Posts by Helena Biggs
Kent nail training & product supplier earns prestigious Trading Standards mark
Nail and Beauty Excellence, a nail salon and training business with its own range of professional nail products, has been awarded the ‘Buy With Confidence‘ stamp from Trading Standards UK. It is the second nail brand in the UK to achieve this milestone: an independent accreditation provided by local authority Trading Standards services to show…
Read MoreInclusivity advocate to represent NHBF on Hair & Beauty Charity committee
Salon owner & National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) board member, Louise Fordham, is to represent the organisation on the Hair & Beauty Charity committee. Fordham, who joined the NHBF board in July 2024, takes over the charity role from NHBF chief executive, Caroline Larissey, who is focusing on her Federation leadership responsibilities. For more…
Read MoreCan you help Happy Paul? Wellness brand seeks support in return for rewards
Skincare and bodycare brand, Happy Paul, has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the launch of two mood-lifting fragrance blends, aimed at making people smile. The brand was founded by beauty comms director, Paul Gerrard, in September 2021, to support mental health through self-care and a smile. Gerrard, a lifelong sufferer of depression, has spent…
Read MoreGlitterbels nail brand launches 4-piece pink apparel range
Glitterbels has launched a four-piece apparel collection, promising comfort and style while at the nail desk, on the move or lounging at home. The pastel pink collection has been designed by the nail brand’s founder, Annabel Maginnis, and combines practicality with cosiness. It features a hooded sweater with back and chest print, cuffed jogger…
Read MoreENTRY OPEN for North America’s Star Nail Artist contest: Season 1
Entry has opened for North America’s Star Nail Artist: a new online contest for nail professionals. Created by the team behind nail industry resource, Scratch magazine, and international nail competition organisation, Nailympia, this exciting 11-month adventure seeks to unite the North American nail sector: elevating the creativity and imagination of nail pros while celebrating talent…
Read MoreGlitterbels unveils DreamCure Lamp for nails at star-studded Manchester event
Geordie Shore stars, Charlotte Crosby, Chloe Ferry and Sophie Kasaei, were among attendees at an event hosted by Glitterbels in Manchester, 23 June. DreamFest commemorated the launch of the nail brand’s DreamCure Lamp, which has been rigorously tested to ensure a dreamy full cure of Glitterbels products, while being a stunning addition to the nail…
Read MoreScratch team scoops 2nd place at Studex Golf Day fundraiser
An impressive £30,000 was raised for the We Are All Making A Difference charity at the annual Studex Golf Day. The provider of piercing products and training has been hosting the fundraising event for over 20 years, and raised over £500,000. The Studex Golf Day attracts around 100 players a year in support ofBirmingham-based charity,…
Read MoreSkincare mogul, Eve Taylor, awarded Damehood for contributions to business
Eve Taylor, founder of Eve Taylor London, has been appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours List. This accolade recognises her contributions to business in the aromatherapy and skincare industry. She founded Eve Taylor London in 1968, combining aromatherapy principles with skincare science and natural…
Read MoreShare Good Vibes Only with The Manicure Company’s 6 vibrant summer gel polishes
The bold, carefree spirit of the 1960’s has inspired The Manicure Company’s summer 2024 nail colour collection, Good Vibes Only. The six vibrant shades serve up a celebration of empowerment, positivity and unrestrained joy, and are perfect eye-catching hues for festival manis and poolside pedis. A spokesperson from The Manicure Company comments: “Step into a…
Read MoreCelebrities investigate beauty trends & treatments for TV series
Entertainer & radio presenter, Debbie McGee, has teamed up with actress & producer, Debbie Arnold, to explore beauty treatment and wellbeing trends for a TV show, titled Beauty Investigates. Airing on Sky 186, Ayzat online and YouTube, the stars are joined by singer, Dee Anderson of Thunderbirds fame, and actress, Natalie Ogle. Throughout the series,…
Read MorePro Beauty & Hair Glasgow – Online Nail Competition 2024: THE RESULTS
The Federation of Nail Professionals and Professional Beauty hosted an online nail contest, revealing the results across five categories on 10 June. Categories were open to both students and professionals, with the competition hosted to recognise talent and creativity in Scotland. Judges were Marian Newman BEM, Kirsty Meakin, Hazel Dixon, Scarlett Senter, Alex Fox, Dorota…
Read MoreBritain’s high street shake-up: Nail, beauty & hair salons double in number in 15 years
Beauty salons, hairdressers and takeaways have surged in number on Britain’s high streets in the past 15 years, replacing banks and clothes shops. A report by policy and research consultancy, Public First, analysed official datasets, which included details of VAT-registered businesses in the UK. This analysis found that hairdressers and beauty salons have increased in…
Read MoreStourbridge nail salon celebrates 20 years in business with lavish party for clients
Scratch Nail & Beauty Salon in Stourbridge, West Midlands, marked 20 years in business with an ‘Emerald Party’ for clients and staff. The celebration on 8 June encouraged a glamorous dress code, and clients who have supported the business were invited for complimentary drinks and to take part in a raffle, with treatments as prizes.…
Read MoreBritish Beauty Council policy expert named in King’s Birthday Honours List
Victoria Brownlie, chief of policy & sustainability at the British Beauty Council (BBCo), has been named in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024 for services to the beauty and personal care industry. The Sussex native is to receive an MBE for her work in helping various industries to recognise their worth and ensuring equitable access…
Read More8 vibrant summer shades added to Zero Gel Polish nail colour collection
The Manicure Company (TMC) has added eight fun and vibrant shades to its Zero Gel Polish collection for the summer season. HEMA, Di-HEMA, HPMA, TPO and IBOA-free, the range features a mix of bright pastels, shimmering pinks and neon-style hues. These eight shades are affectionally titled: Tangerine, Sepia, Power Move, Meadow Rose, Lemon Split, Breaking News,…
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