Posts by Sophie Nutt
Sheffield salon stars in E4’s Super Salon TV show
Sheffield-based salon, the StyleBar, is opening it’s doors to the nation by starring in it’s own reality TV series on E4, revealing the trials and triumphs that come with running such a business. Inspired by the sheer size of the salon, the TV series has been dubbed The Super Salon and the first episode airs tonight (Monday…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Yellow lines
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! The team at Paintbox nail studio, located in the heart of SoHo, Manhattan, tended to the nails of executive assistant at Glossier, Priscilla Quaye, and we love the minimalism of the chic and on-trend manicure. Following a natural nail manicure finished with a…
Read MoreLCN reveals #FallOhMe autumn/winter collection
LCN has revealed its latest collection for autumn/winter, #FallOhMe. Taking inspiration from the selfie generation, the collection is available in polish, Colour Gel, and Recolution gel polish formulas. The collection includes the aptly-named hues: Tag Me – a creamy cardinal red Hashtag – a creamy brownish purple Selfie – a creamy dark purple Glam Light…
Read MoreThink pink with new Dr.’s Remedy nail collection
Dr.’s Remedy Enriched Nail Care has revealed a duo of pink tones to suit. Beloved Blush is a nail lacquer laced with subtle blue undertones to make a cool cotton candy crème that is bold enough against skin tones yet neutral enough to wear everyday. Reflective Rosé glistens with flecks of shimmer chrome, making for…
Read MoreHD Brows launches retail packages to boost client purchasing
With an increase of interest and desire for makeovers and renewing products, HD Brows has revealed its retail packages to enable clients to take away the products used during their treatment. Available at a range of price points, the packages are priced accordingly in order to make them as accessible as possible to each HD…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Toni Honey, Toni Honey Nail & Beauty Academy
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Toni Honey, of Tony Honey Nail & Beauty Academy, reveals that soft, nude marble designs have been popular with her clients recently. “I think it’s been requested so much due to the marble craze still being so popular on Instagram and all over social…
Read MoreKickstart your tanning career with Sienna X spray tan kit
Get all of the training and essentials needed to add tanning services to your treatment menu with the Sienna X Bronze Professional Kit package. Providing therapists with all of the necessities, including the its True Touch Machine, two litres of solution and pop-up cubicle, the Sienna X package also enables you to become a certified…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Wild thing
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Animal print is everywhere at the minute with both high fashion and highstreet retailers embracing the likes of leopard and zebra prints across collections. Offer clients a taste of the trend to compliment or stylishly clash with their wardrobe by extending animal…
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, wears rainbow-inspired nails for a cute and funky look. “To create these nails I used Gelish Cover Pink Structure Gel as my base colour over a layer of nude, so it wasn’t sheer. Then, with the six different colours…
Read MorePersonalise lash looks with new Marvelash styles from Salon System
Offer an oh-so personalised look for your lash extensions services and extend your variations with four new Marvelash styles from Salon System. Perfect for every individual request, the styles include… Marvelash Russian 0.07 C & D Double Layer: A double layer of Russian C & D curl lashes that allows technicians to create a feathery,…
Read MoreThe importance of a well-lit workstation for nail technicians
As a nail professional, you rely on your vision for precise product application, so make life a little easier and prevent strain with adequate task lighting. Hannah Robertson, Nail Harmony UK South West educator, explains, “If you don’t have great light to work in as a nail tech, you can strain your eyesight but also…
Read MoreOffer nude shades to suit with Orly’s The New Neutral collection
Inspired by the seasonal transition into autumn, the latest shades from Orly serve up nude hues for individual client taste. Boasting a palette of muted brick red, earthy rose pink and dusty olive green shades, the collection is available in two formulas – nail lacquer and Gel FX – depending on the client’s desired wear…
Read More#TRENDINGTUESDAY Sara Wilfred, Sara’s Nail & Lash Boutique
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Sara Wilfred, of Sara’s Nail & Lash Boutique, reveals that the simple but glamorous combination of bright pink hues and holographic feature nails have been popular with her clients recently. “This design shouts summer – and we don’t have long left before the winter…
Read MoreMANI MONDAY: Tropical talons
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Talented tech and session stylist, Morena Sanguini, created this fabulous floral design for one of her clients and has us longing for an autumn getaway to a tropical destination. Morena used ibd hard gel and Kiara Sky products for the striking nail…
Read MoreWHAT I’M WEARING: Beatrix Szabo, Beatrix Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Beatrix Szabo, of Beatrix Nails, opts for an elegant pinky-nude design, complete with delicate flower artistry and crystal embellishments. “I love white against nude colours with a touch of glitter – and the inspiration for these came from wedding nails! One of my clients is…
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