10 Best Practices for Nail Techs to Ensure Health & Safety
Health & Safety – Keeping tools sanitized and following hygiene rules is crucial but costly. Hygiene is everything in the nail industry! Here are ten essential strategies to ensure top-quality health and safety without breaking the bank. Invest in Quality Sanitizing Equipment Autoclaves and UV sterilizers are worth the investment—they kill bacteria and extend tool […]
How Nail Technicians Can Boost Profits and Manage High Product Costs
Expensive Nail Products – Good-quality products cost a lot, affecting profits. Running a nail business in South Africa can be costly, especially when investing in high-quality products. But that doesn’t mean you have to compromise on quality or profits. Here’s how you can manage product costs while still delivering top-tier service. Buy in Bulk & […]
How Beauty Therapists Can Juggle it All! Successful multi-tasking
Balancing Roles – You must do marketing, bookings, and admin while still treating clients. Running a beauty business means wearing many hats – therapist, marketer, and admin all in one! Here’s how successful businesses balance it all without burnout. Automate Your Bookings Use booking apps like PrettyFast to fill your empty spots with more clients, […]
7 Proven Strategies to Keep Clients Coming Back to Your Beauty Business
Client Retention: How to Keep Clients Coming Back to Your Beauty Salon Client retention is a major challenge for beauty therapists, as many clients like to try different providers. However, with the right strategies, you can turn one-time visitors into loyal customers. Here are seven effective ways to boost client retention: 1. Offer a Loyalty […]
How Beauty Therapists Can Stay Ahead Without Breaking the Bank
Keeping Up with Trends – New techniques and treatments need training, which costs money. The beauty industry is always evolving, and as a beauty therapist in South Africa, keeping up with the latest trends is essential. But training and new equipment can be expensive! Here are some cost-effective ways to stay ahead without stretching your […]
How Barbers Can Overcome Funding Challenges
Access to Funding – Getting financial support or business loans is difficult. Many barbers struggle to get funding for their business, but success stories prove it’s possible! Here’s how others overcame this challenge. Start Small & Grow Many successful barbers began with just a few tools, offering mobile services before opening a shop. Keep costs […]
Top 5 Biggest Beauty and Grooming Businesses in South Africa
Competition from Larger Chains – Big franchises attract customers, making it hard for small shops. South Africa has some of the biggest beauty businesses in Africa, and while they may seem like competition, they also offer valuable lessons for barbers looking to grow. Sorbet Sorbet started small but grew into a national beauty franchise. Their […]
Limited Launch Offer: R10 000+ Bonus for Early Birds
PrettyFast is finally here to help you level up your beauty and grooming business — and we’re offering huge rewards to the first 100 service providers who list their services or products with us! Whether you’re a hairstylist, makeup artist, massage therapist, or beauty product retailer, this is the perfect opportunity to get noticed and […]
PrettyFast App is Here! Your One-Stop Beauty Solution is Live on the Apple App Store
Imagine this: you’re looking for a last-minute haircut, a relaxing massage, or the perfect glam look for an event. But instead of scrolling endlessly and hoping for the best, you find trusted professionals nearby with just a few taps. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, it’s now a reality—PrettyFast is officially live on the Apple App Store! […]