Posts by Chloe Randall
Nail & beauty salons amongst fastest growing categories in H1 2023, according to new data
According to the H1 2023 Retail and Leisure Trends Analysis report by the Local Data Company, the top 10 fastest-growing subcategories in the first half of this year was dominated by health & beauty, cafés & fast food and grocery retail sectors. Taking the spot of the fastest growing category was barbers which has seen…
Read MorePB North/FNP Nail Competitions September 2023: The results
The Federation of Nail Professionals (The FNP) hosted the nail competitions at industry event, Professional Beauty North in Manchester, 24-25 September, with competitors competing across eight categories. Competition directors, Jacqui and Sean O’Sullivan, administered and judged the events, and were joined by fellow judges, Marian Newman, Kirsty Meakin, Zsuzsanna Fecsik, Hazel Dixon, Scarlett Senter, Clare Woodcock,…
Read MoreAdd a velvet effect to nail styles with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish
Feel the force of four multi-dimensional cat-eye glitters that leave an opulent velvet-looking effect when manipulated with a magnet with Gelish’s Pure Velvet Magnet Gel Polish. From soft, subtle waves to sharp, contrasting lines, there are a multitude of nail art opportunities with each Pure Velvet gel polish and the accompanying magnet that comes with…
Read MoreGlossify sponsor David Koma show at London Fashion Week
Glossify was the proud sponsor of David Koma’s showcase at London Fashion Week 2023, which took place on 16 October. The nail brand supported the designer behind the scenes alongside leading industry names, including Charlotte Tilbury, Toni & Guy and 111SKIN. As the brand’s LFW debut, Glossify also took an active role in proceedings. Equipped…
Read MoreSalon in the Spotlight: Blackheart Beauty, North Shields
After working in the beauty industry since 2004 and training with Kirsty Meakin, Emily Ferguson and other prestigious nail techs, Tara Stephenson opened her dream salon in 2020 but sadly it was closed due to the pandemic. Now, she has transformed her spare room into her own nail sanctuary with her own quirks… When the…
Read MoreTake nail clients on a safari adventure with Halo’s 6 fun shades
Halo Gel Polish takes a trip to the Serengeti sunset with its six-piece collection, Safari Adventure. The collection features bright and bold hues inspired by the earth tones of a safari adventure. Offering easy application and high pigmentation, complete with a shiny finish, the collection features hues ranging from beautiful browns, to nature greens and…
Read MoreCND™ serves up runway nail looks at 16Arlington’s SS24 London Fashion Week show
Session nail tech, Sylvie Macmillan, headed to London Fashion Week to create intricate and dramatic nails for the 16Arlington SS24 show, using CND™ products. The fashion brand, 16Arlington, is known for its dramatic fashion style and with a set brief, Sylvie created nail looks to match. “Feathers are synonymous with 16Arlington, and this season, nails…
Read MoreGet autumn-ready with Artistic Nail Design’s 6-piece collection
Are your clients starting to request autumn hues? Prepare for the autumnal season with Artistic’s Away We Go collection. Inspired by the thrill of travel and adventure, from darker, deep hues to lighter, colourful shades, Artistic’s Away We Go collection comprises six shades ready for the season of crisper temperatures and falling leaves. The Away…
Read MoreCreate nails that flash & sparkle with Gelish’s Flash Glam
Elevate your mani/pedi game and achieve Instagram-worthy nailfies this season with Gelish’s Flash Glam. Compact sparkle in each of the six Flash Glam shades which serve up a stunning nail overlay – and the ante is upped when a camera flash ignites the glamour. “These glitters are out of this world,” states Danny Haile, CEO…
Read MoreHow nail & beauty pros can use Pinterest to boost their business
According to social media management site, Combin, 76% of Pinterest users are women, with females aged 25 to 34 dominating the platform. The Scratch Nail Industry Survey 2022 revealed that this age range makes up the majority of nail clients, so embrace your target audience by understanding the social media platform and using it to…
Read MoreHair & beauty training provider, Kleek Apprenticeships, expands to Colchester
Hair and beauty industry’s training provider, Kleek Apprenticeships, has expanded by acquiring the Colchester-based Easi Hairdressing Academy. Kleek Apprenticeships currently have academy bases in the north east of England and the home counties and by expanding to Colchester, Kleek is making its mark in the south east. The training provider says it is a move…
Read MoreLooking to get educated about salon education? Learn about Nabuno
Nail sector veteran, Sue Davies, has teamed up with online & marketing specialist, Diane Hughes, to create Nabuno, a salon industry education portal dedicated to connect learners with approved quality education opportunities. The portal was founded to inspire and promote good education practices within the salon industry and create a one stop shop for high-quality…
Read MoreLooking to improve your business? Salon owners, listen up!
Business expert and founder of the International Business School, Liz McKeon, has launched an international coaching programme, ‘The Successful Salon Formula’. The Successful Salon Formula programme uses the 3G Method™, where Liz will personally help salon owners to implement and enhance their salon by providing training on how to be a great boss, how to…
Read MoreCreate on-trend nail looks with The GelBottle Inc’s 9 chrome shades
The GelBottle Inc has unveiled its first chrome pigment collection, comprising nine shades. The shades are: Rose Gold Blonde Mirror Iced Pearl Lime Aqua Cerise Iced and Pearl are pearlescent powders, ideal for adding a subtle shimmer to any nail set. While, the remaining seven colours are rich hues, designed to be used on their…
Read MoreWhy you should introduce pamper parties to your nail business
Whether you offer mobile nail and beauty services or run a home or high street salon, pamper parties are an offering that can help boost profits and broaden your clientele. From children’s parties to corporate gatherings, hen ‘dos and baby showers, a pamper party brings together a group of people to immerse in treatments or…
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