Over 1 million beauty tools sent to landfill each month
New data from tool manufacturer, Navy Professional, has revealed that an estimated 1.3 million beauty tools are being sent to landfill as waste each month in the UK. Shocked at the findings, founder of Navy Professional, Rebecca Crawforth, launched the company as a sustainable beauty tool business, designed to reduce waste…
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Libby Barthuly on nail art, music & the Fingerbang team
We caught up with Libby Barthuly, of Fingerbang, Portland, USA, about her favourite designs to create and the nail team at Fingerbang… What is your all-time favourite nail product? I love anything that glitters; mylar, foils, gems and charms. I want these nails to blind you from across the room. Who…
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Raison d’Etre shares tips on how to avoid therapist burnout
In a job which is dedicated to caring for others and one that can have lots of back to back appointments, many spa therapists forget to give themselves breaks throughout the day or even the time to rest and stretch between clients. Spa therapists are on their feet all day…
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Ibiza calling…for bold, bright nails
Suzanne Clayton of Souz Nails & Beauty and Souz & Co blogs for Scratch following an exciting fashion nails opportunity in Ibiza – at which she and a team were called upon to share their skills… “In February 2019, I was asked to start a fashion nail team, Nails by…
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Robbie Tomkins reveals what’s in his kit bag
Here, I’m giving you a little peek inside my kit bag – I’m going to reveal the products I love, the ones I simply couldn’t live without and my Fashion Week essentials. I’ve never worked in a salon, so I’ve only ever worked with a session kit. The obvious main…
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Keep your money safe with these security tips
According the Office for National Statistics’ Crime Survey for England and Wales, last year saw an 8% increase in overall theft offences estimated. While the survey noted a 3% decrease in burglaries, the adage ‘prevention is better than cure’ still rings true. Saving both time and money in the long…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Emma Brock, The NailDresser
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Emma Brock, of The NailDresser, revealed neon animal print has been popular with her clients recently. “Neon and animal print is everywhere at the moment. So when Lecenté mixed the two together with a foil in their summer collection…
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MANI MONDAY: Subtle shimmer
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Sometimes – emphasis on the ‘sometimes’ – less is more, and this is proved perfectly by Aimee, of @thelacquerlassie, who created a stunning set of pointed almond nails on herself for a trip to Oslo. The design…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Sherrine Jermy, Sherrine’s Sparklies
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sherrine Jermy, of Sherrine’s Sparklies, wears nude nails with nature-inspired detailing. “I used Premier Gel’s LBG in Paris with a layer of INK London Additions Clear Holographic in Pearl. I then used water colour inks to create the green-yellow ‘clouds’.…
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How to market to male clients
The male beauty market is booming as salons see men make up one in five clients*, indulging in their appearance through treatments such as manicures and pedicures, waxing and tanning. We witness old-fashioned stigmas attached to men paying ‘too much’ attention to their appearance or the notions that a ‘real…
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How to market male grooming services
Are you boosting your beauty business by opening up your doors and treatments to male clients? Here, the experts reveal how to market yourself successfully… “You already have a strong female clientele base and these clients may have husbands, boyfriends, fathers, brothers, uncles and friends – all potential customers at your…
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Tracy Sutton shares five ways to limit your impact on the environment
Our industry’s war with waste is significant. Public awareness surrounding packaging, plastic pollution and the environment is at its highest due to media coverage, new regulations and reports. No one knows the absolute right thing to do in order to solve the issue, and everyone has different values and approaches,…
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Why it’s important to charge your worth
In the nail industry, we are fortunate to have such a rewarding career. However, with this in mind it is still important to remember that you, along with your peers, educators and colleagues are all running a business. Remember you’re not a charity, if you want to help people you…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Chelsea O’Connor, Nails By Chelsea
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, reveals neon ombré looks have been popular with her clients recently. “Ombré has always been one of my most popular requests, especially during the summer time when the neon brights come back around…
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MANI MONDAY: Candy floss rainbow
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We’re a sucker for pastel candy floss tones any day of the week, but we are especially loving the candy floss hues in this oh-so sweet nail design created by Rosemarie Jones at The Nail Bar, Owestry.…
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