BUSINESS
Left-handed nail tech? Here’s how to adapt your tool kit
It is assumed that when working left-handed, you just work the opposite way. But if you are leftie, you will know this is a myth. The majority of the population is right-handed, and so the majority of nail products and techniques are tailored to right-handed techs. Having to adapt to…
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The UK heatwave: Is it affecting your nail products?
Educator & award-winning nail pro, Katie Clark, reveals why hot weather may impact your nail products and services… Most techs will have noticed a difference in their L&P acrylic and gel systems during different temperatures and seasons, with changes being particularly noticeable during periods of very warm weather. Temperature and…
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Inside the nailcare oasis in the centre of Huddersfield
Meet Rebecca, ‘toe wizard’ & owner of Cutiecles – a salon sanctuary that prides itself on comfort, care and calm. Recently refurbed, Cutiecles Nail Salon is a passion project for the nail technician, who boasts 10 years’ experience in the industry. After returning to work from maternity leave, Rebecca (and…
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Time is money; a fact recognised by software company, Timely, used by over 55,000 beauty professionals. The business management software has been specifically designed to save hours each day in booking and business admin so beauty pros can concentrate on delivering an exceptional experience for clients. Key features: Appointments: Fill…
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When Caroline Syson’s daughter, Megan, decided to become a freelance lash technician but had no business or financial management experience, Caroline knew she had to find an app to help her. After struggling to find any that combined day-to-day admin and practical work in a single, easy-to-use tool, Caroline took…
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Do you struggle to target a male client base? Are you offering enough treatments for male need in the beauty space? Here, Patrick Barry, GM of Small Business at salon software company, Zenoti, shares his views & how you can market your wellness service towards men… Why might men be…
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Lisa Stone, Salon System educator and lash & brow expert, explores the benefits of lash extensions, lifts & tints for men… I’ve witnessed serious growth in the number of male clients requesting lash extensions. With salons shut, many lash therapists have turned to ‘lashing’ their partners to keep themselves busy…
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Layla Tourh, founder of The Beauty Boss Academy & The Creative Beauty Group, shares her thoughts on salons closing their doors at peak times… Should salons close on Saturdays? This question must seem like the obvious answer is ‘no’, but is it really? In the salon world, it is pretty…
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Research conducted by Yell has discovered which UK regions show the most potential for a new beauty business. The research was conducted by analysing Google search demand, such as searches for a ‘London nail artist’ and the number of businesses that match this search in each area. The study found…
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