Posts by Helena Biggs
Coronavirus: Salons in Wales ordered to close from 23 Oct to 9 Nov
Wales is to go into a ‘firebreak’ lockdown from Friday 23 October, with hair and beauty salons ordered to close. The decision comes following fears that the NHS would not be able to look after the increasing number of people suffering with coronavirus. In a statement to press, Wales’ first minister, Mark Drakeford, said that…
Read MoreNail tech supports #SaveTheArts campaign with custom nail design
Abi Markey, of Nailed It Beauty, South Wales, reveals why and how she’s helping to raise awareness of the #SaveThe Arts campaign, an initiative that encourages support of those working in the entertainment sector throughout the coronavirus pandemic… “As a self employed nail tech with with my own salon, this year has been so incredibly…
Read MoreSparkle this Christmas with 6 stunning Halo Gel Polish shades
Catch eyes and sparkle this festive season with six stunning Halo Gel Polish shades from Pure Nails. The All Wrapped Up Collection has every party-perfect look nailed with the likes of gorgeous green Garland, rich red Candy Cane, decadent brown Mince Pie, golden Prosecco, silver Frosty and ice blue Silent Night – all infused with…
Read MoreSalons in Northern Ireland ordered to close from 16 October
Coronavirus: Northern Ireland’s first minister has announced that close contact services – including hair, beauty, barbering and mobile businesses – must close for four-weeks from Friday 16 October for a four-week period. Arlene Foster told her Assembly colleagues: “We wish to provide members with an update on decisions that the Executive has taken in relation…
Read MoreLecenté unveils 6-piece Cosy Knits gel polish collection
Embrace autumn trends and seasonal nail styles with the Cosy Knits collection from Lecenté. Inspired by warm nights in front of a crackling fire and cuddly jumpers, the rich tones ooze sophistication and are highly pigmented. Each shade offers one-coat application with up to three weeks’ wear and a high shine finish. HEMA free, the…
Read MoreAward-winning nail tech presents KB Full Tool Range Kit
Katie Barnes Tool Range, the brand launched by multi award-winning Warwick based tech, has added the KB Full Tool Range Kit to the portfolio. The comprehensive kit features all of the current tools in the Katie Barnes Tool Range, and the KB Stand Up Inductive Phone Charger is included with all purchases of the kit.…
Read MoreCreate on-trend nail looks with The Gel Bottle Inc’s Runway collection
The Gel Bottle Inc has launched 10 chic gel polish shades for autumn 2020, inspired by catwalk shows across the globe. The Runway collection is highly pigmented for striking coverage and each shade 100% gel; with a non-shrink and non-yellowing formula. LED and UV curable, the shades last up to four weeks and boast a…
Read MoreOffer lasting nail colour & strength with OPI Powder Perfection
Serve up glossy, long-lasting colour for clients with weak nails courtesy of OPI’s dipping system, Powder Perfection. A quick-to-apply alternative to traditional L&P, Powder Perfection lasts around three weeks and is deal for natural nail overlays in colour, French or ombré. The odour-free Powder Perfection system can also be applied over tips and finished with…
Read MoreLight Elegance unveils HEMA-free P+ gel polish system
Serving up hard gel performance in a brush on, soak off system, the P+ gel polish range from Light Elegance is ideal for clients seeking a speedy service with strength and flexibility. Available in the UK via Sweet Squared, the HEMA-free range launched with 36 colour and glitter gel polishes, and is HEMA-free, cruelty-free, gluten-free…
Read MoreVamp up nails with 6 seductive Color Club lacquer shades
Embrace the autumn/winter season with Color Club’s sultry six-piece nail polish collection, She’s So Vamp. The sophisticated hues include a sexy burgundy, deep teal and forest green, and are also available in gel polish and dip powder formulas. Trend led, the shades join over 250 existing Color Club hues; each made in Color Club’s New…
Read MoreHelp the 8 million UK women that suffer hair loss with retail-friendly Hair Gummies
Trichologists have reported an increase in hair loss since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, and over 8 million women in the UK suffer hair loss at some point in their lives. Complement your salon services with the handy Hair Gummies retail product, created by hair supplement brand Hair Gain – and available to the…
Read MoreBehind The Brand: Introducing the salon owner behind Aviva Pro Gel
Janan Saher is the owner and creator of Aviva Day Spa, Academy and Pro Gel. Her career in the nail and beauty industry spans over two decades and she is proud to run her multi award-winning salon and training school, which uses her own brand – Aviva Pro Gel. “I have always had a natural…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Nail & beauty salons must display NHS QR code by 24 September
Nail & beauty businesses and barbershops in England and Wales must register for an official NHS QR code and display the official NHS QR poster from 24 September 2020. The code allows for clients to be contacted quickly and easily should a fellow client or staff member in a salon be affected by coronavirus. Industry…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Tighter penalties announced for those not following rules
Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has today (22 September) announced tighter penalties for those not complying with government measures to curb coronavirus. The move follows a dramatic increase in the transmission rate of coronavirus, and the possible onset of a second wave in the UK. In a parliamentary speech, he touched on comments made by scientific…
Read MoreComplement autumn looks with Indigo Nails’ 9-piece Guilty gel polish collection
Indigo Nails Lab has unveiled its autumn 2020 gel polish collection, Guilty. Designed for self-confident, active women, the Guilty range features nine diverse nail shades for a bold finish to complement seasonal looks. Available as a complete collection or individually from 25 September 2020, the shades include the hot red CrimiNails and deep purply-blue Policeman.…
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