Business & Education
Gel polish: No, it’s not bad for you – as long as these 3 rules are followed
Nail techs are reporting an increase in client concerns about the safety of gel polish. Here’s everything you need to know to alleviate anxiety… 1. Learn the facts about TPO Growing concern surrounding gel manicures and pedicures has largely come from the EU’s 1 September 2025 ban of TPO: an ingredient found in gel nail…
Read MoreExpert explains why simple & authentic nail content wins on social media
Nail content creator, Zoya Mac, shares social media advice to raise your business profiles and elevate your content… A lot of the people who attend my workshops or send me messages ask the same question: ‘What content should I be creating?‘. Very often, behind that question, there’s something else going on: overthinking. Everyone knows what…
Read MoreWhy do we get cracked heels & how can dry feet be treated?
One of the most common foot conditions – and a source of discomfort and embarrassment for many, cracked heels are prevalent year-round. Read on for maintenance tips and treatment tricks… Research by footcare brand, Scholl, reveals that one in three people in the UK feel ashamed or embarrassed of their feet, with one of the…
Read MoreBasic to BOSS: Leeds nail tech creates online course to help pros master the fundamentals
Sometimes, moving forward in your career means taking a step back and returning to the basics. That’s exactly what Mollie Hiles is encouraging others to do with the launch of education programme, Basic to BOSS. The nail tech, educator and salon owner explains how mastering the fundamentals helped her build her own nail business, establish…
Read MoreGreat Britain’s TPO ban: what it means for nail products, suppliers & techs
Trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide (TPO), a photoinitiator that helps gel nail products cure quickly under UV light and maintain colour stability, is now banned from cosmetic products placed on the market in Great Britain. This follows the ban of the ingredient within the EU cosmetics market that was enforced on 1 September 2025. “In January, the…
Read More3 steps to increase your beauty treatment prices without guilt
Beauty business mentor, Stevey Powell, shares how she teaches pros to confidently increase their service prices in three steps… The thought of raising your prices can feel overwhelming and downright scary. You can feel guilty and worried about losing clients. But here’s the secret: it’s all about how you frame it. You don’t have to…
Read MoreCan a manicure last 7 weeks? The truth from a nail expert
Sarah Akhtyrska is an international nail competitor, Nailympia winner, educator, judge & speaker. Originally from Ukraine, Sarah relocated to the USA in 2022, where she co-founded A-SKY Studio in Manhattan. She is the creator of the Clean Nail Extension Technique (CNET), which has been used in salons across the globe since 2019. Here, she explores what happens to natural nails…
Read MoreMy social media was hacked – here’s what it taught me about marketing my nail business
The Nail Hub education coordinator, Victoria Taylor, reveals how a negative social media experience changed her mindset and approach to business marketing… Long before Instagram reels, hashtags and viral videos, there was another kind of marketing. It wasn’t glamorous, and it certainly wasn’t instant – but it worked. When I joined the nail industry in…
Read MoreNail pros share how to achieve the perfect chrome application
Chrome designs have become a staple style for anyone looking to elevate their nails with a pop of metallic magic. However, chrome application can prove tricky, with many nail techs struggling to achieve the desired finish. We asked nail experts how to avoid common issues and ensure a fabulous finish every time… “Whether it’s used…
Read MoreIngrown nails & greenies: how to manage them as a nail tech
Have clients presented you with conditions like ingrown nails or greenies, but you’ve felt unsure about whether you should continue their appointments? Read on to freshen up your initial training and note the natural nail conditions that require medical intervention. While nail professionals should refrain from making medical diagnoses, it’s important to be aware of…
Read MoreCuticle oil: what is its purpose & how often should it be applied?
‘Remember to oil your cuticles’ is a phrase we’ve all heard countless times. But what is cuticle oil and what are its benefits? We’ve rounded up everything you need to know… To understand the importance of cuticle oil, it is first essential to know what the cuticle is and its role. “The cuticle is a…
Read More14 nail & beauty podcasts to listen to in 2026
We’ve scoured podcasting platforms for shows to keep nail and beauty pros company in the salon and beyond… Clawgasmic Nail Tech Talks Launched in 2021, this podcast serves to ‘help, educate and inspire nail technicians and artists from all over the world’. Educator, mentor & co-founder of the Clawgasmic online support platform, Chantelle Johnson, hosts…
Read MoreHow nail techs can manage unreasonable client expectations
Session nail stylist & salon owner, Marie-Louise Coster, shares how to set clear boundaries around what clients should expect from treatments… Recently, I had a client visit me for a gel manicure and tell me that ‘her cuticles didn’t need doing’, ‘the appointment should only take 40 minutes’ and her nail look is ‘guaranteed to last…
Read MoreHow nail techs can take time off without losing income
Nail business mentor, Hannah Clayton, shares how nail pros can enjoy time off without financial stress… Beauty professionals deserve time off, but every summer I see the same pattern happening with nail techs in my community. The week before they leave for a holiday, they squeeze in extra clients to ‘make up’ for being away. While…
Read MoreOnychomycosis: how to recognise, prevent & treat fungal nail infections
Onychomycosis – also known as nail mycosis or a fungal infection, is a condition that is primarily caused by fungi that thrive in warm, damp environments. While it most commonly affects toenails, fingernails can also become infected. Here’s what causes it, how to prevent it and the best treatment options… Fungal nail infections are particularly…
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