WHAT I’M WEARING: Natalie Walker, Daisy Nails
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Natalie Walker, of Daisy Nails, wears short black nails with a dripping rainbow feature nail for a step away from her normal go-to designs. “This was a simple set of acrylics using the amazing Ugly Duckling acrylic system, finished with…
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Stay on trend with speedy nail art services
Nails continue to hold focus in high fashion and popular culture, with chosen styles now playing a pivotal role in fashion shows and for self-expression. From dazzling glitter to chic negative space designs, the addition of nail art offers clients the opportunity to pay homage to an outfit, trend or…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Emma Atkinson
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Talented tech, Emma Atkinson, reveals that fresh mint green hues have been popular with her clients recently. “I think this particular nail design has been so popular with my clients because they’re loving mint green tones and this look…
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Hazel Dixon reveals new academy and acrylic range
Hazel Dixon and the HD Nail Artist Academy education team came together to reveal the new New HD Professional Liquid and Powder range and the new HD Nail Artist Academy and Akzentz UK Head office based in Norfolk. Over 60 techs attended this ticketed event and were treated to an…
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How to choose the right brush for your L&P nail needs
Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, offers advice on choosing the right brush for L&P acrylic needs… Alongside your technical skills, your brush is an important element for achieving good results with L&P. Sometimes, the only way to tell the quality of a brush is in its performance and…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Kayley Cairns
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Kayley Cairns, of Hazel Dixon Nail Artist & Academy, wears peachy hues alongside dusky pink and lilac tones in an ombre nail design featuring cuticle crystals and swirling glitter. “I sculpted these nails using liquid and powder, blended to create…
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Mask imperfections with Cuccio Nudecrylics
Designed to mask nail imperfections, Cuccio has revealed its new range of Nudecrylics cover powders. The powders aim to give nail techs the power to transform regular nails into flawless enhancements in minutes, giving the illusion of sleek and slender nails. Great for nail biters and elongating nail beds, the…
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Nail enhancements: How to check angles to ensure perfect results
Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, offers tips on looking at angles to ensure a great nail enhancement result Do you ever spend a long time creating a beautiful set of nails, only to realise that they don’t look quite right once you’ve finished, but you can’t work out…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Sara Wilfred, Sara’s Nail & Lash Boutique
We want to see the designs trending at your nail desk! Sara Wilfred, of Sara’s Nail & Lash Boutique, revealed that bright and bold summer hues are popular with her clients as the days begin to warm up… “As we draw ever closer to the summer season, my clients are…
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WHAT I’M WEARING: Vicky Cotchin, Simply Beautiful – Nails & Beauty
We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Vicky Cotchin, of Simply Beautiful – Nails & Beauty, displays decadent artistry in her latest acrylic creation featuring dusky pink tones. “I created these nails using all acrylic products from Trilogy Nail Systems and Glam and Glits. I encapsulated glitter…
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Go mad for metallic metals this spring with INK London Coloured Acrylink
INK London has revealed a Soft Metal Coloured Acrylink collection just in time for spring/summer. Featuring five shades of metallic silver, green, blue, red and purple, the collection can be used with INK London’s Miss Monomer, Mrs Monomer and Mr Monomer and are also designed for use with the Acrylink…
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How to decide the right thickness for your nail enhancements
Educator and award-winning nail technician, Katie Barnes, serves up tips on deciding on the appropriate thickness for nail enhancements… While nail enhancements are an enhancement of the natural nail and often extensions, the aim is still to create these to be as thin and natural-looking as possible while still ensuring…
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#TRENDINGTUESDAY Emma Stanton, Nails 2 Inspire
We want to see the designs trending at your nails desk! Emma Stanton, of Nails 2 Inspire, says that classic pastels making for sweet spring nails are popular with her clients at the moment. “I think this design has been so popular because it’s the classic pastel spring look, but…
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ASP unveils Power Set Acrylic System for durable enhancements
Get to grips with the ASP Power Set Acrylic System with this training kit, which includes everything you need to get started and get familiar with the system. The Power Set Acrylic System from ASP offers strong, durable, clear and bright finished nails and is engineered with advanced molecular technology for maximum…
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Nail technician creates design featuring mum-to-be’s pregnancy scan
A UK nail technician has gone viral after creating a nail design that incorporates her pregnant client’s baby scan into the look. Sarah Clarke, of Sarenity Hair and Beauty, wanted to make her client’s pregnancy as memorable as possible and felt compelled to do something exceptional for the mum-to-be, “It’s…
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