Not sure what a term means before you book? Here's a plain-English guide — from hair and nails to massage, spa, and fitness.
A hand-painted hair colouring technique that creates soft, natural-looking highlights by sweeping colour onto the surface of the hair rather than using foils. Popular for a sun-kissed, low-maintenance look.
A styling service that uses heat, usually a flat iron, to temporarily straighten natural hair into a smooth, silky finish. It's not permanent — hair returns to its natural texture after washing.
A protective braided hairstyle made by sectioning hair into individual "boxes" and braiding extensions into each section. Can last several weeks with proper care.
A maintenance service for people with locs (dreadlocks), where new hair growth at the root is re-twisted to keep the style neat as the locs mature.
A barbering technique where hair is gradually shortened from longer on top to very short or skin-level at the sides and back, creating a smooth blend.
A smoothing chemical treatment that reduces frizz and adds shine by coating the hair in a protein (keratin) layer — results typically last a few months.
A manicure using a gel-based polish that's cured under a UV or LED lamp, giving a glossy finish that resists chipping for two to three weeks longer than regular polish.
Artificial nail extensions made from a liquid-and-powder mix that hardens into a durable shape over natural nails, allowing for length and custom shaping.
A gel-based nail overlay that strengthens and lightly extends natural nails without acrylic — popular for a lower-damage alternative with a natural finish.
A skincare treatment involving cleansing, exfoliation, and often a mask, tailored to a client's skin type or concern such as acne, hydration, or anti-ageing.
A treatment that applies a chemical solution to exfoliate the outer layers of skin, helping with texture, tone, and fine lines. Strength varies from light to deep.
A semi-permanent cosmetic tattooing technique that creates fine, hair-like strokes to fill in or reshape eyebrows, typically lasting one to three years.
A firmer massage technique that targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, often used to relieve chronic tension or muscle tightness.
A gentler, relaxation-focused massage using long, flowing strokes — the most common style for stress relief and general wellbeing.
A technique that applies pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears believed to correspond to different areas of the body.
A dynamic style of yoga where movement is linked to breath, flowing continuously from one pose to the next.
A workout format alternating short bursts of intense effort with brief recovery periods, designed to maximise results in a shorter session.
A one-on-one appointment with a trainer or coach focused entirely on an individual's goals, whether fitness, nutrition, or personal development.
A partial upfront payment taken when you book, confirming your appointment and protecting the business against last-minute cancellations. It's usually deducted from your final bill.
A charge applied when a client misses an appointment without cancelling in advance, covering the time the business held for them.
A short appointment, sometimes free and sometimes chargeable, where a provider discusses your goals or needs before booking the main service — common for colour changes, microblading, or new coaching clients.
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