Posts by Callie Iley
Salon in the Spotlight: The Apothecary Room, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Transforming a plain grey office space into a moody maximalist nail studio carefully curated with curiosities, oddities and antiques, April Kitson wanted to reflect a dark academia aesthetic through her salon décor. “My personal style is heavily influenced by Stevie Nicks and Morticia Addams, so I’ve used vintage and thrifted elements to create a bohemian…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Bethany Mann of Beth’s Beauty
Hand-painted nail artist, Bethany Mann of Beth’s Beauty, Cambridge, shares her love for creating detailed designs and reveals where she finds inspiration for her bright and bold artistry… Having had a passion for nails from a young age, Bethany loved art and studied the subject in school, which inspired her to create artistic nail looks.…
Read MoreAward-winning nail artist unveils professional brush range
Having achieved first place position in The Great Scratch Shoot Out in 2018 and 2020, and second place in 2022, Ivana Prokic has used her passion for nail artistry to kickstart her professional brush range. The Nordic Art Brush range includes three liquid & powder brushes in sizes 8, 10 and 12, alongside a selection…
Read MoreAdd a pop of pink to shelf displays with The GelBottle Inc’s storage solution
The GelBottle Inc has unveiled the TGB Shelf System for sleek bottle storage and presentation. Display up to 130 20ml bottles in the salon with the TGB Shelf System, offering a space-saving shelf solution with a bright and colourful design. The shelves are made from an easy-to-clean, durable acrylic material, and can simply be assembled…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Carla Brannan of Gelled Pretty
Following her success in winning two Scratch Snap competitions, Carla Brannan of Gelled Pretty shares her nail art journey and goals for 2024… Carla recalls a lifelong passion for beauty, having always known that her career would be in the industry. “I loved anything to do with hair, make-up and nails,” she smiles. “I started…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Eleven Kings, Royston
Explore Eleven Kings salon as Jess Dickerson discusses its pink and green colour scheme and reveals her future plans in the beauty industry… Despite not enjoying doing her own nails, Jess loved the idea of styling others’ nails. In October 2021, she enrolled in training with Next Step Beauty via Open Study College. “I dropped…
Read MoreFind out the top 10 nail trends for spring 2024
Analysing search volume data on Pinterest, discount platform, Wethrift, has revealed the 10 most popular spring nail trends for 2024. Wethrift reports searches for ‘spring nails’ increasing by 1011% on Pinterest, seeing a shift away from the deep and moody palette of autumn and winter with the return of pastel hues and soft floral designs.…
Read MoreGelish unveils On The Go Electric Nail File for beginners & mobile pros
Gelish has launched the On The Go Electric Nail File: a beginner and student-friendly E-file with a cordless design and lightweight finish. The Gelish Mini On The Go Electric Nail File has three speeds with low, medium and high settings: ideal for removing gel enhancements and shaping, filing and manicuring the natural nail. The cordless…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: The Studio, Doncaster
Creating a tranquil salon space in The Studio, Doncaster, for her clients to unwind, find out about Lian Davey’s neutral décor choices and the vibes she hopes to create… Having worked in the law sector since her teens, Lian entered the beauty industry after the birth of her son, enrolling on a manicure course once…
Read MoreNail Tech Talk: Rosie Leek of Nice Girl Nails
Rosie Leek of Nice Girl Nails, Wolverhampton, shares her sources of inspiration for her eye-catching nail art and reveals how her pink palace nail salon ties to her personality… Recalling a love for nail art from a young age, Rosie Leek highlights airbrush looks and Tumblr-trending crackle nails as old favourites. “I remember having nail varnish…
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