Posts by Kat Hill
2016 SEES HIGH DEMAND for iiaa training
Last year saw a record high in demand for iiaa training. Across its three brand areas of Advanced Nutrition Programme, Environ and Jane Iredale, over five thousand training spaces were booked across the iiaa training centres in the UK and Ireland. “2016 has been such an amazing year,” Clare Muir, director of training for the iiaa enthuses. “We are so proud…
Read MoreTHE CREATIVE Beauty Group unveils new collection
Dream of jetting off to shimmering shores in far away destinations with the latest collection from Gel II. Perfect for soaking up the sun and dipping your toes in the sea, the Seaside Shimmer Collection features a rich mix of subtle hues and vivid colours that transition from spring to summer. The polish shades include: G226…
Read MoreTake the dip with new GELISH SYSTEM
The Gelish team has unveiled the latest addition to its product line up – Gelish Dip System. The new acrylic dip system will see 120 colours available, including crèmes, glitters, shimmers, metallics and five French shades. The shades also match to existing Gelish and Morgan Taylor shades in addition. The French Dip Jar included in the…
Read MoreOrganic beauty blooms with sales up 13%
New research from the Soil Association’s Organic Beauty and Wellbeing Market Report has revealed that the sales of certified organic and natural beauty products saw an increase. The report also noted key trends to keep an eye on, including the hot trend of beauty products containing extracts from unusual food ingredients, such as cactus and…
Read MoreNOVALASH crowns UK technician as Lash Artist of the Year
NovaLash has named UK technician, Sarah-Anne Barham, Lash Artist of the Year in the brand’s annual LASHoff competition. For the first time ever, NovaLash opened its competition to NovaLash Certified artists around the world, giving UK and Ireland-based NovaLash artists the opportunity to showcase their skills and creativity for a chance scoop one of two awards, the…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Harvey’s Nails, Staffordshire
A real labor of love, the newly decorated Harvey’s Nails has been the result of years of hard work and perseverance from owner, Samantha Harvey. Starting out in the nail industry 12 years ago, Samantha’s career has seen many ups and downs including illness and salon relocations. Despite that, Samantha decided to be brave and…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Alicia Clough, Lunula Nails and Beauty
We want to see what designs are trending at your nail desks! Alicia Clough, of Lunula Nails and Beauty, has found requests for cosmic nails have skyrocketed. “One of my regular clients, who always likes to set me a challenge, asked for cosmic nails,” Alicia explains, “Now, it has sparked off a bit of a trend at…
Read MoreTEAM CND™ create nail look for Simone Rocha at LFW
Saturday saw Team CND™ – headed by nail expert, Marian Newman – created a beautifully diverse look for the range of models at the showcase for Simone Rocha’s ready-to-wear collection for AW17 at London Fashion Week. Held at Lancaster House, near Buckingham Palace, the show saw a collection of embroidered bright floral details, feminised utility…
Read MoreJANE IREDALE unveils new-look product
The team at Jane Iredale have revealed the brand’s Mystikol Collection make-over. Perfect for retailing to clients, the eye make up has staying power of a liquid, can be smudged like a powder or pencil. With a built-in, removable brush in the lid, the make-up is perfect for popping in handbag or clients on the…
Read MoreThe Spa at The Midland partners with WELLNESS FOR CANCER
Manchester’s city centre spa, The Spa at The Midland, has partnered with Wellness for Cancer, a non-profit educational foundation that provides cancer therapy training to spas and wellness facilities. Wellness for Cancer has specifically trained and certified The Spa at The Midland to provide services for guests who have experienced or who are currently living with…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Lauren Holmes, Nailed It Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Lauren Holmes, of Nailed It Beauty, wanted to celebrate her industry in the best way she knew – with nails, of course! “On the 17th of February, I will have been self employed running Nailed It Beauty for four years,” Lauren beams. “It has been the…
Read MoreNOVALASH announces UK brand ambassadors
NovaLash has announced its LASHoff finalists as UK brand ambassadors. For the first time ever, the annual NovaLash LASHoff competition opened its doors in the UK and Ireland. This year saw two UK lash artists reach the final stage of the competition. Kate Baxter, from The Dolls House in Inverness, and Sarah-Anne Barham, from Sarah-Anne’s Beauty in…
Read MoreSHIMMY AND SHAKE with Semilac’s new collection
Clients will be ready to hit the dancefloor with the latest Semilac offering. The Dance Flow collection sees nine new glitter colours in Semilac UV Hybrid formula. The new shades are sure to add a sparkle to your services as the palette was inspired by iconic dances from around the world. Aptly named, the colours range…
Read MoreMARGARET DABBS unveils trio of new shades
Nail care brand, Margaret Dabbs London, has added three new nail polish shades to its award-winning range. The new shades are Black Rose, a deep purple-aubergine, Pink Blossom, a sheer pink, and Morning Glory, a dark grey/blue. Chic in style, each polish is richly pigmented with a long-lasting formula that leaves nails with a rosy scent.…
Read MoreSALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT A Little TLC Studio, Guildford
With its pretty wallpaper and fresh feel, A Little TLC Nail Studio in Guildford started life as quite a different environment – one not as welcoming, as owner Tina Campbell explains. “A year ago, the salon was a dirty garage but now it’s my stunning salon. “I offer all aspects of nail enhancements, polish, gel…
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