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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Read the latest issue
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Stacie Richardson is still finding the baby boomer design is proving popular with clients. “I think the design has been popular because they are so clean and classy looking,” Stacie enthuses. “I’ve also noticed a lot more nail technicians creating…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Jade Robinson, of JADE: Professional Beauty, has been wearing these Game of Thrones nails – just in time for the new series! “The reason for these nails is I am a massive Game of Thrones fan!” Jade reveals. “With the new series recently starting,…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Shannen Parry has found iridescent flakes – or ‘unicorn flakes’ – have been popular with her clients. “The unicorn flakes have been super popular in the salon as I feel that their iridescent effect makes them stand out instantly,”…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Līga Tukmane has been wearing a totally tropical design, featuring summery shades and 3d detailing. “I created the nails for my best friend’s birthday party,” Līga explains. “To create the design, I started with a base of E.Mi Emilac in Hawaiian Party, an…
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We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Hannah Missen’s clients have been going wild for leopard print designs! “Leopard print designs have been very popular with my clients this summer,” Hannah explains. “I think is the pattern is so fun and perfect for festivals, parties and holidays.…
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We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Becki Hobbs from Becki’s Beauty has been wearing this bright geometric design. “I created them using four of the new colours from the Gelish Selfie collection,” Becki explains. “I created the design by painting two nails with a white background and then…
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