Lacey Jackson 
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’re choosing all-in-one software for a medspa, salon, or wellness business, Boulevard and Mindbody are the top options but they serve different needs. Both platforms handle payments, booking, and marketing, but the way they implement these features differs depending on your business type. Mindbody, for example, excels for fitness and class-based businesses, like yoga … Read more
Booker and Boulevard are both booking and management platforms specifically tailored to spas and salons, but they come from very different generations of software. Booker has been around for years and now sits under the same parent company as Mindbody, while Boulevard was built much more recently to address many of the usability and workflow … Read more
Mindbody has a lot to offer, particularly when it comes to managing classes, which makes it a great option for fitness companies. That said, there are plenty of reasons why you might need something else, particularly given the staffing or services you offer. Why You Might Need Mindbody Alternatives One of the biggest drives behind … Read more
Why use a Changelog Before we dive into the details, let’s take a step back and remember the purpose of a changelog. A changelog allows users to see an up-to-date list of significant changes or updates they may require insight into.You can also gather feedback on an item listed in the changelog to determine whether … Read more
Zenoti is a platform best fit for international operations like those spas or health centers with locations in different locations/countries in need of a single platform for managing them all. There is a lot of potential with this particular platform and a lot of things to like about their availability, accessibility, languages, and internal reports. … Read more
Your team has spent months perfecting a new product or upgrade. The day of go-live arrives and everyone’s ready. You craft clear communications to inform customers about the product, share updates, announce upcoming features, and provide marketing news. Everything’s set. You press go, and then… silence. No feedback. No responses. You’re left wondering: Is something … Read more
Booker was created to be the Mindbody for spas and salons (that’s the well-known platform used by the fitness industry to manage business operations). And while it certainly has all the things a spa or salon needs to manage day-to-day operations, it’s possible that it still might not be a great fit for your business. … Read more
Boulevard and Zenoti are both powerful salon and spa software platforms, but they serve slightly different types of businesses. Boulevard is a strong fit for US-based salons and spas that want an all-in-one system with a modern interface, integrated POS, built-in marketing, ecommerce, and inventory support. It is especially appealing for growing businesses that want … Read more
I have worked with a ton of booking platforms and client management software over the years. And Boulevard has been my go-to platform for robust service. However, GlossGenius has recently piqued my attention as a decent alternative. Both platforms let you build a good client experience with online booking, forms and waivers, and client management. … Read more
Boulevard is an all-in-one spa and salon software that was built by insiders. And it shows. We took it for a spin, went through their demo accounts, and had a chance to explore what they had to offer. Founded by those who worked in salons and dealt with real-world frustrations like poor user experience, platforms … Read more
So if you are trying to offer payment plans to your customers for pricier services, send batch marketing messages or updates, or incorporate things like deposit requirements, it’s important to know which medical spa software is best, without compromising cost or HIPAA compliance. I will compare Boulevard, Zenoti, Mangomint, Vagaro, and Pabau to see which … Read more
When I worked in a salon, scheduling software was always a pain. Some clients complained that one platform was too confusing, while others had issues booking on a different one. Everyone seemed to have a preference based on their age or needs, and on the internal side, it wasn’t much better. That said, I’ve had … Read more
Figuring out the right point-of-sale (POS) system for your salon can be hard. There are dozens of options out there, and a lot of them look nearly identical at first glance, until you start digging into the features, add-ons, and fees. So, what are the best salon POS systems for different teams sizes and business … Read more
Mangomint has a lot of potential for spa and salon owners. There are so many things to like about it, particularly the quick customer service response and all of the extra features that you get, even with lower tiers of service. Unfortunately, they missed out on some key features that can leave clients disappointed. So, … Read more