Posts by Kat Hill
Habia Ambassador Network open for applications
The Hair and Beauty Industry Authority – or Habia – has launched an ambassador network for hairdressing and beauty therapy departments within further education colleges. This new network will see colleges directly in touch with Habia. Launched at the annual ambassador event recently, the new role for ambassadors offers a wide range of benefits, including support…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Skye Beauty Salon, Highland, Scotland
Lynn Riley opened Skye Beauty Salon in July 2017 with great ambitions for the business. “I had a huge client base already built up in my area which made the transition to the new salon easy and its gone from strength to strength,” Lynn states. “It’s been the best decision I’ve ever made after years…
Read MoreCreate wedding-ready nails with Light Elegance UK’s latest ButterCream collection
Inspired by the understated elegance of the bridal market, Light Elegance UK has unveiled its newest addition. Entitled Make Me a Mrs, the highly-pigmented ButterCream colour gel collection includes six shades which are available to buy individually or as a full collection. The six new colours include: At the Altar, a light cream neutral taupe; I Do, a…
Read MoreIlex Wood on one stroke nail art, industry friends and Nail Harmony UK
Ilex Wood is a bachelor educator with Nail Harmony UK and based in Doncaster. What is your all-time favourite nail product? My all-time favourite nail product must be Gelish Structure Gel. It is so versatile I can use it in all most any nail service, and both my clients and students are going mad for the new Cover…
Read MoreBe retail ready with the Flirties Brow Design Retail Kit
Are you ready to retail? Flirties has revealed the Brow Design Retail Kit, a complete pack of products to get you started. The special designed brow retail pack allows professionals to retail Flirties products to clients. The kit sees a variety of products, in various colour options, including: Flirties Brow Gel Liners in Blonde, Dark…
Read MoreTax and Tips: The Lowdown
Top tip or not to tip? Your clients may be asking that question, but do you know the HM Revenue and Customs’ stance on that little something extra? A recent survey from www.onbuy.com revealed Britian’s most tipped profession, as well as consumer’s tipping habits. After asking over 2,000 participants, it was revealed that 62% of…
Read MoreA colourful riot in Shoreditch
Just off the renowned, bustling Brick Lane in Shoreditch, a bright new nail offering is dazzling locals – Colour Riot Nails. The super colourful salon is the second location for the growing brand from owner, Tinu Bello. Now open for six months, the salon boasts a nail-only menu, with an extensive colour collection and endless nail…
Read MoreSemilac UK’s Monika Shine scoops Beauty Entrepreneur of the Year
Monika Shine, the CEO of Semilac UK, has been named Beauty Entrepreneur of the Year at the first English Women’s Awards at an inaugural ceremony at Mercure Leicester. Semilac UK is based in West Bromwich and supplies nail products to more than 300 salons, including its Semilac Flash Sunlight Effect which was recently named Best New…
Read MoreBoost nail health with new organic cuticle oil from Kure Bazaar
Kure Bazaar has unveiled a new addition to its range of nail care products. The Organic Cuticle Oil sees a blend of 10 oils, including argan, onagre, borage, hemp, cameline, hazelnut, sweet almond and infusion of rosa damascene. The brand states the oil boasts a formula that is 100% organic and helps to hydrate the…
Read MoreImprove your skillset with one-day courses at The Nail Academy Essex
Are you seeking a one day course to boost your nail skill set or refine a technique? Located in Clacton-on-Sea, The Nail Academy Essex offers independent, unaffiliated training, providing a variety of nail courses. Delivered in a friendly, supportive environment, the course are hosted with passion by owner and head educator, Louise Newell. You can claim 10% off…
Read MoreLaura Easby on nail idols, artistic style and our industry
Tell us about your training… I decided to go straight from school to college where I trained in Beauty & Spa Therapies. From then started an apprenticeship, and this is definitely where I developed my crazy work ethic! The nail route really called to me and I knew this was what I wanted to peruse,…
Read MoreRelocating your salon? Here’s how to choose a new location…
Thinking of making the big move to a new salon location? Consider these pointers when selecting a new location… When choosing a location, consider at the level of passing trade; will you be able to entice this footfall through the salon door? Is this going to affect the success of you business? Walk in your…
Read MoreFreshen up with the Supertan Lemongrass and Orange Tan Accelerator
An ideal retail item or addition to a tanning service, see clients into the summer months with the Supertan Lemongrass and Orange Tan Accelerator. Featuring the ultra fresh scent of orange and lemongrass, the formula sees a moisturising base of shea butter. The lotion also boasts aloe vera and vitamin E, as well as orange oil, lemongrass oil…
Read MoreBoost your bridal client care with these top tips
Is your appointment diary starting to fill up with bridal clients? Mandy Cook, sales director at Gerrard International, offers some advice for a smooth service and top-notch client care for the big day… “A bridal client is lucrative business for the nail tech as she will need a course of treatments leading up to her big day, not to…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Bronze and Beautyful, Newcastle under Lyme
Radiating positive vibes and an oh-so tropical theme, Bronze and Beautyful is the result of Lauren Lily Lea’s hard work and passion for the beauty industry. “I opened the salon in 2014,” reveals Lauren. “I went from working full time for car hire company with a bedroom beauty salon on the side as a hobby to…
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