Treatment Focus: An African pedicure in the heart of Herts
I was invited to observe an African Pedicure delivered by a beauty therapist in a village called Bassingbourn in Hertfordshire. Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, Emma Grant moved to the UK in 2014 after getting married. A trained therapist with 15 years’ experience, Emma is also qualified in hairdressing,…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Laura Shep, Nail It Byfleet
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Laura Shep, of Nail It Byfleet, wears a delicate floral design. “I created the look using gel polishes that I mixed to create the colours I wanted and used a detailer brush to create the flowers. I used a lavender…
How to capitalise on festival beauty needs
Sharon Sandhu, category manager for nails at Salon Services UK & Ireland, serves up advice and ideas for capitalising on beauty needs for festivals this summer… Summer is just around the corner, which means festival season is about to begin – and whether people are planning on going to a…
Breakfast with Grow by Hair Gain
Yesterday I was invited to attend an exciting launch event for a new hair supplement called Grow by Hair Gain, harnessing the power of the pea shoot to give dramatic hair growth results. Boasting a rate of 78% hair growth in just one month of use, the supplement was designed…
Salon in the Spotlight: Sugaring London, Notting Hill
Step inside Sugaring London – a sunny studio that specialises in waxing treatments, that has been working with Treatwell and Public Health England to champion the Life Saving Wax campaign… “I came up with the concept of Sugaring London soon after the birth of my second son, Forrest,” smiles Tanja…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Chree, Chreeative Nails
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Laura Chree, of Chreeative Nails, reveals ombré designs and alternative tips have been popular with her clients recently, especially when paired with a summery hue. “I feel this design has been increasing in popularity recently because its a simple…
Why & how you need to perfect your filing technique
Having a well-structured filing routine that is repeated on every single nail is paramount for success and consistency when finishing and filing your nail enhancements. Many nail technicians rely on filing to fix any issues from poor application. However, filing should only be used to refine and perfect application techniques,…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Bec Dawber, Bec Dawber Nail Artist
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Bec Dawber, of Bec Dawber Nail Artist, wears a Game Of Thrones-inspired manicure featuring a lot of hand painted artwork. “I am a massive Game Of Thrones fan and wanted to do something to commemorate the final season – plus,…
The journey to opening my first nail academy – Part 3
Well it’s all coming together now! I can see my vision becoming a reality and the academy opening is all very exciting, however I think we’ve hit a bit of a brick wall due to tiredness. Working all week then spending the weekends at the academy is taking its toll.…
Perfect your premium pedicure: Tips from a chiropodist
Perfect your pedicure with this advice from Cindy Johnson, chiropodist and Jessica Nails area manager… Why are pedicures so important as a service – and why should a nail pro offer them? A pedicure is not just about the cosmetic side, but also about the health of feet. Educate your…
How to prep the nail for gel polish application
Proper prep of the natural nail care before gel polish application is imperative, as there are many elements the consultation and prep process that have vital implications on the end result. As with any other treatment, the importance of a thorough consultation is paramount. This will allow you to identify…
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…
Salon in the Spotlight: Nails By Liv Salon, York
Take a peek inside a double-Scratch Stars Awards finalist’s new salon… Having honed her skills in a salon, Liv Oldfield decided it was time to spread her wings and fly solo, seeing her open Nails By Liv Salon. “This venture is a brand new, at-home studio,” explains Liv. “I opened the…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Louise Bradshaw, Fabu Lou’s Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Louise Bradshaw, of Fabu Lou’s Beauty, reveals vibrant rainbow designs have been popular with her clients seeking bright hues. “This design has been popular with clients now that the sunnier weather is coming in. There has been requests for…
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…
