WHAT I’M WEARING: Kirsty Coltman, Glamour and Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kirsty Coltman, of Glamour and Nails, wears a nail design seeing lilac, berry and violet hues, finished with Swarovski Crystals. “I created these nails using Trilogy Nail Systems Acrylic in Blackberry, Venetian Violet, Plush Berry, Lilac Quartz and Clear alongside…
Tales of working as a nail tech while pregnant
Celebrity nail tech, Amy Ganney, reveals her experience of working while expecting a baby – and how she now juggles work with motherhood… “Working while pregnant was challenging as I suffered with sickness regularly, but I had to continue working as I knew I would need some time off when…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hayley Winder, Hayley Winder Hair, Nails & Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hayley Winder, of Hayley Winder Hair, Nails & Beauty, says clients have been opting for Christmassy colour combinations and sparkles. “My clients like the classic red but don’t want obvious Christmas colours, so they are not all walking around…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Chelsea O’Connor, Nails By Chelsea
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Chelsea O’Connor, of Nails By Chelsea, wears an icy nail look, inspired by fond memories of making snow angels. “I created the nails using coloured acrylic from Glam And Glits. I chose blue and silver for a wintery look. I…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Easby, Laura’s Beauty
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Laura Easby, of Laura’s Beauty, reveals cable knit finishes and tartan nail art have been popular with her clients. “I think this design has been popular because a lot of people don’t want to go all out crazy with…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Amy Thompson, Fingertip Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Amy Thompson, of Fingertip Beauty, wears super cute ballet-inspired nails for a very special occasion. “I created these nails because I was going t watch my friend’s daughter in the opening performance of The Nutcracker in The Royal Ballet. “I used Magpie…
Sherrie Farris on Fashion Week, Lecenté & Christmas nail art
Tell us about your training… I have so far completed all of my training at the CND Kent Academy with Jemma Smith for Shellac™ and Spa Pedicure certification, and Liza Smith for liquid & powder enhancements training. What is your all-time favourite nail product? Oh I can’t pick a…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hazel McLachlan, Sanctuary In The City
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hazel McLachlan, of Sanctuary In The City, reveals that Christmas reds are never absent from her client’s nails this festive season. “With Christmas coming red is never off my desk! My clients love a mix of different designs all…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Jodie May Evans, Nail Envy
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Jodie May Evans, of Nail Envy, has us seeing blue with a snowy set that gives us all the festive feels. “As an educator for The Gel Bottle Inc., I was lucky enough to be sent some new shades from…
Gemma Wainwright on her love of Calgel, the nail industry & ombré designs
Tell us about your training… I started my nail journey nearly five years ago. After spending a few months working as a student and obtaining basic nail training, I was keen to move into gel-based treatment as they seemed to be what everyone was after. I trained with Izabelle Hammon…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Irene Wright, Bliss Nails by Irene Wright
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Irene Wright, of Bliss Nails by Irene Wright, wears violet hues in a design that features lashings of chunky glitter, colour fades and marbling. “I used Hazel Dixon’s HD Professional Nail System acrylic range as it is fantastic to work…
Kim Motte on her love for the natural nail, social media & nail art
Tell us about your training… I began my training back in 2014 with a 3-day course. I then decided to focus on natural nail design and gel polish so developed my training further in April and May 2014 with Nail Harmony UK. Since then I’ve undertaken other courses with various…
How to add make-up services to your treatment menu
Illuminate your treatment menu and bring a splash of colour to your retail area with make-up services and product picks, just in time for the New Year. Make-up application is more than just routine; a makeover is an indulgent and feel-good experience and an art form that not everyone can…
#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Chree, Chreeative Nails
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Laura Chree, of Chreeative Nails, reveals a matte design made up of a purple and grey marble effect, burnt gold foils and embellishments has been popular with her clients recently. “I feel this set has been so popular because…
WHAT I’M WEARING: Lisa Lilley, Love Lilley Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Lisa Lilley, of Love Lilley Nails, wears seasonal hues of green for a sophisticated yet glam nail look seeing marble effects and glitter. “For this nail design, I used Gelish in Ice Skate You Skate, Arctic Freeze and Last Call.…
