Salon in the Spotlight: Nail Creations, Lincolnshire
Nail Creations was established in 2007 above a hair salon in Market Harborough, Leicestershire by Dannii Webster, who relocated to Lincolnshire in 2020 to be closer to her family. “I’m always going on courses to better myself and my salon,” Dannii shares. “I’m currently planning a 3 day trip to…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Scratch Nail and Beauty Salon, Stourbridge, West Midlands
Since its opening in 2004, salon owner Chantal Chambers has grown and developed Scratch Nail and Beauty Salon to a team of seven, with four nail techs, including Chantal, Cassie, Elise and Eve; two beauty therapists, Jen and Lucy; and nurse practitioner, Natalie. “All of the team get on so…
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How the Lisa & Lou initiative has helped my nail business make more money
Scratch chats to Louella Belle brand ambassador, Rachel Herar, about how online sales platform Lisa & Lou has helped boost her business. The initiative, named after Louella Belle founder, Lisa Crook, allows pros to retail products through the platform, giving them the opportunity to generate extra revenue through sales with…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Boo Does Nails, Birmingham
During lockdown, Beckie Jones reflected on her career, deciding to take a risk when restrictions eased, opening up her own salon. “It was a risk I needed to take, as I felt a deep need to finally carve out a space where I could be free to do what I…
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Nail & beauty salons among top retailers boosting high streets
Independent beauty and grooming services are reinvigorating British high streets, according to data analysed by SME (small and medium-sized enterprises) insurance provider, Superscript. The data, sourced from Local Data Company, has identified the UK’s top growing independent retail categories, by examining changes in net units over the past five years.…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Eden Nails & Beauty, Derby
Beginning her nail journey in 2013, Laura Lima has a variety of experience in the beauty industry. “I have always dreamed of having my own salon one day, and in 2020, I decided to experience the self-employed side of things and was never happier!” “I started to slowly climb…
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5 ways to keep nail salon appointment books busy this summer
Beauty business expert and founder of Beauty Boss HQ, Layla Tourh, serves up advice for keeping the appointment books busy during the summer months… As we enter the summer holidays, we know to expect an increase in the obvious summer trending services, such as waxing, spray tans, and pedicures, but we…
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How to use salon towels more sustainably
Green Salon Collective (GSC) was founded in 2020 by environmental experts, campaigners and beauty professionals, with an aim to help member salons in the UK and Ireland to responsibly dispose of their waste. In this blog, Stephanie Hodgson, head of research and development at GSC, reveals the Collective’s top tips…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Annissas Beauty, Blackpool
After leaving college early due to her mental health, Annissa Colton enrolled onto a nail and beauty course, qualifying by January 2019. “I absolutely loved doing nails from the very start, I feel like it is such a therapeutic and creative industry to work in. Following my struggles with mental…
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BABTAC report indicates potential for beauty boom
Two years on from the start of the Covid pandemic, The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) has released a report exploring its lasting impact on beauty services. The report analyses the positive effects that the pandemic had on the beauty sector, highlighting its resilience in challenging circumstances.…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Wow Nails, Isle of Man
Previously working in other salons since 2015, Wendy Jayne Buttery took the plunge to open her own home salon in July 2021. “I always wanted my own little space to do up, matching it to my nail art style. “My home salon is perfect for me and my clients. I…
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Salon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Spot, Alverstoke, Hampshire
While pregnant with her third son and living abroad with her military husband, Kayliegh Winspear sought independence in her life. In summer 2019, she began doing nails professionally. “My parents didn’t approve of me doing beauty at college, but it had always been a dream of mine.” “We moved back…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Coco’s Nail Artistry & Beauty, Kibworth, Leicestershire
Lee-Ann Moss had dreams of opening her own salon, and took the plunge during lockdown. “I opened up my first salon in Rothwell, as there was no property in my home village of Kibworth. During difficult times, I wasn’t sure how my buisness would take off, but we went from…
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How to recycle metals from your nail business
Green Salon Collective (GSC) was founded in 2020 by environmental experts, campaigners and beauty professionals, with an aim to help member salons in the UK and Ireland to responsibly dispose of their waste. In this blog, the Collective details how to ensure your business’ metal waste is properly recycled –…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Beauty by Georgia Williams, Swansea
Working in the beauty industry since 2014, Georgia Williams worked in a local salon for her first six years in the industry, moving to home-based for a year following the pandemic. “The pandemic had made me realise I wanted to venture out and work for myself. I was extremely lucky…
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