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TOP TIPS: Embracing video content for your business marketing

By Helena Biggs | 9 November 2017

Bring a little movie magic to your marketing with video content to catch the eyes of clients and fellow pros. After all, with social media at the touch of a button – it’s vital to grab attention and see how it can benefit your business through moving content. “I think…

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SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Enhanced by Hannah, Tipton

By Kat Hill | 8 November 2017

“Life is for living,” Hannah Bell states, “Grasp what makes you happy.” Living by those wise words, Hannah is living out her ambition with the recent opening of her salon. Having been diagnosed with breast cancer a few years ago, Hannah had to overcome some personal challenges. “This a new…

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How to prolong nail polish wear

By Katie Barnes | 7 November 2017

Salon owner, educator, former Scratch columnist and award-winning nail stylist, Katie Barnes, assesses the demand for traditional lacquer – and how to make the most of a nail polish service… With the popularity of gel polish, traditional polish may be viewed as outdated by many techs, so is there still a call for it? Client preference,…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Keron Finney , Fin-esse Hair, Nails and Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 7 November 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desks! Keron Finney, owner of Fin-esse Hair, Nails and Beauty revealed that the marble effect nail design has been popular with her clients recently. “The design was achieved by double or triple dipping the acrylic bed and using it wet,…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Tricia Rennie

By Sophie Nutt | 5 November 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Tricia Rennie created these nails after being inspired by her favourite nail tech. “I created these nails using The Glitter Fairy diamonds and multi cut glitters with the CJP acrylic range. One of my favourite nail tech is Lucy Fell,…

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COURSE BITES: MoroccanTan Novice

By Kat Hill | 2 November 2017

Course details: During this one day course, learners will understand the science and application of MoroccanTan and build confidence with the application. Other aspects include euipment knowledge, service customisation, client preparation, application, aftercare and retail products. Kit will be provided and no model needed. Upon successful completion of this course, a Moroccan certificate will be issued.…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Sarah Painter, Glamour Beauty Salon

By Sophie Nutt | 31 October 2017

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desks! Sarah Painter, owner of Glamour Beauty Salon, has revealed that her clients have been asking for chic greys and baby boomer nails. “Everyday, clients as me for a nail look that ‘goes with everything’, and this is it! This twist…

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SPOOKY SPOTLIGHT: Beth Ward, Lunula Nails and Beauty

By Kat Hill | 30 October 2017

The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tactic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? Meow! Beth Ward, from Lunula Nails and Beauty, created this black cat design with a feline feature nail. Beth used shades from Cuccio‘s Veneer range before adding…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Anona Grice

By Kat Hill | 29 October 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Anona Grice created this glittering look to try out one of Magpie Beauty’s latest additions. “These nails are CJP sculpted acrylics,” Anona reveals. “I used one of the brand’s cover pinks. I then used a clear acrylic mixed with Magpie Beauty’s glitter,…

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SPOOKY SPOTLIGHT: Jessie Minter

By Kat Hill | 29 October 2017

The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tactic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? Jessie Minter created this ghoulish design with Gelish shades. Starting with an enhancement of PolyGel, Jessie then added the glittering green Gelish tone, You Crack…

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COURSE BITES: Harmony 101 – Polygel Comprehensive

By Kat Hill | 28 October 2017

Course Details: This is a three-day complete training course for students wishing to learn full PolyGel application techniques. Product chemistry, product uses, safe natural nailcare, natural nail preparation in readiness for one colour and pink & white applications, application over tips and sculpting forms, filing techniques, infills, removals and troubleshooting. Duration: Three-days Location: Nationwide,…

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SPOOKY SPOTLIGHT: Notorious Nails Academy and INK London

By Kat Hill | 28 October 2017

The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tactic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? The team at Notorious Nails Academy created this utterly bewitching look. Alongside a witchy hue of purple, the nail design uses INK London Additions in holographic…

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SPOOKY SPOTLIGHT: Amy Ganney

By Kat Hill | 27 October 2017

The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tasctic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? Amy Ganney at Nails By Amy G used the orange shade from The Edge Nail FX Fluorescent Soak Off Gels range to craft this pumpkin…

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SPOOKY SPOTLIGHT: Linda Reinsone

By Kat Hill | 26 October 2017

The countdown to Halloween has begun! We’re putting the spotlight on boo-tiful products and fang-tastic designs – will your clients dare to try them this spooky season? Linda Reinsone created this glittering drip design in a gory twist on the French. Linda created the effect with Brillbird’s Brush&Go gel paint, before…

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COURSE BITES: INK London Professional Acrylink L&P Conversion Course

By Kat Hill | 26 October 2017

Course Details: This course is ideal for professionals already qualified in L&P services looking to offer INK London treatments. The course is fully accredited by the Guild and covers a wide range of topics need to offer a professional service and convert to the brand. Duration: One day Location: Nationwide, on various…

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