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LGBTQ+ tech & drag nail artist: the nail industry allows me to embrace my truest self

By Guest Writer | 4 June 2025

Birmingham-based nail artist, Anthony Lloyd, shares about his LGBTQ+ journey and the important role nail artistry has played in it… My journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community has been a positive and affirming one. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been raised in a supportive family environment, and…

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Important June dates for your nail & beauty business

By Rebecca Hitchon | 27 May 2025

Get your business prepared for the month of June, with our roundup of dates to note… 1st-30th: Pride Month An event dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+ voices, contributions and the progression of rights, Pride is also an opportunity to call for greater equality and acceptance. It’s an apt time to show…

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Jonathan Van Ness announced as Essie’s first non-female ambassador

By Sophie Nutt | 21 June 2019

Essie has named Queer Eye‘s Jonathan Van Ness as its first ever non-female brand ambassador. Kicking off pride month, Jonathan announced the partnership via a post on his Instagram profile on 6 June. “I’m so honoured to announce I’ve teamed up with Essie as their first non-female ambassador in celebration of Pride!” Jonathan…

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MANI MONDAY: Pride month

By Sophie Nutt | 11 June 2018

Begin the week the right way with some nail inspiration this mani Monday! June is the host of Pride Month – a monthlong LGBT+ celebration, protest and act of political activism. Nearly every US city has some sort of big event – usually a large parade with plenty of rainbow…

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