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Hair & Beauty insurance

Hair & Beauty insurance

We work with you to build a policy to suit your specific insurance needs

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Hair & beauty insurance with Premierline

As the hair and beauty industry evolves, with new treatments and services becoming more common, having the right insurance in place is essential.

Hair and beauty insurance helps protect you if something goes wrong, from treatment reactions and client injuries to accidental damage to your premises, equipment or stock.

Premierline makes it easy to compare quotes from leading UK insurers, whether you’re salon-based, self-employed or mobile.

Depending on how you work, your policy can be tailored to include a combination of the following covers:

Public liability insurance

Covers claims if a client or member of the public is injured, or their property is damaged, as a result of your work.

Employers’ liability insurance

A legal requirement if you employ staff, including apprentices.

Professional indemnity and treatment risk cover

Protects against claims linked to advice given or treatments provided.

Contents and equipment insurance

Covers essential tools, equipment and stock.

Business interruption insurance

Helps cover lost income if you’re unable to trade following an insured event.

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Beauty therapist Insurance

Beauty therapist Insurance

Running a busy business that offers a range of treatments means that you need quality beauty therapist insurance just in case something goes wrong.

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Hairdresser & Barber Insurance

Hairdresser & Barber Insurance

We arrange flexible, tailored barber and hairdresser insurance to suit the unique risks of the hair and barbering industry.

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Mobile hairdressing Insurance

Mobile hairdressing Insurance

Public liability for mobile hairdressers is essential as working in multiple locations daily can leave you exposed to a variety of risks.

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Nail technician & salon insurance

Nail technician & salon insurance

Whether you’re a mobile nail tech or running a salon, insurance is essential for any business owner to protect against the unexpected.

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Tanning salon Insurance

Tanning salon Insurance

There are many hazards in your tanning salon that deserve your attention, having the right insurance is just one way to protect you.

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We arrange insurance for a wide range of hair and beauty professionals, including specialist, freelance and mobile trades, with cover tailored to how and where you work.

Compare shop/salon quotes

If you run a shop or a salon and know the covers you require, it’s quick & easy to compare quotes from a selection of insurers on our website.

Start a shop or salon quote

Get a self-employed quote

If you run a mobile business without a shop or rent a chair in a shop or a salon, it’s also quick & easy to compare contractor quotes on our website.

Start a freelance quote

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Hair & beauty insurance FAQs

What insurance do hair and beauty professionals need?

Hair and beauty professionals typically need a combination of insurance covers to protect against the risks of working with clients, treatments and equipment. This often includes public liability insurance and, if you employ staff, employers’ liability insurance, as the bare minimum.

Depending on the services you offer, your insurance package may also include professional indemnity or treatment risk cover, as well as equipment and stock insurance or premises insurance if you own your salon.

The level of cover you need depends entirely on your business setup and exposures.

Larger businesses generally have higher levels of exposure, so they might require higher levels of contents insurance, for instance.

Our expert brokers will work with you to ensure you have the right hair and beauty insurance in place for your business.

How much does hair and beauty insurance cost?

The cost of hair and beauty insurance varies depending on the type of cover you choose and the level of protection required. Factors such as the services you offer, whether you work from a salon or are mobile, and your claims history can all influence the price.

Comparing quotes can help you find cover that suits your business and budget.

Which covers do I need if I’m a freelance beautician or hairdresser?

If you’re freelance or self-employed, insurance is still important. Public liability insurance is typically essential, as it helps protect you if a client is injured or their property is damaged while you’re working. You may also need product liability insurance or treatment risk cover, as well as insurance for your equipment and stock.

If you work from clients’ homes or multiple locations, we’ll work with you to ensure your policy reflects how you operate.

Why choose us to arrange your hair & beauty insurance

  • Award winning service - We're trusted by thousands of SMEs across the UK
  • Comprehensive protection - We can help with all your commercial insurance needs
  • UK based experts - Located in Lancaster, our advisors are here to help
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“They gave me a brilliant explanation of the services provided. They took the time and spoke clearly when I asked questions. I would definitely be happy to highly recommend Premierline.”

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Customer since January 2025

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Can't see your trade?

Getting hair and beauty insurance doesn’t need to be complicated. You can compare quotes online in just a few minutes if you know what cover you’re looking for, or speak directly to our business insurance specialists for guidance.

Our team has experience supporting hair and beauty professionals and can help you understand your options, answer questions, and arrange cover that fits how you work, making it straightforward to protect your business with confidence.

Compare shop/salon quotes

If you run a shop or a salon and know the covers you require, it’s quick & easy to compare quotes from a selection of insurers on our website.

Start a shop or salon quote

Get a self-employed quote

If you run a mobile business without a shop or rent a chair in a shop or a salon, it’s also quick & easy to compare contractor quotes on our website.

Start a freelance quote

Speak to an expert

Our advisors are just a phone call away. On average, we answer calls within 90 seconds. Lines open Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm

Request a call