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Reopening: Nail techs prepare for the rush

By Chloe Randall | 9 April 2021

When salons reopen after an extremely difficult year for the industry, nail technicians may be feeling a range of emotions. Scratch chats to nail professionals about their thoughts on the…

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Salon Style – part 1 – salon wall treatment choices by Haz Dean, interior designer

By Alex Fox | 8 April 2021

Treating the Salon’s BIG CANVAS aka WALLS Deciding on the polish or the art your client wants to put on her nails can be a tough decision at times. Similarly,…

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Want dazzling nails? Check out INK London’s 7-piece Stardust collection

By Helena Biggs | 8 April 2021

INK London has unveiled its sparkling Stardust collection; 7 i-Lac gel polish shades that each boast a densely packed pearly/glittery effect. Inspired by disco vibes and starry nights, the effect…

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5 ways to attract your dream clients on social media

By Guest Writer | 7 April 2021

Anna Khanna, founder of Socialista Media, reveals 5 ways to attract your dream clients on social media… Social media is the window into your business, think of it as your…

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Industry flame: talking to Pattie Yankee after 32 years in nails. Brands, peers, nails & the years

By Alex Fox | 7 April 2021

Pattie Yankee AGE: 59 years Location: New York City Years in Nails: 32 years – joined in 1988 Trained with: Nail Tek, CND, EzFlow, Dashing Diva   Why did you…

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Salon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Bar, Garswood, Ashton in Makerfield

By Kat Hill | 7 April 2021

Starting out part-time, offering evening appointments alongside her office job, Rachel Enriles dreamt of owning her own salon space. “My career started around six years ago when I set out…

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Guinness World Record holder gets 24ft fingernails cut off

By Helena Biggs | 7 April 2021

A Texan woman who has been growing her nails for 30 years has had them cut to embrace a new chapter in her life. Ayanna Williams held the Guinness World…

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How do clients feel about returning to the salon?

By Chloe Randall | 7 April 2021

According to beauty bookings service, Treatwell, 52% of UK consumers will return to salon immediately or within a few days of opening when the sector opens up on 12 April.…

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Almost 500 new hair & beauty businesses created by Britons on furlough

By Alex Fox | 6 April 2021

Pandemic hardships prompt thousands of ‘lockdown-preneurs’ to start dream hairdressing & beauty treatment businesses • 33% increase in people starting hair & beauty treatment businesses after being made redundant •…

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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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Sherlock Holmes Day

Celebrate the world’s most iconic detective with some mystery and intrigue! Create a scavenger hunt on your social media: post…

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