How to handle outdated information in a beauty directory

Local business information changes. If a listing no longer matches what you find, use the current source and contact route rather than relying on an old detail.

Check before you travel

Review the category or county page, such as massage in Ireland, and note which detail appears out of date.

Then check the business's own current contact channel or ask directly before making the journey.

Separate small changes from a closed listing

Opening hours, phone numbers, websites, services and addresses can change independently. Confirm the specific detail rather than assuming every field is wrong.

If the business is no longer operating or the listing is materially incorrect, send Beauty Finder the relevant information through the contact page.

Use the directory carefully in the meantime

Keep a shortlist from massage in Limerick or another county page, but do not treat an unconfirmed detail as a booking.

The directory is a practical starting point and business details can change.

Gather the details that changed

Note the business name, location, directory page and the specific field that appears incorrect. Include the current information only when you can verify it from a reliable source or direct contact.

Separate a temporary closure or holiday schedule from a permanent change of address or business status. The distinction helps the directory understand what kind of update may be needed.

Avoid sending sensitive customer information. A concise description and a public source or business contact are usually more useful for checking a listing.

Use the information carefully while it is reviewed

Until a change is confirmed, contact the business directly before relying on the disputed detail. If the issue affects an appointment or journey, ask for current instructions in writing.

If you are the business owner, provide the official website or another source that demonstrates the new hours, address or service information.

Directory updates can take time and may need verification. Do not assume a message has changed the live listing until you can see the corrected information.

Include enough detail to check the report

When reporting a possible error, identify the listing and the field that appears outdated, then share the corrected information and how you verified it if known. Avoid sending sensitive personal details. Directory updates may need review before they appear, and a report should not be treated as confirmation that a change has already been made.