Archive for 2018
Gently remove gel polish with Kaeso’s Fresh Start
Remove gel polish and enhancements while helping to maintain healthy nails with the Fresh Start Soak-Off Gel Polish Remover from Kaeso. Enriched with vitamin E and grapeseed oil, the polish remover also offers to protect skin from drying and can be used as a soak-off remover or with foil wraps. Available via www.kaeso.co.uk/stockists
Read MoreBABTAC awarded for commitment to improving industry standards
British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology – or BABTAC – was recently awarded for its commitment to improving industry standards at The Safety in Beauty Diamond Awards 2018. Presented to Lisa Blair of BABTAC by presented by Leighton Denny and Samantha Fox, the ‘Training, Education and Professional Development Award for Professional Beauty’ recognises the…
Read MoreJemma Ball reveals her love of CND Shellac™, Kirsty Meakin and the nail community
Tell us about your training… I trained in beauty therapy up to level 3 eight years ago. I bagged my first salon job and loved watching the other team members create enhancements so I knew I had to train in liquid & powder. I saved all my wages up and finally booked onto a CND™…
Read MoreSuss out summer with the Bio Sculpture Summer Pack
A collection of bright pink shades, glitter and pastel tones, the Summer Pack from Bio Sculpture sees six vibrant shades that are sure to brighten nail designs this season. Including the popular No. 79 Princess Lilla, the pack also sees No. 75 Fruity Tooty, No. 122 Ashes of Roses, No. 195 Flower Child, No. 209…
Read MoreShoot for photographic competition success with tips from Karina Perematko
Scratch chats to Karina Perematko, master nail technician and absolute master international educator with Crystal Nails London Studio Academy and owner of KP Vintage Studio, about entering The Great Scratch Shoot Out – and discover the story behind the shoot that scooped a close second place… “I was so happy to place second in The…
Read MoreCreate the perfect C-curve with NSI’s Pinching Tool
Do you prefer silver, purple or unicorn style? NSI’s stainless steel pinching tool is available in all three! Helping you to create the perfect C-curve when sculpting L&P acrylic enhancements, use just before the product sets. Available via NSI by clicking here.
Read MoreEnhance your nail skills with an international master artist
The Nail Academy Essex is welcoming nail artist, Kim Tu, to its seaside premises for a two-day workshop in July. Known as ‘That Nail Girl’, Kim Tu is an international master artist and educator and will visit the premises, which celebrates its first anniversary next month, on 22 and 23 July. Day 1 –…
Read MoreSophie Harris-Greenslade designs nail art inspired press-on range
Session stylist and nail artist, Sophie Harris-Greenslade, of The Illustrated Nail, has revealed a line of press-on nails. Featuring an array of the Scratch Stars Awards winner and Scratch columnist’s iconic artwork, the range launches next month in partnership with health and beauty product suppliers, H&A. The line currently sees two festival-ready styles. Hazy Daze, an…
Read MoreWhat is a nail technician? Discuss…
Bob Giblett, co-owner of Swedish nail product & education provider, Iryna Giblett AB, dissects the role of the nail technician and discusses differing standards across the globe… What is a nail technician? Who you ask and where you ask will produce very different answers! In most countries, nail tekking is not a recognised trade and…
Read MoreHabia Ambassador Network open for applications
The Hair and Beauty Industry Authority – or Habia – has launched an ambassador network for hairdressing and beauty therapy departments within further education colleges. This new network will see colleges directly in touch with Habia. Launched at the annual ambassador event recently, the new role for ambassadors offers a wide range of benefits, including support…
Read MoreHow to tell when nail files need replacing
Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals why its important to know when your nail files need replacing… Something that is often overlooked (but is one of the most important tools in a tech’s kit), is the nail file. Without files, we cannot prep the natural nail or get the finish and shape we…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Skye Beauty Salon, Highland, Scotland
Lynn Riley opened Skye Beauty Salon in July 2017 with great ambitions for the business. “I had a huge client base already built up in my area which made the transition to the new salon easy and its gone from strength to strength,” Lynn states. “It’s been the best decision I’ve ever made after years…
Read MorePrepare for autumnal nail requests with Dr.’s Remedy AW2018 collection
Seeing five new autumnal hues, Dr.’s Remedy Enriched Nail Care has released its AW2018 collection. The collection features… Balance Brick: a classic deep bold red Wonderful Wine: a deep burgundy with a gloss crème finish Nurture Nude: a barely-there sophisticated nude Passion Purple: a metallic purple Defense Deep Red: a dark chocolate red hue Each…
Read MoreGet tickets to #NailTecTalk event with Marian Newman to help grow your business
In the first of a series of events, nail expert Marian Newman, in partnership with Salon Services and Scratch, will open conversations on topics that will positively influence nail businesses. The event, #NailTecTalk, has been launched as a response to nail techs feeling overwhelmed by the ever-changing business world. This can lead to feelings of…
Read MoreBluesky UK launches professional line of nail products
Nail brand, Bluesky, has appointed a new distributor for the UK and Ireland, tasked with distributing a new line of gel polish products specifically for the professional. Bluesky UK marketing director, Michaela Weaver, reveals that the move is a direct response to customer demand. “Over the last couple of years, the popularity of Bluesky has exploded…
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