Increase your salon’s security
While it’s important for your salon to look good, it is even more important that it is safe. If you’re making changes or refurbishing, you have the chance to build preventive measures for your salon’s overall security. The Metropolitan Police offers advice on how to deter burglars and increase your…
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Nail art hacks with Lecenté
Get the best from your nail art products with these handy tips from the creative team at Lecenté with these videos… About Lecenté Lecenté was founded in 2011 by brother and sister team, Ged and Maria Cientanni. Previously an experienced nail technician and college tutor, fate stepped in when Maria…
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How to market one stroke and aquarelle designs
The sweep of a brush over a nail creating a tonal, delicate creation is mesmerising for the client and a joy to perform for the tech. Striking and a visual feast for the eyes, the blended nature of one stroke and aquarelle designs easily capture attention and creates a talking…
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Why you should check insurance cover when learning new nail techniques
Continued professional development (CPD) ensures that you maintain and enhance the knowledge and skills you need to deliver a professional service to your customers. Constant updating of skills is vital to success in any industry, but it’s especially true in the nail and beauty industry. CPD is about keeping up-to-date…
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How to encourage your clients to try nail art
A small sprinkle of glitter or minimalistic nail art can increase your profits and leave your clients feeling super chic, so take a look at your nail art menu and encourage clients to indulge in a design. There’s a design or style that can suit anyone, and I’ve been known…
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Creating bridal beauty packages in your salon
When tendeding to the nail needs of brides-to-be, ensure you’re also promoting your other skills… “If you offer other services, make sure you let all your potential customers know!” says Kate Sawley, CND™ education ambassador. “Bridal packages are always popular, and don’t forget about the rest of the bridal party,…
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Why should the beauty industry care about waste?
Our TV screens, social feeds and browsers are increasingly flooded with images of beaches, oceans, animals and extreme climates affected by litter, particularly plastics. Many companies are ‘doing their bit’ by re-evaluating packaging and processes, however this is only the tip of the iceberg if we want to dramatically reduce…
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3 ways to ‘spring clean’ your beauty business to reap rewards
Sharon Sandhu, category manager for nails at Salon Services UK & Ireland, shares ideals to spruce up your nail or beauty business and benefit your bottom line… Spring cleaning doesn’t always mean clearing cobwebs and clutter or updating your interior. Indeed, as the high season draws closer and we enter…
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The CBD oil buzz: Why it’s used in beauty products
Cannabis plant oils are growing in popularity in the beauty sector – but are you clear on their strains and benefits? From hemp seed oil to CBD, let’s clear things up. Cannabis is a plant family with two primary classifications; indica and sativa, and cannabis plants contain a variety of…
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Taking care of your pedi tools
Rebecca Crawforth, of Navy Professional, shares her tips for selecting and maintaining the nail tools in your tekking kit… “Invest in your tools and products,” explains Rebecca Crawforth, owner of Navy Professional. “Jobs should be carried out using equipment which makes you feel confident. Scrap cheaper alternatives and invest in…
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Why you should offer one stroke services
The sweep of a brush over a nail creating a tonal, delicate creation is mesmerising for the client and a joy to perform for the tech. Striking and a visual feast for the eyes, the blended nature of one stroke and aquarelle designs easily capture attention and creates a talking…
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Why add salts to your pedi soaks
Pedi season is here! Here, Anu Jarvinen, of Newton Wood shares the benefits of incorporating soaks infused with salts into your service… “Start your pedicure with a proper long soak. I would recommend Newton Wood Epsom Salt crystals to create a luxurious, health and therapeutic soak. “You could also add essential oils…
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Why it’s important to attend beauty industry events
A nail professional is constantly seeking information about upcoming nail trends and innovations. It’s equally – if not more – important to keep your industry knowledge and business skills up-to-date to ensure longevity in your career. Attending workshops and events is a fantastic learning and networking opportunity and also contributes…
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How to create fashion week nail art trends in the salon
Helena Linsky, co-director at Q61 Nail and Beauty Studio, reveals her top nail trends for spring/summer 2019 as seen at fashion week and tips on how to incorporate them into salon life. GILT TRIP Rodarte kicked off the bacofoil-effect trend, with models at its Spring/Summer ‘19 Fashion Week show sporting…
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Points to consider before purchasing nail products
Samantha Sweet, co-founder of nail & beauty distribution & education company, Sweet Squared, offers advice for those looking to enhance their professional nail kit… When buying professional products, you should be looking for a company that asks questions such as what certificates you have. If you don’t have certificates, does…
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