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How to navigate accessibility needs in the nail salon
With 16 May marking Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) and research from P&G finding that only 4% of beauty and personal care companies worldwide cater for physical disabilities, Abi Hassan, owner of Canterbury-based salon, Hot Wheels Nails, explores ways nail businesses can effectively meet the accessibility needs of staff and clients.…
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20 nail design ideas inspired by Netflix’s Bridgerton, ahead of season 3
As season three, part one of popular Netflix series, Bridgerton, gets released on 16 May, we’ve shared opulent regency nail looks that nod to the show to inspire styling…
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Glitterbels adds 4 golden nail & cuticle tools to pro product portfolio
Master nail preparation and create a stunning canvas on which to add enhancements with Gitterbels’ tool range. The four non-tarnish, stainless steel and precision-cut tools are finished in a gorgeous gold, designed to look fabulous on the nail desk and in your kit bag. Available individually as well as a…
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Recruitment challenges ‘a concern’ for beauty industry, says NHBF
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has released key findings from its quarterly State of the Industry survey, highlighting ongoing challenges for the sector – despite signs of a gradual recovery. Finding reveal that 73% of the 493 survey respondents across the UK are finding it harder to find…
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30 ways to style aura nails: the trend matching your energy & mani
With wellness an increasing societal focus, it’s trending to bring good energy to nails and impact wellness through colour, via aura nails. Auras, or energy fields, are said to surround beings and reflect their spiritual, emotional and physical wellbeing. Different aura colours are associated with various qualities and emotions, for…
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5 ways nail techs can prioritise mental health when clients offload
Health psychologist, Dr Ravi Gill, explores how nail technicians can create a safe space for clients to offload while prioritising their own mental health. Nail appointments offer an opportunity for a person to sit still for an hour without the distraction of their phones: an act of self-care and perhaps…
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Beauty pros, here’s 6 tips to support a more positive mindset
Sarah Hartley, social media coach at Blossom Tree Social & creator of Time To Blossom wellbeing products, shares her advice… Running a business and making time for yourself can feel like a juggle. It can also feel lonely, but you’re not alone – we all have bad days. Staying positive…
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Nail Kind celebrates summer with 4-piece vegan nail lacquer collection
Danish nail polish brand, Nail Kind, has launched Summer & Dreams, a four-piece nail lacquer collection inspired by long, light days and cool summer nights. The long-wearing formula is vegan-friendly and Peta-approved. The brand’s ethos is to ‘comply with the main philosophies and ways of life’, and it has conscious…
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We’ve been stalking social media for the latest celeb nail looks! Singer, Una Healy, was treated to a metallic look by nail tech, Michele Burke. MIC star, Louise Thompson, showed off a short nail with a pale colour. Louisa Johnson opted for a dark, metallic tone while Lottie Tomlinson showed off a…
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Salon Services is offering 3 for 2 across its own range of acrylic products. Valid until 31st January, the deal includes the brand’s acrylic liquid, as well as its acrylic powders in shades White, Brilliant White, Pink and Clear. To take advantage of this offer, visit your nearest Salon Services…
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Nailympia, the leading global nail competition run in association with Scratch, is proud to present the first USA edition, set to take place at the end of March in Houston, at The Best Lil’ Nail Show. Entry is being accepted from competitors worldwide in the following competitions, open to licenced…
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The final collection marking the marriage of Jazz Christodoulou – the face of All That Jazz – is now available. Entitled Happily Ever After, the four piece lacquer collection features: – Pitter Patter – a black glitter – Tiaras & Tantrums – a sparkling white glitter – Date Night – a purple/red glitter – Picture…
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Ensure your clients are ready to bare with Norvell’s Intensive Detoxifying Salt Scrub. The scrub ensures the perfect prep work for Norvell’s signature system is complete, by seeing the skin is properly exfoliated, pH-balanced, and well hydrated before colour application. Combining a blend of marine salts and exotic oils, the minty…
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Polish your professional image and ensure your nail snaps promote your business with the Blackwell Ferris Nail Tech Logo Board. Offering a surface and a back-drop for snaps that’s customisable to you and your business, the board is hard wearing and durable thanks to its bendable plastic material. Printed in full colour…
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