Archive for 2018
Enhance retail offerings with Apraise Power Serum
An ideal retail item to offer alongside lash and brow treatments, Apraise has revealed Power Serum. Formulated specifically for lash and brow growth, Power Serum is infused with Optiplex Growth Technology designed to stimulate the hair follicle to encourage and speed up hair growth. These active ingredients offer to improve the appearance of short, brittle…
Read MoreHome nail kits & undercured product has led to an ‘allergy epidemic’
The British Association of Dermatologists has issued a warning that (meth)acrylate chemicals, found in acrylic, gel and gel polish systems, are causing ‘a contact allergy epidemic’ in the UK and Ireland. Their concerns are based on a European study that has found that 2.4% of people tested had an allergy to at least one type…
Read MoreTake the perfect ‘nailfie’ with clip-on Scratch light
Take the perfect nail snaps for social media with Scratch’s handy clip-on light for your mobile phone. With three light settings, you can achieve photos that stun & show off your handiwork to its greatest potential. Suitable for any mobile phone, the light is rechargeable via its USB cable (included), so there’s no need for costly batteries!…
Read MoreExplore Peru: OPI reveals AW18 collection
This year, OPI is taking us on a journey through Peru as it reveals it’s new autumn/winter collection consisting of 12 shades inspired by the South American country. Celebrating the release of the OPI Peru collection, a showcase was held at the fitting Lima Floral restaurant in London’s Covent Garden. The space saw Peruvian-style clothing…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Chi Anmo Beauty Rooms, Aberdeenshire
Starting out as a home salon, Melanie Simpson found her beauty business go from strength to strength. “In April 2018, Chi Anmo relocated to a stunning new salon in Westhill to ensure we could accommodate the rapidly increasing number of clients looking for a local, reliable and meticulous service,” enthuses Melanie. “Chi Anmo translate to…
Read MoreRobert Nguyen joins Entity Beauty as creative director
Award-winning nail technician and design expert, Robert Nguyen, has joined Entity Beauty as creative director. With over a decade of experience in the nail industry, Robert has spent a large portion of his career as a brand leader and product developer, working to cultivate his passion of creating products and making noise in the industry…
Read MoreExperiment with earthy nail tones for quirky design results
With the autumn/winter season nearing, dabble with new design ideas and get your hands on new collections to create fashion-forward nail results. Rachel Horrocks, nail tech and content marketing manager for Sweet Squared, has embraced autumn by getting creative with brush strokes, colours and trends, Here, she reveals how to create a design using all…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Tricia Rennie, Tricia Rennie Nail Artist
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Tricia Rennie, of Tricia Rennie Nail Artist, reveals that peach enhancements seeing encapsulated chunky glitter and mermaid nail art have been popular with her clients recently. “These colours have been so popular for summer! I used CJP coloured acrylic and The Glitter Fairy glitters…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Diamonds are forever
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Are your clients seeking nail designs that will glisten in this burning hot sunshine? This minimalistic but sparkling nail design by talented tech, Park Eunkyung (who goes by the handle @nail_unistella), sees clear enhancements doused in crystals, which run along the skin…
Read MoreFindings show that one in 12 workers miss out on holiday entitlement
New research from the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has revealed that more than two million UK workers are not getting the minimum amount of paid leave they are entitled to. What’s more, over half of those are not getting any paid leave at all. The National Hairdressers Federation (NHF), which supports the hair, beauty and barbering…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Terri Eaton
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Terri Eaton, opted for five bold and beautiful Gelish shades in an array of pink and purple hues. “I fancied some nice bright neon nails and I couldn’t quite decide between pink or purple, so went for five beautiful Gelish shades that complimented…
Read MoreCreate dazzling nail designs with Essence Glitter’s summer collection
Enhance your nail creations with six additions to the Essence Glitter range, available via Bio Sculpture UK. Available individually or as a complete collection, burnish into Bio Sculpture Gel or Evo by Bio Sculpture for a pretty, long-lasting nail look that’s ideal for festival season. The Summer Collection includes: Blossom Blaze Copper Flare Pink Petals…
Read MoreHow to service clients suffering with eczema
Do you know how to help clients with the common yet chronic skin condition of eczema? As sometimes present on the hands and arms, your pre-treatment consultation should see you able to identify the condition, and adapt your treatment if needed. Alice Lambert, director of services at National Eczema Society, shares her advice… What is eczema? Eczema, also…
Read MoreTina Li talks about her arty client requests, entering competitions and learning new skills
Tell us about your training… I started out with beauty therapy at college. Nail technology was a part of the course and it really intrigued me. I decided to peruse this as a career and have gone on to train with many companies and highly talented techs. To name a few, EZ Flow,. OPI, Crystal…
Read MoreNew nail brand encourage nail pros to ‘Get Dipt’
Boasting a bright array of colours, Dipt has revealed a new dipping system for pros. Founded in Britain by Karisma Ahir, the range currently sees 60 coloured powders, as well as liquid counterparts to the system. The brand utilise medical grade resins and a very finely milled acrylic powder to create semi-permanent colour overlays. Boasting a lightweight, flexible and…
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