Posts by Kat Hill
WHAT I’M WEARING: Nicola Cooper
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Nicola Cooper fancied a pop of purple for her upcoming Easter break. “I’m currently wearing an overlay on my natural nails using a gel in a opaque pink shade,” Nicola explains. “I buffed and smoothed my nails, before applying two coats of CND SHELLAC shade, Beckoning Begonia.…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: LCN Elite Diamond Microdermabrasion
Course Details: This one day course aims to teach the attendee the knowledge required to preform popular Microdermabrasion treatments. You will learn: Health and hygiene Anatomy and physiology Client consultation Contra-indications Microdermabrasion treatment Ultrasound therapy Hot and cold therapy Wellness facial Product knowledge Client aftercare Retail opportunities Requirements: Level Two Beauty Therapy or equivalent required Cost: £2,515 + VAT. Price includes training,…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Little Luxury, Warrington, Cheshire
With only four weeks to prepare the salon for its opening before Christmas, owner Kayleigh Marley had a lot of work to do, but the results of Little Luxury stun. With its purple and grey theme, the salon is a tranquil and welcoming space. After the salon’s many guises over the years, from a side…
Read MoreSIENNA X unveils stylish new packaging
Sienna X has unveiled a stylish new look to its professional range of tanning solutions. The newly repackaged collection sees seven products, including tanning solutions, barrier cream, tan wipes and an exfoliating spritz – all in elegant rose gold and cream toned branding. “It’s important for the Sienna X brand to evolve and improve; not only…
Read MoreNAIL TECHNICIAN places in Create the Look competition
An Ipswich-based beauty therapy student has placed 3rd in a UK-wide search for the nation’s top up-and-coming stylist. Create the Look, hosted by business insurance provider, SME Insurance Services (SMEi), called on budding hair stylists, make-up artists, beauticians, and nail technicians from across the UK to showcase their most inspired creations, highlighting the nation’s new…
Read MoreCOURSE BITES: Cuccio System Conversion Course
Course Details: Choosing between Cuccio’s Revolution acrylic system, T3 UV hard gel system or the new T3 LED versatility gel system, this one day conversion course is designed for attendees to acquire specific product application training on how to use the Cuccio version of a system already trained in. Requirements: This course is ideal for experienced nail technician Cost: £100 plus VAT…
Read MorePRE-WORK OUT selfies boost make-up sales
Do you wear make-up to work out? With the hashtag #gymselfie used on Instagram more than 1.4 million times, more women are posting selfies pre-work out and boosting their use – and buying – of make-up. New research has cited the growing popularity of wearing make-up for fitness to an increase in the sale of…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The Nail Shack, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
After honing her craft in a busy salon and a rented room in a hairdressers, Sinead Bulley grew her client base sufficiently to go it alone. Sinead’s career took a new turn when she converted her garden room into a stylish home nail salon. “The salon offers a wide range of designs, glitters and colours to…
Read MoreCEW announces 2017 award finalists
CEW has announce the finalists of the 2017 CEW Beauty Awards. The professional organisation unites professionals from across the beauty industry, while the awards recognise product innovation and creativity in the sector. In its 25th year, the announcement son finalists sees The Nourishing Cracked Heel Balm for Happy Feet from Margaret Dabbs’s Bare Feet range…
Read MoreMORGAN TAYLOR unveils new stamping kits
Stamp your way to speedy nail art designs in the salon with the latest launch from Morgan Taylor. The Designer Plates Nail Art Stamping Kits are available in geometric, floral and celebration themed collections. Each kit contains two stamping plates, with each plate including 14 designs, as well as sleeve protectors, a scraper and clear…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Sarah Painter, Glamour Beauty Salon
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sarah Painter, of Glamour Beauty Salon, creating this glowing design for glamorous night out. “These nails were created for a casino themed night,” Sarah reveals. “I thought it would be a fun, different and a good talking point. Unfortunately, I found out I’m not as good…
Read MoreKnow the nail mail regulations
There were some recent changes made to the postal system that you need to know if you’re putting nail products through the post. Whether you’re posting out retail sales to clients or a just lacquer lover, failing to comply with the guidelines could even see your parcel disposed of. Save yourself disappointment and swot up…
Read MoreNail styles to note from the OPI Trend Tour
On Friday I was lucky enough to get creative at the OPI Trend Tour for spring/ summer 2017. Held at the Wella Studio, London, the day course saw attendees try their hand at some of the nail art trends predicted for the upcoming season – as well as the chance to play with the new colour collection,…
Read MoreVAT FREE SAVINGS with Salon Services
It’s time for a super spring clean and salon spruce up! From nail desks to reception desks, mobile beauty cases to lamps, Salon Services is offering VAT-free savings across salon equipment and furniture throughout this month. With hundreds of pro products available, the offer is only available through March – so be quick! Only available for…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Sophie Hudd, Rainbow Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sophie Hudd of Rainbow Nails is ready for spring thanks to a fresh, floral look. “Although these nails weren’t for a special occasion, I wanted to show off my new Magpie Beauty Gel Colours to my clients,” explains Sophie. “I chose to do a nice…
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