Maria Cientanni shares Lecenté glitter application tips
It’s no secret that glitter is a key component – and, for some, a healthy obsession – in a nail tech’s life. Glitter is a great way to personalise a manicure and make it unique to the client, as more women are seeking to express themselves through their nail choices,…
Salon in the Spotlight: BLINX Beauty Studio, Leyland, Lancashire
Decorated in pretty pink and copper tones, BLINX Beauty Studio is celebrating over a year in its new location. “To start with, I was renting a room for lash extension services,” explains owner, Natasha Gorner. “It didn’t take long for it to turn into my full-time job. After two years…
Titanic Spa launches wellness focused staff room
Yorkshire eco-spa, Titanic Spa, has unveiled a new wellness-inspired staff room. The staff room is an airy, daylit space, complete with areas and a breakfast bar. The staff room has also been fitted with easily accessible phone charging ports, snack and coffee machines, as well as Bluetooth speakers to help…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Suzanne Edge, Sparkle Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Suzanne Edge, of Sparkle Beauty, reveals foils have been popular with clients seeking a colourful yet on-trend nail design. “Foils seem to be making a comeback this year and this design is fantastic for clients who want something colourful…
Working backstage at London Fashion Week for Vin + Omi
On Thursday I was lucky enough to kick off London Fashion Week backstage on the nail team for VIN + OMI’s AW19 showcase. While I’ve reported backstage for a few seasons, I’ve never had the chance to put my tekking skills to the test! A few weeks before the show,…
Organic & natural beauty market at all time high
Sustainable shoppers have driven the market for certified organic and natural beauty products to an all-time high with a 14% growth in sales in 2018, according to a new report by Soil Association Certification. The Organic Beauty & Wellbeing Market 2019 report reveals that sales of certified organic and natural…
Robbie Tomkins reveals his journey into session nail styling
There isn’t a clear cut or methodical way to becoming a session technician. Everyone has a different experience and story of how they came to be on their hands and knees, painting a model’s toes through a pair of strappy stilettos in a disused warehouse in East London at 7am…
Top tips for making your nail business stand out
Tammy Koslowski, founder of award-winning NAF! Salon in Glasgow, reveals her advice for making your business stand out from the rest… In any given town, you can bet that there will be multiple beauty salons or mobile technicians, so how can you ensure that you stand out and get a…
Lash-filled fun with Michelle Keegan
Last night I was invited to the Shangri-La Hotel At The Shard, London, to enjoy an evening of celebration with the Nouveau Lashes UK team. Trade and consumer press, as well as a handful of influencers, were invited to the Penthouse Suite at the hotel where the brand made the…
Top tips for nailing it backstage at Fashion Week
Fashion Week is nearly upon us, and if your skills will see you secure a stint backstage as a nail stylist, follow these words of wisdom from fellow pros… KNOW YOUR LEAD “While assisting at Fashion Week, you are there on behalf of the lead session stylist and your work…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Steff Georgiou, The Nail Designer
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Steff Georgiou, of The Nail Designer, reveals shimmery pearl finishes topped with embellishments have been popular with her clients recently. “I think they’ve been so popular because the various tones in the Swarovski Crystals really stand out and catch…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Hayley Winder, Hair, Nails, Beauty & TGB Educator
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder Hair, Nails, Beauty & TGB Educator, wears a mani bursting with stunning blue hues and a sprinkling of glitter. “I created theis design with the glitter nail in The Gel Bottle Inc’s #goals as inspiration…
Helena tests out Superfood products at an Elemis event
Elemis invited press, bloggers and influencers to a fun-filled drop-in event to commemorate the addition of four new products to its Superfood range. The skincare range ‘combines the pure power of concentrated Superfoods with the science and expertise behind every Elemis formula’ and original lineup features Facial wash, Facial Oil,…
How to handle negative comments about your business
As in any career, you’ll experience some bad amongst a lot of good – including negative reviews or poor feedback in person or on social media. However, negative comments don’t always have to be the marketing nightmare that many assume them to be. When handled well, they can even become…
How to strike a balance between work & home life
Make it easy to manage the separation between work and home life with advice from nail artist and educator, JENNY HARRIS… I entered the nail industry shortly after my daughter was born, as I sought work that would be flexible so I could look after her. I completed a diploma…
