Posts by Kat Hill
Perfect your premium pedicure: Tips from a chiropodist
Perfect your pedicure with this advice from Cindy Johnson, chiropodist and Jessica Nails area manager… Why are pedicures so important as a service – and why should a nail pro offer them? A pedicure is not just about the cosmetic side, but also about the health of feet. Educate your customers on the importance of…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Nails By Liv Salon, York
Take a peek inside a double-Scratch Stars Awards finalist’s new salon… Having honed her skills in a salon, Liv Oldfield decided it was time to spread her wings and fly solo, seeing her open Nails By Liv Salon. “This venture is a brand new, at-home studio,” explains Liv. “I opened the salon at the beginning of…
Read MoreNail art hacks with Lecenté
Get the best from your nail art products with these handy tips from the creative team at Lecenté with these videos… About Lecenté Lecenté was founded in 2011 by brother and sister team, Ged and Maria Cientanni. Previously an experienced nail technician and college tutor, fate stepped in when Maria broke her arm and was…
Read MoreCreating blooming designs with new INK London gel
Get ready to unleash your artistry with the latest launch from INK London. Bloom Gel is a UV/LED curable gel polish that allows for artistry. Presented in a bottle and brush format, the gel polish is the ideal medium for creating blended, marbled and abstract designs. To use, apply the Bloom Gel over your chosen…
Read MoreJessica reveals Non-Acetone Nail Polish Remover
Jessica & Gerrard International have added its nail care range with the addition of the new Non-Acetone Nail Polish Remover. Ideal for regular polish changers, the acetone-free formula is non-oily and help both nails and skin retain moisture. With this in mind, the formula is great for clients with sensitive skin and dry and brittle…
Read MoreVoesh reveals host of newly available products
Voesh New York has revealed a whole host of new products now available in the UK. Offering a holistic and hygienic solutions, Voesh ranges offer complete manicure and pedicure systems – perfectly packaged. The range is ideal for indulgent treatment upsells, pedicurist on the go or for set-ups with limited space. With just the right…
Read MoreBrillbird UK unveils Bouncy Cover Builder Gel
Brillbird UK has added Bouncy Cover Builder Gel to its portfolio of gel products. Ideal for creating enchantments in flattering neutral tones, the gel sees a consistency and formula that is easy to shape, sculpt and refine. Available in two tones, the gel is durable with enhanced adhesion and low heat spike properties. The gel…
Read MoreNHF/NBF announce winners at the Hair & Beauty Community Awards
The winners at the first Hair & Beauty Community Awards run by the National Hairdressers Federation and the National Beauty Federation (NHF/NBF) were revealed at a reception held at the Houses of Parliament, London. Launched this year, the awards aim to recognise and promote the fantastic work hair salons, barbershops and beauty salons do to support…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Nail Gallery, Bawtry
Get to know the names behind The Nail Gallery, Bawtry – finalist in the Scratch Stars Nail Salon of the Year category 20/21, sponsored by The Gel Bottle Inc… “Jessica Haith and I both met when we began working together in a nail bar in 2017,” explains Ilex Wood. “Unfortunately, the nail bar suddenly closed,…
Read MoreBeauty buyers offered free luggage set by Sally Salon Services
To help get beauty pros in the holiday mood, Sally Salon Services is offering a gift with purchase offer for stocking up on summer salon essentials. Trade customers shopping both online and in-store before 31 May will receive one free suitcase and tote bag when they spend £120 or €150, or two free suitcases and…
Read MoreOPI’s Suzi Weiss-Fischmann authors book
Aiming to inspire beauty lovers alike and share a brand’s fascinating history, OPI’s co-founder Suzi Weiss-Fischmann has revealed her story in the form of a book. Entitled I’m Not Really a Waitress: How One Woman Took Over the Beauty Industry One Color at a Time, the book reveals Suzi’s life story. It also details how…
Read MoreCreating bridal beauty packages in your salon
When tendeding to the nail needs of brides-to-be, ensure you’re also promoting your other skills… “If you offer other services, make sure you let all your potential customers know!” says Kate Sawley, CND™ education ambassador. “Bridal packages are always popular, and don’t forget about the rest of the bridal party, too. They’ll all want to…
Read MoreYorkshire soap company pledges to use 100% sustainable materials
With more in the beauty industry pledging commitment to lessening waste and making more sustainable choices, a Barnsley-based family business, which creates handmade bath and body products, has pledged to use only 100% recyclable or sustainable materials. The Pretty Little Treat Co. produces vintage-inspired bath and body products, using natural and locally sourced ingredients. Now, all products…
Read MoreLife Saving Wax: A new campaign calling on waxers
I was invited to Treatwell’s London head office for the unveiling of a very special new campaign: Life Saving Wax. The initiative was created by the online beauty booking platform with Public Health England’s Cervical Screening Saves Lives campaign. Treatwell is inviting its partnered salons and beauty professionals to ‘open up the conversation on screening’, utilising…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Amber Boutique, Milford Haven
“My salon opened in August 2017,” explains owner, Sally Sanderson. “After being made redundant suddenly, I was looking to open my own place and had to act quickly as my client base was waiting. My building was advertised the very week I left my old job, so I decided to jump in at the deep…
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