
The Beauty Pro Book Club: 4 Reads to Inspire Growth and Success
Four publications for beauty industry professionals to enhance their leadership skills, financial awareness, professional growth, and joy!
As the weather gets chillier, your clients will want to cover their heads with something cozy. Help them feel snug and stylish with these winter hats.


Every item from DeRoucheau Handmade Knits is original and carefully handcrafted with lots of love. This chunky cable knit hat is a cozy, warm winter accessory made from a soft blend of lambswool and acrylic yarn. Hats can be ordered in 23 color options.


Squasht Boutique’s reversible handmade hats are available in a variety of colors and sizes. The Darby hats are made from fine imported fabrics, such as Italian wool, and lined with minky fleece to keep your ears warm on cold days.

STIK offers high-quality knitwear made by a team of over 30 knitters. Each item is crafted from hand-dyed Peruvian merino wool, alpaca, or cashmere. Available in a variety of colors, these beanies feature soft, fluffy pompoms made from real, ethically sourced fur that will stay dry even in wet weather.

Bella Wynn Boutique features a wide range of contemporary women’s apparel and accessories, including fashionable winter beanies. The waffle knit slouch beanie is made from 100% acrylic materials and is available in mocha and oatmeal colors.

SWAKCouture offers unique, hand-crafted accessories made from high-quality materials — from hats, scarves, and gloves to bridal accessories and jewelry. Each piece is artfully designed and incorporates materials such as lambswool, cashmere, Turkish cotton yarns, and silks. These hats are hand-crocheted from alpaca wool or acrylic yarn.

Four publications for beauty industry professionals to enhance their leadership skills, financial awareness, professional growth, and joy!

The most successful salon suites balance personality, function, and comfort. Megan Communale of My Salon Suite shares her best advice for designing a space that supports your business goals and leaves a lasting impression on every guest.

Square data shows that regular customers tip 11% higher and are shared across 32% of businesses in the same ZIP code, driving thousands of dollars in additional revenue per connection.

When Bowie Lau and Jeffrey Ching opened JBW Jeffrey Ching Salon in 2011, they weren’t just launching another luxury hair destination—they were building a business rooted in passion, artistry, and thoughtful growth.
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Inside the Systems That Power an Elevated Salon Experience From seamless online booking to a team-first culture, J Gold Salon in Atlanta offers more than great hair—it delivers consistent, high-touch service with the help of partners like Boulevard and American Express.
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Want to grow your career as a beauty professional? K18 Sales Manager Sabrina Sanborn shares advice on networking, mentorship, and self-advocacy—from attending hair shows to finding the right guidance to reach your goals.

A combination of clear policies, effective communication, and strong client relationships has helped me create a more reliable and efficient booking system.

Founded by Cleveland serial entrepreneur Shaura Rodgers, Nailtorious has grown to include a nail supply megastore, training facilities, and retail line for nail techs.

This period after the holidays can bring on a huge lull for hairstylists. We asked Cosmo Prof's team of professionals to offer their best advice on how to deal with the January-February slow period.

Key highlights include a push toward inclusive spaces for all abilities, an emphasis on maximizing livable square footage, and a continued love for modern farmhouse exteriors.

The busy holiday season is here, and with it comes jam-packed days, last-minute client requests and booming retail sales. For many salon owners, the highlight of the season is Small Business Saturday® (SBS). This year on Saturday, November 30, consumers can take their shopping into the small businesses in their communities.
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Want to become savvy about your personal finances, but don't quite know where to start? Anna Manukyan identifies six important concepts for building a strong financial foundation.

Salon owner Nuri Yurt had a dream of owning a salon on New York City’s Madison Avenue. "Through perseverance, hard work and stellar customer service, he and partner John Kaygisiz founded Toka Salon in 2007.
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This guide is your one-stop shop for a plethora of technology tools, software and services created to keep your salon or spa thriving.

Anna Manukyan shares a breakdown of what different types of financial accounts should be used for.

Vagaro has consistently been at the forefront of salon software technology, helping businesses be more efficient, create more effective communication, and even improve company culture. Now, Connect by Vagaro, the platform’s two-way communication capability, and Vagaro’s new generative AI tools are giving owners new opportunities to grow and expand.
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Young Nails' Greg, Habib, and Tracey discuss whether getting too close to clients can damage your business.