Posts by Rebecca Hitchon
Nail tech creates education subscription site to support learning needs of pros
Scratch chats to Chloe Corbishley-Bull, nail artist and founder of education subscription platform Pretty Little You Academy, about her membership service and its benefits for fellow pros… For Chloe, from Stamford, Lincolnshire, the time that coronavirus lockdowns brought was a chance to revaluate her nail career. The nail artist, who spent a year building up her…
Read MoreOne quarter of beauty pros could be out of work following furlough scheme end
The British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC), has revealed that one quarter of beauty professionals could lose their jobs now that the UK government’s furlough scheme, set up to support businesses throughout the coronavirus lockdowns, has ended. The scheme, which allowed workers to receive up to 80% of their wages while the coronavirus…
Read MoreNailchemy add to Genesis Acrylic range with 8 timeless autumnal shades
Nailchemy has launched the Twilight collection, its rich, eight-piece coloured acrylic offering for autumn 2021. Available in 20g sizes, the matte hues are: Sundown – the perfect pumpkin orange. Daybreak – a warm mustard hue. Dusk – a soft, smoky grey. Evenfall – a rich chocolate brown. Dark Forest – a vivid forest green. Witching…
Read MoreStyle savvy? Astonishing Nails’ autumn/winter gel polish collection is made for fashionistas
To mark the autumn/winter season, professional acrylic and gel systems brand Astonishing Nails has released a gel polish collection inspired by autumn/winter 2021 Fashion Week trends. One in A Million comprises six shades, ranging from rich green to mustard yellow, which reflect the colours dominating the runway and street style this fashion season. The collection…
Read MoreHaircuts4Homeless launches Crowdfunder for book that will give 100% of proceeds to the charity
The charity Haircuts4Homeless, which works to give homeless people a confidence boost and make them feel less isolated through a haircut, has launched a Crowdfunder page to raise funds for the printing costs of a book, which will see all proceeds going to the charity. ‘Hear Me, See Me’ is a black and white coffee…
Read MoreLight Elegance unveils 12 nail colours for autumn inspired by travel
Are you dreaming of visiting faraway places? Let Light Elegance take you on a journey with its autumn 2021 collection Venture Into Beauty – 12 shades inspired by the beauty of travel and discovering new landscapes. Rich browns and taupes make up the collection, which is available in Colour and Glitter Gel, as well as…
Read MoreIndiana nail tech scoops Season 8 NAILS Next Top Artist (NTNA) title
The NAILS Next Top Nail Artist (NTNA) competition (Season 8) concluded on 4 October, with Emily Nash (@nailsbyem) announced as the winner following 10 weeks of weekly challenges. The online nail art and design competition, launched by NAILS magazine and sponsored by CND, aims to showcase the world’s most talented nail professionals. Nash, who is…
Read MoreCosy up with HD Pro Nails’ 8-piece Winter Warmers acrylic powder collection
Multi award-winning and globally renowned nail artist, Hazel Dixon, has extended her line of nail products, with the Winter Warmers acrylic powder collection for autumn/winter 2021. Comprising eight pre-mixed flat and shimmer coloured acrylics with a velvety smooth finish, the hues to help clients embrace the new season while staying on-trend. Whether clients seek a…
Read MoreShow that you’re a Nail Boss with NAF! PRO workwear & accessories
NAF! PRO, supplier of retail and pro products for nailists, has added four items to its ‘merch’ range. Joining its existing line of aprons and tops is a striped long-sleeved ‘Tough As Nails’ top and a snuggly ‘NailBoss’ hoodie, available in pastel pink and grey in sizes S to XXL. Also in the release is…
Read MoreSweet Squared launches Academy2 platform to inspire & educate beauty pros
Nail and beauty distributor & training provider, Sweet Squared, has launched education platform Academy2 to make learning more accessible for industry professionals. The platform offers Sweet Squared’s award-winning HABIA (Hair and Beauty Industry Authority) accredited course programme, with a mix of online and in-person teaching. This allows more professionals to fit learning into their schedules…
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