Amy thompson nails

WHAT I’M WEARING: Amy Thompson, Fingertip Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 16 December 2018

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…

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Sherrie Farris on Fashion Week, Lecenté & Christmas nail art

By Kat Hill | 15 December 2018

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…

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Hazel nails

#TRENDINGTUESDAY Hazel McLachlan, Sanctuary In The City

By Sophie Nutt | 11 December 2018

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…

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MANI MONDAY: Gold finger

By Sophie Nutt | 10 December 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Here at Scratch HQ, we’re all about an understated Christmas nail look – a design that is festive yet glam and on-trend for the Christmas party. This twist on French tips by the team SoHo-based nail studio, Paintbox, achieves…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Jodie May Evans, Nail Envy

By Sophie Nutt | 9 December 2018

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…

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Gemma Wainwright on her love of Calgel, the nail industry & ombré designs

By Kat Hill | 8 December 2018

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…

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Nicolette

MANI MONDAY: Pretty in pink

By Sophie Nutt | 3 December 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We can no longer deny it: the countdown to Christmas is well and truly underway. If you haven’t already, be prepared to see an influx of festive design requests and Christmas-inspired nail inspiration flooding your social media…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Irene Wright, Bliss Nails by Irene Wright

By Sophie Nutt | 2 December 2018

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…

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Kim motte

Kim Motte on her love for the natural nail, social media & nail art

By Kat Hill | 1 December 2018

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…

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How to add make-up services to your treatment menu

By Sophie Nutt | 29 November 2018

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…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Laura Chree, Chreeative Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 27 November 2018

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…

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MANI MONDAY: Ice, ice baby

By Sophie Nutt | 26 November 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! The days are definitely getting colder and this winter we’re dreaming of snow – so we are loving this crisp manicure by Natasha at The Nail Bed. Using products from GlitterArty Nails, the almond stiletto nails combine…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Lisa Lilley, Love Lilley Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 25 November 2018

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.…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Suzanne Edge, Sparkle Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 20 November 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Suzanne Edge, of Sparkle Beauty, reveals colour blocking and marbling with an assortment of glitters and hues have been popular with her clients. “Colour blocking, marbling and glitter have all been super popular this year. My clients especially love…

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Monopoly nails

MANI MONDAY: Monopoly madness

By Sophie Nutt | 19 November 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Believe it or not, today is National Play Monopoly Day! So we couldn’t help but share this creative and oh-so fun nail design inspired the infamous board game. Created by editorial manicurist and nail artist, Ami Vega,…

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