Archive for 2018
How to use lighting to advance your social media
Social media is a great way to attract potential new customers by sharing images of your clients’ nails. Lighting, however, can make or break the success of an image online and its impact on followers. Therefore, it is key to ensure you’re using great lighting to produce high quality images for your social media profiles,…
Read MoreOffer clients a bronze boost with MoroccanTan Instant Dry Oil
Beautifully bronzed skin is just a spritz away for clients with the MoroccanTan Instant Dry Oil. Fast-absorbing and hydrating to the skin, the unique formula is infused with argan oil and organic rose absolute, promoting vitality and a dark, intense yet natural finish. Such ingredients within the MoroccanTan Instant Dry Oil are designed to enhance…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Nail Studio, Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire
After a house move prompted the build of Catriona Leith’s ideal nail studio, the business has gone from strength to strength. “Being a mum of two young children, the set-up this gave me perfect way to balance work and family life,” explains Catriona, 2017’s winner of The Great Scratch Shoot Out. “In summer 2017 I…
Read MoreDelfy adds six Haute Couture nail shades to its range
Delfy Cosmetics has added six sophisticated shades to its nail polish range, offering a high-shine finish that lasts up to seven days. The Haute Couture collection features the following shades: Jeans Fall in Love Space Fireball Plum Noir Amore Mio Presented in an attractive and striking bottle, the Delfy formula contains citral to help protect…
Read MoreNailists recognised at Scottish Hair & Beauty Awards
A tech from Edinburgh and salon team from Glasgow scooped top titles at The Scottish Hair & Beauty Awards & Barbering Awards in association with e-Chair. Held at Glasgow’s Hilton on 16 September, almost 800 guests gathered to celebrate Scottish hair and beauty talent. Hosted by Errol Douglas MBE and Josie Smith of STV, the…
Read MoreMascara revealed as favourite beauty product
Research has revealed the average number of beauty product women use every day, at just five cosmetics each day including moisturiser. The study from product suppliers, Cosmetify.com, found that Geordie women opt for four beauty products, while women from Plymouth wear the most make-up at seven products on average. The top go-to product was revealed…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Becky Wicks
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Talentech tech, Becky Wicks, reveals that 3D encapsulated flowers have been popular with her clients recently. “Encapsulated 3D flowers have been so popular with my clients lately, they like that it makes the simplest of designs stand out. “I used CJP Beach Walk and…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Black heart
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! As autumn approaches and crisp weather calls for winter coats, make the most of seasonal shades with chic nail art. We love this design created by the talented tech behind @oi_nail, seeing a matte black overlay and statement feature nails on the…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Chelsea O’Connor, Nails By Chelsea
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, opts for a glamorous manicure filled with autumnal hues and chunky glitters. “My go to medium is coloured acrylic. All my work is done using coloured acrylic and anything I can encapsulate! On this occasion, I felt it had…
Read MoreBlow LTD offers flexible working for nail techs
Blow LTD, an on-demand beauty services platform, is recruiting nail technicians in London, Manchester and Birmingham. Offering the opportunity to set your own working hours, Blow LTD technicians and beauty therapists are paid weekly. What’s more, there is full support with admin and marketing for therapists by their own Blow LTD account manager. Blow LTD…
Read MoreSpeed up wax application with Sienna X Roller Cartridges
Combining its high performance Peppermint Crème Warm Wax formula with the convenience of a cartridge applicator, Sienna X has revealed its new Roller Cartridges. Perfect for quick application on larger treatment areas such as arms and legs, the warm wax is strong enough to be used on sensitive skin, for an efficient and comfortable waxing…
Read MoreNew Bio Sculpture nail shades inspired by emotion
Bio Sculpture’s latest nail colour collection, More Than A Feeling, features five chic shades based on emotion. 231 Serenity is a cool grey with pink undertones and rose gold shimmer 232 Passion is a raging dark plum; ideal for short or medium length nails 233 Flirty is a violet shade infused with glitter 234 Elegance…
Read MoreLisa Lilley on Gelish, singing and Charli Jepson
Tell us about your training… I started my journey in nails by training with Charli Jepson from Nail Harmony UK in November 2013 completing Manicure, Gelish and acrylic training. Since then I’ve gone on to do more courses with Charli in hard gel, Polygel and Gelish Design Phd. I’m also trained in Artistic Colour…
Read MoreExtend your colour repertoire with new Cuccio Acrylic Powder shades
Cuccio Europe has added 18 new shades to its Coloured Acrylic Powder range. Suitable for nail art creations or for full-colour acrylic application, shades can be mixed to create an endless array of colours for bespoke client services. To be used with either Cuccio’s Revolution or Ultra Clear Liquid, the powders are available in 45g…
Read MoreKure Bazaar unveils winter collection at London Fashion Week
Inspired by the natural earthy hues and sunsets of Africa, Kure Bazaar has revealed its winter ’19 collection backstage at London Fashion Week. Seeing the three new shades, Masai, Sienna and Sari, the collection boasts tones of natural orange-brown-reds and were chosen by models to wear at the Roland Mouret SS19 show. The new collection…
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