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The results: Pro Beauty & The FNP nail competition, Dublin 2023

By Callie Iley | 9 June 2023

The Federation of Nail Professionals (The FNP) and Professional Beauty collaborated to host nail competitions at Professional Beauty & Hair Ireland on 28-29 May 2023, with eight categories taking place across…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Kaitlyn Jay Studio, Newport, Wales 

By Callie Iley | 8 June 2023

Wanting her Newport-based salon decor to reflect her own personal style, natural nail tech, Kaitlyn Jay, opted for an on-trend, neutral colour scheme. “I love the minimal vibe,” Kaitlyn beams.…

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Nail art inspired by tattoos: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge

By Callie Iley | 8 June 2023

Check out entries to the 7 June 2023 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: tattoo nails. Each design was…

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David Walker-Smith named as British Beauty Week ambassador

By Callie Iley | 8 June 2023

Returning for its fifth iteration, British Beauty Week 2023 looks to bring together brands, consumers, the press and policymakers to celebrate ‘The Power of Beauty’ and highlight its influence on…

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What is the cuticle & how much can be safely removed in a manicure?

By Katie Barnes | 6 June 2023

Possibly one of the most debated and controversial topics in the industry, following allergies right now, is the cuticle. What is it, what is living and non-living, and what and…

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25 cool croc print nail styles

By Callie Iley | 6 June 2023

We’re going wild for croc print nails! Check out our roundup of fierce, on-trend croc print nail styles below…

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Discover the magic of Arabian Nights with Halo Gel Polish’s summer 2023 collection

By Callie Iley | 4 June 2023

Halo Gel Polish turns up the heat with its six-piece summer 2023 collection, Arabian Nights. Featuring a range of bold and bright fashionable hues to suit the season, the collection…

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Nail Tech Talk: Jo Paylor of The Beauty Garage

By Callie Iley | 3 June 2023

As a long-time beauty lover, Joanna Paylor of The Beauty Garage was instantly drawn to pursuing a career in the industry. “I never really enjoyed school much and couldn’t wait…

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Salon in the Spotlight: Polish It Up MCR, Manchester

By Callie Iley | 1 June 2023

Prioritising a personalised, one-to-one client experience, Manchester-based tech, Jess Walford notes how working alone allows her to cater her treatment offerings to each individual client. “I’m very lucky to say…

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Scratch Snap nail art competition

Scratch Snap is a monthly, online nail art challenge to create a salon-style design in line with a theme. Simply snap…

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National Creativity Day

The nail and beauty industries thrive on creativity and artistry – so what better day to celebrate your craft? If…

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