Stay on trend with speedy nail art services
Nails continue to hold focus in high fashion and popular culture, with chosen styles now playing a pivotal role in fashion shows and for self-expression. From dazzling glitter to chic negative space designs, the addition of nail art offers clients the opportunity to pay homage to an outfit, trend or…
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Dip into a new system
Thinking of dipping your toe into a new service? Jody Rogers, INK London educator for Wales, reveals some reasons to consider adding a dipping system to your treatment menu… “The acrylic dipping system is one of the latest ‘trends’ to hit the nail industry,” explains Joby. “However, this system isn’t…
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Master ombré, one stroke & 3D nail art with a one-day NSI class
Award-winning NSI educator and nail artist, Linda Hill, is to host a one-day class on 25 June at the NSI Training Academy in Manchester to help boost nail art skills. She will demonstrate the techniques required to create four on-trend, salon viable nail designs using ombré, one stroke and 3D…
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Here’s why you shouldn’t neglect the one colour manicure
Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, reveals why its important to realise your one colour polishing skills – as well as extravagant nail artistry… Seeing outrageous and eccentric nail creations posted across social media can have positive effects on the industry. It showcases the skill and imagination of techs…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Emma Atkinson
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Talented tech, Emma Atkinson, reveals that fresh mint green hues have been popular with her clients recently. “I think this particular nail design has been so popular with my clients because they’re loving mint green tones and this look…
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Upgrade your beauty skills this summer with intimate waxing
Are you seeking to add a new skill to add to your beauty bow? Consider training to offer female intimate waxing, a service that never ceases to be in demand – particularly as swimsuit season approaches. The Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy, a Habia recognised training centre, is hosting the course…
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MANI MONDAY: Pride month
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! June is the host of Pride Month – a monthlong LGBT+ celebration, protest and act of political activism. Nearly every US city has some sort of big event – usually a large parade with plenty of rainbow…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Chantelle Crerand, Chantelle’s Pretties
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chantelle Crerand, of Chantelle’s Pretties, created mermaid-inspired nails for a family holiday to the seaside. “I created these nails on my hard gel nails infill – they were for a family holiday away to the seaside town of Scarborough/Whitby! I…
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5 minutes with Emma-Jane Rudman
What is your all-time favourite nail product? It’s hard to pick just one favourite product, but I’m obsessed with glitter and coloured acrylics. What designs do you love to create? I love working with acrylic: I much prefer it over hard gel. Creating designs with coloured acrylics, sequins and glitter…
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Knowing Karen Louise
Meet Karen Louise, a super-cool session stylist and Salon System and Gellux techspert who juggles photo shoots with exciting nail gigs and celebrity clients. Known for het chic geometric and negative space designs, tailoring looks to celebrity clients and getting creative on set, Scratch catches up with Karen Louise… What has you…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Bethany Stockell
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Nail artist, Bethany Stockell, reveals that icy blue hues have been popular with her clients recently, despite the shift into the summer season. “I can only assume that my clients are going against the grain! During the festive season,…
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MANI MONDAY: Spring/summer constellations
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Nail art has reached a peak in popularity, with the trend often filtering into popular culture and high fashion. Also continuing to rise in popularity is the specific desire for minimalistic nail art: and it is this…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Sinead Bulley, The Nail Shack
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Sinead Bulley, of The Nail Shack, wears a pretty pink almond nail with shimmering tips created for the May bank holiday weekend. “Firstly, I prepped the nails and, using Akzentz builder gels, I sculpted out the length and shaped desired…
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Take pedicures to the next level with Footlogix
Enhance pedicure services in time for summer sandal season with Footlogix Beginner training. The 10-step Footlogix Pedicure aims to rejuvenate, repair and moisturise the skin of the feet and has a focus on foot diseases and disorders and application techniques. No previous experience is required for the one-day course. Areas covered…
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Pilates exercises for nail techs
After struggling with back pain herself, beauty therapist and owner of The Revive Company, Kerry Beavis found practising Pilates allowed her to get back on her feet and back to work. Keen to share her passion, Kerry sought training to become an instructor – promoting wellness both inside and out…
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