Established in Gloucester in 1977, BABTAC (The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology), is the premier UK membership association and insurance provider for aesthetic, beauty, hair, and wellbeing therapies. They are a 'not for profit' organisation and our priorities are the welfare of their members, regulation of the industry and promoting public awareness of the importance of choosing an appropriately qualified, verified and insured therapist.
Originally founded by a group of passionate industry professionals who identified a need for a membership organisation created by industry professionals, for industry professionals. We offer unrivalled beauty expertise, a rigorous ethical code and a professional practice standard. Our logo is a sign of confidence; display it with pride and give your clients assurance of your qualifications, insurance cover and commitment to excellence.
BABTAC offers its members a wide range of benefits ranging from 3rd party discounts and offers from our Benefits by BABTAC providers; the BABTAC Good Practice Guide, which is supplied to all of our members, is full of good practice advice to ensure our members are compliant with their insurance requirements; Vitality Magazine, BABTAC's quarterly publication, full of industry relevant news and updates; BABTAC Experts, on hand to offer advice covering a range of beauty therapy treatments along with a helpline for clients seeking best practice advice.
01
Apr
2025
While consumer brands may be increasingly experimenting with artificial intelligence to decrease time spent on menial tasks and improve the customer experience, has the beauty service industry caught up?
26
Feb
2025
UK inflation jumped to the highest level in 10 months this January. What does this mean for the beauty industry?
08
Jan
2025
How will the water bill increase impact beauty businesses, and how can they prepare? BABTAC’s CEO comments…
16
Dec
2024
BABTAC CEO comment on this week's inquest on BBL tragedy - something needs to change.
19
Nov
2024
Following worrying news that one-day training courses are being advertised to non-medics and news of patients left ‘disfigured’ after treatments gone wrong, BABTAC’s CEO and Chair, Lesley Blair MBE has commented.
30
Oct
2024
The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) have announced that its annual Awards Gala Dinner & Celebration will be returning on the 10th November 2024.
11
Oct
2024
A Best Practice Guide to better equip beauty professionals for treating menopausal clients.
27
Sep
2024
BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology) says something needs to change following death of Alice Webb from BBL procedure.
19
Aug
2024
A collective of over 30 industry experts aiming to help better educate and elevate the beauty sector.
26
Mar
2024
Government announces package to boost apprenticeships - how to support the next generation of beauty therapists.
07
Mar
2024
What does the Spring Budget mean for beauty businesses? BABTAC explains...
21
Feb
2024
BABTAC are delighted to announce that its annual Awards Gala Dinner & Celebration will be returning for a third year running.
30
Jan
2024
BABTAC are delighted to announce that its annual Awards Gala Dinner & Celebration will be returning for a third year running on the 10th of November 2024.
16
Jan
2024
There are things that both the individual and the employer can do to stop the stress of being a constant soundboard from taking its toll in the year ahead.
10
Jan
2024
BABTAC warns - a spike in weight loss 'skinny injections' signals risk in an unregulated market.
09
Jan
2024
We are delighted to announce the launch of our 2024 BABTAC & CIBTAC Awards!
01
Dec
2023
‘Tis The Season: BABTAC warns to look after therapists’ mental load at Christmas.
14
Nov
2023
BABTAC Beauty Broadcast - Be Smart about Education & Training.
09
Nov
2023
With the aim of helping to provide education about transgender people and the issues associated with their transition and/or identity, November 13th – 29th marks Transgender Awareness Week.
06
Nov
2023
BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology) has launched its Beauty Broadcasts series.
30
Oct
2023
BABTAC publishes Best Practice Guide for treating clients experiencing or recovering from cancer.
11
Oct
2023
Rising utility bills, hikes in rental rates and an increases in product costs, it’s safe to say that business has been an ongoing struggle for SMEs.
