Beauty specialist profile on Websta: what to include for Cyprus

What a Websta profile page contains

A Websta profile works as your business page online. It includes sections you control: your business name and location, the services you offer with descriptions, photos of your work, your contact information, and either online booking slots or a contact form where clients can request a quote. The profile sits on Websta's platform, so you do not need to build or host a separate website.

People in Cyprus searching the marketplace look by service type and by place - they type what they need (for example, hair styling, nail care, skincare) and where they are, and Websta shows them nearby providers. Your profile appears in those results if you list the relevant services and your location.

Profile sections to set up first

Start with the basics: your business name as you trade it, your location (the town or area where you work), and a short description of what you do. Then add your services one by one, with a title and description for each. For example, if you offer hair cutting, colour, treatments and styling, list each as a separate service so clients searching for that specific work can find you.

Add at least three to five photos of your work - these are the most important part of a beauty services profile. Photos should show the quality and style of what you do: finished hair, nails, skin treatments, or makeup. Clients in Cyprus rely on photos to decide whether your style matches what they want.

Languages and how clients search in Cyprus

Publish your profile in English and Greek. Most residents and visitors in Cyprus use both languages, and clients searching Websta may use either one. A profile in both languages reaches more people.

People in Cyprus search for beauty services by specific service name and by location - by town, village, or neighbourhood. The Websta marketplace in Cyprus is at /marketplace/beauty. A client might search for 'hair salon Nicosia' or 'manicure Limassol' or 'beauty treatment Paphos'. Your profile should list your actual location and your specific services so you appear in these searches.

Booking and quote requests

Decide whether to offer online booking or to ask clients to submit quote requests. Booking works if you have set appointment times and quick turnaround - for example, a hair cut that takes 30 to 45 minutes. A quote request form works better if prices depend on what the client needs - for example, hair colour, which varies by length and type of colour used. You can use both: offer booking for standard services and a quote form for custom work.

Being an independent beauty specialist in Cyprus

When you work as an independent provider in Cyprus, you must register with the tax authority and comply with labour laws and health regulations for the beauty trade. The specific rules depend on what services you offer and where you work - whether from your own premises, a salon, or clients' homes. Contact the Cyprus tax office (Φόρος Εισοδήματος) and your local municipality to confirm what permits, licences, and registrations you need. Professional liability insurance is also worth checking with a local broker.

Payment in Cyprus often goes through bank transfer or card. Websta handles card payments through Stripe and pays out to your own bank account, so you keep control of the money and handle your own bookkeeping. You set your own prices for each service.

What to write in your first hour

Start by listing your five most common services with short, clear names and descriptions. For each one, write a sentence or two about what the service includes - for example, 'hair colour with treatment' or 'gel nails with design'. Avoid lengthy text; clients scan quickly.

Add your location - the town where you work - and your contact phone number or email. If you have photos of your work already, upload at least three. If not, you can add them later. Then set up either booking or a quote request form. Choose one to start; you can add the other later.

In Greek, translate the same information - service names, location, contact details - so Greek speakers can find and contact you. A quick, honest profile in two languages goes live faster than a perfect one in one language.

Payments and working with Websta

When a client books or pays through Websta, the payment is processed by Stripe and sent to your own bank account. You see the transaction in your bank account and handle the money like any other business income. Websta does not hold or manage your money. You receive payments in your name, so you keep full control.

As you work, add photos regularly - after cuts, treatments, nail work - so your portfolio grows and clients see current examples of your style. Update your services and availability as things change. Respond promptly to booking requests and quote submissions.