Posts by Helena Biggs
Nail tech named as NHBF Top 3 social media influencer 2021
Celebrity nail technician, Harriet Westmoreland, has been announced as the National Hair & Beauty Federation‘s (NHBF) Top 3 Influencer 2021 at an awards presentation in London. The organisation launched nominations for its Top 100 Influencers List in July 2021 to recognise those that use social media to influence, educate and innovate the hair and beauty…
Read MoreNAF! Pro embraces winter nailcare needs with Candy Cane & Winter Spice cuticle oils
NAF! Pro has added two scents to its burgeoning cuticle oil portfolio for winter 2021. Get clients feeling Christmassy and in the mood for festivities with the Winter Spice and Candy Cane oils, available in 30ml dropper bottles and 3.75ml pens, both of which can be retailed. Winter Spice combines notes of cinnamon and ginger…
Read MoreStaffordshire nail technician scoops PHAB Service Stars accolade
Cheryl Walker, a nail technician from Dudley, Staffordshire, has been awarded a PHAB Service Star; a measure of service and performance excellence in the hair and beauty sector. The owner of Cheryl’s Nail Design Ltd had her practice assessed rigorously during the process, with the PHAB Service Stars organisation measuring criteria including hygiene and environmental…
Read MoreThe Beauty Accountant scoops national award for supporting UK businesses
Ria-Jaine Lincoln, an accountant who specialises in advisory services for beauty businesses, has been awarded Sole Practitioner of the Year at the Accounting Excellence Awards 2021. A columnist for Scratch magazine, Ria-Jaine was previously recognised with the Covid Hero Award 2020 for her continued support and guidance throughout the pandemic and is twice listed as…
Read MoreInstagram adds practice mode & scheduling features to live broadcasts
Good news for nail art demos & collaborations – Instagram has added ‘practice mode’ and a scheduling tool to its live broadcast feature. Ideal for advance promotion of your live – and keeping your followers in the loop about when you’re going to showcase new nail art designs or interview a person of interest, both…
Read MoreLecenté marks 10th anniversary with 21 nail art product launches
Kent-based nail art brand, Lecenté is marking its 10th anniversary with the launch of 21 striking products. The Anniversary Collection welcomes six Lecenté Create gel polish shades, 10 Multi Glitz glitters and five Rainbow Chrome Powders. “It’s time to celebrate the good times with this fun, party-themed collection; inspired by our celebration of 10 years…
Read MoreEnhance your nail career with online courses from Mirage Spa Education
Cheryl Thibault was ahead of the curve when it came to online learning. While many nail and beauty education organisations have only recently launched online learning platforms, Cheryl set up Mirage Spa Online Education in 2005 after recognising that many individuals who dreamed of becoming beauty professionals, found it impossible to attend a regular full-time,…
Read MoreHow NexGen Nails dip powders have doubled my salon profits
Nail tech, Sharon Shaw, had always wanted to find a quick and easy alternative to L&P acrylic that would deliver natural-looking, beautiful nails without damaging the nail plate. Her mission ended when she discovered NexGen Nails and ProgenX dipping powder, available in the UK via Go Pretty. “NexGen is an American brand that has been around for over…
Read MoreGet a holiday feeling with Magnetic’s 6 rich gel polish shades
Have you been dreaming of a holiday? Indulge in the decadent shades of Magnetic’s Picnic in France gel polish collection and dream of Champagne and strolls along the Champs-Élysées… The six rich and sophisticated hues take tones from summer but make them oh-so autumn friendly. Choose from Champagne Yellow, Foulard Brown, Montblanc Blue, Normandy Green,…
Read MoreBeauty Backed Trust launches grant programme to support beauty pros
The Beauty Backed Trust, which aims to assist those that work in the beauty industry, has launched its first grant programme to continue to support the the industry following the Covid-19 pandemic. Two grants are available for those that need extra support and guidance while they get back on their feet; a Start-up Grant and…
Read MoreStruggling with your beauty business accounts? Boddice can help!
Do you seek financial clarity, advice and solutions for your business? Vicki Boddice has set up Boddice Accounting to offer just that – and she focuses on small business owners, health and beauty pros. “I worked in the financial sector for 16 years specialising in insolvency, so I witnessed the errors people would make with…
Read MoreGet party-ready with 6 CND™ shades for winter 2021
After a trying 20 months, we’re ready to party – and no party look would be complete with a stunning nail look. CND™’s Party Ready collection has launched to celebrate a renewed outlook on life and all that is to be rejoiced. “This range of effortless yet glam holiday shades embrace a relaxed approach without…
Read MoreWant to create magical nail styles? Check out education offerings from Nailchemy
Nominated for a Best Emerging Nail Brand award, Nailchemy was founded by Dave and Hayley Partridge in 2017 – but its focus on nail education has extended much further. Based in Bridgwater, Somerset, Hayley founded Nailchemy Academy over a decade ago and its offerings have grown as the brand’s product line has expanded. Its core…
Read MoreRevealed: The booking service that 1,000 UK nail salons rely on to boost business
Online business management software, Booksy, is relied on by 1,000 nail salons and over 1,600 beauty salons in the UK for their day-to-day needs. So what does it offer, and how does it work? Accessible via web and the Booksy app on ios and Android, clients can use Booksy to search for and book a…
Read MoreFancy a listen? Podcast serves to inspire salon professionals
Nail sector veteran and Scratch Stars Services to the Nail Industry winner 2017, Sue Davies, has launched the Inspiring Salon Professionals podcast. Just one of the resources available on her website, www.suedavies.org, the podcast supports career development, brand building and how to start a business – and features inspirational stories from experienced salon professionals and…
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