Posts by Helena Biggs
Turn up the volume with Jessica’s plumping top coat
Give polished nails a gel-like shine with Thick, Jessica’s new plumping top coat. This long-lasting top coat is fast drying and offers a dazzling shine and added protection to a mani or pedi. This addition to Jessica’s range of lacquer top coats is available via Gerrard International. Click here to buy.
Read MoreBABTAC to put fingers up to nail salon slavery
Beauty membership organisation, BABTAC, has approached anti-slavery charity, Unseen, to launch a week-long campaign to help put a stop to exploitation in the beauty industry. With stories of salons being raided due to illegal workers and reports of slavery, Let’s Nail It 2017 has launched and is seeking support from BABTAC salons. During the campaign…
Read MoreGrowth in prestige beauty doubles in six months
The popularity of make-up and super premium skincare has been attributed to a £60 million increase in the sale of prestige beauty products in the UK, according to The NPD Group. This increase, recorded from January to June 2017, is up 6% on the same period in 2016, and new make-up launches and global shoppers…
Read MoreIlluminate nail designs this autumn with Lecenté’s new glitters
Add shimmer and sparkle to your autumnal nail designs with eight new Lecenté glitters – sure to catch eyes this season. The jewel-toned hues include ultra fine, iridescent and super holographic glitter cuts and pair perfectly with CND’s Glacial Illusion collection. Available now via www.sweetsquared.com
Read MoreOPI’s cool Iceland inspired nail colour collection makes winter more bearable
It’s getting colder outside – but OPI has warmed spirits with its stunning autumn/winter nail colour collection, Iceland. Inspired by the land of blue lagoons and Northern Lights, the 12-piece palette offers a range of chic hues that portray the country’s wild beauty. Each shade will be available in nail lacquer, long-wear Infinite Shine and GelColor formulas,…
Read MoreLe Salon seeks nail techs to provide on-the-go treatments
Have you considered flying solo and being responsible for your own working hours? The team at Le Salon, a mobile app for at-home beauty treatments, is seeking techs to join its team. The Le Salon booking system allows London clients to receive on-demand mani and pedi services that are delivered by skilled, certified and insured…
Read MoreNailympia leader board revealed & could change as techs compete in Sydney
In a battle of skills and nail styling, scores from Nailympia‘s global events are now being amassed to create a world wide leader board of techs, for the first Nailympia Global Cup. This leader board was started at Nailympia USA earlier this year, and may change as the results from Nailympia Australia come in this weekend. …
Read MoreTOP TIPS: Managing client lateness
For whatever reason – be it traffic, poor planning or forgetfulness, you may have been subjected to clients late for their appointment, or even worse, a no-show. Laura Easby, of Laura’s Beauty, reveals her policy on lateness: “The cancellation policy I have in place is that if you give less than 24 hours’ notice when…
Read MoreHigh Definition announces new training manager for brows & make-up
Experienced beauty pro, Rose Lonsdale, has been announced as High Definition‘s new training manager. She joins the brow and make-up brand with a wealth of commercial, beauty and education experience. Rose formerly worked as business development manager for Adel Aesthetics, and has worked with brands including Mint, Malmaison, Steiner, Crystal Spa and Bliss. She will be responsible for managing…
Read MoreTurn up the heat with Jessica’s Neon Lights GELeration collection
Wave goodbye to miserable weather and add a pop of colour to nails with seven additions to Jessica’s GELeration soak off gel polish colour collection. The vibrant hues are sure to catch attention, with a creme finish that’s perfect for fingers or toes – and that lasts up to 21 days. The shades featured are: Vivid…
Read MoreCrystal Nails unveils cool gel top coat
Offer super shine with this no-cleanse top coat from Crystal Nails. Ideal for enhancements including L&P acrylic and gel nails as well as using with 3-step and one step Crystalac, this top coat is of medium viscosity and non-yellowing. It cures in 1-2 minutes (LED) or 2-3 minutes (UV) and is priced at £14.80 +…
Read MoreFaby launches spring/summer nail colour collection
Ensure you’re stocked with pretty pastel hues with Italian brand house, Faby, via Palms Extra. The 12 shades in the I’m Faby collection feature vibrant hints including also Caribbean-inspired green, lobster hue and soft and playful tones such as pink, light lavender and pure pastel green, available in both lacquer and Lacquering Gel, with the…
Read MoreCEW discusses diversity in the beauty industry
The Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) organisation hosted a panel discussion titled Inclusive Beauty: Embracing Diversity in the Beauty Industry, which focused on the diversity issues found within the beauty industry including race, gender and age. Facilitated by Christianne Cavaliere de Moncayo, CEO of the London College of Beauty Therapy, the panel was made up of…
Read MoreGo holo with Ink London chameleon flakes for nail art
Add a new dimension to nail designs and catch the eyes of clients with four new pigments from INK London. Olive, Iris, Heather and Ivy are holographic chameleon flakes that are ideal for use with gel polish or L&P enhancements. They can also be use under MegaFlexi, INK Nails’ new no wipe top coat. Get…
Read MoreLCN to launch new permanent make-up and microblading shades
Permanent make-up artists and microblading pros can now offer an even better colour match for clients with new PMU luxury pigments. Made in Germany, the range includes colour for lips as well as seven microblading colours. The fluid consistency of the microblading shades allows for smoother application and each hue is ideal for use with…
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