Posts by Kat Hill
Win a CND SHELLAC™ Beginners Course!
Whether you’re looking to add CND SHELLAC™ to your salon menu or know a newbie desperate for a break into the industry, CND Academy Newcastle is offering one lucky winner the chance for a career change. Up for offer is a CND SHELLAC™ Beginners Course and kit at the CND Academy Newcastle. The prize-winner will…
Read MorePASTILLE celebrates refurbishment
The Scratch Stars 2016 finalist, Pastille Beauty Bar toasted its recent refurbishment in style with an invite-only event – celebrating everything the salon has to offer! “We essentially re-launched the whole business,” explains Erene Wynn Hadjiioannou, co-founder and manager. “This involved a HR overhaul, re-designing our website, being extra attentive to our social media, giving our…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Kayley Cairns
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Scratch Stars 2017 Finalist, Kayley Cairns has been wearing this timelessly chic red half moon design. “These nails were super easy yet look striking,” Kayley remarks. “I sculpted a full set of nude almonds before painting the scarlet hue Classy in Akzentz Luxio. I then added added…
Read MoreCEW announces winners at 2017 Beauty Awards
CEW has announced the winner of the 2017 CEW Beauty Awards – which saw The Nourishing Cracked Heel Balm for Happy Feet from Margaret Dabbs’s Bare Feet range scoop Best New Hand, Foot or Nail Care Product category. More than 400 CEW members and accompanying guests gathered to celebrate the 2017 CEW Beauty Awards at the London Hilton on…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: Waxperts Beginners Course
Course Details: Award-winning Irish brand Waxperts has been creating smooth-to-touch, hair-free body-happiness for more than six years. Waxperts wax is super-flexible, pliable and suitable for all skin-types; there is no cracking, braking or burning, ensuring a comfortable service, also thanks to it education and application techniques. For beginner waxers, this course covers all facial, underarm, arms, legs…
Read MoreConsumers feel mislead about ORGANIC BEAUTY LABELLING
A national independent survey has reveals that 76% of consumers feel misled by some labelling on beauty products. The new research, released as part of the Soil Association’s Campaign for Clarity, shows that 72% of people said they would lose trust in a beauty brand that made misleading claims about being organic. The Soil Association’s Come…
Read MoreROXANNE CAMPBELL reveals summer shades
Session tech turned lacquer line creator, Roxanne Campbell has unveiled her Summer Collection. Featuring three new vivid hues, the collection includes: Violets Are Blue, a high voltage violet Off To Jamaica, a hot coral tone Sitting Pretty, a bright magenta pink. The lacquers are long-lasting and rich in colour. Made in the UK, the line…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Lauren Holmes, Nailed It Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Lauren Holmes, owner of Nailed It Beauty, has been getting in the swing of spring with plenty of floral nail requests. “Everyone has been asking for floral nails!” Lauren laughs, “Unlike some nail art trends, flowers have no age limit! Even for people who…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Karen Heron
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Karen Heron celebrated her birthday with a stylish nail look to match her Swarovski watch. “The watch was a gift from my husband,” Karen smiles. “I thought these nails would look nice with it! Using Gelish shades I Or-chid You Not, Magic Within with Magpie glitter,…
Read MoreMOYOU LONDON takes you to Mexico
Meet Maria and MoYou-London’s Mexico stamping plate collection! Consisting of eight new plates, the collection is a swirl of Aztec-inspired patterns, Day of the Dead skulls, fiery fiesta flowers and tile designs. Perfect for the summer, the plates boasts striking designs that add art to your client’s manicure in a scrape and stamp. Available in…
Read MoreJUMBO SHELLAC shades available this weekend only
Stock up this bank holiday weekend with jumbo sized CND™ Shellac™ shades! For the the May Bank Holiday, Sweet Squared has unveiled the limited edition Jumbo Shellac. More than double the size of a normal Shellac™ shade, these 15ml bottles are perfect for stocking up on your favourite shades in the run up to the summer season – all…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: OPI GelColor Artist Series
Course Details: Up your nail art game with OPI’s GelColor Artist Series Design Gels and its corresponding training day. Learn how to use the brand’s gel colours, allowing you to unleash your inner artist with the pigment-rich, high-intensity gels that can create striking designs. A model is not required and a kit will be supplied. Duration: 1 day (10am –…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sparkle Beauty, Skelmersdale
Originally dissuaded from a career in nails and beauty in favour of a more ‘professional’ career, Suzanne Edge knew her true calling could’t be ignored. Now with her new career and salon, she’s never been happier. “I’d always known I wanted to be a nail technician but my family felt I should concentrate on a…
Read MoreGo pretty pink with CRYSTAL PARADE
Add some girly glamour to your nail services with the latest launch from Crystal Parade. In a handy packet of mixed sized Swarovskis, this collection of No Hot Fix Crystals will be available in a new Cute Mood Mix – a selection of pretty pink tones. The pack of 200 sees sizes ss5 – ss10 in a variety of colours…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Alexandra Cassells
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! “I think floral nails for spring will always be popular but the cooler colours and edgier designs keep it fresh and modern,” explains Alexandra Cassells. “My clients always look to me to give them something a little different, and unique – they never have…
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