Posts by Helena Biggs
BeautyBacked.com initiative launches to raise funds & support for beauty sector
The Beauty Backed initiative has been launched with Go Fund Me Fundraiser and Change.org Petition platforms to raise both funds and support for the reopening of the beauty industry in its entirety. In an emotional live session on Instagram, skincare guru Caroline Hirons revealed that she has worked with the industry experts and influencers to launch the…
Read MoreCampaign calls for govt to issue vouchers for the beauty sector to support struggling businesses
Scratch columnist, Ria-Jaine Lincoln, has launched a campaign calling for the government to support the beauty sector amidst the coronavirus pandemic. The accountant, who specialises in helping beauty businesses, is hopeful that the #DutytohelpBeauty campaign will encourage the government to issue vouchers for beauty treatments in a similar way to its ‘Eat Out to Help…
Read MoreDry, chapped hands? Here’s how to soothe in 5 steps…
With frequent hand washing and sanitising now the norm, you – and your clients – may be suffering with dry, chapped and sore hands. Offer a soothing experience and promote moisture with a helping hand from Mavex and its Anti Dark Spot Hand treatment, before retailing the Hand Silky Peeling, Intensive Hand Serum and Anti…
Read MoreBehind The Brand: Meet the female powerhouses behind Color Club products
Owned and operated by women since 1979, Harriet Rose founded Forsythe Cosmetic Group to focus on developing products for the needs of nail pros. Acclaimed for its innovative products, such as the Finishing Touch Nail Corrector Pen, Forsythe Cosmetic Group quickly expanded into private label services and created its Color Club brand in 2004. Cruelty…
Read MoreGovt postpones delivery of ‘close contact’ beauty treatments in England from 1 to 15 August
Boris Johnson has announced today (31 July) that close contact beauty services – such as treatments on the face – will now not be able to resume on 1 August in England, as was previously announced. Following concerns surrounding increasing numbers of coronavirus outbreaks in the UK since lockdown measures were eased, the postponement is…
Read MoreKeep hair & beauty clients engaged with digital magazine experience
DLT Media, a provider of magazine subscriptions for businesses has launched a way for clients to access their favourite magazines safely during their beauty treatment. While many salons have ditched printed magazines following Covid risk assessments, Digi-Mags from DLT Media offers a way for them to read magazines via their phone or tablet at no…
Read MoreShow off nail shades with the handy TGB SwatchPro
Showcase your collection of nail shades with ease with the handy TGB SwatchPro™ from The Gel Bottle Inc; a case that allows clients to choose their next nail shade with ease. Designed for ease of use for pros and customers, the slim white case holds up to 120 swatches, is handy to carry around and…
Read MoreOlympia Beauty & Nailympia London postponed to 2021
Beauty trade event, Olympia Beauty, and its associated competitions, have been postponed to 3 & 4 October 2021. Challenges and restrictions brought on by the coronavirus pandemic have led the organisers to make this decision, which was due to take place at Olympia exhibition centre, 4-5 October 2020. Olympia Beauty show director, Ian Archbold, comments:…
Read MoreWant to soothe dry, chapped hands? Indigo Nails can help
Frequent hand washing and sanitising can take its toll on skin, causing dryness and irritation. Pump moisture back into hands with the sumptuous Indigo Home Spa hand cream range; nine dermatologically tested moisturisers – each with a captivating scent. Featuring a combination of glycerin, almond oil, shea butter, cocoa butter and vitamin E, each hand…
Read MoreThe Gel Bottle Inc unveils 12 summer nail shades inspired by global destinations
While travel is limited due to Covid-19, transport clients to faraway destinations with the summer 2020 gel polish collection from The Gel Bottle Inc. The TGB Destination Dreaming collection is inspired by the travels of TGB founder, Daisy Kalnina, and brings dreams of holidays to fingertips with 12 bold shades. The hues are: Savanna –…
Read MoreNail tech turns her hand to building NHS ventilators during pandemic
From crafting nail styles to building ventilators: Holly Sutherland put her time away from the nail desk to excellent use when she responded to an advert by Ford Cars. The founder of Nails by Holly in Thurrock, Essex, found herself out of work from mid-March to July when the coronavirus pandemic put a halt on…
Read MoreBehind the Brand: Meet Oksana Boitmane, founder of Luxe Gel Professional
The Luxe Gel Professional brand was founded in Latvia in 2016 by creative personality, Oksana Boitmane. Her vision was to create a luxury, quality, reliable, innovative and trend-led nail care range at a fair price that met the needs of nail pros – and the vision has become a very successful reality. The first products…
Read MoreCreate stunning enhancements at speed with SNA Quick Tips
Are you struggling to squeeze all your enhancement services into the day? SNA Professional has launched Quick Tips, full cover soft gel nail extensions that help you create stunning designs in a viable time. Available in 13 styles, the full cover tips are pre shaped and structured for ease and longevity, so you can focus…
Read MoreHelp support CRY charity with special nail art mix & craft kit
Award-winning Bournemouth tech, Lauren McBride, has teamed up with Crystal Parade to launch a special charity crystal nail art mix and craft kit. The craft kit, which features over 300 Swarovski, Preciosa and Zodiac crystals, cabochons and pearls, is in honour of Tiffany Andrews, who lost her life aged 15 in April 2019 to sudden…
Read MoreMaintain optimum hygiene measures with Cuccio’s single-use mani/pedi packs
Cuccio has launched disposable mani & pedi packs; ideal for session and mobile nailists and for promoting optimum hygiene practice in-salon. Designed to reduce the risk of cross contamination, the single-use packs contain everything needed to prep the nails for a standard mani or pedi service. The manicure pack contains a nail buffer, nail file…
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