6 feet poses to nail pedi photos
Footlogix, Artistic & Famous Names brand ambassador for Sweet Squared, Lily Lou Moore, explains how to master her six go-to feet poses for pedi photos… 1. One foot in front of the other With the client stood, ask them to put one foot in front of the other. I try…
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Points to consider before choosing a nail educator or training provider
Global business & beauty expert, Kim Ford, shares points to consider when choosing a nail or beauty training provider… When searching for a reputable educator, consider their qualifications and experience in the field. They should possess qualifications that demonstrate their expertise in the subject matter they teach, and you should…
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How to elevate & promote pedicure services
Enhance your pedicure confidence and elevate your promotion of the service with top tips from footcare specialist, Denise Spragg, owner of The Sangha House. Feet, right? ‘Ugh, I hate my feet, and I couldn’t bear anyone touching them’ is something I hear so often as a pedicurist. In this article, I…
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Salon in the Spotlight: The Apothecary Room, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Transforming a plain grey office space into a moody maximalist nail studio carefully curated with curiosities, oddities and antiques, April Kitson wanted to reflect a dark academia aesthetic through her salon décor. “My personal style is heavily influenced by Stevie Nicks and Morticia Addams, so I’ve used vintage and thrifted…
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Nail Tech Talk: Bethany Mann of Beth’s Beauty
Hand-painted nail artist, Bethany Mann of Beth’s Beauty, Cambridge, shares her love for creating detailed designs and reveals where she finds inspiration for her bright and bold artistry… Having had a passion for nails from a young age, Bethany loved art and studied the subject in school, which inspired her…
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Revealed: the top 10 nail trends of 2024 so far
Research from beauty and wellness marketplace, Fresha, has uncovered the most popular global nail trends of the year. Analysing video and view counts on Tiktok, the number of hashtags on Instagram and overall social media engagement, the company has compiled the top ten nail trends that have captured worldwide attention…
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Nail Tech Talk: Carla Brannan of Gelled Pretty
Following her success in winning two Scratch Snap competitions, Carla Brannan of Gelled Pretty shares her nail art journey and goals for 2024… Carla recalls a lifelong passion for beauty, having always known that her career would be in the industry. “I loved anything to do with hair, make-up and…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Eleven Kings, Royston
Explore Eleven Kings salon as Jess Dickerson discusses its pink and green colour scheme and reveals her future plans in the beauty industry… Despite not enjoying doing her own nails, Jess loved the idea of styling others’ nails. In October 2021, she enrolled in training with Next Step Beauty via…
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Searching for a new nail or beauty role? An expert shares CV, interview & trade test tips
Linda Hill, founder of award-winning aesthetic and beauty recruitment agency, Linda Hill Recruitment, expert speaker & best-selling author of Beauty Therapist to Entrepreneur, answers questions about how to make a job application shine… What should nail and beauty pros look for in a job listing? Location. Reputation of the company…
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Find out the top 10 nail trends for spring 2024
Analysing search volume data on Pinterest, discount platform, Wethrift, has revealed the 10 most popular spring nail trends for 2024. Wethrift reports searches for ‘spring nails’ increasing by 1011% on Pinterest, seeing a shift away from the deep and moody palette of autumn and winter with the return of pastel…
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