Posts by Chloe Randall
NHBF joins joint letter to plead for urgent action against rising energy costs
A number of trade associations which represent high-street businesses including hair & beauty salons, pubs, breweries, local shops and other small businesses have written to the Chair of the newly formed Energy Security Committee to plead for urgent action to save them from the energy crisis. Contributing to the joint letter to Angus MacNeil MP,…
Read MoreFancy visiting Tokyo? Take a trip with YOSHI’s 9 bright summer nail shades
YOSHI’s Tokyo collection features nine bold and bright shades ready for summer, inspired by the energy in the city of Tokyo. Offering a range of bright colours, including hues of pink, purple and orange, each shade has a creamy consistency, with two thin layers recommended for a full coverage application. The shades are as follows: …
Read MoreThe Great Scratch Shoot Out 2023: ENTRY OPEN!
Scratch’s annual, worldwide photographic competition, The Great Scratch Shoot Out, is back for 2023 and is now open for entry. Click here to submit your entries! Collaborate with a creative team, snap a winning shot and share your work with the world – with prizes to be won, too. With no set theme, The Great…
Read MoreNails Laundry becomes UK distributor for enVogue Nails
North American nail product manufacturer, En Vogue Sculptured Nail Systems, has appointed Nails Laundry as distributor of its products in the UK. The brand, which was incorporated in 1996, offers the Premium and Simply range of gels, alongside builder gel in a bottle, colour gels and gel polish. A spokesperson for En Vogue comments: “It…
Read MoreBritish Beauty Council announces first 7 ambassadors
The British Beauty Council has revealed its first seven ambassadors to raise awareness of the organisation’s work globally. The new cohort of ambassadors were revealed at the British Beauty Council’s Value of Beauty event 2023. The ambassadors are: The organisation has appointed seven ambassadors, due to their global influence, to increase engagement with the Council’s…
Read More5 ways to incentivise clients to return to the nail salon
Scratch explores five ways to entice clients into the nail space & reward their loyalty… 1. Find your USP “As a nail tech or business owner, consider what you have to offer the client,” advises Claire Howard, Lecenté educator. “What is your unique selling point?” For example: Do you work from a cosy home salon…
Read MoreLooking to create party-ready nail looks? Check out Light Elegance’s 12 summer shades
Light Elegance has unveiled its summer 2023 collection, Viva La Fiesta, comprising 12 trendy hues. Viva La Fiesta’s range of colours include bright corals, fuchsia pinks and terracotta neutrals that are all inspired by the happiness, colour and energy at a fiesta. The following colours are available in LE ButterCream, LE Colour Gel and P+…
Read MoreCreate bright & pastel nail looks with OPI’s 12 summer shades
OPI has unveiled its Summer Make the Rules collection, comprising 12 fresh and fun bright, pastel shades. The shades are: I Quit My Day Job – bubblegum pink creme Makeout-side – bright pink creme Sunscreening My Calls – pearl yellow Sanding in Stilettos – pearl nude Flex on the Beach – bold coral creme Bikini…
Read MoreEnergy bills make up 40% of hair & beauty salon costs, according to research
According to research by Uswitch for Business, energy bills make up 40% of the average hair and beauty salon’s total business costs. The research also revealed that more than 11,000 salons are financially struggling, with 24% saying they find it challenging to pay their energy bills. These findings come amid reports that clients are cutting…
Read MoreMavala launches self-care packs to tackle empty treatment room syndrome
Swiss nail care and cosmetic brand, Mavala, has announced the launch of its Empty Treatment Room Self Care Packs, after research showed that up to a quarter of spa treatment rooms are not in use. Mavala has created a non-touch and cost-effective solution at £10 per pack for customers and guests to pamper themselves privately…
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