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How & why nail techs should practice self-care this festive season
Fiona Fox, owner of Dorset salon, Ulu Beauty, provides training to beauty pros on areas including mental health awareness, safeguarding, equality and diversity. Here, she explores the importance of self-care…
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Squoval nails: 7 on-trend manicures to use as inspiration
The squoval nail shape is a crowd-pleaser, merging the neatness of a square shape with the softness of an oval. Given away by the name, the shape is a square-oval…
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Heat spikes in gel nail services: why they happen & how to avoid them
What is a heat spike? Why can a burning sensation be felt by clients when a gel product is curing? Dani Bailey, nail educator & recipient of The Shooting Star…
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5 ways your nail & beauty business can save money
We are all feeling the pinch, so check out money-saving solutions for your nail and beauty business… 1. Be economical with your products Let’s use a nail file as an…
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The Suffolk nail tech who transformed her lockdown hobby into a thriving salon business
Jemma Cornell, behind JC Nails, started her nail journey during lockdown in 2020 and four years later, has transformed her hobby into a full-time career. The Suffolk-based tech felt she…
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A financial guide & checklist for nail & beauty pros
Vorke Kalusi, founder of beauty business resource, Beauty Hunt UK, serves up financial insight… Understanding finance terms Revenue: The money you make from your services. Expenses: The costs of running…
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HEMA: What is it, why is it used in nail products & is it to blame for allergies?
What is HEMA? HEMA, also known as 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate or hydroxyethyl methacrylate, belongs to the monomer family and is used as an adhesive in nail products. Having an adhesive property…
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Luxe Gel UK nail brand celebrates opening of West Sussex showroom & store
European nail brand, Luxe Gel Professional, has opened its first store and showroom in the UK. Founded in Latvia in 2016 by Oksana Boitmane, the brand offers an extensive range…
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Nail techs: want to protect your skin from irritants? Get your hands on this plant-powered lotion
As you tend to the handcare of your clients, do you take the time to look after your own skin? Whether you struggle with dry, sore skin due to overwashing,…
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