Salon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Barn Mobberley, Cheshire
Set in a quaint village, this snug salon set-up can be found within the grounds of a milk farm. “I used a warm palette of pink, gold and copper to create a cosy, friendly feel,” explains owner, Zoe Ola. “The salon sees a flower feature wall as I also wanted…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Beauty Box by Alyson, Milton Keynes
In chic shades of grey and pink, Alyson Trueman’s home salon offers a luxurious feel. “Even though I am based in my home, I always wanted it to feel like you are visiting a luxury, high street salon but in a comfortable, quiet setting,” Alyson explains. “I believe I have…
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Shine with Vu Nail Systems hard gel system
Let your nail services shine with the Vu Nail Systems Shine Hard Gel system. The versatile one phase hard gel can be used in a variety of nail services – from overlays to sculptures. This one phase gel sees a medium viscosity with self-levelling properties. Presented in a pot, the formula…
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Scentered releases hand wash & lotion duo to help de-stress
Beauty brand, Scentered, has released a hand wash and lotion duo; designed to help release day-t0-day tension. The brand, which focuses on producing products that help busy individuals to stop, inhale and reset your mood has incorporated a balancing and uplifting blend of chamomile, neroli and mandarin into the duo…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Leah’s Beauty, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Setting up to create a better work and life balance as a new mum, Leah Slater moved her beauty business back home. “While I was on maternity leave, I decided to embark on the adventure of building an extension for my home salon,” smiles Leah. “Now the space has a…
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Get glowing with new Elemis cleanser & moisturiser
Elemis has bolstered its Superfood skincare range with two new additions – ideal for in-salon retail for home use. The Superfood CICA Calm Cleansing Foam boasts a soothing formula to cleanse and lift away make-up, helping to leave skin fresh and balanced. The cleanser is infused with fermented green tea…
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Salon in the Spotlight: The Lounge at Chapelton, Aberdeen
Opening in 2017, the team at The Lounge at Chapelton have worked hard to ensure the boutique salon is the beauty go-to for residents of Chapelton, near Aberdeen. “We offer a range of hair, beauty and spa treatments for men and women,” explains co-owner, Kelly Daun. “Clients can enjoy a variety…
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Beauty salon chain undergoes striking rebrand
Lashious Beauty, a chain of 17 salons across the UK, has rebranded to Rawr. Established in 2009, the salon chain offers brow, lash and nail services in locations including Primark stores across the country. It underwent a striking rebrand late last year, with the new name ‘Rawr’ complemented with tagline…
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NHBF explores what the Queen’s Speech means for salons
The Queen has outlined the government’s plans for future legislation with over 30 Bills to be introduced by this Parliament. Topics include Brexit, immigration, the environment, infrastructure, tips, education and training; as well as the government’s plans to increase the National Living Wage (NLW) and reform business rates. Here, the…
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How to succeed in the run-up to Christmas
Sharon Sandhu, Category Manager for Nails at Salon Services UK & Ireland, explores key pointers to ensure you stay on top of your game this festive season… With so many festive parties, meals and get-togethers happening over the Christmas period, nail salons are undoubtedly seeing a rise in bookings as…
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Salon in the Spotlight: The Nail Office, Fife
With almost 17 years’ in the nail industry, Michelle Nelson sought a space of her own to grow her business. Setting up in a bustling business park, The Nail Office opened its doors earlier this year. “After having my second baby in January, I felt that there was no better…
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Salon in the Spotlight: My Beauty Place, Leeds
After working in numerous salons in her local area, Samantha Kaye set about going solo in her beauty business venture. “I decided it was time to open my own salon,” she smiles. “I was managing a major beauty salon in the city centre of Leeds, owned it for 5 years…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Luscious Nails & Beauty, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland
Looking to create a balance between family life and a busy business, Lynne Scott sought a solution close to home – converting her garage into a studio for her nail services. “With a young family, I feel it has been a great move to allow me to work my diary…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Amelia’s Beauty Box, Christchurch, Dorset
“I started up my own business three years ago after my family moved onto an old farm house,” smiles Amelia Butt. “The cabin was already set up with running water and insulation, so it was perfect for my dream cabin. “My salon is unique as it’s easy to get to…
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Why it’s important to declare your tips from clients
Nail techs and beauty therapists reportedly have the seventh lowest paid job in the UK. However, the job roles often come with bonuses that aren’t aways considered; TIPS. A tip is a sum of money given by customers for a service they have received. Many don’t consider tips as an…
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