SALON & SPAS
Inside the ‘quirky but classy’ West Yorkshire salon offering a sanctuary for nail & beauty clients
Experienced beauty pro & educator, Narelle Wharton, shares the story of her Castleford salon, Narelle Beauty… The first Covid lockdown hit soon after Narelle Wharton had discovered an ideal space for her salon business. Having struggled with the heat and lack of space when working from her conservatory previously, it…
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Hull home nail salon owner: How I prioritise the mental health of clients
Lucy Allman, owner of The Nail Shed, shares about the supportive ethos of her East Yorkshire garden salon… In 2021, Lucy Allman was made redundant and welcomed a second child. It was this change in lifestyle and need for flexibility that inspired her to carve a career in the nail…
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Pet-friendly salons: key benefits & important considerations
Have you ever considered making your salon pet-friendly? A spokesperson for luxury nail salon, Paint Nails London, shares the advantages and what you need to consider. Why did you decide to become a pet-friendly salon? We decided to become a pet-friendly salon because so many of our clients are animal…
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Tucked away in a historic corner of town, Amy Measey’s salon, AM Sanctuary, sees a tranquil spot for appointments. Featuring original stone brick walls, fireplaces and exposed beams, Amy wanted to draw on the whimsical vibe of the building with her decorative touches. “My salon packs a punch with character;…
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When the nation went into lockdown in March, salon owner, Hollie Barker, was forced to close her business’ doors – before they’d even opened. Completed just one week before the restrictions were enforced, her new summerhouse had to wait for its big reveal. “My studio was built from scratch; it…
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Found in Blairgowrie, Scotland, Dragonfly Nails and Beauty is owned by Pamela Fraser-Brawn. Having opened the salon five years ago, Pamela has grown the business, and soon hopes to offer training from the premise, too. “There are two of us in the salon,” explains Pamela. “There’s myself and Cheryl Ramsay, who…
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With its industrial exposed brickwork and bar to serve clients sophisticated drinks, this salon sets itself apart with its trendy and relaxed vibe. Founded by Lynn Trieu and Habibur Rahman, the salon was established in 2012 but rebranded to Trieu Nails London in 2016. “The warm finish of the salon…
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Starting as a cosy salon, Buffed Beauty Bar in Keighley, West Yorkshire, has grown with Bethany Savage’s career. After moving to a bigger premises in November, the salon has now become a Glitterbels training academy and shop. “We have an amazing team at Buffed,” smiles Bethany. “We offer everything from manicures…
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After becoming a new mother last year, Alice Whitehouse decided to pursue her dream of a career in nails. Working from a newly converted home studio, Alice opened in time for the 2019 Christmas rush and business has soared since. “We had a small lean-to room off the kitchen which…
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