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Salon in the Spotlight: Posh Claws, Wootton, Bedford

By Kat Hill | 22 May 2019

After starting out from her dining room three years ago, Kate Haskell has worked hard to grow and establish her nail and beauty business. “The step into the beauty world…

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Maximise time with the Hive Dual Digital Wax Heater

By Sophie Nutt | 21 May 2019

With holidays, festivals and hotter temperatures just around the corner, save time during the busy summer period with the Dual Digital Wax Heater from Hive. Offering temperature control and designed…

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Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing parliamentary group established

By Kat Hill | 21 May 2019

A new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) has been set up for beauty, aesthetics and wellbeing, chaired by Carolyn Harris MP and Judith Cummins MP. APPGs are informal cross-party groups which…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Steff Georgiou, The Nail Designer

By Sophie Nutt | 21 May 2019

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Steff Georgiou, of The Nail Designer, reveals asymmetric designs with pops of colour have been popular with her clients…

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10million Brits disclose private details to salon staff during treatments

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2019

Research by business finance provider, Liberis, has revealed that an estimated 10 million Brits feel comfortable disclosing even the most private details about their personal life to hair and beauty…

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Treatment Focus: An African pedicure in the heart of Herts

By Alex Fox | 20 May 2019

I was invited to observe an African Pedicure delivered by a beauty therapist in a village called Bassingbourn in Hertfordshire. Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, Emma Grant moved to…

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MANI MONDAY: Watermelon fresh

By Sophie Nutt | 20 May 2019

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! We’re summoning the warm weather with these juicy watermelon nails courtesy of LA-based nail artist, Bel Fountain-Townsend…

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The Gel Bottle reveals new brand & workshops for techs

By Helena Biggs | 20 May 2019

The team behind The Gel Bottle Inc has unveiled Peacci, a clothing and cosmetics brand for pros and consumers alike. Peacci features a compressive nail lacquer line with trend-led shades,…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Laura Shep, Nail It Byfleet

By Sophie Nutt | 19 May 2019

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Laura Shep, of Nail It Byfleet, wears a delicate floral design. “I created the look using gel polishes that I…

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World Friendship Day

This day recognises the importance of friendship and encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to foster meaningful connections and…

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24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day

Championed by the Samaritans, a charity well-known for its emotional support services, the day helps remind individuals that help is…

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