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Cibtac International awarding body for beauty therapy, spa, complementary and teaching qualifications Discover more at http://www.cibtac.com/

The Confederation for International Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (CIBTAC) is the leading awarding body for the highest level international qualifications and continued professional development in the beauty, hair, holistic & spa industries. CIBTAC graduates are in demand by the world's top employers because they are educated to a high level and have practical, relevant experience.

29/04/2026

Last week Dermalogica UK launched their Sharp Standards Guide to Microneedling, created in partnership with BABTAC
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Designed to support practitioners across the UK, the guidelines provide clear, practical guidance to help clinics and aesthetics businesses meet the highest standards of safety, professionalism and best practice.⁠
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A huge thank you to our panel Lesley Blair MBE, Candice Gardner, Alice Hart-Davis, Jennie Hudson, and Gemma Jarvis for an insightful and important discussion, and to Carolyn Harris for hosting us at UK Parliment 🏛️⁠
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And of course, thank you to everyone who joined us - your support in raising standards across our industry means everything 💜⁠
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To find out more or to download the guide: https://www.babtac.com/news/2026/04/405-sharp-standards-guide-launched
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Key dates for May 🗓️ ⁠⁠These might come in handy if you need some inspiration for what to post on social, want to educat...
27/04/2026

Key dates for May 🗓️ ⁠
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These might come in handy if you need some inspiration for what to post on social, want to educate your clients on a particular topic or even run a special offer in salon.⁠ Save for later 📌⁠
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Spotted in the press 🗞️⁠⁠Our CEO and Chair, Lesley Blair Babtac MBE, featured in The Sun commenting on how increased acc...
23/04/2026

Spotted in the press 🗞️⁠
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Our CEO and Chair, Lesley Blair Babtac MBE, featured in The Sun commenting on how increased accessibility is shaping decision-making around cosmetic treatments.⁠
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An important reminder to take a considered approach and prioritise safety, training and professional standards.⁠
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22/04/2026

This Earth Day, we’re shining a light on small steps that can make a big impact 🌍⁠
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We spoke to Tara Moore, Head of Spa Operations at Galgorm Resort Collection and BABTAC Beauty Collective member, who shares five practical, achievable ways salons and spas can become more sustainable.⁠
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With her experience leading sustainability initiatives at Galgorm, winner of the Sustainability Champion Award, Tara offers real, actionable insight into what meaningful change looks like in our industry.⁠
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If you’re looking to make your business more sustainable, this is a great place to start.⁠
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📣 ONE WEEK TO GO 📣⁠⁠There’s just one week left to submit your applications for the Business & Education Categories at th...
16/04/2026

📣 ONE WEEK TO GO 📣⁠
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There’s just one week left to submit your applications for the Business & Education Categories at the BABTAC & CIBTAC Awards 2026 🏆⁠
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Business Categories:⁠
👉 Retail Champion⁠
👉 Employer⁠
👉 Spa Leader⁠
👉 Sustainability Champion (Individual / Small Salon and Large Salon / Spa)⁠
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Education Categories:⁠
👉 CIBTAC Centre⁠
👉 CIBTAC Endorsed Centre⁠
👉 CIBTAC Student⁠
👉 Outstanding Trainer⁠
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This is your opportunity to be recognised at the Beauty Oscars 🌟⁠
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Head to the Awards Hub to enter: https://www.babtac.com/192-2026-application-forms
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15/04/2026

The latest edition of Vitality, Spring Forward, has landed 🌷✨⁠
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From expert insights and industry updates to business advice, regulation guidance and emerging trends - this issue is packed with practical support for beauty professionals at every stage.⁠
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Have you had a chance to flick through yet? 🗞️ 👀⁠
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Success comes from consistency ⁠⁠In beauty, it’s the ongoing commitment to training, standards and best practice that bu...
13/04/2026

Success comes from consistency ⁠
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In beauty, it’s the ongoing commitment to training, standards and best practice that builds real trust.⁠
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10/04/2026

At our BABTAC T.I.M.E event at The Scottish Parliament, our CEO and Chair Lesley Blair Babtac MBE spoke about the importance of meaningful regulation in the beauty industry, reminding us that we must continue to champion excellence, celebrate those upholding high standards, and push for regulation that safeguards both clients and qualified professionals.⁠
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This is how we secure the future of our industry 💜⁠
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Jenny Storey and Kate Berry from The Academy, BABTAC Patrons and members of the BABTAC Beauty Collective, share powerful...
09/04/2026

Jenny Storey and Kate Berry from The Academy, BABTAC Patrons and members of the BABTAC Beauty Collective, share powerful insights on leadership, culture and the difference between managing and truly leading.⁠
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From building confidence in new managers to creating environments where teams feel valued and motivated, their experience is rooted in real-world salon ownership and a genuine passion for raising standards across our sector.⁠
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Head to the latest issue of Vitality to read the full interview and find out more about their new CIBTAC Endorsed Leadership course, and swipe to hear their thoughts 👉⁠
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What do you think makes a great leader? 💬 💜⁠
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From skin health-led treatments to more expressive nail designs and refined hair techniques, clients are looking for res...
08/04/2026

From skin health-led treatments to more expressive nail designs and refined hair techniques, clients are looking for results that are both creative and considered.⁠
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For professionals, it’s about balancing artistry with expertise - and staying ahead of what clients are really asking for.⁠
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Swipe through for the key trends to have on your radar this season ⁠👉⁠
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📣 LAST WEEK TO ENTER 📣⁠⁠This is your final week to enter the BABTAC & CIBTAC Awards 2026 🏆✨⁠⁠Applications for the BABTAC...
02/04/2026

📣 LAST WEEK TO ENTER 📣⁠
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This is your final week to enter the BABTAC & CIBTAC Awards 2026 🏆✨⁠
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Applications for the BABTAC Individual and Salon & Spa categories are closing soon, so if you’ve been thinking about it, now’s the time to take the leap.⁠
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Head to the Awards Hub before entries close: https://www.babtac.com/192-2026-application-forms
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We are excited announce that applications and nominations for the Dermalogica Rising Star Award are now open!⁠ ⭐️⁠⁠This ...
05/03/2026

We are excited announce that applications and nominations for the Dermalogica Rising Star Award are now open!⁠ ⭐️⁠
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This award celebrates the next generation of skin therapists, and is open to all qualified therapists with no more than 5 years experience. The winner will receive the amazing prize of four Mentor Meetups with renowned industry personalities to support their continued development, thank you to Jane Wurwand, Charmaine Cooper, Lesley Blair MBE and Diane Hey 💜⁠
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Entries close on the 31st of May, find out more and enter or nominate here: https://www.babtac.com/192-2026-application-forms
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