5 minutes with Kayley Cairns
Tell us about your training… I qualified in Nov. 2009 with CND™ in L&P and have undertaken at least up to four classes every year since, including the the CND™ L&P Masters twice! I’ve trained with Ferieda Lydiatte – and looking forward to more 1-2-1 with her in August –…
Read MoreSpa consultancy suggests welcoming heartbroken clients
A spa consultancy has revealed ‘Break-Up’ spa breaks as a wellness trend to note. Raison d’Etre describes the break as a trip to ‘helps guests adjust to major life changes’ and for those ‘having to ‘break up’ with previous elements of their lives’, including relationships, life changes or even bereavement.…
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Key ways to ensure healthy feet this summer
Dr Bharti Rajput MBE, foot expert and podiatrist, reveals her top tips for healthy feet this summer… Avoid New Sandal Scandal When the better weather arrives, we’re often tempted to buy a new pair of sandals to treat our feet. Ensure that your sandals fit well the moment you buy…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Manor Farm Spa & Clinic and Revive Beauty, Lamport, Northants
“After living in rural Northamptonshire all of my life and always travelling into the town for beauty treatments, I felt there was a need to open a salon within a village,” reveals Tanya. “When driving past a farm in Lamport one day and noticed a sign stating there were ‘barns…
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Advice for selling tanning products in summer
Kissed by Mii tanning expert, Shelley Henderson, reveals why retail tanning products will make a splash this summer… When it comes to the summer season, your client’s skin will be more exposed, and this can draw unwanted attention to imperfections. Self-tan to me is like liquid vitamin D – it delivers…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Emma Stanton, Nails 2 Inspire
We want to see the designs trending at your nails desk! Emma Stanton, of Nails 2 Inspire, says that classic pastels making for sweet spring nails are popular with her clients at the moment. “I think this design has been so popular because it’s the classic pastel spring look, but…
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MANI MONDAY: Mini masterpieces
Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Why not turn your client’s nails into literal mini masterpieces? Mei Kawajiri (@nailsbymei) took inspiration from an art piece and paid homage to its creator, Donald Robertson: one of her client’s favourite artists. Donald Robertson is a…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Terri Eaton
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Terri Eaton, swapped in her dark manicure for a fresher, more radiant nail look to glisten in the – eagerly awaited – sunshine. “I was wearing a gorgeous dark navy glitter, but the sunshine came out and I…
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5 minutes with Erin Adeyemo
Scratch chats to Scratch Stars Awards winner, educator and founder of Nail Gaga, Erin Adeyemo… What do you love most about being an educator? I would have to say seeing a student I’ve taught grow into a successful, professional nail technician is the most rewarding aspect of my role. I enjoy passing…
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Buying into a brand with confidence
Considering switching brands or adding to your product line up? Angie Gunter, head of education at INK London, shares some areas to consider… “Your chosen brand should offer genuine products that offer longevity and are kind to the natural nail. It should keep up to date with current trends, not…
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Become a CND™ Master Painter with Sweet Squared
Boost the quality of your work and offer a premium level of service with the CND™ Master Painter Qualification. This qualification is open to techs that have an CND SHELLAC™ Beginners or Conversion qualification, and have completed classes in Perfect Polishing, SPA Manicure ft. Natural Nail Clinic and Core Nail…
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Discover product & training offerings from distributor, Izabelle Hammon Ltd
Meet Izabelle Hammon – a brand offering nail systems and artistic products while on a mission to inspire lasting confidence in the pro. A snapshot look Izabelle Hammon moved from South Africa to the UK with her husband and two young children following a change in business direction and hope…
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Salon in the Spotlight: JK Beauty, Stockton On Tees
After originally dreaming of flying the sky as cabin crew, it was Jessica Healey’s love of beauty that kept her grounded and inspired her new career. “I’ve always been interested in nails so I decided to study my Beauty Therapy Level 2 and 3 – and since then I’ve been…
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How to identify the cause of a nail break
Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, offers reasons why enhancements can break – and how to identify them The most common reason for the breaking of nail enhancements is due to wear and tear or trauma by the wearer, but a break can also be caused by unsuitable lengths…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Oksana Smirnova, Oksana Salon
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Oksana Smirnova, of Oksana Salon, says that this summery look featuring an ombre design and hand-painted flowers has been very popular with her clients. “This design has been so popular because of the colours used, the ombre technique and…
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