It’s very worrying. This is my 31st year in business and I’ve never had such a quiet period . Like most there was a rush after lockdown but it’s slowly getting quieter. I’m reducing to 3.5 days a week from now till December. Must admit December is looking a bit more promising but usually by now I would be booked out for it and adding on extra hours. Seems to be a combination of :
some people not leaving the house much at all to protect themselves .
no events, holidays or celebrations to spruce up for .
people not bothering to smarten up for work because they are at
home.
On top of that and the biggest reason for my vacant appointments is not being able to do facial treatments or prolonged eye treatments at all so far (Scotland) .
All of these situations are perfectly understandable but it’s not looking good for the near future for out industry. I feel lucky to be near the end of my career and I’m very sorry for therapists with new businesses and those with Young families ,mortgages and other debts.
All that said I’m seeing a worry trend of offers and big discounts.This won’t help our recovery after all the Covid safety expenses we’ve had and the big reduction in revenue. The industry could end up hugely devalued by the public and affect their expectations in the future after Covid .
wishing you all good luck
