Posts by Kat Hill
Salon in the Spotlight: Polished Sheffield
Bright pops of yellow contrast against the clean, contemporary lines of Polished Sheffield. Located in Chapeltown, the salon relocated to new premises last year. “We chose to move to be more accessible to clients and offer better parking facilities, too,” reveals Maria. In its new home, the salon’s team are thriving. “We have three members…
Read MoreBrow treatments for over-plucked clients
Kirsten Desai, Brow by Mii educator, reveals her top tips for dealing with over-plucked brow clients… A good set of brows speak a thousand words; brows create a lift and add definition. By using the Brow by Mii bespoke methods and techniques and introducing new products, we will always produce beautiful brows, keeping clients happy…
Read MoreGet Lippy and raise awareness with new campaign
Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) and The Eve Appeal have announced the launch of a new national campaign – Get Lippy. Aiming to raise awareness for gynaecological cancer and break taboos about gynaecological health, the campaign will see brands who have lipsticks, lip gloss, lip balms or any lip products in their range promote the cause.…
Read MoreGo wild for #GARDENBROWS
Quirky Hong Kong-based blogger, Taylor R, has revealed a green-fingered approach to her brow grooming. In an effort to add some greenery to her routine, Taylor created this look by first waxing her brows to create a brushed-up look, before adding a green tinge with a Jeffree Star Cosmetics’ liquid lipstick in the shade, Venus Flytrap.…
Read MoreGet arty with Saint Nails
Unleash your artistry with Saint Nails’ range of 3D Styling Gels. Highly pigment and available in seven colours, the gels are tack-free and can be used in a variety of ways to create artistic effects, including full coverage, design details and carving. For a 3d effect, the gels can also be applied over top coat.…
Read More5 minutes with Kayley Cairns
Tell us about your training… I qualified in Nov. 2009 with CND™ in L&P and have undertaken at least up to four classes every year since, including the the CND™ L&P Masters twice! I’ve trained with Ferieda Lydiatte – and looking forward to more 1-2-1 with her in August – and Gina Silvestero, as well…
Read MoreSpa consultancy suggests welcoming heartbroken clients
A spa consultancy has revealed ‘Break-Up’ spa breaks as a wellness trend to note. Raison d’Etre describes the break as a trip to ‘helps guests adjust to major life changes’ and for those ‘having to ‘break up’ with previous elements of their lives’, including relationships, life changes or even bereavement. The consultancy and its Think…
Read MoreSnap up your ticket to the Susan’s Nail Store Open Day
Fancy upskilling this Sunday? There’s still time to snap up your ticket to the Susan’s Nail Store Open Day. Taking place in Peterborough this Sunday, April 29, the open day will see demos from Zsuzsanna Varga and Petra Jakes, as well as nail art techniques, tips and business advice. Across two sessions, colour theory, colour…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Manor Farm Spa & Clinic and Revive Beauty, Lamport, Northants
“After living in rural Northamptonshire all of my life and always travelling into the town for beauty treatments, I felt there was a need to open a salon within a village,” reveals Tanya. “When driving past a farm in Lamport one day and noticed a sign stating there were ‘barns available’. The lightbulb moment happened!…
Read MoreCEW announces 2018 Beauty Awards winners
CEW has announced the winners of its 2018 CEW Beauty Awards – which has seen Crack Sealer for Happy Feet from the Margaret Dabbs Bare Feet range scoop Best New Hand, Foot or Nail Care Product category. The win follows the brand’s 2017 scoop of the same award for its Cracked Heel Balm from the same range. Professional…
Read MoreGrease is the word! OPI reveals limited-edition collection
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of iconic movie musical, Grease, in collaboration with Paramount Pictures, OPI has revealed a limited-edition collection seeing 12 shades inspired by the film’s bright, fun colours. To celebrate the launch, press were invited to an exclusive event to get a sneak peek at the new shades. I hand jived over to The Parlour at Fortnum &…
Read MoreLecenté reveals two new brushes
Brush up your nail art designs with the latest additions to Lecenté’s range of tools. New for spring, the brand has revealed two new nail art brushes. Featuring a rounded, fluffy head, the Powder Brush (P1) can be used to applying and blending Lecenté powders, as well as removing loose glitter from designs. The Angle…
Read More5 minutes with Erin Adeyemo
Scratch chats to Scratch Stars Awards winner, educator and founder of Nail Gaga, Erin Adeyemo… What do you love most about being an educator? I would have to say seeing a student I’ve taught grow into a successful, professional nail technician is the most rewarding aspect of my role. I enjoy passing my knowledge and experience on…
Read MoreBuying into a brand with confidence
Considering switching brands or adding to your product line up? Angie Gunter, head of education at INK London, shares some areas to consider… “Your chosen brand should offer genuine products that offer longevity and are kind to the natural nail. It should keep up to date with current trends, not just with colours but products…
Read MoreLatest Nimue skincare products revealed at Leeds event
Sweet Squared hosted an intimate event for Nimue Skin Technology customers. Held at S2’s headquarters in Leeds, customers were invited to share their thoughts, ideas and views directly with S2 co-founders, Samuel and Samantha Sweet, and were presented with the latest product launches by European educator for Nimue, Vicky Convey. Brand manager for Nimue, Victoria…
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