Archive for 2018
Scratch Stars finalists battle for coveted titles in London
Earlier this week, talented techs amassed at The LCBT to battle it out across eight categories in the Scratch Stars Awards 2018 in front of an esteemed panel of industry judges. Techs competed in the likes of Nail Stylist of the Year and Gel Tech of the Year, while a second judging day saw industry experts…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Lily’s Taylormade Beauty, King’s Lynn, Norfolk
Scarlett Senter and Lilijana Taylor make so a powerful pair. With their new set-up in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, the duo has combined their skills with the salon, Lily’s Taylormade Beauty – proving lash and nail treatments are a match made in heaven. “The salon is brand new and was owned by my very good friend,…
Read MoreImportance of appearance at work evaluated by uniform expert
Lana Gormley of Buttercups Uniforms, workwear supplied for the beauty and health industries, explains the importance of a professional appearance at work – and top tips on choosing a uniform… “When you work in a professional beauty and aesthetic industry, your appearance, and that of your staff, is of vital importance. A uniform shows a level…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Vickie Elliott, V Nails UK
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Vickie Elliott, of V Nails UK, reveals that nails with marble feature nails are popular with clients at the moment. “I think this is such a popular design because of the versatility of the colours that can be used. “I created the design by…
Read MoreFoot issues heighten in summer due to poor-fitting shoes
Foot experts have revealed why there may be a an increase in women suffering with blisters in the summer months; they wear the wrong size shoes. Summer shoes should be at least half a size bigger than winter shoes to allow for swelling, yet 94% of British women surveyed on behalf of blister plaster experts,…
Read MoreOPI celebrates 40th anniversary of Grease with nail colour collection
OPI is commemorating the 40th anniversary of iconic movie musical, Grease, with the launch of a 12-piece colour collection. Available from May, the shades ‘capture the movie’s fun, energetic spirit’ and comprise retro, summery hues – from powdery pastels of yellow, lavender and pink, to bright pops of orange, turquoise and magenta, and Scratch‘s Kat popped…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Andrea Chapman, The Little Nail House
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Andrea Chapman, of The Little Nail House, created a tropical nail look featuring pretty florals after taking inspiration from fellow tech, Nina Park. “I created this set using The Gel Bottle Inc. Builder In A Bottle as an overlay on my natural nails. I then…
Read MoreKit out salon space with CND™ accessories
Show clients that you’re CND-affiliated with the new Manicure Tray and Vinylux™ Weekly Polish Racks available from Sweet Squared. Featuring a removable product caddy, handy smart phone USB ports and a wrist pillow for client comfort the manicure tray comes in a white gloss finish that is easy to clean and complements any salon décor.…
Read MoreCater to lash lift needs with Salon System
Ready for lift off? Salon System has revealed a new smaller size of its LashLift silicone curlers. The smaller size curler is a solution for shorter lashes and help create a more intense curl. The new curlers complete the range that also includes medium and large lift curlers, which are a must for every expert…
Read More5 minutes with Oksana Smirnova
What is your all-time favourite nail product? I love to work with gel products, any kind of gels – be it hard gel, gel polish or 3D gels for artistry. What are your favourite brands to work with? I would have to say my favourite brands are NSI and Perfect Nails. I also love to work…
Read MoreCelebrate Royal Wedding with Magpie Beauty
Join Magpie Beauty for a rather royal celebration of the upcoming wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry! Techs that spend over £40 + VAT with the brand will receive a limited edition Magpie Beauty Glitter with their order. Named after bride-to-be, the special glitter can be added to orders at the checkout. Be quick…
Read MoreLash Perfect extends expertise to India
Two members of the Lash Perfect team travelled to India in April to deliver training and attend the Hair & Beauty Show India. Natalie Piper, business development manager for the Eyelash Design Company, and Emma Apps, senior trainer, delivered training across four days, covering Lash Perfect Classic, Lash Perfect Russian and Lash Perfect Lash Lift.…
Read MoreCrystal Nails welcomes eight new educators to its team
After hosting it’s educator programme at the end of April, Crystal Nails has welcomed eight new educators to it’s growing team. The first educator programme held by Crystal Nails in the UK for over three years, the event saw an abundance of applications, which were narrowed down to eight talented nail technicians. The chosen technicians…
Read MoreTreat clients with cute Candy Hearts nail colours
Pure Nails has unveiled the super-sweet Halo Gel Polish Candy Hearts collection. Featuring six pretty pastel hues, the shades are inspired by the much-loved confectionery and affectionately named True Love, U R Fab, My Angel, First Love, Be Mine and Blue Eyes. The pearly hues are ideal for summery nail designs and offer a long-lasting,…
Read MoreElemis reveals collaborative travel sets
Perfect for retailing to jet-setting clients, Elemis has unveiled its latest collaboration with British design house, Lily and Lionel for new, limited edition Luxury Travel Collections. With a set available for him and her, the bags contain some of the Elemis heroes, such as Pro-Collagen Marine Cream and Frangipani Body Oil, plus more. The Luxury…
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