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Do AI chatbots like ChatGPT have a place in the nail industry?

By Rebecca Hitchon | 31 July 2025

Disclaimer: this article is not written by a robot. But it does explore how language processing tools driven by artificial intelligence (AI) technology, or ‘chatbots’, are influencing the nail and beauty sector. As this technology integrates into our lives, many are wary of its place in society – and its…

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Inside the Leeds nail salon known for its Y2K decor & viral nail art

By Jess Watts | 25 July 2025

Meet Freya-Poppy Bowden, the Y2K-obsessed nail tech whose Leeds-based salon is every millennial’s dream! Growing up in a family of artists, it is no surprise that Freya-Poppy’s creativity flourished early. At the age of 11, she began experimenting with nail art and quickly fell in love with the medium. She…

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What are brush-on builder gel & BIAB™ nails?

By Lilly Delmage | 3 July 2025

Brush-on builder gel is an ever-popular request at the nail desk – but what is it, and when should it be used? Brush-on builder gel is a more convenient variation of traditional builder gels, which are housed in pots. Packaged in a bottle with an integrated brush, the product allows…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Gemma Lambert, The Nail Team

By Kat Hill | 14 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! Today’s the day! We’re sharing the love with this beautiful design by Gemma Lambert, owner of The Nail Team. Gemma offers a literal nod to Valentines Day with wording on the ring…

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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Dana Squibb, Dana Squibb – Nail Artist

By Sophie Nutt | 13 February 2018

We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Dana Squibb, nail artist, revealed that grey designs have been popular with her clients recently. “I think grey has been popular because it’s a neutral colour that provides a great background for nail art. It goes with absolutely everything…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Terri Eaton

By Kat Hill | 12 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! Terri Eaton created pretty purple design featuring sweetheart tip feature nails. Using Gelish hue Picture Perfect as her base, Terri then added sparkle to her design with Magpie Beauty nail glitter in…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Toria McLaughlin-Stickland

By Sophie Nutt | 11 February 2018

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Toria McLaughlin-Stickland wanted to brighten up the winter weather with some jazzy and colourful nail art. “These nails were created with acrylic and the nail art was hand painted in gel. “I created them because of the dull weather we’ve…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Hannah Foreman

By Kat Hill | 11 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! We’re seeing hearts! Hannah Foreman adds hand painted nail art to this manicure. Using shades from the Gel Bottle Inc, Hannah combines silver and red in this cute design. See more of Hannah’s…

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VALENTINE’S DAY DESIGNS: Kerry at Roxies Hair and Beauty

By Kat Hill | 10 February 2018

Love is in the air and we’re counting down to Valentine’s Day with some super sweet nail styling! Kerry at Roxies Hair and Beauty created the pretty design in a variety of pink tones. Perfect for any sweetheart, the design see the combination of rosy florals and glittered hearts in…

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