Archive for 2017
Magpie Beauty reveals new collection
Magpie Beauty has revealed its autumn collection for 2017 – seeing six new glitters perfect f0r seasonal nail art and designs. The line-up includes: Jessica – a fiery copper, orange holographic in size .008 Mellisa – purpled holographic mix in medium size mix Charlotte – rose gold metallic mix in mixed sizes Isabel – an ultra fine dusky pink rose Jennifer –…
Read MoreSpruce up your salon with REM
Spruce up your mani desk with the Infiniti Nail Station from REM. Available with or without storage, the desk can be customised to any REM colour meaning there’s a look to suit every salon set-up. It also boasts the REM three year warranty. Infiniti features an advanced air filter system as standard, as well as two glass display shelves…
Read MoreHoliday Hangover nail colour collection arrives from Artistic Nail Design
Help clients get through the festive season with the Holiday Hangover collection from Artistic Nail Design. Featuring metallic and glitter hues available in both Colour Gloss and Colour Revolution, snap up the shades for perfect party manicures. “These glitter & metallic shades complement any holiday accessory,” comments Alisha Rimando, Artistic Nail Design’s executive VP and creative…
Read MoreMII continues global expansion
Gerrard International and creators of Mii Cosmetics, has announced two exclusive new international distributors for Mii. Beauty Sense will cover the Czech and Slovak Republics, while AdVision will work with the The Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. With these two new distributor partners, Mii is now available in 13 countries. The two new…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: Lecenté Perfecting Powders with Lecenté
Course Details: “This class has been designed to focus almost entirely on powder application,” reveals Maria Cientanni, director at Lecenté. “This includes our Chrome, Neon Powders and Stardust products and our Layer It! “There is a focus on chrome and neon powder application, along with the chroming technique with Stardust and stamping with chrome. “The class…
Read MoreNailympia London 2017 winners announced!
Last weekend saw three intense days as competitors travelled from 32 countries to compete in Nailympia London, held at Olympia Beauty. In the biggest Nailympia competition to date, techs took to the floor to show off their skills in 12 categories including Runway Nails, Salon Nails, Fantasy Complete Look and L&P Acrylic Tip & Overlay.…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Jodie Walley Nails, Staffordshire
They say home is where the heart is and the heart of the home is the kitchen. Especially for Jodie Walley, as her home salon is actually located in her kitchen! Having previous worked from a rented nail desk, Jodie has now had her home salon for two and half years. “Myself and my fiancé decided…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Nicola Campbell, Nail Boutique Stirling
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Nicola Campbell has found her clients have been asking for dark florals for the new season. “I think as we reach autumn the darker colours are a firm favourite with clients,” reveals Nicola. “This particular look is quite gothic and perfect in time for Halloween too!…
Read MoreTHE GREAT SCRATCH SHOOT OUT 2017: The Results
The results are in for Scratch’s annual photographic competition! After a recording breaking amount of entries at 77, the winner has been been crowned and the judging have revealed the top three entries. The judging panel scored the entries, but looking at a criteria including originality and execution of concept, instant impact, clarity of the photograph and nails,…
Read MoreSorbet Salons opens fifth location
South African salon chain, Sorbet Salons, is celebrating the opening of its fifth UK location. Based in North London’s Temple Fortune, the salon is part of the 190 beauty salon worldwide network. To celebrate the new opening on September 25, the salon will be offering 25% off all treatments for the opening month. “We are delighted…
Read MoreRaiser of standards to launch management courses for hair & beauty
CEO and founder of PHAB Standard, Nergish Wadia-Austin, has returned from a five-year sabbatical to offer business management training courses to the hair and beauty industries. From January 2018, Nergish will be providing an updated curriculum of training courses for hair & beauty salon, spa, nail bar and barbershop managers all over the world. Nergish…
Read MoreMargaret Dabbs adds to polish range
Margaret Dabbs London has revealed a quartet of shades for the autumn. The new addition to the foot care specialist’s range of products sees a formula containing vitamin E and wild rose botanical extract. The polish also leaves the scent of wild roses on the wear’s nails. The new colours are: Silverbell – a glittering…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: OPI Professional Absolute Acrylic
Course Details: If you are looking to expand your treatment menu, this course is an ideal starting point for acrylic beginners. Attendees to the course will learn: Structure of the nail and physiology & anatomy of the hand & arm; Full client consultation; Salon hygiene, COSSH and sanitation; Contraindications, diseases and disorders; Nail plate preparation; Tip…
Read MoreINK London goes green with recyclable packaging
Ink London has revealed new recyclable refill packs for its Acrylink Cover Powder range. From October 1st, professional customers will be able to buy in bulk and refill Acrylink Jars, rather than purchase new jars each time. 100g bags and 1KG salon size bags will be available. Start shopping at www.inknails.com
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Karen Heron Nails and Beauty, Great Harwood
After honing her nail skills and building a loyal client base, Karen Heron is celebrating the recent opening of her new salon. Commemorating in style, the opening saw a party for clients and those closest to Karen, as well as the chance for the nail tech to showcase her salon’s new style. “The salon opened…
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