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WHAT I’M WEARING: Hannah Leahy, Too Glam To Give A Damn

By Sophie Nutt | 21 October 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Hannah Leahy, of Too Glam To Give A Damn, wears bright dark pink chunky glitter tips for a sparkling autumnal nail. “To create my latest set of nails, I used the Magpie Beauty Gel Colour system and a gorgeous Berry…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Karen Brown, Sanctuary In The City

By Sophie Nutt | 16 October 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Karen Brown, of Sanctuary In The City, reveals that bright pinks have been popular with her clients seeking a spot of winter sun. “Our brights are always popular as they are so eye catching and great for holidays. This…

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MANI MONDAY: Black cat season

By Sophie Nutt | 15 October 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! With just over two weeks to go until Halloween, we’ve already started thinking about ways to spook up our everyday attire – because it’s never too early to embrace the haunting holiday, right? For Halloween-loving clients, try…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Maddie Webster

By Sophie Nutt | 14 October 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Maddie Webster, wears a vibrant fuchsia hue with cuff detailing on almond nails. “I created these nails using The Gel Bottle Inc. Rose Gold from its new autumn collection and layered fuchsia over the top. “I am off…

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Melanie Lewendon shares her thoughts on nail art, competing and our industry

By Kat Hill | 13 October 2018

Tell us about your training… My training has been really varied. I started life out as a beauty therapist 12 years ago. I came 2nd in the World Skills National Final that year for beauty and second in Sebta UK competition. It wasn’t until I stumbled on gel polish I…

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Tita Turner opens up about working with anxiety

By Sophie Nutt | 10 October 2018

It’s World Mental Health Day, and while our industry boasts confidence, communication and creative flair, many nail technicians deal with anxiety on their own everyday, effecting their work and personal lives. Although mental health is being spoken about more openly in recent years thanks to charities and activists, there is…

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Why nail techs should push themselves out of their comfort zone

By Katie Barnes | 9 October 2018

Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a nail structure girl through and through. Give me a pink & white challenge and I am in my element and what I would consider my weakness, is art. I can paint a face well, but the steps to achieve it don’t…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Oksana Smirnova, Oksana Salon

By Sophie Nutt | 9 October 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Oksana Smirnova, of Oksana Salon, says geometric nails incorporating autumnal hues have been popular with her clients recently. “I have more and more clients asking for geometric designs, I think it’s a fashion now in all sectors; from the…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Terri Eaton

By Sophie Nutt | 7 October 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Talented tech, Terri Eaton, wears a matte dusky mauve and a bespoke glitter mix for an autumnal look that still sparkles in the crisp sunshine. “I fancied some autumnal, but not too dark, nails, and I also wanted to use…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Gemma Sunderland, Gemma Sunderland Nails

By Sophie Nutt | 2 October 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Gemma Sunderland, of Gemma Sunderland Nails, reveals that navy blue hues and deep purple tones have been popular with her clients during the autumn transition. “I think this design has been so popular because of the change in season…

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MANI MONDAY: Chic florals

By Sophie Nutt | 1 October 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! Are clients not willing to fully commit to the dark, warming hues that autumn brings? Offer lighter nail looks that are still suitable for fall by incorporating negative space designs and nude tones into your services. We…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Emma Twin, Daisey’s Nails and Beauty

By Sophie Nutt | 30 September 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Emma Twin, of Daisey’s Nail and Beauty, wears a monochrome nail look with houndstooth feature nails. “These nails are sculpted acrylics done on myself with missu Hollywood Dream gel polish and a Born Pretty stamp, and are for my autumn…

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Terri Eaton talks glitter, trends and lifelong ambitions

By Kat Hill | 29 September 2018

Tell us about your training… I trained with Nail Harmony to gain my Gelish qualification over five years ago – and I haven’t looked back! I only work part time due to health reasons, but I just love all things nails. It has taken over my life somewhat! Who do…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Becky Wicks

By Sophie Nutt | 25 September 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Talentech tech, Becky Wicks, reveals that 3D encapsulated flowers have been popular with her clients recently. “Encapsulated 3D flowers have been so popular with my clients lately, they like that it makes the simplest of designs stand out. “I…

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MANI MONDAY: Black heart

By Sophie Nutt | 24 September 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! As autumn approaches and crisp weather calls for winter coats, make the most of seasonal shades with chic nail art. We love this design created by the talented tech behind @oi_nail, seeing a matte black overlay and…

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