Archive for February 2017
STARRY NAIL ART worn by models for TommyxGiGi runway show
It’s an event that’s taken Instagram by storm, and the paps were out for the TommyxGiGi show in Venice Beach, California. The collaboration is the second between model, GiGi Hadid, and Tommy Hilfiger, and reveals a sporty, beach ethos for spring 2017, and GiGi opened the show in a crop top paired with leather trousers.…
Read MoreTrain for FREE with HIGH DEFINITION
High Definition has announced the redesign of its make up training, which will see it be offered free-of-charge to its customers. The new High Definition Make-up Masterclasses, a series of one-day, compact courses are set to educate salons on a variety of different looks that can be taken back and offered as a High Definition…
Read MoreNOUVEAU LASHES update LVL treatment
Nouveau Lashes has revealed a number of exciting changes to its LVL treatment after listening to feedback from its technicians. The updates include the following: Easy-post patch tests New patch test kits that can be easily popped in the post are now available. Each kit contains a patch test form, all 4 LVL products in…
Read MoreHAZEL DIXON hosts photographic course
Award-winning tech, Hazel Dixon, recently hosted a three-day photographic event to polish participants’ photographic competition skills. Designed to answer questions the top tech is often asked, Hazel created the course to share her experience with the style of competition. The event saw the participants work with a theme – Alice in Wonderland – similarly to the rules of…
Read MoreNAIL EXPERTS CLUB open for enrolment
The first enrolment to the Nail Experts Club is now open. From Ela Loszczyk’s Nail Experts Academy, the club is designed to not only improve your nail skills but also translate your passion into a successful business. Via a password protected page, members will have access to a huge variety of content. The club aims…
Read MoreSwoon over LCN Valentine range
Spread the love with the range of Valentine’s Day products from LCN. Available through BCI trade, the products make handy retail items for treatment aftercare or gifts for loved ones. The hand creams work to keep skin supple and soft, while the nail varnish gift set include four romantic MattPolish shades. Shop the range at…
Read MoreNAIL GAGA reveals two new educators
Nail Gaga is thrilled to announce the appointment of two new recruits to its education team. Victoria McManus joins the brand with experience in gel, acrylic and 3D nail art, as well as competition wins. She will be covering the North West of the country, and will offer courses in manicure, pedicure, gel and acrylic…
Read More#MANIMONDAY Pretty pink sparkly nails for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day creeping up, we’re seeing a flurry of red and pink nail designs on social media, but these enhancements by Ruth Monro of Little Blank Spaces really caught our eyes. The talented tech sculpted her enhancements using CJP L&P in Birthday Suit and coated in a delicate pastel pink gel polish. She used…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Lauren Turnbull, Lauren’s Little Luxuries
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Lauren Turnbull, Lauren’s Little Luxuries, has been experimenting with Swarovski to create beautiful bridal nail looks. “I have both one of my sister’s and a good friend’s wedding this year,” Lauren explains. “I’ve been looking for some bridal nail inspiration and as soon as I saw the Swarovski Crystal Pixies…
Read MoreSWEET SQUARED reveals new Anna Lee stamping plates
Sweet Squared has unveiled the latest addition to the YOURS: stamping plate collection. Designed by Sweet Squared education ambassador, Anna Lee, the four new plates feature a variety of oriental-inspired patterns, including florals and calligraphy. Each plate has up to four graphic designs for clients to choose from for speedy nail art in the salon for a variety…
Read MoreSTAMP ON nail art designs with new Moyra plates
Create eye-catching nail designs at speed and with ease with Moyra’s stamping plates. The brand has revealed four new plates to excite clients; Visuality, Aboriginal, Eastern Mystic and Art Nouveau to help you achieve designs in minutes when coupled with Moyra stamping polishes. What’s more, the company offers a one-day stamping course at locations throughout…
Read MoreLAVA SHELL MASSAGE to launch in Nirvana Spa
Shared Beauty Secrets has revealed its Lava Shell Massage is due to launch at one of the UK’s largest day spa destinations, Nirvana Spa. Guests can look forward the introduction of eight therapeutic treatments, each using heat and ice to ease muscle tension and restore a sense of balance to the entire body and mind. During the…
Read MoreSALLY UK & IRELAND announces new managing director
Sally UK & Ireland has announced the promotion of Warren Scarr to managing director. Warren Scarr replaces Michael Dewey who, after over a decade with the company, is returning to the U.S. with his family. Warren, who worked closely with Michael in his role as commercial & marketing director, has played an integral part in the development…
Read MoreSIENNA X on the road with Strictly Come Dancing tour
Sienna X is following the Strictly Come Dancing tour bus across the country, and hitting on the road for the next few weeks to supply golden glows and skin finishing treatments. Sienna X will be backstage offering bespoke tans for each dancer, with brand ambassador Carly Hobbs leading the tanning team. Previously head of tanning on the…
Read MoreEVE TAYLOR LONDON unveil new tester stand
Eve Taylor London has unveiled its updated its salon retail skincare tester stand. The larger tester stand was needed to accommodate the growing range of products such as the recently introduced. “With increasing pressure on salons to retail more affordable high performance skincare to their clients against competing stores and non-professional skincare brands,” says founder…
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