Posts by Kat Hill
Totally tropical treatments with Cuccio Naturale
Offer totally tropic and on-trend hand and foot treatments with Cuccio Naturale’s Coconut scented range. With the refreshing scent of coconut, the products boast a formula seeing bamboo, shea butter, grapeseed and organ oil. The range sees everything needed for a spa-like service. Products include Extended Massage Lotion, Hydrating Heel Treatment and Micro Exfoliation Scrub with sugar cane…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: The Nail Creation Liquid and Powder course, with Aphrodite Nail Systems
Course Details: The Nail Creation Liquid and Powder course is designed to develop application skill and teach preparation and finishing techniques. The course is a 5-day course, run over two separate sessions, allowing the learner to learn the basics to practice. On return, educators will aid with any issues you have and continue with training and the development of skills. The course…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Venus Beauty & Hair, Tavistock, Devon
Tranquil and professional with its green and purple colour scheme, Venus Beauty & Hair was ten years in the making for owner, Kirsty Douglas. “I started Venus back in 2007,“ Kirsty reveals. “At the time, I was home based and working part time. As my business grew I rented spaces in salons while growing my…
Read MoreJANE IREDALE unveils autumn make-up musthaves
Jane Iredale has unveiled its Naturally Glam collection for the autumn season. Perfect for retailing, the new four-piece collection sees Naturally Glam Eye Shadow Kit Gwen Pure Moist Lipstick Paris Just Kissed Me Lip Plumper Clearly Pink Pure Pressed Blush The Naturally Glam collection will be available from September 2017 at www.janeiredale.co.uk.
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: Harmony 101 Gelish DIP Translation Course
Course Details: This is a one day training class for experienced nail enhancement technicians wishing to train in Gelish DIP. On the course you will cover: product chemistry and over exposure; product application; one Colour, pink & white and strength application; tip application with strength for extensions; product control; maintenance and removals; troubleshooting. This course carries 11 CPD…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Beauty & Aesthetics Parlour, Colchester
Striking with its statement wall of mirrors, The Beauty & Aesthetics Parlour, in Colchester, is a home salon that is much more than a pretty face. Owned by Holly Whatling, the new salon is still in its first year. “I knew I always wanted to work for myself,” Holly explains. “I decided that following my maternity leave,…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hannah Missen
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hannah Missen’s clients have been going wild for leopard print designs! “Leopard print designs have been very popular with my clients this summer,” Hannah explains. “I think is the pattern is so fun and perfect for festivals, parties and holidays. “The more pictures I post on…
Read MoreEASY REMOVAL with new Orly GelFx base coat
Cut the time of soak off romoval for Orly GelFx overlays with the brand’s Easy-Off Basecoat. Applied in place of primer and your usual base coat, the new formula sees a soak off in just five minutes. During the soaking process, the remover penetrates through the layers and starts to deteriorate the gel material. The basecoat is…
Read MoreThe Scratch Summer Party & Scratch Stars Awards 2017
Wow… what a night! Here, at HQ we’re still on a high from last night’s Scratch’s Summer Party and Scratch Stars Awards! With 18 categories to award over the evening, London’s Tropicana Beach Club was buzzing with nerves and anticipation as the finalists, sponsors and guests arrived. While eagerly awaiting for the awards to start, cocktails were sipped and canapes…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Becki Hobbs, Becki’s Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Becki Hobbs from Becki’s Beauty has been wearing this bright geometric design. “I created them using four of the new colours from the Gelish Selfie collection,” Becki explains. “I created the design by painting two nails with a white background and then drawing the geometric square design using…
Read MoreSHIINE WITH ASP T3 LED/UV Glitter Gels
ASP has unveiled T3 LED/UV Glitter Gels. With a self levelling formula, these hard gels boasts an intense glittery and super high finish shine finish. Quick and easy to apply, the gel is odour free and also curable with LED as well as UV sources. The range sees three gorgeous glitter; It’s Pink, a glittering magenta;…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: Clean+Easy Intimate Waxing Course
Course Details: Learn how to deliver intimate waxing to your clients in a dignified and professional manner. During the clean+easy Intimate Waxing training you will be shown how pre and post products can reduce pain and hair growth, easiest positions to work in, and hints and tips. Attendees will learn product knowledge, waxing positions, product application, consultation…
Read MoreNew pigment collection from BE CREATIVE
Iconic nail artist, Sam Biddle, has added a new pigment collection to her Be Creative range, and it’s sure to add some drama to your nail designs! The All About The Drama collection sees new shades, including: Love Story, rose gold pink; Melodrama, muted lilac; Drama Queen, midnight blue; Cliffhanger, light blue with sparkle; Tear Jerker,…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Beauty Lounge, Bulford
Having previously honed her craft, in a home salon in Germany catering for UK Forces, their wives and dependants, Gemma Riste’s return to the UK saw her continue her career. Starting off by renting a space at a hairdressers, Gemma quickly outgrew the location as her client base grew. A new location became available and Gemma…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Samantha Moore
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Samantha Moore has found her clients have been requesting glittery encapsulated designs – which they’ve renamed ‘glass nails’! Since I completed my level three qualification, I have found that my personal style and client based lean towards sculpted and encapsulated glitter designs,” Samantha explains.…
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