TECH TALK
Do AI chatbots like ChatGPT have a place in the nail industry?
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
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?
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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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Sarah Vernon-Cowell, of Sarah Vernon Nails and Beauty, revealed that a deep red hue complete with embellishments has been popular with her clients. “I am finding at the moment that clients are wanting something simple but glamorous. “This nail…
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Scratch blogger, nail artist and educator, Katie Barnes, has been shortlisted as the only UK finalist in NAILS magazine‘s Next Top Nail Artist competition. Now in its fifth season, NAILS Next Top Nail Artist is open to techs all over the world and sees contestants undergo a rigorous screening process after…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! With just two weeks to go until Christmas Eve, Amy Clarke, of Studio ‘A’ Beauty, is spreading some festive cheer with these seasonal nails. “I created these nails based around Christmas and my favourite colour. I prefer my nails to all…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Jodie Walley, of Jodie Walley Nails, revealed that aquarelle-style designs has been requested over and over again by her clients. “I think this particular design has been so popular as I showcased a rose pattern on my own nails and,…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Rachell Ward, of Abstract Mails, created a pre-Christmas nail look which a chic burgundy and gold look perfect for the party season. “I used Kiara Sky Dip Powder in Pure White with Winter Wonderland over the top on the middle finger. For…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Lauren Holmes, of Nailed It Beauty, revealed that foils have been very popular with her clients recently. “Foils have been in demand lately because they’re just so simple yet so eye-catching that my clients are going mad for them. “Creating this look…
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