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Hair & beauty industry faces renewed fight for survival, says NHBF
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has published the findings of its latest State of the Industry Survey, which highlight a slow recovery for the sector and need for…
The trending lipgloss nail looks you need to see
Sweet and simple styles seem to be dominating nail trends of late: just take 2023’s newest trend, lipgloss nails. Mimicking the glossy finish of lipgloss, the look is a more…
How to maintain your nail enhancements
There are so many terms regarding nail enhancement maintenance appointments, such as back-fills, fill, fill-in, touch-up and maintenance – and it can often seem quite complex to both nail techs…
Get set for spring nail styles with Glitterbels’ Pretty Pastel collection
Add pops of pastel to nail designs this spring with Glitterbels‘ Pretty Pastel Unbelievabel Gel collection. With six highly pigmented pastel shades, the Pretty Pastel collection can be used as…
Nail Tech Talk: Sophia Stanley of Mama Mani Nails
Natural nail specialist & mother of two toddlers, Sophia Stanley, reveals her child-friendly nail space and why adding a play area has enticed a greater clientele. Affectionately titled ‘Mama Mani…
Salon in the Spotlight: Lilly’s Beauty Cabin, Norfolk
Lilly Rose Spelman has always had close ties with the beauty industry, having spent six years working for top beauty brands including Chanel, Estée Lauder, Urban Decay and GHD, but…
Beauty & wellbeing apprenticeships launch under Gerrard International partnership
Gerrard International has partnered with Armonia Training Academy, to help beauty businesses fill recruitment and skill gaps with minimal investment and time. Under the partnership, two apprenticeship courses have launched: the…
#ShowScratch Creative Challenge: Pet Paw-traits
Check out entries to the 15 February nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating nail designs with the theme: Pet Paw-traits, to celebrate National Love…
Champion tech shares process behind extreme Valentine’s nail style
Anita Chahal of Anita Chahal Creative Designer Nails, North Wales, shares how she created this enchanting, extreme length design and its romantic inspirations. The talented tech, who has been in…
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A celebration in honour of Scottish poet, Robert Burns, Burns Night often features traditional Scottish food, such as Haggis, turnips…