Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: February 7, 2026

Welcome to Beauty By Kate. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our beauty therapy services and constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Client," "you") and Beauty By Kate ("we," "us," "our").

By booking an appointment, using our services, or visiting our salon, you agree to be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully.

1. Service Provision

1.1 Scope of Services

Beauty By Kate provides professional beauty therapy services including, but not limited to:

1.2 Professional Standards

All services are provided by qualified and insured beauty therapists in accordance with industry standards and best practices. We reserve the right to refuse service if we believe it may compromise your health or safety.

1.3 Age Requirements

Clients under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Certain treatments may have specific age restrictions, which will be communicated at the time of booking.

2. Appointments and Bookings

2.1 Booking Confirmation

Appointments may be booked via:

Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of the required booking deposit.

2.2 Booking Deposit

A non-refundable booking deposit is required to secure all appointments. The deposit amount varies by treatment and will be clearly communicated at the time of booking. This deposit will be deducted from the total treatment cost.

2.3 Payment of Balance

The remaining balance must be paid on the day of your appointment. We accept:

3. Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy

IMPORTANT: Cancellations and rescheduling requests MUST be made by telephone. We do not accept cancellations via social media, email, or text message.

3.1 Cancellation Terms

Notice Period Cancellation Fee
48+ hours notice Booking deposit forfeited; can be transferred to another appointment
24-48 hours notice 50% of total treatment cost
Less than 24 hours notice 100% of total treatment cost
No-show (failure to attend) 100% of total treatment cost

3.2 Rescheduling

Appointments may be rescheduled without penalty if at least 48 hours notice is provided. The original booking deposit will be transferred to the new appointment date.

3.3 Late Arrivals

If you arrive more than 15 minutes late for your appointment:

Please call us if you anticipate being late, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

3.4 Salon Cancellations

In the rare event that we need to cancel your appointment (due to illness, emergency, or unforeseen circumstances), we will:

4. Health and Safety

4.1 Consultation and Medical Disclosure

You must complete a consultation form and disclose all relevant medical information, including:

Failure to disclose relevant medical information may result in adverse reactions and will void any liability on our part.

4.2 Patch Testing

Patch tests are MANDATORY for:

Patch tests must be conducted at least 48 hours before your scheduled treatment. No exceptions will be made. If you experience any reaction to the patch test, please contact us immediately and the treatment will not proceed.

4.3 Contraindications

Certain treatments cannot be performed if you have specific contraindications. We reserve the right to refuse treatment if:

4.4 Pregnancy

Some treatments are not suitable during pregnancy or may require modifications. Please inform us if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

5. Treatment Results and Satisfaction

5.1 Expected Results

While we strive for excellence, individual results may vary based on:

We cannot guarantee specific results or outcomes.

5.2 Aftercare

You will be provided with aftercare instructions following your treatment. It is your responsibility to follow these instructions. Failure to do so may affect results and will void any satisfaction guarantees.

5.3 Satisfaction Guarantee

If you are dissatisfied with your treatment:

Please note: We do not provide monetary refunds for completed treatments. Our remedy is limited to corrective work only.

6. Pricing and Payments

6.1 Pricing

All prices are listed on our website and in-salon price list. Prices are subject to change without notice, but confirmed bookings will honor the price quoted at the time of booking.

6.2 Additional Charges

Additional charges may apply for:

Any additional charges will be communicated before proceeding with the service.

6.3 Gift Vouchers

Gift vouchers:

7. Hygiene and Safety Standards

7.1 Our Commitment

We maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness:

7.2 Client Responsibilities

Clients must:

8. Liability and Insurance

8.1 Our Liability

We carry professional indemnity insurance and public liability insurance. Our liability is limited to:

8.2 Limitation of Liability

We are not liable for:

8.3 Maximum Liability

Our total liability for any claim arising from our services shall not exceed the amount paid for the treatment in question.

9. Intellectual Property

9.1 Photography and Marketing

We may photograph treatments for:

You will be asked for explicit consent before any photographs are taken or used. You have the right to refuse or withdraw consent at any time.

9.2 Client Testimonials and Reviews

By submitting a review or testimonial, you grant us permission to use it in our marketing materials.

10. Conduct and Behavior

10.1 Expected Conduct

We expect all clients to:

10.2 Right to Refuse Service

We reserve the right to refuse service or ask you to leave if you:

No refund will be provided in these circumstances.

11. Personal Belongings

We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings. Please keep valuables with you at all times or leave them at home.

Lockers or secure storage may be available for high-value items. Please ask a team member if you need to store items securely.

12. Children and Minors

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for all treatments. Parents/guardians must:

We reserve the right to refuse treatment to minors for certain services.

13. Special Requests and Accessibility

We strive to accommodate all clients. If you have special requirements or accessibility needs, please inform us at the time of booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.

14. Force Majeure

We are not liable for failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:

15. Data Protection and Privacy

Your personal information is collected, stored, and processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and UK GDPR requirements. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we handle your data.

16. Changes to Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on our website or display in our salon. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

For significant changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify existing clients via email or in-salon notices.

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Beauty By Kate regarding our services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

20. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Beauty By Kate
123 Beauty Lane
Bitterne, Southampton
SO18 6TE
United Kingdom

Phone: 020 1234 5678
Email: info@beautybykate.co.uk

For complaints or disputes: complaints@beautybykate.co.uk
Acknowledgment: By booking an appointment or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

These Terms and Conditions are designed to protect both Beauty By Kate and our valued clients. We are committed to providing excellent service in a safe, professional environment. Thank you for choosing Beauty By Kate.