Salon in the Spotlight: The Gossip Nail Bar, Bristol
Promising dazzling nail design and a memorable salon experience, The Gossip Nail Bar was founded by influencer and plus size model-turned-nail technician, Emily Fisher. “I opened The Gossip Nail Bar in December 2017,” explains Emily. “The salon launched partly out of frustration of not being able to find awesome nail…
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Add strength and length with NSI Rubber Base
Offer strength with an easy application thanks to the new NSI Rubber Base. The versatile coating can be used over natural nails for added strengthen and durability. It can also be used for both short tip and sculpted extensions. Offering easy control thanks to its brush and bottle format, the…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Linnails, Hyökännummi, Finland
In search of a creative outlet to occupy her during maternity leave, Miia Linna was drawn to the world of nails. “It was actually my best friend who suggested that I should try my hand at nails as she knew that that was something I’d enjoy,” smiles Miia Linna. “In…
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Libby Barthuly on nail art, music & the Fingerbang team
We caught up with Libby Barthuly, of Fingerbang, Portland, USA, about her favourite designs to create and the nail team at Fingerbang… What is your all-time favourite nail product? I love anything that glitters; mylar, foils, gems and charms. I want these nails to blind you from across the room. Who…
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How to market male grooming services
Are you boosting your beauty business by opening up your doors and treatments to male clients? Here, the experts reveal how to market yourself successfully… “You already have a strong female clientele base and these clients may have husbands, boyfriends, fathers, brothers, uncles and friends – all potential customers at your…
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Why it’s important to charge your worth
In the nail industry, we are fortunate to have such a rewarding career. However, with this in mind it is still important to remember that you, along with your peers, educators and colleagues are all running a business. Remember you’re not a charity, if you want to help people you…
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Salon owners delaying retirement for as long as possible
A new survey by NHF/NBF has found that hair and beauty salon owners without private pensions say they will delay their retirement for as long as possible. Of 400 salon owners surveyed, almost one in six (16%) said their State Pension would be their only pension income during retirement. Half…
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CND™ Nail Lab to make its mark at new Urban Retreat flagship
Urban Retreat is set to open its new Knightsbridge flagship, The White House, in July, with CND™ as the brand of choice for nail services. The five-storey salon will feature the CND™ Nail Lab; a luxe destination where Londoners and tourists can go to experience CND™’s extensive colour offerings and…
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The journey to opening my first nail academy – Part 4
The work on the academy is coming on extremely well and everything is coming together rather quickly. I think that because so much time and effort has been spent in doing preparation work of the building, it was hard to see the wood from the trees! We are now upstairs…
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Why & how you should tailor each nail service to the individual
Just as a hairdresser wouldn’t give every customer that sits in their chair the same hairstyle because it wouldn’t suit them or their lifestyle, nail techs should tailor their services for different clients. This leads into the all-important client consultation; the conversation whereby you sit down and chat to your…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Posh Claws, Wootton, Bedford
After starting out from her dining room three years ago, Kate Haskell has worked hard to grow and establish her nail and beauty business. “The step into the beauty world was a complete career change for me,” explains Kate. “I had always been in business, running an IT recruitment company…
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10million Brits disclose private details to salon staff during treatments
Research by business finance provider, Liberis, has revealed that an estimated 10 million Brits feel comfortable disclosing even the most private details about their personal life to hair and beauty providers. Over 40% of the 1000 respondents stated that they have an especially good relationship with their hairdresser or beauty…
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Salon in the Spotlight: Nails By Liv Salon, York
Take a peek inside a double-Scratch Stars Awards finalist’s new salon… Having honed her skills in a salon, Liv Oldfield decided it was time to spread her wings and fly solo, seeing her open Nails By Liv Salon. “This venture is a brand new, at-home studio,” explains Liv. “I opened the…
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NHF/NBF announce winners at the Hair & Beauty Community Awards
The winners at the first Hair & Beauty Community Awards run by the National Hairdressers Federation and the National Beauty Federation (NHF/NBF) were revealed at a reception held at the Houses of Parliament, London. Launched this year, the awards aim to recognise and promote the fantastic work hair salons, barbershops and…
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Salon in the Spotlight: The Nail Gallery, Bawtry
Get to know the names behind The Nail Gallery, Bawtry – finalist in the Scratch Stars Nail Salon of the Year category 20/21, sponsored by The Gel Bottle Inc… “Jessica Haith and I both met when we began working together in a nail bar in 2017,” explains Ilex Wood. “Unfortunately, …
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