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Yasmin Oukhellou announced as new Norvell Tanning brand ambassador

By Sophie Nutt | 20 November 2018

Norvell Tanning has announced The Only Way is Essex star, Yazmin Oukhellou, as its newest brand ambassador. Boasting a super-glam reputation, Yazmin has previously launched her own range of lashes and often shares make-up tutorials with her social media followers. Throughout the campaign, Yazmin will share her secrets to staying bronze and…

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Session nail stylist opens salon in Brixton

By Helena Biggs | 20 November 2018

Ama Quashie, a session manicurist, has launched her first nail salon in Brixton, London. The salon’s ethos is to amplify and accentuate the natural nail through premium traditional manicure and pedicure treatments. AMA also has a menu featuring polish and gel brands that are up to 90% natural, vegan and…

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The Gel Bottle reveals new-style bottles to enhance use

By Helena Biggs | 18 November 2018

Gel polish brand, The Gel Bottle Inc., has introduced some changes to its bottles. The entire winter collection of shades will be available in the new-look bottles, as will each collection after that. The new features include: Bottle caps Each brush lid will have a colour cap with real colour…

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Beauty therapist recognised at NHF’s Welsh Awards

By Kat Hill | 16 November 2018

Lauren Williams, of Beauty by Lauren, was recently awarded NHF Welsh Beauty Therapist of the Year at the NHF’s Welsh Awards. Hairdressing, barbering and beauty businesses gathered at The Coal Exchange in Cardiff. Based in Abertillery, the beauty therapist fought off competition to scoop the award at the ceremony, sponsored…

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Salon Services shows support for industry charity partners

By Helena Biggs | 15 November 2018

Sally Salon Services has supported three charities this year by donating money raised through customer donations and in-store events. The beauty and hair product supplier raised £30,000 in total for The Little Princess Trust, which it has supported since 2013. This charity provides real hair wigs free of charge to children…

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Charlotte Tilbury awarded MBE by The Queen

By Kat Hill | 13 November 2018

British make-up artist, Charlotte Tilbury, has been awarded the MBE accolade by The Queen. The London-born celebrity artist and business woman has seen worldwide success with her eponymous beauty and skincare brand. Charlotte was awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2018 in June for services to the beauty…

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Hair removal amongst British men is on the rise

By Sophie Nutt | 12 November 2018

Recent research from Mintel has revealed that hair removal among British males is on the rise, as more and more men are influenced by popular culture narratives. Not so long ago, hair removal, tanning and overall grooming was viewed as not an option by men, however popular tv shows such…

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Report reveals the rapid growth of UK beauty & nail salons

By Helena Biggs | 11 November 2018

Beauty and nail salons are among the fastest growing categories on the high street, according to results published by American Express Shop Small. Despite the high street witnessing closures (owing to an increase in online shopping), the study shows that the independent retail sector is set to experience net growth…

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Nail techs sought for on-demand London beauty services

By Helena Biggs | 2 November 2018

Beauty app, Glo-Up, provides Londoners with beauty services at the touch of a button – and is seeking nail techs to join its roster. The Glo-Up app is free to download, and once a user signs up, they can simply choose a treatment they would like, add the time and…

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Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy scoops Habia Centre of Expertise accolade

By Sophie Nutt | 30 October 2018

Gerrard International’s Susan Gerrard Beauty Academy has been named a Habia Centre of Expertise, exclusive to the south of England and one of only six centres in the UK. The academy successfully met rigorous assessment criteria and passed a visit by an industry assessor in order to gain the prestigious…

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IBD Nails UK unveils edgy rebrand

By Helena Biggs | 30 October 2018

IBD Nails has introduced a ‘boss’ new look to excite its users and their clients and a new hashtag – #GetNailed. “We are bold, unorthodox and break the boundaries of what it expected,” comments a spokesperson for the brand. Edgy and appearing to appeal to a fashion-forward, young clientele, a…

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CIDESCO appoints new business development officer

By Sophie Nutt | 27 October 2018

CIDESCO International is expanding its head office support team with the appointment of Jacqueline Kennedy as its business development officer. With over 29 years of experience in the beauty and wellness industry, Jacqueline began her career in 1989 as a beauty therapist. Then, she went on to teach for 24…

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Social media: what clients want from your page

By Sophie Nutt | 26 October 2018

Social media has become an integral part of your business: it is a way of showcasing your work and skill, engaging with clients, building a brand and attracting new clients. But are you using your social media in the best possible way? It can be hard to find the balance…

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NHF & NBF reveals number of beauty salons continues to boom

By Sophie Nutt | 23 October 2018

Recent figures have shown that, for the first time, the number of salon offering only hairdressing has started to decline, especially over the last year. Over the same period, however, the number of beauty salons, nail salons and hair and beauty salons has risen. Beauty is expected to be the…

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North Nail Championships winners announced

By Helena Biggs | 22 October 2018

Professional Beauty North played host to the North Nail Championships 21-22 October 2018, organised by Denise Wright. Competition was fierce, and a number of new nail faces took to the floor to try their hand at categories including Permanent Polish and Spa Manicure. A ceremony at the end of each…

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