Lacey Jackson 
Having a central location for online booking is essential for salons. As an independent or small, scaling business, you might be able to get away with multiple online systems to manage things like inventory, if you have it, POS, and marketing, but these are all secondary to being able to secure your online bookings. So … Read more
If you’re running a small business spa, the software you need most will typically provide several services in one location with options for third-party integration or custom features. In my opinion, the best features include forms (particularly for medical spas), online bookings, payment processing, and client management. So I looked into the best small business … Read more
What do salons and spas have in common? Turns out quite a lot. They primarily operate on a pre-booked schedule. They rely heavily on specialized software. They need to maintain detailed client records. I used to think StyleSeat was the go-to booking and calendar management software solution to solve all these problems because of their … Read more
As a spa or salon, you have several options for booking platforms, but you have equally high options for other aspects of managing your business, like POS, ecommerce, marketing, and so forth. So where do you even start? Let’s look at Square, a highly competitive option in terms of price used by a lot of … Read more
Today I’m reviewing Booksy vs. Boulevard, based on professional needs, size, and preferences. Both Booksy and Boulevard are subscription-based services that offer things like appointment reminders, marketing messages, and, in some cases, comprehensive front desk features, communication tools, and report generation. I’m going to compare Booksy vs Boulevard for businesses considering some of top business … Read more
If you have struggled with things like clunky layouts, limited marketing tools, or other issues with Fresha, there are a lot of alternatives that can be a better fit for your business. Finding the right one for you can be a challenge, so I’ve broken down some of the top Fresha Alternatives for you here! … Read more
Almost every stylist and salon owner I’ve ever met started with Square. They went from managing a few people by themselves via text or email and then realized they were experiencing growth and needed some support. But at some point, all of them realized that they had outgrown the support from Square and looked elsewhere, … Read more
Mangomint is a salon and spa management software that focuses on online booking, appointments, client management, and marketing automation. It has tools to help you manage your staff and inventory, with report generation too. But does it really meet expectations? I decided to find out when my salon made the switch. Learn everything you need … Read more
Booksy is an easy-to-use platform for anyone who wants inexpensive booking reminders, quick text options with clients, and a profile on a third-party marketplace. But if you’ve ever used Booksy, you’ve probably run into a lot of issues like bad customer service, inflexible features, and problems with the app in general. So I’m going to … Read more
Choosing the right salon management software can feel a lot like picking a new stylist. There’s a lot of promise upfront, but the real difference is in the experience. If you’re a busy salon owner, spa manager, or stylist, you already know that not all platforms are created equal, which is why I want to … Read more
Figuring out the right barbershop software can be frustrating. There are so many options out there, with features that feel similar enough that you don’t really notice the difference… at least not until you realize you’re missing something you need. I’ve tried a lot of software, ranging from simple booking software to more comprehensive business … Read more
GlossGenius is an all-in-one booking solution. The software is mainly designed for processing payments and bookings for beauty and wellness professionals, and while it says all-in-one, there’s never one true “one size fits all” software that works for every business. GlossGenius might be missing some features that your business needs. If so, I have some … Read more
Fresha is software for salons and spas, with simple, flexible booking options. Boulevard is an all-in-one tool: Scheduling, POS, marketing, inventory, reporting, and more. It is suitable for med spas, salons, nail salons, barbershops, and other scaling businesses. If you’re trying to choose between them, you might already be knee-deep in feature lists and pricing … Read more
Phorest is a great med spa software for those in the UK, Ireland, or US looking to streamline appointment setting and business growth. They have a lot of wonderful features that are geared more toward med spas, including HIPAA compliance and video consultation offerings. So, as a salon, you might be looking for something a … Read more
Being able to grow and scale your business is essential for all salons and there are many ways that this can be achieved. You have so many options to choose from when it comes to a marketing tool for 2025 but to me the best options are those that give you more flexible solutions to … Read more
If you are looking for an all-in-one medspa, wellness, or salon software option, chances are two names have come up: Boulevard or Mindbody. Both platforms give you similar options for payments, booking, and marketing, but while they might have the same offerings, these offerings look very different side by side. So how do they compare? … Read more