AI is transforming the beauty and wellness industry, and the future is about empowering people, not replacing them. Discover how Phorest AI helps salons, spas, and med spas across North America respond faster, personalize every visit, and keep human connection at the heart of the client experience.
Same-store revenue grew just 2% for the second straight year—and new guest visits declined across every segment of the industry. The 2026 Benchmark Report reveals where growth is actually happening, which verticals are pulling ahead, and what the data says about where your business stands right now.
Hair restoration is entering a new era driven by regenerative science. This paper explores how Exosome technology is transforming treatment outcomes by targeting hair loss at a cellular level. Discover why EXOGROW is leading this shift.
Your chairs aren't empty because talent doesn't exist. The hiring playbook most salons use was built for a different industry — and it's costing you $1,300 a week per empty chair. This report shows you what high-growth salons do instead.
Stop Raising Prices. Start Having This Conversation Instead.
If you've never offered hair extensions, this is the quiet revenue raiser sitting right in front of you, and the conversation top stylists are having to unlock it.
If your day-to-day feels like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole, you’re not alone. The hair and beauty industry runs on creativity and connection, but behind the scenes, it runs on systems. When you spread those systems across a few different tools (plus a couple of sticky notes and a prayer), even the best-run salons feel like they’re working twice as hard for the same results.
Limited-edition products like summer hair care kits or holiday skincare bundles create excitement, solve seasonal needs, and drive repeat visits. Now let’s explore why salons thrive when they think seasonally.
Running a profitable salon doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This ebook gives you the strategies to take control of your pricing, understand your costs, and unlock growth with confidence. Discover how parts + labor pricing can help you transform chaos into clarity.
In the salon and spa world, creating a standout client experience isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s what turns first-time visitors into loyal, long-term clients. It’s about the entire journey clients take with you from the moment they book to how they feel walking out the door.
Concerned about how a slowdown could impact your salon? This Vagaro guide shares practical tips to help you maintain steady revenue, strengthen client relationships, and adapt your business model to thrive, even when the economy shifts.