Loyalty looks different in 2025. In fact, 82% of consumers say that personalized experiences influence their loyalty to a brand. That’s not just a nice-to-know – it’s a loud and clear message for salons, spas, and clinics aiming to build long-term client relationships. Loyalty isn’t built at the front desk anymore. Instead, it’s built in … Continued