Archive for 2017
NAIL 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 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 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 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 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 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 MoreSALON SYSTEM reveals new express lamp
Salon System has launched a new lamp designed to cure Gellux gel polish in just ten seconds. A time saving hero, the Gellux Express LED Lamp boasts a super sleek, stylish design and has an automatic motion sensor for instant light activation. It also has a removable raised base to allow for the easy curing…
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…
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 MoreMUNDO UNVEILS Multi Surface Disinfectant Spray
Hygiene expert company, Mundo Professional has released a Multi Surface Disinfectant Spray, suitable for use on most surfaces – including vinyl and plastic. Ideal for sunbeds, couches, chairs and virtually any other salon surface, the spray is set to be an essential, and has an alcohol free formula with bactericidal, fungicidal, virucidal and sporicidal properties. What’s more, it leaves…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Blush, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh
With its romantic name and matching interior, Blush opened its doors in August last year. “It’s been one of the best decisions I ever made,” owner Kelly Pestell enthuses. “I qualified in 2002 at NVQ Level 3. After a short period in a high street salon, I went into financial services and became a qualified…
Read MoreVOESH LAUNCHES manicure and pedicure products in the UK
VOESH, a New York-based ethical beauty brand, has launched its Collagen Gloves & Socks and Pedi In A Box in the UK. Designed with salons in mind, the Collagen Gloves & Socks are pre-loaded with 16ml of vitamin E and a collagen emulsion that penetrates and moisturises the skin. What’s more, the gloves have removable…
Read More#TRENDING TUESDAY, Lisa Johnson, of Ultimate Goddess
We want to see the designs trending at your nails desks! Lisa Johnson, owner of Ultimate Goddess in Doncaster has found her clients have been asking for grey tones to complement and contrast. “I think grey has become a classic colour for nails,” Lisa enthuses. “It is neutral and therefore compliments any occasion. It’s easily…
Read MoreThis is why nail primer is so important
Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, explores the two types of primer and their importance… Proper preparation of the nail plate – including the application of primer – can help eliminate service breakdown. Improper use of primer however, could cause skin and nail problems. Applying too much primer can also affect the strength of the adhesion…
Read MoreREVIEW: LoLa Designer Brows by Lash Perfect
I was invited to the Lash Perfect Lash Bar to try out the LoLa Designer Brow treatment, and the team at the Lash Perfect Lash Bar in London ombined the brand’s LoLa Brow service with the Brow Perfect treatment. When I arrived, I was ushered downstairs to a private and calm treatment room. My expert brow technician,…
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